Tip Top Notch. I am fortunate enough to have been invited here on several occasions. My first…read morevisit was an invite with my law school (Bucerius) and I attended a political discussion during the late fall season, followed by a comedic performance by a British guest and then music by a jazz band. The entrance and hallway where they served our light meal was elegant and the attendees are quite sophisticated, since this is a Member's Only Club, which means most of Hamburg's affluent are familiar with the local events here. They often host several discussion panels.
The interior is very regal looking, almost with a British colonial flare mixed with a Marie Antoinette "Let them have Cake" decor. The plush carpeting makes each step in my high heels feel effortless. The main hall is nicely arranged with a grand piano and traditional furniture. If you like to sit, sometimes finding a seat can be challenging if the event has 100 people standing around.
Another occasion where I returned to this club was for an American Friends of Bucerius Fourth of July Celebration, hosted and organized by the American Consulate in Hamburg. They invited students of our law school to apply for the young member's club, which is for ages under 26yrs old, then after that, you must pay full membership fees. Their events are always very nicely done and intimate in size of invites. You would think the crowd might be a bit stiff, but actually everyone I have ever met at these events are quite kind and interesting to speak with. I love dressing up and seeing men in jackets and ties, so this venue is a pleasure to visit.
On a more casual occasion, my director from UBS had taken me here for a professional lunch, which I enjoyed the most, because we dined a three course meal in a spacious Victorian style room that faced the Alster Lake below. It was an amazing view to have during a business lunch. The food and service is unmatched from all the places I have wined and dined in this beautiful city. For European standards, they really made me feel like a VIP. Normally, top notch service is more readily a custom in the USA, but that is a bit biased to say, because the incentive in America is obviously tips, so people practically serve you on a plate of golden smiles. Here in Europe, the customer service is a tad more "subdued" but Übersee Club really pushes the norm in this category.
Perhaps one day I will consider Membership myself, but I am not certain if it is invite only plus a fee, or simply a fee that more than justifies the posh surroundings and fancy food service. If you manage to get invited to this club, it has its benefits.
