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 Chic Lakeside Cafe |
An der Alster Hamburg 20099 Germany +49 40 2805 6846 http://www.a-mora.com/ |
Sip on a refreshing beverage and enjoy the view of Aussenalster, a scenic lake in the North part of the city. This area is particularly trendy but not too touristy, so you'll get a feel for the true European marina lifestyle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upmarket café with wonderful views of the Alster |
Jungfernstieg 54 Hamburg, Hamburg 20354 Germany +49 (0)40 350 1870 |
The Alsterpavillon is now run by the Alex chain and boasts folding glass walls, ten open-plan kitchens and space for concerts, exhibitions and functions for up to 800 people. The original pavilion was built in 1799 and has always been popular with day-trippers, shoppers and sun worshippers. Located opposite Jungfernstieg shopping street, this is a great place to stop off for a coffee, beer or cocktail. The views over Lake Alster are fantastic, the prices accordingly steep. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashionable café and pub |
Hafenstraße 140 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 3179 3880 |
Located near the harbour, Amphore is an idyllic spot in the middle of the city, offering spectacular views of the River Elbe and the shipyards. The place attracts a mix of trendy young regulars, often clad in expensive clothes, Ray Bans and carrying mobile phones. But plenty of other people pop by during the day for a cup of coffee, a quick read through the daily papers and to enjoy the view. A flight of stairs leads down to the Golden Pudel Club. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bagels - now in Hamburg |
Grindelallee 32 Univiertel Hamburg, Hamburg 20146 Germany +49 (0)40 4146 6610 http://bagel-park.de |
Bagels, a New York speciality, are now also available in Hamburg. The newly opened Bagel Park is located in the university district and so is mostly frequented by students. Bagel fans participating in a congress at the CCH will not regret the five minutes walk. The shop is modern and light, except for two comfortable old sofas and a stucco ceiling. The bagels are served with different fillings, for example turkey, salmon, roast beef, chilli and vegetarian. Good Morning Bagels are also available. Prices range from EUR 1.4-3.4. There are various sorts of coffee, tea, and juices also from EUR 1.5-2.7. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An Alster view and good service |
Fernsicht 2 Hamburg, Hamburg 22301 Germany +49 (0)40 48 7824 http://www.bobbyreich.de/ |
Bobby Reich's spic and span restaurant and café is one of the most popular locations alongside the Greater Alster lake. It presides over a beautiful view, a beautiful crowd and a pleasant atmosphere. In summer, it can easily become a problem to get hold of a free seat outside on the jetty, although there are 250 of them. The staff might take a while to deliver all the orders when the place is busy, but regulars usually don't mind waiting. In winter, up to 100 guests can sit inside and enjoy a hot drink or a glass of mulled wine and the newspaper. Hot meals such as turkey slices, plain cooking and fish at reasonable prices are available from midday until 3pm and from 6-11p. Apart from beer, wine, champagne, long drinks and cocktails, you can get soft drinks and hot drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great location on Lake Alster |
Harvestehuder Weg 1b Hamburg, Hamburg 20148 Germany +49 (0)40 410 3525 |
Harvestehude-one of Hamburg's most exclusive districts-is a popular place for sunbathing, picnicking and socialising on the banks of Lake Alster. The upper-class locals enjoy relaxing on the chaise lounges, while numerous office workers and business people spend their short lunch breaks here. Despite the bustle at this busy café, there is always time for some sun and a bit of socializing. Even if you aren't in the mood to catch some rays, a visit to this popular little café on the pier is still highly recommended. The view is included in the prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice spot for a breather |
Adolphsbrücke 7 Hamburg, Hamburg 20457 Germany +49 (0)40 36 7740 http://www.brauhaus-joh-albrec... |
The Brauhaus Joh. Albrecht is a real pub, complete with barrels, beer tables, and copper kettles. It is quite cosy with an unusual ambience. The view of the Alster Canal can be described as unique, as can the two house beers: the dark Kupfer and the light Messing. This is a pleasant place in which to relax after browsing the shops and braving the bustle of the city. On their first visit, many people discover that the Brauhaus is well worth revisiting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cakes and breakfast near the campus |
Grindelallee 148 Hamburg, Hamburg 20146 Germany |
