SEOUL 1988 Karolinenviertel in Hamburg

Great shop, we love coming here and ordering from here. The service is super friendly and the food is always incredibly delicious!

It's best to reserve in advance :)

I ordered two soups. One soup was tasteless, the noodles fell apart, and it felt like they were overcooked. It would be better if we went to another restaurant. Soup M24: The noodles fell apart, and soup M27 was like a bundle of intestines, where it's unclear what... The third one I tried was terribly bitter; I even had to spit it out! I've attached a photo below.

Delicious, varied cuisine, a bit cramped and noisy. Service was pleasant but slightly rushed. We'd barely gotten our starters when the main courses were served. We couldn't fit any more plates on the table, which was already too small for our group of five guests. Apparently, they try to fill up tables as often as possible on weekends. It's not exactly cozy...

Good food and great atmosphere for eating out with friends. Service was good although a bit slow- ordering something after the initial order required to physically call the waiter over… Still a lovely place especially for friends or families! Would definitely come back :)

The food was delicious, the service friendly, but the atmosphere was uncomfortable. We had reserved for five people, but were given a table for four. It was too small for plates and drinks, so we had to constantly hold our glasses. The appetizer had just been brought to the table when the main course arrived immediately. We felt like we had to hurry so the table could be rebooked quickly.

2025.05.23: we came by on a friday evening without a reservation and even though they were full and first said we might need to wait quite a bit, they in the end set up a new table for us, they were super nice. The interior is really cool, about all the waiters we felt they are genuinely nice, which I really appreciate, especially in Hamburg. The food was also delicious, and came in huge portions. We had one sort of dumplings for pre and it was the best I ever had without a question. The spicy sauce it comes with seriously felt addictive. The bibimbap was also good. And really liked the milky drink too that I had here.

Highly recommended, the waitress was super friendly, the food was very well seasoned and the portion was so big that I couldn't finish it.

We like going to Seoul 1988, but unfortunately, the food has disappointed us the last few times. The quality has declined significantly. We ordered Korean fried chicken, which was unfortunately lukewarm and therefore no longer crunchy. We thought we could do no wrong with the bimbimbap, but unfortunately, the rice was overcooked and the rest lacked any flavor. Seoul 1988 has always impressed us and we enjoyed coming back, but now we'll have to wait until the quality improves again.

We wanted to eat "together." Unfortunately, the food arrived 20 minutes later for us (there were three of us) than for our companion! No apologies! The food was okay, the meat (cooked chicken) was inedible for us—a matter of taste, but unfortunately, our companion had already finished eating by the time we started! Again: delicious, but we won't be going there again.

There used to be another Korean restaurant in this location buy the new one is surely an upgrade. The portion size is generous, the food comes fast and is tasty and the interior design and atmosphere is coherent. The "ultra spicy" chicken is actually spicy,l - and they have Bibim Naengmyeon (cold spicy noodles) ; one of my absolute favourites. what they sadly do not have is japchae with actual glass noodles.

A very tasty, authentic Korean restaurant in a good location right next to Heiligengeistfeld. We studied in Seoul in 2007 and felt like we were back in the day thanks to the food, soju, and Cass beer. The only small suggestions for improvement: We had originally ordered the chicken balls as a starter to share. They arrived two minutes after ordering, along with various snacks from the house. Unfortunately, the main courses arrived another three minutes later, so the whole table was full and it felt a bit rushed. Also, the "very spicy" menu is unfortunately European hot, so it could be a bit hotter :-) If you like cocktails that aren't too sweet, you should definitely order the Jeju Mule; it's outstanding!

Overpriced dishes, slow service The dishes are simply overpriced, especially the Gochu Japchae, which costs €38 and consists of four small dumplings, a bit of salad, and a maximum of 10 pieces of meat. Sorry, that's not acceptable; we've never had such an expensive and bad meal. Furthermore, the service, while nice, was very slow. We had to wait more than 30 minutes for our food, even though the place wasn't very busy at the time. We won't be coming back and we don't recommend the place.

It was my second encounter with Soul in 1988. The first time I was in Eimsbüttel. There I was also very satisfied and this time I was by no means disappointed. It is a very authentic restaurant. Even with a karaoke bar. We were there on a Saturday evening with 12 people. And we were served really quickly and attentively. The extremely nice and attentive staff had even taken the time to answer all our questions in detail and to explain the dishes. We all really felt very comfortable. The food was all delicious and the portions huge. We will definitely come back.

