Fischhaus — Restaurant in Dusseldorf

I was quite interested in the place, it looked like a nice restaurant to have finally some good fish. Unfortunately it wasn't anything special, especially considering the very high prices. What we got was very average dishes, anyone who had experience with fish restaurants or lived by the sea can tell the difference. The feeling was the same that I get when I eat frozen food (but this time each of the dishes costed more than 30€).

We ordered a salad and no oil or vinegar were brought to the table (every decent restaurant should know that these must be brought along or at least it should be asked to the customer). We asked to the waitress, she never returned with them. We asked after 15 minutes to another waiter, still never returned. On the third time we were finally successful (too bad that we finished everything else we had on the table by then). Also, on the menu it wasn't specified that the salad was coming with a sauce on it, when we make them notice it they said "you should have told it before", thankfully they still changed it...but what kind of waiter gives you such a reply?

I repeat once again, if you know your stuff regarding fish and you're looking for a good experience...go somewhere else, maybe the taste will be the same, but at least it won't be a ripped off.

Giving 2 stars on the food just because the oysters were okay (still around 18€ for just three of them).

Regarding the atmosphere, you can tell they tried to give an "authentic" look to the restaurant but couldn't get off the feeling that you are eating in a place with lots of space to gather lots of people. The waiters' way of doing doesn't help in that regard.

Also, which kind of fish restaurant doesn't bring any refreshing towels to clean the hands after...

We visited FISHHAUS for dinner on a Thursday evening in December (19th to be specific), expecting a decent meal, but the experience was nothing short of disappointing.

I ordered the turbot, which was overcooked and completely tasteless. It had no seasoning whatsoever, making it dry and flavorless. My partner had the cod, and it was equally bad — dry, bland, and incredibly dull. Both dishes were so underseasoned that it felt like the kitchen had completely neglected to add any flavor.

The potato slices were soggy and stale, clearly left out for far too long. Instead of crispy potatoes, we were served limp, reheated slices that were just plain unappetizing. The cabbage salad was no better — tasteless, limp, and it seemed like it had been sitting in the fridge for days.

The service was mediocre at best. The staff were polite but barely engaged. It was clear they weren’t particularly interested in creating a positive atmosphere or enhancing our experience in any way.

As for the ambiance, it was outdated and felt cheap. The décor and overall atmosphere didn’t reflect the high prices — €50-60 per person for food that didn’t even come close to meeting basic expectations.

To sum up, we were extremely disappointed with the entire experience and will not be returning. If you're looking for fresh, flavorful fish and a modern dining setting, I would highly recommend looking elsewhere. FISHHAUS needs serious improvements...

On a bustling Saturday night, obtaining a table was surprisingly swift and seamless, thanks to the recommendation of a discerning German friend.

Anticipating a German-inspired take on seafood cuisine, my experience, unfortunately, was riddled with disappointments. The seafood soup, marred by excessive saltiness, suffered from issues of fish freshness, compounded by the unwelcome discovery of fish bones, further exacerbated by the overpowering salt seasoning.

The octopus salad, while palatable, revealed a lack of finesse in preparation; the inconsistency in the octopus cuts disrupted the enjoyment of a uniform bite. However, the seasoning, featuring olive oil and lemon, was exceptional, somewhat compensating for the other deficiencies.

Upon inquiring about their premier grilled fish, the waiter recommended the mixed grill with great assurance. Regrettably, this proved to be a letdown as the fish arrived stir-fried rather than grilled, drenched in oil, and comprising disappointingly thin fillets that lacked substantiality.

The accompanying potatoes were equally subpar, devoid of proper seasoning and rendered soggy from substandard stir-frying.

This establishment does not meet the expectations of those who appreciate a truly refined seafood experience.

Despite the amiable and prompt service, there were lapses, with both myself and other patrons needing to address missing components...