Outstanding Italian Cuisine in the Kaiserviertel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ristorante Emilio has been our absolute favorite Italian restaurant in Dortmund for many years – and for good reason!
What makes Emilio so special? The perfect combination of everything a first-class Italian restaurant should offer: attentive and warm service that makes you feel instantly welcome, an inviting ambiance that evokes a true Italian atmosphere, and fair prices that perfectly reflect the quality.
The menu is intentionally small and refined, with constantly changing dishes that highlight seasonality and fresh ingredients. Here you'll find both timeless classics and exciting, reinterpreted Italian delicacies. The fantastic wine list and selection of Italian drinks – from various amari to the perfect limoncello spritz – are particularly noteworthy.
The menu is intentionally small and refined, with constantly changing dishes that emphasize seasonality and fresh ingredients. Our personal highlights:
The antipasti are always an absolute delight and a worthy start to the evening.
The changing fish dishes are exceptional and highly recommended.
The semifreddo is divine and the perfect finale.
A small note about the tiramisu: It is undoubtedly excellent and very popular with most guests. For purists like myself, who prefer classic Italian tiramisu with mascarpone and eggs (without cream), it remains a long-standing quest – but that's probably more of a German market adaptation than a flaw in the restaurant.
Special recommendations:
In summer, be sure to use the outdoor terrace – pure Italian flair!
The adjoining wine bar can be reserved for company and family celebrations.
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.
Conclusion: Whenever we are in North Rhine-Westphalia, a visit to Emilio's is an absolute must! A restaurant we always enjoy returning to and can recommend with complete confidence. We are already looking forward to our next visit!
Das Personal war vom ersten Moment an unglaublich freundlich und zuvorkommend, und das Essen wurde überraschend schnell serviert.
Wir begannen mit Takoyaki und Chicken Karaage, die beide absolut köstlich und perfekt zubereitet waren. Der absolute Star war aber das Ramen – es war einfach perfekt. Reichhaltig, geschmackvoll und wohltuend.
Ehrlich gesagt, habe ich an diesem Restaurant absolut nichts auszusetzen. Wenn Sie in Nürnberg sind und Lust auf authentisches Ramen haben, kann ich es Ihnen wärmstens empfehlen.
A very nice and friendly restaurateur, excellent cuisine (slightly adapted to German tastes). We like to stop by whenever we're in Bautzen or the surrounding area. Until next time!
Wir waren als kleine Gruppe für 3 Nächte dort, das Hotel ist sehr zu empfehlen. Familiengeführt, sehr sauber, die Preise sind moderat. Der Besitzer sowie die Angestellten waren sehr aufmerksam und nett. Auch das Restaurant können wir empfehlen, es gibt gutbürgerliche Speisen, alles sehr lecker. Auch dafür gibt es 5 Sterne von uns.
Very delicious vegan food! A good selection of dishes, everything is beautifully presented, the service is super friendly, and the prices are right :)
I'll definitely be back and will recommend it!
An outstanding, authentic Italian restaurant with sophisticated cuisine. The service is first-class: attentive, warm, and always available without being intrusive. The food is delicious – you can taste the quality and the attention to detail. Add to that a cozy atmosphere where you immediately feel at ease. A clear recommendation for anyone who wants to enjoy high-quality Italian cuisine!
My mother and I came from another city and were treated very unfairly. We had a reservation, but when we arrived, we were told to sit at a very small table right at the front. It was very cramped there because there was a large group of people sitting next to us, and we had to stand for about 15 minutes. After that, we asked if we could sit somewhere else. In the end, we were still sitting right by the entrance. Every time the door opened, a blast of cold air came in, and it was very cold.
We were told there were no other seats. But shortly after, two girls came in after us and were able to sit inside without any problems. Then two more girls without reservations came in and also sat inside.
My mother and I are foreigners and wear hijabs. That's why we wondered if we were being treated differently.
The food and presentation were okay, but this situation really upset me.