Restaurant- & Gasthausguide Deutschland 2024: The Best Restaurants in Hamburg

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The vibrant food scene in Hamburg attracts both locals and visitors with a wealth of regional and international delicacies. Falstaff shares the best.
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Christoph Rüffer never fails to impress with his refined, top-class cuisine. Luxury products in masterly craftsmanship and perfectly composed menus, with congenial wine accompaniment on request.

Neuer Jungfernstieg 9–14, 20354 Hamburg, Germany

At the wave-shaped table for 24 people, Kevin Fehling celebrates great gastronomic art with a menu that varies seasonally. The individualistic dishes are imaginatively conceived and perfectly executed.

Shanghaiallee 15, 20457 Hamburg, Germany

Fine dining restaurant housed in a former warehouse with a carte blanche menu with four seasonal themes. You eat what comes to the table - and that's absolutely delicious.

Brandshofer Deich 68, 20539 Hamburg, Germany

Italian-born Matteo Ferrantino brings Mediterranean cuisine at the highest level to HafenCity. Two different menu sequences offer first-class taste experiences. Excellent wines.

Am Sandtorkai 50, 20457 Hamburg, Germany

High above the Outer Alster, on the seventh floor of The Fontenay Hotel, Julian Stowasser and his kitchen team celebrate the very best gourmet cuisine. A cosmopolitan tasting menu with French roots.

Fontenay 10, 20354 Hamburg, Germany

Classic traditional restaurant on the Elbchaussee, which has been offering regional cuisine for decades with several menu options from which guests can choose. Excellent wine list.

Elbchaussee 130, 22763 Hamburg, Germany

Refined Japanese cuisine is complemented by elegant and hearty elements from Peru. The cosmopolitan restaurant is located directly on the Binnenalster, and the well-stocked bar is also a hotspot.

Neuer Jungfernstieg 9–14, 20354 Hamburg, Germany

Fine-dining restaurant in the trendy St. Pauli district with just 14 seats and an open show kitchen. Fabio Haebel serves two menu sequences - "Fauna" and "Flora" - and concentrates on the essentials.

Paul-Roosen-Straße 31, 22767 Hamburg, Germany

First-class fish cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Head chef Stefan Fäth only uses wild-caught and sustainably-farmed fish from the region. Fine dining without frills in the heart of Sternschanze.

Weidenallee 12, 20357 Hamburg, Germany

Wahabi Nouri has been delighting discerning gourmets in his elegant restaurant in Eppendorf for many years. North African spice blends combine perfectly with Mediterranean produce.

Lehmweg 29, 20251 Hamburg, Germany

Outstanding and casual in relaxed Winterhude; Maurizio Oster celebrates regional cuisine and elevates produce such as celery, salsify and carrots to unimagined heights of enjoyment in creative menus.

Sierichstraße 112, 22299 Hamburg, Germany

The fish-themed institution in Hamburg is run by second-generation Dirk Kowalke and Benjamin Kast. Elegant ambience and a balcony terrace with wonderful harbour views. The lobster fricassee is legendary.

Große Elbstraße 143, 22767 Hamburg, Germany

Host Corrado Falco stands for excellent Italian cuisine with outstanding produce from his native Sicily. The kitchen crew prepares them superbly, while chef Taku Tabucchi adds Japanese sophistication.

Sierichstraße 46, 22301 Hamburg, Germany

Thomas Martin offers modern-classical cuisine in the newly refurbished traditional restaurant. Culinary ambition, but more relaxed and less ceremonial. Exciting dishes such as sweetbreads or the vegetarian "Menu Vert".

Elbchaussee 401–403, 22609 Hamburg, Germany

The Grill is a much-loved institution. A new Art Deco-style interior meets warm and friendly service under the management of José Luis dos Santos and the gastronomic skills of Anton Reichert. Outstanding seafood, classics and steaks.

Neuer Jungfernstieg 9–14, 20354 Hamburg, Germany

Sensational steaks in the Binnenalster branch of the Berlin legend. Lots of art and design on three levels, delicious food from Oliver Pfahler's kitchen and wonderful wines from Weingut Keller, the family of co-partner Fritz.

Ballindamm 17, 20095 Hamburg, Germany