The 50 best places to go out in Essen

Enjoyable experience of modern art (the 1860s to the 1970s) with informative notes. Includes Dali, Magritte, Van Gogh among many others. I particularly liked various installations. A leisurely stroll through the exhibits took me about two hours, but I can imagine spending more time in this museum, especially because the photo collection was closed at the time of my visit. The main collection is open for free. There is a café-restaurant on the terrace next to the museum. The museum shop has gifts and a lot, a whole library worth of art books. There is also an actual library (reading room) to sit and study art books.

Te permanent exhibition is free. You can find art from Andy Warhol, Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, Renoir, Mondrian, etc. And many contemporary artwork. If you want to visit the temporary expositions. You can buy your ticket in the entrance :) Also, the museum shop has interesting stuff to see or buy 🤩

The Folkwang museum has an exciting architecture, continuously combining interior and exterior, deliberately presenting the exhibition halls as a maze, interjecting reading and rest areas, enticing one to just wander around and discover. Great collection of German Expressionists. I came to Essen especially to see this museum and stayed for 2 days, it is that good! And the direction decided to keep entrance free, as a gift to art lovers.

Architecturally the building is amazing. The permanente collection is overall pretty good, has quite a few contemporary masters and some interesting minors particularly from the Neue Sachlichkeit and I did not pay. But really need a curatorial overhaul, thematic rooms are maybe good for kids, not for a thinking adult. In particular if the themes are so abstract and the paintings do not speak with each other. Also you can’t put Braque and Picasso right beside a festival poster. I found very interesting & cool the scoring system for paintings’ provenance during WWII, to rank how clear or murky their history was. I wish the same would be done for the “exotic” pieces they have but I guess we would see a lot of red dots. The staff were incredibly friendly and the temporary exhibition was interesting and well curated.

Very nice museum. Free to visit except for the temporary exhibitions.

Their permanent collection is pretty amazing. You can see some artwork from Van Gogh, Picasso, Dali and many more. It’s free entry except the temporary exhibitions.

A great museum with a great collection of modern and contemporary art. Architecture of the building is also amazing. You would need 2-3h for a proper visit.

Villa Hügel is an impressive testament to German engineering. The architecture and historical significance as the Krupp family residence are fascinating. A must-visit for anyone interested in technology and history!

A stunning and peaceful place filled with history. Once home to the Krupp family, Villa Hügel impresses with its elegant architecture, grand halls, and beautiful parkland. The exhibitions are well curated and give a deep insight into Germany’s industrial past. A must-visit if you're in the Ruhr area! Amazing place

I would give it a lower rating because there are no explanations in English in the museum, just a small leaflet at the entrance. You also have an app with AR, but only in German, but luckily, I got information beforehand on the internet and I use technology so I can get by, but as a museum, at least add explanations in English for tourists? This is a problem with many German museums. Anyway, the residence and the museum itself are magnificent. The staff is friendly, the park is beautiful. I also watched the TV series about the Krupps, so it was nice to see this in live. A truly magical place. I love history and historical sites and enjoy exploring them around Germany, but many institutions don't seem to care about tourists.

This is one of the amazing places in Essen to visit. A beautiful historical building featuring rich pieces of history. The architecture and design are quite unique and breathtaking, making it very worthwhile to spend as much time going to the many various rooms and seeing artwork, classic furniture and many more. The park around the villa is also quite amazing to walk around and take a nice relaxing stroll. There is an entrance fee to the villa but it is very affordable and I would recommend a visit to this historical house. The place is on the other side of the S-Bahn station of Essen-Hügel, and there are signs to get to the villa, so you can’t really miss this fantastic sight.

An amazing home to visit and look around. The grounds around the home are stunning!!

Großeshaus was closed. I only visited the Kleineshaus which is the museum. Museum has only German subtitles which was dissappointing. Museum has 2 floors and the inside is all about the Krupp Family and how they grew their business, their effects on war, their products etc. There is a big garden where you can walk around and enjoy the clean air. The Villa is close to the Baldeneysee and the Hügel Station.

The place is worth a visit! Entry ticket costs only 5 euros. The building is well-kept, authentic and brings you back to 19th century. Due to that visit I learned a bit more German history.

A great place for picnics and sunbathing. The children can also have plenty of fun in the park. If you're a student, don't forget to ask for a discount at the counter.

Pretty views most definitely!! There is one con however that absolutely took this review from 5 to 3 starts, and thats the treatment of the birds. It is very obvious that they aren’t fed well because they’re all either sick or want no interaction with humans at all. It was such a horror scene seeing featherless birds on display. Besides that the views were wonderful and I had a nice time.

This is my favorite park in the world!! It’s HUGE, beautiful, and ever changing. I look forward to going back every time I leave.

Definitely one of the best parks in Essen. There is 5 euro entry fee but the park is so big that you can spend an entire day there. Its ideal for family picnics.

I love this park so much. it holds little wonder . The nature here soothes the soul and body. This park consist of surprises and a good day like today was the best time for me and my family to be there, we had bunch of fun, the kids had the space to run and scream as much and on top of their voices. Everything was fine and our day was almost ending well until we discovered this part of the park where the birds are, precisely the huge enclosed place for he flamingoes and the other birds. This place really attracted us all, so we rushed in and my niece who had a ball in her hand mistakenly dropped the ball and it rolled in the pond, which i quickly dashed to fetch it immediately. In about 1 min after this, an older man who was dressed in a duty uniform who i guessed worked there and actually confirmed he works there approached us in front of these kids warned us in a hash manner while visitors stood and watched in silence. I mean, i rushed for this ball and quickly dropped it in our wagon(wagen in deutsch) so the kids don’t throw it back in the pond. But this man had the gut to be disrespectful and inconsiderate. He even dared to tell us if it happens again he would have to walk us out of the place. So i told him if he really noticed, i reached to get the ball that quick so where was the problem and why the need for all that warnings and unfriendliness. My sister was very sad and angry because after this tensed moment beside us stood a family I will guess were pure natives(Germans) with their son also standing close to the water the little boy was even at some point dipping his feet in the water, this man went to them played jokingly with their little son and smiled laughed with this family. He left us feeling not accepted. I took my family immediately out, then i went back in there to confront this man again, and when i got there he was sitting with another older woman also in the same uniform. So i told this man what he did back there was a no go and he could have approached us the right way. Maybe he could have even also jokingly tell my niece why it won’t be good idea to let the ball in the water. I mean she is even a kid for god sake, I would not say he treated us because of our skin color but that’s how it looked like. Out of almost 40 people visiting, it was only one visitor who came to my defense. He said he witnessed everything and also told this older guy he was wrong. I felt a bit relieved and left the place. I am disappointed! We are all humans why can’t we be genuinely humans? I will post pictures of this unforgettable moment. I still rate Grugapark but train your workers to be diversity inclusive. I won’t pay money for anything to just mess with my day again never. (17.08.2025 at 16: 52 )

This is a fantastic, spacious park for families. There's so much to do for an entire day—not just walking, but plenty of activities for both kids and adults. Be sure to bring cash, as they don't accept debit cards, despite some entrance gates reportedly accepting card payments.

Such a big and beautiful park! I was impressed by the amount of activities you can do there, all of the courts, children playgrounds, barbecue spots, flowers areas! There’s so many things to see and explore:) There’s an animal park and it’s free but it’s available from 10-17 if I remember correctly, you can feed them:) and there’s a swimming pool area, but you have to pay additional fees. We bought year ticket and it’s about thirty euros, but normal entry costs five euro per adult and three per student. There also some little cafeterias and toilets for free:)

The Red Dot Design Museum in Essen is a hidden gem, especially if you love design, creativity, or just seeing cool stuff. It’s located in a former coal mine, which gives it this incredible mix of industrial history and cutting-edge innovation—a great setting for showcasing award-winning designs. From Apple and Nintendo’s evolution to kitchen gadgets you never think twice about, the museum makes you realize how much thought goes into everyday objects. The best part? You can actually touch and test out many of the exhibits! I had way too much fun spinning in a designer chair and checking out futuristic furniture. What I was missing was a bit more explanation added to the displays or maybe one sentence fun facts on why this design is special - sometimes it was difficult to know without googling what I was looking up or why should I care. Oh, and if you’re on a budget—Fridays are “Pay As Much As You Want” days! Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.

I will start by saying that the Red Dot museum IS worth visiting. However….some feedback and notes for fellow visitors. Though there are some cool state of the art or certainly interesting items, I’m sorry but a “control system” or “car part” does not engage (key word of the day…) or inform me what in Earth it is for, good for them for earning a “design award”. A few videos are more helpful but besides being able to touch some things and sit on some chairs, for things to either be functional or actually explained! Also, for some of the items that can be “tried”, it’d actually be nice to be able to leave feedback on their design or functionality because I’d certainly never buy a modern Chinese fridge that’s impossible to open. Maybe some things are already out for sale in Beijing or Finland but a lot does not leave a wow impression from having plainly seen it at the museum. The cashier is friendly and knowledgeable, and I’m not saying the museum has to sell its soul to the corporations making these products, the wow factor should be the premises of finding out what innovation is

Design heaven inside a former powerhouse! The Red Dot Design Museum blends cutting-edge modern design with the raw industrial charm of the Zollverein Coal Mine Complex. Every corner showcases innovative products, from everyday gadgets to futuristic concepts, all winners of the prestigious Red Dot Award. The building itself is a work of art — a perfect backdrop for creativity. Whether you’re a design professional or just curious, it’s an inspiring, hands-on experience you won’t forget.

It was very nice and exciting experience to see and learn about the roll and function of design in different industries. Definitely recommend it

Awesome awesome awesome. Loved this place, and some super cool items on display. Definite must visit.

That's fantastic place for everyone who is interested in art, design and industrial architecture. I've visited it multiple times and will definitely visit again. Surrounding area is quite vast so prepare yourself for long walk if you want to explore entire complex.

