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Ten great date night restaurants in or near Stuttgart, volume 2!

Although this blog was originally intended to be about travel, I have found myself posting a whole lot of restaurant reviews for the Stuttgart area.  It seems my restaurant and local attraction reviews have become more popular than my travel posts ever were.  A few months ago, I posted a list of ten great date night restaurants my husband Bill and I have found since we moved back to the Stuttgart area in 2014.  Since that first post was so popular and we have since been to more good restaurants, I figure it’s time for another list.

As before, I am not ranking these restaurants in any particular order.  I like them all and for different reasons.  All of these restaurants have been reviewed on this blog.  Some restaurants have been reviewed more than once, so if you want to read more, you should check the tags for other reviews.  Many of these places are best booked ahead of time.  In most cases, you can find them listed on OpenTable.  Here goes.

10.  Finch – Degerloch

 

Finch is the restaurant for the Waldhotel, which is a lovely hotel in the Degerloch area of Stuttgart.  Although it’s a bit pricey, the food and service at Finch are excellent.  Bill and I dined there in late March of this year because we were staying at the hotel for easy access to the Porsche Arena.  Finch offers a menu that includes everything from German schnitzel to venison, as well as a few vegetarian and vegan options.  I highly recommend making reservations if you plan to dine at Finch; the venue is small.  I especially recommend this restaurant if you’re also staying in the very nice hotel.

I loved this shrimp tempura appetizer.

9.  Alte Post -Nagold (unfortunately, Alte Post is now closed.)

The Alte Post is the fancy upstairs dining room at Luz Bistro in Nagold.  I have written about Luz Bistro before and, indeed, it was one of the ten restaurants I recommended on my first “date night” post.  The Alte Post is run by the same people, but it’s a much different experience.  The Alte Post restaurant is only open from Wednesday to Sunday and it’s a bit more formal (and much more expensive) than Luz Bistro is.  However, although we dropped a whole lot of euros at Alte Post, it remains a memorable place for a date night.  You can order between three and and seven courses and spend a luxurious evening enjoying all manner of exotic dishes.  Each course is set; you don’t get a choice, except in the number of courses you order.  Reservations are a must, but it truly is an amazing experience for foodies.  Be careful, though.  You could find yourself eating something you never thought you would.

This was a raw lamb course marinated in tomatoes, garlic, and basil.  I don’t usually like lamb, but this was excellent.  

8.  Grüner Baum -Tailfingen

Grüner Baum is a casual French restaurant in a little town called Tailfingen, which is not far from Nagold, Bondorf, or Herrenberg.  Bill and I dined there last fall and I was blown away by the experience.  We sat outside in the charming yard, which is a good bet for a nice day.  There’s also a pleasant dining room for days when the weather is not so good.  I have never not seen this restaurant busy and parking can be scarce, but it’s well worth the effort to get to if only to try it once.  I love this place for the fact that it’s a change of pace and offers something besides Swabian, Italian, or Greek food.  This place specializes in crepes, but there are also plenty of other French delights on the menu. We need to get back there soon!

A little charcuterie…  

 

And a crepe!

 

7.  Ristorante da Maurizio -Stuttgart (this restaurant has changed names; it’s now called Aria)

Here’s a nice Italian entry, located on Calwer Strasse in downtown Stuttgart.  Ristorante da Maurizio is billed as a wine bar, but we were there for the food.  Last summer, Bill and I enjoyed a very pleasant evening repast outside.  It was a prime area for people (and pigeon) watching, but I was very impressed by the food and wine.  And, with a little planning, it would probably make for a nice place for a date.

Sinful burrata appetizer!  

 

Fried perch with peaches and mint!

 
 

6. Zum Reussenstein -Böblingen

I probably don’t need to write too much about this popular Swabian eatery in Böblingen.  I understand this restaurant is already well-known among Americans, especially those who live near Panzer Kaserne.  Bill and I dined at Zum Reussenstein last year having wisely made reservations beforehand.  This restaurant features beautifully prepared Swabian delectables at a fair price.  I’m told the place is owned by a famous German TV chef.