The Backwahn Cafe is located in the lively university district close to the campus. It has no connection to the Baghwan, despite the similarity in name, but offers excellent homemade bakery products. Unsurprisingly the Backwahn is a haunt of young people and students, but elderly Hamburgers can also be spotted here. Changing decorations with pictures and scultures can be admired here. As the place is always pretty busy, you sometimes have to stand at one of the tables. Apart from the gorgeous gateaus and cakes there are several different small or large breakfasts ranging from sweet to tasty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming Hanseatic cafe |
Eppendorfer Landstraße 88 Hamburg, Hamburg 20249 Germany +49 (0)40 480 6000 http://www.konditorei-lindtner.de |
The Lindtner cafe in the beautiful Eppendorf district is traditional with a certain Hanseatic charm. It's not cheap, but a great place for a quiet cup of coffee and a quick read through the daily papers or a chat. The stylish ambiance at Lindtner´s attracts different types of people who like to watch and be watched, and treat themselves to something nice. In summer, you can sit outside and watch the bustle in the shopping street. Apart from a great variety of cakes and gorgeous gateaux, the cafe has several breakfast variations and a large buffet. Lots of sweet treats are also available for take away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A cup of coffee and a magazine |
Wohlwillstraße 49 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 4318 2112 http://www.caffe-latte.de/ |
This is one of Wohlwillstraes nice little inviting gastronomic businesses. From the inside you can watch the streetlife through the former shops large windows, while on the other hand plants keep people from looking in. In good weather there is also enough room at the entrance to sit outside. With one of the cafe's magazines in one hand and a good cup of coffee in the other you can spend brilliant lazy afternoons here. Those who like to sleep can still order one of the four breakfast variations later on, enjoy the daily lunch special or some delicious antipasti. A freshly made fruit cocktail wakes you up and makes for a good start to the day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A bit of Portugal on the Grindelallee |
Grindelallee 44 Hamburg, Hamburg 20146 Germany +49 (0)40 4503 9775 |
There are people who say that a Portuguese coffee is the best you can get. The Café Aramon at Grindelallee is a fine location to prove it. It's not just students who come here to relax a little from life´s hectic moments with some nice cake or a filled croissant and a look at the newspaper. Despite a rather plain interior-a long bar and a few stand-up tables with high benches-the Café Aramon seems to be like an oasis when you enter. That could be because it is so quiet compared to the busy Grindelallee, but the relaxed atmosphere and the friendly staff also contribute to this impression. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Café, roast house and pizza place in one |
Große Brunnenstraße 60 Hamburg, Hamburg 22763 Germany +49 (0)40 390 5511 |
This pleasant café in Ottensen is remarkably versatile. It is a café, a restaurant with first class fresh pizza, and a coffee roasting house in one. At the Katelbach you can enjoy a cup of ground coffee or a tasty snack and browse through its many magazines for hours. The fine coffee which is roasted in the basement here is also rather popular in surrounding cafes and restaurants. The crisp, faintly smoky pizza with freshly prepared toppings is excellent, as are the beautiful evening meals and the homemade biscuits at the Katelbach. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The perfect start |
Hudtwalckerstraße 1 Hamburg, Hamburg 22299 Germany +49 (0)40 46 4856 |
A calm and peaceful oasis, this café in the beautiful neighbourhood of Eppendorf is an address that comes highly recommended. If you are looking for Sunday brunch, an afternoon cup of coffee or a place to stop while exploring Lake Alster, Café Leinpfad is always worth a visit. The view of the lake is excellent and very relaxing, featuring rowers, swans and Eppendorf Church. A chilly day needn't ruin the fun: the terrace is heated in spring and autumn! Prices for beverages start at. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Never boring |
Detlef-Bremer Straße 16 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 31 5719 http://www.cafe-miller.de/ |
Along with rock and soul music at a pleasant volume, you can have an excellent large breakfast here. There are various options-vegetarian, vegan, French, and many more variations can be tried out, so there is always something new on the breakfast table. The rooms are decorated in nice warm hues and they are well aired. But there is more than a perfect breakfast available here. The mixed regulars play boardgames, and there will soon be a computer for internet surfers as well. The owner is also planning to have readings, exhibitions and concerts here. The Miller is a pleasant place to go with reasonable prices and a nice crowd. Longdrinks are only half price on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exotic cafe with a mixed crowd of regulars |
