DER LÖWE Becker Gastro GmbH in Essen

A little bit of Bavaria in the Ruhr area for over 20 years. Bavarian beers. Bavarian classics such as pork knuckle, liver dumpling soup etc. So rather hearty cuisine, primarily with meat dishes. Just right for “schnitzel hunger & beer thirst”. When the beer level rises at the next table, it can sometimes get louder, so it's not a "sophisticated whisper atmosphere", but rather a relaxed/down-to-earth atmosphere.

We had some great food and obviously great beer here! Would definitely come back. I really enjoyed the old pictures on the walls.

A nice restaurant, you feel like you're in Bavaria. The beer was delicious, the food was great and the service was also very good.

As always, very good. Very friendly staff. Food also very good 👍

Our food was ok, but we wouldn't go there again. The waiter was very nice and attentive

How many times have I walked past here and thought to myself, go in there? Today (Sunday) the time had come; three of us spontaneously went there for dinner. Arrive shortly after opening, i.e. shortly after 12 p.m. Super friendly greeting with a smile, pleasant atmosphere, immediate seating and then the service basically started. Menus were handed out, then drink orders were taken. A little later the food orders were taken after the drinks were brought to the table. The food was also delivered to the table in a reasonable time frame and, above all, was served hot. Once again the note: We arrived shortly after 12 p.m. If there is a higher number of visitors at a later date, you may have to be a little more patient. However, even shortly after opening there wasn't too much going on. The prices are reasonable. The portions are big enough and there is something for everyone. The quality was excellent, at least for the dishes we ordered. Due to the “Bavarian cuisine”, you should be prepared for meat-based food. You can park in the side streets around Kopstadtplatz. This is possible free of charge on Sundays and in the evenings from the times shown on the parking ticket machines. Otherwise, don’t forget your parking ticket! The quickest way to get there by public transport is via Porscheplatz. When you choose from the menu, one thing is certain - we'll be happy to come back!

Ordered thread soup and 1/2 pork knuckle with sauerkraut and dumplings. The Fädle soup had more vegetables in it than Fädle (pancake strips) and tasted a bit bland. The pork knuckle itself was delicious, crossy and big enough to fill you up. The dumplings were also good. The sauerkraut tasted rather mediocre. And there wasn't enough sauce, but it was delivered upon request (but also charged for). The service was very friendly and even had time for small talk. The ambience was like a Bavarian brewery (beers from Löwenbräu and Franziskaner)

It is always a celebration to come to you Keep it up Michael

Great, great, great! We were there for the first time last night. Four of us + dog had a wonderful evening. Thank you.

Were here with 4 people and ate schnitzel. Everything excellent, quick, delicious. Great atmosphere and nice service. If we were to go to Essen again, it would only be for this restaurant. Greetings from Schleswig-Holstein

It's not a very attractive restaurant. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food is sufficient.

Had dinner there today. Great atmosphere, quaint and beautiful. Great food, really great food. Really great value for money for the mega portion. The waitresses are also super friendly and always attentive. Would love to come back. Thank you for this great evening that I was able to have with you with my wife

Schnitzel tasted fine but was slightly overcooked and therefore a bit tough. However, the atmosphere was fine and the service was also extremely friendly. Nice location.

The food was really tasty. Despite the small portion ordered, it was very filling. The salad was very varied. Not just lettuce, cucumber, tomato. The service was quick and you were asked after the meal if you would like something to drink.

Good food, generous portions, good beers, welcoming staff.

Fantastic food, great service and a lovely atmosphere

I loved the knuckle of pork with fried potatoes and sauerkraut in a dark beer sauce at the Löwen in Essen. Now it's about €6 more expensive, which is obviously due to inflation, although it's steep compared to other restaurants. On top of that, the quality of the product has deteriorated dramatically. Both the knuckle of pork and the dumplings were completely unseasoned, even lacking salt, the sauce a disgustingly slimy, ready-made product, and the red cabbage completely overly sweet. My friendly suggestion to the waitress, that the kitchen should be a bit bolder with the seasoning, gave the waitress cause for discussion. No, no, no, the Löwen in Essen is no longer up to scratch, and I no longer have the desire to go there.

