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Off the main routes

The culinary scene in trendy districts such as Flingern or Unterbilk is surprising, from corner pubs with their old regulars, cafes with a living-room feel, through to the ice cream parlour at the petrol station.

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Brewery Zum Schiffchen

Brauerei Zum Schiffchen in the heart of the Altstadt (Old Town) is the oldest restaurant in Düsseldorf, one considered a typical original Düsseldorf restaurant. The atmosphere, furnishings and food here are as much guarantors of originality as the blue-aproned “Köbesse” – the waiters – who “celebrate” their service with Rhenish humour and the typical Düsseldorf dialect – much to the delight of guests and travel groups from countries all across the world. The restaurant was first mentioned in 1628 and is proud to have had even Napoleon among its patrons.

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Brewery Uerige

The Uerige home brewery has been brewing excellent beer in the heart of Düsseldorf’s Old Town since 1862. It is still produced according to the purity laws of 1516. The Uerige brewery serves homemade snacks and daily specials that vary according to the season.

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Brewery Zum Schlüssel

The antique character of the home brewery, where service and quality are top priority, fascinates everyone entering Schlüssel in Düsseldorf’s Old Town. The popular brewery has its very own history dating back to 1850. In this pleasant atmosphere, brewery fans enjoy the culinary specialities of the Rhineland with a cold “original Schlüssel” Altbier brewed on the premises.

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Brewery "Im Füchschen"

The popular Füchschen beer has been brewed here, sold at the pub on Ratinger Straße and drunk with much gusto since 1848. In summer, those thirsty for a beer populate the road, and in bad weather the pub has sufficient space inside for all to eat and drink well.

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Brewery "Frankenheim"

The private Frankenheim brewery (founded in 1873) not only brews one of the most popular beers in Düsseldorf and the surrounding area, but also provides a favourite meeting point for young and old with its brewery pub on Wielandstraße. The rustic pub with its welcoming atmosphere is open seven days a week and serves local specialities, in summer also in the historic beer garden.

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Kushi-Tei of Tokyo

This is a popular restaurant due to the fantastic authentic Japanese food. Here you can eat an amazing range of dishes like sushi, deep-fried tempura and specialities like Kushiyaki, (charcoal grilled skewers with different kinds of meat, fish and vegetables). As soon as you walk in you will get that warm Japanese feeling. The restaurant is small and often very busy so book ahead.

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Rheinturm Top 180

Excellent cuisine and delicious wine at 172.50 meters, in this rotating restaurant, offering a constantly changing breathtaking view and an amazing panorama of the city and the Rhine River.

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Curry

Try the extrawurst sausage prepared by star chefs! The place has a modern ambience with comfortable seating out front. Get your gourmet currywurst (German sausage with curry sauce) and French fries. They also have an unusual range of homemade sauces like chilli-apricot or peanut satay. And if you pay a premium you’ll experience the saying “the customer is king” and get your currywurst served in gold leaf!

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Miss Moneypenny

Stylish bar at Bilker S-Bahn (light rail) station. Kitted out in lilac, with interesting audio books playing in the toilet. Recommended at any time of the day or night. There’s a generous choice for breakfast, a lunch-of-the-day menu, and in the evenings à la carte dining.

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Nooij

A café to lift your mood! The usual clientele are relaxed, cool and friendly. Slightly off the beaten track, it offers a creative breakfast menu and a selection of warm dishes. It’s so relaxed breakfast is served until 16:00!

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Dr. Thompson’s

Düsseldorf’s latest hotspot! The 600 sq m former power plant now houses a restaurant, bar and club. An open fireplace, a motley mix of furniture and live music all contribute to the uniquely laid-back feel. The highlight here has to be the “floating” terrace. Defini tely worth dropping by!

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Clube Portugues

You will find this restaurant with typical Portuguese charm in Flingern district of Duesseldorf. With attention to detail the restaurant serves delicious fresh seafood, Portuguese tapas and grilled meats. Friendly staff, cosy atmosphere and amazing food - it cannot get better than this!

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Im Schiffchen

Im Schiffchen is located in the historic centre of Kaiserswerth with only ten minutes drive from the city centre of Duesseldorf. This French restaurant will treat you with a very special culinary experience and where the cuisine will hopefully please your palate. The owner, chef Jean-Claude Bourgueil have been awarded with three Michelin stars.

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