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Die Brasserie at Landauer Str. 103-105 in Pirmasens holds one Michelin star (2026) for a French-leaning kitchen that mixes brasserie classics with a contemporary hand. It sits in the former Waldschlöss'l manor, close to the French border.
Vjekoslav Pavic, who is Croatian, spent almost a decade in top-end kitchens before opening here in 2014. One of those years included three as sous chef at Residenz Heinz Winkler. Sandor Kalman runs the kitchen day to day as Küchenchef. The team buys without compromise and uses no pre-processed ingredients. Fish comes from sustainable catches, and the plating stays plain.
Pears, beans and bacon is a signature, as are roasted chestnuts with Brie de Meaux cream and scallops pan-seared in nut butter. Vegetarians get a slow-cooked organic egg with braised leeks, sunflower seeds and white pepper sauce. The menu changes often with the seasons. Der Feinschmecker rates the cooking 2.5 (2026) and calls it rustic simplicity with refinement.
The dining room has a Parisian touch and classic brasserie ambiance. Lena Pavic hosts, and service is attentive without hovering. The wine list leans toward the Pfalz, with good bottles by the glass. After you have been advised, the bottle is left on the table so you can pour it yourself.
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Near the French border, the former woodland manor has long been popular with day-trippers. Today, the stylish ambiance and brasserie classics (including sole and caviar) delight guests.
Concept A touch of Parisian flair complements the classic brasserie ambiance, where fine gourmet cuisine is served. Culinary Style Vjekoslav Pavic focuses on delicious, authentic cuisine crafted from premium ingredients, skillfully blending rustic simplicity with culinary refinement. Pears, beans, and bacon is one of his signature classics, as are the roasted chestnuts with Brie de Meaux cream, and the scallops pan-seared in nut butter. A standout vegetarian offering is the slow-cooked organic egg served with braised leeks, sunflower seeds, and a white pepper sauce. Wine Alongside a carefully curated selection of wines available by the glass that pair perfectly with the menu, the cellar also maintains an impressive list of top-tier national and international vintages. Atmosphere The brasserie exudes charm, and the friendly service, overseen by hostess Lena Pavic, ensures a consistently warm and welcoming vibe. Verdict A harmonious dining experience, even for seasoned gourmets.
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