Essen Restaurants

  1. Casino Zollverein

    Cast iron, concrete and candlelight characterise this eccentric, even romantic, restaurant inside the colliery's former turbine house. The menu advertises 'new world cuisine' but in reality sticks mostly to new spins on regional and German faves. Not bad, though.

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  2. Mörchens Eiscafé

    For the creamiest ice cream, stop by Mörchens Eiscafé.

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  3. Püree

    A godsend for budget gourmets, the second - but by no means secondary - restaurant of the Hotel Résidence presents tummy tantalisers that you'll remember long after the bill's been paid.

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  4. raum.eins

    The purist look, trendy crowd and crossover food could be warning signs, but not at this perennial favourite whose chef puts substance before culinary pyrotechnics. Nice terrace.

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  5. Zodiac

    People sharing laughs over dinner are a common sight at this jungly vegetarian restaurant where you'll munch on creative foods inspired by the world's cuisines. Some dishes are suitable for vegans, and organic pizza is available too.

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