I ate the best schinitzel of my life at this restaurant! Plus the attention is great!! It's surely worth it

Haven't eaten there often, but it's good, so yes you can do it.

Two dishes, rollade with red cabbage Shank with cabbage. Plate cold. Sauce curdled, red cabbage cold, sauerkraut cold, plate too small for knuckle. Service asked every now and then whether everything was OK. and would have brought us new supplements. Taste ok

Very friendly service in a nice atmosphere. Schnitzel and soup were OK, but not particularly enjoyable either. The knuckle at the next table looked sensational. I'll try these on my next visit. Beer was tasty

Highly recommended. Food was very good. Service very friendly and accommodating.

Very tasty food, very funny and friendly staff, would love to come back 👌😍

The beer is the best in Germany, the food is the worst in the world.

Friendly staff delicious food would love to come back

Good Bavarian restaurant very centrally in Essen city. We had schnitzel and knuckle. The knuckle was really very large with 2 dumplings and lots of sauerkraut. There was also a good sauce. Additional sauce was available for €3.50. If you are not a very good eater you can also order half a knuckle. I like that. Ambience rustic as you would expect. You have to wait half an hour for the knuckle and it says so on the menu. But I would say that's more of a good sign than a bad sign for a restaurant (no pinging to be heard from the microwave :-)) No own parking spaces as far as I could see. Parking could therefore be a bit difficult. We were there on a Sunday and of course it was fine because the shops weren't open. We can recommend the restaurant.

Food was OK. Only the strong woman who served my friend and I was a bit unfriendly and still had to learn a lot as a waiter... unfortunately she also smelled a bit of alcohol. Otherwise it's a nice atmosphere.

The food was great, the service was also great, thank you Rula.

The four of us ate there yesterday afternoon (February 7, 2025). What you could call food. Two of us had spaetzle with goulash. The goulash fart was dry and completely without sauce. It was also cold. The spaetzle cold and dried out. The goulash soup from my colleague was cold. I've eaten there twice now and twice the food was just rubbish. I wouldn't have even given that to my dog. We will never enter this store again.

Delicious food, Rula was a great waitress. Very accommodating!

Really great food. Nice atmosphere and the service Rula is really great. The best waitress you can have.

With this kitchen in the royal court - well then, good night, Johanna.

Food was okay. Potatoes n meat :)) the mac & cheese like dish was good the rest just ok

The reception was friendly but a bit assertive and arrogant in the allocation of seats. Despite the very manageable number of visitors, we were supposed to sit close to each other with other guests. It was different and all the conversations of the people sitting next to us could be clearly heard. It was not possible to move despite there being a lot of free places (even when we left it wasn't particularly well attended). The food was a 4 - in my dish the black pudding was spoiled the complaint was complicated the staff were of the opinion that it couldn't be. The restaurant is not for anyone who wants to enjoy eating out. No recommendation.

Were there for the first time and we will definitely come by more often. The food (including the starter) was served at a reasonable interval and the quality is unique. We travel to Munich often and of course always enjoy visiting the Hofbräuhaus, but we never knew that we could get such quality food and drinks in the heart of Essen. In short: Top price, top service, top ambience, top beer, top quality of food. Finally, all that remains to be said is that only the toilets could be cleaner, unfortunately the toilet seat in the women's toilet was “hanging at half past eight” and the floor was dirty and sticky. But we were able to “look past” that, which is why we give it 5 stars and will definitely recommend further visits.