It's fun.... But I also found myself asking, (as a designer), "why did [this] win a design award?". As many of the products did not take into account usability at all. Washing machines that hurt my hands to open (and would be near impossible for those with large hands), designs that were unintuitive to figure out. It seemed more like awards for aesthetic beauty-- rather than innovative, functional or overall good designs (which I expected).

Top and perhaps the only place to see in central Essen. Golden Madonna is magnificent. There are few more pieces of art surviving. Otherwise, the cathedral is quite empty- I guess due to the bombing campaign during Second World War.

Essen's silent guardian: the Essener Dom, echoing tales from the 9th century. In the heart of Essen, where history and faith intertwine, Essener Dom

2022.4.29 Essener Münster / Essen Cathedral / Essener Dom is a Roman catholic church, sits right in the crowded downtown.

Damaged in WWII but rebuilt this is a lovely church with a historic Romanesque west end resembling Aachen, with a gothic nave and apse. It has the famous Romanesque golden Madonna (behind grates and glass) and an equally old giant candle holder. The old crypt was closed whenever we visited. There are many interesting modern features too, I particularly loved the Buschulte (I think) stained glass in the nave and choir. Guessing late 1950s into the 1960s? Outside there are modern bronze doors, also very interesting - look out for poor John the Baptist's head and Salome. A nice quiet cloister on one side and large square on the other with wonderful plaited trees and a nice fountain. Also a modern statue of Alfrid, the founder. No tickets needed but check for when the services take place. We went for a lent musical meditation which included baroque organ music as well as some liturgical elements.

Beautiful interior, be sure to view both the small chapel and the main cathedral and go down the stairs to see the crypt

Wonderful old catholic churck

Very beautiful.

(Translated by Google) These kinds of things are really nice in city centers and add a different atmosphere to the city. Alarm clocks and bells ring every hour. A nice sight. I saw a similar situation in Prague and of course it was more professional and better organized. You can still see it. (Original) Şehir merkezlerine bu tarz şeyler gerçekten güzel oluyor ve şehre farklı bir hava katıyor. Çalar saatler ve çanlar saat başı çalıyor. Hoş bir görüntü. Benzer bir durumu Pragda görmüştüm ve tabi o daha profesyonel ve daha iyi organize edilmişti. Yine de görebilirsiniz.

(Translated by Google) Stop, look up, listen and pause. For the impressive chimes. It dates from 1928 and is located in the former Deiter commercial building (today the Pletzsch Jeweler) at Kettwiger Straße 22. It is a monument. (Original) Stehenbleiben, nach oben schauen, hören und innehalten. Für das eindrücklicke Glockenspiel. Es stammt aus dem Jahr 1928 und befindet sich im ehemaligen Geschäftshaus Deiter (heute Juwelier Pletzsch) in der Kettwiger Straße 22. Es ist ein Baudenkmal.

(Translated by Google) On the hour, please wait a moment after the ringer's bell at the top and the jingle of the bell. The first song was played after the three people in the second row had exited, and of course I don't know if that was correct. After the music has finished playing, a new band will appear at the bottom. (Original) 整点时，在顶端敲钟人的钟声和铃铛声钟声过后，请再稍等片刻。第一首曲子是在第二排三个人退场后播放的，当然我不知道这是不是正确的。音乐播放完毕后，最下方会出现一支新乐队。

(Translated by Google) The carillon is really beautiful and worth stopping and watching for the entire duration of the game. It is definitely worth a trip if you are in Essen. (Original) Das Glockenspiel ist wirklich schön und es lohnt sich, während der gesamten Spieldauer stehen zu bleiben und es sich anzuschauen. Es ist in jedem Fall einen Ausflug wert, wenn man in Essen ist.

(Translated by Google) You have to see it... (Original) Muss man mal gesehen haben …

(Translated by Google) Unique. Where is there an ophthalmologist's office with a chime? (Original) Einmalig. Wo gibt es schon eine Augenarztpraxis mit Glockenspiel?

(Translated by Google) If you're in town, you should check it out. (Original) Wenn man in der Stadt ist, sollte man es sich mal angesehen haben.

A beautiful place with stunning old buildings and cobblestone streets and alleys, perfect for strolling.

Good

Cozy and atmospheric town

(Translated by Google) We were staying in a hotel not far from here and drove through. Still stopped and walked around. A beautiful old town on the Ruhr. (Original) Wij zaten in een hotel hier niet zover vandaan en reden er even doorheen. Toch even gestopt en rond gewandeld. Een mooi oud stadje aan de Ruhr.

(Translated by Google) A visit to the old town is always recommended (Original) Ein Besuch der Altstadt ist immer zu empfehlen

(Translated by Google) This little village was simply magnificent! I definitely recommend visiting, it's definitely worth the detour! (Original) Ce petit village était tout simplement magnifique ! Je recommande vraiment à visiter, ça vaut vraiment la peine de faire le détour !

(Translated by Google) The historic old town is worth seeing. (Original) Die historische Altstadt ist sehenswert.

Enormous industrial complex that was changed into a free tourist zone. There are some events organized here, they were even getting ready for one, when I was there, so you would assume that's a perfect example of revitalization effort. Unfortunately that's not entirely true. Yes instead of a toxic plant there is a museum and a forest, however that is also all that's here. Some of the equipment was left under the sun on its own, getting rusty and overgrown, making it look quite sad. Most of the buildings are closed down and the guided tour shows just a fraction of them. There is also no possibility to go underground inside the coal mine, to explore its history. Thinking it was the biggest one is quite a shame. Overall even though the complex makes an amazing first expression the longer you walk through it the sadder it gets. Wasted potential...

My visit to the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex was an absolutely magnificent experience. It is truly awe-inspiring to see how this former industrial behemoth has been masterfully repurposed into a vibrant cultural landscape, housing museums, exhibition centers, a university, and more. The vision required to preserve such a monumental piece of history while breathing new life into it is simply remarkable. ​The sprawling 100-hectare site has been ingeniously transformed into a verdant park, with fantastic cycling and walking paths weaving through the imposing structures. This unique blend of industrial heritage and natural beauty means you can have a wonderful visit just enjoying the park, even if history isn't your main interest. ​Zollverein truly offers a full day of exploration and enjoyment for the entire family. With delightful cafes, excellent restaurants, and even a casino on the grounds, it's impossible to feel a moment of boredom. ​I was unfortunately pressed for time and could only spend three hours there, which was barely enough to scratch the surface. I am already planning my next trip to fully immerse myself in everything this incredible place has to offer. ​A Special Tip: To truly grasp the immense scale of the complex, I wholeheartedly recommend exploring it by bike or taking one of the guided cart tours. It's an experience that is absolutely worth it!

So pleasantly surprised by this place, it is insta worth it on its own but don’t miss out on the Ruhr museum, worth getting the full ticket to see the special exhibits. Humongous place to see not only the story is the mines but the area, its people and work. Could easily spend there several hours and still not see everything. Pair with Red Dot design museum in the same complex!

Parking is free, and information offices offer maps of this former industrial area, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The map shows the locations of the various exhibitions and indicates a circular route that takes about an hour and a half to walk at a slow pace. On Sundays when I was there, tourist trains run in the site and there are also guided tours. The ticket offices display the prices of the different tickets. I paid €10 for the Ruhr Museum and the Portal der Industriekultur, which has a panoramic terrace. This coal mine, began operating in 1932. Together with the processing plant, it occupied an area of about 100 hectares. It closed in 1986 and began its transformation into a cultural center in 1990.

A beautiful place. A huge mine listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The area around the mine is vast and green, and there's even a small playground for children. There's ample parking for cars. There's a small café on the grounds where you can enjoy a coffee or snack while waiting to enter the mine. Prices are reasonable. I recommend visiting this architectural wonder.

Very much interesting, well maintained, engineering excellence of building mammoth escalator lifting to 24 metres height. But for a non German speaking person, a little bit confusing to navigate through different galleries at different level.

An absolutely fascinating place to visit! The Zollverein UNESCO World Heritage Site perfectly combines industrial history with impressive architecture. The guided tours are very informative, and walking through the old coal mine and coking plant really gives a sense of the past. The site is beautifully preserved, with museums, exhibitions, and even modern cultural spaces. A must-visit for history lovers and anyone interested in industrial heritage.

A really good place with a lot of aquatic life in both flora and fauna. The whole place was very well maintained and it was a good experience going through the entire setup. Fantastic place to bring kids. The staff personnel were quite helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend it.

Was genuinely excited to take our visitors (with a 6 yo child) to this place. We have been to Aqua Zoo in Düsseldorf and was really amazed. So we had high expectations here since it's an international franchise. Cons: - Price of the tickets were a bit more expensive to our liking, considering that a lot of the exhibitions were closed. No otters, no penguins, no seals. - Place could use some sprucing up. Everything felt old. Ambience was depressing, from start to finish. Good thing my niece still appreciated seeing the fish, but the adults clearly saw what was lacking. - Very crowded on a random weekend. I didn't see staff on standby inside to usher people through and engage kids. They could have compensated with the lack of exhibitions with engaged staff that actually talk to the kids. - Limited to vending machines for after snacks options. - I downloaded the app and it was very laggy. Couldn't even identify the fishes properly and were giving wrong data. Very misleading and a waste of time. - No signal throughout the exhibition. It's 2025 folks. - No locker rooms. Prams were left randomly scattered to the side of the reception. Pros: - Staff at front desk seemed to be nice. Although they were clearly exhausted already by 14:00. - They set up some Halloween decoration and were giving away some Haribo. There were stamp stations across the place, but failed in execution as some of them were already missing the stamps. - Very clean bathrooms. - They had a friendly mascot waiting at the end to take photos with. - Nice quality selection of souvenirs, but limited choices. Expensive but that is to be expected. - I heard a staff member inside talking about mussels, it's nice to also have these educational stuff around places like these. Overall, I'm not coming back. I would rather go to Aquazoo or even Krefeld Zoo to see more variety of animals.

I really liked it, especially the Animal Crossing event was fun. Generally the atmosphere was relaxing however it can be packed with people in some areas. I went there at around 4pm and a lot of kids were running around but only at the beginning. Overall it was fun and a wonderful experience.

