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    Bidlabu

    4.8 (65 reviews)
    PriceyBistros, Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids

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    Bidlabu 05/27/19
    Michael U.

    Although Frankfurt may not possess any of Germany's Michelin 3* Restaurants the plethora of talent trained in Baiersbronn has gifted the city with a bevy of talent, and tucked away on Kleine Bockenheimer Strasse an emerging name is that of Chef André Rickert who owns and operates Bidlabu along with Sommelier Dietmar Fritz. Still something of a hidden gem, a sign amongst the masses on Grosse Bockenheimer Stasse leading guests down a small alley to bohemian environs surrounding a small kitchen, it is with reservations highly encouraged that guests arriving Monday through Saturday will find Chef Rickert cooking three or four course menus offered Prix Fixe. Charging just 48 to 55€, Vegetarians ten less for Cuisine equally thoughtful, it was opting for al fresco seats protected by an extendable canopy that two guests sat down Monday night, a lack of dietary restrictions confirmed prior to presenting cold Watercress Soup enlivened by Bacon and Parmesan. Casual yet competent, adjectives equally applicable to Bidlabu's service and Cuisine, it is with steady pace that plates emerge from the kitchen at intervals suited to each table's comfort, course one offering gently cooked Mackerel and puffed Rice plus an unexpected bit of heat. Tempting guests with good Bread, ideal for sopping up the Saffron and Shellfish Sauce served over top Pasta filled with Herbs, course three offered a choice from which one selected Deer and the other Sea Bass, both Proteins well-sourced and properly prepared though the Fish was slightly better thanks to Beurre Noisette and tender Mushrooms while Venison got a little lost in the sweetness of its Sauce. Completing the night with Dessert, Ice Cream made with Herbs no longer the novelty it once was, André nonetheless managed to sell Sorrel thanks to soft White Chocolate and three textures of Strawberry including Mousse perfumed by Flowers.

    Tomato salad
    Daniel R.

    I think we may have accidentally stumbled across the best restaurant in Frankfurt. We didn't realize it was a tasting menu until we sat down. They were able to make accommodations for me as a vegan at the last minute. The food was so impressive, service was great and the ambiance was wonderful. We will be back for sure

    Sam S.

    We were walking around the shopping district of the city and looking for a place to get dinner. After walking around a bit and not really liking the choices on offer I found this place on Yelp and we decided to check it out. It's located away from the main shopping area in a small back street and it's well away from all the cafes and things you see. The decor is chic, trendy and understated. The menu is simple and had a small selection of dishes including a 3 or 4 course menu. They have one or two daily specials as well. The place is small with seating for about 20-30 people with some outdoor seating for warm days. The service is very friendly and quick. The kitchen is open concept with glass all around it and it was fun watching the chef organize the meals. I had the three course menu and absolutely loved it. Subtle flavours with clean and great combinations. I loved the rabbit leg and liver, a dish cooked to perfection and tasted amazing. The meat was super tender and moist. The salmon tartar was also very delicate and beautifully flavoured. The dessert was nice but the rhubarb did not go with the dark chocolate melt. It's one of those desserts I loved and hated at the same time. I would come here in a heartbeat. It's good unpretentious food with delicate flavours. A great place to spend an evening :-)

    Venison dinner

    Amazing food! The service was great too. There wasn't an English menu but the server took the time to walk me through it. Very highly recommend!

    Food here is so good , a proper meal , I will come by every day when I stay in Frankfurt!
    Ting Yu H.

    This is probably the best food I had in Frankfurt, nice price for nice food, own their characteristics, also good service, comfortable environment, the best choice for knowing the Frankfurt dishes! Customers from every kind of age and every country.

    Beef tail
    Jack L.

    This is a great little cozy restaurant with great staff and patrons. The food is excellent as well. One interesting thing is the semi open kitchen where the front glass panel is of such high quality and cleanliness that you can barely see it(only from the barely there edge). We had for starters a German cheese appetizer with some relish, apple slices, and cheese that I cannot write. Sorry I don't know any German other than danke. But it was delicious! Then I had a soup. Pour over style. Creamy with salmon bits. Also very tasty. Shared some mushroom salad that was fresh and easy to eat. Not very special here. I have figured out that mushrooms in Germany are very tasty and tender. Main dish was a beef tail. Nicely cooked. Only some pieces were a bit dry but overall very rich and tasty with cream sauce flavoring, along with I think daikon fries. I think overall this is an excellent place with reasonably priced wine offerings. If you are visiting or local alike you must try this place!

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    Neat place with great food! Service is also great!! Love the food here so much, delicious and made with heart! Will definitely go again!

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    Really great cafe with almost gastronomic food. Excellent service. Reasonable prices. I'll certainly return when back in Frankfurt.

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    Excellent food in a very intimate, inviting space. The marinated goat cheese, veal, handkas are wonderful.

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    Our friends went the a la carte route and had the goat cheese appetizer, the pastrami appetizer, they loved both.

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    Die Rote Bar

    Die Rote Bar

    4.5(112 reviews)
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    A classy speak-easy that is not your usual cocktail bar! You easily walk past by it if you don't…read moreknow the exact address. That said: there is a good reason for this secretiveness: 1) It's small and the atmosphere is private 2) The drinks are made with a great accuracy by masters of their art 3) It's for connaisseurs who worship good drinks The location is great for very small groups from 2 to 4. The atmosphere stimulates good conversations and at times you feel like a visionary from the 20s... Worth the experience!

    As the self-appointed king of speakeasies, my duties include checking them out overseas, too. Die…read moreRote Bar is a true speakeasy which makes it a winner in my book. Ambiance (4/5): You may have trouble finding this speakeasy if you don't do your research prior. It's located inside what looks like the entrance to an apartment. Walk in, press the buzzer, and the hostess will greet you. Once you get inside, it's dimly lit with old school charm. My only complaint. No A/C and uncomfortable chairs. Service (4/5): At a speakeasy, you expect elevated service. And it was good here. Our waiter answered our questions, made recommendations, and had a good sense of humor. When he was asked what a popular cocktail is in Germany, he said beer. Food (N/A): I was on a liquid diet, and I don't think they have food anyway. Drinks (4/5): They have a long list of craft cocktails which is a plus. What I look for at a speakeasy is creativity and an interesting blend of flavors. While some of the options on their menu are basic cocktails, there are some interesting ones, too. The one I had, while the name is escaping me, had a nice fruity and refreshing profile. One of the coolest bars I checked out in Frankfurt. Prost!

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    Bidlabu - bistros - Updated May 2026

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