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Elephant Restaurant in Bressanone – Classic Alpine Cuisine & Michelin Recognition

At Ristorante Elephant in Bressanone, the guiding philosophy is simple: cook with simplicity and let the flavor shine. Chef Mathias Bachmann and his team bring this principle to life daily with a menu rooted in the classic, traditional cuisine of Alto Adige. This is cooking that respects the land, using local products of the finest quality to create dishes that are both honest and exceptional.

The setting is as memorable as the food. Meals are served in the “Zirbelstube” (a stube paneled in fragrant cirmolo pine) and the “Altdeutsche Stube,” where the warmth of wood and impeccable service create an atmosphere of quiet Alpine hospitality. Whether choosing a dish or selecting the perfect wine pairing, guests are in expert hands. The restaurant’s commitment to this refined, traditional approach has earned it a Michelin Recommended distinction, a mark of its consistent quality.

Bachmann’s own words capture the ethos: “For me, quality means a good raw ingredient with authentic flavor.” This commitment is backed by strong scores from Gault Millau (16 points) and Falstaff (91 points). Elephant serves lunch from 12:00 to 14:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 21:30, with Wednesday as the day of rest. It is a place where the classic cuisine of the region is celebrated in every detail.