Restaurant Pfaff

Restaurant Pfaff serves the kind of traditional Black Forest cooking that locals have been perfecting for generations. You'll find hearty game dishes like wild boar and venison alongside regional specialties such as fresh trout from local streams and proper Swabian spätzle. The restaurant occupies a traditional half-timbered building on Triberg's main street, with wood-paneled dining rooms that feel authentically rustic without being touristy.

The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between cozy and refined. Dark wooden beams frame intimate dining spaces where you'll hear a mix of local dialect and tourist chatter. Service follows the old-school German tradition: efficient, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely proud of what they're serving. The portions are generous in true Black Forest style, and the wine list focuses on Baden regional bottles that pair beautifully with the rich, sauce-heavy dishes.

Most visitors order safely but miss the seasonal game menu, which is where this kitchen really shines. Skip the schnitzel (it's fine but unremarkable) and go for whatever wild meat they're featuring. Main courses run 16-24 EUR, which is fair for the quality and portion sizes. The restaurant fills up with tour groups around 1 PM, so book for early evening if you want a quieter experience with better service attention.