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Bistro Villa Merton at Am Leonhardsbrunn 12 in Frankfurt am Main holds one Michelin Star (2026) for its French-inspired cooking. The restaurant occupies a protected villa from 1927 in the city's diplomatic district.
Owner André Großfeld, born in 1977 in Telgte, trained under Alfons Schubeck and later cooked at Tantris in Munich under Hans Haas. He has run the villa's restaurant since January 2015 and earned a Michelin star there the same year. His credo is to focus on the product and keep the fuss to a minimum. Head chef Philippe Giar works alongside him.
From Tuesday to Saturday, the gourmet card offers two modern seven-course menus, one of them vegetarian. Monday brings a gourmet special. Those after something simpler can choose the bistro card, with a weekly business menu and a few German classics on weekdays. Coq au vin with ratatouille and potato gratin is a house favorite. So are the glazed veal sweetbreads with mushrooms, spinach and velouté.
The villa was built for the industrialist Richard Merton, and the dining rooms now carry some colorful decor. A summer terrace is open in season. The champagne list is the cellar's strongest suit, backed by German and international wines. Guided by this kitchen, the Schlemmer Atlas awarded 3.5 Kochlöffel (2026). From Tuesday to Saturday, two to six guests can sit at the Chef's Table inside the kitchen for a six-course menu.
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Concept An elegant gourmet restaurant in the diplomatic quarter. On Monday evenings, a gourmet special is offered as a surprise menu. The lunch menu is served in two or three courses, while the larger evening gourmet menu, also available in a vegetarian version, features four to seven courses. Cuisine Style Housed in a protected historic villa, the kitchen draws on French inspiration. Popular classics from owner André Großfeld and head chef Philippe Giar include the wonderfully flavorful coq au vin with ratatouille and potato gratin, and the perfectly glazed veal sweetbreads, served with premium mushrooms, spinach, and a fine velouté sauce. Wine The extensive selection of champagnes is particularly noteworthy, complemented by carefully curated German and international wines to suit every taste and budget. Atmosphere The stylish interior, featuring some colorful decor, exudes charm and flair. A beautiful summer terrace is also available. Conclusion A reliable choice for lunch and dinner for hours of culinary enjoyment.
Fine dining in a stately villa from 1927, located in the city's diplomatic district. At lunch, the business menu entices guests, while in the evening, the gourmet menu features a selection of up to seven courses.
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