My Favorite ” Törggelen ” Restaurants Around Innsbruck

Fall is such a beautiful, colorful season—with traditions that are just as beautiful and colorful. One of my favorites—because it’s all about good food and wine—is the “ Törggelen.” The custom originates from our southern neighbors: From early October through late November, after the harvest, the “Buschen” and “Hofschänken” in South Tyrol open their farmhouse dining rooms and invite guests to enjoy a convivial get-together. Regional specialties such as Schlutzkrapfen, dumplings, cured meat, and homemade sausages with sauerkraut are served, along with sweet doughnuts and roasted chestnuts. And of course, fresh wine is a must!

Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? How lucky that we don’t have to travel all the way to South Tyrol for “ Törggelen ”! There are also great restaurants in and around Innsbruck that serve up delicious “ Törggelen ” menus. I’d like to introduce some of my favorites to you in this post. Traditionally, the “ Törggele ” menu tends to be pretty meat-heavy. It starts with barley soup—classically served with smoked meat—and, as mentioned earlier, continues with even more meat! That’s great for my friends and family, since almost all of them are meat-eaters. As a vegetarian, however, it’s especially important to me that there’s also a vegetarian alternative. And that’s exactly what—or even a vegan option—all the restaurants I’m introducing to you below offer.

Blockhaus Restaurant: Törggelen with a Western vibe

Sounds unusual? But it’s a perfect fit! The Blockhaus Restaurant is located on the beautiful grounds of the Michelfeldarena, an equestrian center between Völs and Kematen. The name says it all: The restaurant is a Canadian-style log cabin built from local spruce. All that wood makes it super cozy, and the large windows offer a perfect view of the horses and their stables. There’s also a spacious playground for the little ones. So, one thing is clear: the location is absolutely top-notch! Exactly my taste.

A Törggelefestmahl,place that leaves nothing to be desired

But of course, none of that would matter if the food weren’t just as good. So let’s get this out of the way right away: If you’re planning to dine at the Blockhaus restaurant törggelen in the evening, you’d be best off fasting during the day! The portions are generous, and because everything tastes so delicious, you’ll want to eat it all ratzeputz (= in its entirety) and not leave a single bite behind. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or prefer a classic meat-based meal —there’s something for everyone here, and above all, you’ll leave feeling full! I was thrilled with my creamy porcini mushroom soup, the Schlutzkrapfen, the pumpkin risotto, the chestnut mousse (even though I’m not actually a big fan of chestnuts), and the obligatory Bauernkrapfen. My friends, who had all opted for the meat menu, were also thrilled.

Family-friendly, cozy, delicious

By the way, it wasn’t a problem at all that the kids—for whom the set menu would definitely have been too much—ordered à la carte. All in all, the Blockhaus restaurant is a fantastic spot: family-friendly, cozy, and with really good food! The “Törggele ” set menu is available for groups of four or more—so don’t forget to order in advance. I highly recommend it!

Törggelen With a mountain panorama: the Stöttlalm

The next “ Törggele ” location is no longer an insider tip. Word has definitely gotten around that the food at the Stöttlalm is excellent . Whether it’s for an alpine breakfast, a mountain hut brunch, à la carte dining, or simply a cozy Törggelen: the service is always excellent, the guest is the center of attention, and the food tastes fantastic. And to top it all off, you get an absolutely stunning panoramic view. The Stöttlalm is located on the beautiful Mieming Plateau, surrounded by an impressive mountain backdrop and offering a magnificent view of the Inn Valley. Right next to it is the idyllic Stöttlalmsee! Especially in the fall, when nature is at its most colorful, it’s a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the Tyrolean mountains.

And don’t worry: The Stöttlalm isn’t some remote alpine hut where you have to earn your meal with a long hike. A leisurely stroll from the Sonnenplateau parking lot in Obermieming takes you along signposted trails through the idyllic Mieming Sonnenplateau straight to the alpine hut (also stroller-friendly). As for the menu : In addition to classic Törggele delicacies like Rollgerstl soup, Schlutzkrapfen, G'selchtem, and house-made sausage, there are also vegan alternatives. That way, everyone gets to enjoy themselves during this cozy get-together!

Traditional and regional: the Neurauter Inn in Hatting

You’ll find truly delicious Tyrolean home-style cooking at Gasthof Neurauter in Hatting! Here, the “ Törggelen ” also serves up a hearty spread: The classic Törggele menu begins with all sorts of delicacies—the so-called “Magentratzerln”—such as crackling lard, smoked sausages, Tyrolean bacon, and mountain cheese. Next up is barley soup, Schlutzkrapfen, and a sumptuous “ Törggele” platter featuring various meat specialties and side dishes. For a sweet finish, you can choose between Kaiserschmarrn and Kirchtagskrapfen. And of course, the “ Keschtn ” (chestnuts) are a must! For vegetarians, there’s a special “ Törggele ” menu featuring potato pancakes, spinach dumplings, Graukasnockerln, and Schlutzkrapfen. So there’s something for everyone! By the way, for anyone who places a high value on a protein-rich diet: Google the protein content of Tyrolean Graukäse—just a little tip on the side!

I especially love that the inn isn’t just a family-run business —it also places a strong emphasis on regional ingredients. Many ingredients come from local farmers and businesses, such as eggs, potatoes, and pumpkin from farmer Wennser right here in Hatting. The bread comes from my hometown—specifically from the bakery Schluifer in Oberhofen (they have amazing bread—be sure to stop by if you ever find yourself in Oberhofen!). Another plus: The inn is right next to the Hatting train station. So you can take it easy and travel by train from Innsbruck, leaving your car behind—which is especially convenient when you’re enjoying a “ Törggelen ” with a glass or two of wine!

So, hopefully you’ve now gotten a good idea of where to enjoy some great “ törggelen ” outside of Innsbruck. But of course, you can also do that right here in our beautiful state capital! My colleague Danijel visited Gasthaus Bretterkeller three years ago, and I have to say: It really looks delicious! On Friday, November 13, 2026, the Planötzenhof invites you to a Törggelen celebration. You can look forward to a relaxed fall evening with good food and traditional music: the “Middawoida Schmiss” will keep the mood lively. You can choose between a classic menu and, of course, a vegetarian option. At deck47 by Lake Rossau—or, as we Innsbruckers say, the “Baggersee” —a delicious seven-course Törggelen menu is available through early December . (Don’t forget to make a reservation!)

Information

Blockhaus Restaurant
Michelfeld 8c, 6175 Kematen in Tirol
Website: restaurant-blockhaus.at
Phone: +43 512 302440
Email: [email protected]
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Stöttlalm
Obermieming 141 e, 6414 Mieming
Website: stoettlalm.at
Phone (Reservations): +43 699 15 212 200
Email: [email protected]
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Gasthof Neurauter
Innstraße 1, 6402 Hatting
Website: gasthof-neurauter.at
Phone: +43 5238 88254
Email: [email protected]