Auerbachs Keller
A historic underground restaurant made famous by Goethe's Faust, serving traditional Saxon beef roulade and sauerbraten in its Grand Cellar.
Located in the basement of the Mädlerpassage, this restaurant gained worldwide fame after Goethe featured it in his masterpiece Faust. Individual diners primarily eat in the Großer Keller (Grand Cellar), where signatures include homemade beef roulade, Saxon sauerbraten, and Leipzig black beer braised pork. Classic dishes can be served in large bowls for sharing for parties of two or more. The restaurant is only open for dinner on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Reservations via phone or online are highly recommended during peak season. Main courses range from €27 to €39. Located in the heart of the Old Town, just a few minutes' walk from the Market Square.
Opening hours
Grand Cellar: Mon, Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00; Tue, Wed 17:00–22:00; Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
Nearby sights
- Mädler Passage
- Contemporary History Forum
- Auerbachs Keller
- Old Town Hall & Market Square
- Museum of Fine Arts Leipzig
- St. Thomas Church
- St. Nicholas Church
- Bach Museum