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SoulFood, at Unterer Markt 35 in Auerbach, Germany, is a European kitchen that earned one Michelin star in 2026. The restaurant sits on the central market square and serves creative, internationally inspired cooking.
Michael Laus has been at the stove since the restaurant opened in 2012. His dishes include red shrimp tartare with colorful melons, avocado and elderflower amaranth. Milk veal arrives cooked pink with chickpeas, zucchini, tahini and vadouvan spice. Lemon custard with apricot, forest honey and honey ice cream closes the meal.
Floor-to-ceiling windows and elegant slatted walls frame the dining room, where comfortable lounge chairs invite guests to linger. Christine Heß leads the wine list, which focuses on German bottles while also showing Austria, Italy, France and Spain. The Schlemmer Atlas awarded the restaurant three Kochlöffel for 2026, citing its two four-course menus.
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Concept A small, personal fine-dining restaurant featuring two menus located at the central market square. Culinary Style Since the restaurant opened in 2012, Michael Laus has been behind the stove, presenting internationally inspired, creative dishes such as red shrimp tartare with colorful melons, avocado, elderflower amaranth, and a melon shot. He serves milk veal cooked pink with chickpeas, zucchini, eggplant, tahini, pomegranate, and vadouvan spice. A rich dessert features lemon custard with apricot, forest honey, lemon thyme, almonds, and honey ice cream. Wine Christine Heß is in charge of the wine list. The focus is on German selections, though Austria, Italy, France, and Spain are also well represented. Atmosphere Floor-to-ceiling windows, elegant slatted walls, and comfortable lounge chairs. Timeless. Conclusion Relaxed indulgence with high standards in a stylish setting.
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