Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Hamburg

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Hamburg? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Wolfs Junge

4.9

4.9 (260)

€51 and over

Organic

Uhlenhorst

About the restaurant

"Land- & Handmade" is the name of the game at the organic restaurant Wolfs Junge, which has now won several awards. The Michelin Guide, Gault Millau and Gusto have already recognised the consistently sustainable concept. It has also received awards from the Schweisfurth Foundation for Animal Welfare and the Bioland Association.
Head chef and owner Sebastian Junge completed his cookery apprenticeship at the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten and gained experience at organic farms, with bakers, butchers and farmers - which is visibly reflected in every detail of his dishes. As a member of the Slow Food Chefs Alliance and Hamburg's first & only organic top chef, Junge works in a highly sustainable manner & is in close contact with his producers.
Nose 2 Tail plays just as big a role in the restaurant as innovative vegetable cuisine. The team pursues the highest standards of craftsmanship and sustainability, grows its own vegetables and celebrates the preparation of good food.

Top review

ChristopherG

Dined on Jan 12, 2024

Delightful meal with a staff to match, knowledgeable about everything on the menu and multilingual too, making my evening as pleasant as possible.

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4 Gänge | 3 Weine

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Champagner Menu Wolfs Junge

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Wolfs Junges kleines Menu

Petit Amour, Spritzenplatz, Hamburg, Deutschland

4.9

4.9 (46)

€51 and over

International

Ottensen

About the restaurant

Unser Petit Amour hat bereits eine lange und erfolgreiche Geschichte - und nun schreiben wir sie seit Oktober 2023 mit neuem Küchenchef und Team weiter.

Wir bleiben dem Fine Dining treu und bieten Ihnen ein gesetztes 6 Gänge Menü an, welches noch um Zusatzgänge erweiterbar ist . Klassisches französisches Handwerk, feine Texturen, edle Aromen und hochwertige Zutaten zeichnen die Stilistik und die klare Formensprache der Genusskultur im Petit Amour aus.

Ob passende Alkoholfreie- oder Weinbegleitung, Flaschenweine oder auch ein anderes kühles Getränk - lassen Sie sich von uns rundum verwöhnen.

Wir freuen uns schon jetzt darauf Sie bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen

Das Team vom Restaurant Petit Amour

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AaronVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

I visited Hamburg with friends last weekend, and this restaurant was recommended. It was a 4 hour experience that we highly cherished. The staff were excellent, the atmosphere unpretentious, and the food exquisite. I would highly suggest the wine pairing. Looking forward to returning upon my next visit to this beautiful city.

Restaurant waterkant

4.8

4.8 (313)

€31 to €50

Fish

St.Pauli

About the restaurant

WATERKANT.
Fresh fish out of the open show kitchen.
Step into the waterkant restaurant and experience how first-class fish is prepared in the show kitchen. Chef Corey Mulsow and his team conjure up creative dishes with intense flavors from freshly caught fish and the "Catch of the Day". The culinary concept is underlined by the extraordinary design by British star architect David Chipperfield. Stylish and communicative - this is how the innovative restaurant presents itself and impresses with its clear lines and high-quality materials.

Start with an aperitif at the 6-metre-long counter of the waterkant bar or in the cozy lounge area before we spoil you with delicious fish dishes while your gaze wanders out of the panoramic windows on the second floor over the Blohm und Voss harbour docks.

Fancy some fish? Then make the waterkant your "Catch of the Day"!

By the way... meat lovers and vegetarians will also get their money's worth!

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Hend

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

I tried this restaurant today, and the experience was truly wonderful in every sense of the word. Every single dish I tried was incredibly delicious—so much so that I finished all of it, which is unusual for me! The service was excellent. I had actually made a reservation a while ago while I was still in Qatar, and I had requested that all dishes be alcohol-free and contain no meat, as I only eat halal food. To my surprise, everything exceeded my expectations. The flavors were exceptional—honestly, I was shocked at how tasty everything was! I sincerely thank all the staff for their warm hospitality, and a special thanks to the chef for the amazing food.

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Überraschungsmenü 2025

MENMO Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (26)

€30 and under

Vietnamese

Winterhude

About the restaurant

Welcome to MENMO - not another Vietnamese!
- nominated as Best Newcomer 2025 -

Fed up of eating tasteless food? We serve damn good Vietnamese food with bold, authentic flavours with a modern twist.

We focus on old-school Vietnamese fermentation techniques to bring out the umami and depth of flavour.

Let's make MENMOries now! Reserve a table or walk-in.
See ya!

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Michael

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Super tolles Essen, endlich mal was anderes. Sehr netter Service

Salt & Silver Hamburg

4.7

4.7 (602)

€51 and over

Global, International

St.Pauli

About the restaurant

Lean back, enjoy a great bottle of wine from a remote, hot land and taste the tastiest dishes that inspired us on our travels. We think that sharing is something nice, so we have also designed the map in the restaurant on the principle of "family dinner". Just as we have learned to love it in our host families all over the world, we put the dishes of your choice in the middle of the table and you use it to your heart's content. We wish you a pleasant journey through the menu!

