There aren't many classic Apfelwein locales left, but this is one of them. It's just as it has been since the end of the 19th century: walls covered with giant paintings darkened with age, giant stoneware pitchers called Bembels, glasses that are ribbed to give greasy hands traction, long tables that can seat 12 people, schmaltzy music, hearty food with daily specials, and, as is traditional, no beer. Try this one if you want to truly capture the spirit of Old Sachsenhausen.

There is a certain kind of German restaurant that is traditional, has a strong heritage, and is popular among both tourists and locals. It may no longer be the absolutely most authentic place ever, but is still rather nice. Think "Hofbräuhaus” in Munich. This is the kind of place that Zum Gemalten Haus has become (and even more so, its still quite acceptable next-door neighbor, Wagner’s). On the one hand, the atmosphere is friendly and communicative, everyone talks to strangers and nobody stays lonely for long. Service is quick, food is generally quite OK, and you get the vibe of a place that has about a century of tradition to live up to. On the other hand: value for money is not so hot, waiters tend to be a little full of themselves, and the slightly conservative (albeit tolerant) scene is not to every young person’s liking. Main dishes €6-18; per-glas cider €1.80. In sum: An institution worth knowing, but I wouldn’t go there every week.

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Beer is strictly off limits in this family-run establishment with its own cider press – and there’s none in the neighbouring “Zum gemalten Haus” either. Just a few steps further on in the traditional hostelries of old Sachsenhausen (e.g. Dauth-Schneider, Fichtekränzi and Atschel) cider is served by the “bembel” – an earthenware cider jug. And if you want a cider shandy, you’ll have to settle for mineral water in your traditional lozenge-cut “Geripptes” glass.

Im Herzen von Frankfurt am Main befindet sich das traditionsreiche Restaurant "Zum Gemalten Haus". In dem gemütlichen, holzgetäfelten Lokal aus den 1930er Jahren mit seinen eindrucksvollen Wandbildern, kann man traditionelle Wurst, herzhafte Fleischspeisen und frischen Apfelwein genießen. Die vielfältige Speisekarte bietet sowohl typisch deutsche als auch europäische Gerichte an.

Welcome to Zum Gemalten Haus, the quirky little gem of Frankfurt!. This charming tavern, tucked away in the heart of the city, boasts an interior that looks like it was hugged by a rainbow. From the flamboyantly painted walls that would make Picasso jealous to a ceiling that has a love affair with polka dots, this place screams "color enthusiast's dream".

Zum Gemalten Haus translates to "this way to the painted house" and that is exactly what you will find. Yes, it has the delicious food and Apfelwein necessary for a top Apfelweinlokal, but it also has endearing murals. In the warmer months, take advantage of the biergarten where the paintings follow you outside.

The most well-known (and most popular with tourists) experience is at the apple wine taverns in Sachsenhausen, but there are also some smaller, equally interesting options, such as the cosy Zum Gemalten Haus or the historic Fichtekränzi, which is famous for its rustic atmosphere and hearty local cuisine.

There’s Ebbeloi aplenty to be had in this hood: Zum Gemalten Haus offers wood panels and stained glass (be sure to go into the actual pub, not the draughty entrance hall made available to smokers).