I was recently in Hamburg for work and many colleagues told me to try Hamburg classics, but this restaurant was so much more closer to my hotel and I love a good Korean stew, so why not? I loved everything I ate, although the dwaenjang-jjigae was not spicy enough. Understandable, the plates are tweaked to match the palates of the locals! Overall the service was impeccable and the interior was very very cute. You could also take a picture of yourself which would print out as a sticker. Many costumers have left these stickers all over the restaurant. What a cute concept!

Incredibly bad service. My wife didn't receive her food. After intensive dialogue, the food that was not served did not have to be paid for.

Wow, just wow. Great atmosphere, there's something going on in the evening and the food is top notch. Very large portions, we were already full after the starter. Less than 100 euros spent for three people including a starter and our own schnapps, fast and friendly service. Everyone has that Korean feeling and can only be recommended.

It was really fascinating and pleasant experience! The taste of food is great, the service was very nice (waitress was always there for us and asked if we like everything). We ordered: •crispy chicken simple •crispy chicken with sweet-spicy sauce •crispy chicken with sweet-sojasauce (from all of them simple and sweet-spicy were the best) •pancakes with kimchi and seafood (must-try) •breaded pork +sweet sauce (was really yummy also) •rice, drinks, sides were also great We will definitely come again soon!

Went there with my friends yesterday. We had the 해물김치전 as a starter and the, 짜장면, 짬뽕, and vegan 짜장면 as main dishes. (For all the vegans out there there is more than one vegan option on the menu). The servings were big, the seafood plenty, and the taste was authentic Korean. The staff was very friendly. Outdoor seating is also available. Will definitely go there again when I am back in Hamburg. Be aware: the buttons on the tables are bells to call the waiters which completes the korean experience

Surprisingly close to food found in S Korea

For someone who loves Korean food, Seoul 1988 is a good place to go. It tastes more or less authentic and the portions are appropriate in size. The half-half chicken is particularly recommended. But overall you have to say that there really is something for everyone on the large menu. I would particularly like to emphasize the ambience. It is modeled after a subway station in Seoul. The interior is also decorated with old advertising from around 1990. It's a really nice atmosphere

Best Korean restaurant in Hamburg. Delicious chicken.

Nice place for going with friends an share dishes

Service was super nice, ambience was very inviting and beautifully decorated. I felt really comfortable. Zzambbong was very tasty. The wang tonkatsu was disappointing and the fried cauliflower was ok. I prefer the fried chicken instead of the vegan option.

Very large portion, delicious food

Very tasty food, but you have to take the spiciness into account. They brought me a boiling soup 🤩☺️

Quite fast, great portions to share, super Asian atmosphere, tasty

Delicious food, quite spicy, but tolerable. If you don't get enough, it's hardly possible. Highly recommended

Seafood jjamppong is delicious. Crayfish are delicious. There is also whole squid. However, a calculation mistake can be a fatal mistake for a customer, so it is best to check the receipt and bank app to make sure the price of the food you ate is correct. I refunded and recalculated.

The portions in the restaurant are extremely generous, which is why it is advisable to come with several people in order to be able to enjoy a larger selection of dishes together. The atmosphere is pleasantly relaxed, the staff friendly and accommodating. The prices are also very fair and are in excellent proportion to the quality of the food.

I've never had Korean food before, but it was really great. Starting with the wait staff, who were ALL very nice...in a completely normal way. Very attentive but not intrusive in any way! They were also very quick... drinks were barely ordered and the food was on the table... record-breakingly fast! The food was delicious...including appetizers! The price is totally reasonable! And best of all: I'm slightly allergic to preservatives and flavor enhancers, which unfortunately are often used in Asian restaurants! I notice this immediately, even in the smallest amounts. But here... nothing... everything's good 👍... Please keep it up... I'm thrilled... I'll be happy to come back!

The seafood Champon and fried chicken were delicious! Both are huge portions and are recommended to be shared! The seafood champon soup and spicy soup were delicious! However, it would have been nice if the soup was a little hotter.

Came here with an old colleague. Busy spot, but very welcoming. Great food and if you don't speak German, the servers are a great help in ordering. Had a great time!!

