10 Restaurants in Jena: Addresses from Our List of the Best

Jena is a university town, and you can tell when it comes to food: around the market, Löbdergraben and Johannisstraße you will find restaurants of all kinds of cuisines, plus places in the outlying districts. In this guide we introduce ten addresses from our lists of the best, sorted by cuisine. Which one suits you is ultimately a matter of taste, occasion and budget.

Fine Dining in the Old Town

If you are planning a special evening, it is best to look at the category of upscale restaurants. For such occasions you should always book a table in advance, especially at weekends.

Haus Im Sack André Böhmer

You will find the restaurant Haus Im Sack André Böhmer at Oberlauengasse 14 in Jena. It is in our list of upscale restaurants.

💡 Tip: Book in good time, especially for weekends and special occasions.

Italian Restaurants around the Market

Italian is the most widely represented cuisine in Jena. On the market square alone, several addresses sit side by side. You will find all the listings in our list of Italian restaurants.

Osteria in Piazza

Osteria in Piazza (Salvatore Ferrara) is right at Markt 2.

Ristorante La Venezia da Pepe

Ristorante La Venezia da Pepe can be found at Markt 15.

Due Angeli Zur Sonne

Due Angeli Zur Sonne is at Markt 22.

Greek and Indian

If you want something different from pasta and pizza, Jena also has Greek and Indian restaurants. You will find more addresses under Greek and Indian restaurants.

DIONYSOS Restaurant

DIONYSOS Restaurant is located at Dornburger Straße 131.

House of India

You will find House of India at Johannisstraße 18.

Restaurant Taj of India

Restaurant Taj of India is located at Unterm Markt 3.

💡 Tip: In the city centre in particular, it is worth looking at several menus. The distances between the restaurants are short.

Japanese and Turkish

Sushi also has many fans in Jena. Our list of sushi restaurants shows a wider selection.

Bunshi

Bunshi is at Löbdergraben 8.

969 Kyoto

You will find 969 Kyoto at Löbdergraben 3.

Yeşilçam türkisches Restaurant

Yeşilçam türkisches Restaurant is located at Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 1. It is in our list of Turkish restaurants.

Tips for Choosing a Restaurant in Jena

• Plan on booking for evenings and weekends, especially for larger groups.

• Check opening hours and the menu directly with the restaurant before your visit, as they change.

• Most of the addresses mentioned are in the city centre and easy to reach on foot.

• If you eat vegetarian or vegan, you will find suitable listings under vegetarian and vegan cuisines.

📍 Discover more: Explore further recommendations for Jena on our city page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Restaurants in Jena

Which restaurants in Jena are suitable for special occasions?

It is worth a look at our list of upscale restaurants, for example Haus Im Sack at Oberlauengasse 14. Book in advance.

Are there vegetarian restaurants in Jena?

Yes, you will find suitable listings in our lists of vegetarian and vegan cuisines.

Where can I find international cuisine in Jena?

Italian, Greek, Indian, Japanese and Turkish: the addresses above cover these cuisines, each with a link to the listing and to the relevant list.

Do I need to book restaurants in Jena?

For evenings, weekends and larger groups, a reservation is recommended. It is best to ask the restaurant directly.