3 Best Restaurants in Braubach, The Rhineland

It's easy to see why this centrally located bistro-style restaurant (which means "flotsam") is so popular, starting with a tempting menu of super-fresh salads, sandwiches, small tapas plates, quality bistro fare, and a good selection of local beer and wine. Friendly service, a warm ambiance, excellent prices, and a quaint outdoor terrace in warm weather don't hurt either.

This restaurant is a popular choice, not only for its old-world charm and ideal location on the central Marktplatz, but also for fresh, authentic dishes, attentive service, and outdoor seating. A good selection of German dishes hit the mark: tender veal or pork schnitzels topped with rich cream, mushroom, or horseradish sauce, steak cordon bleu stuffed with melted cheese, and a choice of fresh salads. All are best enjoyed with the local wines. An astonishing price-to-quality ratio is another great reason to dine here.

The elegant-rustic ambiance created by wood beams, crisp linens, and antique touches heightens the pleasure of dining on modern German dishes with a continental flair. Regional favorites, like lightly breaded veal cutlets, share top-billing with more sophisticated fare: sautéed scallops with arugula pesto, whole trout stuffed with wild girolle mushrooms, and house-made goose paté, all made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Desserts are lighter than the usual Saxon sweets and the wine list is top notch.