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Waldschänke in Grieskirchen serves refined Austrian cuisine, rooted in an eighty-year family tradition. Elisabeth Grabmer and her son Clemens now run the kitchen, sourcing ingredients directly from the nearby forest, rivers, and meadows. Their approach balances historic wirtshaus staples with quiet modern adjustments. This dedication to honest regional cooking secured a 16.5 rating from Gault&Millau, which noted how seamlessly the plates complement the venue’s curated wine selection.
The menu follows what the local landscape provides, yet several preparations demonstrate consistent technical control. A dense mushroom terrine incorporates port wine and closes with pear, hazelnut, and cashew. Braised celeriac pairs with dark bread and walnuts, while pan-seared zander rests on red lentils and green beans. Slow-cooked pork knuckle features chicory and raisin jus to balance richer portions. Sweet finishes mirror this grounded style, featuring a light brioche with pickled plums and orange ice.
Outdoor seating occupies a meadow terrace framed by mature trees that block direct sun and release herbal notes in summer. Patron Heinz Grabmer oversees the beverage program from a cellar containing nearly eight hundred labels, spanning established Austrian estates to young international growers. He also designs alcohol-free journeys using house-made juices and regional fruit concentrates. Every detail reinforces a relaxed pace suited to the countryside setting.
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Warmly received by the owner Heinz Grabmer and pampered by the exceptionally cheerful crew, we can enjoy the wonderfully harmonious dishes by Elisabeth and Clemens Grabmer, accompanied by excellent wines from the carefully curated yet extensive wine list. Exemplary mentions include the flavor-packed mushroom terrine, refined with port wine and beautifully rounded off with pear, hazelnut, and cashew; or the perfectly braised celery, complemented by dark bread, walnut, and egg yolk. Equally enchanting are the zander with red lentils and green beans, the juicy farmer's knuckle with chicory, raisin jus, and balancing black garlic, as well as the fluffy brioche with pickled damson plums, caramelized whey, and orange ice cream. Unreserved recommendation! Address: Kickendorf 15, 4710 Grieskirchen, Austria Contact: 07248 62 3 08 restaurant@waldschaenke.at https://www.waldschaenke.at/ Opening hours: Tue 11:30–14:00, Wed–Sat 11:30–14:00 and 18:00–22:00, variable Team: Elisabeth & Clemens Grabmer, Chef
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