Fantastic ham and asparagus with Hollandaise sauce…

 

5.  Reiskorn -Stuttgart

I am including Reiskorn in this list for those who are dining with vegetarians, vegans, or people who are on gluten free diets.  Reiskorn is an adorable little eatery in downtown Stuttgart.  Its menu caters to those who prefer to eat meat free, although it’s not a meat free restaurant.  Although Reiskorn’s atmosphere is a bit hectic due to its small size, the food is phenomenal and it really offers a nice change of pace, especially for those who have special dietary needs.  Reservations are highly recommended because the inside dining room is very small and it does get busy and crowded.

Vegan, gluten free falafel!  It was delicious!

4.  Buffalo Grill and Bar -Gärtringen (this restaurant is now closed)

Looking for a more casual place to take your honey?  Like burgers and steaks?  You might want to visit Buffalo Grill and Bar in Gärtringen.  Bill and I visited in April to try their burgers, which are, to date, the best I’ve had in these parts.  We enjoyed the restaurant so much that we went back the next day to try their steaks.  To be honest, I liked my burger better than the steak I had.  There’s plenty of parking and a nice outdoor area.  It’s also pretty kid friendly, in case you can’t find a sitter for your date night.  Prices are very fair and reservations are not needed.

Well, it’s not your traditional date night location, but not everyone wants fancy food on a date!

 

As of July 31, 2018, Buffalo Grill and Bar is closed.  🙁

 

3.  Die Kelter -Tübingen

Die Kelter is a really cool restaurant in Tübingen.  It offers a nice biergarten area, a bar, and an awesome indoor dining room.  Although it’s a pretty casual place, especially at lunchtime, there are some interesting options available during the dinner hour.  Vegan and vegetarian options are available, as well as choices for people with more carnivorous palates.  I like to go to Die Kelter for cocktails; they have several creative ones available in their bar.  Above all, I love the atmosphere in this restaurant, along with the way it always smells… delicious!  If you visit on a weekend night, you may want to make reservations.  Die Kelter does get crowded sometimes.

Pastrami and salad at lunchtime.  We have also been for dinner, but unfortunately, I have no pictures!

 

An example of one of Die Kelter’s awesome cocktails!

2.  Restaurant Rosenau -Tübingen

This is another Tübingen restaurant, located on the outskirts of town not far from the hospital.  The dining room is pleasant and service is very competent.  The food could be described as upscale Swabian-French.  On the night we visited, the atmosphere was subdued and very relaxing.  We are definitely due for another visit.

Duck cooked to perfection with Dauphine potatoes.

 

1.  Der Zauberlehrling -Stuttgart

We’ve actually dined at Stuttgart’s Der Zauberlehrling twice.  The first time we ate there, it was 2008 and I didn’t have my camera.  Last time we went was in April of this year and we had a marvelous time.  One thing to know about Der Zauberlehrling is that on Saturday nights, they have “candelight theme nights”.  On those nights, a multi-course set menu with an optional wine pairing is offered and everyone shows up at the same time and gets the same thing.  The food is very good and the service is outstanding.  Also, the restaurant is connected to a quirky hotel, so you can stay the night if you want to.  A la carte dining is offered on other nights, although be aware that this restaurant is not open on Sundays.  If you’re dining on Saturday night, you should definitely make reservations.

Chilled gazpacho with basil ice cream!  This was literally very cool!

 

So there you have it… ten more places to try in the Stuttgart environs.  I am now reminded that Bill and I need to go out to dinner more often and expand our horizons!

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Ten great date night restaurants in or near Stuttgart…

ETA: 8/30/18 

I notice I’m getting a lot of new hits on this old post from 2017.  Please note that restaurants open and close all the time in this area.  I have written newer lists of favorite date restaurants and I hope you’ll take a minute to read about those.  (I am leaving this up for posterity)

Next weekend, we have travel plans that involve yet another trip to France with our dogs, Zane and Arran.  I’m eagerly anticipating our next trip, where we will no doubt load up on wine, cheese, and pastries.  But today, my mind is on date nights near Stuttgart.  Bill and I have been fortunate enough to have had quite a few of them.  Here’s a list of restaurants where I think you and your honey can enjoy a nice night out.  All of these restaurants have been reviewed on this blog, so please do a search if you want to read more.  Also, these restaurants are not necessarily ranked in order because, truthfully, I liked them all for different reasons!

