3 Best Restaurants in Kitzbuhel, Innsbruck, Tirol, and Vorarlberg

In the small village of Aurach about 5 km (3 miles) south of Kitzbühel, Hallerwirt is known for its great Austrian cuisine and charm. Old wooden floors and a ceramic stove in the parlor lend a period flair to this 400-year-old farmhouse. A colorful mix of people gathers here, and young and old enjoy the easygoing vibe. The congenial hosts, Monika and Jürgen Stelzhammer, take time to give everyone some good wine suggestions. The friendly staff serves specialties such as Jerusalem artichoke soup and fillet of lamb.

Expect elegant dress and quiet conversations at this high-class restaurant, where Johannes Denk and his creative team have been awarded 17 Gault Millau points and previously held a Michelin star. Freshly picked herbs from the garden accompany almost every dish, from soup to sorbet, and imaginative dishes might include rainbow trout paired with a pig's trotter. Local game is a passion, and food and wine are presented by well-trained, white-gloved staff in one of the four cozy parlors that make up the Kupferstube. Menus range from four courses (€120) to seven courses (€185).

Après-ski can't begin early enough for the casually chic crowds that pile into this famous café and pastry shop in the heart of Kitzbühel. For locals, the Praxmair is a meeting point for regular get-togethers, cabaret performances, and small events. The wood interior and a tiled stove give the place a special flair.