I really enjoyed my trip here. It's definitely a great place for children but I was visiting a friend and as an adult, I had a great time! Everything is well maintained and beautifully set up. The clean and large bathrooms were a nice surprise as usually in such establishments where lots of children are involved, things can become messy quickly. It should be noted that the staff were very helpful and friendly and even spoke in English when they realised I was an English speaker. I would highly recommend a visit and do be sure to check out the cute shop at the end.

We got tickets to Sea Life as part of our hotel stay package. It’s a decent sized aquarium where you walk along a fixed course to see the fish. For the kids there was an Animal Crossing stamp tour which adds a bit of extra excitement to kids running around. Some areas did tend to get crowded but at the entrance they do regulate the number of people that get in at intervals. There are some areas where you’re allowed to touch things which was a fun addition. We did see some people arrive that did not book tickets in advance who got turned around at the entrance because the day was fully booked, so be careful of that.

We really enjoyed the visit with our baby, I recommend buying tickets early!

Nice place specially for kids, there were a couple of sections closed due to maintenance but still nice place and very close to Westfield centro shopping mall. Recommendation park your car for free in Westfield centro and walk 5 mins to sea life. Otherwise you will need to pay for parking close to sea life

We liked it a lot. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They went actively around and explained how things work. It looked small from the outside, but we spent more than three hours there. It has a nice outdoor area. Easy parking. Great for kids. Very hands on.

Wow! Best science museum to get kids interested in/involved. Everything was hands on and was just as enjoyable for the adults as for the kids. We were all sad to leave when it was time to go.

The museum is really hands-on and interesting not just for the small ones but also for the adults. The staff is really friendly and helpful always ready to instruct you and educate you a bit on the experiments at hand. Really nice experience which I can only recommend to everyone. You will need at least a couple of hours to have a more or less complete overview. Yu will need longer if you are keen to read and understand all the experiments.

Totally awesome, especially for kids. Lots of physics and other experiments that everyone can explore on their own. Many super friendly staff also walk around and explain things. Definitely worth a visit!

Nice place to spend around 4-5 hours with kids (5-12 yrs). Friendly staff and cakes and donuts at the inhouse cafe were very tasty. Missed 1 star as I believe would be good to add Experiment details in English as well.

This museum is not open to the public on weekdays. The hours here on google and on their website are really misleading. I was only there 15 minutes and saw at least 4 other families leaving, bewildered and disappointed. Absolutely silly.

My daughter liked the place and it sure is interesting. But I think the entrence cost is a lil too high. I would have loved that there would be info also in English by each attraction. Otherwise the stuff was welcoming and atmosphere was nice.

Unacceptable Treatment at Aalto-Theater in Essen My recent experience at the Aalto Theater in Essen was deeply disappointing and frankly, quite shocking. As professional musicians visiting from out of town, we simply wanted to inquire about the program and upcoming shows. We were dressed as typical tourists, in comfortable clothes suitable for exploring the city – not that our attire should ever warrant the treatment we received. Before we could even properly articulate our request, a staff member rudely interrupted us, immediately demanding to see tickets and attempting to usher us out. Despite our repeated attempts to explain that we were not there for a show but merely seeking information, she continued to be dismissive and aggressive. It felt as though we were being judged solely on our appearance, which is utterly unprofessional and unwelcoming for any establishment, let alone a cultural venue. This kind of behavior from front-of-house staff is simply unacceptable. The people who are the face of a theater should embody politeness, respect, and a helpful attitude. This encounter left such a sour taste that we will not be considering this venue for future bookings or recommendations. If theaters wish to remain vibrant and attract a diverse audience, they must ensure their staff understand the importance of basic courtesy and professionalism. The majority of the audience seemed to be over 50, and I can't imagine this kind of unwelcoming atmosphere will encourage repeat visits from anyone.

Saw a production of "Die Zauberfloete".The production was great.Excellent artists and beautiful costumes made for a great evening .The theatre is great Seats are spaced in such away that there is ample room for legs.The wardrobe takes care of coats without fee.

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Very nice place

It's a cozy and wonderful child friendly venue with highly professional staff.

A.very nice building, a good hall, everything ok. A bit too pure, not charming.

Fantastic opera in an iconic building. Great experience

A beautiful and historical place in Essen! Villa Hügel is much more than just a big old house — it’s full of history and character. Once the home of the Krupp family, the villa is huge and the architecture is really impressive. Inside, you’ll find well-preserved rooms and interesting exhibitions about the Krupp legacy and Germany’s industrial past. The best part for me was the peaceful park around the villa. It’s perfect for a walk, and you get some amazing views of Lake Baldeney. The area is clean, quiet, and very well-maintained. If you enjoy history, art, or just want to relax in a scenic and cultural spot, this place is totally worth a visit. Definitely one of the highlights in Essen!

Wonderful historical homestead of the famous Krupp's family. Very quant and a must see for anyone who loves history and art. Grounds are wonderfully maintained and house is immaculate for its age littered with lavish artwork throughout. We did not take the tour bit got around as we had a German speaker in our party which is important as the QR code to download the in house tour app does not allow downloads on phones not registered in Germany. All in all a great few hours out and also nearby at the riverside next door afterwards. Enjoy.

Fantastic place to walk and relax with peace, park around Villa is awesome to spend time with girl or your friend, 5/5

Nice place to visit on weekends if you are in Essen. It's located near the baynesse lake and there's hugel station also nearby. The entrance fee is 5 euro which I feel is a little high with or without entering inside the villa.

Very impressive place to visit! Beautiful home and grounds.

Very interesting place to visit. Full of history and beautiful nature

Interesting visit if you are in the Essen area. Nice to learn a little bit of the Krupp family history. Nice gardens.

A beautiful small park. There are beautiful birds. It is a very calm place where you can sit on a bench or have a picnic.

Really Amazing place and scape from the suffocating city life. Top atmosphere with beautiful fountain. Love this place

Nice open spaces, the fountain looks beautiful in the sun sunlight

Very Nice place to spend free time with friends and Family. You can also arrange party.

Very nice park, in the center of Essen, with a lake and playing space for children... Very good walking or cycling...

That is a really beautiful and nice place in the middle of the city. There’s a lot of space for everyone! Playground for kids, lake, grass, playground for adults:) It’s not crowded, and you can enjoy it! In the summer lots of people sitting here with friends, playing games! Love it!

This is my favourite place to have a rest after a hard working day.

Beautiful, awesome and amazing Theater, tremendous performance Philharmonie..👍

Beatiful building from inside out

(Translated by Google) Very satisfied! Everything always runs smoothly and I even think it's a good thing when people who are late (even just a minute) aren't allowed in because it's annoying. You won't be allowed on the plane at the airport anymore... (Original) Sehr zufrieden! Alles läuft immer reibungslos ab und ich finde es sogar gut, wenn Menschen, die sich verspäten (auch nur eine Minute) nicht mehr reingelassen werden, da es stört. Am Flughafen wird man auch nicht mehr ins Flugzeug gelassen….

(Translated by Google) Always very good service, exemplary friendliness and a really great house. I also think it's good that late guests are only allowed back in after the break. It's not a cinema. (Original) Stets sehr guter Service, vorbildliche Freundlichkeit und ein wirklich tolles Haus. Ich finde es ebenfalls gut, dass verspätete Gäste erst wieder nach der Pause eingelassen werden. Es handelt sich nämlich nicht um ein Kino.

(Translated by Google) It's pathetic that no public response to G.Gorter's complaint can be read. Dealing openly with misconduct is now a must. Fine art is worthless if the fellow human being who visits the theater is not treated with appreciation. Very sad. I can say from my own experience that I always found the performances in the theater to be very, very good. In this reflection, someone appears to have abused their position of power at the door. This ABSOLUTELY needs to be clarified. On this page. A statement is overdue. (Original) Erbärmlich, dass auf die Beschwerde von G.Gorter keine öffentliche Antwort gelesen werden kann. Offener Umgang mit angesprochenem Fehlverhalten ist heutzutage Pflicht.. Schöne Künste sind nichts wert, wenn der Mitmensch, der das Theater besucht, nicht wertschätzend behandelt wird. Sehr traurig. Ich kann aus eigener Anschauung sagen, dass ich die Darbietungen im Theater stets als sehr sehr gut empfunden habe.. In diesem Abglanz scheint eine(r) seine Machtposition an der Tür missbraucht zu haben. Solches muss UNBEDINGT aufgeklärt werden. Auf dieser Seite. Ein Statement ist überfällig.

(Translated by Google) Great employees in the carpentry shop at Alto and a very friendly workshop manager who was always there when you needed advice. It was fun working in production and I learned a lot. (Original) Tolle Mitarbeiter in der Schreinerei im Alto und ein sehr freundlicher Werkstatt Leiter, der auch immer da war, wenn man rat brauchte. Hat Spaß gemacht in der Produktion zu arbeiten und konnte vieles dazu lernen.

(Translated by Google) The theater is certainly all well and good. But the way they treat 18-year-olds (including my daughter) who bought a ticket weeks ago with their pocket money and are excitedly traveling from Dortmund to Essen to see Woyzeck, only to arrive one minute late due to a public transport delay and not be allowed in, is pathetic. There's no more effective way to scare off young art lovers. (Original) Das Theater ist bestimmt gut und schön. Aber der Umgang mit 18-jährigen (u.a. meine Tochter) die vor Wochen vom Taschengeld ein Ticket gekauft haben und voller Vorfreude von Dortmund nach Essen reisen um sich Woyzeck anzuschauen, dann wegen ÖPN Verspätung eine (!) Minute zu spät eintreffen und nicht mehr reingelassen werden ist erbärmlich. Effektiver kann man es den Nachwuchs-Liebhaber der schönen Künsten nicht vergraulen.

