Schiffsrestaurant Spiekeroog III in Leer (Ostfriesland)

The almost 90-minute journey was definitely worth it. Great food, excellent service, and a superb ambiance. Live piano playing in the background added a special touch to the experience.

If you're looking for fresh, delicious fish in a wonderful, rustic atmosphere, this is the place to be. The live music accompanying the excellent meal, along with the attentive service, is truly worth a visit. We really enjoyed the view of the illuminated city in the evening. We'd be happy to go back anytime. Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures of the food; it looked so delicious, I couldn't wait to try it 😊

As soon as you enter, you're greeted by a distinctive maritime flair: warm wood tones and soft lighting create an inviting backdrop. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, but never stuffy – perfect for romantic evenings, special occasions, or simply a relaxing break with a view of Leer's harbor and town hall. The starter is a perfect starter (carrot and mango soup with cress, leeks, pine nuts, and ciabatta). The texture is perfectly creamy. The delicate flavors, accompanied by a subtle hint of spice, are carefully selected. The aroma is irresistible: sweet and fruity and slightly spicy. It tastes of warmth, closeness, and a hint of distance all at once. A comforting moment that also inspires – a perfect starter. The main courses also set new standards. Last week, I had the Moroccan tagine with dates and spiced couscous on braised vegetables with roasted corn-fed chicken breast. My friend opted for spaghetti with shrimp in a Mediterranean cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spring onions, parsley, and Parmesan cheese. On my second visit, I opted for the "Funky Falafel Bowl" with three kinds of falafel, spiced couscous, edamame, cabbage, carrot, lettuce, and tahini dressing. What can I say... I'm thrilled. High-quality ingredients are carefully prepared so that each component blends into a harmonious whole. The flavors are well-thought-out: profound, yet light, elegant without being overwhelming. The sauces are rich, but never overpowering; the side dishes perfectly complement the main course. The portion sizes are ideally chosen, so each course leaves an impression without causing fatigue. The crowning finale is the dessert (vanilla ice cream with caramelized pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed oil), a successful symbiosis of freshness and creaminess, with a delicate, lingering flavor. Overall, the Spiekeroog III ship restaurant is a successful symbiosis of perfect food and impressive ambiance. The first-class service shines with professionalism, warmth, and humor. A place that combines culinary delights with maritime charm—an absolute recommendation!

During our visit to Leer, we had dinner on this boat. It was very unique and cozy, with super-friendly service and delicious food. The icing on the cake was that we were able to enjoy some beautiful live piano music.

My fiancée and I discovered the ship's restaurant two years ago and love it. The food is delicious; we've tried various items on the menu and regularly invited friends over, giving us a good overview of the food selection. Both we and our friends are thrilled. I can personally recommend the Kutter Scholle, which I find myself tempted to try again and again. The ship has a great atmosphere; even when the house is full, the limited seating means it never gets too loud or you feel cramped. The live piano music is truly beautiful and subtle, the view of the old town on the other side of the river is magnificent, and all around, it's simply beautiful. The real highlight of the restaurant, however, is the manager/waiter. A truly nice gentleman who makes the whole experience a special one. He guides you through the evening with a friendly and humorous demeanor, fulfilling countless special requests whenever possible, and offering warm advice if you're stuck for something. We've heard a few anecdotes and stories and always look forward to a visit there.

Great food, superb service, and a unique atmosphere. 100% recommended.

I would give it 10 stars if I could. I have a terrible fear of ships, and to overcome this fear, I went out to eat with friends. The owner noticed on the dock that I wasn't well-off and brought me a herbal liqueur. He also took care of my thin skin throughout the evening. What also helped was that the food was extremely delicious... I would venture back on this magical ship just for dessert.

We went to Spiekeroog for dinner. Reserving a table is recommended so you can get a seat by the window. The ambiance is very rustic yet cozy. A pianist plays at a very discreet volume. The food on offer is absolutely delicious. The fish is always highly recommended. The staff is very attentive.

