Ohhh, yesterday I found a gem and I am tempted to move to Wilhelmsburg now, a district of Hamburg south of the Elbe and not nearby my usual hood, but their Vietnamese restaurant WAT DAT PHỞ is unlike usual Vietnamese restaurants. They even serve it with quẩy (fried bread), which is warm and made in their food stall.
I was in vegetarian heaven as I tried the soup made of broth, rice noodles called bánh phở, and a few herbs with tofu wantan. All home-made, with extraordinary texture and quality. I found myself back in Vietnam. The plastic stools were the only thing missing; you sit outside at typical German beerbenches and maybe hear Turkish pop from the neighbourhood while inside the restaurant they play Vietnamese songs from Youtube.
I would have loved to eat more but wasn't able to. Such a shame. I need to come back asap. By the way: check out the surrounding area, as there are many canals where you can stroll and enjoy the Hamburg waterside.
Find your way with 180 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
"Tauschhaus" in Hamburg (exchange house) is THE PLACE to get rid of everything you don't need but someone else might still enjoy! Great neighborhood spot.
by
"Baakenpark" in Hamburg is in HafenCity one of the biggest architectural projects in Europe. This recreation area is one of the new gems being formed...
by
"Mexiko Strasse Taquería" in Hamburg really reminds me of the food I had next to the Mexican border. Their tacos aren't the same you'll find everywhere...
by
THIS "Cross of Nails" in Hamburg is one of the 330 worldwide made from the destroyed Coventry Cathedral. They're symbols of peace and reconciliation...
by
The "Löwenkopf", or Lion's Head in St Petri in Hamburg, is one of the oldest pieces of art we have here in the city. It's existed since 1342...
by
"Mellin Passage" is the oldest passage in Hamburg (est. 1864). It's a great place to hide from the rain and discover some of the city's oldest shops...
by
"Rialto" in Hamburg is on an island, so that makes me feel a little bit like I'm in Venice! The food isn't cheap but it's beautiful -- as are the waiters!
by
"BERS" is a top-notch restaurant in Hamburg, mostly for the just amazing love the chefs have for the organic produce. You have to try their wines...
by
"Nivea Vending Machine" sells the cutest and smallest version of the cream which I like as typical, small gifts! Did you know Nivea is based in Hamburg?
by
"Lockengelöt" in Hamburg has little recycled things and pieces the owners have designed themselves. The owners have big hearts and it shows!
by
180 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 180 Insider Tips