BLOCKBRÄU

BLOCKBRÄU Brewery is located right in the heart of Hamburg's harbour. This successful restaurant chain belongs to Eugen Block, a star in Germany's gastronomy firmament. There, you can enjoy freshly brewed beer along with complementary dishes straight from the brewery's kitchen. The large terrace offers a beautiful view over the bustling harbour activity.

• Web:

  www.block-braeu.de

• E-mail:

  reservierung@block-braeu.de

• Address:

  Landungsbrücken 3, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 44 40 500

• Opening hours:

  November through March: daily 11:30am–11pm; April through October: daily 11am–midnight

Bullerei

TV chef Tim Mälzer's restaurant is a crowd-pleaser. To snag a table, it's wise to book ahead. The grill's offerings, particularly the Argentine fillet steak, are impeccable and cooked to perfection. If you're indecisive, opt for a surprise menu with three or four courses. Rest assured, it's bound to be delightful.

• Web:

  bullerei.com

• E-mail:

  info@bullerei.com

• Address:

  Lagerstraße 34b, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 33 44 21 10

• Opening hours:

  Daily from noon

Carls at the Elbphilharmonie

This piece of France is situated in a dreamy location right next to Hamburg's new landmark and boasts three distinct dining areas: Brasserie, Bistro, and Weinbar. Enjoy creative meat and fish dishes, complemented by a robust wine list.

• Web:

  carls-brasserie.de

• E-mail:

  carls@carls-brasserie.de

• Address:

  Am Kaiserkai 69, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 300 322 400

Cox

Cox is a charming establishment, captivating with its exceptionally charming bistro style. The atmosphere is always cosy, despite the bustling activity. This is primarily due to the excellent cuisine. Regional dishes are reinterpreted in a modern style, with no shortage of fish and meat dishes. Try and visit Cox later in the evening. At that time, the restaurant is pleasantly empty and the kitchen is even open until just before midnight, which is very accommodating to theatre-goers or visitors to the State Opera who would still like a meal after the performance.

• Web:

  www.restaurant-cox.de

• E-mail:

  info@restaurant-cox.de

• Address:

  Lange Reihe 68, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 24 94 22

• Opening hours:

  Kitchen open Tue–Fri noon–2:30pm / 6pm–10:30pm; Sat 6pm–10:30pm; Sun & Mon closed

East Restaurant

The restaurant in the stylish East Hotel offers excellent Asian and European cuisine, just a stone's throw from Hamburg's entertainment district. Top chefs regularly create new and extraordinary dishes here. The menu features sushi and sashimi, as well as international meat- and fish-based main courses.

• Web:

  www.east-hamburg.de/en/restaurant

• E-mail:

  info@east-hamburg.de

• Address:

  Simon-von-Utrecht-Straße 31, Hamburg

• Phone:

  + 49 40 30 99 33

• Opening hours:

  Daily 5pm–10pm

• Subway:

  U3 St. Pauli

El Tequito

For over 20 years, El Tequito has been located at the St. Pauli Fish Market. Here, the highlights of Mexican, American and Creole cuisine are crafted into distinctive dishes. Pair your dinner with a delicious cocktail in the lounge before a stroll through the district.

• Web:

  eltequito.de

• E-mail:

  info@eltequito.de

• Address:

  St. Pauli-Fischmarkt 3, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 319 32 78

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 5pm–11pm, Fri–Sun 4pm–midnight

20 Up Bar

The Empire Riverside Hotel, located high above the St Pauli Landungsbrücken, houses the 20 Up as one of its two bars. The name reveals the exclusive location on the 20th floor of the building. Even without booking a hotel room, you can stop by for a cocktail and enjoy a breathtaking view of the harbour in a classy atmosphere.

• Web:

  www.empire-riverside.de/en/restaurant-and-bars/skyline-bar-20up

• Address:

  Empire Riverside Hotel Hamburg, Bernhard-Nocht-Straße 97, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 31119 70 470

• Opening hours:

  Daily 6pm–1am

• Subway:

  U3 St. Pauli

Angie's Nightclub

Angie's has live bands & DJs playing swing, jazz and funk. This loungey club with a classy vibe also serves excellent cocktails. This decadent club has been entertaining locals since 1991!

• Web:

  www.tivoli.de/gastronomie/nachtclub-angies

• E-mail:

  info@angies-live-music-club.de

• Address:

  Spielbudenplatz 27, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 31 77 88 11

Baalsaal

In Baalsaal, house and techno dominate the sound, but all other facets of electronic music are not neglected either. The powerful sound system attracts DJs used to larger dance floors, but promising newcomers are welcome to take control of the mixers, too. Early birds be warned: the action doesn't really start before 1 am.

