MAYER's Restaurant
Zell am See, Austria
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
The location of this restaurant is rather exceptional, housed as it is in beautiful parkland. The building adjoins Schloss Prielau, which was first mentioned in a document dating back to 1425. Anette and Andreas Mayer have been putting their heart and soul into this place for over 20 years. Well-versed in classic culinary tradition, the chef-patron puts a modern and creative spin on top-notch produce, such as organic Tauern veal, which he serves four ways – tender fillet, sweetbreads, osso buco ravioli and braised cheek – with earthy notes of sweet and delicate beetroot and a potato tarte Tatin. Opt for a set menu with fish and meat or a vegetarian/vegan version. In an original touch, your senses are stimulated with house-made aromatic essences at the beginning and end of the meal. In a chic setting, the competent service team is led by your charming hostess, and sommelier Reinhard Walcher is on hand with excellent wine recommendations. You can stay overnight in cosy, comfortable guestrooms and suites. Close by is Lake Zell, with its own private lido.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Use of Organic Tauern Veal Served Four Ways: Chef Andreas Mayer creatively presents organic Tauern veal in four distinct preparations—tender fillet, sweetbreads, osso buco ravioli, and braised cheek—paired with earthy beetroot and potato tarte Tatin, showcasing a modern twist on classic culinary tradition.
House-made Aromatic Essences to Stimulate the Senses: An original and unconventional touch at MAYER's Restaurant is the use of house-made aromatic essences served at the beginning and end of the meal to enhance the sensory dining experience.
Location in Historic Schloss Prielau with Sustainability Focus: The restaurant is uniquely housed in the historic Schloss Prielau, dating back to 1425, and emphasizes sustainability by sourcing most ingredients from the surrounding Pinzgau region and the castle’s own stock, prioritizing organic quality and regional freshness.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred MAYER's Restaurant in Zell am See are:
Organic Tauern veal: This is a key ingredient featured prominently, served in multiple ways such as tender fillet, sweetbreads, osso buco ravioli, and braised cheek. It highlights the restaurant's focus on top-notch, local produce and classic culinary tradition with a modern twist.
Beetroot: Used to complement the veal dishes, beetroot adds earthy, sweet, and delicate notes, enhancing the flavor complexity of signature dishes like the veal with potato tarte Tatin.
Potato tarte Tatin: This ingredient is part of the signature plating with the veal, adding a creative and textural element to the dish.
Regional and organic produce from the Pinzgau region and Schloss Prielau's own stock: The restaurant emphasizes sustainability and freshness by sourcing most ingredients locally, ensuring intense aromas and authentic flavors in their French-inspired gourmet cuisine.
These ingredients are significant because they embody the restaurant's philosophy of combining classic culinary tradition with creative, modern presentations using sustainable, organic, and regional products. The veal, in particular, stands out as a hallmark of the kitchen's expertise and style.