Restaurants in Mainz: Hearty German, Wine, Italian

Mainz, the state capital of Rhineland-Palatinate, lies in Rheinhessen, Germany's largest wine-growing region. Accordingly, wine taverns and inns are part of the city's dining scene, alongside international places and plant-based cooking. In this guide, we present addresses worth a visit from our list of the best, sorted by cuisine.

Traditional German Restaurants in Mainz

If you like regional, hearty food, an inn is a good choice. You will find more addresses in our list of the best traditional German restaurants in Mainz.

Augustinerkeller

You can find Augustinerkeller at Augustinerstraße 12.

Gasthaus Specht

The Gasthaus Specht is at Rotekopfgasse 2.

Restaurant Brauhaus zur Sonne

Head to Restaurant Brauhaus zur Sonne at Sonnengäßchen 2.

Zum Goldenen Adler

You'll find Zum Goldenen Adler at Ellenbogenstraße 5.

💡 Tip: Many places serve dishes of the day at lunchtime. Have a look at the menu beforehand.

Wine Taverns and Wine Bars

As a wine city, Mainz has numerous wine taverns. You will find a larger choice in our list of the best wine taverns in Mainz.

Weinstube Hottum

You can find Weinstube Hottum at Grebenstraße 3.

Weinhaus Michel

The Weinhaus Michel is at Jakobsbergstraße 8.

Beichtstuhl Weinstube

Head to Beichtstuhl Weinstube at Augustinerstraße 6.

Italian Restaurants in Mainz

Pizza, pasta and Italian classics are on many menus in Mainz. Our list of the best Italian restaurants in Mainz names more addresses.

Aposto

You can find Aposto at Große Bleiche 44.

alCortile

The alCortile is at Große Bleiche 25.

INCONTRO

Head to INCONTRO at Augustinerstraße 57.

L’Angolo

You'll find L’Angolo at Augustinerstraße 8.

Vegan Restaurants in Mainz

Plant-based cooking is increasingly in demand. You will find more addresses in our list of the best vegan restaurants in Mainz.

Möhren Milieu

You can find Möhren Milieu at Adam-Karrillon-Straße 5.

Schrebergarten

The Schrebergarten is at Kurfürstenstraße 9.

Tips for Your Restaurant Visit

• Book early at weekends and for special occasions.
• Current opening hours, menus and prices are on the venues' own websites.
• Many restaurants offer vegetarian dishes. If in doubt, ask directly.
• Many places offer cheaper dishes at lunchtime. Ask about the lunch menu.
• If you are going with children, it is worth asking about high chairs or children's meals when you book.

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

Conclusion: Restaurants in Mainz

Mainz has suitable restaurants for many tastes: inns, wine taverns, Italian and vegan cuisine. Our lists of the best help you find further addresses that suit your occasion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which places are on our list of the best for Mainz? In our lists you will find traditional German restaurants, wine taverns, and Italian and vegan restaurants, among others.

Are there vegan restaurants in Mainz? Yes, our list of vegan restaurants names Möhren Milieu and Schrebergarten, among others.

Do you need to book in Mainz? A reservation is advisable at weekends and for larger groups.

Where can I find current opening hours and prices? Current opening hours, menus and prices are on the websites of the individual restaurants.