• Web:

  salla-kazan.com/baalsaal

• Address:

  Reeperbahn 25, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 176 704 868 14

• Opening hours:

  Thu 11pm–8am, Fri & Sat 11:45pm–8am

Boilerman Bar

The Boilerman Bar specialises in so-called Highballs. These drinks consist of a base spirit like whisky or gin and a 'filler' like ginger ale, tonic water, or the like. The best-known Highball is probably the Gin & Tonic. One might think such drinks are easy to prepare, but at the Boilerman, they are elevated to an art form.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/boilermanbar

• E-mail:

  bar@boilerman.de

• Address:

  Eppendorfer Weg 211, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 55 55 75 440

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 6pm–1am, Fri & Sat 6pm–2am, Sun closed

Christiansen's

The award-winning star bartender Uwe Christiansen regularly creates new cocktails in his bar, including some with intriguing names like 'Apple Strudel' or 'Virgin Mint Colada'. For enthusiastic guests who want to try their hand at mixing, Christiansen also offers crash courses.

• Web:

  christiansens.de

• E-mail:

  bar@christiansens.de

• Address:

  Pinnasberg 60, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 317 2863

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Thu 8pm–1am, Fri 8pm–2am, Sat 8am–3am, Sun & Mon closed

• Subway:

  S-Bahn Reeperbahn

Chug Club

Discover the unique Chug Club, where tequila and mezcal take centre stage. This chic spot features elegant green velvet seating and captivating stained glass accents. Known for its innovative mini-cocktails, or 'chugs', the venue offers a fun twist on responsible drinking.

• Web:

  www.thechugclub.bar

• Address:

  Taubenstraße 13, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 35 73 51 30

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Thu 6pm–1am, Fri & Sat 6pm–2am

Ahoi Strandkiosk

The beach by Ahoi Strandkiosk invites visitors of all ages to enjoy Hamburg's most beautiful sunsets with a hot cocoa, a refreshing beer or a cool glass of wine. If you're feeling peckish, Ahoi offers a variety of options, from light organic snacks and hearty home-cooked dishes to tempting desserts. The Strandkiosk's building was originally constructed in 1900 for a wedding. Later, it served as a sail loft and then as housing for carpenters.

• Address:

  Övelgönne 57, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 881 568 06

• Opening hours:

  Daily 8am–6pm

Alex

Situated directly on the Inner Alster Lake, Alex finds its home in the historic Alsterpavillon. Throughout its history, the building has been a host to various cafés. Today, the venue features an outdoor terrace and serves a selection of snacks alongside coffee and cakes.

• Web:

  www.dein-alex.de/hamburg-im-alsterpavillon

• E-mail:

  alex-hamburg@dein-alex.de

• Address:

  Jungfernstieg 54, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 350 18 70

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 8am–1am, Fri & Sat 8am–2am, Sun 9am–1am

Alsterperle

Alsterperle is the counterpart to Strandperle in Övelgönne. Located at the easternmost side of the Outer Alster, it offers outstanding snack-bar fare at fair prices. What truly distinguishes this outdoor spot, however, is its remarkable location and the expansive view it provides: Here, the Alster Lake reaches its widest expanse. Looking towards the south, you can see the skyline of central Hamburg.

• Web:

  www.alsterperle.com

• Address:

  Eduard-Rhein-Ufer 1, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 22 74 82 73

• Opening hours:

  Daily 8am–9pm, and even later in the summer

BioKonditorei Eichel

At the organic patisserie BioKonditorei Eichel you will find a wide range of unique treats like pear-cinnamon-quark cake, apple cake with blackcurrants or buckwheat-carrot cake and dark, delicious chocolate-spelt pancakes. Christof Eichel, owner and head pastry chef is a man with clear principles: he uses only organic ingredients and does without unnecessary additives which would artificially accelerate the production process of his cakes and gateaux.

• Web:

  www.biokonditorei-eichel.de

• E-mail:

  info@biokonditorei-eichel.de

• Address:

  Osterstraße 15, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 431 931 51

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 11:30am–6pm, Mon closed

Café Geyer

For two decades, Café Geyer has been delighting locals and visitors alike with delicious coffee and homemade cake in the serene setting of Hein-Köllisch-Platz. A variety of breakfast choices are on offer each day, along with a budget-friendly lunch menu featuring a rotation of dishes. As evening falls, Café Geyer becomes the perfect spot to relax with a long drink or cocktail.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/cafegeyer

• Address:

  Hein-Köllisch-Platz 4, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 49 20 40 51

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–11pm, Sun 9:30am–10pm

Café Gnosa

This gem of Hamburg's coffee house culture is a must-visit for its beautiful ambiance, excellent coffee, and ever-changing exhibitions. Café Gnosa has been renowned for decades for its outstanding cakes. A visit to Gnosa is worthwhile at any time of day: the breakfast menu is extensive, offering all the classics, and the lunch is both delicious and affordable.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/cafe_gnosa

• Address:

  Lange Reihe 93, Hamburg

• Phone:

  +49 40 24 30 34

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–11pm