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Street Art
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Frankfurt's street art and graffiti is definitely worth your attention, so follow my recommendations and find the best works and installations!
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Meral Imbiss
What a treat!
"Meral" is a kebab shop on a boat moored at the quay on the river in Frankfurt! This place, to me, tastes like spring & summer - they even have fish döner!
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Pizzeria da Cimino
Most popular pizza in town
"Pizzeria da Cimino" is where most people in Frankfurt go for pizza! My favorite one is the one with spinach. It's just the perfect place for casual lunch.
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Wayang
Selamat makan!
"Wayang" is the one Indonesian restaurant in Frankfurt that sets itself apart. Protip: for a full experience, ask for some tea along with with your meal...
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Fit Kitchen
Guilt-free fast food
"Fit Kitchen" Frankfurt is a restaurant for people looking out for what they eat, which can be tough on the go. They're tasty & have nutrient counts...
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Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Fichtekränzi
Typically Frankfurter
"Fichtekränzi" is one of the oldest typical restaurants in Frankfurt. Here you will have the chance to get to know Apfelwein (apple wine) culture and...
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Orfeos Erben
Wine, cinema and good taste
"Orfeos Erben" Frankfurt is a delicate, multifaceted bar/restaurant offering intimacy and refinement. But above all this restaurant is actually a cinema!
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Andalucia
Spanish Caravan
"Andalucia" is not only a Frankfurt tapas restaurant: it's a very loyal replica of what you would find in real Southern Spain. I suggest you risk it by...
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Immer Satt
German comfort food
"Immer Satt" is a very nice Frankfurt restaurant, decorated with sheer sobriety, down to earth yet subtly refined. I definitely recommend the German...
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Caravan
Central Asian flavours
"Caravan" is an Uzbeki restaurant in Frankfurt. While I can't vouch for the authenticity, the subtle mix of smells and flavours and the environment...
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Der Fette Bulle
Best burgers in town
"Der Fette Bulle" -- hands-down the best burgers in Frankfurt. It's a great first stop on a night out and even though you need to wait a bit it's worth it.
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
Hummus Küch'
Israeli delights back in town
"Hummus Küch'" in Frankfurt is an Israeli snack bar with a cozy environment. I really love their schaschuka, hummus and borekas. Perfect with friends!
by
Alexandra
Sepúlveda
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