Location: Bischofshofen
Top Restaurants in Bischofshofen
Top Things to do in Bischofshofen
Bischofshofen Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Bischofshofen
Bischofshofen is a town in the district of St. Johann im Pongau in the Austrian federal state of Salzburg. It is an important traffic junction located both on the Salzburg-Tyrol Railway line and at the Tauern Autobahn, a major highway route crossing the main chain of the Alps.
Things to do in Bischofshofen
1. Restaurant Obauer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 239 reviews
In the opinion of many gourmets the brothers Karl and Rudi Obauer are the most successful in the country. Every year their restaurant achieves the highest nominations by national and international gourmet guides.
Reviewed By Congenuity - Columbia, Missouri
In Werfen, nestled below the wonderful fortress Hohenwerfen, is Restaurant Obauer. I write this review on the balcony of my hotel room, gazing at the lighted castle and the dark outline of the rock-walled Alps against the dark blue early-night sky. I visited here nearly two decades ago for my first Michelin two-star meal. At that time I could speak no German, couldn't translate the menu, so just told the chef what I didn't want to eat and asked him design our meal and wine-pairings. It was the most marvelous and interesting meal I'd ever had up to that point of my life. Also the most expensive! Now many years later, I decided to return to see if my impressions would have changed after many intervening and more expensive culinary adventures.
I visited Obauer on two consecutive nights. The first night I had the suggested 6 course menu, but requested no organ meats and a selection of sorbets and ices rather than the featured dessert. No problem. After a set of bite-sized gifts from the chef, each tasty, and a variety of house-made breads, I enjoyed the sea bass appetizer and the second salmon, trout and crab dish, although they were a bit underseasoned for my taste. The pig cheek dish was tasty, followed by a granita of cucumber or something similar, with apple foam. The main entree, the deer filet, something I was a bit leery of, was tender and tasty with a sauce that was absolutely delicious. Course five wasn't my favorite, but then I wanted to save room for the finale - a selection of 3 ice creams and 3 sorbets. I opted for blueberry, strawberry and banana-kiwi sorbet (tasty though a rather unappetizing color) and white asparagus ice cream. All in all a delightful meal, accompanied by a succession of 3 wines throughout the experience as well as a champagne-rose syrup aperitif to start the evening.
The next night I originally planned to repeat 3 of the courses along with 3 new ones, but the chef persuaded me to try all new courses (except the sorbets and ices). Thank you, Chef Obauer! My favorite courses were the 3 new ones, each of which was exceptionally well-seasoned. (My only minor dissatisfaction with night one was I prefer a bit bolder seasoning.) I loved the perch appetizer, primarily because of the bed of vegetables and delicious broth it rested on. The trout strudel and mushroom mince accompaniment was absolutely divine, again with a marvelously seasoned broth. The veal also was delicious. I enjoyed the second meal even more than the first.
So often when one revisits the place of a fond memory, the reality doesn't match the recollection. At Obauer the excellent food and the attentive staff were indeed as good as I remembered, despite visiting many excellent and highly-rated restaurants in the interim. If you want a peaceful, delightful place to dine or stay only about 30 minutes from Salzburg, consider Obauer and Werfen.
2. Platzl
Overall Ratings
4 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By ozpd70 - Aberdeen
This is a far newer and more upmarket option than most in town and gave the impression of being where local business people would meet rather than the traditional tourist stubes. We had. Many drinks here. On another occasion we walked past at 930 pm after dinner elsewhere. Town was very quiet. But at least a dozen people were at Platzl drinking happily and noisily. It seems to be a later night venue when all others close.
3. Almmonte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By 100hotelsayear
We always end up hear after skiing the last run down the Flying Mozart. It's much more upmarket than Kuhstal next door which is great venue for the younger ones however for the over 50's...Almmonte hits the mark!
4. Gasthof Burglhoh
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Flo68-mun - Munich, Germany
we passed Bischofshofen and had the pleasure to stay 3 days/2 nights in the hotel/restaurant Bürglhöh.
the rooms are great, really nice, and the owners Maria and Sigi do everything to make you feel nicely. then, the top thing is, you just go down the stairs and enter the restaurant Brüglhöh, also managed by Maria and Sigi: GREAT! never had such a choice of excellent (all home-made) dishes, really great! also the wine-card is worth to be seen.
great Maria an Sigi, they really make the place worth to go there, and, eat and drink a lot.... great!
we will be back!
5. Bosek's Salt & Sugar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By Spachick64 - Binfield, United Kingdom
Extrememyly competively priced , a small cafe/restaurant for breakfast ; Kaffee und Kuchen and dinner
Returned here again this year during half term skiing and were remembered from previous visits and welcomed back . Food is freshly cooked on the premises . Always advisable to book the day before if you want dinner there as very popular . Great selection of European and Asian man in courses served alongside pizzas and burgers . You won’t go hungry . Nice easy dining in a casual atmosphere . 4 of us : 2 courses and alcohol €79
6. Ortner`s
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Peter C - Wrexham, United Kingdom
Bischofshofen's best kept secret.
A little wine bar tucked away in a side street, and if you find it, you'll be in for a treat !
A real cosy, buzzing, vibrant place to come & eat or just for drink.
From steaks to lasagne, a range of different dishes for all budgets and tastes.
We have been going to Ortners now over the past 4 years, and never disappoints. If you want to sample some of their delights, it might be advisable to book in advance, to avoid disappointment.
The staff are efficient and friendly. The food is fresh and really tasty. But if you 'd just want to hang out for a drink or two, it has a real vibrant atmosphere.
We are going back to this part of Austria in September, Ortners we shall return!!!
7. Gasthof Silbergasser
Overall Ratings
4 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By ozpd70 - Aberdeen
This family owned guest house and Bistro has just been renovated. The multilingual staff are extremely cheerful and
friendly helpfully suggesting local choices. The snails were unlike any we have tried elsewhere prepared the local way with onions and bacon. Steaks were extremely soft and tender. Great selection of wines to match; very highly recommended
8. Vogei Hutt'n
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
The original "Vogei Hütt'n" is a popular destination for young and old. Summer and winter, many guests come to enjoy the beautiful view from the "Hahnbaum" mountain (1.130 m) . The sun Terrace invites you to linger, while the children play in the playground and with the pets. It is comfortable to relax at the fireside in the snuggery. Gourmets will be spoiled with traditional delicacies of our small but fine menu. We offer a dorm for your vacation.
Reviewed By TravelingBill - Phoenix, AZ
Despite both their own website and the TripAdvisor website saying they were open, we arrived about 5pm on Thursday and there was no one around and the doors locked. This place is difficult to get to and when you spend 30 minutes getting there, you expect them to be there.
9. Steakhaus Rauchkuchl
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By ye12013 - Southampton, United Kingdom
Had a lovely rib eye steak here. It was busy nearly all the tables were full so the poor waitress was rushing around trying to cater for everyone. Having said that the steak was mouth watering good. washed down with a couple of beers. An enjoyable meal for the first night of our holiday.
10. Restaurant Alpenzeit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Jozef1971 - Kerk-Avezaath, The Netherlands
This ia a very nice reataurant which was really close to our appartment. Thy have a great starters buffet, The staff is very helpfull the even arranged a small surprise for our kids.(see picture)
