For a delicious Hamburg-style Franzbrötchen or other home-made pastries, these cafés are the perfect places to find yourself a little treat.
Die Pâtisserie (Ottensen)
Located in the heart of Ottensen this adorable bakery should be your go-to for madeleines, fondant au chocolat, éclairs, tarte au citron, brioche and many other French delicacies. Seating is limited, but why not take your treats (including hot and cold drinks) to go and explore the neighbourhood? Ottensen has never seemed more Parisian!
For more information, see Die Pâtisserie.
Address
Bahrenfelder Str. 231
22765 Hamburg
Getting There
S1 trains to Ottensen
Bus lines 2, 16 to Hohenesch
Kafayas (Winterhude)
Kafayas is a true insider tip for anyone looking for French cafés in Hamburg. It is extremely hidden on the corner of the Glindweg and Semperstraße streets, not too far from the famous shopping areas of Winterhude. Nevertheless, it is almost always full to the last seat. Not surprising since wonderful tarts and quiches are all baked in-house. Kafaya's owners bake around 20 different types of tarts, which can be ordered ahead. In addition to home-baked products, the Kafayas also offers sandwiches with bread from the organic bakery Bahde.
For more information, see Kafayas.
Address
Semperstraße 64
22303 Hamburg
Getting There
U3 trains to Borgweg
Bus lines 6, 17 to Semperstraße
Tre Pazzi (Uhlenhorst)
There are many reasons to visit Winterhude's Tre Pazzi. From the coffee beverages made with local, organic milk to the rotating menu of Italian bistro dishes, to the spectacular sunsets over the Alster lake, this spot is worth a visit. But perhaps the most unique reason to stop by Tre Pazzi is the range of Italian pastries and baked goods, like sfogliatelli and cannoli, which are usually quite difficult (if not impossible) to find in Hamburg.
For more information, see Tre Pazzi.
Address
Hofweg 101
22085 Hamburg
Getting There
Bus lines 6, 17, 25 to Hans-Henny-Jahnn-Weg
Herr Max (Eppendorf)
This is dream come true for any lover of fairytale-like cakes and patisserie: Herr Max and his wife bake excellent cakes, tarts, muffins and biscuits, plus there is delicious coffee and a view of the hustle and bustle in the Eppendorf neighbourhood from the terrace. If the small place is crowded, to go is also always an option. And one more tip: Herr Max also sells homemade ice cream in summer!
For more information, see Herr Max.
Address
Hegestraße 44
20251 Hamburg
Getting There
U3 trains to Eppendorfer Baum
Bus line 114 to U Eppendorfer Baum
Gretchens Villa (Karoviertel)
Eat like royalty at the charming Gretchens Villa on Marktstrasse. From breakfast treats to focaccia, salads and other tempting dishes from the menu of the day to sweet treats from the cake buffet, there is plenty to choose from. The café is decorated in turquoise and gold, and croissants, cookies and cakes are piled high on the counter-top displays. The creamy coffee or fresh mint tea can also be enjoyed on the benches outside the shop.
For more information, see Gretchens Villa.
Address
Marktstraße 142
20357 Hamburg
Getting There
U2 trains to Messehallen
U3 trains to Feldstraße
Bus lines 3, 17 to U Feldstraße
Konditorei Lindtner (Eppendorf)
At the Konditorei Lindtner café you can experience the traditional German coffee house culture of old. The freshly brewed coffee is served in a pot with a warmer, the cakes are traditional favourites like black forest, petit fours and German baumkuchen. Breakfast at Lindtner is a treat as well. Monday to Friday mornings diners can choose from a variety of à la carte options and on weekends there is a buffet.
For more information, see Konditorei Lindtner.
Address
Eppendorfer Landstraße 88
20249 Hamburg
Getting There
U3 trains to Kellinghusenstraße
Bus lines 20, 22, 25, 114 to Eppendorfer Landstraße