Excellent food without any doubt. Simply fresh and delicious. Staff are very friendly of course. However the kitchen seemed to have trouble keeping up to pace although the restaurant was only half full. Had to wait almost an hour for the main meal

Very good food and really polite staff. Already been there twice for a team event & would love to go again :)

One of the worst dining experiences. Fish is slightly below average. Chicken for my daughter was bone dry and hard like rock, she can’t even swallow it. Very small portion, portion for side dish is a joke. Fine dining price, but food is a huge disappointment. 100% overpriced! Dorade is the cheapest fish on the menu with 30 euro. Other fish like Steinbut or Loup de mar costs 40 to 50 euro. The average price of main course is over 40 euro. We have 5 people including one kid, none of us were satisfied. The management concept is a total rip off. The only highlight was the bread serving at the beginning and the decoration of the restaurant.

Nice Turkish or Mediterranean fine dine restaurant. The food is nice. Lots of options for Vegan and vegetarian pallete as well. They have nice selection of wine. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Overall was really nice experience.

lovely meal for 9 people, the food quality was great. It was very expensive though and the service was really slow.

One of the best restaurant I've ever eaten at! Incredible staff, tasty dishes and above all a special vibe to this place. Highly recommend it to everyone who wants to eat in a classy restaurant.

Went to this restaurant recently with a large group. Amazing food, great ambiance and outstanding hospitality. Very expensive but value for money..

Typical German restaurant with good beer. The service was efficient and friendly. The food quality wasn't consistent. Schnitzel was very good, nuremberg sausages were goog, leberkase (meatloaf) was like "watery" and not good. I would agree with other comments that sour cabbage and potato pure were mushy. The atmosphere is cheerful

The restaurant atmosphere was nice and the service was attentive. The food was just okay. The pork knuckle was overcooked and the sauerkraut was mushy. The goulash soup was good.

If you're in Essen and want traditional German food & beer, then this is the place for you! The food was excellent and the service was amazing! We will be returning here again when we come to Essen again. Dankeschön to all the chefs & servers for a wonderful time

Very nice authentic German beerstube. The classic schnitzels were great and the service very friendly.

I’ve been to this restaurant already three times and I absolutely love it here! Their food is always amazing and the portions are perfect. Absolutely recommend this place if you are in Essen!

It's probably the most typical German restaurant in the lazy Essen city center..better to reserve a table, in Essen is not easy to find a table for big groups. We were maybe 15 and service was terribly slow, we waited more than 1 h for the food . Beer was good, place is funny for not German people because a classic wooden place and food was OK. Naturally we had the pork shinl and was big and with regular taste...there is space outside and inside.

Being a tourist I thought I would have a warm welcome from the two staff on the contrary it was the opposite. The bold white gentleman served me was lukewarm friendly and kept staring at me which felt awkward. The Second Gentleman (muscular waiter) served me water in a hostile manner, I felt very intimidated and uncomfortable. Maybe they don’t like people of colour hence the hostility towards a mixed race British person. Regarding the food, the grilled chicken burger was delicious but the chips were undercooked.

Whenever I come to Germany I have to visit this place for a Bison burger meal. The food is delicious with a nice relaxing atmosphere. I highly recommend you try it out.

It offers a great atmosphere with a welcoming vibe. The burger is definitely worth the visit—delicious and well-prepared. However, finding a parking spot can be a bit challenging.

five stars for everything. great food and great service. if only they had Coca-Cola. the German Kola is just not the same.

The restaurant’s design was truly dreamy. I ordered the Mison burger, which tasted amazing. clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Make sure to order the side fries too 😁

Traumkuh has a variety of Burger options and Halal too. The interesting thing about them is being having a monthly special burger 🍔 😋 Really gives you a chance to experience new taste, plus the ambiance within it is 💯 and super amazing 👏 😍 You won't regret to go for a date there, specially for the ambiance. 9.5/10 - food 10/10 ambiance 8/10 staff

Wonderful food, burgers just amazing. Service was slow and more interested in messaging on their private phone. Sadly no-gluten-free

The food was amazing but the server was acted offended when I ask to see their halal certificate. He said " if you don't like it you just don't have it.". You can just simply say no. I am not demding for it. It was a very simple question.

An amazing experience! Had the 6 course menu with wine arrangement and everything was delicious. The staff were friendly and professional. An easy recommendation for a special dinner.

This is the restaurant you would choose to celebrate special occasion. Anniversary, Birthday, Valentine, you name it all, and I think you and your partner will come home with big smile on your face and happy tummy. This was my third time coming here. This time I order 5 course meal with wine (cost €89 per person) and every penny are very well spent on those meals. If it’s happen to be your first time, you can try the 3-course surprise menu (it cost only €68 including wine). Normally I can say both me and my husband are eating quite a lot and perhaps come home still hungry even after 5-course meal in other fine dining restaurant. But not in Hannapel. There is something magical that I can’t explain why we always feel the right amount of “full” and “happy” after dining in this restaurant. Don’t forget to reserve before you come. Cheers.

I visited the restaurant on the 17th of July after a spontaneous reservation the same day. I had the wonderful 5 course menue. In short, I am happy to visit this place again. The food was well prepared the personnel was nice and friendly. I had a lovely evening, thank you! In greater detail, I was positively surprised to find this place in Essen. I honestly had my doubts first but when I was making the reservation but they delivered. Quite frankly I haven't found a lot of places in essen where I happily spent more money on food and actually get in exchange a menue that is simply tasty while not being pretentious overkill. The 5 course menue was diverse and all the ingredients perfectly seasoned and prepared. The portion sizes were noted as too small by other people before me, however, I cannot agree. In comparison to other places, e.g. madame pic or Blumenthals restaurants, I found them quite sizeable. As I said, all ingredients were very enjoyable. The only note I would make, nitpickingly, I thought it contained a lot of different animal protein all at once. Sometimes mixing two "star ingredients" such as turbot and unagi in one dish was overwhelming for me. While I very much enjoyed the dish I secretly thought it overshadowed each other and I could have been happy with one of the two or less of the two together. It relates to balancing for me personally. Same with the dessert, while I thought all the flavors play incredibly well i was personally overwhelmed by the very acidic sauce. I was missing a neutralizing component, balancing all the sour and acidic flavors. Nevertheless, this is a personal, not very objective point :) that should not stop anyone to visit. Lastly, my only real criticism, was the cappuccino. This is something not many places get right and it seems to be neglectable. However, being a little coffee nerd myself, it is worth mentioning that the cappuccino was burned, with a coarse foam/crema, making it not up to the standard of the rest of food in the restaurant. All in all I had a lovely evening with great food to reasonable prices considering the level of care and creativity put in the dishes. I hope you guys keep it up and change the menue frequently. I would love to try more. All the best

One of the best restaurants in the Ruhr area is the ´Hannappel´ in Essen. The ´Eckkneipe´ of yore welcomes the guest with stylish ambience, elegance and unspoken wish ´feel at home.` What follows can only be done hard to describe, you have to experience. The festively set table with subtle Vivaldi music in the background, the result of exquisite dishes with in between cleverly installed surprises from the kitchen, matching drinks and the impeccably professional, unobtrusive staff service, that offers it all Knut Hannappel with his team. He wants to maintain this level in the future. A star more than overdue, but perhaps not sought.

This was the most wonderful food experience I’ve ever had, beyond interesting and delicious!

My third time. Every one has been special! Amazing food, this time with a theme of cherries, fantastic wine pairing and an excellent price.

Enjoyed the food, wine pairings not so much. Reccomend buying wines by the bottle

Great service and nice food. We got to-go. They made it spicy as requested. Didn't voluntarily give spoons or chopsticks or tissues. So please ask for it. Affordable and good portions. The fish was really good!

Great selection of South Asian dishes with lots of Malaysian and Indonesian influence. The food is really good and the staff was very friendly. The prices are also very reasonable and you definitely get your money's worth. We had dinner with 6 and paid about 130 eur all together.

Yesterday I went there with friend! They have both Chinese and German menus, which is very convenient. And moreover! It should be emphasized that 10% off recently! BUT you must pay in cash. I strongly recommend my favorite drink: Kiba. It is mix of banana juice and cherry juice. My friend drink Thai beer, very refreshing. If you like refreshing beer, try it! I have always liked to eat their eggplant. I used to order the spicy one. But yesterday I try the Nanyang-style roasted eggplant. I love it! Recommend! We ordered a new dish, not on the menu, it is chicken with salt and pepper. Man can choose the spiciness, we asked for slightly spicy. The chicken is very tender. There are also small pieces of onions and peppers. I don’t know the name, so I call it: Beef plus Tofu. Recommend!

This is a great south Asian restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Menu was in German and English. Reservations are recommended but not required. Features Malaysia Thai and Indonesia dishes

Nice place on walking distance (10-15 min) from the main station. Spices are well balanced and portions are reasonable for the price. On Monday you don't have to reserve, it surprised me how many free places it had given the quality. Kind service!

Awesome Southeast Asian food with great service. I didn’t get to check the menu before I went to the place so I was quite worried if my vegetarian friend can get something nice too. Apparently, they offer a wide variety of vegetarian dishes too and he said it’s super good. Would recommend.

Very thoughtful service. Food was delicious and with good price. Lots of options (for vegetarian as well) Would definitely like to come back!

Fantastic food, brilliantly nice service staff and very chill and rather calm atmosphere. Very positive vibe and apparently lots of kind people. I was positively shocked to find such a place.

Highly recommend! We chose three normal-sized dishes for 16.5€ each, and they were more than enough for each person! (Essen Stadtmitte >600m bis HBF)!

Tasty vegan buffet 🌱 The food at all sattgrün locations is always well seasoned and delicious - unfortunately the variety of the dishes offered hasn’t changed in years. When I visited two years ago, the dishes were the same as today. Some dishes were also not available/empty when I was there around 14:00 on a Thursday. Besides that: satisfied

What a wonderful initiative for healthy and delightful vegetarian dining. There are so many options for soups, salads and warm dishes. The buffet type layout is a refreshing change and you can choose your portion sizes depending on your hunger and to avoid food wastage :)

Great vegan option but also if you are not vegan, it’s very delicious and healthy food. Vegan stroganoff was especially good. Also you get a big portion and the atmosphere is nice

Absolutely fantastic! It has all kinds of warm and cold dishes for a fixed price per plate or a bowl. I filled my bowl with a variety of salads, pasta, and many more. The food is incredibly delicious and nutritious. If this place existed nearby my home, I'd come here all the time. No wonder this place was one of the highest rated place in Essen - or any city for that matter. If you are not certain about vegan food, try this place.