Marktstraße 21a Hamburg, Hamburg 20357 Germany +49 (0)40 439 2137 |
The Cafe Oriental is as colorful as its surroundings and invites you to stop and have a cup of coffee on a shopping tour along the in-scene shops of Marktstraße. You can even have breakfast here until 3p, and not just on Sundays. The scent of joss sticks, which is almost omni-present throughout the entire neighborhood, becomes more intense here and creates an exotic atmosphere along with a number of Oriental accessories. All kinds of different people feel at home here, you will see old and young hippies as well as punks with their four legged companions. But as a normal person you are also welcome to stay a while and try one of the several coffee variations or choose a bite from the varied menu at the cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Open-air café in the botanical gardens |
Gorch-Fock-Wall 4 Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 34 0113 |
This open-air café certainly lives up to its name (meaning 'beautiful views'), situated as it is in the heart of the botanical gardens. It has a spacious terrace and is a café, beer garden and club, all in one. Visitors can come here for breakfast (or a buffet brunch on Saturdays); for coffee and cake in the afternoon; for dinner in the evening or groove to the sound of house and soul at night. There is an 'after work club' at 7p every other Thursday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mirror, mirror on the wall |
Wiesenstraße 46 Hamburg, Hamburg c Germany +49 (0)40 49 3131 |
Mirrors, maybe too many mirrors everywhere, long ostrich legs and a wonderful beer garden in the summer-these are the trademarks of the popular and pleasant Cafe Strauss in Eimsbüttel. The rooms appear very large and bright, and the mainly wooden interior has been kept rather plain. There is always nice and friendly service at the café. An arch with plants marks the inviting entrance to the beautiful open-air area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For the theatre people! |
Gaußstrasse 190 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 3060 3422 http://www.restaurant-cafe-the... |
As the name suggests, this café is located next to two of the most well-known theatres in Hamburg - the Probebuhne and the Thalia Theatre. The crowd generally comprises of the regular theatre-goers who love to discuss and analyze the plays, making this café an ideal venue for a pre or post theatre drink. The menu consists of light fare as well as delicious French and Italian main course dishes. For post theatre diners, a special limited menu is available, so even if your play ends later than expected, you won't go hungry! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All multi-cultural in Schanzenviertel |
Juliusstraße 16 Hamburg, Hamburg 22769 Germany +49 (0)40 43 8140 http://www.cafe-unter-den-lind... |
The charm and flair of the Schanzenviertel is concentrated here. Punks, kids, intellectuals and everyday people all come to this place with its garish green walls and 50's decor. The café is actually surrounded by the lime-trees, which are the inspiration for its name. They certainly contribute to its popularity and make people want to stay that little bit longer, as do the 10 daily newspapers and the many magazines for customers to read over coffee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All aboard! |
Ballindamm Hamburg, Hamburg 20095 Germany +49 (0)40 33 6342 http://www.cafebarwien.de/ |
Located aboard a former 'Alsterdampfer' steamer, Café Wien attracts a mixed crowd of regulars. Business people and casually-dressed locals are just as common a sight as trendy young things. The choice of coffee and cake is too good to save for just Sunday afternoons. Should you arrive early enough in the summer, you can claim a sunny seat on the floating pontoon. Despite an average of 157 rainy days a year in Hamburg, there is no need to despair-the cozy rooms provide the perfect shelter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffee and newspapers in a quiet atmosphere |
Gärtnerstraße 30 Hamburg, Hamburg 20253 Germany +49 (0)40 422 6611 |
If you are looking for a place to go to in order to recover from the exertions of life in the city you might find it at the Café da Vinci. Here you can enjoy a nice cup of tea or coffee in peace, read the papers, and switch off for a while (even the mobile phone). That is what regulars associate with this oasis of many plants and a Mona Lisa on the wall. Delicious ice-cream and homemade cakes are especially recommended along with your hot drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exquisite cuisine in Teufelsbrück |
Schiffsanleger Teufelsbrück Hamburg, Hamburg 22609 Germany +49 (0)40 82 4187 http://www.restaurant-engel.de |