Landlord/owner: friendly, competent, and accommodating, a top man! Location: extremely cozy with a touch of comfort and a stylish atmosphere Food: excellent quality Drinks: a wide selection of wines and other beverages Price: absolutely fair for the ambiance and quality offered Conclusion: always worth a visit, always call in advance and make a reservation to ensure your day is wonderful!

We ate here with nine people, and everyone absolutely loved the delicious fish and vegetarian dishes. Highly recommended, we'd gladly go back.

Yesterday, we spontaneously booked two seats for dinner. We had East Frisian pomegranate soup, fruity and spicy curry soup, Finkenwerder-style plaice, and a fruity and spicy curry with two kinds of fish fillet and king prawn. Everything was perfect and delicious. The accompaniment was atmospheric piano music by Chunchieh Huang. A great end to the weekend! We'd love to go back!

Very good quality and friendly, attentive service! I'd be happy to come back 👍

Great location, lovely atmosphere. Very friendly service, excellent food—what more could you want?

The SPIEKEROOG III was the smallest and oldest ferry between the North Sea island of Spiekeroog and Neuharlingersiel. Now it operates in Leer harbor as a ship's restaurant with delicious dishes and matching wines. A highlight 😋

Special food in a special atmosphere! We had dinner on the Spiekeroog III with seven people on Sunday afternoon – and it was simply a complete success! The cuisine is first-class: fresh, creative, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully presented. Every course was a delight. The service was relaxed, attentive, and with North German charm – just the right blend of professionalism and warmth. A real highlight was the live piano music, which perfectly complemented the maritime ambiance. The gentle sounds in the background made the stay even more atmospheric. The location on the ship is exceptional in itself – cozy, stylish, and full of character. In summary: Delicious food, great music, a great team, and a place with a real feel-good factor. We'll definitely be back!

We found it cozy and the food delicious.

The ship's restaurant is located across from the museum harbor. It's only a five-minute walk from the RV parking area. The cellar is very nice, and the food was good. With a beautiful view. We had nothing to complain about.

Everything is just right here: delicious food, friendly service, live piano music, and an original location.

The food was excellent, the atmosphere very pleasant and relaxed, and everything was just right. Without a reservation, it wouldn't have been possible for 6 people.

Once again, we enjoyed delicious food (and drinks) in a special atmosphere! We enjoyed the wonderful piano accompaniment by ChunChieh Huang! We'll be back soon!

A very pleasant experience. Very good restaurant and excellent service. Highly recommended.

super delicious food - very nice, attentive chef, good value for money - we will be back

A super-beautiful little ship restaurant with delicious food, excellent service, and a friendly, fun atmosphere. It's a pleasure to be a guest there. Thank you very much. Keep your naturalness and friendliness. You rarely find something like this. We'll be happy to come back.

A true gem in the port of Leer – Restaurant on the Spiekeroog III A very small and fine restaurant on the Spiekeroog III, a former ferry now permanently moored in Leer harbor. The Spiekeroog III was once the smallest and oldest ferry between the North Sea island of Spiekeroog and Neuharlingersiel before being sold in 2013 and lovingly converted into a restaurant. Since opening in July 2015, it has been a real insider tip. The atmosphere on board is utterly quaint and authentic – you can feel the history of the old ship in every corner. Anyone who loves maritime charm will immediately feel at home here. The food was excellent – ​​I had Labskaus, a North German classic, prepared here with love and flavor. Just the right portion, beautifully presented, and perfectly balanced. A must-try the Stichpimpulibockforcelorum! Just for the epic, entertaining explanations from the staff. The service is exceptional: warm, attentive, and with genuine humor. You immediately notice that you're not just a guest here, but a welcome guest. Whether you're a couple, with friends, a tourist, or a local, this restaurant is always worth recommending. One of the few places that has remained truly authentic. Definitely worth trying!

Highly recommended, great food, super atmosphere and very attentive service!

