Brunnwirt Kassl, Althofen

Celebrated table

Brunnwirt Kassl

A Gault & Millau recognized Landrestaurant in Guttaring, Brunnwirt Kassl serves reliable Austrian classics and seasonal game in a flower-filled garden and cozy interior.

The story

Brunnwirt Kassl Guttaring: Classic Austrian Cuisine Meets Quiet Hospitality

The Kitchen and Regional Focus

Brunnwirt Kassl anchors its approach to traditional Austrian cuisine in the quiet market town of Guttaring. What began as a straightforward family inn under Ferdinand Kassl has evolved into a recognized Landrestaurant. Today, Chef Mohammad Ali guides the kitchen with a steady hand, focusing on locally sourced ingredients rather than fleeting trends. This grounded philosophy aligns with a recent 12.5 point recognition from Gault & Millau, which highlights how Austrian cooking thrives here through careful preparation.

Standout Dishes and Seasonal Choices

Diners typically begin their meals with either a peppery rocket salad dressed with cured bacon or an elevated river crayfish preparation. The main courses rely on straightforward technique to highlight quality proteins, such as a juicy onion roast beef or a perfectly pink veal fillet cut from grass-fed cattle. Every meal concludes with house-made flour-based desserts that reflect the region’s long-standing sweet traditions. These plates demonstrate why the kitchen maintains its reputation for reliable execution.

The Garden and Interior Spaces

Guests often choose their table based on the weather, favoring the flower-filled outdoor terrace during summer months. The interior dining rooms offer a more intimate setting, featuring comfortable seating and a warm layout that suits longer conversations. Whether seated outside or within the original building structure, visitors experience a space designed for unhurried dining. The consistent attention to comfort mirrors the kitchen’s dedication to unpretentious hospitality.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Gault&Millau
12.5
12.5

Ambience

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Details

At a glance

Gault&Millau 2026 — 12.5

History

On the record

2026
Gault&Millau — 12.5

Historically, Kassl was known as a "traditional country inn," but today "country restaurant" is more accurate. The most pleasant spot to dine is in the flower-filled guest garden, though the indoor rooms are equally cozy. You can start with a bacon-rich shepherd's salad or choose an elegant fruity crayfish salad, followed by classics such as a juicy, well-seasoned onion roast beef or a perfectly medium-rare filet steak from pasture-raised calves, and finish off with outstanding traditional desserts. Address: Unterer Markt 2, 9334 Guttaring, Austria Contact: 04262 81 25, brunnwirtkassl@aon.at, https://www.kassl-brunnwirt.at/ Opening Hours: Fri–Tue 11:30–13:30 and 18:00–20:30, Sun 11:30–15:00 Team: Flexible Chef: Mohammad Ali

Established

Location

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Unterer Markt 2, 9334 Guttaring, Kärnten, Österreich
Althofen, Austria
04262 81 25
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