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What to order at Restaurant Acht
- Must order
- The four-course seasonal menu, which changes with produce availability from regional suppliers
- Editor tip
- Across from the Stadtgarten near the Belgian Quarter; dinner only, Monday to Saturday. Book ahead for weekend service.
CuisineModern European
Price€€€€
Tasting menu€55-80
Neighborhoodbelgisches-viertel
HoursMon-Sat 18:00-00:00
Phone0221-16818408
Book ahead1 week
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Must order: The four-course seasonal menu, which changes with produce availability from regional suppliers
Tip: Across from the Stadtgarten near the Belgian Quarter; dinner only, Monday to Saturday. Book ahead for weekend service.
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