A perfectly lovely evening. Delicious fish food and a pleasant atmosphere. Very friendly service and live piano music... I'd be happy to go again...

Nice restaurant on an old ferry. Very tasty food and friendly service.

We were there for dinner with 11 people. The boss personally advises the guests. Very flexible, of course you also get small portions. Really delicious!!! With piano music on Friday evening. Very clean. It was great, thanks to the team.

Simply great. Discovered by chance

Very original, the fish plate was delicious, as was the curry soup!

Wir haben sehr lecker zu Abend gegessen. Pannfisch und Snirtje Bra, ein ostfriesisches Gericht, beides sehr gut und im Sinne des Wortes preiswert. Da nur wenige Plätze vorhanden sind, sollte man unbedingt vorher reservieren.

This evening we were on the Spiekeroog III in Leer. We can absolutely recommend the restaurant! Everything was perfect: the welcome, the atmosphere, the fantastic food with live piano music, the service and the location. We'll definitely be back!

A great ship restaurant with friendly service from the owner. The food was delicious, the ambience was fantastic with live piano music. Absolutely recommended 😋👌🏻

Danke für den wunderschönen Abend mit dem passendem Ambiente und dem sehr schmackhaften und leckerem Essen. Die Pianomusik rundete den gesamten Abend im einem wundervollen Rahmen ab.

Entspannt und in freundlicher Atmosphäre ein super leckeres Essen aus der "für jeden etwas dabei" Speisekarte zu genießen ist garantiert. Die Mitarbeiter in der Kombüse gestalten kreativ und mit großer Geschmackvielfalt tolle Gerichte, die Bedienung ist freundlich und verbreitet gute Laune. Der "Mann am Klavier" trägt zum Wohlfühlen bei. Eine echte Empfehlung !!!

If you want to enjoy an excellent meal in a special and very relaxed atmosphere, this is the right place for you. I have now enjoyed several dishes from the menu, they all have something creative and are absolutely delicious. The staff are friendly and you feel comfortable on the ship, the live piano background contributes to this. A real recommendation!!!

We had dinner there on Thursday with eight girls. It was wonderful, the food tasted excellent and the wine selection was great. The waiter (who is also the owner) didn't need a note and everything was carried out perfectly.

We really liked it. Cozy atmosphere. The food was reasonable in terms of price-performance ratio. We'd love to come back.

Sehr freundlicher Empfang, nettes Ambiente mit überschaubarer Speisekarte. Wir haben lecker Fisch gegessen; das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis passt und die Bedienung war sehr aufmerksam.

A perfect evening in a maritime atmosphere... Last weekend we were able to experience another wonderful evening on the Spiekeroog III. As always, Michael Elges as an attentive and competent host left nothing to be desired. The meal, consisting of a starter, main course and dessert, was a real pleasure for all the senses. On the piano, ChunChieh provided a pleasant musical background with his unobtrusive bar music... which we enjoyed listening to after dinner with a nice glass of wine. As regular guests for many years, we particularly appreciate the consistently high quality in all areas. We are already looking forward to the next visit...

Am letzten Wochenende durften wir mal wieder einen wundervollen Abend auf der Spiekeroog III erleben. Michael Elges als aufmerksamer und kompetenter Gastgeber ließ wie immer keine Wünsche offen. Das Essen, bestehend aus Vorspeise, Hauptgericht und Dessert war ein wirklicher Genuß für alle Sinne. Am Klavier hat ChunChieh mit seiner unaufdringlichen Barmusik für einen angenehmen musikalischen Background gesorgt... wechem wir nach dem Essen bei einem schönen Glas Wein auch gerne weiter lauschten. Als langjährige Stammgäste schätzen wir besonders die konstant hohe Qualität in allen Bereichen. Wir freuen uns schon auf den nächsten Besuch...