Disappointed in the lion January 2025 We had dinner at Löwen with 4 people. Three of us chose the schnitzel platter. If we had known that the schnitzels were prepared in the deep fryer, we definitely would not have chosen it. About how to serve the schnitzel platter: A cold buffet platter, with a few fries topped with schnitzel, three gravy boats and store-bought coleslaw. Two of the sauces that were served with it tasted identical, the only difference being that one sauce had peppercorns and the other had three mushrooms. The fourth person among us chose a lumberjack steak, you had to look very closely at the plate to see it. It was very small, even for me, who doesn't eat large portions, it wouldn't have been enough, the fried potatoes that came with it were swimming in fat. We can't describe all of our food as a culinary delight; if we had known that we were going to be eating at a snack bar there, we wouldn't have eaten there. What we have to say about the drinks is that we didn't expect that a large cola would be one liter. Maybe it would be useful to mention that a large cola is a liter when taking in the drinks. The conclusion from all of us is that we won't eat there again, price and performance simply don't match.

Great place. If you want to feel the German atmosphere, I recommend this address. Perfect schnitzel. Waiters very polite. We will definitely come back!

I think sometimes some restaurants (like this one) forget that the customer leaves their money in the restaurant and not the restaurant with the customer. This is how the impression was created on January 16th. with us . The restaurant wasn't very busy, I estimate the occupancy to be around 20%. We went there spontaneously, the lady at reception seemed a bit arrogant and untrained. We asked for a table for two the lady asked reserved we said no. With a hand signal and then an unfriendly one, she wanted to assign us a table. We asked if it wasn't possible to sit at a place we had mentioned, but only received the answer no, as reservations still come in and the seats must remain free. We said that during the Christmas season we always spontaneously got one of the large tables without any problems, even though the shop was always very full in December. The answer was yes, that's not possible. We then went somewhere else. On the way back the place was still empty :)) The two of us leave at least as much money in the restaurant as four people, plus a tip of 10 euros. But if you don't want to... In December we apparently came across trained staff who knew a lot about people. As a customer you are not a supplicant in a restaurant - there are enough restaurants that are happy to have customers.

I wish the beer had been a little cooler. The atmosphere is very nice.

We thought for a long time whether we should write the review or not. Basically the lion is really okay. The beer is tasty, and so is the food. Prices have certainly increased since our first visit and today but where haven't they? However, what doesn't fit at all and I have no idea why, since we also travel a lot in the catering industry and don't have such problems anywhere: us and the staff. It started when we, as regular guests, could no longer order beer from a waiter because they had made the last round without notice. Mind you, 2 neighboring tables just got 2 measurements each. So there would definitely have been time for a small beer. We then stayed away for a while and looked elsewhere. Which was also due to the derogatory way in which it was communicated to us. But the waiter didn't work there much longer either. Now we were there 2-3 times at the end of last year and the beginning of this year. The waitress served us very nicely last time. And then at our table we were really insulted by the impossible loud company. We didn't even know the waitress. Leaves a strange feeling. Who knows what they will say about us to others. And about a week ago we wanted to stop by again. A few beers and a snack. Didn't get around to it. If only we could sit on the bench at the front left because there are only two of us. I asked for the table for two on the right by the window. No. Just the bank. The waiter shrugged listlessly. It just doesn't seem to fit. Too bad. There are plenty of other alternatives. The review was written because it is only fair that the owner also knows what happens in his shop and how guests who actually come often and enjoy being treated are treated. There used to be a few nice waitresses back then, but from our observations they no longer work there. Unfortunately, the current staff doesn't seem very friendly.

Very good inn with a great team that brilliantly manages a fully staffed location with just a few staff. I take my hat off 😊👍 The food tasted delicious, our drinks were refilled in no time, all in all a great evening, despite the restaurant being full. 🥰

Tasty, good service, but sometimes the music is too loud. Oh yes, some people don't like to be called by their first name or given their first name just because they heard it during service. Very invasive...☝️ The friend didn't say anything about it, but if the young lady had done that to me, I would have politely but firmly pointed it out to her and asked her not to do it. Otherwise, always happy again!!!

