The story
Ristorante da Mimmo brings straightforward Italian cooking to Kreuth, guided by Chef Mimmo Lapenna’s upbringing in Apulia. The kitchen occupies the Traditionsgasthaus Hirschberg, a preserved structure originally established in 1498. Lapenna treats the building’s long history with respect, choosing ingredients that reflect coastal and rural traditions rather than pursuing fleeting food trends. Visitors enter through broad doorways and move easily across level floors, as the entire venue maintains full wheelchair accessibility.
The menu adapts to weekly deliveries, keeping the Italian kitchen anchored in what actually arrives fresh. Whole turbot arrives simply grilled to preserve its natural texture, while ossobuco braises slowly until the bones release their richness. A tender cut of beef fillet receives careful preparation, cooked to match exact temperature requests without unnecessary garnishes. This consistent focus on ingredient quality secured two and a half spoons from the Schlemmer Atlas for 2026.
Polished wooden tables and crisp linen create a calm backdrop for meals that unfold at a measured pace. Kitchen staff communicate quietly between stations, timing each course to let conversations continue without interruption. The space encourages longer stays, allowing groups to sample multiple dishes or share bread baskets while watching preparations. Evening warmth settles over the dining area, reinforcing why regulars return to this Italian culinary destination season after season.
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History
Head Chef Mimmo Lapenna from Puglia brings Italian moments to the traditional guesthouse Hirschberg, established in 1498. With his seasonally inspired dishes featuring sole, ossobuco, and beef fillet.
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