3 Best Restaurants in Salzkammergut, Austria

Café Zauner

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If you haven't been to Zauner, you've missed a true highlight of Bad Ischl. The desserts—particularly the house creation, Zaunerstollen, a chocolate-covered confection of sugar, hazelnuts, and nougat—have made this one of Austria's best-known pastry shops. Emperor Franz Josef used to visit every day for a Guglhupf, a lemon sponge cake.

Bräugasthof

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In a city famed for tourist crowds, most restaurants are hit or miss, but the Bräugasthof, with its delicious fish dishes and gorgeous lake views, is definitely a hit. Flavors from Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary infuse the regional menu. Operating hours are restricted from December to February.

Grand-Café & Restaurant Zauner

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If you enjoyed a cake at the acclaimed Café Zauner, you may want to visit their second location for something heartier. The Zauner restaurant specializes in Austrian classics and wine, including beef and dumplings and Styrian chicken salad. Save room for dessert and share a generous Salzburger Nockerl.

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