Bobby Brauer is one of Germany’s most accomplished chefs, who led the two-Michelin-star EssZimmer by Kafer in Munich’s BMW Welt for over a decade. A Munich native who trained under Eckart Witzigmann, he has earned stars at leading restaurants across Germany and Austria with a refined French cuisine.
Named Chef of the Year and admired for his sincerity and craftsmanship, Brauer built EssZimmer into one of Munich’s finest tables before moving on to new projects.
TL;DR
- German chef, born in Munich
- Led the EssZimmer by Kafer in BMW Welt
- Two Michelin stars at EssZimmer (2013, 2014)
- Trained under Eckart Witzigmann
- Named Chef of the Year 2016
Bobby Brauer key facts
| Nationality | German |
| Known for | EssZimmer by Kafer, BMW Welt, Munich (2 Michelin stars) |
| First star | 2013 |
| Second star | 2014 |
| Cuisine | French with Mediterranean and regional influences |
A Munich talent
Bobby Brauer was born in Munich and learned his craft under star chefs including the legendary Eckart Witzigmann. Before Munich he earned stars at the Konigshof in Munich, the Victorian in Dusseldorf and the Quadriga at the Hotel Brandenburger Hof in Berlin, and was named Chef of the Year by Gault Millau Austria for his work at Petit Tirolia in Kitzbuhel.
EssZimmer
Brauer took over the EssZimmer by Kafer, the gourmet restaurant in Munich’s BMW Welt, in 2012. Within just eight months he and his team earned a Michelin star in 2013, and a second the following year – a remarkably rapid ascent for a new restaurant.
A decade at the top
Brauer led the EssZimmer for twelve successful years, holding its two stars and 18 Gault Millau points, before leaving at the end of 2024 to pursue new projects. In 2016 he was named Chef of the Year by the Grosse Restaurant und Hotel Guide.
Signature style
Brauer cooks French cuisine with Mediterranean and regional influences, emphasising sincerity and authenticity in his choice of products. His food is refined, precise and generous, the work of a chef with deep classical grounding and a strong sense of craft.
Bobby Brauer in context
Brauer is one of Germany’s leading chefs featured on Pickup Table 4, alongside German star chefs such as Christoph Ruffer and Tristan Brandt.
Follow Bobby Brauer
EssZimmer by Kafer – official site
Bobby Brauer FAQ
Who is Bobby Brauer?
A German chef who led the two-star EssZimmer in Munich’s BMW Welt.
How many Michelin stars did EssZimmer have?
Two, earned in 2013 and 2014.
Who did he train under?
Eckart Witzigmann, among others.
What is his style?
French cuisine with Mediterranean and regional influences.
What award did he win in 2016?
Chef of the Year.
