Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Hamburg

If one had to categorize a chunk of Nil's regulars, it would definitely be the media crowd who patronize this establishment, with its fifties-style interior and unconventional ambiance. Indeed, the eatery, which is a former old shoe shop seems to be a strange one for such sophisticated culinary creations. A team of skilled chefs treat guests to such delicacies as Tafelspitz (fillet of beef), exquisite fish dishes, gorgeous seasonal salads and scrumptious desserts. And not only is the quality good-the reasonable prices make this one of the best tips in town for bon viveurs.

If you take a closer look at the Strandperle, you will discover that it is rather far from being a pearl, really more of a shabby kiosk housing a pub. But it's a cult place, well known even beyond Hamburg's city limits. The interior is hard to describe, but the ambience is really exclusive. The Strandperle is located on the shores of the river Elbe, and on calm summer nights, hundreds of mainly young people get together on the beach to enjoy a beer, an open fire, some music and the soft sound of the waves. Very romantic!

Few people give a thought to the dark drink that opens their eyes every morning. The Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei is devoted entirely to the enjoyment of coffee and allows visitors to try its aromatically roasted products. With any luck, those who drink a small cup of coffee here in the guest room can also observe how the beans are roasted. For the roasting plant is situated right next to the guest area and is put into operation on request.

Watch ships go by on the harbor as you relish seafood and traditional German dishes at Rive. It offers mesmerizing views of the glistening water from just about anywhere you sit in the restaurant, but the fresh air on the outdoor patio is worth experiencing while you're here. Wiener schnitzel, champagne cucumber risotto, and the crab salad are just some of the items on the menu that show its diversity.

Make sure that you are hungry before coming here because the portions are gigantic. Great for families, Fischerhaus is situated in a pleasant building with a car park on the premises. The menu includes seasonal meat and vegetable dishes as well as a fantastic selection of local fish specialties. The plaice, served with home-made potato salad, is a firm favorite.

Located in the beautiful port city of Hamburg, The Table - created by superstar chef Kevin Fehling - offers diners innovative cuisine in an ultra-chic setting. Guests sit at a long cherry wood table that curves to give individual parties the feeling that they are sitting at a private table, all while getting to observe the fascinating goings-on of this three-Michelin star restaurant. Chef Fehling offers up fascinating reinterpretations of classic dishes from around the world, emphasizing complex flavors in dishes that are as delicious as they are beautiful. Fehling is well known for not only his culinary excellence but also his presentation; diners are often hard-pressed to resist taking a picture of every morsel that is placed in front of them. Guests will savor these exquisite dishes while seated in an industrial-chic dining room that is both refined and modern.