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Jean, at Wilhelmstraße 13 in Eltville am Rhein, serves classic French cuisine inside the Hotel Frankenbach and holds one Michelin star (2026). The restaurant takes its name from the nickname of chef Johannes Frankenbach, the third generation of his family to run the house.
Johannes Frankenbach cooks in a straightforward classic French style with Mediterranean accents. The menu changes with the seasons and draws on regional produce. The family has owned the hotel since 1948, and the restaurant sits alongside a café with its own pastry kitchen.
Starters have included foie gras terrine with pear, pistachio and brioche, and a Breton fish soup with rouille and croutons. Mains have featured saddle of salt-meadow lamb with an olive crust and thyme jus, and a truffled guinea fowl breast with gnocchi. Guests can order à la carte, or choose a gourmet menu of three to seven courses or a seasonal menu of three to five.
The dining room is a former wine tavern, and the staff serve with courtesy and warmth. In summer, meals move to the plane-tree courtyard. The wine list focuses on Rheingau, German and French bottles, with older vintages and a particular emphasis on Bordeaux and Burgundy.
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Concept Fine dining at the restaurant of Hotel Frankenbach. In addition to à la carte dishes, guests can choose from a gourmet menu of three to seven courses, and a seasonal menu of three to five courses. Culinary Style The straightforward style of classic French haute cuisine runs consistently through the dishes of Johannes (Jean) Frankenbach. For starters, foie gras pâté with brioche or bouillabaisse with rouille sauce and croutons, exactly as it should be. The entrecôte is served with potato gratin, kohlrabi, savoy cabbage, and a shallot jus, while the turbot is elevated by an aromatic saffron-orange sauce. Wine The well-curated wine list features selected German and French wines, including older vintages. Ambiance Guests are attended to with courtesy and warmth in the cozy atmosphere of the former wine tavern. Conclusion Classic French haute cuisine with Mediterranean accents.
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