Zwanzig23 by Lukas Jakobi

I had a wonderful meal here last night. The concept is a tasting menu. You choose either "vegan" or "not vegan" when you book. As a vegetarian it was great to be catered for and very clearly on the website. Just a small shame there was no dairy really, which probably made it less filling than equivalent dishes would normally be. The real standouts are the flavours though. As I was told when presented with the amuse-bouche, when Lukas does sweet, it's properly sweet, when he does bitter, it's properly bitter etc etc. For me, the white asparagus sorbet (palate cleanser) with Thai flavours was absolutely epic. I could mention 3 or 4 other dishes I loved too. Service was attentive and friendly. Every dish was explained by the chef who had made it (you sit on stools around the open kitchen and watch them make everything). Lukas himself gave the background on a couple of them. He and all the others spoke excellent English. Drinks service was great, very knowledgeable about the products. I had a Belgian chardonnay and a fruity red that's served cold - paired perfectly with the pea dish, which was a perfect taste of spring! It's not cheap but for a 1 star meal that actually offers superb service, great tasting and very clever food with nice range of textures and influences, I'd highly recommend. No doubt the michelin inspectors will be re-issuing the star again next year, perhaps even pushing 2. It sounds from social media like Lukas has plans to build a bit of an empire and on this evidence I wouldn't be surprised to see him succeed.

We had an unforgettable evening at Zwanzig23! Lukas and the whole team are such wonderful hosts – warm, welcoming, and genuinely taking the time to talk with their guests. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, the kind of place where you instantly feel at home. The food was absolutely amazing – bold, rich flavors combined with a thoughtful concept of local sourcing and sustainability. We loved the creative “taste the waste” entrée, which perfectly reflects their no-waste philosophy. Every dish felt both surprising and comforting at the same time. We ended up spending over four hours there, laughing, drinking, and savoring every bite. It was more than just dinner – it was an experience. Thank you, Lukas, for such a special night. We’ll definitely be back!

It was an absolute delight having dinner here last night! Mouthwatering gourmet food presented in a casual, familial atmosphere! Super friendly staff, open kitchen, high-top dining, the chef himself going from table to table for a little chat, it was just amazing. We had the 6 course menu, which took around 3 hours. The vegan, as well as the non-vegan option were delicious, same goes for the alkoholisches and non-alcoholic drink pairing. Unexpected ingredients and combinations delivered in an absolutely masterful creation. We will definitely come back and opt for the 9 course menu next time…not because we were still hungry after 6 (absolutely not the case!), but because we want to try even more of this magic!

Absolutely amazing food, prepared to perfection by chef Lukas and his team. Concept of 'Chefs table' makes the experience immersive and unique - being able to get further insight into thought/ideas behind dishes directly from the chefs & team is super cool. Loved everything about it and would for sure visit again!

Top Top Top, from presentation, to service, to the extreme friendliness and openness of Lukas and his team, to the taste explosion in every meal. Best star-restaurant experience I have ever had, will gladly come back. :)

Amazing experience in terms of food and service. The сhefs are very polite, friendly, and courteous. Dishes are an art and a delight! A couple of things that we disliked: 1. sitting 3 hours on the bar chair is painful; 2. time uncertainty. we didn't know it was going to be 3 hours long and the last hour was hard to sit through.

If you’re looking for an authentic fine-dining experience with a family and casual twist, then Zwanzig 23 is the place for you. The whole experience started when we were warmly welcomed, and then surprises kept unfolding course after the other. I definitely had one of the best fish dishes twist ever in there. Every element turned our evening and dinner into an unforgettable experience. Well done and bravo to Lukas and the team!

Great casual fine dining option in the heart of Bilk. Inspirational good options with an experimental touch. For all who like the extraordinary. Try the "alcoholic pairing". Will definitely be back.