Laufauf — Restaurant in Hamburg

Absolute hidden gem of a restaurant so close up the shopping centre area. This is German food as it should be. Hearty, served up in big portions, in a great simple rustic inn style atmosphere.

The Weiner Schnitzel came out huge and we couldn't finish our generous portions of meat and potatoes and salad.

Starters with garlic bread and dips (curry mayo was a first for me) and a tomato soup with a good dollop of cream and a shot of gin hit the warmth spot needed on lovely crispy cool day.

Service is excellent, very very helpful and unhurried.

The clientele seem to be seasoned regulars and I have no doubt that its because of the excellent quality of the restaurant.

I cannot recommend this place highly enough if you're...

Definitely a good place to try local food with quality ingredients and a nice vibe. My stay in Hamburg was short, but visiting this restaurant was a great choice. The dish I had, the Sahnehering, was delicious. I was really surprised by the simplicity of the plate but also, its strong flavors! I loved it. It was my first time eating raw fish in Germany so they made it memorable. As for the dessert, the Paj didn’t disappoint. It’s a must. Freshly made and special. I recommend making a reservation beforehand because when I visited, I didn’t have any and pretty much all the tables were reserved so...

This is a great spot in Hamburg that offers traditional dishes worth trying. We enjoyed the classic herring with beetroot, which I found to be delightful, and the schnitzel with homemade fried potatoes, which was the best I’ve had in a long time.

The service was decent, though not outstanding. At one point, the atmosphere was slightly off due to the lack of background music, creating an awkward silence. Despite this, the overall experience was positive, and I would definitely return.

If you’re looking for authentic Hamburg cuisine and don’t mind a quieter setting, this place is a...