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Nigrum, a modern cuisine restaurant at Schloßstraße 20 in Baden-Baden, holds a 2026 Michelin Recommended listing. The kitchen draws on French technique with Japanese and international accents, and the menu is rewritten every two weeks.
Chef Ronald Ettl is Austrian and trained in a five-star hotel in Austria. He cooked in starred kitchens in Zurich, Munich, Cologne, Hamburg and Mallorca. He names Rino Casati, Germany's first Italian starred chef, as the strongest influence on his style.
Der Feinschmecker's review cites swordfish with beetroot and horseradish served as a panna cotta, and crispy pan-fried zander with pak choi and mussels. The Chateaubriand can be ordered for two. The room is black and gold under a rib-vaulted ceiling, with colorful designer chairs, modern art and an illuminated bar. The restaurant has only eight tables, so booking ahead matters.
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An exciting ambiance in black and gold beneath a rib-vaulted ceiling, complemented by colorful designer chairs, art, and natural stone. An illuminated bar and fine dining experience featuring up to eight courses in a single sitting!
Concept Casual fine dining located near the New Palace. The 3 to 8-course menu changes every two weeks. Guest appearances by chef friends round out the concept. Cuisine Style French-based fusion cuisine. Swordfish with beetroot and horseradish served as a panna cotta, while the crispy pan-fried zander comes with pak choi and mussels. The classic Chateaubriand is popular and can be ordered for two. Beautiful desserts. Wine Just under 200 selections from the Old and New World, including 25 bottles available by the glass in 0.15L servings. A tasting pour is standard with the wine menu. Atmosphere Stylish black (Nigrum) and abundant gold, complemented by modern art in the impressive ribbed vault. The evening leaves a lasting impression – especially thanks to the attentive service that truly looks after every guest. Conclusion Urban indulgence with attentive hosts in a prestigious location.
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