Gatto Nero - Birreria Forst
A historic gem in Merano, offering a unique ambiance, traditional South Tyrolean cuisine, and excellent Forst beers.
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Gatto Nero - Birreria Forst
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A historic gem in Merano, offering a unique ambiance, traditional South Tyrolean cuisine, and excellent Forst beers.
"Superb food and reasonable prices in a beautiful, historical pub with friendly service."
Visit during off-peak hours
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during less busy times.
Check recent reviews
If you have strict food standards, it's wise to review recent feedback before your visit.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
South Tyrolean / Austrian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+39 391 376 6900
Address
Via delle Corse, 12, 39012 Merano BZ, Italy
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Historic Building & Ambiance
Step into a unique, historical building with old-world charm both inside and out. Enjoy pleasant ambience and friendly service.
Hearty Traditional Cuisine
Savor superb traditional dishes like spare ribs and Wiener Schnitzel, complemented by an excellent beer selection.
Excellent Beer Selection
Enjoy a wide selection of beers, including the praised Heller Bock, a guarantee for beer lovers.
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Visit during off-peak hours
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during less busy times.
Check recent reviews
If you have strict food standards, it's wise to review recent feedback before your visit.
Try authentic Sudtirol dishes
Explore the traditional South Tyrolean dishes for an authentic culinary journey.
Be patient with service
Service can be slow at times; ordering drinks and food may take a while.
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Visit during off-peak hours
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during less busy times.
Check recent reviews
If you have strict food standards, it's wise to review recent feedback before your visit.
Try authentic Sudtirol dishes
Explore the traditional South Tyrolean dishes for an authentic culinary journey.
Be patient with service
Service can be slow at times; ordering drinks and food may take a while.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Gatto Nero - Birreria Forst is praised for its unique historical ambiance and friendly service, offering superb traditional food and excellent beer. However, some diners have experienced long wait times and inconsistent food quality, with occasional dishes being over-salted or dry.
"Delicious food in a nice atmosphere.
The place is clean and the service is excellent."
Kenneth Muscat
"Nice place for the looks, we waited quite long for some average food. Beer was good and people seated next to us made the waiting and evening enjoyable."
Andrea Colosio
"We got here to the schwarze Katz by chance. A very historical, old building. It is really a unique building from outside as well as from the inside and Interieur. We had a break here to drink something cold and chill. We will definetly come here again to spent longer time and eat something more and traditional."
Mehv Cla
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's known for its unique historical building, pleasant ambiance, traditional South Tyrolean food, and excellent Forst beer selection.
While some reviews mention arriving without reservations, it's advisable to check if reservations are accepted or recommended, especially during peak times.
Many diners find the food superb and traditional, though some recent reviews mention inconsistencies in quality.
The restaurant boasts a beautiful, historical building with an old-world charm, creating a pleasant and unique ambiance.
Spare ribs, Wiener schnitzel, and Knödel are frequently mentioned as popular and traditional choices.
Generally, the service is described as friendly, with wonderful owners and attentive staff, although some have noted long wait times.
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Historic center of Merano • VisitMerano
In the shadow of the Kurhaus, one walks here along a wide corso, where stores such as the well-known Pur Südtirol, the traditional cigar dealer Garber, but also popular restaurants such as the Forst Restaurant or the Sigmund am Vinschger Gate.
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