Paprica Bar Gießen in Gießen

I was really disappointed with my visit to the Schnitzelhaus. The schnitzel was still raw in the middle – absolutely inedible and dangerous! I also found a hair in my food, which is simply unacceptable. My appetite was completely gone after that. Even though the service was friendly, that unfortunately couldn't make up for the poor quality of the food. I definitely won't be coming back.

I've eaten there twice in one month! The selection is top-notch, but the apple spritzer didn't have any fizz.

It's beautiful there. I feel very well looked after.

I ordered spaghetti with pesto. Unfortunately, the pasta was practically swimming in oil, and after just two or three forks of it, I got a stomach ache. The dish was also very salty—even though I usually like salty food. I sent the food back, but I still had to pay the full price, even though I barely ate any of it. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this restaurant. Go somewhere else instead.

The food was excellent. The waitresses were super nice and friendly, especially Miriam, who was exceptionally attentive and super friendly.

Very friendly staff and very tasty food

We are using this place as our local pub while we are in Giessen,and as such is serving us admirably. Can't comment on much else, but the service is good and the prices sensible

Highly recommended for years .. again and again

Delicious food in a cozy atmosphere. The service was very friendly and helpful. The food arrived on the table in a reasonable amount of time.

delicious and cute but the dead flies outside should be removed from the window 😩😓😱🤧🤐

The oven pans were lightly loaded, with little meat, and the mushroom pan held 3 to 4 mushrooms. The baked potato was good. Sorry, it could be better, see Marburg.

The food was really delicious, but the service was unfortunately slow. We would have certainly ordered one or two more drinks if we had had the opportunity.

Highly recommended. Friendly, prompt service. I'd go back. The pizza was excellent.

Located close to the train station, the food is reasonably priced. I had a salad with turkey breast today and was very satisfied.

Super local, super food, super staff, highly recommended, we felt at home and will definitely be back👍👍😋

I've been to the restaurant many times and I enjoy it, but unfortunately, on my last visit, my jacket was damaged by a portable heater that was way too hot. A staff member confirmed to me that it was the restaurant's fault that the heat was set so high. Despite this, I was neither compensated for the damage nor offered any kind of compensation. I would have really appreciated a bit more customer service in a situation like this. That was quite disappointing.

The pizza was great. They had no trouble serving us as a large group. Thank you for the good service.

The food was absolutely delicious and the service was exceptionally friendly! We immediately felt at home. We'll definitely be back, highly recommended!

I was there with my wife on May 17, 2025. I ordered a Long Island cocktail for €10.50, but what I was served was a nearly non-alcoholic liquid (even though the menu stated it should contain five different types of alcohol). Instead of regular ice cubes, there was only crushed ice in the glass. We asked for the drink to be taken back and removed from the bill, because it definitely wasn't a Long Island. Call that liquid what you will, but it certainly wasn't a Long Island with five types of alcohol for €10.50. The mood was completely ruined. As we leave the restaurant, I pay the bill and we hurry to leave. But when I look at the bill, I see that I've been charged for two coffees (which we didn't order) and one mineral water (which we also didn't order) – a total of €12 extra. Seriously? That's just outrageous. Clearly: a straight A – how can you cheat your customers so brazenly?

Always very satisfied and really enjoy coming there

Delicious brunch with warm and cold dishes. Coffee, tea and juices included. Price-performance ratio top

I had chicken schnitzel with potatoes and asparagus and sour cream. The chicken schnitzels were two thin, raw pieces of meat with a thick breading that were baked in the deep fryer. The potatoes were raw and three sticks of asparagus for €16.90. The only thing that was edible was the asparagus and the sour cream. I've never eaten so badly in my life! The drinks and service were okay.

Very good casseroles 👌 With a relaxed, cozy atmosphere

Good service, nice ambience. But unfortunately I have to deduct stars for the food. Unfortunately the salmon is smoked salmon. Has no place in the casserole.

Unfortunately the pizza tasted like a frozen pizza. The service was subpar. Every time we ordered a new drink we had to alert the waitresses acoustically; there was no sign of attentive service. Apparently you don't want to make any money here. Not recommended.

We were there for the first time yesterday. The food is ok. The service inattentive. We sat at the high table at the bar so we could see directly how the beer and other drinks were “prepared”. After waiting over 20 minutes for 2 more beers that had been standing for 30 minutes and waiting to be distributed for more glasses, we paid and didn't accept the 2 beers. This beer mischief is an absolute no-go!!!!! Even if it's lighter 🤣😂😅 Disaster such mass production without quality...

Very tasty food, friendly service, and reasonable prices. Recommendation: The spaetzle pan with chicken breast strips was very good.

