The story
In the quiet seaside town of Ostseebad Wustrow, Schimmel's combines a cozy pension with a restaurant that celebrates regional country cooking. The house philosophy is summed up in a quote by Wilhelm Busch that adorns their website: “Dies für den und das für jenen. Viele Tische sind gedeckt... Lasse jedem seine Freuden.” It speaks to a generous, unhurried hospitality. Guests find themselves in a setting of comfortable dining rooms and a sunny outdoor seating area – a place where homemade cakes and carefully selected wines complete the experience.
The kitchen follows the rhythms of the season, presenting two daily menus that change regularly. Recent examples show the range: a starter of Kartoffel-Thymian-Krapfen with cheese fondue and red chicory, a creamy barley risotto with beetroot and horseradish, or a classic Kalbsleber with apple-quince compote. Main courses might feature Skrei with curry-fennel and mussels, or dry-aged roastbeef with Café de Paris sauce. There is also a dedicated vegetarian option – the risotto – and a playful dessert like Schokoladen-Cassis-Sorbet with poor knights and sour cream. For those who want the full experience, tasting menus of three, four, or five courses are offered, starting at 56 euros.
The wine list is a deep dive into the Old World, with 131 selections chosen to complement the food. This commitment to quality has not gone unnoticed: the Michelin Guide awarded Schimmel's its “Recommended” distinction for 2026, a fitting nod to a kitchen that delivers honest, refined country cooking in a genuinely welcoming atmosphere.
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Guesthouse and restaurant just a short distance from the harbor. Those who stop here are served two five-course menus featuring dishes of upscale country-house cuisine, along with the charm of the hosts.
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