Kaspar Hauser feels as if someone had crossed a living room, an artists' hangout, a country…read morekitchen, and a slightly chaotic treasure trove--and in the process accidentally created one of the coziest restaurants in town.
The atmosphere is hard to describe. Officially, it's probably called "individually decorated." Unofficially, it looks as though every piece of furniture has its own biography and at least three good stories to tell. Nothing seems polished, nothing tries to be polished. Instead, everything is pleasantly quirky, authentic, and surprisingly cozy.
The menu features vegetarian dishes, meat, fish, and all sorts of surprises. Everything is regional, much of it homemade, and clearly cooked by people who don't view taste as a mere suggestion.
The culinary range is particularly fascinating. You start mentally in Franconia, take a little detour to the Orient, and may end up with the legendary vegetable lasagna, which regulars talk about much like historians discuss significant events.
The service is friendly, relaxed, and makes you feel welcome, whether it's your first visit or you've been sitting at the same table for twenty years.
Kaspar Hauser isn't a restaurant that tries to impress. It's a restaurant that simply is itself. And that's exactly why it's so impressive.
Those looking for polished, elegant perfection might be taken aback. Those seeking good food, character, and an atmosphere you can't order from a chain store will wonder why all restaurants aren't like this.
