Growing up in the Bavarian town of Viechtach Maître Rôtisseur Anton Schmaus discovered his passion for gastronomy early on. Born into a family of restaurateurs, Anton learned the art of hospitality from a young age.

He honed his discipline at the Benedictine boarding school in Metten. Chef training completed Anton set out to explore the world with career-defining stops in Lugano, Stockholm and New York. Stockholm: he fell in love with Scandinavian simplicity and the reverence for ingredients. New York: a cosmopolitan mindset and an appreciation for the restaurant as a total work of art.

Although international opportunities were open to him, Anton returned to Regensburg. In 2014, he opened “Storstad” (Ed: Swedish for “big city”) in the historic Goliath House. Here, Anton brought together his high-end culinary experience and his grounded Bavarian roots.

Storstad stands for a modern, relaxed style of cuisine that merges creativity with top-tier quality. Shortly after opening, the restaurant was awarded a Michelin star and has received numerous accolades since, including three red toques from Gault Millau (2025). A testament to his excellent management team: Head Chefs Anton Schmaus, Josef Weig; Restaurant Manager Veronika Lanz and Sommelier: Simone Eberhard.

The concept of Storstad reflects Anton’s vision: a blend of Scandinavian design, urban flair, and regional grounding. The light-flooded space on the 5th floor of Goliath House offers a breathtaking view of Regensburg Cathedral. Minimalist natural materials, clean lines, and a modern ambiance create a relaxed atmosphere that deliberately avoids stiffness.

Culinarily, Anton focuses on a creative mix of classic French craftsmanship and Asian influences. High-quality, seasonal and often regional ingredients form the foundation of his menus. These include three to four courses at lunchtime and five or seven courses in the evening. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. Sample dishes like Bresse chicken with Périgord truffle or ravioli with 30-months-aged Parmesan and Alba truffle reflect his dedication to quality and simplicity.

In addition to running his restaurants, Anton is also Chef for the German national football team, where he provides players with balanced meals. In his private life, he finds peace with his family in Regensburg. A place which, despite its quaint size, Anton sees as full of creativity and dynamism - a little piece of the big city, in its own way.

Karin Deissner
Chargée de Presse

Restaurant Storstad
Watmarkt 5
93047 Regensburg

Web: storstad.de
Tel: +49 941 59993000