Great food, affordable prices, lovely interior. Visited 3 times in 3 days while on vacation in Essen!! Only thing is the menu is the same everyday..?

At last I find an authentic Italian restaurant run by Italians from Florence. Please do yourself a favour a go eat the best food in Essen. Bellisimo! 😘

Excellent Italian restaurant with very tasty pizzas and really good carbonara and pasta... Efficient and polite staff that helps you order both in English and German... Reasonably priced...

Exquisit Tasty 😋 Food served with a smile in a nice Atmosphere. You have to try the Gniochi in Truffles sauce 👍

Wow that was the scariest experience I’ve ever had in a restaurant anywhere in the world! Lorenzo was too busy with other patrons to bring us menus so after 10 minutes we helped ourselves. When we finally grabbed his attention and said we would like another table setting and a candle (like all the other tables in the house) his anger was obvious. He begrudgingly took our order and then we decided it was best to go elsewhere. We advised in Italian we were cancelling our order, placed 30 seconds prior.This infuriated him and he became abusive. Then showed his intolerance and ignorance towards foreigners when he heard English and Portuguese. As if that wasn’t enough he then gave us the finger repeatedly and swore to our faces. When we returned 5 minutes later to retrieve our umbrellas from outside the restaurant he returned to continue his show of psychotic behaviour. Funny that - he didn’t have 2 minutes to spare to bring menus to our table but was readily available for about 10 minutes of abusive and borderline criminal behaviour. Non ci vediamo piu! Think twice about letting a psychopath prepare a dinner for you!

Great experience in nice restaurant. Authentic Italian food as well as a great meal for any taste. The best bread in town. Freshly baken. Every detail is taken care of. Personnel is always in good spirits. Owner creates an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

Be carful, these people has no respect or the minimum education. They also can be very aggressive. That’s a barn, not really a restaurant.

Food was ok but service very lacking…

The trains are good but almost non of them are open

Great for a day out, but pick good weather as you need to walk outside a bit. Unfortunately, they had some staffing issues, so we couldn’t ride the train, but otherwise it’s nice to see all the historic machines.

What can i say except TRAINs. If you like them that is the place to go. On special days there is a tour with a train. Bring your own food and drinks😉.

Historical museum. You need about 30 minutes max to go through all but its very interesting. Description is also in english. The ticket costs 9,50 euros.

Very interesting railway museum located in a preserved maintenance facility. The exhibits include a wide range of German railway equipment, many of them consisting of a representative selection of steam engines. The feeling of being on an active old marshalling yard is preserved by the train rides on the adjoining line and the many preserved buildings and facilities. A must for railfans.

Lovely industrial railway museum. Worth the walk from the station

Great venue to have a whisky tasting. Enjoy the old trains and history.

Lovely setting and a good steak (missed some oomph and charcoal taste, tbh). Decent (not awesome) options of cuts. The house red wine is very good. The desserts are also good. On the plus side, they're open until 10pm (kitchen included!), which is an ideal option for hungry travellers!

Steaks were insanely good, but still a very disappointing experience because of 1 waiter: The gentleman with glasses that was mostly serving outside, was very hasty. We both wanted to order the same thing, so my girlfriend let me say it. This man didn’t want to hear it, turned his back to me and only wanted to listen to my girlfriend. When she was ordering, he would litteraly get irritated if she didn’t answer within 2 seconds. After, when paying, he got angry when i didn’t tip because of his rude way of taking orders. Very very unprofessional. I’m sorry to the owners of the restaurant for this review, but I had to speak my mind.

The best restaurant I’ve been in in Essen! Great food and wine, and lovely environment! We were very welcomed and the service was exceptional. The waitress was very patience and kind, spoke English perfectly. Definitely coming back - highly recommend.

We had two burgers and two drinks and ended up paying €75!!! If you ask for spicy sauce, they even charge extra. Honestly, it’s not worth the price so sorry

Newly opened restaurant. Good quality meat. Ambiance is very nice. Lots of space inside. So tables aren't crammed next to each other. Dessert was lovely. Especially the hot applecrumble. There is seating inside, upstairs and outside at the terrace.

What a disaster. Our group of 80 people had agreed on a fixed menu months in advance, with an average price of €22 per dish. But what we got was far from that... I waited 1.5 hours for my meal—and I was lucky, because others had to wait even longer! On top of that, there was only one vegetarian option. Then came the bill. Not only were we charged for tap water we never ordered, but sides like potatoes and gravy suddenly turned out to be extra. We ended up paying at least €8 more per person, which adds up to over €600 in outright rip-off! And as if that wasn’t bad enough, there were items on our bill that we never ordered. To make matters worse, the cashier was completely incompetent. My order had to be re-entered three times, as if she didn’t know what she was doing. It all felt very suspicious, like I was being forced to pay without anything actually being deducted from the bill. And the cherry on top? The next day, multiple people in our group suffered from stomach problems. Apparently, food hygiene is not a priority here. This restaurant is a DISGRACE. Deceptive practices, terrible service, and possibly unsafe food. Save yourself the trouble and go somewhere else!

Time to place an order 1 hr+ Time to receive beer 50 mins Time to learn your starters is unavailable 52 mins Time to learn your main dish is unavailable 57 mins Time to get bread - cancelled after 23 mins Time to get your starters 1 hr+ Time to receive your main dish - unknown. It’s been over 2,5 hours since we came, still waiting.

A really nice place to have some Mexican food. Very well located and the service is great. Portion size is well balanced and drinks are great.

An amazing place, whether for a drink or a meal, this place offers a lot of options. The food was very delicious, the atmosphere was great and the staff was very friendly although there was a shortage of staff but maybe because it was a sunday evening. The Nachos Original were very delicious and crunchy. The Crispy Chicken Caesar Tacos were very tasty but small. The Fajita Pollo Poblano portion was very big but very delicious. The San Francisco cocktail was very refreshing. A must try restaurant!!

The drink I ordered was like 80% ice. Food and service were OK, nothing special

Lovely waitresses, excellent food. The portions are a tad small, but the ambiance and atmosphere make up for that. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options.

Good food and large portions came with friendly service that was available in English.

I loved the vibe, the music and the drinks. The price was very high though. Two cocktails (small) and some fries cost us 30 euros.

Great service, loved the tres amigos and the burrito. The cocktails are amazing as well.

The quality of the food was disappointing, and I did not feel well afterwards. The bathroom had a foul odor and there was no paper towel left. Although the service was friendly and the prices were decent, I would recommend going to a different restaurant for more authentic falafel.

Amazing experience! The shawarma platter was incredible, loaded with tender and flavorful meat. Paired with it were some of the most delicious side dips I've ever had - a perfect complement to the meal. Highly recommend trying the shawarma platter with rice!

This was my last meal in Germany many years ago, and I had it again right after I came back.The dishes should be updated, and there is a self-service ordering machine, which is more convenient.

One of best places for having green veggies food in Essen. We can choose our own mixes. Really amazing food!

I have ordered and bought food from them many times as I like their food. The service is usually very kind. Last time i went in there was a waitress who made a mistake in my order and she was asked politely to change it. For no reason she became angry and agresively placed the new food on the table and went away. Nobody did anything wrong to her. Such behaviour gives a really bad feeling. I left the restaurant soon after. I will not give the place a bad rating because normally there are no issues and everyone is welcoming.

Absolutely amazing Middle Eastern food. Possibly the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommended )) I had the mixed teller with shawarma kafta falafel. I’m salivating at the thought of it...

THIS PLACE is AMAZING. The food and the Stuff are just GREAT. Such a GEM in the middle of Essen. Love IT

Wonderful synagogue. Admission and audio guide are free. Staff were very helpful and friendly. I spent a pleasant morning here learning about all aspects of this place of worship.

Really interesting and free to visit

2022.4.29 It was on my way to downtown. According to wiki, it "is one of the largest, best preserved and architecturally most impressive testimonies to Jewish culture in pre-war Germany." In 1913, it was the new synagogue. There was a police car parked near by.

It's a beautiful Old Synagoge with an awesome history... A guided tour is recommended.. The guide explains each and every details.. and it's awesome...

#Essen #JewishCulture #Museum Surprisingly this museum is a must if you want to learn more about Jewish culture, not only focused in Essen, but all around the world. Free entrance, audioguide available, lockers for clothes.

It was very interesting for me as I was not familiar with Jewish beliefs before. The synagoge is gorgeous and you are free to explore all floors (for free) and stay as long as you like. There are also exibitions on each floor. I would highly recommend it to everyone!

Really interesting! The museum inside is very modern done, lots of things to see and do. There is a wall with famous people that have some kind of Jewish relation, and you are able to see and learn some traditional Jewish dances. This was really fun to do.

If you like sushi this is definitely a great place to have some high quality sushi! The food was delicious, I also tried some sake for the first time, overall a great experience!

I enjoyed my time here a lot! Very authentic japanese food, in a cozy setting. The restaurant itself is not big in size, but had a great variety. Sushi tasted as fresh as it could be and very professionally made. The mint tea was also amazing. Plus, it’s always good that they don’t close mid-day during the weekends. Absolutely worth a visit!

Being in Essen in a business trip, never expected to eat so good sushi. Service is amazing. Highly recommend

Some of the best sushi I've had. Teriyaki tempura roles were especially delicious. The inside is a little dated but this doesn't really impact your eating. The staff are lovely. Will definitely return next time I'm in Essen.

Very nice sushi restaurant. Parking lot is nearby so that’s also good. Very friendly stuff.

Pretty small restaurant, but very good Sushi. Under right weather conditions you may sit outside. The meals are made fresh, prices are mid-level. Quite friendly service, just cash will be accepted. I would come back.

