Gourmet gloss on Lake Chiemsee: June conquers the Michelin stars!

Traunstein erhält mit dem neuen Michelin-Stern-Restaurant „June“ von Rico Birndt einen kulinarischen Höhepunkt am Chiemsee.
With the new Michelin star restaurant "June" by Rico Birndt, Traunstein receives a culinary highlight on Lake Chiemsee. (Symbolbild/MW)

Gourmet gloss on Lake Chiemsee: June conquers the Michelin stars!

Übersee, Deutschland - The Chiemgau has increasingly established itself as a true gourmet oasis in recent years, and now the new "June" restaurant is set oversee. On July 17, 2025, the locally rooted house under the direction of the renowned chef Rico Birndt opened its doors. At the Michelin Gala in Frankfurt/Main, "June" has already been awarded a Michelin star for extraordinary cuisine, and that's not all-it also received a green star for its sustainable concept. The Chiemsee region is now home to a total of six excellent restaurants that shine with Michelin stars.

Rico Birndt, who designed the restaurant himself, attaches great importance to regional products and creative preparation. Almost all ingredients come from the surrounding area, and Birndt produces many components. He emphasizes that he would keep the prices moderately and do not want to plan price increases due to the Michelin star. An eight-course menu is 82 euros and for a twelve gear menu it is 112 euros. Wasserburg24, that Birndt has recently started a new section of life privately. Since he married five weeks ago and is now a new father of twins, who saw the light of day after the opening.

a special concept

The name "June" was chosen to make it clear that there is no schnitzel in the restaurant and because June is of great importance for Birndt. "June" stands not only for the gastronomic experience itself, but also for the philosophy of the cook, which focuses on creativity and regionality. The award with the Michelin star is a confirmation of the hard work and passion that was put into this concept.

The Chiemsee region has taken another step towards a high-quality gastronomic offer through these developments. With the "June", a new chapter is now being opened, which may move even more visitors to the region. Chiemgau24 complemented in the area "ES: EEZ" was awarded three stars in Grassau and have received other restaurants such as the residence Heinz Winkler and the Wachter foodbar.

Overall, the development in Chiemgau shows an exciting and promising tendency. It remains to be seen how the gastronomic landscape will develop through initiatives such as the "June" restaurant and whether further culinary highlights will soon follow. If you are interested in the topic, you will find more information in leaders such as Kochfreunde .

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