The food was very tasty. The drinks were also nicely presented. Top price performance. I had a salad plate that was very tasty and large. The service could have been a little more on point, unfortunately we had to wait a long time for the bill.

It was too cold in the restaurant. Four people out of 9 still had gastrointestinal problems in the evening. The food was almost not seasoned.

I went there for breakfast brunch and I highly recommend it. A wide range of cold and warm dishes, it was always replenished. Cozy atmosphere and very friendly and attentive staff.

The burgers are very tasty, the portion is also large, but unfortunately you are not asked if you would like a sauce with the fries. You have to request this. Drinks are still on the menu, but are not available. Otherwise everything was fine and recommended.

Can you have brunch? It's not exceptional but not bad either

Great shop, great casserole, they can do it spicy. Niklas should trust.

On January 14th, 2025 we had dinner here around 10:30 p.m. and had a really nice evening. We were particularly impressed by the friendly brown-haired waitress. Even though she was alone in service, she handled everything with a smile and was always attentive. We had schnitzel and casserole, the taste was OK. There was nothing to complain about.

The casserole didn't taste good at all. It was mostly just potatoes although I ordered a lot of vegetables. The whole restaurant smelled of chlorine, which was obviously a cleaning operation. But then you just have to close the restaurant for 1-2 days.

Everything is just right here. Price performance top Service always friendly and accommodating 1+ with stars

I had to wait more than 60 minutes for my food and strangely enough, others who came after me were served beforehand... After I finally got my food it was cold.

It's been years since I went for a quick drink at Paprica, one of the few bars that's still open later on Sundays. And it was really nice.

A bit tight and there were a few small problems with our orders. Otherwise everything was great, friendly staff, delicious food, and a nice selection of non-alcoholic and caffeine-free/low-caffeine drinks.

Ordered 7 different dishes - the quality was poor this time. Unseasoned and loveless in foamed plastic packaging that is no longer permitted by law. A colleague's schnitzel was placed in the packaging so hot that it melted and the schnitzel was contaminated with plastic. That was the last order there for now.

Very accommodating staff, delicious food

Were there for Sunday brunch. Small but nice. All in all, highly recommended.

Good evening, my partner and I really enjoy going out to eat with you on a regular basis. Unfortunately, since yesterday we have a rough suspicion of food poisoning. We only ate one meal yesterday and it was with you. About 8 hours later in the evening we suffered the worst vomiting for several hours, as well as all other known symptoms of poisoning. We would like to ask for a brief statement as to whether you are aware of any further cases since yesterday or how we can explain our health condition.

Nice place to have a bite to eat.

The music was a little too loud to eat and chat in peace. The food (casserole and pizza) itself was good, but the ham and olives on the pizza were not convincing. However, the service was excellent and we really enjoyed the cocktail.

Spent a lovely, entertaining and funny evening there with friends last night. In addition, very tasty food, fresh, crunchy side salad, schnitzel, sliced ​​meat and casserole, all very, very tasty. We had bruschetta as a starter, which left us hungry for more and we treated ourselves to two cocktails. Everything is really delicious! The food was very nicely prepared, the cocktail decoration was sparse, but ok ;-) The casserole took a little longer than the other three meals, but there was a small salad and an apology straight away, super nice staff, unobtrusive but attentive. Thanks! I really enjoyed being there when I was a student, whether for brunch, coffee or in the evening, I've been there with family and also with friends. Somehow it always fits, whether young or old, everyone finds something for themselves and the price-performance ratio is also right. Gladly again!

Nice place Friendly nice staff, good service Food was ok too

I've been there about 5-6 times in the last 2 years been there… Always had a nice place outside and good food and drinks... What more could you want… I particularly like the friendly people who work there… very nice and accommodating… They look after you without being intrusive! I can only recommend the paprica :)

Very tasty, staff friendly and everything was great.

Delicious food, very attentive service. Always my pleasure.

Full marks again! I don't go there that often because I live in Flensburg, but I visit Paprica every now and then. Great food, sometimes pizza day, casserole day, etc... Always delicious and nice beer with it. Something like that is missing here in the north! Been there 3 times in 7 days (short vacation nearby) :-) met different people there. Everyone thought it was great there!

