The Rhineland Restaurants

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  • 1. Casa di Biase Brasseria

    $$$$ | Südstadt

    Sophisticated Italian cuisine is served here in a warm, elegant setting on the city's southwest side. The seasonally changing menu focuses on fish and game, and the wine list is interesting and extensive—although sometimes pricey.

    Eifelpl. 4, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 50677, Germany
    0221-322–433

    Known For

    • Homemade pastas
    • Risotto
    • Fresh fish

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch Sat.
  • 2. Der Postwagen Ratskeller

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    Sitting at one of the low wooden tables in this rustic spot on the first floor of the Rathaus, surveying the marketplace through the wavy old glass, you can dine well on solid German fare. In warm weather, the terrace provides great views of the Dom.

    Markt 40, Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, 52062, Germany
    0241-35001

    Known For

    • Himmel en Erd (black pudding, mashed potatoes, apples, and fried onions)
    • Sauerbraten (marinated beef)
    • Roasted guinea fowl

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
  • 3. Fritz's Frau Franzi

    $$$$

    Chef Benjamin Kriegel earned a Michelin star for his innovative cooking, experimenting with unusual combinations of flavors and textures using mainly locally sourced ingredients. The five- or six-course menu of small plates changes with the seasons; recent highlights included marinated and smoked Bavarian char with borscht aspic, sour cream, and fermented white cabbage.

    Adersstr. 8, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40215, Germany
    0211-370–750

    Known For

    • Creative tasting menus
    • Expansive international wine list
    • Trendy atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
  • 4. Gutsrestaurant Schloss Vollrads

    $$$

    Great care is taken over the light, seasonal international dishes here, which are made with fresh, carefully chosen ingredients and served with the estate's wines. Choose to dine in the Kavalierhaus (squire's house, 1650), the orangery, or in the summer, on the flower-lined terrace facing the garden.

    Vollradser Allee, Oestrich-Winkel, Hesse, 65375, Germany
    06723-5270

    Known For

    • Creative menu with excellent prix-fixe option
    • Knowledgeable service
    • Relaxed atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. and Jan.
  • 5. Im Schiffchen

    $$$$

    In a historic brick building in the charming suburb of Kaiserswerth, this Michelin-starred restaurant, with its elegant wood-paneled dining room and artfully presented gourmet French dishes, is worth the trip. Diners can order the prix-fixe menu or à la carte, with or without wine pairings.

    Kaiserswerther Markt 9, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40489, Germany
    0211-401–050

    Known For

    • Gourmet French cuisine
    • Sourdough bread baked in-house
    • Extensive selection of wines by the glass

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential
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  • 6. Naniwa Noodles and Soups

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    Düsseldorf has one of the largest Japanese communities outside of mainland Japan, and Naniwa is a standout in the heart of the Japanese Quarter. Lines can stretch down the block, but service is quick and worth the wait for traditional soup and noodle dishes. 

    Oststr. 55, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40211, Germany
    0211-161–799

    Known For

    • 20 different varieties of ramen
    • Customizable dishes
    • Affordable daily lunch specials

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Thurs.
  • 7. Strandhaus

    $$$$

    On a quiet residential street on the outskirts of the Altstadt, and hidden from view in summer by an ivy-covered patio, this restaurant feels like a true escape—befitting its laid-back name, Beach House. The regularly changing menu focuses on high-quality seasonal ingredients prepared in an elegant, yet no-fuss fashion. 

    Georgstr. 28, Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, 53111, Germany
    0228-369–4949

    Known For

    • Roasted duck breast
    • Roasted lamb fillet
    • Carefully crafted wine list

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
  • 8. Waldhotel Sonnora Restaurant

    $$$$

    At this elegant country hotel in the forested Eifel Hills, guests are offered one of Germany's absolute finest dining experiences in a room plush with gold and white wood furnishings and red carpet. Choose a spectacular five-, seven-, or eight-course menu or dine à la carte: the chef is renowned for transforming truffles, foie gras, and Persian caviar into masterful dishes, and challans duck in an orange-tarragon sauce is his specialty.

    1 Auf dem Eichelfeld, Dreis, Rheinland-Pfalz, 54518, Germany
    06578-406

    Known For

    • Elegant surroundings
    • Excellent wine list
    • Numerous accolades

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. and 2 wks in summer and winter, Reservations essential
  • 9. Alte Gutsschänke

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    Locals and tourists mingle naturally at this proper, old-world Geheimtipp (hidden gem), near the open fireplace and antique winemaking equipment; as the night progresses, locals might unpack their musical instruments and start playing. The food is local and fortifying: sausages, cheeses, ham, and homemade soups served with the wines from host Arthur Schmitz's own estate. However, no beer served here.

    Schlossstr. 6, Cochem, Rheinland-Pfalz, 56812, Germany
    02671-8950

    Known For

    • Very friendly atmosphere
    • Simple, rustic dishes
    • Excellent wine list but no beer

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch
  • 10. Alte Mühle Thomas Höreth

    $$$

    Thomas and Gudrun Höreth's enchanting country inn—a former mill dating back to 1026—is a labyrinth of little rooms and cellars grouped around oleander-lined courtyards. Highlights of the menu include homemade cheeses, terrines, pâtés, and Entensülze (goose in aspic), served with the Höreths' own wines.

    Mühlental 17, Kobern-Gondorf, Rheinland-Pfalz, 56330, Germany
    02607-6474

    Known For

    • Excellent wine and Sekt (sparkling wine)
    • Beautiful location
    • Eclectic, charming decor

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Jan. No lunch weekdays
  • 11. Altes Brauhaus

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    For a classic brewery pub experience, look no further than this traditional German restaurant with its classic chequered flooring, wooden furniture, and welcoming owner. The hearty food here comes in large portions: if you're feeling hungry, order the Haxentopf "Spezial," chunks of pork knuckle meat braised with onions and vegetables and served in a cast-iron pan with potatoes and a fried egg; wash it down with a glass of Königsbacher Pilsener.