Amazing food, friendly staff, reasonable price I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I often pass these lights in the basement while working. This led me to curiosity. There was a restaurant in the basement, with a very attractive atmosphere and super friendly staff. The food is a killer in a 100% positive sense. Not only that you get a good selection of side dishes, which are not small. The portions themselves are also generous. In the photo you can see a vegan dish and the pasta bowl was really too much, so with the best will in the world I couldn't finish everything. The quality has always been absolutely top. Overall, a really tasty meal at a really good price at lunchtime. I'll be back, or rather, I've been there again.

I happened to see it on the side of the road and was craving Korean food so I went there. Kimchi stew. I ordered soft tofu and it tasted good. Bottled water is 7 euros. Kimchi stew. A total of 41 euros for one piece of soft tofu is okay because it's delicious. Keep adding more kimchi.

The Korean Fried Chicken was amazing. The service was super fast and friendly! Absolute recommendation

The food was great, and the portions were large! We could not finish the korean fried chicken, but it waa delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful but a little bit slow. The food didn’t arrive at the same time, i waited 10 minutes before mine arrived, after my husband had gotten his.

‼️ Delivery is not recommended. ‼️ The food was delivered in a spilled mess. I immediately called the store and asked a Korean employee if re-delivery was possible, but I only received a reply saying, “We will check,” and telling me to wait, and no action was taken for an hour after that. I eventually called again, and this time a German employee responded and told me to check with the delivery company. In the end, I did not receive compensation for the food and had to reorder it again. Why on earth did they ask me to wait for an hour? 😊 I was very disappointed with their customer service and problem solving skills. ‼️ Bestellen Sie auf keinen Fall per Lieferung! ‼️ Mein Essen wurde völlig verschüttet geliefert. Ich rief sofort im Restaurant an und fragte einen koreanischen Mitarbeiter, ob eine neue Lieferung möglich sei. Er antwortete nur: „Wir prüfen das, bitte warten.“ Doch danach geschah eine ganze Stunde lang nichts. As ich schließlich erneut anrief, nahm diesmal ein deutscher Mitarbeiter den Anruf entgegen und verwies mich an den Lieferdienst. Am Ende erhielt ich keine Entschädigung und musste mein Essen erneut bestellen. Warum musste ich eine ganze Stunde lang warten? 😊 Der Kundenservice und die Problemlösungsfähigkeit waren äußerst enttäuschend.

Very cool place! We go regularly, we still haven't tried the whole menu. Ideal for a company and for sharing dishes. Throw once incredibly tasty and plentiful.

Cool shop with authentic Korean cuisine. Food was super tasty, there's nothing wrong with that. The service was also friendly and attentive. The mandus and starters were delicious. The main course Gochu Japchae was also extremely tasty. However, you had to look for what little meat there was. In the end, the price is too high for an almost vegetable dish. It may be different with other dishes, but we felt that way here.

Beat Korean restaurant outside of Korea. I go here often and it is very authentic, the details are really nice, and the food is great!

One Star – Unfortunately, a Disappointment All Round I entered Seoul 1988 with a certain amount of anticipation – a name that, after all, brings with it a certain reputation. Unfortunately, the visit ended in disappointment that can hardly be described as charming. The interior has, at best, the charm of a restaurant that hasn't been maintained for a long time. It's not cozy and old, but simply outdated – especially the bathrooms, whose condition reminded me more of a train station restroom. Uncomfortable and in dire need of renovation. At first, I received a friendly welcome – which made me optimistic. But this impression vanished as soon as I ordered. The waitress was impatient, seemed annoyed, and pressed for a decision, even though I politely asked for a little advice. The place was empty; there was plenty of time. What a shame. The small side dishes at the beginning – kimchi, pickled vegetables – were fine. Fresh, crisp, and flavorful. The main course, however, was a disappointment. The homemade noodles were completely tasteless, and the sauce resembled sweetened ketchup with onions. No flavor, no depth—just sweet. After two bites, I was done. I could have chalked all of this up to a bad day. After all, the meal was moderately priced. But what happened next was the real low point: While I was finishing my beer, I heard a waitress talking about me—clearly audible and disparagingly: "Oh, that guy sitting there—oh, screw him." I was the only male guest sitting alone at the time. It was obvious that I was the one being addressed. Such behavior is unacceptable—no matter how good or bad the evening might have otherwise been. Conclusion: Seoul 1988 offers neither atmosphere nor hospitality—and the food, unfortunately, falls in line seamlessly. I recommend everyone to choose one of the many other Korean restaurants in Hamburg. You don't have to put yourself through this one.

