Food & Drink – Düsseldorf

A city that stimulates all senses.

Elegant, hospitable and of typical Rhenish joie de vive. - Düsseldorfers certainly know how to enjoy life.
The famous Königsallee with its elegant street cafés is only a few steps away from the historic “Altstadt”, the old town. The Picturesque alleys are home to more than 260 restaurants, pubs and bars. Traditional breweries with heavy wooden ceilings, “in” bars, and comfy student haunts nuzzle up to each other.
The Rhine embankment promenade leads to the Media Harbour along its atmospheric open-air bars.  A variety of trendy modern restaurants and bars has settled down enliven the unmistakable harbour scenery.

 

Culinary Düsseldorf

Rhenish marinated beef with raisins, Flönz, a sausage speciality or pea soup are typical Düsseldorf gastronomic specialities. Another classic dish is Halve Hahn, a cheese speciality served with caraway and onions. On the side, a small rye bread roll. And those who enjoy things a little spicier should try "Mostert", the famous mustard from Düsseldorf.

 

 

Famous Düsseldorf 'Altbier'

'Alt' beer from Düsseldorf is one of the city's specialities that have become internationally famous. Naturally, it tastes best in one of the local breweries. Most of them are located in the legendary Altstadt, the old town. In some of them you can even see the huge brewing vat. Alt beer is top-brewed, copper-coloured, tart in taste, partly with a distinct flavour of hops.

Original Düsseldorf 'Killepitsch'

Killepitsch - A herb flavoured liqueur which has become a true Düsseldorf speciality. Until today, its recipe has been a well guarded secret of the family Busch. Made exclusively from natural ingredients, Killepitschis left to ripen in earthenware bowls for a full year. This guarantees a perfect blending of the herbs, fruits and berries with the alcohol and makes the liqueur unrivalledly smooth. This process has been unchanged for more than 40 years and results in a product of constant quality. Visit the ‘Kabüffke’bar & store, located in the old town and have a taste of something typical and special.