Super nice service and very good food. I had a very tasty schnitzel - super thin and breaded, just the way you want it. The side dishes were so generous that I was completely full. I would particularly like to highlight the service...... A very nice girl in a traditional dirndl served us very friendly. ..... and a hunky boy in lederhosen was not only a feast for the eyes, but also greeted and said goodbye to us with his charming smile. That smile alone deserves 5 stars. The restaurant is very good all around. I'll definitely go there again.

Very nice authentic German beerstube. The classic schnitzels were great and the service very friendly.

Good food and good service for a nice price.

Got very tasty goose breast. Great Christmas food

Thank you “Demi” for the great hospitality. The food was good. Price performance ratio class. I can only recommend this restaurant. Greetings to the counter and kitchen. A merry Christmas to all of you and a good start into the new year 2025. Stay healthy. 😇🙏👁️♾️

Food was wonderful and the prices were okay too. There is also often the option to order a smaller portion.

The St. Martin's goose was perfect: crispy skin, delicious sauce. Serve with dumplings and red cabbage, really recommended. For dessert there was delicious cherry tiramisu.

Food is simply great! This is how pork knuckle should taste!

Delicious food, tasty German. People walk in leather goods and dirndolls. No matter how busy it is, they remain cheerful and correct.

The boss is unfriendly and some things could be optimized. It's not possible for a group of people to get their main course and the speaker has to ask and then notice that the second course wasn't released.

Enjoy your meal Good service Great atmosphere Keep it up 👍

The food was delicious and the staff friendly. There was a deduction for my wife ordering a large Coke and getting a liter. Maybe you could ask again if you had a liter of cola.

Haxe could only be opened with a saw.

Despite the heavy crowds, the team is focused and tries to do justice to all guests. We were extremely happy and had some fun with the staff. Great restaurant, very good food, can only be recommended. In front of the restaurant you can drink mulled wine in front of a Christmas backdrop. Thank you “Löwe”, we’ll be back. ☺️😉

Very clean and very tasty food. Will stop by again

What a great German restaurant We at PVMaersk went here for dinner and drinks on two evenings The schnitzels are great and the atmosphere is really great. The service is alert and you will not be short of anything We enjoyed it Thank you for the opportunity to receive 2 x 50 harbor vouchers during the busiest period

Very nice restaurant where you can enjoy delicious Bavarian food.

A Bavarian beer hall in the middle of Essen. Delicious Bavarian specialties. Dedicated friendly staff.

Like in Bavaria. Wonderful… you just have to go there😉

Very friendly staff and very tasty German food

Bavarian flair with the accompanying food and drinks. In addition, friendly staff who clear the empty plates too quickly when others at the table are still eating. But otherwise everything was delicious and good. Haxe is very good.

Nice brewery with solid food and great service.

Great German bite in the middle of the city of Essen. Everything was fine, with a few minor drawbacks. The sauerkraut was very sweet and the liver cheese very salty. The service walked around in ridiculous quasi Bavarian clothing that undermined their professionalism a bit.

Great ambience, super nice service, good food. Here the gypsy schnitzel is still called gypsy schnitzel.

Had a lovely evening and had a delicious meal. The table was already available for the booked date

5 people sat at my table, the food was either very small or the meat was dry and rock hard. The only good thing was the knuckle. Unfortunately, the service is just as unorganized and rude. You were asked to pass your plate across the entire table with hand signals, drinks were sometimes placed on the table without comment and had to be distributed yourself. On the way out I was confronted about my assessment in front of the whole group. Maybe just think about how such an assessment comes about instead of questioning it.

We were there several times this year. It was always lively, pleasant, friendly, fun. The food has always been of good quality. However, this time, the stimubg was low, the music was quite quiet, the food, apart from the burger, was unfortunately not of good quality and didn't taste great either. The service was friendly and attentive, the interior was still beautiful. Unfortunately not as politicizing as it was at the beginning or middle of 2024.

Typical German restaurant with good beer. The service was efficient and friendly. The food quality wasn't consistent. Schnitzel was very good, nuremberg sausages were goog, leberkase (meatloaf) was like "watery" and not good. I would agree with other comments that sour cabbage and potato pure were mushy. The atmosphere is cheerful

The restaurant atmosphere was nice and the service was attentive. The food was just okay. The pork knuckle was overcooked and the sauerkraut was mushy. The goulash soup was good.

