Restaurant Ente

sounds like a sublime melody There are places that stay with us throughout life — even if we haven’t set foot in them for decades. Die Ente was such a place for me: a name, an image from childhood, associated with special occasions, with quiet elegance, with something deeply admired before it could be fully understood. Now, decades later, I returned. And this visit became more than a dinner — it was an experience in which memory and the present met, not sentimentally, but clearly, precisely, and gently. A Room That Opens Like a White Piano What struck me first was the cocoon the dining room creates. It unfolded for me like the form of a grand white piano — bright, open, and harmonious. There is a deliberate rhythm to how the space is composed. The tables are placed like celestial bodies, orbiting in calm symmetry, with a balance that is more felt than seen. The charismatic, sophisticated staff move within this constellation not as conventional servers, but as part of the spatial composition — with quiet assurance, never intrusive, always present. A Pause, Even Without Time That evening, we didn’t have time for a full tasting menu — but that didn’t diminish the experience. On the contrary, choosing à la carte made it more focused, more intimate. The sublime risotto I ordered was seemingly simple, yet full of depth: gently aromatic, restrained yet perfectly calibrated, rich in flavor without overwhelming the senses. It didn’t try to impress — and that’s exactly what made it so compelling. A dish that didn’t perform, but spoke — softly, clearly, and with confidence. Hospitality as Relationship What I appreciated most was the way the house approaches service. When the trolley arrives — whether with cheese, digestifs, or sweets — it never feels ceremonial or staged. It is an invitation. A gesture of trust and hospitality. Etiquette here isn’t performance — it’s care. This form of service reveals a deep sense of respect: for the guest, for the craft, for the moment itself. It’s not about spectacle. It’s about relationship.Despite its refinement and elegance, Die Ente does not feel distant. On the contrary, it feels familiar — not because it hasn’t changed, but because it has evolved without ever losing its essence. The feeling of being welcomed doesn’t come from words, but from atmosphere, attentiveness, and a discreet, steady hand. This quiet, highly valued charm makes Die Ente more than a Michelin-starred restaurant. It is a place where you, as a guest, feel seen, understood, gently cared for. Where memory and the present don’t clash, but resonate. A restaurant that remains true to itself — and for that very reason, can be discovered again and again, each time anew.

We were there for a business dinner. The food was extraordinary, very creative and crafted. The wines were excellent as well! We thoroughly enjoyed it. I would've suggested to have maybe a bit more staff but otherwise it was perfect! Thank you so much!

A fantastic meal. Wonderful staff that created a tasting menu to meet our taste. Quality ingredients and presentation. And quality wines. Worth every Euro

Overall great experience. Maitre d’ was welcoming and made sure we felt comfortable with menu choices. Also catered towards allergies which was great. Able to choose between 4-7 courses from the tasting menu. Each course was different in style and flavour but complimented each other fairly well. The pumpkin cake desert was my favourite. Sommelier was very friendly and made it easy to pick a nice wine for each course. Service overall was great and made us feel comfortable.

Great gastronomic experience! The food was amazing and the wine pairing was on point. Service is top notch. I highly recommend for a special dinner.

Been there for my girlfriends birthday. We had the 4 courses menu (95 €) We choose to have the menu served with corresponding wines, selected from the local sommelier. This was a big mistake. For three glasses of wine we were charged 65 € each, the price was not mentioned on the menu, we didn't expected so much (our bad, we didn't asked before..), besides, one of the wine didn't really match the food. Other than that, the food was good, well prepared and nicely served, but that's it. Nothing memorable or worth to give the restaurant another visit. Nice atmosphere and friendly service. Maybe the tables could be a bit more spaced.

We had a delicious menue in a luxurious but still fun to be around atmosphere. They offer a vast selection of wines, incredible food and a open and friendly service team.

We have gone to the Ente twice this year, and both times we enjoyed the whole experience. I love the outside dining in the summer weather, and it is a great location.

This review is for the bar inside the hotel and not the restaurant. The bar inside the hotel, due to restrictions, has limited seating. Only 30 people can sit at the tables but no one can sit at the bar. I've come here before and they always had a fantastic piano player and it was a fun environment. Now, it is just boring. The two stars is for the service, which is attentive. Zero stars for the cost of the drinks. The cost of the drinks was undisclosed to our group until the bill arrived. €22 for a small stoli martini, which is equivalent to about US$25, is outrageous. Take a look at some of the other charges. I have included the receipt so you will know what you will be in for.... €14for a simple small Manhattan? It was mostly vermouth. €11 for a small shot glass of Sambuca? One scotch, which was approximately 1 ounce, if that, in a glass filled with stones, was €18! My friends were remarking how the stones seemed to absorb all of the scotch! Really! The bill came to €83 and when we looked at the transfer to American dollars on the charge card, it's just about $100. I could've eaten a good dinner at the restaurant for that price. The drinks for really small servings. It's not like you are getting sizeable drinls. The issue I have with this place is they do not tell you what the cost of the drinks are in advance. and there was no drink menus provided on seating. They just ask what you want to order with no menu in sight. This is not a large city in America, such as New York, but they are charging equivalent prices. If you go, you definitely want to ask what you will be charged in advance . After being charged US$100 for just a few drinks and a couple coffees, we felt cheated. There was nothing special about the drinks or the environment. We won't be back.

Overall amazing experience. The hostess started it off right by greeting us so warmly and giving us a choice of seating. There probably isn't more than 20 tables but all are great choices. We had a 4 course dinner that was phenomenal. From steak tartar to halibut, sordfish, duck and dessert. The servers were attentive but not overbearing. Great place for a special dinner. Not good for big groups or children. Dress is smart casual. Ask to see the wine cellar.

We had a very good meal here, sitting outside. It's been a few months since the visit so unfortunately I can no longer remember exactly what we were eating and drinking. The service was attentive. I can clearly recommend eating here when in Wiesbaden, especially if someone else is paying as it was rather pricey.

High end food, romantic, just across from Casino Consists of the restaurant and the little brother bistro (being reviewed here). Basically same kitchen. We stopped in on Valentines Day fora price fixe four course including wine at €99. Had a prawn starter, a halibut dish, a wonderful veal tenderloin course, and a jasmine rice sorbet to finish. Came with the usual amuse bouche and some nice petit fours at the end. Wine was included, a chilean Sauv Blanc, a Chard, a Spätburgunder from Bathazar Ress, and a spätlese with the sorbet. Service was top notch. II reckon €99 was maybe just a tad pricey but the food and wine was really superb. Will def be back for their lunch deals. Heartily recommended.

Excellent....the duck was the clear favorite at our party of 8! It did not disappoint and was presented in 2 courses.