German cuisine is on an upward trend, from art-laden eateries serving succulent sauce-slathered burgers to Korean-style in-table grilling spots focusing on zero waste; German eateries are at the vanguard of many culinary movements from sustainability and low waste to veganism and fusion cuisines.
From Berlin to Bavaria’s Alpine landscapes, Germany boasts an abundance of fine restaurants that showcase its diverse culinary landscape. Here are 20 Best Restaurants in Germany which showcase it best!
1. Grindhouse Burgers
Most people when thinking of high-end dining imagine grand restaurants like those found in Paris or Kyoto; but Germany boasts its own exceptional cuisine with 10 Michelin star-rated eateries that cover classic brewery fare to modern exotica, with many hidden away in rural locations.
Grindhouse Killer Burgers’ five-star Yelp rating showcases their wide variety of offerings for both meat lovers and vegans alike. Burgers at Grindhouse Killer Burgers come partially wrapped, stacked high with toppings ranging from sauteed mushrooms and black bean spread to cheese sauce and sauteed mushrooms, while their popular crinkle-cut fries come with Dirty South sauce, featuring pico de gallo, jalapenos, chipotle ranch dressing and shredded cheddar.
Chef Gabriel Kreuther is an adept Alsatian cook who creates dishes using seasonal, local ingredients with his rustic farmhouse restaurant in Alsace, which was awarded one Michelin star in 2021. After years of travel and tenure at other acclaimed establishments, Chef Kreuther decided to return home and open a place that bears his name – with an impressive wine list that displays both his devotion to Alsace as a region and passion for pairing wines with meals.
2. Restaurant Tim Raue
Tim Raue’s two-star Michelin restaurant stands as one of Berlin’s premier dining establishments, known for his imaginative and unconventional cooking style which has garnered him international acclaim – even being featured on Netflix’s Chef’s Table series!
Restaurant Tim Raue offers an exotic fusion of flavors from Japan, Thailand and China. After falling in love with Asian cuisine while travelling as a young man, Raue brought its elements back to Germany where his restaurant opened in 2010.
Raue is classically trained but his passion for Asian ingredients and flavors drives his cuisine. His goal is to achieve the ‘purity’ of eastern cuisine; this means removing side dishes such as bread, noodles and rice from plates while instead creating dynamic dishes that provide diners with an array of sensations.
The restaurant occupies a charming two-story building located in an unpretentious part of the city. The interior has been restored to its original state using natural wood and glass elements reminiscent of old world charm, while staff exude an inviting confidence while offering excellent customer service. Diners can select either from their a la carte menu or tasting menu.
3. Grünewald
Grunewald offers several choices for dining out in this upmarket neighborhood. Sonja Fruhsammer’s elegant restaurant provides elegant dishes while Viennese Conditorei Caffeehaus on Hagener Strasse is popular with coffee and pastry fans.
Grunewald’s forest, covering more than half its area, offers an oasis of peace away from city life. Aside from walking and jogging paths, it serves as an ideal spot for relaxation and recreation.
The neighborhood features several high-end shopping options, such as Blue Hawaii Cosmetics on Trabener Strasse and Viciro Jewelry Store on Hagener Strasse, respectively. Restaurant Scheune at Schlosshotel Grunewald and Konigsallee boutiques also provide unique shopping opportunities.
