Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Supporters of the Slow Food movement and deserved holders of a Michelin Bib Gourmand, this hotel restaurant pairs punctilious craftsmanship with top-notch…
Must-see restaurants in The Romantic Road
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Würzburg
If you are going to eat out just once in Würzburg, the aromatic and cosy nooks of this labyrinthine medieval place probably provide the top local…
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Augsburg
Run by a young local couple, this superb restaurant has its focus firmly on light, flavoursome dishes with a sunny Mediterranean bent. Take a seat at one…
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Augsburg
Most Augsburgers have little inkling their city possesses two Michelin stars, both of which belong to chef Christian Grünwald. Treat yourself to some of…
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The Romantic Road
At this 40-cover wine restaurant, owners double as cooks to keep tables supplied with traditional dishes such as local fish, Franconian sausages and…
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The Romantic Road
Arguably Landsberg's best eatery is in the Bürgerbahnhof, the publicly owned train station. Savour imaginative dishes, stylishly served in the 21st…
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Würzburg
Accessed straight from the old bridge, people cram into this old mill to savour modern twists on Franconian classics (including popular river fish). In…
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Würzburg
This old-timey warren has been serving hearty Franconian food for decades. Find a table in the cobbled courtyard or one of four historic rooms, each…
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Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Erstwhile home of Heinrich Toppler, one of Rothenburg's most famous medieval mayors (the dining room was his office), the 700-year-old Golden Griffin is…
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Augsburg
Belly-satisfying helpings of creative Swabian and Bavarian food – Spätzle (veal medallions) and more Spätzle – are plated up by friendly staff at this…
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The Romantic Road
More than just a place to tuck into tasty pizzas and pastas, this convivially random cafe, Nördlingen's coolest haunt, parades cherry-red walls that…
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Würzburg
Würzburg has tens of cafe-bakeries, but this high-ceilinged, colourful affair within the Juliusspital is great for very early starters whose trains leave…
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Augsburg
This Italian job opposite the cathedral has a pink Vespa scooter in the window, attractively laid tables and leathery chairs, seated on which you can…
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The Romantic Road
A female brewmaster presides over the copper vats at this half-timbered pub-restaurant, which has a good-time vibe thanks to its friendly crowd of…
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Rothenburg ob der Tauber
The ornately carved timber chairs in this ancient wood-panelled wine bar (allegedly Rothenburg's oldest) are works of art. The simple but filling dishes,…
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The Romantic Road
Nördlingen's most popular restaurant is this large Italian pizza-pasta place occupying the terracotta Kornschrannen as well as tumbling tables out onto…
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Augsburg
Munch on blockbuster breakfasts, lunchtime burgers and sandwiches, or just pop by for a cappuccino or ice cream at this trendy cafe under ancient neon…
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Rothenburg ob der Tauber
This medieval wine tavern is in the town's oldest original buildings, with sections dating back to the year 900. The menu of regional specialities is…
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Würzburg
This attractive Weinstube (traditional wine tavern) features fabulous (if pricey) Franconian fish and even better wines. Ambient lighting, scurrying…
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The Romantic Road
Choose from a cafe, coffeehouse, restaurant or beer garden at this friendly, multitasking hotel where Mozart stayed as a boy in 1777. The schnitzel,…
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The Romantic Road
Lansberg's top beer garden on the tree-shaded banks of the River Lech has 250 seats, beer from Andechs Monastery and hearty beer-garden fare. Live music…
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Würzburg
Hugely popular contemporary cafe strung over two levels, with a student-priced, daily-changing menu of burgers, baguettes and salads plus a buzzy bar and…
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The Romantic Road
That winning combination of coffee, cakes and secondhand books makes this cafe a pleasing midstroll halt for literary types and a nice break from the…
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The Romantic Road
On Ried Island, this Italian job specialising in seafood uses Apennines kitsch to recreate la dolce vita to southern German tastes. The endless menu has…
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Würzburg
This outpost of the bel paese has been plating up pronto pasta and pizza since 1952 – it was in fact Germany's first ever pizzeria.
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Augsburg
Enjoy an elbow massage from the locals at chunky timber benches, while refuelling on Bavarian and Swabian dishes, cheap lunch options (€6.50) or a…
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Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Rothenburg’s most obvious speciality is Schneeballen, ribbons of dough loosely shaped into balls, deep-fried then coated in icing sugar, chocolate and…
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Rothenburg ob der Tauber
For a quick, no-nonsense goulash, schnitzel or roast pork, lug your weary legs to this locally adored, family-run inn in a former brewery. In summer two…
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Würzburg
Order healthy organic sandwiches, quiche, pizza, soup, cakes and other snacks at this self-service bistro then feel all those nutrients being absorbed as…
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Würzburg
No German-language skills are required to put together a budget breakfast or lunch at this no-frills self-service bakery opposite the train station.
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Rothenburg ob der Tauber
You can't say you've been to Bavaria until you've consumed a kebab in a twee medieval setting.
