The 10 best seafood restaurants in Hamburg

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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

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

Fish restaurant between the fish market and the Elbe with a view of the river and harbour. Excellent sushi variations, perfectly prepared grilled fish and fresh seafood as well as a lunch menu.

Van-der-Smissen-Straße 1, 22767 Hamburg, Germany

Trendy neighbourhood restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. Fish, seafood and vegan dishes dominate the weekly changing menu, whilst there's also a good selection of cocktails, sake and natural wines.

Paul-Roosen-Straße 22, 22767 Hamburg, Germany

It is fantastic what chef Julian Taubensee conjures up from fish and seafood. And the ambience is as fresh as the fish - everything is bright, light and maritime. A popular lunch spot.

Mühlenkamp 16, 22303 Hamburg, Germany

With the big pots on the Elbe and the romanticism of the containers behind you, you can enjoy fine fish dishes and seafood. Sometimes Asian, sometimes Mediterranean-inspired modern creative cuisine at the highest level.

Große Elbstraße 145b–d, 22767 Hamburg, Germany

A little piece of Japan in the Alsterhaus. The Kaiseki restaurant stands for food sharing with purist, refined Japanese menus. Excellent sushi and sashimi dishes and a wonderful view of the Inner Alster from the large terrace.

Jungfernstieg 16–20, 20354 Hamburg, Germany

Comfortably furnished restaurant with rustic lounge with fireplace and beautiful terrace surrounded by greenery. Extensive menu with Asian dishes and fish. Outstanding quality and perfect service.

An der Alsterschleife 3, 22399 Hamburg, Germany

The name says it all. TV chef Steffen Henssler runs the purist restaurant at the harbour together with his father Werner. Classic Japanese and modern-inspired sushi and sashimi, as well as hot dishes.

Große Elbstraße 160, 22767 Hamburg, Germany

"Lobstered today?" is the question asked in this bistro and purveyor of all things delicious from the sea. Top-quality oysters, mussels and fish are prepared in front of the guests.

Große Elbstraße 152, 22767 Hamburg, Germany