A feast for the senses

Restaurant Haerlin

Experience Restaurant Haerlin – a place where culinary excellence is celebrated at the highest level. Under the leadership of Chef Christoph Rüffer, you will embark on a unique journey through the world of flavors, inspired by the four seasons. With two Michelin stars and numerous accolades, Restaurant Haerlin** is one of the finest gourmet destinations worldwide. Experience the perfect symbiosis of innovative flavor compositions and refined textures that make every menu an unforgettable experience.

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Culinary Meets Service Excellence

Our Gourmet Team

Since 2002, the gourmet menus at Restaurant Haerlin** have been shaped by Christoph Rüffer. The focus is on imaginative compositions characterized by fresh, seasonal ingredients, skillfully combined flavors, and sometimes surprising textures. Regionality and a love for the product meet the highest level of excellent culinary craftsmanship.

The artistry and outstanding dishes of Christoph Rüffer have always fascinated and inspired Christian Scholz. As a sommelier, he guides our guests through the impressive selection of fine wines.

With passion and expertise, our Restaurant Manager Marius Jürke welcomes guests to Restaurant Haerlin**. Starting at the Hotel Residence in Essen, his journey led the trained hotel management specialist to the MS Europa. Not only was it part of his vision to one day call the Hanseatic city of Hamburg home, but also to experience Restaurant Haerlin** as his place of work, a dream he envisioned even while at sea.

Flavours of the four seasons

Unique culinary creations

Christoph Rüffer's cuisine is globally inspired and creatively thought-out. The imaginative compositions are made from fresh, seasonal ingredients, with their flavors clearly recognizable. Rüffer cites the four seasons as a fitting source of inspiration. For him, the quality and origin of each product are of paramount importance.

Enjoy the perfection of unique creations on our exclusive gourmet journey and indulge in an exceptional 6-course menu.

Please note that vintage and price changes may apply to our wine list.

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Thanks to our reservation portal, you can reserve a place in one of our restaurants whenever you like. For further inquiries, please contact us via E-Mail at

haerlin.hvj@fairmont.com.

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Restaurant Haerlin**

Gourmet cuisine at Restaurant Haerlin**

Experience an exclusive gourmet journey

Awarded with two Michelin stars and 5 toques in the Guide Gault Millau as well as 4½ F’s from gourmet magazine Der Feinschmecker, Restaurant Haerlin** with chef Christoph Rüffer has a reputation stretching far beyond the borders of Hamburg. The culinary excellence of our establishment has once again been honored, and we are delighted to be awarded with the 3rd place in the renowned Falstaff Restaurant Guide 2025.

2 Michelin-Stars

"The combination of history, noble chic and excellent cuisine. [...] a true institution among the gourmet restaurants in Hamburg."

4 1/2 F‘s (Der Feinschmecker)

"Stylishly cultivated first-class hospitality in an elegant setting."

5 toques in the Guide Gault Millau

"Restaurant Haerlin** offers top gastronomy at the very highest level. Here, everything is just at its best."

3rd place in the Falstaff Restaurant & Guesthouse Guide 2025

"Luxury products in masterful craftsmanship and perfectly composed menus, with exquisite wine accompaniment on request."

4 spoons in the schlemmeratlas

‘Rüffer has it all [...]. He combines flavours and textures excellently, achieves perfect cooking states and surprises with bold fusions.’