What's Beef
Roemerberg, Frankfurt
Restaurant in Frankfurt, Germany
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book What's Beef when the priority is an easy, casual meal in central Frankfurt rather than a formal dining room. It is better for lunch, solo dining, and low-planning groups than for milestone occasions. Cross-shop L'Arôme, Heimat, Frankfurt, or OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne if the night needs more polish.
About What's Beef
What's Beef in Frankfurt is a casual venue with daily opening hours. It can be considered when the group wants an informal stop in Frankfurt.
The appeal is practical rather than award-driven. Keep plans around the basics: Frankfurt location, casual dress, and broad daily hours.
Use it for a casual Frankfurt meal, not a high-ceremony dinner
Go here when informality matters more than a dressed-up restaurant experience. If you are comparing other options, consider Heimat, Frankfurt, L'Arôme, OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne, Restaurant Hofgarten, or other dining rooms. What's Beef is a casual pick based on the dress code and hours.
Timing is flexible because What's Beef opens at 11:30 AM daily. It closes at 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and at 11 PM from Wednesday through Saturday. Beyond those hours, no specific meal format or menu details are available.
Know Before You Go
- Good for: casual meals and flexible Frankfurt planning.
- Less ideal for: diners specifically seeking awards, formal dress expectations, or a clearly documented special-occasion format.
- Timing: open from 11:30 AM daily; closing is 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and 11 PM on Wednesday through Saturday.
- Planning: keep plans simple and check any current menu, reservation, or service details directly before going.
- Frankfurt planning: use our full Frankfurt restaurants guide for a broader shortlist, then compare bars and hotels through our full Frankfurt bars guide and our full Frankfurt hotels guide.
If the brief is an informal Frankfurt meal with broad daily hours, What's Beef may fit. If you want to compare it with other options, consider Iroha, Restaurant Hofgarten, OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne, Heimat, Frankfurt, or L'Arôme, depending on the kind of restaurant experience you want.
Planning details
- Location
- Seckbächer G. 5, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Website
- whatsbeef.de
- Phone
- +496998956170
The take
The Take
The Vibe
What's Beef presents itself with a blunt, single‑minded editorial voice: a beef‑forward concept parked in Frankfurt’s old quarter rather than a multi‑cuisine crowd‑pleaser. The location on Seckbächer Gasse—within walking distance of the Römerberg and squeezed among narrow lanes—gives the place local character and an approachable, neighborhood feel. The menu’s focus on provenance and butchery technique hints at craft without adopting formal steakhouse solemnity; instead the tone is direct and unpretentious. Expect a welcoming, informal atmosphere that leans into the street‑level charm of the Altstadt rather than high‑finish dining theatrics.
Best For
The restaurant works best for informal outings where the emphasis is on bold flavors and sociable plates. Its burger‑centric roster and shake offerings make it an easy pick for lunch runs and casual dinners, and the setting—amid a cluster of bars and restaurants in the historic center—naturally suits after‑work groups and crowds visiting the Römerberg. The combination of approachable food and central location also makes it practical for groups who want straightforward, shareable options rather than a long, formal tasting experience.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house signatures: the Ruby Bacon Beast, ABC Burger and Goat Cheese Burger showcase the menu’s focus on beef and flavorful toppings, while the Truffle Garlic Fries are an ideal shareable side. Finish with a playful Nutella Ice Cream Shake if you want something sweet and emblematic of the casual menu. The venue’s editorial bent toward provenance and butchery suggests ordering beef‑forward items to appreciate the kitchen’s stated focus rather than hunting for lighter, non‑specialist options.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant red walls with modern urban decor inspired by New York City streets; friendly, energetic atmosphere with young staff creating a welcoming vibe for casual dining.
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Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Ruby Bacon Beast
- ABC Burger
- Goat Cheese Burger
- Nutella Ice Cream Shake
- Truffle Garlic Fries
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Seckbächer G. 5, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Planning details
Location
Restaurant context
How it compares in Frankfurt
What's Beef is the practical pick in this set: easier to plan and more casual than L'Arôme or Heimat, Frankfurt. Choose it when location and speed matter. Choose those peers when the meal itself needs to carry the evening.
OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne is the better fit for brasserie atmosphere and a more classic sit-down feel, while Iroha gives a clearer alternative if the group wants a different dining style within Frankfurt. What's Beef wins on low-pressure convenience, not on ceremony.
Restaurant Hofgarten sits better as a calmer destination-style alternative outside the immediate city-centre decision. If the group cannot align on a formal booking, What's Beef is the safer fallback; if ambiance is the priority, cross-shop one of the more composed rooms first.
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Compare What's Beef
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| What's Beef | Frankfurt | No published awards |
| OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne | Frankfurt Am Main | No published awards |
| L'Arôme | Frankfurt | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2025 Gault & Millau Remarkable Restaurant2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Heimat, Frankfurt | Frankfurt | No published awards |
| Iroha | Frankfurt | Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 20262024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Restaurant Hofgarten | Frankfurt Am Main | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at What's Beef?
Specific dishes are not listed here, so check the current menu directly before you go. The confirmed basics are that What's Beef is in Frankfurt, has a casual dress code, and opens daily from 11:30 AM.
Can I eat at the bar at What's Beef?
Bar seating or counter service is not listed here. If that matters for a solo or quick meal, confirm the current seating setup directly with What's Beef before visiting.
What should a first-timer know about What's Beef?
Treat it as an informal Frankfurt venue rather than a special-occasion room. The hours are 11:30 AM to 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and 11:30 AM to 11 PM from Wednesday through Saturday.
Is What's Beef good for a special occasion?
It is casual, so it is better suited to a low-key visit than a dress-up occasion. For comparison, you can also look at Restaurant Hofgarten, OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne, or other dining options.
Is lunch or dinner better at What's Beef?
What's Beef opens from 11:30 AM daily and stays open into the evening. No specific lunch or dinner format is listed here, so choose the timing that best fits your Frankfurt plans and confirm current service details if needed.
What are alternatives to What's Beef?
For comparison, consider OSCAR's Brasserie Moderne, Restaurant Hofgarten, Iroha, Heimat, Frankfurt, or L'Arôme. The right choice depends on the kind of restaurant experience you want.
What should I wear to What's Beef?
Keep it casual. The dress code for What's Beef is casual.
