Phone: +436542729110
Address: Hofmannsthalstraße 12, 5700 Zell am See, 5751, Austria
City: Zell am See
Dishes: 12
Reviews: 138
Website: http://www.mayers-restaurant.at
"Schloß Prielau / Restaurant Mayer are a charming combination of unexpected quality. Coming late in an autumn week I was possibly the only hotel guest and certainly the only diner. Despite the fact that the hosts could have suggested I eat elsewhere, I was made most welcome in a restaurant with a modern ambience but a touch of Austrian gemütlichkeit as well. The service left nothing to be desired; “höflich und freundlich” in the best top-end Austrian tradition. I was rather ambitious and took a six course degustation menu. Each course bought together innovative combinations of interesting tastes and textures with impeccable presentation. The host also matched local wines (and in conclusion Schnaps) to perfectly match the meal. I have “suffered” culinary innovation in the past, from Chef’s whose ambitions to bring together novel combinations of ingredients is not matched by their ability to deliver well balanced experiences. Nothing could have been further from the case with this meal, with each of the items being thoughtfully architected to surprise and delight. One example was foie-gras gently fried, as traditional paste and as an ice cream with some – all with different flavour nuances and texture; and some cocoa/chocolate as one of a number of a delicate garnishes. Sounds awful perhaps – tasted divine!I can honestly say that this was by far the best dining experience I have had in Austria, since my first visit 40 years ago; and I have had some fantastic ones!Höchst imponiert mit dieser schöne Überrashung; mit vielen Dank an der Service- und Küchepersonal sowie natürlich auch der Chef!p.s the Hotel is terrific too; a wonderful getaway spot (though you might need to sleep in a bit the morning after the degustation menu…)"
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