Auerbach's Cellar
In the famous Mädlerpassage welcomes you Auerbach's Cellar welcome. It is the second oldest and most famous restaurant in Leipzig. It owes its fame primarily (but not only) to one person: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
The restaurant has been attracting visitors since 1530 and is even considered one of the five most famous restaurants in the world The cellar itself is divided into two areas. Firstly, there is the barrel cellar, the Luther room, the Goethe room and the Old Leipzig. four historic wine barsAnd opposite is the Great Cellar, which was built in 1912 with the Mädlerpassage exhibition hall. Anyone who has visited the historic cellar, which is already at the entrance of Mephisto and Faust as bronze figures, should prepare for hearty home cooking. The soups, salads, classics from the pan, the typical Saxon dishes, the schnitzels, steaks and even vegan or vegetarian options are extremely tasty. Here you can find what you often don't have time for at home. As early as the 16th century, the Auerbach's Cellar one of the most popular wine bars in the city. But see for yourself.
In the Mädlerpassage above the cellar you will also find the Mephisto Bar, which offers home-baked goods and coffee specialties during the day and cocktails and live music in the evening.
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Gasthaus Barthels Hof
Classic specialties and delicious seasonal dishes can be enjoyed in the Barthels Hof get to know and love. The family-run guesthouse around the Grahl family places particular emphasis on high-quality food and special hospitality. 365 days a year!
For more than 500 years, the inn has been cooking and dining in the Saxon style. Selected partners from the region supply the ingredients for the preparation of the dishes, with new recipes being created and served again and again, in keeping with the current season. You want Leipzig specialties Try it on site? No problem, because the Leipzig beef roulade, the traditional “Leipziger Lerche” pastry and the top-fermented beer – Gose – are also offered here!
The location of the baroque Barthels Hof in the immediate vicinity of the Leipzig market is unbeatable. While the inn itself is located in one of the most popular courtyards in the city, it is also only a few minutes' walk from the Barfußgässchen, the Thomas Church or the bruhl away. In spring and summer, it is particularly worth staying because of the large outdoor seating area. Here you can really enjoy hours of sunshine, the historic atmosphere and homemade punch. But even in autumn and winter, the courtyard protects against rain and snow.
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vine
The restaurant vine in the heart of Leipzig is located directly on the market square and is also very close to Barthels Hof. 90 indoor seats, an exclusive wine cellar with additional seating and the great summer terrace ensure a pleasant atmosphere, with selected furniture, stylishly set tables and a attentive service ensure an excellent stay.
While at noon a hearty business lunch and it is worth looking at the daily menu, you can even listen to the sounds of the in-house piano in the evening while enjoying cream soup, beef fillet, Leipziger Allerlei or tarte flambée. A constantly changing offer of fresh, seasonal cuisine makes visits a real experience for Leipzig residents. And what perfectly rounds off a meal at Weinstock? Of course, the selection of fine wines available.
The vine belongs to the best culinary addresses the city and impresses with service, quality and unbeatable location.
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Ratskeller
Just like the other restaurants in this series, the Ratskeller It was built in 1904 on the foundations of the old Pleißenburg built and in New Town Hall opened. The former Ratsweinkeller has seven function rooms with a total of 700 seats. Although the Ratskeller's vaults are so huge, guests still feel very comfortable. The tables are perfectly prepared for you and the service is attentive, friendly and professional.
Since the late 1990s, middle-class Saxon Cuisine is offered. Regional and seasonal ingredients form the basis for national and international dishes. And since we all know that eating is what you see, the food in the Ratskeller is also beautifully presented. In addition to the well-known classics, there is everything your heart desires, from "hand to mouth" to "eating like mom used to make" to "from pot and pan". What do these terms mean? The best way to find out for yourself is to visit ;)
And even better: In Ratskeller you can also become “happy without meat”. The numerous specials, which you can view in advance on the website, are also worth checking out.
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Bayerischer Bahnhof
Im Bayerischer Bahnhof A lot is combined: A restaurant with beer garden, Venue unforgettable gastronomic and culinary experiences as well as a Brewery as a home a Leipzig original – the beer specialty enjoyThe Bayerischer Bahnhof offers a special setting for every occasion and is bursting with individuality. The location alone is a real eye-catcher, but the individual rooms inside the oldest terminal station in the world a high degree of individuality. Each guest room is uniquely designed and invites you on a little journey of discovery into the eventful past of this building.
The Bayerischer Bahnhof impresses with its traditional, varied and seasonal delicacies. German cuisine with Saxon and Bavarian accents whets your appetite. From soups to roast suckling pig to delicious potato bread or raspberry cheesecake on warm cherry ragout – the menu has a lot to offer.
And what else should you try? Definitely the top-fermented, slightly sparkling and even vitamin-rich Gose! The ultra-modern microbrewery in Bayerischer Bahnhof has brought them back to Leipzig.
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To the Coffee Tree
Finally open to the public again since March 2025: The traditional restaurant Zum Arabischen Coffe Baum. It is the Leipzig's oldest coffee house and is even considered one of the oldest continuously operating coffeehouses in all of Europe. Coffee has been served here since 1711. Over the centuries, the establishment has been a popular meeting place for numerous celebrities such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Robert Schumann, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and Napoleon – a living testament to Leipzig's hospitality.
Today, the Coffe Baum offers a combination of café, restaurant, and museum on three floors. Guests can stylishly restored rooms such as the Kaisersaal, the Schumann-Zimmer or the Wiener Café, you can enjoy regional specialties – including Leipziger Allerlei, beef roulade or the typical Gose beer.
From 1 July 2025, the revised exhibition of the City History Museum, which sheds light on Saxon coffee culture and the history of the house.
Other Recommendations
In addition to these selected restaurants, there are many other great cuisines in Leipzig that are definitely worth trying: The restaurant Apel's garden, the Wagners Restaurant & Weinwirtschaft, the only Gosenschenke worldwide, the restaurant collective in the GDR ambience and the traditional Kartoffelhaus N°1There are no culinary limits in Leipzig!
You are now looking for suitable beer halls? Then you can visit our blog Beer enjoyment in Leipzig Here you can find out everything there is to know about liquid gold and where you can best taste it!
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