This popular restaurant at the Teufelsbrück has large windows looking out on to the exclusive scenery. It offers high-class à la carte cuisine, and is a perfect place for a good cup of coffee and a piece of cake in the afternoon. The extraordinary view of the Elbe and the passing ships is best enjoyed from one of the two terraces. At mealtimes and during the peak season it can become very busy here. From 10am-2.30pm there's an exquisite brunch available. Coffee and juice are included in the price. In the afternoon, cakes and gateaux are on the menu. Hot meals are prepared until 10.30pm. There are excellent main courses with fish or meat and very nice side dishes on the menu, all a bit expensive, but their high quality justifies the price. All the meals here are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food and drink at the shopping mall |
Große Bleichen 16 Hamburg, Hamburg 20354 Germany +49 (0)40 34 3464 |
On a long nice shopping tour of the city centre shops and arcades you will need a break at some point. The Cappuccino at the Hof-Passage is a good location for such a break. You sit aside from the hectic life and the bustle but you are yet right in the middle of it, as the café and restaurant provides a good view of the restless shoppers. The café is usually very busy, so the noise level is not exactly relaxing. But the menu is very nice. In addition to the hot drink which gave the place its name, there is a choice of sophisticated hot meals to supply you with the energy you need for another round of shopping. Tagliatella with salmon and Chinese mushrooms, fresh fruit with vanilla ice-cream and cream Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Soak up the atmosphere |
Fährdamm 13 Hamburg, Hamburg 20148 Germany +49 (0)40 44 2719 |
There could hardly be a more romantic location for a bar. The Cliff is situated in a park on the banks of lake Alster. In the evenings, this is the place to go for Hamburg's young and professional, which unfortunately means that all the seats can quickly be taken. Not a surprise really, considering the scenery-rowers and sailing boats floating past, joggers, sun-worshippers, people out for a walk and all this framed in a beautiful sunset. The crowd seem very approachable and are out simply to enjoy themselves. This is a good place for the famous second date, but also for a night out in a group. A word of advice: the drinks don't come cheap! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hamburg congress centre |
Marseiller Straße 1 Univiertel Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 3569 x0 (Büro) http://www.cch.de/ |
Hamburg Congress has 19 large function rooms for up to 10,000 people, and is one of the biggest modern event venues in Europe. 200 annual congresses, meetings, lectures and conferences take place here, and just as many high-carat cultural events, such as concerts with renowned international artists and balls. A hotel and several restaurants and cafés are part of the complex, and Dammtor station, as well as the 12 trade fair halls, with a total of over 64,000 square metres of showrooms, are within walking distance. The sound quality at the exquisite CCH concerts is excellent. An audience of up to 3,000 people can be seated in Saal I. The homepage has information on services, equipment and package arrangements, as well as the current programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A French atmosphere in Winterhude |
Mühlenkamp 18 Hamburg, Hamburg 22303 Germany +49 (0)40 27 3439 |
Thanks to the Winterhude Crêperie in Hamburg, you can choose from more than 36 toppings ranging from sweet to salty. Watching the crêpes being prepared is fun already, and in good weather you can sit outside at the busy road - just like the French. If you would already like to enjoy the good food in the morning - the Crêperie also offers breakfast variations at moderate prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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If you like ice-cream, you'll love this |
Bei der Reitbahn 2 Hamburg, Hamburg 22763 Germany +49 (0)40 3980 8482 |
This little ice-cream parlour is a great place for a daily visit if your wallet and conscience agree. It is the perfect stop after a shopping trip to busy Altona. If you are on the Ottenser Hauptstraße, this nice and quiet ice-cream oasis is reached in just a few minutes by walking from the Mercado shopping arcade. In good weather an ice-cream, espresso or milkshake can be very refreshing whilst sitting on the bench in front. The ice-cream is homemade by the owners and a single cone only costs (EUR 0.5). The parlour's interior may be a bit plain, but that doesn't mean it isn't comfortable. You can sit on the broad bench at the window with your back to the bricks - which children have decorated with those classic paper umbrellas we all used to love when we were young. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Winter garden cafe at the museum |
Holstenwall 24 Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 317 4766 / +49 (0)40 35 3122 http://www.fees-hamburg.de/ |