The soup, the main course, and the dessert did not impress. But what bothered me the most was that the service was not attentive and we had to serve everything to her.

Bavarian cuisine and corresponding furnishings. Nice staff. Prices are reasonable.

The restaurant really impressed me! The sauerbraten was excellent – ​​tender, spicy and perfectly seasoned. The service also deserves high praise: the staff was friendly, attentive and the order came quickly. A clear recommendation for everyone who appreciates good food and efficient service!

very good food here. had not made a reservation but were able to join another couple who had not made a reservation either. so tip reservation recommended. very tasty cuts and large glasses of beer. we will definitely come back here again.

Food ok... service unfortunately slow and the place was too loud

Beer, food, atmosphere & service great, we'll be back!

Friendly, tasty, would love to come back

I always enjoy coming here. Good schnitzel and a nice light beer with it.

Very welcoming, great sensory experience, if I return to the region, I will repeat the visit.

I’ve been to this restaurant already three times and I absolutely love it here! Their food is always amazing and the portions are perfect. Absolutely recommend this place if you are in Essen!

We wanted to eat there. Already at reception we encountered completely unmotivated and unfriendly service. We were assigned a table that was very cramped. When asked if there was no other table available, there was no answer. Then we left again. If you don't feel like making sales, then you can leave it alone. There were still enough tables available. There was also no explanation why you couldn't take another table. The fact that another waitress is sitting in front of the entrance and smoking isn't exactly very inviting either. In any case, I don't want to leave my money there. It's a shame, especially these days.

Absolutely cool location, food is very tasty. The beer is delicious

Es war sehr schön. Sehr nettes und freundliches Personal. Immer wieder gerne.

Very tasty freshly tapped beer 🍺, attentive service in traditional costumes, the food was impeccable with a typical Bavarian touch. Everything was great, it's nice that you can easily meet and eat in the middle of Essen city. We'd love to come back.

Schnitzels were a dream. Very good/fast and funny staff. Nice restaurant. We'll definitely come back.

Nice, typical German restaurant/cafe. Good atmosphere. Pleasant service

Nice place but rather poor food. Pork shank not at all tender, lamb fillet quite tasty but tiny portion. Chewy jacket potatoes. Only really good thing was the pumpkin soup of the day.

Very friendly service and delicious food at reasonable prices

Food was okay but not great, service was friendly and nice

Always good here. Top service and super delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere

This is a must go location when you are in Essen! Great atmosphere! Service 4 stars because the speed is lacking when taking our order and serving the dishes. Coincidentally, we were in a hurry. However, the staff was very friendly! In addition, the food was great. Good taste. However, the bratkaroffeln portion could have been a bit larger. We enjoyed it.

Excellent brewery and restaurant, a must visit! In this place you can breathe a very German atmosphere and you can taste delicacies such as Krosse Haxe and Nurnbernwurst, with cooked sauerkraut and potatoes. The German dishes are truly delicious and plentiful too! I recommend taking the Dunkel beer which is very good and distinctive. The "spiritousen" are numerous and affordable, and the desserts are good too. Free parking is possible in the nearby areas outside the center and it will take less than 1 minute's walk (200m) to get to the restaurant. Very German staff and beautiful girls! Very interesting account, considering the abundance and typicality of the foods. Advised

Nice ambience and delicious beer, but half the chicken was quite dry.

Was mediocre. Only drank one beer

Great food, nice staff Another beautiful day with delicious food

Bavaria in Essen, very beautiful

Super nice service, attentive service. The food was very good. There were 12 of us registered and we were a little late - but it wasn't a problem at all. We were served quickly and the food was served to everyone at the same time

Real German restaurant with all that that entails, 1 l beer glass.

It's not like it was a few years ago to be honest, sorry I personally and my husband didn't like it that much!