An absolute highlight with a special atmosphere and exceptional cuisine with extremely loving hospitality

Had an appointment with a friend for dinner on the Spiekeroog. My friend chose plaice. Plaice and lettuce were okay. The potatoes, however, tasted as if they had been left over from lunch and had just been "pulled" through hot water in the evening. I myself ordered the tagine with chicken. The dish was hard to enjoy. The couscous, completely over-seasoned, was also “dust dry.” When I complained that the meat on the bone was still bloody, they explained to me that it had to be that way because it was cooked sous-vide at 58° and therefore OK!!!! What a disgrace! They didn't want to charge me Alster water as "compensation", which I politely declined. The professional service was rated as positive.

Great food, with live piano and very friendly service

We were in Leer in December specifically to spend an evening in the restaurant because we had already heard a lot of good things and it was more than worth it. Not only did we really like the Christmas market and the city, but of course the ship's restaurant is also a MUST! Great atmosphere, great food and the best service. We will definitely come back and recommend it to everyone. It made a lasting impression on us. Thank you for this wonderful evening!

A very cozy restaurant on a ship with very good cuisine. The service was first class - friendly, fast, competent and with a very good dash of humor. We felt very comfortable and will definitely come back again.

Perfect evening! Everything overall great! 👌🏽 What a lovely surprise! We will visit you again!

Four of us went there for dinner on New Year's Eve and didn't know what to expect. We were completely thrilled from the welcome to the farewell. Everyone ordered something different. The service was simply great and the food not only looked really good, it was overall a treat. We can only recommend this restaurant and class it as an insider tip. All four of us agreed and we don't know the last time we were so completely satisfied. 2 couples from Cologne and Marklohe.

We were on Spiekeroog 3 on New Year's Eve. We received an excellent and super nice welcome. The ambience was very nice. The food was excellent. There is no better way to pamper and entertain your guests.

One of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Very good and beautiful live music from the piano. 1A food and a damn friendly waiter/boss. And the portions are perfectly filling, not too much, not too little. It's a must when in Leer.

We were there again and as always we were thrilled, everything was perfect here, ambience, food, service and the great piano player. We'll be back!!!

Always happy again - great food with the best service in a unique atmosphere

Great ambience. Very friendly and funny captain. The food is excellent, home-style.

Very pleasant atmosphere and delicious food. Service excellent

We were thrilled! The ambience was beautiful, accompanied by the live piano and the great service. The operator was super nice, attentive and funny. The food was really tasty and the price was okay for today's standards. We will definitely come back when we visit Leer. :)

We were there from the company. Food was very tasty. Michael, who served us, was really super nice and fulfilled our every wish. Definitely worth a visit.

Higher priced, but the ambience is special.

Super delicious food. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was really nice. This is how a ship's restaurant should be.

It was just great! We had dinner there yesterday and I have to say that everything was perfect. The waiter was very friendly and had a good panoramic view, the waiting time for the food was reasonable and the ambience was special since you were sitting on a ship. Our evening was accompanied by a piano player who played suitable songs. We'd love to come back and thank you for the lovely evening!

Everything was very tasty, good service.

The cafe house music is particularly nice as background music. But the food and service are also more than exceptionally good. From the salad dressing to the fish, especially the gurnard, to the dessert. The sea buckthorn spritzer is also delicious!

Rustic atmosphere.. very nice service and the food is also very good. The only thing you should safely skip is ice cream as a dessert. Unfortunately, it devalues ​​the otherwise good food... gladly again

We had a great evening on the Spiekerogg III in Leer! The food was simply fantastic - we tried labskaus, cutter's plaice and snirtjebraa, and everything was cooked to perfection and tasted great. At the end we treated ourselves to Frisian ice cream, along with a coffee and an espresso – a successful end. The service was great, very attentive and friendly. We were particularly impressed by the ambience: eating on the ship, surrounded by the unique atmosphere and listening to live piano music - that was really something special. Our first experience, as a Saarlander, with East Frisian cuisine was a complete success.

