Must-see restaurants in Central Germany

  • Hössler

    Harz Mountains

    An excellent fish cafeteria, with a restaurant through the passage. The same meals are cheaper in the front section. It doesn't look like much from the…

  • Das Schwarze Schaf

    Harz Mountains

    This sleek eatery has a large menu of salads, pasta, Flammkuchen, stir-fries and grills, all served at wooden tables in a bright Asian-European-crossover…

  • Die Saison

    Central Germany

    Classic German cuisine gets a modern international twist within the ornately detailed dark-green walls of the stylish art-deco dining room at this robust…

  • Bralo House

    Central Germany

    An extensive wine list accompanies a wide range of steaks, salads and burgers, cooked to your liking at this popular, central haunt. There's not a lot for…

  • Bodega

    Harz Mountains

    For authentic Spanish flavours and ambience, look no further than this popular, atmospheric hang-out, with tapas to share, vegetarian options and plenty…

  • Hallesches Brauhaus

    Central Germany

    This brewhouse is a local institution, known for its crisp light beers and heavy dark ones, its lively atmosphere and its hearty pub fare, including…

  • Münzenberger Klause

    Harz Mountains

    Serving traditional German fare with flair, this atmospheric restaurant is loved by locals and visitors alike. If you're seeking hearty comfort food, look…

  • Bocks

    Central Germany

    Naumberg's top eatery boasts charming decor in its two rooms, a cafe area and excellent meat dishes, pasta and other fare.

  • Gaststube Kleines Schweinchen

    Fairy-Tale Road

    One of a trio of dining options within the Steinernes Schweinchen hotel, this 'little piggy' – the most casual of the three – offers hearty, home-style…

  • Nudelhaus

    Fairy-Tale Road

    Carb-lovers are spoiled for choice at this ever-popular eatery, which specialises in house-made pasta, often sauced with slightly wacky creations (such as…

  • Myer’s

    Fairy-Tale Road

    This rambling cafe-bar-restaurant is great if you can handle the noise. Seasonal menus pop up to complement the pastas, salads, pancakes, pizzas, meats…

  • Vini & Panini

    Fairy-Tale Road

    Stop by this popular Italian eatery in the heart of the Altstadt for handmade pasta (perhaps ravioli of salmon and prawns in a pink-peppercorn and brandy…

  • denkMAHL

    Fairy-Tale Road

    Leavened with a few wider European offerings (principally Italian dishes such as beef carpaccio and beetroot linguine), this classy German restaurant…

  • La Gondola

    Erfurt

    What's so great about this ostensibly run-of-the-mill Italian joint where nary a word of English is spoken and the meals are tasty and reasonably priced,…

  • Altstadt Cafe

    Erfurt

    Chatty mothers, foot-weary sightseers and solo bookworms gather at this cheerful cafe in the former 14th-century fishmonger's house known as Kleiner…

  • KostBar

    Fairy-Tale Road

    This modern bar-restaurant offers well-prepared soups, salads and vegetarian meals as well as adventurous approaches to the standard chicken, fish and…

  • Albert's Corner

    Harz Mountains

    There's something about humble Albert's that just beckons you enter; you'll be greeted warmly and can relax while sipping on a hot drink or cold beer and…

  • Mom's Burgers

    Harz Mountains

    The name says it all: if you're craving a burger without the fast-food feel, this cute little hole-in-the-wall will likely satisfy. It's sweet and squeaky…

  • Zum Goldenen Drachen

    Harz Mountains

    There's nothing mind-blowing about this Chinese restaurant, but it's not disappointing either. Meals are tasty and good value, with lots of vegetarian…

  • Bittersüss

    Central Germany

    There's not a lot of bitter but a whole lot of sweet to this handsome, family-run cafe-by-day (serving delicious cakes, waffles, coffee and ice cream) and…

  • Brauhaus Zum alten Dessauer

    Central Germany

    This fun, friendly, lively brewhouse serves excellent modern and traditional German food, including all the staples and, of course, a wide range of house…

  • Henner

    Erfurt

    This upbeat bistro makes a great daytime pit stop for freshly made sandwiches with fillings that change weekly. Or there are crisp salads and interesting…

  • Golden Palast

    Harz Mountains

    There are two reasons you'll want to dine at Bad Harzburg's best Chinese joint: the gorgeously retro, shabby-chic decor and the can't-be-beat, all-you-can…

  • Soup & Soul Kitchen

    Harz Mountains

    Locally sourced organic and biodynamic fruit and vegetables are used to create the hearty and delicious vegan and vegetarian soups, salads and pastas at…

  • Cafe-Bistro im Bauhaus Dessau

    Central Germany

    Breakfasts, salads, snacks and Flammkuchen are served in the congenial cafe and snack bar in the basement of the Bauhaus Building.

  • Zum Roland

    Harz Mountains

    Sprawling through seven houses, this cafe does decent if unspectacular international nosh and a delicious apple strudel. There’s a kid’s table and small…

  • Barock-Café Anders

    Harz Mountains

    Breathe in the smell of fresh baking as soon as you walk through the door; it's unlikely you'll be able to leave without a pastry for the road.

  • Ökoase

    Central Germany

    Vegetarian eatery featuring soups, salads and main dishes with curry and other infusions, changing on a weekly basis.

  • Vino

    Central Germany

    Antipasti, tapas, salads or pasta dishes match perfectly with the global wine menu at this modern, upmarket bistro.

  • Harzer Baumkuchen

    Harz Mountains

    Sample delicious German baumkuchen at this cake-shaped bakery.

  • Glashütte Petersberg

    Erfurt

    Sitting atop Erfurt's only significant hill like an incongruous glass Tetris-brick among the baroque-era buildings of the Zitadelle Petersberg, the…

  • Si-Ju

    Erfurt

    Despite the vaguely Chinese-sounding name, this modern, centrally located bistro trots out a typical menu of Thuringian classics and international bistro…

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