Speiseberg

You will need to factor in plenty of time, but a meal here in the restaurant of the traditional Bergschenke – a Halle institution – is a real experience! Previously sous-chef at Speiseberg, Christoph Baumgartner has taken the helm in the kitchen and is gradually putting his own unique stamp on the menu. A single eight-course set menu is served, showcasing unique dishes made with the finest ingredients. The serving of the set menu begins at 7.15pm for all guests (max. 12 people per evening), in the modern, rather minimalist interior of this restaurant that enjoys a fabulous location overlooking the Saale River. The friendly and professional front-of-house team talk you through the dishes in detail. In fine weather, you can enjoy your aperitif outside and take in stunning views of Giebichenstein Castle. You can get to Bergschenke via the steps or take the road leading up from behind the premises.

Signature Ingredients

• Lammkarree (Rack of lamb): Tender, high-quality lamb rib roast that forms the centerpiece of Speiseberg's signature dish. It is prepared with a Kräuterkruste (herb crust) that enhances aroma and adds a crisp, flavorful exterior, and is traditionally served with saisonalem Gemüse (seasonal vegetables) to highlight seasonality and refined balance.
• Kräuterkruste (Herb crust): A fragrant layer of garden herbs and aromatics that envelops the lamb, imparting herbal notes, depth, and a delicate crisp texture that distinguishes the dish and underscores the restaurant's emphasis on aromatic finesse.
• Saisonales Gemüse (Seasonal vegetables): Fresh, carefully chosen vegetables that accompany the lamb, showcasing the menu’s focus on seasonal produce and providing bright, complementary flavors and textures to complete the dish.

Tasting Menu

• 8-GANG-MENÜ (NOVEMBER 2024): 165,00 €

  1. KÜRBIS/ PAPRIKA / PETERSILIE
  2. AAL AUBERGINE / BASILIKUM
  3. ONSEN EI/ BLUMENKOHL / BROMBEERE
  4. KOHLRABI BIRNE / WALNUSS
  5. SCHWERTFISCH/ BOHNE / KORNELKIRSCHE
  6. LAMM/ HONIG / KAROTTE
  7. SCHILCHER STURM LEBKUCHEN
  8. MARONE/ GOLDKIWI / KAFFEE

• Alternative zum 8. Gang: KÄSEVARIATION/ BIOTOPIA – BIO – FEINKOSTGESCHÄFT HALLE