VOTUM

This is a very very good restaurant. The service was particularly friendly and enthusiastic for a Michelin star restaurant. It can often be quite snooty. The wine accompaniment was expensive but excellent. The menu seemed quite extensive and varied and at first I worried it would be "too much" but it was perfect the chocolate fishy rice pudding being a particular highlight.

Amazing food, welcoming atmosphere and great service. The lobster tail plate and the ice cream dessert were special favourites, although the entire tasting menu was excellent.

VOTUM, Hannover »My last visit: Feb. 2026 »Previous visit: Feb. 2025 »Total score-4.8/5–very good »In a nutshell: In my opinion, the VOTUM continues to exceed expectations in key respects. »My ratings for this gourmet restaurant in detail: ●●Service–4.8/5–very good ●Hospitality (affability, obligingness, connectedness, atmosphere, temper, professionalism, etc.)-4.8/5 ●Facilitation (advance information, booking process, assistance, communication, handling allergies, etc.)-4.7/5 ●●Food–4.9/5–outstanding ●Flavors (range, depth, harmony/balance, complexity, accessibility, etc.)-4.9/5 ●Level (craftsmanship, originality, exclusivity, versatility, refinement, etc.)-4.9/5 ●Choices-4.6/5 ●Comment: I was quite impressed by the kitchen’s performance. I rated most of the dishes as outstanding and would particularly like to highlight the starter with scallop and an intermediate course with pork, both of which I found excellent. ●●Beverages, mainly the wines–4.9/5–outstanding ●Taste (depth/range, length, complexity, balance, accessibility, elegance, intensity/subtlety, etc.)-4.9/5 ●Level (versatility, exclusivity, novelty, authenticity, originality, consistency, etc.)-4.9/5 ●How did the beverages go with the food?-4.8/5 ●Choices-4.7/5 ●Comment: Overall, I found the wines outstanding and here I would like to highlight a very nice Riesling Auslese from the Mosel region. ●●Presentation of the food–4.7/5–very good ●Procedures at and around the table (explanations, attunements, elements added/changed, service/staffing intensity, involvement of kitchen team, orchestration, dishes prepared/assembled at the table, etc.)-5.0/5 ●Textures and temperature differences-4.9/5 ●Colors, decorations-4.3/5 ●Timing, sequencing and portion sizes-4.7/5 ●Special effects (positionings, DIY-effects, sculptures, surprises, fake effects, olfactory effects, fog/smoke, thematic elements, etc.)-4.2/5 ●Comment: I still found the tableside procedures to be excellent and the textures and temperature differences outstanding. ●●Presentation of beverages, mainly the wines–4.9/5–outstanding ●Procedures at and around the table (explanations, attunements, etc.)-4.9/5 ●Quantities poured and timing in relation to the dishes-4.8/5 ●●Premises–4.7/5–very good ●Accessibility, surroundings, and, where relevant, the view-4.7/5 ●How did I like the style, decor, and atmosphere of the dining room or, if applicable, the outdoor area?-4.7/5 ●Well-being (space, privacy, temperature, ventilation/odors, lighting, seating comfort, soundscape, sanitary facilities, etc.)-4.7/5 ●●Price–4.8/5–very good ●Price-performance ratio for food-4.9/5 ●Price-performance ratio for wines and other beverages-4.8/5 ●Price transparency and correspondence of the expected to the actual price (simple, complete and unambiguous price information on the website and in the menu, etc.)-4.8/5 2|12|10

Once again an amazing dinner. The team provides some inspiring ideas of a unique taste and food experience. Service for wine can be improved. Nevertheless it's always a pleasure to be there.

We had a wonderful dining experience in this outstanding restaurant. Young, friendly and highly skilled staff. Great hospitality, incredibly good food and wines.

Had an amazing evening there. The food is really amazing, and it’s not plain food is an experience. The menu is fantastic. Service is also top notch. It’s definitely worth the investment. I’m English speaker and all the waiter were able to speak English and explain the dishes with lots of details. Highly recommend.

Bewertung der V ANDY-Bar Das Erlebnis an der V ANDY-BAR war hervorragend. Der freundliche Service, die spannenden Erklärungen zu den einzelnen Gängen und die Speisen selbst, waren von hervorragender Qualität. In Verbindung mit einem Essen im Schorse, war es ein richtig toller und vor allem leckerer Abend

Das 2-Sterne Restaurant VOTUM in Hannover ist eine wahre kulinarische Offenbarung. Das elegante Ambiente im Leineschlosse setzt den perfekten Rahmen für einen unvergesslichen Abend. Das Personal beeindruckt als perfekte Kombination aus Professionalität und lockerer Gelassenheit – stets aufmerksam, aber ohne aufdringlich zu wirken. Unsere Geschmacksreise begann mit einem raffinierten Petit, das mit seinen irisch angehauchten Aromen für einen spannenden Auftakt sorgte. Im Verlauf erfolgte unter anderem – eine handwerklich aufwändig und perfekt zubereitete gefüllte Wachtel – diese zeugte von einer meisterhaften Küchenkunst, die nicht nur optisch, sondern vor allem geschmacklich überzeugt. Die Gänge des Menüs waren saisonal abgestimmt und harmonierten wunderbar miteinander, während eine exzellente Auswahl an Weinen jedes Gericht optimal unterstrich. Besonders hervorheben möchten wir den sympathischen Küchenchef, dessen Leidenschaft und Kreativität in jedem Detail spürbar waren. Ein Besuch im VOTUM ist weit mehr als ein Dinner – es ist ein Fest für alle Sinne und ein Erlebnis, das Lust auf mehr macht. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder und empfehlen dieses einzigartige Geschmackserlebnis allen Feinschmeckern, die auf der Suche nach außergewöhnlicher Kulinarik in Hannover sind.