Hotel Christinenhof Gadebusch

The exterior of this patrician house (1585) in the heart of Lübeck is just as beautiful and charming as its stylish interior, which is adorned with art. In the kitchen, Roy Petermann and his son Jean-Luc serve up classic cuisine with a Mediterranean twist in the form of a three- or five-course set menu that changes every three weeks (beautifully presented in calligraphy), or – when pre-ordered per table – a seven-course surprise menu. There is also a vegetarian set menu. Dishes such as marinated hamachi with asparagus vinaigrette, lettuce and elderflower, or onglet steak with truffle jus and v

To experience a true institution of the Baltic Sea, look no further than this elegant fine dining restaurant in a side wing of the Maritim Seehotel. Chef duo Thomas Lemke and Simone Melis preside over the creation of classic cuisine, to be ordered à la carte or as a four- to seven-course set menu. Options include dishes such as flamed langoustine with butterhead lettuce, tomato, and charcoal notes, or exquisite Müritz lamb with aubergine, parsley and a spicy pomegranate jus. The friendly and professional waitstaff provide excellent wine recommendations. Delightful terrace overlooking the small

The Mediterranean feel of the Hotel Gran BelVeder, located right by the Baltic Sea beach, extends to this small fine dining restaurant with an elegant interior done out in warm tones. Despite the beautiful location on the Bay of Lübeck, you will unfortunately have to do without a sea view, unless you sit outside on the terrace! But Gunter Ehinger's classically based cuisine deserves your full attention anyway. He uses excellent ingredients including in-season regional produce such as venison from the Ellerbrock hunters, as well as international specialities. One standout among many sophisticat

This bistro with a pleasant, cosy atmosphere is located in the middle of the city – the cathedral is just a stone's throw away. La Bouche is on the ground floor and El Pato is on the first floor, but diners enjoy the same international and Mediterranean dishes on both levels. One speciality is beef bourguignon with French Charolais beef. In addition to à la carte dishes, there are two set menus, one of which has dishes for sharing, tapas-style. Cordial service. The terrace in the pedestrian zone is also appealing.

Located in the heart of the city, in a wine merchant's house dating back over 250 years, this restaurant is considered one of the finest in the region. This delightful historical setting boasts a beautifully restored barrel vault ceiling, and the wonderful atmosphere is further enhanced by live piano music at weekends. The team led by chef Marcel Kube serves up modern cuisine, drawing on seasonal influences and using mostly regional ingredients. The ambitious plant-forward set menu also includes one fish and one meat option. Choose between the five- or seven-course format; it is possible to ad

This bistro, too, is definitely worth a visit. The second dining option in the Weinhaus Uhle hotel is at once a wine shop and an appealing restaurant and is open all day long. Seated at wooden tables in an attractive space, you enjoy à la carte dishes or a three- or four-course menu. For chef Marcel Kube and his team, regional ingredients are key. Classics include "Die Fischsuppe" (fish soup) and "Der Uhlsche Klops" (meatballs). There is also a good wine selection. In summer, tables are set up on the street out front.

This restaurant boasts a gorgeous location at Lake Schwerin. Inside, the atmosphere is pleasingly laid back; the decor is modern, and you can see into the open kitchen. Out on the terrace you can take in the view of the small harbour. The reasonably priced daily set menu, served at lunchtime, is a hit. In the evening, you can choose from a good variety of dishes, including steaks listed on the specials board. Only the finest regional and seasonal ingredients are used. Tip: They also hold cookery classes.