Bautzen Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Bautzen

November 26, 2017 Osvaldo Hartline

Bautzen (pronounced [ˈbaʊ̯t͡sn̩] ( listen); Upper Sorbian: Budyšin [ˈbudɨʃin] ( listen); Lower Sorbian: Budyšyn [ˈbudɨʃɨn], Czech: Budyšín [ˈbudɪʃiːn], Polish: Budziszyn [buˈd͡ʑiʂɨn]) is a hill-top town in eastern Saxony, Germany, and administrative centre of the eponymous district. It is located on the Spree River. As of 2013, its population is 39,607. Asteroid 11580 Bautzen is named in honour of the city.
Things to do in Bautzen

1. Monchshof

Burglehn 1, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff German, Central European, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +49 3591 490141
Excellent
56%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 120 reviews

Monchshof

Reviewed By PIGGOTTS - London

Having read some excellent reviews about this interesting restaurant we stopped popped in for lunch and were not let down. We enjoyed a wonderful meal in an unusual and interesting location. The staff, dressed in monks robes, were friendly and attentive. The menu was varied and interesting. Food was really delicious and nicely presented. The portions are hearty so there is the option on some of the dishes to have a small serving which some may find ideal for lunch. Our only regret is that we were not able to visit for dinner when we could have enjoyed our food with some local wine and spent a lovely leisurely evening at Monchshof. Not only is this a great find but the town of Bautzen is a joy to explore. We would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant or visit again if we have the opportunity.

2. Bautzener Senfstube

Schlossstr. 3, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff German, European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +49 3591 598015
Excellent
38%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 105 reviews

Bautzener Senfstube

Reviewed By hnrkp - Malmo, Sweden

..of course you need to visit the Senfstube. Good food, nice atmosphere and good service. And mustard of course!

3. Restaurant Burghof

Ortenburg 6, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible Lunch, Dinner +49 3591 531336
Excellent
70%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 32 reviews

Restaurant Burghof

Reviewed By Spiros K - Melbourne, Australia

Dining in Bautzen is a treat but Restaurant Burghof is even better. Popular with the locals whom I dined with.

4. Alter Bierhof Inh. Andre Domsch

Heringstr. 7, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Reservations Lunch, Dinner +49 3591 326018
Excellent
55%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 55 reviews

Alter Bierhof Inh. Andre Domsch

Reviewed By ERIC W - Hangzhou, China

I have taken three trips to Bautzen since 2011, two of the latter being partially based on returning to this very restaurant. Nowhere in my experience (not terribly extensive in Germany) have I found a place with 2L beers, mainly the largest is the dimpled one liter traditional German steins. Anyways, the food has always been great at this restaurant and the fact that they offer a 2L beer is a total seller and for a considerably reasonable price as well. Definite must for lunch or dinner if in Bautzen and conveniently located. I will say the last time that the service was lacking. They seemed somewhat relatively busy, but it also seemed like they may have been understaffed and this resulted in approximately 35-40 minutes for us to receive our rather simple order. I was more than halfway finished with my 2L beer by the time the food arrived. A definite scar on an otherwise good experience.

5. Shalimar

Tuchmacherstr. 13, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Indian Lunch, Dinner +49 3591 40715
Excellent
34%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
11%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 18 reviews

Shalimar

Reviewed By Pechfoodlover - Canberra, Australia

We felt like something a little exotic after travelling a number of weeks in Europe and this restaurant seemed to fit the bill. The Beef Vindaloo and Chicken Marsala were pretty good but not really up to the standard of similar Indian restaurants we have eaten at. Service was friendly and helpful despite them not speaking English.

6. Wjelbik

Kornstr. 7, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Reservations, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol German, European, Central European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +49 3591 42060
Excellent
77%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 134 reviews

Wjelbik

Reviewed By VolkerS2 - Mannheim

We had the Sorbish wedding-dinner, good food accompanied by interestinginformation about history, life and customs of the Sorbs.

7. Zum Haseneck

Kurt-Pchalek-Str. 1 | 02625 Bautzen, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Reservations, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments German Lunch, Dinner HK$78 - HK$157 +49 3591 47913
Excellent
82%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Zum Haseneck

Reviewed By Ted M - Bristol, United Kingdom

Special Asparagus menu on offer at time of visit which included another specialty rabbit option . slightly disappointing as rabbit overcooked but still well put together dish . Service a bit slow for lunch time but busy waitress was very friendly and did her best.

8. Zum Karrasek

Hintere Reichenstr. 2, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Dinner +49 3591 45066
Excellent
36%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 25 reviews

Zum Karrasek

Reviewed By Sulami79

This is a typical German restaurant with a small twist.
The dishes were very tasty, excellent prepared. The small twist was the mustard (famous in Bautzen) that is added to some of them:
- we had a mustard soup and mustard goulash
The interior is very nice and cosy and the service professional.

9. Culinarium

Grosse Brudergasse, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa German, International, Central European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$86 - HK$243 +49 3591 2704949
Excellent
67%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 74 reviews

Culinarium

Reviewed By Saschapraha - Prague, Czech Republic

Lucky me, i got In without reservation. This resaurant is just some steets away from the Market Square! (walk the street uphill from the Market Square and turn the first alley to the left).
Pleasant staff. Tiny restaurant with two small rooms/ corridor and a Terrace In summer. No wonder It is always full.
I started with scallops on aspergus salad. A real treat what did not needed any balsamico dressing. But that was separate on the plate. Bread with ruccola dip was nothing special.
The classical main course Aspergus with Hollandaise sauce with Parsley pátatoes was good but better quality of aspergus can be found In Germany but maybe not around Bautzen. The strawberries icecream with wodka, at the end, not bad.
So the best thing was In the impressive start.
Not to forget the excellent heavy red wine Lagrein at 8,20 € the glass at the start (compared to the sligjtly disappointing desert wine (5,20€).
So for sure they van cook here, but I hope they find better suppliers for Aspergus:
They deserve that.

10. Caffe Creme Venezia

Reichenstr. 20, 02625 Bautzen, Saxony, Germany Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi Drinks +49 3591 532257
Excellent
48%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 15 reviews

Caffe Creme Venezia

Reviewed By Andrew F - Adelaide, Australia

This caffe is more focused on dessert. Prices, I believe are quite good, the food is very tasty and service by the staff was very good.

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