10.  Ocean’s First– Holzgerlingen

Someone in one of the local Facebook groups turned me on to Ocean’s First, a seafood restaurant in Holzgerlingen.  This place, which is decorated to look a bit aquarium like, offers very fresh seafood and other gourmet delights.  There is no freezer on the premises, so what you’re going to find will be whatever can be acquired locally.  Bill and I had a great time at Ocean’s First last May and I enjoyed a huge lobster there, among other things…

Trough o’ crustaceans…

 

The atmosphere at Ocean’s First is very pleasant and the service is excellent.  If you like seafood, it’s a good bet.  Just don’t expect to find anything really exotic because we are in southern Germany and they don’t freeze their seafood at Ocean’s First.  I have done some checking and it appears that Ocean’s First is closed now.  Their Web site is offline and Google reports that it’s no longer open. 

 

The restaurant that was Ocean’s First is now a Russian/Former Soviet Union inspired eatery called Veranda.  

9.  Refugio– Tübingen

I discovered Refugio last year while prowling OpenTable.com, looking for a nice place to eat.  Refugio is the restaurant at La Casa, a beautiful boutique hotel in Tübingen.  We were very impressed by the impeccable service, beautiful presentation of the food, and lovely ambience at Refugio.  It’s a small dining area, but it’s very tastefully decorated.

Rinderfilet Refugio style…

 

A bonus is that if you have too much wine, you can always spend the night.  In fact, I would love to do just that sometime.  ETA: Refugio is hosting a special Valentine’s meal this year.  There will be live music, dancing, and a special four course menu.  It’s 69 euros a person.  Click here for more info.  (Bill and I will be dining there on Valentine’s Day!)

8.  Gasthof Krone– Waldenbuch

Gasthof Krone is another restaurant I found on OpenTable, but it enjoys a great reputation among locals.  The food is German and French and the service is outstanding.  The dining area is a bit cozy; it does have the look of a gasthaus, after all, but we had a lovely date in Waldenbuch, mainly thanks to this gem of a restaurant.

A fabulous tuna starter at Gasthof Krone!

7.  Five– Stuttgart

We went to Five in Stuttgart for our 13th wedding anniversary in November 2015.  Bill was very much enchanted by the cool decor.  They offered us a novel “mystery menu”, which was a lot of fun.  Basically, they served us several surprise courses after we told them of any foods we couldn’t eat (for me, it’s mushrooms).  Those who aren’t as brave can order off the menu.  This is not a cheap place to eat, but the food is very good and beautifully presented.  It’s a great place for a date.

An example of dessert.  They also served a “pre-dessert”…  Come here with an appetite!

6.  Cube– Stuttgart

We just had our first meal at Cube this week.  I have seen it repeatedly suggested as a good place for a date in downtown Stuttgart.  Having now seen the famous view of the Schlossplatz, I can agree that it’s a pretty nice place to eat.  Reservations are a must, but you will enjoy very good food, competent service, and an impressive view of Stuttgart.

Duck for lunch?  Why not!

5.  Im Gärtle- Entringen

This lovely little place is in the little town of Entringen, which is between Herrenberg and Tübingen.  It sits on top of a hill overlooking the town and includes a small art museum.  Bill and I have eaten there twice.  Our first time was last year on Valentine’s Day, where we truly did enjoy a date night.  The last time was a few weeks ago for lunch on a Saturday.  Both times we were left very impressed by the food, the ambience, and the friendly service.  It’s an especially great place to go if you like art.

Delightful herb encrusted salmon in the garden…

4. Christophorus– Stuttgart

Christophorus is a restaurant located in the Porsche Museum.  It offers excellent USDA beef and amazing service.  Reservations are a must at Christophorus; you can make them through OpenTable.de.  This a great place to go if you want to impress someone or want to celebrate, though be prepared to drop some major euros!  Tables are nicely spaced, so you can enjoy some intimacy with your sweetheart.

Magnificent steak at Christophorus.  The service is outstanding and if you like beef, this is a good place to be.  There are other options on the menu for non beef eaters.

3. Osteria da Gino– Nagold

Osteria da Gino is a small, intimate place run by a very charming Italian man and his family.  Do not go to see Gino wanting pizza; none is served in his restaurant.  Instead, he will impress you with many courses of amazing Italian food.  If you are looking for intimacy, I would recommend saving Gino’s for a summer evening, when you can dine outside.  During the colder months, you may find yourself sharing a table with another couple.  However, the last time Bill and I went to Gino’s, we ended up having a great time meeting a French/German couple who had come into town to visit relatives.  We are long overdue for another visit!  Make a reservation.