    Braug. 4, Koblenz, Rheinland-Pfalz, 56068, Germany
    0261-133–0377

    Known For

    • Good selection of beers
    • Friendly service
    • Welcoming atmosphere
  • 12. Altes Haus

    $$

    This wonderfully charming medieval half-timber house (1368) is Bacharach's oldest one standing and a favorite setting for films and photos. It doesn't disappoint with its food and wine, either: the kitchen uses the freshest ingredients possible and buys meat and game from local butchers and hunters, serving up local classics such as Rieslingrahmsuppe (Riesling cream soup) and Reibekuchen (potato pancakes) in addition to the seasonal specialties.

    Oberstr. 61, Bacharach, Rheinland-Pfalz, 55422, Germany
    06743-1209

    Known For

    • Good regional wine list
    • Friendly service
    • Cozy atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Dec.–Easter
  • 13. Am Knipp

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    At this Bierstube dating from 1698, you can dig into regional dishes like Zwiebelrahmrostbraten (onion meat loaf) at low wooden tables next to the tile stove. Pewter plates and beer mugs line the walls.

    Bergdriesch 3, Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, 52062, Germany
    0241-33168

    Known For

    • Schnitzel with onions and mushrooms in cream sauce
    • Zwiebelrahmrostbraten (onion meat loaf)
    • Slices of turkey breast with a warm mustard dressing

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch
  • 14. Art Cafe

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    Located right on the bustling Drosselgasse, this quaint café offers a picture-perfect rendition of the town's most iconic refreshment: the Rüdesheimerkaffee. First created in the 1950s by German television chef Hans Karl Adam, the Rüdesheimerkaffee is made by flambéeing Asbach Uralt brandy and sugar in a specially made cup until the sugar dissolves, pouring strong coffee over it, and garnishing with mountains of whipped cream and chocolate flakes. The café also serves an excellent rendition of a Baumstriezel (chimney cake) and a wide selection of local spirits and wines to enjoy while watching people pass by outside.

    Drosselgasse 5, Rüdesheim, Hesse, 65385, Germany

    Known For

    • Rüdesheimerkaffee and Baumstriezel
    • Great selection of local spirits
    • Charming old-world atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Jan.
  • 15. Beckers Restaurant

    $$$$

    This wine estate in the peaceful suburb of Olewig features a gourmet restaurant with four- and five-course prix-fixe menus. Bordeaux and Burgundy wines are available in addition to the estate's own wines, and wine tastings, cellar visits, cooking classes and guided tours on the wine path can be arranged. In addition to the gourmet restaurant, the hotel also has a wine bar serving regional cuisine and a more casual wine tavern.

    Olewiger Str. 206, Trier, Rheinland-Pfalz, 54295, Germany
    0651-938–080

    Known For

    • Superb food
    • Beautiful terrace
    • Numerous accolades

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch, Reservations essential
  • 16. Benner's Bistronomie

    $$$$

    This bistro has a striking art nouveau interior, the walls crammed with paintings, a grand piano (live music nightly), and a good-size bar, attracting an upscale clientele and the post-theater crowd. Delicately mixing French and German cooking, Benner's is well known for its black Angus steaks as well as its very popular (and expensive) Sunday brunch.

    Kurhauspl. 1, Wiesbaden, Hesse, 65189, Germany
    0611-536–200

    Known For

    • Lovely verandah for good weather
    • Relaxed but sophisticated crowd
    • Good service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 17. Berens am Kai

    $$$$

    While it still retains its Michelin star, this acclaimed restaurant recently adopted a more casual approach, offering a pared-down modern tasting menu as well as à la carte dishes with French, Mediterranean, and Asian influences. The harborfront setting remains spectacular.

    Kaistr. 16, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40221, Germany
    0211-300–6750

    Known For

    • Refined cuisine
    • Wine list with vintages from around the world
    • Magnificent water views

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Tues. No lunch Sat.
  • 18. Bistro Zicke

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    Weekend brunch (served until 4 pm) can get busy at this café, located on a quiet square one block from the riverfront. Otherwise, the bistro—with its big windows and walls plastered with old movie and museum posters—is an oasis from the hustle and bustle of the Altstadt.

    Bäckerstr. 5a, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40213, Germany
    0211-327–800

    Known For

    • Stirred egg dishes
    • Swabian ravioli
    • Variety of salads
  • 19. Brauerei im Füchschen

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    This legendary brewery serves classic German comfort food along with its excellent namesake beers (both Altbier and Pils) in typically rustic dining rooms, as well as out in the spacious glassed-in winter garden.

    Ratinger Str. 28, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40213, Germany
    0211-137–470

    Known For

    • Wiener schnitzel with cranberry marmalade and roasted potatoes
    • Pork knuckle (Schweinshaxe)
    • Sauerbraten "Rhein Style"
  • 20. Burg Landshut Restaurant

    $$

    Offering a stunning panorama view over the Mosel River, this sleek and modern dining spot offers beautifully presented traditional dishes. Note that the best views are from the window tables, and these are limited in number. Try the Kaiserschmarrn (a fluffy shredded pancake made popular by Austrian emperor Franz Joseph I) as your dessert to experience a much-loved German comfort food.

    Burg Landshut, Bernkastel-Kues, Rheinland-Pfalz, 54470, Germany
    6531-500--5900

    Known For

    • Mosel river views
    • Modern design located inside a castle ruin
    • Fresh and contemporary German dishes

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed.

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