They serve authentic japanese food in a lovely small restaurant with a cozy, warm atmosphere. The staff is very polite and friendly. The quality of the food is very good, especially for the price. I'd highly recommend this to anyone who likes sushi and other Japanese cuisine or would like to give it a try.

this must be the best neighbourhood to live in around Essen - beautiful, serene environment. the hotel is very old but very well maintained. service is excellent and very consistent. the restaurant is very good too, although a bit pricey. Edeka is right outside, with a bakery and ice cream shop just round the corner. parking is a breeze. the only downside is the very weak aircon, but a fan was provided and it was enough in mid summer. i stayed for 15 nights and i will not hesitate to stay here again.

We need to be in Essen every 3 weeks for a few months and were searching for a nice place to disconnect and relax for 3 days. Well we found it ! The area is like paradise, nice woods for breathing and for the dog to play with other nice dogs, great houses, really green and nice. We felt welcomed and well treated, people are warm and friendly. The room was big and had huge windows, really nice and not claustrophobic like some other hotels. The bed is really comfortable and the room is clean. The breakfast is a little too expensive in comparison of other hotels for the same type of food but it's made with love, served with love and the croissants are like in France ( not easy to find in Germany). We are so happy of this hotel, that we reserved in advance for the next times !!

The hotel was nice, clean, and in a beautiful location. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The breakfast buffet was excellent. We were traveling with a 2 year old and we asked for a children’s bed. They set one up the first day but I was surprised to be charged quite a bit extra for it. Had we known we would have brought our pack and play from home, sadly we were not informed of the extra charge until after the fact, therefore I removed stars from an otherwise nice experience.

Fantastic hotel full of character. Restaurant for lunch was amazing! Salmon and burgers cooked to perfection. What a fantastic hotel the staff are absolutely amazing everyone made us feel at home and were so professional it was unbelievable. We were especially enamoured with Assad he was fantastic recommending fantastic wine to accompany our incredible meals. We even had a special Easter meal in our room. I definitely recommend this hotel if you’re in Essen anytime.

If you like to experience the industrial flair of the Ruhrpott. This is perfect location. Located in the heart of the landmark Margarethenhöhe it displays the part of the history of the Krupps. Super friendly staff …

Very pleasant hotel. Friendly staff. Quiet location. Excellent breakfast and very good restaurant. Room very comfortable with all amenities. Overall an excellent stay.

Too expensive for the quality one gets. Three person room, was a two person room with an added stretcher....advertised "free parking" on the Square is not possible on friday and tuesday because of the market the next day. One may park in the hotel parking, for €9,-.... Something we read on a leaflet in our room, so we needed to go back to the car and find another spot. Would have been nice if mentioned at the check in. Breakfast was ok. Not recommended.

Awesome place. Could spend all day. Take swimming stuff! Eat and drink here too. Lots of parking. Cycling is best way to see it.

The Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex(German Zeche Zollverein) is a large former industrial site in the city of Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It has been inscribed into the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites since December 14, 2001, and is one of the anchor points of the European Route of Industrial Heritage.

Werksbad was great. No fee. It was empty, too. Crazy cool usage of old industry places. Feels still alive. Somehow.

You have to visit this place but you will need full day to enjoy the places

impressive and oppressive. amazing monument to coal, the region and the legacy. leave the children at home, bring time and your wallet. go bauhaus!

Excellent location!

Explanation of 2hours with international guide and lots of explanative movies! Very well done

1900-1901: The brick building, originally known as the 8th mechanical workshop, was erected as an industrial hall on the eastern edge of the former Essen Krupp cast steel factory. World War II: The hall was not destroyed during the war, but the statue of the Alfred Krupp memorial in front of the workshop was toppled by aerial bombs. 1983-1987: AEG-Kanis rented and later owned the factory building, producing steam turbines initially and later gas turbines. Gas turbines and compressors were manufactured for the natural gas pipeline from Siberia to Western Europe. 1991: After AEG-Kanis relocated, the building was placed under monument protection. January 1993: Plans were made to convert the old brownfield site into a more attractive area for tourism and new industries. July 1994: A usage concept was presented to convert the industrial building into a musical theater, and it was named Colosseum Theater as a tribute to the Varieté Theater that existed in Essen from 1899 to 1929. May 1995-December 1996: The building was converted into a musical theater by the architects Kohl & Kohl. The original steel construction and glazed roof were preserved, and the stage tower and auditorium were integrated. The theater hall could accommodate over 1400 people, and the foyer had space for around 2000 people. 1996-2000: Stella Entertainment AG operated the theater. August 2000: Stage Entertainment took over the musical venue after Stella AG's insolvency. From this point on, musicals were no longer performed at the Colosseum Theater. February 17, 2020: The RAG Foundation and energy company E.ON purchased the Colosseum with plans to establish a center for innovation from July 1, 2020.

Nice little concert hall. We went to see Nick Cave and had a great time. Bathrooms are a little bit far away from the stage. You have to go up 2 floors, which was not a big deal for me, but I saw no elevators for people with disabilities or the Elderly. Who knows... maybe I just missed them🤷. The venue is a couple of stops away from Essen HBF. You can take the S-Bahn.

Great venue in a beautiful historic industrial building, roomy atmospheric lounge.

The redhead and I have been attending musicals together for nearly twenty years here in Germany, the UK and the United States and this is still one of our favorite theaters. We always drive up early so we're not stressed out from making the start time so having so much to do while waiting for the doors to open is a bonus we truly enjoy!!!

Tolle Location

Very nice place. Very close to center. It is near Limbecker platz shopping center only 2 metro sops from Essen Central station. Atmosphere in Colosseum is special. Feels like in fancy very old renovated factory.

Amazing evening with Nick Cave - Thanks!

2022, April 29 to May 1 Sits in downtown Essen on the original Essen market square. Reportedly, it was once the economic, political and religious center of the city. The originally Romanesque hall church, which was partially rebuilt in the late Gothic style. It was the first Protestant church in Essen.

Extremely dirty city centre…

Small cozy place, without too many people, but it may be smelly from time to time

A beautiful place of peace and quiet in the middle of a bustling shopping centre.

Great atmosphere, friendly and value for money! Well done

Superb ... The mead drink from the monks was elexior

It touches me

Beautiful natural area to walk around. Great views on Lake Baldeney. Nicely kept ruins of the castle are perfect for children to explore and play. Interesting historical site. Enough places in the area for a drink.or quick bite, but on-site at the ruins is nothing. Not accessible for disabled people. Free parking a few hundred meters away.

Beautiful view, easily accessible with car or bike. There are couple of pathway on the side of the hill, or down to the lake. Free parking 150meters away

A good walk up to the old castle. It had such a short life of 48 years …

Super excellent place to visit. Thickness of walls, strategic locations. Water well inside ( though closed) watch tower window, kitchen area living quarters, out door patio. Gate and rear door. Everything is mesmerising. This is one place where you must have a small room for meuseum. Well worth that. There are several walks down to Baldeneysee and best is gonsee ruine and then down to see and walk to S-Bahn station. Saves a lot of climbing up to bus station.

Beautiful place to visit, with amazing views and nice walks down to the lake. Plenty of parking and when Covid is sorted a nice Steakhouse restaurant and bar is a few minutes waly away

Beautiful sight for those interested in history or those who just wanna hike around the area up and down the mountain. All the way down you reach the river and the view is super rewarding 💎

Great viewpoint, my favourite place in essen and the forest that goes down to river is full of surprises.

Nice old school café with many cocktail options - and they are good. However beer is very expensive in Essen (Germany). Great ambiente and good terasse concept with music.

Reasonable coffee. Not really strong coffee unfortunately. The Apfelstrudel though was good.

Great place to eat & get a good drink. Service is excellent. Food was wonderful. Everyplace closes at 8 pm, they stay open longer.

I am writing this review from the cafe. There is 1 young woman who is taking care of all the guests, just 1 person for all tables. Some male colleagues are busy chatting among themselves and enjoying while their colleague is running from table to table. Just couldn’t help not writing this review.

We had a koffee stop in the cafe extrablatt and it was fantastic. The alfresco seating was perfect after our shopping trip. 5 stars.

I came with my friends. the waitress only took the order for one person and turned and left. After that, my friend called us to order and she was very rude, she brought a drink and hit the table with all her might every drink she put down on the table. And she turned and left. 1 drink was still missing. we waved her to come, even though the garden was empty, she went around us. After that I went in and talked to another waiter who said that he would talk to her and that he would come to our table to take the order after 10 minutes she still didn't come to our table just laughing in our face. I went inside and talked to the manager of the shift and said that I will not pay for the drink that arrived incorrectly and the order was not complete and that the waitress is very unprofessional and unkind and that I am very disappointed. The shift leader tried to excuse the waitress, but no one solved the problem. While she was laughing in his face the whole time. After that we got up and left. I will certainly not come there again. The waitress had blond hair and was small. I do not recommend this cafe to anyone, because the service is 0 points. I'm really disappointed. Since I am a well-known influencer, I will publish a cafe with a bad rating on my profile.

Good coffee 4/5 Cake 1/5 Don’t order cherry cake, its very raw, cheeries were really soar and with seeds. The crust was realistic hard compare to the cheeries filling

Normally I go for the burger but went “rogue” and got the garlic Parmesan fries, the cauliflower and some drinks. Though I ordered on the phone the service was quick and attentive. One of the best HiG locations

Pleasant burger bar in the pedestrianised part of Essen town centre. The selection was good and the meals tasted nice. It was cooked freshly to order. The location is great for the town centre and because the area is for pedestrians only there are no cars making noise or pollution when sitting outside I would recommend for a quick lunch when you're in town

The ambiance is amazing in the branches of Hans IM Gluck. The place gives a sense of comfort once you enter into it. The pommes/fries in here are awesome, along with it, their frest juices are WoW!!! Loved their vegan options at the menu. Overall rating 7.5/10, Ambiance 💯

I know this chain from a few years ago and had mixed feelings about it - I was always charmed by the decor, but the service was not always nice. Today's experience in Essen was the nicest we've had so far - very friendly staff and perfect service, food served quickly (there was no heavy traffic at this time) and very tasty. We were served here the most beautiful nude burger we've eaten so far (pictured). I also really liked the graphic design of the menu card!

