Restaurants

  • Sarah Kocht

    Sarah Kocht

    Egg

    For our latest date night we headed a little further afield into Bregenzerwald. We’d driven past Sarah Kocht in the new Posthouse building a few times, and I always thought it looked lovely — but we needed a child‑free evening to finally try it. When the chance came, it was absolutely worth the wait.

    First Impressions

    We parked in the underground garage beneath the Posthouse, and I was already taking photos before we even reached the restaurant. The building has a stunning staircase that spirals around the inside, and once inside the actual restaurant, the design only gets better.

    Concrete walls, modern lighting, and different seating areas each with their own atmosphere — it’s stylish without feeling cold. There are plenty of tables, but I’d still recommend booking, especially on weekends. You can sit at the bar for a drink, and then this wraps around to the open kitchen, where you can watch the team preparing every dish. It reminded me a lot of the restaurant design you see in Sydney: modern, open, yet relaxed and welcoming.

    Seasonal, Elegant Food

    The menu focuses on seasonal produce and familiar dishes, each with a little twist. I had a sous‑vide chicken breast with herb risotto and a fresh salsa — simple, comforting, and really well cooked. They also serve their creamy butter chicken, homemade pasta, and fish dishes.

    The concept centres around simple, well‑cooked dishes with thoughtful, creative touches and really lovely presentation. Everything we tried was nicely balanced — the roasted tomato soup was light, the salad had a bit of crunch from seeds and nuts, and the portions were just right. You get dishes that feel that little bit special, at prices that feel fair for what you’re getting.

    Dessert Highlights

    Since it was our first child‑free evening in a while, we went all in and ordered dessert — and they truly saved the best for last.

    I had a lemon blondie with popcorn, popcorn‑caramel ice cream, and the most delicious cream sauce. It was incredible. I definitely didn’t have space for it, but it was so good that I finished it anyway.

    The Story Behind the Details

    Following our visit Sarah took the time to provide me with more background on how the restaurant was brought to life, and it made our visit feel even more special. Sarah grew up in Egg, and her mother’s family is from here as well, so opening a restaurant in the village simply felt like the perfect fit. The concept didn’t just appear overnight — it grew from her long‑held dream of opening her own place, and was shaped over time, incorporating many small personal details that make the experience feel so thoughtful and intentional. Every detail has a story: the symbols on the menu come from an old lace‑making pattern from her grandfather’s former factory, the poems are written by her grandmother, and the whole visual identity was shaped through thoughtful storytelling. Even more touching is how involved her entire family is — from her father baking the bread to her sister running social media and her cousin cooking beside her. All these small, personal elements come together to create the atmosphere you feel the moment you walk in: a restaurant built not just with skill, but with history, intention, and heart.

    This is a place I’ll happily recommend to anyone — even if you’re not close by, it’s worth the drive.

    Website: https://www.sarah-kocht.at/

    Address: im Posthus, Loco 597, 6863 Egg

  • Culinary Gems Just Across the Border

    Culinary Gems Just Across the Border

    If you are happy to travel just a little bit — just a hop, skip, and jump across the border — you’ll find some wonderful culinary gems waiting for you.

    Schmidt am Bodensee

    Photo credit @ Schmidt am Bodensee

    Wasserburg

    This beautiful winery has it all, amazing views, wine and food. Even my husband, a pure beer drinker, drank their house wine on our entire visit. The winery is situated on top of a hill and so the views out over the lake are fantastic. We went for the wine, but had the best meal, with their menu filled with fresh, local, seasonal dishes. We rode our bikes here the first time, but then realised that we couldn’t get a case of their wine home again, and so drove back a few days later to stock up.

    Photo credit @ Hopfengut

    Hopfengut No. 20

    Tettnang

    If you are more of a beer drinker, then head over to Hopfengut. This brewery is also a restaurant (kid friendly), a museum and a popular wedding venue. It location is stunning, and the food exceeded all of out expectations. My husband even stated that it is one of the best schnitzels he has eaten. Their menus offer something for everyone, and the quality of the ingredients that they used was obvious straight away. They offer numerous events throughout the year, including family tours, so this really is not just for the beer drinkers in the family.

    Photo credit @ Max&Moritz

    Max & Moritz Brauerei

    Kressbronn

    Another brewery, but another definite hit with the entire family. This place is huge (but I would still recommend booking a table) and again offers stunning views out to the lake. The children are the really spoilt ones here, with a great playground, and indoor play area, but in summer they bring out a huge inflatable that both young and old kids will spend the entire time on, leaving you to enjov a good meal in peace. They also host various events, and offer brewing courses.

