Schweine Janes Altstadt
A legendary Düsseldorf spot serving massive portions of traditional German comfort food, specializing in succulent grilled pork and local beers.
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Schweine Janes Altstadt
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Must-see attractions
A legendary Düsseldorf spot serving massive portions of traditional German comfort food, specializing in succulent grilled pork and local beers.
"Unbelievable so great and delicious pork knuckles ever I have... this is one of my daughter's favorite restaurants!"
Arrive Hungry
Portions are enormous; come with a big appetite to savor the traditional German comfort food.
Limited Seating
Indoor and outdoor seating is very limited. Be prepared for potential waits during peak hours.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
German
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+49 211 131449
Address
Bolkerstraße 13, 40213 Düsseldorf, Germany
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Iconic Schweinshaxe
Indulge in the legendary roasted pork knuckle, a succulent masterpiece with crispy skin. A must-try for pork lovers!
Hearty Leberkäse mit Spiegelei
Savor a slice of traditional German comfort: crisp, succulent Leberkäse topped with a fried egg and served with delicious home fries.
Vibrant Aldstadt Atmosphere
Enjoy your meal amidst the lively ambiance of Düsseldorf's old town, with charming outdoor seating available.
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Arrive Hungry
Portions are enormous; come with a big appetite to savor the traditional German comfort food.
Limited Seating
Indoor and outdoor seating is very limited. Be prepared for potential waits during peak hours.
Take-Away Rules
Sandwiches are take-away; do not occupy table space with take-away orders to respect customs.
Pair with Local Beer
Enjoy a reasonably priced local beer to perfectly complement your hearty German meal.
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Arrive Hungry
Portions are enormous; come with a big appetite to savor the traditional German comfort food.
Limited Seating
Indoor and outdoor seating is very limited. Be prepared for potential waits during peak hours.
Take-Away Rules
Sandwiches are take-away; do not occupy table space with take-away orders to respect customs.
Pair with Local Beer
Enjoy a reasonably priced local beer to perfectly complement your hearty German meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Schweine Janes is a beloved institution in Düsseldorf's Altstadt, celebrated for its incredibly flavorful and generously portioned German comfort food, especially the renowned pork knuckle. Diners rave about the delicious taste, fast service, and the authentic, rustic atmosphere. However, the small size of the establishment means seating is limited, and some visitors have noted the presence of beggars in the surrounding area.
"Love the whole-in-a-wall vibe, the crackling sound of the rotisserie and the melt-in-your-mouth pork roast.
An old-town legend that didn’t disappoint.
Note that you order a sandwich (Brötchen with pork roast or something else), that’s considered a take-away and you are not supposed to take up table space with your take-away. There are very few seatings. Under 20 seats inside and 16 outside."
Handan Bao
"On a very,very busy day in this lovely city, I expected not to get a table here. There was a table available in the corner outside, where I enjoyed an Altbier while watching all the people walking past. The service was very fast and staff were very friendly. I enjoyed a very delicious Schweinshaxe with Sauerkraut and my husband enjoyed Bratwurst. Both were served with Bratkartoffeln, which was also delicious. I highly recommend this place, as the food is excellent, staf is really nice, with fast service. Atmosphere sitting outside is enjoyable, even on a very busy Saturday afternoon."
Celest Venter
"Unbelievable so great and delicious pork knuckles ever I have … you must try the pork knuckles are so goooood… this is one of my daughter favourite restaurant in Düsseldorf,, we celebrated her birthday in this restaurant…. We came from The Hague to Düsseldorf for this amazing restaurant… the service are so friendly and so great …
You must try when you are in Düsseldorf"
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schweine Janes is most famous for its enormous and delicious pork knuckle (Schweinshaxe), along with a variety of other grilled pork and beef dishes.
Seating is very limited, with under 20 seats inside and 16 outside. It's advisable to come prepared for potential waits.
Sandwiches (Brötchen) are considered take-away. You are not supposed to occupy table space with take-away orders.
Portions are known to be enormous, so arrive hungry to fully enjoy the hearty German comfort food.
As seating is limited, arriving during off-peak hours or being prepared for a wait is recommended, especially on busy days.
Reasonably priced local beers are a popular and authentic choice to accompany your meal.
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Located in the center of Aldstadt on one of Düsseldorf’s oldest streets, Bolkerstraße, Schweine Janes has been a go-to place for traditional German comfort food for over 30 years. While classics like schnitzel making an appearance on the menu, Schweine Janes is best known for its variety of grilled and roasted cuts of pork and beef, especially the s chweinehaxe (roasted ham hock). While certainly not the lightest of meals, it’s perfect on a chilly day and great when washed down with a stein of one of the restaurant’s reasonably priced local beers.
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If you’re headed for a meal at Schweine Janes, arrive hungry, because this is serious German comfort food and the portions are enormous. Never mind the noisy ambience – you’re here to eat: grilled leg of pork, roasted pork, pork liver, Wiener schnitzel, pork on a skewer, and that’s just one corner of the menu. Top marks go to the Schweine brötchen, tender chunks of breaded pork in a soft roll, but the Schweinshaxe is a rite of passage: succulent pork knuckle roasted on a spit and plated with Germany’s ubiquitous potatoes and sauerkraut.
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Tauchen Sie ein in das kulinarische Wunderland von Schweine Janes, wo jede Gabel Schnitzels Sie auf eine Reise der Gaumenfreuden entführt. Das Ambiente ist so gemütlich wie ein verschneites Bergdorf, und die Portionen sind ein Festmahl für Könige. Lassen Sie sich von der knusprigen Pracht des Wiener Schnitzels verführen, einem symphonischen Arrangement von zartem Fleisch, umhüllt von einer himmlischen goldenen Kruste.
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Bereits ein Traditionslokal in Mitten der Altstadt – der Schweine Janes. Alles was mit Hachse, Schweine Steak oder ganzem Schweinchen auf dem Drehspieß zu tun hat, findet ihr hier. Die perfekte Grundlage vor oder natürlich auch nach dem Trinken, denn in der Altstadt klappen die Bordsteine erst sehr spät ein.
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Description: Small place with a few seats in the Altstadt district. From the shop window attracts the roaster full of shanks. Speciality: Meat: steaks, burgers, kebabs, frankfurters, schnitzels and shanks, all accompanied by salad and potatoes, fried or mashed
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Past Schweine Janes, at the end of the Bolkerstraße, is the marketplace. If you’re visiting in December, you can warm up here with some mulled wine at the annual Christmas Market.
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More than 2,000 schweine brotchens are sold at Schweine Janes each day during Karneval. And 2,000 people can’t be wrong!. This typical sandwich is filling, delicious, and cheap!.
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