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Bachofer at Marktplatz 6 in Waiblingen holds one Michelin Star (2026) for its Asian-inspired fusion cooking, led by chef Bernd Bachofer. The restaurant sits in a half-timbered house in the old town.
Bernd Bachofer has run the kitchen since February 2003. His style draws on trips through Southeast Asia, Japan and China, with molecular touches used only when they improve a dish. Der Feinschmecker (2.5, 2026) points to a starter of house-smoked hamachi with shiso cream, buttermilk dashi, cucumber-wasabi ice and caviar. The sushi rice is Koshihikari from Niigata, the miso comes from the Black Forest, and sushi is served on Thursdays by pre-order.
The building is a former pharmacy from 1647, the second-oldest house in Waiblingen. Its modern interior contrasts with the timber frame. The dining room seats 45, and a dining bar around the fully glazed kitchen seats another 10. Upstairs, the private room Pranger11 holds 12 guests. In summer the terrace opens, lit by torches in the evening.
Head sommelier Mario Völpel looks after a list of about 250 selections, strongest in Württemberg, Mosel, Spain and Austria. The eight-course menu can be ordered with matching wines by the glass. Winemaker presentations and tastings are held in the house regularly.
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Asian-inspired restaurant with a dining bar surrounding a fully glazed kitchen, a summer terrace, a cooking school, and private dining. Guests can enjoy sushi, lamb shank, and turbot, or opt for fully vegetarian dishes.
Concept A varied culinary destination with a highly dedicated team. Cuisine Style Chef Bernd Bachofer successfully continues his Asian-inspired fusion style, which he developed through extensive travel and international experience – also at the stylish round dining bar. Each dish brings together a wide array of flavors, as exemplified by the appetizer house-smoked hamachi mackerel with shiso cream, buttermilk dashi, cucumber-wasabi ice, caviar, and mackerel dashi. Korean BBQ available for private groups. Wine Sommelier Mario Völpel has been with the team since the beginning of this year. The wine list features 250 selections, with a focus on Württemberg and Mosel, Spain, and Austria. Atmosphere One of Waiblingen's oldest buildings has been tastefully modernized. Spacious summer terrace. Concept A varied culinary destination with a highly dedicated team.
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