3 Best Restaurants in Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber, The Romantic Road

Restaurant-Zur Höll

$$ Fodor's choice

“To Hell” is in a building dating back to AD 900—claimed to be the oldest in town. With an extensive selection of Franconian wine and a delicious house beer, you'll have a nice late evening experience. In summer be sure to reserve a table in advance, including for the outdoor Biergarten (beer garden).

Burgg. 8, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, 91541, Germany
098-614–229
Known For
  • seasonal specialties, including chanterelle mushroom soup
  • beef and pork platters
  • regional wines
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch winter

Alter Keller

$$

On a side street, this guest house restaurant serves standard local cuisine but attracts a crowd thanks to its evening steak menu. The interior is traditional Bavarian and the family-run establishment has friendly personnel.

Alter Keller 8, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, 91541, Germany
09861-2268
Known For
  • assortment of dry-aged steaks
  • venison goulash
  • schnitzels
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch weekdays

Rothen-Burger

$

You have to love a bistro named with such a creative play on words combining it's historic location and modern American-style menu. Angus beef burgers are the specialty here, in variations including French with brie, Italian with parmesan, and a universal spicy style with chili. There's also a veggie burger, and a list of local biers and wines.

Spitalgasse 6, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, 91541, Germany
Known For
  • American-style burgers
  • onion rings (a rarity in Germany)
  • good fries
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No lunch weekdays

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