One of my favourite places to have a delicious burger! there are always four types of sauces on the table! That's great! I usually take daily menu, so you can have burger, side (French fries or Salad), cold and warm drinks!

The Manu is too complicated specially if you don't speak German. But the waiters were so kind and friendly. (didn't speak English as well) So my suggestion is to read the Manu before it's a pdf available on their website and then go there. The burgur is good not the best the meat was a little bit dry. They have cocktail and new handmade drinks on menu but not e normal fresh mohitoo or. Limonade only the ones with can are available if you are allergic to fruits. But over all it was a nice experience and the environment was really awesome.

Super understaffed! When we arrived, no one was there to greet us so someone behind the bar had to shout at us and point in the direction of some free tables. It then took ** 20 minutes ** for someone to come and take our order. The place wasn't even busy, it was maybe 1/3 full which evidently makes management think they can get away with having only like 4 front staff who are then rushed off their feet... We ordered food, non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails, which they said they'd bring us later, after food. The food arrived about 10 mins later, but with both sets of drinks at once which made things a bit cramped. Food itself was really nice! We both got the same burger with the onion rings and BBQ sauce. I'd definitely come back for the food and drinks if it weren't for the wait we had. Also, toilets had no soap and some of the dryers were either off or broken which was a bit annoying.

Such a delightfully educational experience! The collection is massive and so charismatic. Largely due to the eye-opening, empirical knowledge of the ethnologist/photojournalist who guides the visitors through the collection. Definitely makes me want to go back and have a closer look at the stuff I might have missed!

We were here today. This place is incredible. Full of amazing exponats which both attract, hypnotise and... scare. It is important to understand also your place in the journey of life. Powerfull place, interestingly told stories. Everyone who visits Essen, should see it.

An absolutely fascinating experience. If you have any interest in anthropology, African culture and history, voodoo, or just the unusual or macabre, I highly recommend a visit. I went rather spontaneously while on holiday in the area and wasn't sure what to expect, so I just rang the doorbell and hoped for the best. Fortunately I arrived just as a group of three others were about to start the guided tour, so I was able to join them. My ability to speak German is very limited, but the curator and other visitors were willing to do the tour in English, for which I am very grateful to them all! We were shown many extremely interesting and rare items related to voodoo and the African diaspora, and given many extremely interesting facts and backstories about them. The curator is a captivating person who has great knowledge and personal experience with his subject matter. It is obvious that he cares deeply about Africa and it's people, beliefs and customs. Definitely bring cash as card payments are not accepted. I found the experience well worth the money. I recommend calling ahead, especially if you are not fluent in German. But most of all I just recommend going! This museum deserves much more space and recognition, a true hidden gem.

The small museum is private collection in 3 rooms but there are a lot to see about African culture .The owner is your guide and he knows a lot to tell you about which is nessecary to realise what you see.Take with you cash to pay (and chocolates for the Gods if you want something from them.)

This museum is unique. Don't miss it.

Really interesting and worthwhile visit. It is important to know that one must make an appointment beforehand, and that only a limited number of visitors can be accomodated at one time. Henning Christophs extensive knowledge of central Africa and its diaspora is amazing, this must not be lost and will benefit greatly from external (national) funding if this jewel of knowledge is to be relocated and saved for all time. All carefully preserved unique objects and materials have been collected during Mr Christophs research and collaboration with local groups and organisations, NOT as a result of 'stealing' perpetrated by so many nations in the past. The stories Mr Christoph tells are personal and of first hand experience. PLEASE VISIT!, I can wholheartedly reccomend the richly illustrated book 'African Secrets', which can be purchased for just 15 euro, which will also support this fantasic museums future.

This museum is one of the best anthropological museum I have visited. I strongly recommend you to visit it and enjoy. It will be very informative for everyone.

Visited the cafe malakow with some friends and it was really good. The food was good and our waitress was serviceminded and smiling. Can clearly recommend.

Children's was very happy (6,8 years) for so good entertainment, but so long time for waiting its, no so good. My younger son (2years old) have fallen in sleep when we was waiting for the Waffen.

Top Club!

Nice place to party. There is enough room to move around with a garden to get some air. Always go there for nachttanz.

Great Place!

Zeche Carl is an awesome cultural Center.

Super Punk Festival!

Essen. No chance!! Only pupils.

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(Translated by Google) Definitely one of THE locations in Essen, but I also understand the bad reviews. If you don't know what's going on, it can be annoying. But the regulars love it and there are reasons for that. (Original) Definitiv eine DER Locations in Essen, aber ich verstehe auch die schlechten Bewertungen. Wenn man nicht weiß wie der Hase läuft kann das schon nerven. Aber die Stammgäste lieben es und das hat auch seine Gründe.

(Translated by Google) So one star is enough because: Guests well what you would expect 16-18 year old "females" who drink something and act suggestive 2 too expensive 3 the stayers are assis^10 choking one for no reason etc (Original) Also ei Stern reicht voll kommen weil: Gäste nunja was man halt erwartet 16-18 jährige "weiber" die etwas trinken und sich anzüglich auf machen 2 zu teuer 3 die Steher sind assis^10 würgeneinen ohne Grund etc

(Translated by Google) The behind***** club of all time I honestly can't recommend anyone, the bouncers are terrible and I don't even need to talk about the rest, I'll just say right-wing radical :-) (Original) Der behind***** Club aller Zeiten ehrlich kann ich keinen empfehlen die Türsteher unter aller Sau und über denn Rest brauch ich garnicht erst reden ich sag nur rechtsradikal:-)

(Translated by Google) very bad, music, you might as well turn on the radio... one of the worst DJs I've experienced. (Original) sehr schlecht, musik,,, da kann man auch gleich Radio anmachen... einer der schlechtesten DJs die ich erlebt habe.

(Translated by Google) Just kids—average age 21 at best (with good intentions). Music Mupa-style (Original) Nur Blagen - Durchschnittsalter bestenfalls 21 (mit gut will). Musik Mupa-Style

Great metal bar, amazing atmosphere and the vibe is always top. The food is surprisingly good for a bar and they've expanded their menu since the last time I went . There's even a billiards room upstairs with it's own bar. The only possible drawback is that the staff can be a bit "cold" but hey, it's a metal bar

Friendly and quick service. Cheap beers and good bar food. There’s a whole vegan menu which is a bonus. Our server accidentally miscalculated our bill so we ended up paying 10€ more.

The food is good, the staff is kind and there are different areas to suit your atmosphere preference. I didn't enjoy all the cocktails we tried but that was less than a minor inconvenience. Will come back. Good vegan options.

A hard rock/metal bar with a very unique atmosphere! The place can look a bit intimidating from the outside, but the staff and everyone is extremely friendly! They'll never leave you with an empty beer for long. The bar also has a great playlist of rock/metal songs, perfect for those who like this type of music. Everything is also really well-priced.

Cant comment about the food as we didnt have any although it looked good seeing other dishes go out. Looking for a rock bar which plays actual heavier music and that what we got, prices on drinks was reasonable with a good size drink, the atmosphere was great, the design and aesthetic was perfect for some casual drinks with anyone who enjoys the music.

Love the place, rock/metal music. Large area, you can play billiards upstairs. Only cash though.

I love the place and the music. They have billiards upstairs. You can only pay with cash.

Right before heading back home, we were looking for a quick and affordable snack. This place had it all, with a great service on top of it. At a 10 minutes walk from the station in an open area with a nice terrace. It was a nice closure of our stay in Essen.

This review goes across two visits. Once for lunch and once for a late breakfast. Looked to be a decent place, but the paintings were crooked for some inexplicable reason. Not just off a little bit, but purposely hung crooked. I'm sorry, but that takes away from the otherwise cozy atmosphere. Lunch: we ordered a craft mocktail, an avocado and egg bread, and a schnitzel. The schnitzel was good, no real complaints at all. The bread item was... lacking. It was very cold, and wet, and soggy, to our dismay, because the taste itself was good. To be fair, it didn't actually say "toast" on the menu, but one would expect such an item to be toasted. The mocktail was good with fresh raspberries. Good service this time around. We thought to give it another go for our late breakfast. Ordered pancakes, a caesar wrap, scrambled eggs and bacon, and a bread and cheese plate. The description for the bread was a bit confusing, and the server really didn't know how to explain the choices properly either. After quite some time, a completely different server brought our food to us. The pancakes cost €8,50 for some very small and sad cakes. The menu only says you get five but doesn't give a size, and at that price, it almost feels deceitful. The eggs were okay, but they forgot the bacon. This was corrected in a timely manner, by the second waiter. The bread was ok, but the caesar wrap was something else. Firstly, I have never in my life heard of a hot caesar wrap. Maybe the chicken inside would be hot, but not the whole thing. I'm guessing it was baked, but whatever they did to it was completely ass backwards. The lettuce was wilted and hot, the dressing turned into a runny mess, and the chicken was just warm somehow. Biting into it caused it to explode the hot, runny sauce. It fell apart under its own liquids shortly after, and we resorted to eating it with a knife and fork. That barely worked, but this is a horrible menu item. After we finally finished we waited around for some 20 minutes. Our server was running around but just wouldn't come back to the table, even though our plates were cleared by someone else. I was tired of waiting so I hailed another server for our check. Pretty bad service the second visit with middling food. I wouldn't recommend this place.

The servers are so kind and nice. The food is delicious and savoury. The atmosphere is really nice and calm.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great experience! The food was delicious and the service was excellent. The atmosphere was cozy and the place was very clean. Staff were friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this place and I’ll definitely be coming back!

