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Unpretentious and honest; one of the few places where you can get a proper Aalsuppe for a very reasonable price. — St. Pauli

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Lunch; popular with locals and tourists alike.

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Modern, high-quality fish restaurant with a Mediterranean touch; very popular with locals. — Winterhude

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The most beautiful setting in Hamburg; 17th-century wooden houses provide the perfect backdrop for a historic dish. — Neustadt

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Afternoon; explore the historic courtyard houses before dinner.

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Modern take on Hanseatic classics; they focus on high-quality regional sourcing. — St. Pauli

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Pre-theater dinner.

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The most authentic atmosphere in the city; honest, high-quality Labskaus served in a tiny, historic "coffee klappe" for dockworkers. — HafenCity/Oberhafen

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Afternoon; the building is visibly leaning due to flood damage, which is part of the charm.

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Eating Labskaus here feels like being in a 1950s movie; it’s one of the few remaining "real" harbor bars that still serves full meals. — St. Pauli

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Late evening; a legendary sailor’s pub where the walls tell stories.

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The self-proclaimed "Labskaus Ambassador"; they have served millions of portions since 1795 and even sell it in cans for tourists to take home. — Neustadt

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Lunch or Dinner; the interior is like a maritime museum, perfect for a cozy traditional meal.

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Known for its commitment to slow food and traditional recipes; their Labskaus is often cited as the most "homemade" tasting in the city. — Altona

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Evening; a cozy, candlelit atmosphere in a residential area.

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Huge portions and a gritty, welcoming local vibe; it’s where locals go when they want honest comfort food without the harbor price tag. — St. Georg

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Evening; this is a classic "Kneipe" (pub) that stays lively late into the night.

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A cleaner, more modern take on the traditional dish without losing the soul; great for those who find the old pubs a bit too "rough." — St. Pauli

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Evening; located near the harbor, it has a modern but nautical vibe.

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Hearty brewery-style Labskaus served in a cavernous, historic building that smells of malt and hops. — Altstadt

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Evening; the large, vaulted cellar is perfect for group dinners and beer-drinking.

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Famous for their gigantic schnitzels, but their Labskaus is equally legendary and served in portions meant for two. — Sternschanze

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Post-midnight; they are famous for serving massive portions to night owls and early-shift workers.

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One of the most famous and historic pubs in St. Pauli; food is simple and very local. — St. Pauli

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Early evening.

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Quick, cheap, and very fresh; perfect for those who want a taste of the harbor without a sit-down meal. — St. Pauli

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Lunch on the go.

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An institution since 1924; while they have multiple locations, this one maintains the highest standards for a quick, traditional city-center roll. — City Center

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Lunch break during a shopping trip.

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High-end Hanseatic cooking in a beautiful canal-side setting; they use premium beef and hand-pick their garnishes. — Altstadt

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Evening; watch the sunset over the Nikolaifleet canal.

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A classic tourist spot that actually delivers on food quality; their Labskaus is refined and well-presented. — St. Georg

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Dinner; the interior is filled with original ship parts and nautical antiques.

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Dining in the vaulted cellar of the Town Hall is a majestic experience. — Altstadt

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Dinner; located directly under the City Hall.

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Famous wine bar with an excellent kitchen that masters the local classics. — Neustadt

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Dinner for a special occasion.

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Known for its unbeatable price-to-quality ratio; one of the few places where you can get a top-tier Labskaus for under €15. — Altstadt

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Lunch; join the locals and business people for a hearty, affordable midday meal.

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