
Fisch & Co.
Hamburg-Altstadt, Hamburg
Restaurant in Hamburg, Germany
The Read
Price
$10–20per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Fisch & Co. delivers straightforward North Sea seafood (fried platters, smoked eel, herring sandwiches) on one of Hamburg's oldest streets. The format is closer to a market stall with tables than a full-service restaurant, and the location pulls heavy tourist traffic, especially in summer. Walk-ins work fine, prices stay low, and the product is fresh if not refined.
About Fisch & Co.
Fisch & Co. is a Hamburg venue with a straightforward public profile: it is open daily from late morning into the evening, with a slightly later closing time on Saturday, and the dress code is casual.
What You'll Find on the Plate
For current dishes, prices, portions, or ordering formats, check directly with the venue before going. If you are comparing options, BUDDELS, The Bohemian, and THE LISBETH are other named venues to consider.
Timing and Seasonal Notes
The schedule is simple: Fisch & Co. opens at 11:30 AM every day. Closing is 7 PM Monday through Friday and Sunday, and 8 PM on Saturday. For seasonal menus, crowd patterns, reservations, or transport details, check directly with the venue. For a broader view of dining in the city, explore our full Hamburg restaurants guide, or visit our Hamburg bars guide if you're planning drinks after.
Reservations: Check directly with the venue. Dress: Casual. Budget: Check current pricing before going. Getting there: Fisch & Co. is in Hamburg; check directly for exact location and transport details.
Planning details
- Location
- Deichstraße 41, 20459 Hamburg, Germany
- Website
- fischundco.de
- Phone
- +494036093480
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Fisch & Co. sits in the heart of old Hamburg on Deichstraße, where seventeenth-century timber-frame merchant houses lean toward a narrow canal. The setting reads like a preserved fragment of the city's trading past: the waterway below and the historic facades give the restaurant a distinctly picturesque, port-side character. That address does considerable editorial work before the food arrives, so the moment you step in you’re aware this is a place rooted in local history. The atmosphere feels intimate and scenic rather than theatrical, and the surroundings shape expectations as much as the menu.
Best For
This is a spot for people who come to Hamburg for authentic seafood rather than a stylized seaside experience. The copy ties the restaurant to the city’s long relationship with North Sea fish and the working Fischmarkt tradition, signalling that regulars and visitors who care about provenance will get the point. It’s well suited to casual gatherings and low-key meals where the setting, a canal-side street in historic Altstadt, matters as much as the plate. Expect straightforward, product-focused cooking rather than flashy reinterpretations.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house signatures: the fishplate, Pannfisch and classic Fischbrötchen are called out as representative dishes. Given the copy’s emphasis on Hamburg’s serious relationship with North Sea fish and sourcing, order simple, traditional preparations that showcase the product. If you want a quick, local bite, the Fischbrötchen reads like an essential, market-style option; for a more composed experience, choose the fishplate or Pannfisch to sample the kitchen’s take on regional staples. Avoid expecting cereal-modern techniques: the place speaks to tradition and provenance.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and traditional atmosphere in a small, listed historic building with canal-side charm.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- fishplate
- Pannfisch
- Fischbrötchen
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Deichstraße 41, 20459 Hamburg, Germany
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- BUDDELS, Notable alternative
- The Bohemian, Notable alternative
- THE LISBETH, Regional Cuisine, €€€
- Whiskyplaza, Contemporary, €€€
- The Dining Room, €€€€ · Modern Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine, €€€€ · Modern Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine
Restaurant context
Fisch & Co. anchors the lower end of Hamburg's Deichstraße seafood cluster, trading refinement for accessibility and speed. BUDDELS and The Bohemian occupy similar tourist-friendly territory on the same street, but both offer fuller bar programs and slightly more composed plating. If you're prioritizing technique and a broader wine list, THE LISBETH (€€€, Regional Cuisine) delivers more refined regional cooking in a quieter setting, though you'll pay significantly more and need to book ahead. Whiskyplaza (Contemporary, €€€) shifts the focus entirely away from fish toward whisky pairings and modern small plates, making it a better choice if seafood isn't the priority.
Choose Fisch & Co. if you want fast, affordable fish near the harbor without a reservation. Choose THE LISBETH or The Dining Room (€€€€, Modern/Seasonal) if you're willing to invest in a more deliberate meal with service to match. For readers exploring Hamburg's broader dining landscape, 100/200 Kitchen, [m]eatery, and Aendrè offer more ambitious cooking across different price tiers; our full Hamburg hotels guide and experiences guide round out the city picture.
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Compare Fisch & Co.
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisch & Co. | Hamburg | , | , | No published awards |
| BUDDELS | Hamburg | , | , | No published awards |
| The Bohemian | Hamburg | , | , | No published awards |
| THE LISBETH | Hamburg | Regional Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide Germany 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Whiskyplaza | Hamburg | Contemporary | €€€ | Michelin Guide Germany 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate |
| The Dining Room | Cham | €€€€ · Modern Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine | , | 2026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #802026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 AA 4-Rosette RestaurantsMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fisch & Co. good for a special occasion?
For ambience, seating, service style, and reservations, check directly with Fisch & Co. before framing it as a special-occasion venue. It is in Hamburg, the dress code is casual, and it opens daily at 11:30 AM, closing at 7 PM most days and 8 PM on Saturday. The Dining Room is another named venue you may want to compare when planning.
Can Fisch & Co. accommodate groups?
If you are planning for several people, confirm seating capacity, table layout, and group-booking options directly with the venue or compare other named options such as BUDDELS or THE LISBETH.
What should a first-timer know about Fisch & Co.?
The basics are the hours and dress code. Fisch & Co. is open 11:30 AM–7 PM Monday through Friday, 11:30 AM–8 PM Saturday, and 11:30 AM–7 PM Sunday. Dress is casual.
Can I eat at the bar at Fisch & Co.?
If bar seating or drinks are important to your plans, confirm directly with the venue or compare named alternatives such as Whiskyplaza or The Bohemian.



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