Wir hatten einen großartigen Abend auf der Spiekerogg III in Leer! Das Essen war einfach fantastisch – wir probierten Labskaus, Kutterscholle und Snirtjebraa, und alles war perfekt zubereitet und schmeckte hervorragend. Zum Abschluss gönnten wir uns Frieseneis, dazu einen Kaffee und einen Espresso – ein gelungener Ausklang. Der Service war spitze, sehr aufmerksam und freundlich. Besonders begeistert hat uns das Ambiente: Auf dem Schiff zu essen, umgeben von der einzigartigen Atmosphäre und dazu noch live Piano-Musik – das war etwas Besonderes. Unser erstes Erlebnis mit der ostfriesischen Küche als Saarländer, war ein voller Erfolg, und wir kommen sicher wieder!

We went to this restaurant for the first time because of an invitation. The atmosphere on the ship is rustic and cozy, and the service is quite good. However, when it comes to the food, I can't give a good rating. I had the crab soup for €9.50, which was a thin, fatty broth in which there were no less than four (!!!) crabs - I know East Frisian crab soup differently. My wife had the curry soup which was extremely spicy. The menu does not mention the exceptional spiciness and when my wife mentioned the spiciness while clearing away the soup, her bowl of soup was cleared away without comment. With Labskaus, which we had as the main course, we somehow missed the meat in the dish. The dish was almost pink, indicating that a lot of Rote Bette was used. You could also find the potatoes, but you couldn't really taste the cured brisket or beef that was supposed to be in the Labskaus and actually gave the dish a slightly darker color. In addition, both portions were not really hot, but rather lukewarm. Since we were invited, I refrained from complaining about both the soups and the Labskaus. The dishes of the other four people in our group (meat dishes) were ok. What continued to bother us was the lack of demand for more drinks during the 2.5 hours of our stay and the way we were reminded that we had to vacate our seats for the next guests at 8 p.m. All in all average - nothing more and nothing less.

It's been a long time since I've been as enthusiastic about visiting a restaurant as I was about the service at Spiekeroog III. Everything was just right here. In addition to the outstanding food, there was a wonderful ambience with piano accompaniment and service where you could still feel the love for the vocation. Six stars would be appropriate. It was not the first time and not the last time that I will be hosted here.

So if humanity, attentiveness and friendliness are very important somewhere, then it is certainly on the Spiekeroog III. I have rarely felt so warmly looked after. Enjoyed delicious food, had a lot of fun and was also treated to live piano music. Absolutely recommended!!! Will definitely come back. 10/3/2024 Lisa from Werdenum visiting with her sister and brother-in-law ☺️🥰

Staff, food, ambience excellent!!! Don't be put off by the exterior of this ship. Everything is fine inside. A piano player entertains discreetly in the background with quiet music. Just great.

Friendly service and good food.

Very tasty, unique ambience, fast and attentive service and live piano music... perfect! Thank you very much and see you soon 😊

Very tasty food for an acceptable price!! Very good and attentive service!

The journey was worth it. After a friendly welcome and in an exceptional maritime atmosphere, we had a delicious meal. We were completely satisfied. We'll be back.

Fish ok, but the worst fried potatoes you can imagine

Original restaurant in an old ship in the harbor of Leer. The Plaice Büsumer Art was top class, the service (by the boss?) was very good. We'll come back when we come to Leer.

This was our second time eating here this evening! The ambience and the food were absolutely great! And from all the guests there was a birthday serenade for my friend....! Thank you very much for the great evening!!!

Went here as a group with a reservation, everything was great. Very friendly service, the best dinner we had in Leer this weekend. The ambience is very good if you like a ship atmosphere. Happy to come back if necessary.

Food and service excellent as always. Photos: Evening impressions

I am still welcomed here as a guest. Mr. Elges has his restaurant under control. The service works and the kitchen delivers top quality menus. The ambience of the passenger ship is hard to beat. The prices are in absolute relation to the menus delivered. Maybe the menu could be updated a bit. I've tried almost everything. A piano player provides the background live music.

