Jellyfish

Hamburg

Walking through the doors of this bright, open-plan restaurant with splashes of turquoise and trendy driftwood decor, you half expect to hear the sound of the ocean waves crashing behind you. In fact, we’re right in the heart of Hamburg’s trendy Sternschanze district. Jellyfish is a local institution and has recently been awarded its first Michelin star– and rightly so. Chef Laurin Kux is known for creating ambitious yet delicate plates using fresh and sustainably sourced fish. The set menu – diners can opt for between four and eight courses – changes every other month according to the season, but look out for the pulpo (octopus) served with parsley roots, onions, lovage and roe – it’s sure to convert any sceptic. Another menu staple that will keep you coming back for more is the sea bream, lobster, seasonal roots and quince, or pre- order the sharing ‘seafood etagere’ menu. This comprises the finest ingredients the ocean has to offer across six courses, so expect freshly shucked oysters, Norway lobster and delicate scallops (to name just a few).