"Warm Dishes" Bars in North Rhine-Westphalia
Somewhere between classic and modern, sophisticated and casual, you will find yourself in this cocktail bar in the Belgian Quarter. In addition to classics, the menu also includes avant-garde creations. They create a "link" to the cuisine: pumpkin, porcini mushrooms, blackberry caviar or saffron are used in the drinks here.
High-quality bar culture meets casual Veedelkneipen attitude. Comfortable sofas and dark colours invite you to linger. You need time to take a close look at the 300 or so spirits. Not only the classics are mixed from them. There are also various craft beers and small dishes.
A bar in which to switch off and dream. Aroma combinations with promising names such as "Queen of Bounce" or "Ms. Fat Booty" are created in this refuge for pleasure-seekers with a golden ceiling and amber-look bar. DJs at the weekend. Don't forget to press the bell before entering.
A bar classic as it is written in the book. Gentle piano sounds, Champagne and first-class cocktails meet an exquisite wine list with many a rarity. During the day, you can enjoy coffee and tea specialities as well as homemade patisserie and cakes. Stylish indulgence at the foot of the cathedral.
For a sundowner or an aperitif - at 172.5 meters above sea level, even the expectations are sky-high. You won't be disappointed: you won't find any classics on the menu, but you will find signature drinks, gins, whisk(e)ys and an impressive selection of sake. It's not just the food that makes you feel like you're in Japan.
The panoramic windows offer a breathtaking view over Düsseldorf, the ceilings are up to seven metres high and, of course, you feel like you're in the capital of France. Can the drinks menu keep up? Bien sûr! Seductive highballs meet top wines and top Champagnes. Santé!
Everyone will find their second living room in Recklinghausen's Westviertel. Casual enjoyment is the focus here, whether with wine, beer, classic cocktails or spontaneous creations. The cosy and warm atmosphere brings everyone together; the regulars mixing with visitors to the Ruhr Festival.
The eleventh floor of the water tower combines the art of distilling with a botanical ambience. The 360-degree view also applies to the bar menu: classics and original creations cover the entire spectrum of flavours. Particularly delicious: the "Bar Botanik Gin Tonic", paired with various sharing dishes.
The bar in the Dorint Hotel has almost become an institution with probably the longest bar in Cologne. There is live music every Friday and Saturday. The bartenders mix around 150 different cocktails. Complex and well-balanced drinks such as the "Smoky Berry" with thyme are second to none.
The name says it all: exotic decorations, warm colours and the large seawater aquarium whisk you away to a faraway land, at least in your mind. With the "Spirit of India Colada", the illusion at the Teutoburg Forest is almost perfect. The secrets of India are passed on in cocktail courses and tastings.
When "Liquid Kitchen" meets excellent gastronomic skills, the result is Vida. Bar chef Roland Kulik is responsible for creations such as the "Angostura Colada" or "Orange Basil Smash" (non-alcoholic). This is complemented by fine bar food. Not to be missed: Oysters or the popular Currywurst by Dyllong.
A symbiosis of upscale bar culture and creative cuisine in the old scene favourite Mengwasser. There is a real big city flair here, just like in Berlin, Paris or London. There's no denying that the latter is a great source of inspiration. Recommendation: the signature drink "Vicious Rumours".
Bar culture meets true barbecue art from the Josper beechwood charcoal grill at the LWL Museum of Art and Culture. The bar complements this with innovative highballs, high-quality spirits and a selection of national and international craft beers. The sun terrace is famous throughout the city. A highlight is Champagne Tuesday.
With 400 cocktails, 100 whisky, 50 rum and 40 vodka varieties, it's easy to lose track. Fortunately, the knowledgeable staff are on hand to help and advise. Both the quality and the ambience are just right - especially in summer, guests are drawn to the terrace. DJ beats at the weekend.
"Para los amigos" is not only the name of the first cocktail on the menu, the ambience is also designed "for friends" of Mallorcan flair. Whether a variety of digestifs or signature drinks - creations such as "Santas Pornstar" with crème de cacao, passion fruit puree and almond espuma take you straight to the Mediterranean island.
The source of inspiration: the old classics. What The View on the 16th floor above Düsseldorf turns it into: signature drinks such as "Innside the Strudel" - the dream come true for Generation Z - or "Martinez", highly aromatic and bittersweet. Plus a small but sophisticated selection of bar snacks.