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Adler Lahr: Michelin-Starred Modern French Cuisine in the Black Forest

Adler: Modern French Cuisine in the Black Forest

In the town of Lahr, at the foot of the Black Forest, the Fehrenbacher family runs a hotel-restaurant with two distinct dining experiences. The Adler-Gasthaus serves regional dishes, while the Gourmetrestaurant offers refined, Modern French cuisine that has earned a Michelin star. Chef Daniel Fehrenbacher and his team create menus that change with the seasons, drawing on the bounty of the surrounding region.

The restaurant’s connection to its setting is clear. “So vielfältig wie der Schwarzwald, so vielfältig sind auch die Köstlichkeiten,” the team notes, meaning the diversity of the Black Forest is reflected in the food. Special events like fish weeks in the Gourmetrestaurant and a large kitchen party in October highlight the kitchen’s versatility and commitment to seasonal ingredients.

An Inside Look at the Kitchen

For those who want a deeper experience, Adler offers a Chef’s Table. Guests sit in the kitchen itself, watching the cooks at work while enjoying 15 tasting portions from the Michelin-starred kitchen, paired with wines and other beverages. This intimate setting, limited to three guests per evening, provides a rare view into the precision and craft behind the Modern French cuisine.

Private Dining and Local Hospitality

The Adler property also features the Adlersaal, a generous hall for events from 20 to 100 guests, and offers catering and fingerfood packages for private celebrations. Whether in the gourmet restaurant or at a private event, the focus remains on quality, seasonality, and the warm hospitality of the Fehrenbacher family.