Prezioso
Merano, Italy
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Once you leave Merano, you follow a road through the woods for about 5km to reach Castel Fragsburg, a small, fairytale-like residence with an elegant feel and guestrooms decorated in the traditional style of the southern Tyrol. At the gourmet Prezioso restaurant, in fine weather lucky diners can choose to sit on one of the most spectacular terraces in Italy, perched high above the valley. In the kitchen, chef Egon Heiss demonstrates his culinary talent on a single tasting menu of creative dishes which are made mostly from local mountain ingredients, sourced from the restaurant’s own kitchen garden and other producers from the nearby mountain valleys. The menu nearly always features char and trout, as well as wild game and top-quality meat – the Val di Funes lamb served in two courses (the first as a pink fillet served with its own jus and confit tomatoes, the second a mouthwatering shoulder of lamb with aromatic herbs served with parsley polenta) is truly delicious.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Spectacular Terrace Location: Prezioso is uniquely situated on one of the most spectacular terraces in Italy, perched high above the valley, offering diners breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the imposing Texel Group mountains.
Single Seasonal Tasting Menu from Own Kitchen Garden: The restaurant offers a single, creative tasting menu that changes with the seasons, focusing heavily on local mountain ingredients sourced from its own kitchen garden and nearby valleys. This emphasis on hyper-local, seasonal produce is a distinctive feature of Prezioso's culinary approach.
Fusion of Alpine and Mediterranean Culinary Philosophy: Prezioso's cuisine is characterized by a unique fusion of Alpine down-to-earthness and Mediterranean opulence, blending local South Tyrolean traditions with Mediterranean sensuality to create an award-winning gourmet experience.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
["Foie Gras","Matsutake Mushroom","Venison"]
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- Prezioso (8 courses): €250
- Merano (9 courses): €320
- Chef's Table (12 courses, wine pairing): €450
A La Carte
- Risotto alla Tartufata: €45
- Blue Lobster: €95
- Wagyu Beef: €65
Wine List
- Prezioso Merlot: €60 per bottle
- Merano Pinot Grigio: €40 per glass