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Hotel Regina Wengen: Classic French Dining in a Heritage Alpine Hotel

The Chef and His Kitchen

Located in the car-free village of Wengen, Hotel Regina houses Chez Meyer’s, a destination for French fine dining perched high in the Bernese Oberland. Frédéric Kempf brings a deeply rooted Alsatian background to this kitchen after training in Strasbourg and working across respected European houses. His approach relies on precise classical methods paired with contemporary seasoning, drawing heavily on seasonal produce to shape each menu cycle.

Signature Plates and Seasonal Focus

The dining room at Chez Meyer’s showcases this balance through carefully composed plates. Diners often encounter a crisp trout tartare served with white asparagus and a subtle touch of soy, followed by earthy mushroom and artichoke preparations steeped in a light pea broth. Main courses feature hand-breaded prawns resting on carrot tagliatelle with a delicate curry foam, or roasted lamb accompanied by aubergine caviar and a rich black garlic reduction.

A Historic Alpine Setting

The restaurant occupies a prominent position within a building that has welcomed travelers since 1894. Recognized as a Swiss heritage site, the Victorian architecture provides a quiet backdrop for the culinary craft unfolding inside. Guides awarded the kitchen a thirteen-point rating for 2026, praising how Kempf honors classic French techniques while introducing modern twists. Guests dine among carved wood and period furnishings, finding a steady rhythm between mountain stillness and refined service.