Kaiser Maximilian, operating since 1995, has become a Vallarta tradition for fine European and Austrian dining. The decor and portrait of Emperor Maximilian of Hapsburg, the Austrian archduke who was named emperor of Mexico by Napoleon III in 1864, transports you to the atmosphere of a Viennese café at the end of the 19th century. Dining is available in the air-conditioned dining room, as well as outside on the sidewalk. Owner Andreas Rupprechter, together with a great group of dynamic chefs, has created a menu that merges New and Old World cuisines and features traditional Austrian dishes. Kaiser Maximilian has recently been honored with the Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award (DiRoNA) and has held the 5 Star Diamond Award since 2003. It also is a member of the Cha”ne des R™tisseurs. Visit also their Espresso Bar, serving breakfast, lunch, sandwiches, salads, Austrian pastries, ice cream combinations and great coffee selections. Kaiser Maximilian is again participating in the Festival Gourmet International, featuring the well-known chef Thomas Newsted from Zaccaza in Avon, Co. Don´t miss the special Table du Chef event, Wednesday, November 14.