Schanz Restaurant received a 3 Michelin star rating in 2022.  Chef Thomas Schanz opened his restaurant next to the hotel owned by his parents in 2011.  He received his first star in one year and the second in 2015.  Chef Schanz previously worked in other 3-star restaurants before opening his place in this small town.  Piesport was a picturesque little town in the Mosel area, where his parents have been winemakers for years.    It is an ideal setup to have the attached hotel where you can walk inside to the restaurant and stay in a modern, comfortable room.  His father checked us in and his mother greeted guests at the restaurant – a real family operation.  Breakfast was included with the room.    The French-inspired menu is available in a 4 – 6 course tastings or a la carte.  The small room was well lit with faint music in the background.  A variety of tables filled the room, some with booth seating, which had one wall made up of windows to the outside.  At one point they offered outdoor seating but humidity had brought everyone inside.  The well-spaced tables were on a dark wood floor with minimal art and decorations.  It was very comfortable and I highly recommend it as a place to try and visit.  Chef Schanz was in the kitchen but came out toward the end of service to meet his guests as they departed.  The entire meal was 4.5 – 5 hours, so get a room if you can. Continue reading →