Delicious food again, this time casserole and cocktail. It's a shame that the short vacation on Wednesday is already over :-(

Normally I'm not a fan of negative reviews and only write them if I'm more than annoyed by the situation. So today at Paprika Bar. I chose a fitness plate with chicken breast and roasted vegetables. Sounds good for now, but this plate has nothing to do with fitness - or a properly prepared meal for 12 EUR. *The chicken, about 70-80g each, was fried to death, so the fat flowed out of it when I cut it. 125g fillets each would be nice for the price. *the fried vegetables were swimming in fat and had completely evaporated, so I could only eat the top layer of them. *The separate salad was a standard salad, which is delivered by every cheaper delivery service in Giessen. Overall, in my opinion, given the price, quality and quantity, this borders on outrageous. I have rarely spent 12 EUR for such bad food. Anyone who writes fitness should also deliver fitness and, if necessary, lightly fry it with coconut oil. Furthermore, reasonable portions can be expected for EUR 12 so that an adult is full and consumes enough protein.

Large portions, friendly staff and good beer. We'll go there again 😉 The food has normal prices and is not overpriced.

One of my favorite restaurants in Giessen. Super convenient location, cheap, large selection, super tasty and really generous portions. You can sit inside and outside, even covered. For the central location, it's super quiet and relaxed. Can also highly recommend the Sunday brunch. For 20 euros a huge selection, warm & cold, including coffee and juice. More is not possible

Delicious pizza here, recommended to try

A super nice service team. The food is very very tasty. We sat outside again. Very nice. Really recommended

Food fresh and good, value for money very good. Service was very attentive, occasionally asking if everything was OK. O. is. Delicious, non-alcoholic cocktails and iced tea.

The burger was undercooked, the service was mediocre. But what really ruined the whole thing was the beastly smell of decay from the garbage cans that were right behind the terrace. This in the summer in the heat.

Ate Jägerschnitzel today. Never had such raw, wobbly fries before, plus mushrooms that taste like 3rd class from Chernobyl. And that for €15.50. The second star of grace is for the meat, which was OK. Others can do it better, I won't order here anymore.

Simply a sensational brunch, nice service, price/performance ratio, can only be recommended.

Paprica in Giessen is an absolute blessing for the city. The location is a little quieter, located above the train station, and is both handicapped accessible and beautifully open. There is plenty of space both inside and outside. The food has always been really wonderful and I will definitely be coming back more often.

Very tasty meal! I chose a nice auflauf and it was great! The staff was also friendly and it looks good. So I will definitely eat there more often!

Always great in the paprica. Great quality and very courteous service. The Sunday brunch is so good. Variety, quality and price performance are all at their best. Cold and warm dishes are super tasty and all for 20 euros. Best brunch in Giessen. Go there. You will not regret it.

Warm summer evening, not crowded.

Paprica Bar Giessen; the Gnocchi-Spinat-Auflauf; pizza; salads, juices, coffew, cakes and alot of desserts. A very nice place and seating. The food is amazing and unique alot of vegetarian options. It is near the banhof you can have a proper nice lunch before you travel.

Best location, good service, nice people, tables can be a bit more clean and amazing drinks but the songs… even though we are 2024 they feel like they are in early 2010s… after a while the songs dont fit to atmosphere, i wish they had more contemporary songs. Beside that- nice to chill in here.

Best location, good service, nice people, tables can be a bit more clean and amazing drinks but the songs… even though we are 2024 they feel like they are in early 2010s… after a while the songs dont fit to atmosphere, i wish they had more contemporary songs. Beside that- nice to chill in here.

Really very nice... Condition very nice and accommodating... Drinks very good and the food is also very tasty... Price performance fits

Pizza is good I would never eat a burger there again. The meat wasn't cooked properly.

Excellent waffles and espresso! I would like to share my positive experience at this restaurant. The waffles and espresso were just great. You can feel the quality of the products, and it's no wonder that this restaurant is one of the top 10 restaurants and bars in Giessen. The restaurant has been in Giessen for a long time, which indicates that it is an established and popular place. I would like to thank the service staff, they did a great job. In my opinion, the team even deserves 7 stars if I could decide. I really enjoy going there regularly and am always happy about the great service. This restaurant and bar is furnished in a very modern way, if you want you can use first-name terms. I go here every week and am very satisfied with the service I receive here. There is also a choice of cappuccino with cow's milk/lactose-free/oat drink and soy milk and sometimes almond milk. In the kitchen, all dishes are prepared with a lot of love and all the chefs are very friendly.

Friendly service and good food.

Very large portions... Relatively substantial... Light dishes not available. But great service and nice terrace.

Whenever I visit the Paprica Bar in Gießen, I realize why I always like to come back. The atmosphere is inviting and cozy, perfect for relaxed evenings with friends or for a spontaneous visit alone to simply end the day. The staff is friendly and attentive, which makes the stay special every time. The drink selection is excellent, with a variety of options to suit all tastes. The Paprika Bar is definitely worth a visit and undoubtedly deserves 5 stars. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

So I liked going there before/during the pandemic. The prices were also reasonable back then. But the cheap pasta bake now costs €12.90. It's just noodles. Pasta costs 1 euro to purchase (I don't think you get the most expensive pasta), a bit of cream sauce, a few spices and a bit of meat/vegetables. Of course, I am aware that wages, electricity, etc. are also included. The portion is also quite filling. I won't say anything about that either. How does the price for this portion of pasta justify itself? From 6-7€ to 13-16€??

