The Most Honest Cafe in Reno: Franz's Backstube Austrian Cafe
One word to describe my experience at Franz's Backstube Bakeshop: Authentic.
Authentic to the flavors of Austria and those European countries that share the Austrian's taste for fine pastries. " We even want the pictures on the wall to be authentic to Austria", said Nina Hauser to one of the many magazines that featured the cafe.
Franz's has had a colorful and extensive experience with his craft. He advanced his skills in pastry by attending the Richmond Institute in Switzerland before becoming the pastry chef at the Beverly Hills Hotel in 1974. He later joined Caesar's Palace
in Las Vegas and then the MGM Grand, now the Grand Sierra Summit.
One of the popular dishes they offer is the Goulash (what's a Goulash?)
It's a recipe given to Franz Hauser by a Hungarian friend. "It's made in a large stem kettle," Nina Hauser said. " It simmers forever. People in the shops around us know when we're making it because of the aroma."
The goulash is served with a French roll and portions come in a cup or a bowl. You also can choose a chicken salad or tuna salad or quiche. While you lunch , you can eye the pastry case in anticipation of dessert.
Which brings me to my next point. The Fruit Tart: to try to exlpain it in words would be a crime.
Inside the cafe the interior is friendly, cozy & cheerful. Austrian designs line the walls. Beside the pastry display a rotating glass tray holds some of the other cakes and the rack at the front is full of house-baked breads.
If you do decide on coming and need some company. You know who to call. I'll be more than happy to accompany you (if you buy me at least 2 fruits tarts)
Where: 3882 Mayberry Dr
Reno NV 89509
(775) 624-2921
Google Maps: From where you are - Backstube
Additional Resources: Reno News & Review Article on Backstube
Very nice. I wish I could leave a more descriptive comment but you'd have to buy me at least two fruit tarts. ;) Nice work bro. Congrats on the job!! :)
Posted by: Franco Roco | October 11, 2007 at 08:33 PM
Franco,
That was a good one=) ha!
Posted by: Ian | October 12, 2007 at 03:58 PM
Get there EARLY or you will never get your hands on one of their divine Almond Croissants. After the last time I went in only to find no croissants AGAIN, they told me to call and reserve one (they hold it until you get there). I called at 10 am today - TOO LATE! CALL EARLY!
Posted by: Rebecca | May 08, 2008 at 10:02 AM
Rebecca,
Thanks for the tip and for the warning.
I haven't ordered that yet(almond croissants).
Looking forward to trying it.
Posted by: Ian Mariano | May 10, 2008 at 10:59 AM