While I had stayed in Hamburg, I visited here 2 times. The food is really nice. And he looks like the owner (old guy) he was really nice and good service. I felt good service mind was used to him. I visited here twice while I was staying in Hamburg, and it was as delicious and satisfying as eating in Korea, and the portions were huge. And the man who looked like my father (I think he was the owner) was really kind, and he took care of all the little things. It seemed like he had a service mind ingrained in him. Places like this should be successful. I recommend it.

Topppp!!! Korean fried chicken is simply super delicious! Very friendly service🫰 would go again

I had high expectations as this restaurant is considered one of the most famous Korean restaurants in Hamburg. I ordered the dish Jeyuk Bokkeum (spicy fried pork), which for me is often a good indicator of how authentic and good a Korean restaurant cooks. Freshness of the meat, balanced seasoning and the right balance between original recipe and local adaptation - all of this is shown very well in this dish. Unfortunately the food didn't live up to my expectations. The taste was neither authentically Korean nor adapted to the local palate - just bland and irrelevant. Neither the typical spiciness nor any particular sweetness could be tasted. I didn't finish the dish and didn't feel the need to take the rest with me - that rarely happens to me. Another drawback was the rice. Some grains of rice were dry and hard - a sign that the work was not done carefully enough. This shouldn't happen, especially with such a simple but important part of the meal. However, I would like to positively highlight the service staff: very friendly and attentive - so much so that I was happy to give an extra tip. Unfortunately, the good service couldn't make up for the disappointing food.

Super tasty, the portions are large and taste great. But be careful: spicy also means spicy. My tongue burned so much that I was afraid Frodo would come and throw the ring into my mouth.

Food and ambience very authentic! 👍

Great store! A few weeks ago I was there with my friends in the evening to have something to eat and sing karaoke. We had a great time, the food was good and the portions were huge. As a vegetarian, the selection of vegetarian/vegan dishes was enough for me and the staff was super, super nice. And very generous, there were a few problems with our reservation and the technology in the karaoke room so we weren't charged anything for the room and drinks were also given as compensation. The whole thing didn't really bother us, things like that happen sometimes, but dealing with it was top notch. I'll definitely be back!

Really recommended, there is an absurd amount of fried chicken with awesome sauce. The pickled vegetables were also great!

The fried chicken was very tasty. If you want to try something really spicy, pick the Scharf (scipy) one. I liked that at the entrance, you can take a picture with the people you are with; it is printed right away, and you take it home or leave it on the entrance wall. It's fun.

Unfortunately the Korean Fried Chicken wasn't good. It was chewy, dry and hard to chew. Unfortunately the meat wasn't of good quality either and I had severe stomach problems and pain afterwards. No recommendation. The staff was nice though.

Very authentic restaurant. I ate the Jajjang myeon, the bibimbap and the fried chicken and everything was super tasty and large portions. The small starters: kimchi, pickled radish, pickled cucumbers and spinach were also very tasty. Prices are absolutely justified and not too expensive. The waitresses were all very friendly and quick. All in all perfect in my opinion. I'd love to come back.

My favorite Korean!! Cool furnishings/wall decorations in the 80s style.

Very good food, friendly and attentive staff, and a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended!

We had dinner in Seoul today and the food was delicious. It was clean and the free photo machine was nice too. The German waiter made a statement that we didn't find very nice, namely we once asked him for a fork, and when he gave it to us, we wanted another portion of this potato salad because it was so delicious, and then he said "next time please say everything at the same time so I don't have to go back and forth all the time". Sorry but there was another table in the shop besides us and it wasn't a long distance but 2 meters and you just don't say things like that. I liked the button on the tables to call the waiter. It's just a shame that we didn't get the rice we ordered with the “creamy orange paste”, as the rice would have gone quite well with it. It cost €50 for 4 people, which is a reasonable price. I would be happy if forks were also put in the cutlery box, and for certain dishes, like our chicken, knives were also served there. Krish Lund

The place is very well decorated and the food is delicious, we ate Korean fried chicken and it was delicious. The dish was very filling for two people. I don't give five stars because we had to wait a long time to be served and served the food. However, the waiter was very friendly and made good recommendations.

