Restaurant Altes Pfarrhaus

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Restaurant Altes Pfarrhaus in Pforzheim: Historic German Cooking

The kitchen behind the timber frame

Restaurant Altes Pfarrhaus in Pforzheim anchors its German cooking in a four-hundred-year-old timber-framed house near the St Martin church. Sven Niederbremer steers the kitchen, balancing traditional Hausmannskost with carefully structured tasting menus that sometimes reach five courses. This steady approach earned the venue two and a half spoons in the Schlemmer Atlas 2026 guide. Guests can expect dishes built from local produce rather than fleeting trends.

Signature plates and seasonal shifts

The menu highlights Pfarrhaus Pfännle as a house specialty, pairing pork medallions with a light cream sauce and handmade spätzle. Other reliable orders include slow braised beef rolls and roasted meat cuts that reflect the broader German kitchen. The kitchen rotates dedicated weeks for spring asparagus, autumn chanterelles, and winter game to keep the offerings grounded. A simple dessert of vanilla ice cream served with warm raspberries and fresh cream closes the meal.

Wooden beams and the Kastanienhof terrace

Diners move between interiors defined by exposed ceiling beams, crystal chandeliers, and walls covered in striped wallpaper. The adjacent beer garden opens onto the Kastanienhof courtyard, where stone sculptures and potted orchids soften the historic stonework. Natural light fills the space during midday service, while evening seating leans toward a quieter tone. The layout comfortably hosts both solo visitors and groups planning private celebrations.