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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-04-25

Leipzig offers a rich variety of dining options, with restaurants serving everything from international cuisine to traditional Saxon dishes such as Schnitzel, dumplings, and roast pork. The city's long-standing passion for coffee dates back to 1695 when coffee houses became popular meeting spots. It's no surprise, then, that Leipzig is home to a variety of cosy cafés, including one that ranks among the most famous in the world.

Auerbachs Keller

Auerbachs Keller

One of Leipzig's most renowned dining spots, Auerbachs Keller, started as a beer hall dating back to 1538. Today, it serves splendid traditional Saxon cuisine. Goethe, a regular patron, immortalised the venue by setting a scene from Faust — where Faust dines with the devil — within its walls. Visiting Auerbachs Keller, especially the Fasskeller (Barrel Cellar) where the scene from Faust is recreated, is essential when in Leipzig.

Ratskeller

Ratskeller

Ratskeller is a historic restaurant, over 100 years old, nestled beneath the New Town Hall in Leipzig. With its rustic and cosy interior, this large eatery serves traditional dishes from Germany and Saxony, making it an ideal spot to sample the local cuisine.

Apels Garten

Apels Garten

Apels Garten is a traditional restaurant in the heart of Leipzig, serving some of the most delicious Saxon dishes, which can be enjoyed either in the cosy restaurant itself or on the spacious terrace.

Restaurant Am Wasserschloss

Restaurant Am Wasserschloss

Enjoy fresh Mediterranean cuisine in this cosy and posh hotel restaurant with a beautiful view over the park from both the restaurant itself and the tranquil garden terrace. Be sure to try vegetarian versions of the most popular dishes.

Chang

Chang

Visiting Chang is like having a holiday within a holiday. The food and the atmosphere make you feel as if you have jumped on the plane and landed in Thailand. Stop by for fresh and powerful flavours.

Drogerie

Drogerie

Drogerie is a cosy restaurant that offers a menu of elevated German dishes, continually updated to take advantage of seasonal ingredients. The restaurant pairs its exquisite meals with a selection of both local and international wines.

Trattoria Don Antonio

Trattoria Don Antonio

Trattoria Don Antonio serves pizza, pasta and other typical Italian mains following the principles of 'fresh, simple and good'. Book a table in advance to enjoy a meal in the ample dining room or on the terrace.

Zills Tunnel

Zills Tunnel

Some might mistake this for a tourist trap, but Zills Tunnel is a lovely dining experience. Situated at the heart of the 'Drallewatsch' pub mile, Zills Tunnel has been a staple since 1841. This is one of the oldest inns in Leipzig, and they serve typical Saxon specialities.

Bayerischer Bahnhof

Bayerischer Bahnhof

Bayerischer Bahnhof is, just as the name implies, an old railway station. It has a great welcoming atmosphere and, of course, a long list of beer to choose from. The food is German and comes at reasonable prices.

Stadtpfeiffer

Stadtpfeiffer

Stadtpfeiffer is one of the most popular restaurants in town because of its amazing food and its great service. It is on the pricey side but there is a reason for why guests keep coming back year after year.

Epicerie Petite Marieke

Epicerie Petite Marieke

This lovely little place is mostly open daytime with amazing food made from scratch. The menu changes daily and this French place, of course, also has amazing desserts and good wine.

Leo's Brasserie

Leo's Brasserie

Leo's Brasserie is located in the city centre, close to Leipzig Hbf. It has a simple decor but is a great place for a quick lunch. On a nice day you can enjoy a cold beer out in the sun.

Café Hin & Veg

Café Hin & Veg

If vegetarian cuisine is what you're after, look no further than Café Hin & Veg. This vegan restaurant offers an extensive menu of fresh and creative meals. The ambiance is kind and warm, and the staff are fluent in English.

Ouzeri Was Kost Das

Ouzeri Was Kost Das

The idea to offer Greek food as tapas has really brought success for this family-owned restaurant. Great service, tasty food and a friendly atmosphere make you want to come back for more!

Phố Việt

Phố Việt

After indulging in rich, meaty German cuisine for a few days, you might find yourself craving something different. Phố Việt, conveniently located near the market square, serves an extensive menu of authentic Vietnamese dishes in a stylish, wood-lined dining room. The refreshing ice-cold teas come highly recommended.

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