Culinary Delights
Sonnenhof Gourmet Hotel & à la carte Restaurant ESSBAR
Our dedication to using local, seasonal ingredients is our secret. Savour exceptional culinary creations that will delight your taste buds.
Michael Huber
Host and chef Michael Huber and his team prepare modern, natural dishes using seasonal and regional produce. Expect a variety of generous and delicious starters, crispy delicacies from the wood-fired oven, carefully composed multi-course menus, homemade sweet surprises and a wine selection that embodies the landscapes, grace and passion of the Austrian way of life. Do you have any food intolerances (lactose, gluten), allergies or diabetes? We prepare all dishes with care and will consider your needs. Please inform us of any intolerances or allergies at the time of booking.
Breakfast Buffet
- A variety of bread, rolls and pastries
- Tirolean cheese, bacon and cold cuts
- Freshly prepared egg dishes
- Healthy choices, fruits & vegetables
- Homemade cereals & jams
- Selection of honeys
- Sweet delicacies & daily specials
- Tea and juice bar, a variety of coffees
- Joghurt & milk from local farms
Gourmet Dinner
- Delicious starters and salads from the help-yourself buffet
- Clear or cream soup served
- Choice of 4 main courses – typical Austrian, Mediterranean or international (meat, fish & vegetarian choices)
- Regional delicacies and theme dinners
- Desserts, ice creams & sorbets, selection of fine cheeses
- Extra “My menu” paired with Austrian wines, beers & mineral waters (beverages are not included in the menu).
ESSBAR Upgrades
Our à la carte restaurant, ESSBAR, is renowned in the region and beyond for its top quality steaks. It has been awarded 2 forks by the Falstaff Restaurant Guide for several years. To enjoy ESSBAR dishes as a Sonnenhof guest, we offer the following UPGRADES to your half board arrangement:
Option 1 – between Wednesday and Saturday
You enjoy dinner at your assigned table and choose from our ESSBAR à la carte menu in place of our half board meal. If you opt out of the half board meal, we will credit €20 per person to your room/hotel bill. Please contact our reception team.
Option 2 – daily available
You enjoy our half board menu of the day at your assigned table and exchange the main course at an extra charge for beef fillet, entrecôte, rib-eye, or Churrasco steak. Please book in advance in the morning.