We took a weekend trip to Hamburg and were craving korean food. Portions were huge and super authentic. Especially the Sundubu with silky tofu. They also have a cute instant photo booth in the waiting area adding to a super fun vibe. Only thing to note is the kitchen closes at midnight!

Very good food, good portions, a bit expensive but always worth a visit.

Totally authentic. Korean establishment. The food was really good and tasty.

A nice and busy restaurant! The menu is large with many inexpensive and authentic dishes. The Korean fried chicken is highly recommended. There are also some side dishes that add variety.

Super good food and friendliest staff! 👍

Authentic Korean food, great atmosphere.

Super authentic restaurant. The food is super tasty and there are also some vegetarian options, although the majority contain meat. Everything we tried was great. We can only recommend it. :) The service was ok.

Delicious, staff was super kind and the food was amazing! Highly recommended 🫶

So delicious and cool atmosphere

This is the best Korean restaurant in Germany. Now, the only one important thing is to stay like that. All of business places change something after they deserve customers' hope and trust. It is mostly the price or the amount of food. Sometimes, even the quality of dish. I hope they don't want to lose the customers. I hope.

Great service, very attentive and friendly. The food, super tasty, a dream and the ambience is just right. Overall great if you like Korean food.

Positively surprised. Very cool atmosphere, nice staff. Korean fried chicken look a bit expensive (25€ for 11 pieces) but they are very big as you can see in the picture so order it for 2 people 😊

Authentic dishes, portions are large, taste great, will definitely come back...

Authentic Korean cuisine & perfect experience – absolute recommendation! We visited SEOUL 1988 in the Karolinenviertel and were thrilled from start to finish! We were greeted extremely friendly and professionally at the reception, and the atmosphere of the restaurant transports you straight to Seoul in the 80s - a great concept with great attention to detail. Food – A taste experience! The advice was excellent: our preferences were carefully addressed and real highlights were recommended to us. We tried the fried chicken and the XXL dumplings - both were an absolute taste dream! The chicken was crispy, juicy and perfectly seasoned, the dumplings were huge, filled with delicious ingredients and incredibly flavorful. You can taste the quality and passion with which the food is cooked here. Ambiance & service – perfect all around The entire team was warm, attentive and professional. The service was quick but not rushed, and you felt genuinely welcome. The ambience with its retro charm and many loving details makes your stay something special. Conclusion - We'll be back! For this quality we are happy to travel from Bremen at any time! If you want to enjoy authentic Korean cuisine at the highest level, you definitely shouldn't miss SEOUL 1988. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 stars – Unconditional recommendation!

Great service, always friendly. There are also very good Korean foods here🤤✨

Super authentic restaurant with delicious food. Portions are huge & everyone gets full!

Super tasty chicken! Always very crowded.

There is a cooking pot, but the budae stew is not boiled. The stew was lukewarm while I was eating it. The customer from Korea and I both tilted our heads... The taste wasn't bad, but considering it was a special menu item on the dinner menu, it was disappointing. We spent a lot of money.

This is a restaurant I often go to at Seoul Station. Jjambbong is especially good these days. The problem is the chicken packaging. Nose XX Chicken costs 16 euros, but it costs about twice as much, but chicken here costs 25 euros. Honestly, I was a bit disappointed because the amount was so small and the seasoning was so small that it didn't even coat the chicken. Store service and atmosphere have improved a lot recently. The packaging of the chicken is so disappointing.

Very delicious food! I recommend the fried chicken. The spice doesn't sting much.

We were there with the children for the first time. We were all very impressed: the quality of the food, the variety of what was on offer, the authenticity of the ambience and, above all, the friendliness and really good advice and the great recommendations from the young service employee (with black glasses :) ) with regard to that The food and the menu made our spontaneous visit to the restaurant there an experience. It's a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere and there's even a play area with "old school" video games for the kids. Really cool! The Korean fried chicken is incredibly good and the price is absolutely reasonable for the size of the dish. We had fun in this restaurant, left full and happy and will definitely come back. What more could you want :)

It’s always a great gastro pleasure to eat at Seoul 1988! Especially korean fried chicken and tteok-bokki together is awesomeee! The portions are big and satisfying. Little side dishes are also great; they bring Kimchi, raddish kimchi etc. Have a korean beer too 👏🏻

It was the most delicious Jajangmyeon I’ve had overseas. The pork cutlet was delicious, but the batter and sauce were a bit different from the pork cutlet I had in Korea. It's a bit expensive, but it's okay to eat here occasionally.

