Jägerwirt

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Jägerwirt Bad Tölz – Country Cooking with a Bib Gourmand

A Family Tradition in Kirchbichl

Since 1928, the Rank family has been welcoming guests to the Gasthaus Jägerwirt in the Kirchbichl district of Bad Tölz. Now in its fourth and fifth generations, the inn remains true to its roots: honest, regionally rooted country cooking. The family’s commitment to quality and value has earned the restaurant a Michelin Bib Gourmand, a recognition that underscores the consistent, satisfying cooking found here.

From Garden to Table

The kitchen relies on fresh ingredients from nearby producers. Rindfleisch comes from Johanna and Florian Rank’s farm on the Samerberg; trout is sourced from the Sappl family’s Mühlberghof. Herbs are harvested from the inn’s own large kitchen garden, with surplus preserved for the colder months. Seasonal wild herbs like wild garlic and watercress also find their way onto the menu. The result is a cuisine that respects Bavarian tradition while feeling lighter and more digestible.

The daily-changing menu might feature Fleischpflanzerl vom Pinzgauer Rind with creamed savoy cabbage and mashed potatoes, or Rehlendchen with juniper sauce, lingonberries, almond broccoli and buttery spätzle. On weekends, a Schwäbisch Hällisch pork shoulder roast with dark beer sauce and potato dumplings is a regular speciality. A section of the menu also nods to Alpine and Mediterranean influences.

Atmosphere and Hospitality

The Jägerwirt’s rooms are heated by tiled stoves, creating a cosy, unhurried setting. A Stüberl and a separate hall can accommodate groups, while the main Stube seats up to 45. In warmer months, guests gather in the beer garden under two old lime trees, enjoying a Brotzeit with one of the carefully selected local beers. The wine list focuses on Alpine and German producers, with a particular emphasis on Franconian varieties.

The family’s warmth and dedication are evident in every detail, from the house-baked Dinkelbrot and Bauernbrot to the homemade cakes, strudel and ice cream. It is this genuine hospitality, combined with consistent, high-quality country cooking, that keeps guests returning year after year.