It was a great evening and the service was very friendly and the food was delicious. Highly recommended 5* Thank you again for our lovely evening on our wedding day.

Nice atmosphere and delicious food. We were here for the second time and will definitely come again

Het was de tweede keer dat we Geer aten en het was alweer geweldig. Heel knap hoe de eigenaar zijn gasten zelf persoonlijk bediend. Kluifpianomuziek, heel gezellig en het eten heel erg smakelijk.

From reserving a table over the phone to dessert, everything was really friendly and the food was excellent. A visit to Leer is worth a visit just because of Spiekeroog III. Thank you for the lovely evening.

Tolles Essen, super Bedienung. Und auch die maritime Atmosphäre auf einem Restaurantschiff hat uns sehr gefallen. Und Preis/Leistung war auch vollkommen okay. Wir würden immer wieder kommen.

Great ambience and delicious food. Service very attentive and friendly. Food with subtle piano accompaniment👍😊

Wir haben heute in einem bezaubernden Ambiente ein wirklich klasse Essen aufgetischt bekommen! Super netter Gastgeber! Wir kommen wieder!

Very good quality food in an interesting location with a great view over the Leda to the museum harbor and the town hall. The reception, the staff and the service were very friendly, competent and helpful. The fact that dishes with crabs currently have a small surcharge because they are currently more expensive than normal on the market was clearly communicated and was understandable to me. I would be happy to come back because of the very good food and the positive experience I had and recommend the ship's restaurant.

Today we were served a really great meal in an enchanting atmosphere! Super nice host! We will be back!

Bei unser Tagesbesuch ist uns das Restaurant aufgefallen. Kurz nach Eröffnung konnten wir noch einen Tisch ergattern. Das Essen einfach nur fabelhaft.

Food was very good, everyone was happy,

⛴️ Extraordinary restaurant on the ship 🚢 Food very good 👍🏻 However, a surcharge 💰 was charged for the price shown on the menu for the crab dish 🦐🦐🦐... that should be on the menu or at least beforehand - when the card was handed out - be said. 😒 That had a murky negative connotation and shouldn't be like that.

Very good food and great service. A piano player rounded off the wonderful evening on the ship. We will definitely come back next time we visit Leer.

eating in the restaurant | Dinner | 30-40€ Really a nice ambience with nice piano music in the background. Very nice and attentive service. The food was excellent! Thank you for the lovely evening!

A very nice place to relax, attentive staff, the boss serves himself, very confidently. We would like to come again. Thank you for the delicious food and the lovely evening 👍👍

Very cozy in the original ship ambience. The service is excellent, very friendly and considerate. The food is varied and very tasty. Clear recommendation!

Super delicious food and great service and a very rustic atmosphere, we had a very nice evening

A small but fine restaurant in the belly of the ship. The lukewarm soup cost the 5th 🌟. Otherwise we were absolutely thrilled. Very good fish dishes of excellent quality and very large portions. A wine list that offered something for every taste. Of course, the quality also has to be paid for. But the price-performance ratio is guaranteed.

Wonderful, highly recommended 10 stars👍

We were there on Saturday evening without a reservation and got a table without any problems, although the restaurant was full. Lucky you 👍🏼 There was only one waiter in the service, who inconspicuously trained a new colleague on the side, even though he was busy. We had 2 x pan fish with stylish piano music, then 2 x orange cream with cinnamon ice cream, all VERY DELICIOUS! Taking the order was also impressive: everything was noted without a note! Flawless service even at neighboring tables with 6 people. You don't see something like that very often these days... Conclusion: unreserved recommendation!

Very good food in a great atmosphere. Service was very attentive even though the restaurant was full. Recommended in every respect.

Met on the island of Spiekeroog and now drove to Leer to have an excellent meal and enjoy the great service from Mr. Elges and his team. Not just worth a trip!!!