I really liked it and the food tasted great too.

Very nice staff and hardly any waiting times. Right at the train station.

Delicious cheap food. The noodle curry casserole is particularly recommended.

Very friendly staff, but it is a bit noisy. But the atmosphere is the right place for people who want to spend a cozy evening with friends. The baked potatoes and pasta casseroles are highly recommended

The food was good! Nice service and great ambience.

It's nice to have a restaurant that serves simple dishes. Of course, it would be even nicer if the quality was on a level above the university cafeteria. It would be even nicer if you didn't have to sell an arm and a kidney for such food. I beg you, what are these prices?!

We all get food poisoning!! So the quality used to be good, no question, but it can't be that 5 people have food poisoning at the same time! I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who values ​​their own health!

This restaurant experience was a disappointment. The food was undoubtedly delicious, but the noisy background made it almost inedible. Despite the friendly and competent service, the atmosphere in the evening was unbearable. A group of women screaming incessantly and dominating the room made it impossible to enjoy the meal or have a pleasant conversation. This unprofessional atmosphere ruined the entire visit and I will not be returning because of this experience.

Well, way too expensive for this quality! Who is supposed to get enough of it, let alone is it all finished? And why are there rats running around on the terrace?

Great location and a lot of selection of casseroles that are super tasty. Gladly again!

Sehr entspannt da zum sitzen und leckere essen! Nur leider finde ich die Getränke etwas teuer, das Essen aber dagegen für das was man bekommt fair.

Nie wieder! Der Salat war nicht frisch und das Essen war salzig. Eine Sterne gebe ich nur für den Kaffee.

Sehr lecker, sehr freundliches und aufmerksames Personal.

Essen war sehr lecker große Portion und sevice sehr gut 👍

Sehr schicker laden mit teilweise lustlosem Personal und leider vielen Pannen beim Essen, Mühe gibt sich da leider keiner.

Super Lage und super Service. Trotz vieler Gäste kam das Essen und die Getränke super schnell zu Tisch. 6/5 Sterne

Super lecker und sehr freundlich

Das Essen schmeckt wirklich gut. Die Bedingungen sind immer super freundlich und gut gelaunt, das erlebt man so nur im Paprika! Die Angebote wurden mittlerweile etwas abgespeckt, was ich schade finde, da auch sehr viele Student*innen ins Paprika gehen und eben nicht voll verdienen. Einen Studentenrabatt fände ich persönlich toll! Die Einrichtung ist schön, was etwas stört, ist dass man so extrem nah am Nebentisch sitzt. Also teilweise ist es so, als würde man einfach zusammensitzen. Weniger Tische sind manchmal eben mehr. Was sehr schön ist , ist die kleine Terrasse und der Wintergarten. Ideal auch für Raucher*innen. Die Lage ist Nähe Bahnhof und egal ob mit Auto, Rad oder zu Fuß gut erreichbar. Es gibt eine große Getränkeauswahl und man findet einige vegetarische und vegane Speisen. Der Knüller wäre, wenn es die Aufläufe auch in vegan gäbe! Das wäre fantastisch.

Viel besser wie die Konkurrenz am Bahnhof...

Das Essen (Tortelliniauflauf mit Schinken Käse Soße) war sehr lecker und für den Preis echt gut portioniert. Auch, wenn wir eine größere Gruppe waren, war das Essen für jeden nach höchstens 20 Minuten da. Die Bedienung war freundlich. Einzig dir Preise für die Getränke sind sehr hoch. Ansonsten alles super.

Das Essen war gut. Der Service ist auffallend gut. Die Mitarbeiter(innen) sind sehr aufmerksam, man wird schnell bedient und alle sind sehr freundlich. Freitagabend war es sehr voll aber ok.

Solides Essen bisschen teurer aber geht 🤔

Sehr nette Bedienung und gutes Essen

Immer wieder eine Freude hier einzukehren. Top 🤗👍

Die Mahlzeit war köstlich, und das Personal war äußerst freundlich. Wir konnten das wunderbare Wetter draußen genießen, obwohl der Sitzbereich etwas beengt war. Ich entschied mich für die gefüllte Paprika, begleitet von einem erfrischenden Beilagensalat. Meine Freunde wählten die Spaghetti aglio e olio sowie den Nudel-Curryauflauf. Besonders der Curryauflauf war sehr lecker! 😄