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andy

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Really delicious food and super nice service. It was a little bit slow considering we were allocated a 2.5 hour for 5 small courses. I felt it was somewhat expensive for what we got, but it was a lovely meal.

Yakú

4.7

4.7 (192)

€30 and under

Peruvian

Rotherbaum

About the restaurant

Freunde von Hamburg, wir grüßen euch heute ganz herzlich und heißen Euch mit offenen Armen willkommen! Hier in dieser kulturell heterogenen Nachbarschaft machen wir unsere Geschichte zu einem Teil der Erfahrung der Gäste. Yaku ist ein Ort, der in Hamburg einzigartig sein will, ohne Bezug. Wo die Menschen aus aller Welt das Yaku-Konzept verstehen können, das weder besser noch schlechter ist als andere, dass aber nur hier erlebt werden kann. Jedes kulinarische Erlebnis ist einzigartig, wir sind aber davon überzeugt, unsere Gäste zu unseren Ursprüngen zu bringen. Das ist genau unser Konzept, Yaku als Heimat, in der es am wichtigsten ist, unsere Kultur zu schätzen – die Lebensweise, die Sitten und viel Mühe.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 26, 2024

Only one comment: the tables are too close to each other.

koer - kulinarik & bar

4.7

4.7 (87)

€51 and over

Market Cuisine

Winterhude

About the restaurant

‚in de köör gahn‘ | making a selection
The old regional German term is the essence of our word creation and expression of our name. Koer stands for a selection and demand for quality ingredients and preparation, embodying a symbiosis of modern market cuisine and convivial bar atmosphere. It represents an inspiring culinary experience through the art of cooking and a memorable encounter with hospitality. The team of chefs, bartenders and hosts looks forward to experiencing and bringing to life the world of gastronomy with you.

Modern Market Cuisine
We celebrate the diversity of seasonal and regional produce. Creativity and craftsmanship promise a journey through aromas, flavors, and textures.

Bar
We serve exceptional creations, selected wines, neo|classics of mixology, and non-alcoholic alternatives.

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BeatriceVIP

Dined on May 10, 2025

Great food as always however service a little slower than usual

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Kœr Menü | Carte Blanche

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Sonntags Menü | Carte Blanche

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Schlemmer Sommer Menü | Carte Blanche

Tim's Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (178)

€31 to €50

International

Altona-Altstadt

About the restaurant

Das Tim's befindet sich am Hamburger Fischmarkt, direkt an der Elbe. Man hat einen fantastischen Blick über die Wahrzeichen der Stadt, wie z.B. Michel, Elbphilharmonie und den Landungsbrücken. Vorbei fahren Kreuzfahrt- und Containerschiffe, sowie die Barkassen, Schlepper und Motorboote. Im Sommer sitzen Sie noch näher dran auf der großzügigen Terrasse.

Der Innenraum besticht durch zeitlose Eleganz, die auch eine Gemütlichkeit verkörpert und zum Verweilen einlädt. Die Materialen sind hochwertig und auf einander abgestimmt.

Philipp Stapel ist der Chef am Herd und begeistert durch einen Küchenstil, der Produkte zu einem kulinarischen Genuss verschmelzt, ohne dabei den Geschmack des Gastes aus den Augen zu verlieren. Freuen Sie sich auf eine Internationale Karte mit norddeutschen Einflüssen und wählen Sie die perfekte Begleitung aus unserer ca. 100 Positionen umfassenden Weinkarte.

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William

Dined on Oct 12, 2024

Express great. Location was perfect and service was great. Drive from Bremen to experience the food and location. Well worth the effort.

GO by Steffen Henssler Elbvororte

4.6

4.6 (16)

€31 to €50

Sushi

Groß Flottbek

About the restaurant

Das Restaurant GO by Steffen Henssler bietet außergewöhnlich kreative Japanische Küche auf exzellentem Niveau.
In unserem kleinen aber feinem Restaurant in den Elbvororten verwöhnen wir Sie mit unseren Sushikreationen und tollen Signature Drinks.

Nara Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (13)

€31 to €50

Tempura

St.Pauli

About the restaurant

Japanese flavors reinterpreted – modern, creative, and unique.

In the heart of St. Pauli, Japanese cuisine meets international trends. Nara combines a stylish ambiance with a menu that blends traditional Japanese elements with creative, modern influences. Every dish is a harmonious composition of flavor and aesthetics.

Our elegant bar focuses on innovative cocktails and a selection of premium spirits. Here, Japanese inspirations merge with international classics – always with a unique twist. Our wine list also impresses with a curated selection of fine wines.

Nara is more than just a place to eat – it’s an experience where Japan and the world come together in a refined, modern, and unmistakable way.

Centrally located and easily accessible in the heart of St. Pauli.

Top review

Hakan

Dined on Mar 5, 2025

It was a great experience. We are guests in the hotel which belongs to the restaurant. We had a nice Diner with a top service. Great Cocktails, perfect and tender steaks, perfect sushi’s. All over a very high class restaurant and hotel.

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Kleine Starter – großer Geschmack!

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NARA Late Night - Sushi & DJ Set

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Omakase 4 Gänge Menü - ab 2 Personen

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