Two Michelin-starred restaurant in Konstanz on Lake Constance. Young chef creates innovative cuisine with seasonal ingredients, artistic plating, and lake views. Rising star in German fine dining scene.
Ophelia at Seestraße 25 in Konstanz on Lake Constance (Bodensee) is a two Michelin-starred restaurant that has established itself as one of southern Germany's most impressive fine dining addresses. The restaurant overlooks the lake in a city that sits at the southwestern corner of Germany, close to the Swiss and Austrian borders. Lake Constance produces exceptional freshwater fish — perch, pikeperch, and whitefish — and Ophelia's kitchen treats these local ingredients with the attention and technique they deserve. Chef Oliver Roth's cuisine is modern European in orientation but deeply rooted in the ecology of the surrounding lake and Alpine foothills: herbs, game, seasonal vegetables, and dairy from the Baden-Württemberg region feature throughout. The dining room has an intimate scale and a contemporary design that opens toward the lake. The wine list features outstanding German and Austrian selections alongside the expected French classics, with particular strength in wines from the Baden and Alsace regions directly neighbouring Konstanz. Reservations should be made several weeks to months ahead. The restaurant's Konstanz location, relatively underserved by international food media, makes it a discovery for visitors exploring the Bodensee.
Signature dishes
- Lake Constance fish — $52
- Tasting menu — $245
Good to know
- Hours
- Tue-Sat 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Reservations
- Required
Location
Seestraße 25, 78464 Konstanz
47.6625, 9.1754 View on map
Highlights
- Two Michelin stars on Lake Constance — southern Germany's standout fine dining discovery
- Lake-view dining room in Konstanz with contemporary design and intimate scale
- Local Bodensee fish — perch, pikeperch, whitefish — treated with exceptional technique
- Regional wine programme with excellent Baden, Alsace, and Austrian selections
- Located at the meeting point of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria — a rare culinary position
Tips for visiting
- Book two to three months ahead for weekend dinner — the restaurant is small and fills well in advance
- Request a lake-view table when making the reservation — the outlook over the Bodensee enhances the meal significantly
- The local fish courses are the kitchen's strongest moment — choose the tasting menu to experience them in full
- Combine a visit with Konstanz's old city, the cathedral, and a boat trip on the Bodensee
Accessibility
The restaurant is on the ground floor of its building on Seestraße with access from street level. Contact the restaurant ahead of the visit to confirm specific wheelchair access arrangements and preferred seating positions.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Konstanz and how do I get there?
Konstanz is at the southwestern tip of Lake Constance in Baden-Württemberg, approximately 90 minutes from Stuttgart by car or train. It borders Switzerland directly and is close to the Swiss city of Schaffhausen.
How many Michelin stars does Ophelia hold?
Two Michelin stars. The restaurant is relatively recent in its rise to Michelin recognition and represents a genuine discovery for visitors exploring outside Germany's major cities.
What type of cuisine is served?
Modern European fine dining with a strong focus on local Lake Constance ingredients — particularly freshwater fish — and seasonal produce from the Baden-Württemberg and Alpine regions.
Is there an à la carte menu?
Dinner at Ophelia is primarily tasting menu format. An à la carte option may be available at lunch — check the current format when booking, as it is subject to change.