The lovely restaurant can be found in the exotic winter garden of the Museum of Hamburg's History. The unusual ambience alone makes it worth a visit. Not just museum visitors enjoy a nice cup of tea or coffee and some cake here. You can sit at little tables under a vaulted glass ceiling surrounded by palm trees and other large plants. It is almost like being in an arbour. In summer the terrace is also open to guests. On Sundays you can get a brunch at the Fees for (EUR 14) with hot drinks included. À la carte breakfast is also available from approx. (EUR 5-8.50) and the cakes are also highly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leisure and holiday atmosphere |
Hofweg 103 Hamburg, Hamburg 22085 Germany +49 (0)40 229 0540 |
The Cafe Fiedler´s has an excellent location on the tributary of the river Alster. Ferries pass by here on their way to the Mühlenkamp berth and you can drink a cup of coffee with a lovely view of the waterfront. When the sun is shining you can sit outside on a spacious terrace, and when it's cold a seat in the gallery with its amazing view is recommended. The basement is also comfortable. But all the seats are occupied and a visit to this busy café is not the general idea of peace and quiet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pleasant cafe for women |
Dragonerstall 11 Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 35 1616 http://www.cafe-endlich.de/ |
Frauencafé Endlich is part of the Frauenhotel Hanseatin, which caters exclusively for women. Situated in the middle of the New Town, with the historic Bäckerbreitergang and Musikhalle just a stone's throw away, you could combine a visit to the café with a walk through Planten un Blomen park and the Wallanlagen. The garden is particularly pleasant in the summer and is also open to non-hotel guests - as long as they are female! The delicious Sunday breakfast buffet is highly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Restaurant and café in the Sachsenwald |
Am Mühlenteich 2 Hamburg, Schleswig-Holstein 21521 Germany |
The name of this restaurant (silence of the woods) at the mill pond in Aumühle can be taken literally, as you can walk right into the Sachsenwald forest from here. The traditional restaurant has a large terrace facing the pond, and lots of hunting trophies on the walls. Apart from a good meal you can also enjoy miniature golf and pedalo tours here. The Gasthaus offers local speciality cuisine. In the summer there are additional barbeque nights three times a week. The wine-list is excellent, and a cup of coffee or tea with a piece of cake is also delicious here - not just on a Sunday afternoon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pub with wicker-work furniture |
Bahrenfelder Straße 132 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 8510 8466 |
The Gazoline manages to remain stylish, yet uncomplicated. During the day it is mainly a café with cappuccinos and delicious cakes, and in the evening it becomes a pub with fresh draught beer. In summer you can sit outside on the pavement and watch the shoppers browsing on Bahrenfelder Straße. The Gazoline looks tiny from the outside - there is just enough room for one table and some armchairs at the window. The café is not that small at all, though, but rather oblong. If you pass the bar with the stand-up seats, you will get to the larger back room of the café-bar. There are candles and fresh flowers on the tables, and awfully comfy wicker-work chairs. This might seem a bit strange, but it is never boring-this is the right place for a pleasant conversation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheerful pub and café in Ottensen |
Bahrenfelder Straße 176 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 390 1924 http://www.insbeth.de/ |
Although located directly on the rather busy Bahrenfelder Straße - Ottensen´s main road - the Insbeth is a very cosy place. While its outer walls are covered in plants, its interior is multi-coloured and the ceiling resembles a starry sky. Everybody seems to like the pleasant atmosphere here and thus the pub can get very busy. The Insbeth crowd might have to sit a little closer to each other sometimes, especially on weekends. There is a large breakfast available from 10am-2.30pm Mon-Sat, and a breakfast buffet on Sundays; The café also offers snacks like soups, sandwiches and cakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffee and kites |
Osterstraße 20 Hamburg, Hamburg 20259 Germany +49 (0)40 27 2393 http://www.wolkenstuermer.de |
Until last year, Wolkenstürmer was just a normal kite shop, but a lot has changed since the new branch was opened in Eimsbüttel. Owner Christiane Lienau has now incorporated a café into the shop, which is very tastefully decorated. Guests can now enjoy Italian coffee-specialities such as cappuccino, espresso and the like-surrounded by colourful kites. An interesting choice of syrups is available to give your coffee a bit of extra flavour-caramel, tiramisu, Irish coffee or banana, to name but a few. You can accompany your coffee with a muffin or doughnut, or just watch a video and have a chat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The smallest bar on Kiez |
Beim Grünen Jäger 1 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 439 6675 |