Nice place for a quick bite for breakfast in a central location. Classic Celona charm and atmosphere, good quality, good service. Nice and spacious terrace as well protected by plexiglass panels for a bit of privacy so that you can enjoy your time there. Card payment possible, public parking options in the area (street or Limbecker Platz mall, and so on), so overall a good idea! Immer wieder gern! 😎

One of the best cafe in Essen. I personally love the Celona Curry aka Gelbes Curry. The one with chicken is my favorite. Also the banana beer is something I have trust her and I love it ❤️🤙🤌

Nice interiors and atmosphere, is very comfortable and has a nice view upstairs next to the window. Ordered Lava cake and Apfelstunder mit Eis The Lava cake was really great but really small for the price. Cappuccino was good

Security at front are all rude and looking for a simple reason not to let you in. We've been there 3 times and each time they did their worst to not to let us in. Most recently, because I wore sandals IN SUMMER. Then when you pass the CIA, you expect good music... which unfortunately not gonna happen with them DJs...

I’ve been to this club many times before and usually had a good experience. However, last weekend was extremely disappointing. I arrived with a friend, and the security staff immediately told us to leave. They were rude and claimed we couldn’t enter because my friend had dyed part of her hair green. Then, they changed their reasoning and said we were “too drunk,” even though my friend was simply speaking a bit loudly. To address their concerns, we went to a nearby shop, bought water, and drank more than a liter each. After waiting 1.5 hours to sober up completely, we tried again, only to be turned away once more without any valid explanation. When I explained we were now sober and even showed them the empty water bottles, one of the security guards said, “You can be more sober than me, and I still wouldn’t let you in.” This behavior was unprofessional, unfair, and frankly insulting. I hope the management takes action to improve the conduct and training of their security team, as such treatment is unacceptable and tarnishes the club’s reputation.

The most rs club I ever been in my life I was there at least 5 or 6 times at club but I don't know what happened recently if you are black they will never let you in even if you dressed like a super star. they only let arbs and whites the funny thing they play afro music the hole night 🤣🤣 if your color is white you can be junkie they will let you in. same on you delta

Excellent place for partying in large groups. I was there recently at an event, and the place is massive. There is some construction work going on near its entrance, so finding a good parking place could be a bit tricky. Inside, the place has a modular design, so it can be perfect for creating silent corners, while also having dance floors!

I tried to go there this weekend with friends. The security told my friend first : "nicht heute" and then saw my Ausweis, which was a foreign Ausweis because I keep my German documents at home, took a look at it and said "nicht heute" to me to. I tried to ask why but the security woman was rolling her eyes and just gestured to move away, she looked very close to throwing a punch to. It was completely uncalled for, we weren't rude or anything just asked why and we got treated as if we're criminals or something. I suspect it was because of my foreign ID I gave them and I have to say it was a huge disappointment. I've been living in Germany for 2 years now and I go out almost every weekend and it's the first time something like this happened to me. It was very distasteful, disgraceful and unprofessional. I thought Germany is a progressive country but this made me think it isn't. I would never in a million years try to go back there.

Beautiful venue. Really suprised me as I expected just a regular club like every other and got a super industrial, well decorated and MASSIVE club to enjoy. Lots of space in and outside, places to sit and bars to buy drinks. Sadly there is pretty limited and oddly placed dancefloors in some of the halls. Music was nice, went on NYE, a mix of different styles. About a 50/50 mix between English and German songs. Drinks were very cheap. Also personally despite my color, I had 0 problems at entrance, unlike many other reviews.

Celebrate Good old times of Mudia Art. #flashback moment

Hiya, we came here for the black metal revelation. And as cool as the music was especially acoustics, the Guinness you guys poured was a bit of an insult. :( 400ml for 6€ and it looked really sad... I can surely teach you how to pour it, and make it taste worth the 6€ because frankly, it wasn't worth 6€ seeing how the local pubs in cologne charge the same and pour it proper EVEN during rush hour ;D

We watched Fear Factory live. Really small place for such a huge band. There was no air conditioning inside and it was damn really hot. We almost couldn't breathe. In the break between the bands it was playing Destinys Child... 😭😭😭 The band was amazing but not the right place for them... Tragic..

Small venue with okeish sound (it sounded good, but not without its issues). I think this place is all about the vibe and it is great place for small hard rock / heavy metal kind of bands. Super nice Snaggletooth above one of the bars. They sell quite good draft beer from Guinness or also bottled Becks. You have to pay in cash for everything.

Great place, good sound. Big backstage rooms, though the stairs to get there are narrow and suck. The stage monitor mix was excellent, we could hear everything fine. Wish it was a bit bigger, the place was packed.

Great rock bar. The Karaoke Til Death night was great

Great venue. Sound was good, staff friendly and drinks reasonably priced.

Good place to grab a drink and party. However payment system is a little bit unclear. You got a card when you go inside and all of your drinks is billed on this card. You pay when you exit a club. But on bars there's no information how much beer, drinks costs. So you can be surprised when you pay.

The good things: the sangria and chips (yes, just the chips) were good. The staff were friendly enough when they interacted with us (which was only to order drinks/food). While I do understand that Germany and Europe as a whole don't really do the "Americanized customer service" thing, some interaction during service is appreciated. The bad: everything that I had (again, other than the chips and sangria) was bland and missing a lot of flavor. I ordered the Bistec del Che (a 300g steak you cook on a hot rock), rosemary potatoes, and guacamole with chips. To start, the guacamole that came with the chips was portioned for a child. There was maybe 25g of guacamole, which is not sufficient for the 10,5€ we paid for it. Next, my steak, which was 300g for 33,9€, while the "experience" of cooking it on a hot rock was cool for some, you could tell it was a low quality steak and almost 15% of it was inedible due to tendons and fat. The steak was also wildly underseasoned and tasteless. Not to mention the potato"es" that came with as a side (which listed as an additional side are 6,5€) I put the 'es' in quotes because it was single a quartered potato. And the dip I ordered (the green pepper sauce) was like dipping into a void of warm nothingness. The nachos were wildly overpriced - along with most everything ordered - especially with no meat & how small the guacamole portion was. The portion sizes, food quality, and taste simply were extremely underwhelming and rather disappointing. €6.90 for a large still water when other places it's around €5. €10.90 for chips, shredded cheese, jalapeños, and a miniscule amount of guacamole & sour cream. €33.90 for a tasteless & low quality steak & potato. €18.90 for rice, vegetables, a small amount of chicken, processed & prepacked tasting "salsa." €14.90 for .5 L sangria, a little pricey, although good. The look of the restaurant was interesting and pleasant enough and the sangria was tasty but that was really it. I really want to give this restaurant/experience 2 stars. But I feel there could have been just a bad night of service. Not an excuse, but from someone who has worked the food industry. I understand. I hope improvement comes from this review so that future customers are more satisfied than we were.

Nice place, friendly staff and very good food. But one downside. Sangria is available on the board but you can't order it..

Great food, great taste. Its very unique place. Very big award for this piece of Havana heaven. Congratulations for cook's and service team.

Nice place to have with great burgers, pastas and salads. The interior is really attractive and cozy.

Food is delicious,and the food come out fast.The food is very cheap.The staff was very kind.This restaurant was very good.

The space and decor were very nice. The staff was polite and clean. The food was good, and the cocktails were exceptional.

The cocktails are pretty good but on the expensive side. The mix of alcohol and other ingredients is up to standard. The food is most sufficient and fills with good tastes. However the beef in the wrap was a bit overdone; not really nice.

Excellent local bar, with friendly bar staff - they gave us a free beer :)

When I worked in Essen that wonderful and purely German pub was my favourite one! Great beers and atmosphere😜🍺

Friendly local bar full of an eclectic mix of local 'characters'. Worth a visit

Very welcoming bar for everyone, just keep in mind that the emphasis is on lgbt community

pless it one way to ghet the phone number of the owner of the bar

Don't go there. Old, unfriendly and flat sodas.

Excellent place for drinking beer 👍🏼

Friendly staff and interesting experience to stay two nights in the UNESCO area. Our room was cold and we couldn’t regulate the temperature but a receptionist quickly fixed the issue. Breakfast buffet was one of the best: the variety of food options is amazing, I’ve tried the real honey comb there 😋

I contacted the establishment to cancel one of my two nights of staying 8 WEEKS before the actual dates because of a change in my schedule, they refused to cancel the first night, didn't even refund a part of it. Absolutely horrible costumer practices. Especially as it was during a big concert in the region, most of the hotels were full they would have found another customer easily.

Orginal location in a refurbished industrial environment with preserved antiek and culture. Worth to visit. Enosco and Amazing fotography. Hotel is up to charms. Original Cole Burger.

This hotel is NOT TO RECOMMEND to book. We have booked several rooms with friends to come for the summer festival. The booking was confirmed but felt strange. We have checked with tjem to reconfirm the orders and all was OK. Now two weeks before they called us with rooms cancellation due to system glitch. This happened apparently to another 20guests booked and they had to cancel their rooms. We are in 2024 pls fix your systems. Also hotel they recommend to book instead was not adequate the quality we booked innitially. Very sissapointing service...

extraordinary hotel room and environment and the breakfast was delicious and with so much variety! Greatly surprised by the room decor and the wonderful bed and shower. Adorable that is pet friendly! (I did not take my pet neither am I aware if dog must stay in the room when you'll have to head to breakfast...) A place to come back with sweet and dedicated staff a great cleaning service!

Friends Zeche Zollverein is situated at, almost literally, a stone throw distance from the Zollverein grounds. The location is excellent, but the parking price is, at 10 euro a bit steep if you're just spending one night there. Three stars for the rooms; and that is a bit personal. The room we had was painted in an anthracite color. That color fits into the coal mine theme of the hotel, but lends a very gloomy feel to the location. Also there was no mini bar and, for some reason, there was a window in the shower indirectly facing the room's window. Depending on your inclination towards privacy, that was a bit odd. The breakfast was pricey, but we found out that was the case for all hotels in the surroundings. When we visited (14-08), however, there was no seating available for breakfast and we had to sit in one of the meeting rooms. No big problem, but for €19,50 p.p. one would expect to at least have a table to sit at. Overall, the experience was very good still, but for the hotel's pricepoint one could expect a bit more.

I’ve never stayed at a hotel with more authentic character, from the decor to the staff (which you can tell have been specially hired for their warmth and genuine kindness) to the incredible breakfasts every morning I genuinely think this is one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at.