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Click to enlarge map Where to EatFine Dining 1 Holbein’s: An elegantly modern bistro with a warm ambiance, a magnificent kitchen and a discreet music ensemble that performs piano, saxophone or Cuban lounge music (depending on the day). The perfect mix. The roast duck with greens and Kartoffelkloesse and the crème brulée are outstanding. Holbeinstrasse 1 Tel. 49-69-6605-6666 2 Main Tower: Offers an unbeatable view 660 feet above the city. Advance reservations are required to get one of the 12 exclusive tables. Five-star cuisine with specialties from all over Europe and excellent service. No business deals are closed without a dinner at these heights. Neue Mainzer Strasse 52 Tel. 49-69-3650-4777 Eating like a Local 3 Zum Gemalten Haus: The translation of this classic Frankfurt spot is “in the painted house” – the walls sport frescos depicting scenes of local life. Since the late 19 th century, this place has been brewing its own Äpfelwein, Äppelwoi or Ebbelwei, an apple cider unique to Frankfurt. They are famous for their green sauce (another Frankfurt specialty), ribs with bread and sauerkraut and sausages. Schweitzer Strasse 67 Tel: 49-69-614-559 4 Wagner: Two houses away, this restaurant features similar specialties. Take a seat at any of the large tables, and you’re sure to strike up a conversation with your neighbor. You may even end up sharing a pitcher of cider. Suggestions: Frankfurter Schnitzel (veal cutlet) with green sauce and sautéed potatoes or the Frankfurter Platte (a little of everything for four people: ribs, pork shoulder, sausages and tidbits, with potatoes and sauerkraut). Schweizer Strasse 71 Tel. 49-69-612-565 For Any Occasion 5 Paolo’s: You can’t go wrong with this charming Italian restaurant for all tastes and budgets. Good food and a great bar for those who can’t get a table. Schweitzer Strasse 1 Tel. 49-69-617-146 Where to Stay6 Hotel Concorde: A few steps away from the train station and the banking district, the décor at this very comfortable four-star hotel overflows with details. The service is very friendly and welcoming. Karlstrasse 9 Tel. 49-69-242-4220 7 Frankfurter Hof: A five-star hotel near the banking district, perfect for the business traveler. Am Kaiserplatz Tel. 49-69-21502 www.frankfurter-hof.steigenberger.de 8 Althoff Residence Die Welle: Fully equipped apartments right in the center of downtown, a few steps away from the metro and the Opera. Warmly appointed with everything necessary for those wanting more comfort and independence. Leerbachstrasse 7 Tel. 49-69-6976-1900 LAN flights: Every day from Santiago to Frankfurt. |
