Restaurants in Essen

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#1

Al Midan Al Dimaschki

Syrian restaurant

Counter-serve Syrian eatery dishing up classic meals in a casual space with sidewalk seats.

4.00 (12K reviews)
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#2

Spacious, understated pizza parlor chain outlet offering Italian classics & a take-out option.

4.60 (11.1K reviews)
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#4

Road Stop

American restaurant

Burgers, steaks & ribs, plus milkshakes & tap beers, in a wood-beamed tavern with a summer terrace.

4.50 (6.2K reviews)
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#6

Star Diner

American restaurant

Retro American diner with checkered floors featuring burgers, milkshakes & all-day breakfast.

4.30 (5.6K reviews)
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#8

Popular restaurant in Essen, Germany with an average rating of 4.3/5 across 15 reviews.

4.40 (4.7K reviews)
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#10

Asia Zushi Grill

Chinese restaurant

Modern, airy buffet restaurant offering Japanese & Chinese staples including sushi & noodles.

4.60 (4.1K reviews)
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Burger King

Fast food restaurant

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

2.90 (3.5K reviews)
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#17

Classic goulash, pork, potatoes & beer served in a relaxed room & on a terrace overlooking the lake.

4.40 (3.3K reviews)
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#20

McDonald's

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

3.40 (3.1K reviews)
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#21

McDonald's

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

3.60 (3K reviews)
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#25

McDonald's

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

3.70 (2.9K reviews)
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#29

Burger King Essen

Fast food restaurant

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

2.90 (2.7K reviews)
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#30

Restaurant Artemis

Greek restaurant

Generous portions of traditional Greek food served in a quirky dining room with columns & paintings.

4.50 (2.6K reviews)
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#32

McDonald's

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

3.60 (2.5K reviews)
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Burger King Essen

Fast food restaurant

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

3.20 (2.1K reviews)
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#41

McDonald's

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

3.70 (2K reviews)
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#42

McDonald's

Fast food restaurant

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

3.60 (1.9K reviews)
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Leo's Casa

Italian restaurant

Casual stop for pizzas, pasta & Italian meat dishes, with outdoor tables on a large square.

4.20 (1.8K reviews)
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#49

Falafel Grill Arabesk

Lebanese restaurant

Prepared Lebanese favorites are offered in simple, compact quarters at this popular eatery.

4.10 (1.8K reviews)

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