One of Gino’s wonderful pasta dishes… and one of several courses.  When we visit, we usually let him take charge and he brings out whatever…  It’s really unique and awesome!  The food is out of this world.


2. Luz Bistro Bar/Alte Post– Nagold

This is another nice and very comfortable restaurant in Nagold.  We have never needed to reserve a table at Luz Bistro Bar, but we have also never gone away disappointed.  The Alte Post is a more formal dining room that we haven’t yet tried, but have plans to try very soon.  Service is uniformly excellent; there’s a nice wine list, and the food is creatively prepared and very appealing.  It’s also a rather casual place, so there’s no need to dress up (unless you try the more formal dining room).  (Please note: this restaurant is now CLOSED)

Delicious braised pork at Luz Bistro Bar.  This was offered at lunchtime.


1. Talblick Gourmetrestaurant– Wildberg

Finally, there is Talblick Gourmetrestaurant, which is part of a larger gasthaus restaurant in Wildberg (sort of a sub restaurant, if you will).  Bill tried for months to get a reservation at Talblick Gourmetrestaurant and finally succeeded in June.  Word to the wise.  There is no air conditioning in the dining room where this sub restaurant is, so you should try to book it during the cooler time of the year.  However, the food is astonishing.  Prepare to spend an evening dropping lots of euros but being amazed by the creativity of the chef.  When we dined, we had the whole dining room to ourselves.  This gasthaus also has another restaurant that serves more traditional food.  You must make reservations for either.

Just ONE of the many beautiful photos I got of the beautiful food at Talblick…  If you like food that looks like art, I highly recommend trying this restaurant.  It’s truly amazing.  And yes, you can spend the night if you need to.  It’s also a hotel.

 

I’m sure there are many other great date restaurants that haven’t made this list.  I wanted to keep this post a reasonable length.  Rest assured, I’m doing my best to work through the amazing places to eat in and around Stuttgart.  Stay tuned for more reviews in 2017.

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All Saints Day Sunday at Alte Post in Nagold…

Last year, All Saints Day fell on a Saturday.  This year, it was on a Sunday.  I think that made a difference in our expectations of having stuff to do.  As it was, I stayed in my nightgown for most of the day and did laundry.  Bill did schoolwork and walked the dogs, running into the local horse folks.   The dogs, of course, freaked out.  I bet none of the local horsey people would believe me if I told them that I spent most of my childhood in a barn and used to compete in horse shows.  But it’s been years…  I’m sure I could ride if I wanted to, but I would pay for it.  So would the horse, for that matter.

We did decide to go out to dinner, though, and tonight we chose to dine at a restaurant in Nagold that has been piquing our interest for awhile now.  The Alte Post Hotel is a centerpiece of Nagold.  It’s situated right on the main square and is a sight to behold.   We live a mere five kilometers or so from Nagold, though you’d never know it from the way the landscape so dramatically changes.  Jettingen goes from open fields and flat horizons to deep valleys and hills in Nagold.  It’s hard to believe they are so close together.  Since we live so close, there’s no need to try the hotel… however, the restaurant is a different matter altogether.

There is a much fancier sign closer to the entrance, but since it was dark outside, I photographed the one that was lit…

We were welcomed into the intimate dining area to the left of the entrance.  It wasn’t until we were leaving that I noticed there’s a smaller and more intimate dining area to the right, too.  It was no matter to us, though, since there was only one other couple there when we arrived.  We sat at a table in the corner of the dining room…

Since we both wanted fish, Bill chose a nice local white wine for us… made right here in the Stuttgart area.  We also had our usual water with gas.

 

I entertained myself by speaking very rudimentary German to our excellent waitress.  There were actually two of them helping us.  One spoke excellent English.  The other, I’m not sure, since we managed to converse in German.  All these evenings out in nice restaurants have helped me with my language skills somewhat.

I don’t always have a starter, but I was intrigued by the spinach soup, which was served with strips of house prepared salmon.  Bill had a salad.

As we waited for our first courses, group of three came in with two dogs, one tiny chihuahua and a much larger hound who looked kind of like a cross between a lab and a viszla. I was amazed by how cute they were and how well they behaved.  The larger dog curled up on a blanket and went to sleep while her owners enjoyed dinner.  Wish mine were that well behaved.

Bill’s salad was supposed to be small, but was somewhat substantial.  It was very colorful and had a nice, tangy vinaigrette.  He liked it, but had to stop before getting too full.  The bread was very fresh and delicious.

