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Cuisine of Essen for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Schloss Schellenberg in Essen-Rellinghausen Among five hundred attractive restaurants in Essen travelers especially appreciate several dining places. The famous brasserie DAMPFE - das Borbecker Brauhaus specializes in dishes of national cuisine and offers visitors a wide selection of beers. In addition to their favorite beer, visitors can have interesting meat meals, entrees and French fries; all branded treats in the restaurant are very simple, affordable and nutritious. DAMPFE - das Borbecker Brauhaus is situated in the old brewery, which makes it even more charming.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Essen
1. The main train station in Essen is one of the most advanced in Germany, so you can get to almost any city in the country from it. Tourists who expect to visit nearby towns are recommended … Open
Besides popular German dishes, you can enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine in the Der Bonner Hof. Each day, the restaurant is visited by hundreds of German cuisine fans, as well as those who can’t imagine a meal without delicious fish dishes.
The Der Kleine Zodiac restaurant is an attractive budget place; pizza is its branded treat. A range of interesting dishes is available for vegetarians. Competitive prices and quality service are main features of the place. In the evening, the restaurant is always full of visitors, so it is advisable to book a table in advance. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Essen sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Essen starts its history in 800 AD, from the moment of the foundation of Verdun Abbey. It was the abbey which gave birth to this city. Essen is widely known for its exhibitions that are … Open
Those who are used to rest in trendy and lively places should pay attention to the Turkish restaurant Tablo. Stylish and bright, it has long been popular among young travelers. Among branded treats there are roasted lamb and fish dishes. Sweet Coffee Pirates is a notable cafe; a choice of desserts is simply huge and the service is always great. It is the perfect place to relax after exploring the city; there you can enjoy a cup of coffee and the serene atmosphere.
Schloss Borbeck in Essen-Borbeck Officina and La Grappa are notable Italian restaurants. They feature very attractive prices; simple and affordable dishes will impress even connoisseurs of Italian cooking. Both restaurants have extensive wine card; tasting premium beverages is a part of the meal.
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Reference information
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Essen
♥   Restaurant 'La Grappa' ESSEN. Type - Italian. 0.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'BISTECCA' Essen-Rüttenscheid. Type - Meats and grills. 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Schote' Essen-Rüttenscheid. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Rotisserie du Sommelier' Essen-Rüttenscheid. Type - Classic French. 2.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Casino Zollverein' Essen-Katernberg. Type - International. 4.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Parkhaus Hügel' Essen-Bredeney. Type - Market cuisine. 5.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Hannappel' Essen-Horst. Type - Modern cuisine. 6.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'am Kamin' MÜLHEIM AN DER RUHR. Type - Modern cuisine. 8.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Hackbarth’s Restaurant' OBERHAUSEN. Type - Creative. 11 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Kais' Mülheim-Saarn. Type - Mediterranean cuisine|Meats and grills. 11.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique sights around Essen

Dom Cologne Cathedral

From the series “Gothic Architecture – Magnificent Monuments”
Check on the map:   Distance from Essen center - 57.2 km.
A beautiful sculpture of the Milan Madonna is located in the cathedral. It is also considered an outstanding sculptural creation in the Gothic style. Many beautiful legends are associated with Cologne Cathedral. According to one of them, the devil helped the architect Gerhard make drawings of the unique facade. The architect's wife managed to outwit the devil and save her husband's soul from a terrible fate. Another legend says that the devil was so angry at the deception that he predicted the end of the world on the day when the cathedral will be completed. Perhaps this is why one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world was never completed. … Read further

Abteiberg Museum

From the series “Famous buildings of Postmodern architecture”
Check on the map:   Distance from Essen center - 50 km.
The year 1901 is considered the official date of the museum's foundation. It occupied several rooms in the city hall building for the first three years of its existence. The museum moved to the former Protestant school building in 1904. It was located there until 1925. The museum was moved to the Karl-Brandt House in 1926. It stayed there until 1944. This historic building was destroyed during the Second World War. So the museum had to find a new location. It was located in the Oskar-Kühlen-Haus building until 1982. The museum building is an outstanding architectural landmark of Monchengladbach today. … Read further

Cuisine and restaurants in the neighbours of Essen

Gelsenkirchen
Among Italian restaurants, it is worth noting Vasco da Gama, which won recognition among both holidaymakers and local residents. The restaurant's menu is regularly updated and complemented by new culinary masterpieces. Visitors should definitely try risotto and ... Open »
Oberhausen
Some Oberhausen bars deserve special gourmets' attention, too. Not far from the city center is Brauhaus Zeche Jacobi that would be of interest to all fans of beer and typical German foods. In addition to beer, you can order various types of sausages, french fries with ... Open »
Bochum
Livingroom restaurant offers a rich choice of national cuisine dishes and delicious desserts. It is perfectly suitable for groups of visitors. Livingroom accepts guests until late at night and offers an interesting entertainment program. The spacious hall of the ... Open »
Duisburg
One can see numerous fast food facilities right at every step in Duisburg. They are not similar to those that can be found in other European cities. Various sausages are considered the main specialty of these establishments. Sausages are usually served with sauce or ... Open »
Wuppertal
Fans of Italian cuisine should definitely not forget to visit the restaurant of San Leo. This is the place where visitors will be offered to try several types of crispy pizzas, seafood salads, delicious meat dishes and tender risotto. Order can be supplemented with ... Open »
Dusseldorf
The opening a Thai restaurant called Baan Thai took place more than twenty years ago. Initially the residents of the city were rather skeptical about that restaurant. Today Baan Thai is one of the most popular restaurants in the city as this is the only place where ... Open »
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