This, the smallest bar on Kiez, is always packed. Admittedly, it holds but a handful of people and on weekend and during the summer months the crowd can get so large that the pub takes over the whole pavement outside. The name (meaning 'house of cure') might not be taken too literally at night, but on sunny afternoons it is a great place for a cup of coffee and is the perfect antidote for work stress. To keep the decor interesting, the room is regularly redesigned and given a new lick of paint. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Literary retreat |
Schwanenwik 38 (Im Literaturhaus) Hamburg, Hamburg 22087 Germany +49 (0)40 220 1300 / +49 (0)40 220 1309 http://www.literaturhauscafe.d... |
Switch off and enjoy a bit of luxury in the company of cherubs, stucco and chandeliers. The Great Hall of this former girls' school is the perfect place to sip on a cappuccino and read one of the classics which line the bookshelves. A popular breakfast location, guests could take a walk around nearby Lake Alster to work off the calories afterwards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashion shop and nice café in one |
Klaus Goth Strasse 96 Hamburg, Hamburg 20354 Germany +49 (0)40 35 3142 |
You have to go downstairs to reach this shop's showroom in the Galleria shopping arcade, although one might perhaps rather expect a loft upstairs. Apart from the trendy clubwear available here, the place has got its own café, where you can take a break and consider extravagant purchases before strolling towards the counter. The majority of young customers who like Pepe or Daniel Poole's fashion make frequent use of this option. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Friendly cafe with flair |
Blankeneser Landstraße 29 Hamburg, Hamburg 22587 Germany +49 (0)40 86 3442 http://www.luehmanns-teestube.de/ |
This place is like a typical student refectory - slightly chaotic, fun, friendly, with the aroma of tea and coffee, and breakfast is available at midday. Among other nice things, the café offers excellent English teas and delicious scones. The best spot for a cup of tea and a piece of cake is the lovely veranda at Lühmann's, where subdued classical music creates a pleasant atmosphere. The cafe is not solely for students; families and former students are also among the regulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Actors & performers |
Karpfangerstraße 20 Hamburg, Hamburg 20459 Germany +49 (0)40 31 4473 |
The Massimo is one of the best-kept secrets amongst Hamburg's up-and-coming celebrities. It is as charming as an Italian street café and knows how to attract its customers. In good weather, customers can enjoy a fantastic café-au-lait in the sunshine. The regulars at the Massimo are for the most part rather well off and it suits its southern charm that the café-restaurant closes its doors from 3-6pm for a siesta; guests can indulge in exclusive delicacies again in the early evening. The menu offers some unusual specialities and if any seem too exotic to decipher from the menu alone, you can always get advice from the chef himself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Place for (not only) homeless people |
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Straße 81 Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 2805 1462 |
The Mission is an original place with real characters. A team of former homeless people organise daily cultural entertainment with live music, drama groups and performances in order to bring homeless people together. "Creative measures against coldness" you might call it. There are frequent independent music events with real "independent" bands in the literal sense of the word. So if you would like to spend an evening with lots of interesting and exciting people, you should pay a visit to the Mission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tiny bar with young clientele |
Krugkoppel 1 Harvestehude Hamburg 20149 Germany +49 (0)40 44 4926 http://www.red-dog-hamburg.de |
One of Hamburg's smallest cocktail bars, Red Dog is an insider tip and a wonderful place to watch the sun go down over the city. Nobody seems to mind that the pint-sized building- formerly a public toilet-has only extremely limited seating. The bar is known for its 'Mintmeyer', a unique drink which is the specialty of the house. Please note that Red Dog is only open with any regularity during the summer and that it can be quite difficult to find a parking space as the bar is located near the Krugkoppelbrücke Bridge in the heart of the city. Drinks start at . Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Relax and let others do the work |
Övelgönne 1 Hamburg, Hamburg 22605 Germany +49 (0)40 390 3443 |
Located directly on the banks of the River Elbe, the Elbterrassen is wonderfully romantic and is a great place to relax and watch the ships leisurely approach and leave the harbour. Evenings are also atmospheric, as the terrace overlooks the harbour, and you can watch the dock workers hurriedly going about their business. Isn't the first beer after work that much more pleasurable when you can watch other people who are still working? Although busy, it is normally easy to find a table. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artists' bar |
