4 Best Restaurants in The Bavarian Alps, Germany

Gasthaus Zur Schranne

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In a classic wood-paneled 19th-century inn with lovely painted ceilings, the friendly international staff serves up hearty portions of typical Bavarian food like grilled duck with potato dumplings and red cabbage, and Wiener schnitzel. There’s also a decent selection of vegetarian and even vegan items, rare for this meat-loving region.

Griesstr. 4, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria, 82467, Germany
08821-909–8030
Known For
  • beer garden in season
  • lively atmosphere
  • huge platters of food
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

Gasthof Stern

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This white house with brilliant blue shutters in the middle of Mittenwald has a beer garden and small playground perfect for families. Locals love this dining room and its meat-heavy Bavarian cuisine.
Fritz-Plössl-Pl. 2, Mittenwald, Bavaria, 82481, Germany
08823-8358
Known For
  • Bauernschmaus (a plate of sausage with sauerkraut and homemade liver dumplings)
  • Jägerschnitzel, with pork and mushroom sauce
  • suckling pig served on Sundays
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

Gut Kaltenbrunn

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A series of farm buildings dating back to the 19th century on the lake's northern shore were converted into a self-sustaining restaurant with a focus on regional delicacies. A large terrace and walls of windows provide phenomenal views of the lake, and a kid-friendly beer garden keeps young visitors happy until dusk.

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Reutbergstuberl

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A small restaurant set up for communal dining at large wooden tables, the Reutbergstuberl offers authentic Bavarian cuisine for lunch and dinner at fair prices. Located near the Kur park, it has a quiet, comfortable atmosphere both inside and on the fair-weather terrace.

Schuetzenstr. 5, Bad Tölz, Bavaria, 83646, Germany
08041-70839
Known For
  • turkey medallions in cream sauce
  • Weisswurst (Bavarian white sausages)
  • Schweinebraten (pork filets with sauerkraut)