Hafenrestaurant Anleger

A seat at the Bootshafen

Anyone seated at the Hafenrestaurant Anleger is in the thick of things: the Bootshafen with its sailing yachts, excursion boats and ferries lies right outside the door. Wood panelling, polished brass details and maritime accents inside pick up the harbour theme without feeling kitschy. On mild evenings the waterside terrace is the most sought-after spot in the house. The Kiellinie promenade, the maritime museum and the city centre are only a few minutes' walk away, so a visit pairs neatly with a harbour stroll or a wander along the Holstenstrasse.

Fish, steaks and classics

The menu connects coast and continent: pan-fried sea fish, matjes herring and shrimp dishes sit alongside hearty steaks and northern German stews. Those who like it classic reach for fish soup or fried potatoes, while steak lovers get their due. A cold beer or a dry white wine rounds things off. Portions are generously measured, the preparation straightforward and reliable. That makes the Anleger suitable for hungry sailors as much as for families looking for a hearty meal after an outing along the fjord.

Good to know before you go

The restaurant is open daily from midday until late evening, so an early lunch or a late dinner are both possible. On sunny weekends and during major harbour events such as Kieler Woche the waterside tables fill up quickly, and a reservation is then advisable. For the finest view of the ferries arriving and departing, come around dusk. The central location also makes the Anleger a practical meeting point before or after a theatre or cinema visit in the city.