Schulterblatt 83 Hamburg, Hamburg 20357 Germany +49 (0)40 439 2828 |
Differently decorated, but always busy meeting point for the artists, intellectuals, and movers and shakers of the international family of the Schanzenviertel. During the day you can drink a cup of coffee and chat in peace here, while at night the noise level rises along with the number of guests. There are interesting little pictures on the high walls to keep your eyes occupied. The furniture is rather plain, but not uncomfortable. In front of the Saal II the lively and colorful district´s everyday-life takes place and makes you wonder how so many twenty-somethings can afford so much leisure time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designed by Hundertwasser |
Behringstraße 42-44 Hamburg, Hamburg 22763 Germany +49 (0)40 3990 3603 http://www.Stadtcafe.com |
While the unique style of this café attracts art lovers from far and wide, it is also popular with locals. The design is based on sketches by the legendary Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. A gallery, tower, numerous plants and an integrated travel agent have turned this place into something resembling an entertainment centre. There is a variety of scrumptious cakes, a wide choice of hot drinks and set lunches. Visitors can enjoy a selection of cocktails and wine in the evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Between the Reeperbahn and Fish market |
Lange Straße 50 Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 3179 0808 |
Süß+Salzig is a nice place to stop between the Reeperbahn and fish market. The café has a very individual charm and offers a choice of international breakfasts among other nice things. The interior is a kind of bold mixture. It proves that wooden stools and benches and stylish deco lamps can work together. Süß+Salzig (sweet and salty) is both the name and the concept here. The changing sweet specials like ice-cream and cake, however, are most tempting. You can get American, Spanish, German, French and English breakfasts too! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern campus café |
Edmund-Siemers-Allee 1 Hamburg, Hamburg 20146 Germany +49 (0)40 4149 8155 |
In former times one had to walk through a second-hand bookshop in order to reach the Café Libresso, and in good weather the guests used to gather on a nice old terrace. But a lot has changed since the café moved into the new wing-building of the main University building. There still is a second-hand bookshop next door, and the formerly somewhat shabby coffee-handout which has changed into a stylish city-café, still can´t complain about a lack of visitors. The regulars have changed a bit - less going-to-be teachers, more going-to-be lawyers - but you still pick up the inexpensive hot drinks and biscuits yourself and nicely put your used dishes onto a little trolley afterwards. The café with the stylish ambience makes for a nice location for a chat, and you can also read and study a bit here, when it is less busy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffee and tea from all over the world |
Winterhuder Markt 16 Hamburg, Hamburg 22299 Germany +49 (0)40 47 8200 |
The Winterhuder Kaffeehaus is located near the river banks of the Alster, halfway to the city park. It is an example of what can happen if one tries to establish a gay café outside the usual scene quarters. Everybody in the neighbourhood likes it, too, so now it is frequented by a rather mixed crowd. Inside you will find a Friesian ambience. The walls, chairs, and the bar are crafted from wood in the typical coastal fashion and the walls are painted white. In the summertime, there are also some chairs and tables outside on the Winterhuder Marketplace. Optically the place has little to offer, the city-developing of the 60's and 70's has left its traces. But you can still enjoy the fresh air under the sunshade. Although it is called a coffee-house, it also offers a large choice of tea. The portions for breakfast fill you well and prices. Later on the gateaux, or salads respectively are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home-made cakes in a 200-year-old farmhouse |
Elbchaussee 499a Hamburg, Hamburg 22587 Germany +49 (0)40 86 0173 http://www.witthues.de/ |
Located in the picturesque Hirschpark, Witthüs tea shop is a great place to relax with a home-made cake and cup of tea. With a historic fireplace, rococo furniture and subdued classical music in the background, the tea shop is extremely atmospheric, but is also very popular, meaning that you may have to wait a while for a table. Guests can sit on the terrace in the summer and enjoy one of the freshly baked rolls or cakes. Sunday brunch is available from 10a-2p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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