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Bonn is a German city that has dominated the shores of the Rhine for more than 2000 years. One of the oldest German cities, Bonn has plenty of captivating places to visit, from historic sites to monuments, as well as a great culinary scene. We pick the best restaurants to try here.

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Kessalao

Kessalaois a wonderful surprise in the city of Bonn, with warm decoration and friendly atmosphere. The menu is innovative and based on the Mediterranean diet, focusing on fresh and healthy ingredients, from fruits and vegetables to meat, fish and olive oil. The salads, the paella and the pasta dishes, as well as the sandwiches (especially Pepito) are all highly recommended.

Strandhaus

Restaurant, European, Vegetarian

Tortilla with chili con carne
Courtesy of Burritorico
This restaurant was established in Bonn’s old city in 2000 and focuses on fresh, delightful seasonal cuisine. The staff is friendly and the wine menu rich, guaranteeing a pleasant evening.

Aennchen

Restaurant, German

Rotbarben barbeque
Courtesy of Aennchen
Aennchen is a classy restaurant with a tradition that has lasted more than a century. The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming, reminiscent of a typical German Gasthaus. Dishes you should definitely try are the carpaccio, the spaghetti aglio e olioand the rump steak. In addition, the service is professional and the price is very reasonable for the quality of food.

Il Punto

Il Puntois one of the greatest Italianrestaurants of the city, serving exceptional pasta, as well as meat, dishes. It also has a warm and modern interior space to enjoy your meal in.

Phoenicia Lounge

Restaurant, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Paella
Courtesy of Kessalao
If you’ve had enough heavy German cuisine then this Middle Eastern restaurant is totally worth a visit. Here you can enjoy quality Lebanese food (don’t hesitate to experiment with new flavors) at reasonable prices.

Taj India Bonn

Restaurant, Indian

Risotto with mango
Courtesy of Kessalao
Taj India is probably the best Indian restaurant in Bonn. Try the mango lassi, the chicken and the lamb curry, the samkeh harra and ask the staff for more suggestions based on your preferences. Satisfactory portions, high quality and reasonable prices make this a great value meal choice in Bonn.

Burritorico

Restaurant, Mexican

Burritorico
Courtesy of Burritorico
A modern place with vintage Central American-themed decoration, this well-located Mexican fast food restaurant is self-service, with quality products and good prices. You’ll love it if you’re into burritos, tacos and nachos. Try the nicely presented chicken burrito with the guacamole.

About the author

Vagelis Tsirmpas is a 23-year-old Athens-born travel enthusiast who holds a BA in interpreting and a MA in translation. He studied in Corfu, the island of his heart, and uses foreign languages as a passport to different cultures. After traveling to various European countries, his next goal is a trip to Africa. Paraphrasing Marx, Vagelis does not only want to travel around the world, but also change it. Therefore, he has actively participated in student unions and self-organized solidarity groups.

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