Dialog im Dunkeln - Dinner in the dark

In a city that has hosted the early gigs of Liverpool’s original “Fab Four,” Hamburg once again claims rock residency with Hard Rock Cafe Hamburg. Located near the banks of the Elbe River in one of the city’s most historic buildings, the Landungsbrücken, nestled in the port near local landmarks, including Old Elbe …

You can find a few restaurants in Hamburg with one Michelin star. Christoph Rüffer easily stands out with a second star. The chef and his team present modern and creative menus based on classic French gourmet cuisine in the prestigious Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten. With seasonal ingredients fresh from the market, an emphasis is placed …

The Table, run by Germany’s youngest holder of three Michelin stars, Kevin Fehling, fascinates with modern interior and unique flavor experiences. The Table is located in the centre of HafenCity and offers some extraordinary design decisions: For example, there is just one single, large table made of cherry wood offering seats to up to 20 …

TV chef Tim Mälzer's restaurant enjoys great popularity. If you want to get a seat, you should take care of that in advance. Once you get to enjoy the cuisine, you will quickly understand why it is so crowded. The meat from the grill, especially the Argentinian fillet steak, is cooked flawlessly. But the"Kris …

The location itself is a dream: if you manage to get one of the desired window seats, you can dine with a wonderful view of the Hamburg harbour – especially in the evenings, the guests are treated to an atmospheric panorama. But also in culinary terms, the Fischereihafen is one of the city’s best …

The BLOCKBRÄU opened beside the Landungsbrücken in April 2012.This successful restaurant chain belongs to Eugen Block, a star in Germany's gastronomy firmament. In his brewery, located directly beside the Landungsbrücken, freshly brewed beer is served together with specialities from the brewery's own kitchen. From the terrace, you get a great view of the colourful …

The atmosphere is always welcoming, despite the large size of this lively establishment, which is easily explained by the excellent cuisine. Regional dishes are rediscovered with a modern interpretation here, and there is no lack of seafood and meat dishes. A helpful tip is to visit the Cox later in the evening. At that …

Far from the usual Japanese menus in this country, "fusion style"is used in the creation of new dishes. The Iberian pork roulade with shiso herbs and a shibazuke sauce is at least as interesting as the Japanese green tea crème brûlée and mascarpone sorbet with seasonal fruit. All of this takes place in a …

The fine-dining restaurant VLET is located centrally between the historical Speicherstadt and the modern HafenCity in a stylishly restored warehouse. Here, north German cuisine is served.The team at the VLET and head chef Thomas Sampl are committed to using regional products and support small businesses and farms in the region. …

The restaurant at the stylish East Hotel offers excellent Asian and European cuisine close to Hamburg's entertainment mile. Top chefs regularly provide new and unusual creations here. Sushi and sashimi are as much a part of the international menu as meat and seafood-based mains.The modern transformation of the old iron foundry makes for an elegant …

Laissez-faire in the middle of the HafenCity: It is always casual and lively at CARLS an der Elbphilharmonie. This piece of France is in a beautiful location right next to Hamburg's new landmark and has a total of three different dining areas: Brasserie, Bistro and Salon Privé & …

Ristorante Portonovo offers authentic Italian cuisine and the food is served in a busy but friendly atmosphere. The restaurant is beautifully located next to the lake with a stunning view. The food is well prepared with a modern twist and the chef is only using fresh seasonal …

Right in the heart of Hamburg City you will find the Gröninger Privatbrauerei. The Gröninger private brewery is one of the oldest breweries in Hamburg. This is where Gröninger Pils is brewed, and it can then be drunk in the Braukeller or in the Brauhaus where it is tapped from old wooden barrels. The atmosphere …

This is a place where you will experience a culinary journey in a completely dark restaurant. You will be served four course surprise dinner by a blind service staff, all you need to do is to enjoy the taste of the food in the dark. The restaurant is located inside the museum Dialog im …

"El Tequito" has resided at the St. Pauli Fish Market for over 20 years. Here, the "highlights "of Mexican, American and Creole cuisine create distinctive dishes. Cocktails can also be enjoyed in the lounge before taking a stroll on the …

The brewery behind the Rathaus beside the Adolphsbrücke bridge is a great meeting point for everyone and anyone. Families, couples, big groups, business lunches or foot-weary shoppers - this brewery really offers something for everyone. The atmosphere is refined and slightly gentrified - right in the heart of theAlsterfleete district. The home-made beers are brewed …

Whoever dines at the Vegan Eagle will agree: This restaurant is living proof that vegan food has nothing to do with abstinence, but rather with enjoyment and real culinary flights of fancy. Here, food is prepared with love and passion – making the somewhat lengthy trip to Hamburg-Langenhorn very …

At the Plat du Jour, the cooking is French and primarily country style, without frills, but rather of excellent quality. It is nicely hidden at Dornbusch, a tiny street six minutes’ walk south-east of the Hamburg Town Hall. This is where the wealthier ladies and gentlemen from publishing houses and law firms spend their lunch …