My spinach soup.  This was very delicately flavored… spinach with some cream and salmon strips that didn’t taste like they were smoked.  I enjoyed the soup, though I think I might have liked some salt with it.  There was neither salt nor pepper on the table.  Perhaps it’s just as well.  Salt would have covered up the subtle nuances of this soup’s flavors.

 

Since we had a big meat day yesterday, Bill and I each had fish for dinner.  He had the lachsforelle and I had a zander filet.  We had the same sides, too, rosemary potatoes and spinach.   We each had a choice of two sides and happened to pick the same ones.  The potatoes were hearty, flavorful, and delightful and they were not overpowered by the rosemary.  The spinach was perfectly done; not mushy or overcooked.   I think if I had known yesterday that we’d be eating at Alte Post, I might have picked something other than spinach!

My zander filet is in the foreground.  It was very satisfying with its firm white flesh.  I tried Bill’s lachsforelle and it was also nice, though I preferred the zander.  By this point, a couple was seated next to us and I noticed them noticing me taking a photo.  That’s why I only took one photo.  They seemed to think we were kooky Americans.

 

I also accidentally poured fizzy water into my wine glass just as Bill was about to recharge our glasses.  The waitress seemed to take slight mock offense as she shooed him good naturedly back to his seat.  I am happy to report that service is very professional at Alte Post.  They take it seriously, even if they are getting slightly weeded by a large influx of people.  A bunch of ladies showed up and the had obviously made reservations, since there was a big table made up for them, complete with three glasses per place setting.  The restaurant had been almost empty when we arrived and by the time we were finishing dinner, was full.

Though I was well satisfied after the main course, we decided to have dessert.  Alte Post’s restaurant has a number of enticing choices.  They have creme brulee, strawberries with cream, and several house made ice creams.

I went with the Schwarzwalder… This was vanilla ice cream with cherry sauce, cherries, and a sprinkling of chocolate powder.  A little more chocolate would have made me happy, though this was a really nice ending.  It wasn’t too big, either.

 

Bill’s dessert was basically vanilla ice cream covered with a shot of hot espresso.  It was fantastic.

We noticed the people sitting around us enjoying what looked like fabulous steaks with frites.  Again… the prices out here in the country are less than what we’d pay in Stuttgart, yet the food and service is just as good and, in many cases, even superior.  Tonight’s bill came to 106 euros, which is significantly less than what we spent at [M]eatery yesterday.  The service was also more personal and, I think, even more professional.  We didn’t notice our server taking a break at the bar, for instance.

Anyway, if you’ve been reading this blog, you already know I’m a fan of Nagold’s adorable charm.  On Sundays and holidays, you can park for free.  And for us, it’s less than a ten minute drive.  Yes, we’ll go back to Stuttgart for dinner, but with the choices we have in Nagold and even Tuebingen, it’s hard to imagine why…

Of course I recommend Alte Post.  It’s a great place for a date night.  And for those who have kids, I believe I spotted a kinder menu.

For more on the Alte Post, check out this article…  it’s in German, but there’s always Google Chrome for translations.

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Restaurant Rosenau in Tübingen

I thought Bill and I were going to be going out for French food last night.  A couple of months ago, I had done an Internet search of French restaurants and somehow the Rosenau ended up at the top of my search string.  I looked over the menu and thought it was interesting, but kind of pricey.  I eventually forgot about the place.

Then on Friday night, we went to Tommi’s Bistro and had a wonderful steak dinner.  I decided yesterday afternoon, I wanted to try another restaurant I had never been to before.  That’s when I thought of Rosenau again.  I convinced Bill we needed a real date night and he made an online reservation through their Web site.  It turned out he didn’t have to do that, but not knowing anything about the restaurant, we decided to be safe.

I was going to wear a dress, but ended up changing into pants because it was chilly!

Getting to the Restaurant Rosenau turned out to be an interesting experience.  Though we already knew how to get to Tübingen, our GPS system decided to take us a shorter way, which involved driving on narrow roads and through quaint little towns while being tailgated by impatient locals.  We ended up driving right past Pfäffingen, which is the town we lived in the first time we were in Germany.  I’m always happy to drive through that area, since that’s where I learned to enjoy living in Germany.  It’s also a delightfully pretty town.

