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Enjoy the unique atmosphere of the “Glück & Seligkeit”. It is located in a completely re­con structed church. The bistro restaurant is located in the main part of the church. Where the organ would have been, you will find a cocktail bar instead. Do not miss out on trying one of the tasty drinks! The “Glück & Seligkeit” serves Eurasian cuisine.

Glück & SeligkeitArtur­Ladebeck­Str. 57 · 33617 Bielefeld · +49 (0)521 5576500

English menuCredit card accepted

TerraceSuggested for drinks only

Reservation Recommended, but not essential

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Coffee Stores

Obernstraße 2 33602 Bielefeld

While you are exploring Bielefeld, you might want to have a cup of coffee. There are several places in the city center providing a selection of coffee types and styles. Here are two popular coffee shops downtown:

The Coffee Store StarbucksNiedernstraße 4133602 Bielefeld 13 14

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Up for a beer and home­style German coo k­ing? Grilled knuckle of pork and a fine dark beer are specialties here. This place com­bines a restaurant and a micro brewery in a historic rustic ambiance. After dinner, you can also take home your favorite choice of beer in a two liter beer growler. The Brauhaus offers four sorts of German beer: dark beer (“Dunkles”), wheat beer (“Weizen”), lager (“Helles”), and the local, lager style specialty, (“Leineweber”). If the weather is nice, you can enjoy your dinner outside on the terrace.

Brauhaus Joh. Albrecht

English menu Credit card accepted TerraceSuggested for drinks only Reservation · Not required

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Mauerstraße 38 · 33602 Bielefeld

Of course, you can also find an Irish pub in Bielefeld. Enjoy a pint of Guinness here. Depending on the day, you can join the trivia night or participate in Karaoke.

Irish Pub Bielefeld

Irish Pub

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Hagenbruchstraße 8 · 33602 Bielefeld · +49 (0)521 62351

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The castle ruin “Sparrenburg” is situated on the “Sparrenberg” hill directly in the city. You can already see the “Sparrenburg” tower from the downtown area. It’s only a 15 min­ute walk from downtown up to the castle. From the “Sparrenberg”, you have a great view over Bielefeld. The restaurant is lo cated in a historical castle building. They serve traditional, but innovative Westpha lian cui­sine. Unfortunately, the restaurant is clo sed on Tuesdays.

SparrenburgAm Sparrenberg 38a · 33602 Bielefeld · +49 (0)521 65939

English menuCredit card accepted

TerraceSuggested for drinks only

ReservationRecommended, but not essential

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Karl­Eilers­Straße 20, 33602 Bielefeld

At the “Wilde Kuh” you get what the name promises: “Crazy Cow” – delicious burgers with a variety of sides with modern interpretations. Definitely worth a try if you are looking for something more exciting than the stan d­ard burger with chips.

Wilde Kuh 2

Burger & Kumrubar

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Enjoy your dinner or just a drink while enjoy­ing the beautiful view over Bielefeld. The Bernstein is located on the top floor of a build ing in the heart of Bielefeld. It combines a bistro/bar and a restaurant. You will find the restaurant area in the back of the room. Drinks, snacks and basic meals are available in the front section of the Bernstein.

BernsteinNiederwall 2 · 33602 Bielefeld · +49 (0)521 9628750

English menu Credit card accepted TerraceSuggested for drinks only Reservation Recommended only for the restaurant section

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Currywurst is the mother of all German fast­food. Invented in Germany, it consists of grilled sausage seasoned with a hot curry sauce. It is frequently served at German snack bars. In Bielefeld, there are several snack bars downtown where you can taste a Currywurst. Insider’s tip: The Currywurst

Currywurst

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Numa serves modern interpretations of dishes in spired by the Mediterranean and Asian cuisine. Most of the ingredients (ex­cept for the exotic ones) are sourced locally and the chefs prefer using organic food. The restaurant is located in the heart of Bielefeld’s old town and offers seats outside when the weather allows for it.

NumaObernstraße 26 · 33602 Bielefeld · +49 (0)521 9687478

English menu Waiters are happy to translate the menu

ReservationRecommended, but not essential

Credit card acceptedTerrace

Suggested for drinks onlyNot recommended

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turret in the heart of Bielefeld city is where you can order the basic pork sausage. Like it spicy? You can order a hot Currywurst which is then served with slices of fresh hot pepper. The Currywurst turret is a typical German take­away where the people eat their sausages while standing.

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