GERMANY
The standouts.
A run-down of the 15 best dinner experiences in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Skip the line at Hard Rock Cafe Berlin for a 2- or 3-course American set menu with priority seating, memorabilia, and a balcony view.
“Definitely worth booking in advance to beat the queues, the food (when you book in advance there is a limited menu) was excellent in quality and value for money, the setting was excellent and we had a very enjoyable evening.”
Taste Munich’s best beers and Bavarian bites on a guided 3.5-hour tour with museum time, reserved hall dinner, and Oktoberfest stories.
“The beer hall tour was a good way to experience Bavarian culture. We visited several halls, tasted a variety of delicious local brews, and enjoyed classic snacks like pretzels. Our guide was fun and informative, sharing great stories about Munich’s beer traditions- highly recommend! Prost!”
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne set-menu lunch or dinner with priority seating, English/German guide, and a music-memorabilia atmosphere for about $33.
“It is my very first time in a hard rock cafe and I have very high expectations. When me and my boyfriend arrived in the venue the staff assigned us to a table for two which by the way is not a very good and comfortable spot. It is by the corner and the wall…”
Skip the line at Hard Rock Cafe Munich for a 2- or 3-course lunch or dinner with priority seating, Rock Shop time, music, and set-price value.
“tutto ok non posso lamentarmi, anche perché Hard Rock, è una realtà degna di nota quella di Monaco di Baviera rispecchia perfettamente.”
Rooftop dinner at Käfer Restaurant in Berlin’s Reichstag—4 courses, an aperitif, and night skyline views in a rare public parliament setting.
“This was an exceptional experience - take your passport because you go through Reichstagg security”
Ride the Elbe at night in Dresden with a 3-course dinner, smooth music, and illuminated landmarks like the Blue Wonder and Pillnitz.
“Wie gebucht,Alles ok”
Cruise the Spree at sunset with a 3- or 4-course dinner and Prosecco, passing Berlin Cathedral, the Reichstag, and Bellevue.
“We had an amazing experience on this beautiful boat. Dinner was delicious and served hot and professionally prepared. All the Staff were amazing and very friendly nothing was a bother…Prosecco was also good. You could buy extra wine or beer which was very reasonable.. seen a lot of landscapes and scenery along the way…it was…”
Salzburg river cruise and Mozart concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg, with dinner in the Panorama restaurant or VIP option.
“The dinner was not as good as other reviewers have claimed. It was mediocre. The concert itself was very good and all the performers did well. The boat ride was enjoyable and worth the visit.”
A 2.5-hour Berlin sunset dinner cruise on the Spree with a 4-course meal, included beer and wine, and a calm, intimate view of the city.
“Beautiful sunset boat ride. When booking it was not clear on how to request a vegetarian or non-meat dinner. Otherwise overall experience was lovely.”
Berlin Spree River 3-course dinner cruise with welcome prosecco, sunset views, and landmark passes like Reichstag and the TV Tower. Mobile ticket.
“Great food, great service. Excellent value for money. We really enjoyed the cruise, even free wine and welcome drink!”
Heidelberg ruins, a UNESCO Rhine cruise, dinner, and wine tasting in one long day from Frankfurt. Big scenery, mixed wine expectations.
“Scene is beautiful, but most of the time is on the road, don't have enough time to explore the place”
A one-night Berlin variety show with dinner at Knutschfleck Bar on Alexanderplatz, plus cocktails and a classic 1950s stage vibe.
“Drei Gang Menü wurde 4 Stunden serviert d.h Vorspeise dann nach 1,5 Stunden Hauptspeise und dann flüssiges Eis nach 2 Stunden Wir müssten 4 Stunden warten bis wir Alkohol bestellt haben weil ohne essen darf der Mensch kein Alkohol trinken Beurteilung: ungewöhnlich und nicht empfehlenswert”
Hard Rock Cafe Berlin dinner with priority seating, 2- or 3-course set menu, soft drinks, and rock memorabilia near Ku’damm.
“Server was excellent, very friendly. Surroundings tired and in need of an upgrade. Food mediocre, Worst thing for us was souvenir shop closed at 10pm so didn’t have chance to shop. My husband was very disappointed as he has a T-shirt from every Hard Rock he has visited, which is in excess of 20”
Eat a three-course dinner in total darkness at Unsicht-Bar in Berlin, with wine and a guide. No lights allowed. Optional live show.
“Meget spændende oplevelse at spise i mørke. Dog meget kedelig vinmenu og ret kedelig appetizer.”
Hard Rock Cafe Munich set lunch or dinner with priority seating, rock memorabilia, and a choice of Acoustic (2-course) or Electric (3-course).
“I took a group of high school students to Munich for a week and I tried the Hard Rock through Viator. They were ready for us and most of the students enjoyed a one night break from German food. Overall - good experience.”