    Carderie by Pierre

    Wangen

    Since the Landesgartenschau in 2024, Wangen has undergone huge developments. This newly opened café in the Spinnerei is one of the standout additions, offering a fantastic space for all occasions. Their food menu — especially breakfast — is excellent, and their selection of cakes is truly mouthwatering. It’s the perfect spot to catch up with friends over a coffee, but also a great meeting place for families. Their playroom is the kind of space both children and parents dream of. Despite being family‑friendly, the café never feels overrun. The space is large enough for those without kids to find a quiet corner, or you can sit outside on the terrace and enjoy a peaceful moment.

    https://www.schmidt-am-bodensee.de/weingut/das-gut
  • Café Bardeli

    Café Bardeli

    Hohenems

    “What is worth serving is worth doing right.” That’s the philosophy at Café Bardeli, and in my opinion, they are doing it exceptionally well.

    I’ve now visited this beautiful, cosy café twice—once for brunch with my family and once for lunch with a friend. On both occasions, the food, service and atmosphere were outstanding, making it somewhere I know I’ll be returning to again and again.

    A warm welcome

    Our first visit was for Saturday brunch with our two daughters. We’d booked a table but, surprisingly, arrived a little early (quite an achievement for a family with young children!). As we approached the café, my youngest suddenly announced she urgently needed the toilet—a far more familiar moment.

    I explained that we were early and would have to wait, but Aina, who was setting up outside, overheard us and immediately welcomed us in. She insisted it was no problem at all and encouraged us to make ourselves comfortable. It was such a simple gesture, but it instantly made us feel at home.

    Having noticed us speaking both English and German with the girls, Aina kindly asked which language we would prefer, and we ended up chatting with her about the café and its story. Together with Morne, who leads the kitchen, they’ve created a place that feels genuinely warm and welcoming.

    One thing that really stood out was how accommodating they were for families. They happily offered to prepare something different for our daughters if the brunch menu wasn’t suitable. In the end, our youngest enjoyed a simple plate of freshly cooked eggs, while our eldest had no trouble polishing off the brioche French toast!

    As for me, I chose the Eggs Florentine—something I hadn’t eaten since moving to Vorarlberg—and it was every bit as good as I’d hoped. The soft brioche, perfectly poached eggs, creamy hollandaise and fresh vegetables made for an absolutely delicious breakfast.

    Back for lunch

    After our first visit, I started following Café Bardeli on Instagram, and every day their lunch specials seemed to tempt me a little more. Eventually, when I had the chance to meet a friend for lunch, there was only one place I wanted to go.

    It was a beautiful sunny day, so we sat outside and enjoyed watching the world go by. The lunch menu is inspired by the slow food philosophy, with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. You’ll find colourful bowls, and vibrant salads, with options to add chicken, falafel or halloumi, as well as flavoursome curries and lots more (follow them on Instagram for their actual lunch menu, as it changes often).

    We both chose one of their summer bowls, filled with grains, crisp seasonal salad, fresh vegetables and a mouth-watering salsa, accompanied by a glass of wine. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and it was clear that quality ingredients are at the heart of every dish.

    Their homemade buns and focaccia also looked delicious, and I already know what I’ll be ordering on my next visit.

    The menu changes regularly according to the season,—although it does leave me wishing I lived a little closer, because I’d happily become a daily visitor.

    To finish, we enjoyed one last coffee, although we simply couldn’t find room for one of their homemade cakes.

    Café Bardeli is one of those places where you instantly feel welcome. The atmosphere is relaxed, the service is genuinely friendly, and the food is thoughtfully prepared using excellent seasonal ingredients. It’s the kind of café where time seems to slow down, encouraging you to stay just a little longer over another coffee, another conversation… or perhaps another plate of delicious food.

    If you’re looking for somewhere that combines outstanding food with genuine hospitality, Café Bardeli is well worth a visit.

    Website: https://cafebardeli.at/en/

    Address: Marktstraße 40, 6845 Hohenems

  • My Favourite Pizzerias

    My Favourite Pizzerias

    It’s finally the weekend, you’ve worked hard all week, cooked every night, and worked out everyday (no?), never mind, tonight it’s time for takeaway… but where?

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  • The best steaks in Vorarlberg

    The best steaks in Vorarlberg

    You cannot beat a a beautifully cooked steak, and when someone else has cooked it it’s even better. So where should you go in Vorarlberg to make sure you get to enjoy this iconic meal cooked exactly the way you like it. Here are my favourites in the area.

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  • Hoakligs

    Hoakligs

    Hoakligs actually translates to fussy, but with their food, even the fussiest of eaters will be wolfing down their street food with not even so much as a mumble.  Starting out as a food truck travelling the length and breath of the country, Hoakligs now also have a permanent restaurant in Gotzis called Touché, where you can enjoy their trendy street food concepts in food hall style dining (Update: Their Götzis restaurant has since closed, but you can still enjoy their delicious food from their food truck and food bike). (more…)