The food and ambience were wonderful! Everyone was super nice and everything is very authentic.

I hadn't tried the food, but the portions were huge, which was evident at the neighboring tables. Very relaxed atmosphere. Karaoke was sung. Service was friendly and quick, good selection of Korean food and drinks.

Very Lovely and cozy place . Their food is great.

Very tasty food, especially the Tteokbokki and the Korean fried chicken! The food is very high quality and well prepared. There is a very large selection of Korean dishes. Attentive, professional and friendly service. Very nice atmosphere from the restaurant. Price-performance is more than fair. Absolutely recommended!

Very friendly staff and delicious food. No long waiting time. Would recommend!

The decor is very nice, the food is delicious, the prices are reasonable, and the staff is very friendly! Worth going🫶🏻

I visited Korea many times and this is at the moment my favorite spot. Huge variety of food, soju and overall such a good vibe with the best service. Highly recommend !

Delicious Korean food served with a smile. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the neighbourhood.

So great! The karaoke on the weekend can be loud. So if you want a quiet evening, go during the week.

Very tasty, great location and great ambience.

Korean staff are very unfriendly

Lunch is recommended. It is advisable to make a reservation for dinner as the restaurant is always full. The location is good - not far from St. Pauli and the Schanze. The ambience is in retro style. There is a free opportunity to take photos at the entrance, which is a very cute idea. We can highly recommend the Korean celebration chicken.

A bit overpriced for what it is. The waitress kept bumping into our table and pushing throw chairs while serving other tables. Kept to friction my jacket and seemed to don’t care about it. While her colleagues recognised the issue and walked the other way.

Simply fantastic. I was absolutely thrilled by the delicious food and the authentic ambience. Plus attentive but not intrusive service.

📍 Seoul 1988 - Karolinenviertel, Hamburg My last stop: Seoul 1988 in the Karolinenviertel – and I am once again thrilled by the authentic Korean cuisine! 🤤🇰🇷 🍴 What I tried: • 🥞 Kimchi Pancakes: Crispy, spicy and full of flavor – an all-time favorite! • 🍲 Jjamppong: The perfect seafood soup for fans of spicy dishes. • 🍚 Bibimbap: Fresh, aromatic and perfectly mixed - simply a classic. • 🥢 Banchan: From pickled radish to kimchi – the variety of side dishes makes every visit a highlight. ✨ What makes Seoul 1988 so special: The menu selection is huge and offers something for everyone, from spicy soups to Korean classics to small snacks. I was particularly impressed by the loving preparation and the ambience, which really reminds me of Seoul! 💡 Tip: Be sure to try the kimchi pancakes – crispy and full of umami flavor. Perfect for sharing or alone! 🙌 📸 Which dish in the picture appeals to you most? Comment below! 👇

It's so unfortunate that I can't make a phone call. Good luck!

It was very nicely decorated and you could use my bell to order authentic Korean dishes, like in Korea the waitress came to the tables very quickly and everyone was very accommodating!! I'll be back next 감사해요 :)

There is very tasty authentic Korean food here. Whenever we are in Hamburg, we come here to enjoy exactly that. The restaurant is quaint and friendly. It's just a little noisy when it's busy in the evening, so you can't hear the music (K-Pop) that well, which is also a reason for me to keep coming back.

I simply love it!!! I love Korea and their food. Super nice staff. Delicious food. Quick service Moderate prices..m of course I will come back here...and I recommend this!

The chicken rivals Korean taste. Stir-fried pork is served stir-fried. Rice is also served. The dumplings weren't bad either. However, seafood and green onion pancakes are a trap. If you're curious, give it a try. It's a seafood pancake. Nevertheless, I think this place, which offers various types of soju and beer, is authentic. Almost every time I go on a business trip to Germany, I stop by with my German friends.