We got to the Rosenau restaurant just in time for our 7:00 reservation.  The parking lot was somewhat full of cars.  That’s when I realized that the restaurant is also a very nice looking gasthaus, though I couldn’t tell if the gasthaus side of it was running.  It was a bit cloudy and misty last night and it was getting very dark by the time we parked, but I could see that the restaurant and hotel are in sort of a picturesque rural area that made me think of a farm.  I bet when the sun is out, it’s beautiful.  The parking lot was next to a meadow and I could see charming timbered buildings that have probably been there for centuries.

The outside of the restaurant…

A very friendly waitress who bore a slight resemblance to Celine Dion greeted us warmly as we entered the dining room.  We were invited to choose a table.  I picked one out near the fireplace, which wasn’t operating last night.  The waitress apologized for not having menus in English.  That was okay, though, since Bill and I both need to practice our German.  We can navigate German menus pretty well most of the time, anyway.

Bill looking handsome in clothes I picked out for him.  😉

Bill chose a Bordeaux from the wine list as I realized that the restaurant’s cuisine was more high class Schwabish-French food than straight French.  They had a number of nice selections, though, and even offered a degustation menu.  Our server spoke English and had a really pleasant personality, smiling more often than the average German does.  I’m kidding, of course.  Although she really did smile a lot and was very warm and engaging.  She lit a candle for us as I admired the fresh flowers on the table and left us to decide what we wanted for dinner.

We enjoyed very fresh baguettes with butter and an herbal spread that was a little sour.  There was a simple white baguette and one that had different seeds in it.  Both were delicious and I was tempted to eat a lot of it, but knew I needed to save room.

An amuse.  This was what tasted like some kind of fish croquette with carrot and herbal creme.  It was good!

 

I started with onion soup.  It consisted of caramelized onions with homemade Parmesan croutons, and a clear broth.  This was a nice starter, since it wasn’t too heavy.  Our server poured the soup out of a small kettle into the bowl.

Bill had a nice salad with venison.  I did taste the venison, which was very fresh.

 

I had duck with what could best be described as potato croquettes but were actually called Dauphine potatoes.  They were pretty sinful.  My duck was cooked to medium and served with a cream sauce and what tasted like a red wine sauce.  I managed to finish most of this, though I was saving room for dessert…   

Bill had sauerbraten.  The beef was literally tender enough that you could cut it with a spoon!  They were served with pretzel dumplings and red cabbage.

Our wine…

 

I was determined to have dessert, even though I find that the older I get, the less food I can eat at one sitting.  That declining ability to eat food has had no effect on my waistline.  That’s the only reason why I left a few bites on my plate.

I ordered what turned out to be sort of a panoply of desserts.  There was panna cotta, chocolate mousse, a tiny almond cookie, grapes, blueberry sorbet, and I’m not sure what the little orange slivers up by the panna cotta were.  I’d guess they were another panna cotta, but they were very mild and had sort of an orange flavor.

Bill had a similar dessert, except his included a banana cake (in the cup), chocolate ice cream, and banana ice cream with pistachios.  In the little shot glass was a type of creme which I didn’t try…

We ended with a round of espresso, which was served with tiny Ritter Sports and a small plate of cookies.  We noticed another couple choosing digestives from a cart that a server wheeled over to them.

I had to sneak a photo of the beautiful stained glass lighting in the middle of the dining room.  I wonder what they have to do when a light bulb burns out.

Outside menu…

Service at Rosenau was mostly impeccable.  Our charming server was extremely professional and practiced excellent table maintenance.  She was very poised and when she couldn’t think of the English word for the sorbet, even went to the kitchen and Googled it for me.  She did sort of disappear at the end of the meal, but her colleague brought us our check.  The total bill for this meal was 138 euros before the tip.  It was well worth what we spent.

The atmosphere at Rosenau seemed to be geared toward older people, though we did notice one group of younger folks who appeared to be celebrating a birthday.  Most people were dressed in what we’d call “business casual” attire, though there were a couple of people in jeans.

One thing to note is that all of the chairs in the dining room have arms on them.  I wouldn’t mention this, except that I used to wait tables and observed that some people have trouble sitting in chairs with arms.

I think Restaurant Rosenau would make a good date night restaurant.  It looked like they had a really nice garden area for al fresco dining.  As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, we may have to venture back.  The surrounding area is just lovely.  An added convenience is the ample and free parking… not something you can always find in Germany!

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