Rüttenscheid

Where “just a quick visit” turns into a whole day

A coffee to ease into the day, a browse with no set plan, and suddenly it’s evening: In Rüttenscheid, Essen shows its liveliest side. Around Rüttenscheider Straße, affectionately known as the Rü, shopping, international cuisine and nightlife come together with the feeling of being welcome right in the heart of the neighborhood.

Stroll up and down the Rü, browse the shops and explore the little side streets, too. You might find a special gift, your new favorite café or a restaurant whose menu changes your evening plans on the spot. Here, you can window-shop, lose track of time with friends or consciously take some time for yourself.

And when your shopping bags are full and your coffee cups are empty, the day is far from over: Keep your Rüttenscheid day going over a meal together, a glass of wine or on the dance floor. Bring your curiosity – and a little time to linger.

Rüttenscheid at a glance

A good starting point is Rüttenscheider Stern, which is served by the U11, among other lines.
For your first visit, we recommend setting aside half a day for two or three selected stops.
At no charge, you can stroll through the city’s green spaces or visit the permanent collection at Museum Folkwang. Admission fees apply at Grugapark.

Grugapark Essen

A botanical garden with beautiful and rare plants, an attractive zoo, a playground and

Rüttenscheid | Rüttenscheider Straße

Live, go out, celebrate or shop – all of this is possible in Essen’s

Symbol eines stilisierten, weißen Tischtennisspielers mit Ball und Tisch auf blauem Hintergrund. — Lizenz: CC-BY-SA

Messe Essen

Messe Essen is an outstanding example of the reuse of an existing event venue.

Cafés for your next favorite stop

Coffee, cake or a late breakfast? These spots will tempt you to take a break.

Bohnenkartell: In-house roasting, homemade cake and advice on coffee beans. The coffee school offers barista and latte art courses. Witteringstraße 41a (Südviertel).
Coffee Pirates: In-house roasted coffee, homemade cake and beans to take home. No reservations. Rüttenscheider Straße 218.
Kijamii Rösterei Café: In-house roasting and homemade cake, combined with a browse through the ettics Store. Rüttenscheider Straße 73.
Zweibar: Breakfast until 3 p.m. for late risers; evening dining from Wednesday to Saturday, too. Rüttenscheider Straße 63.
miamamia am Park: Cappuccino, sandwiches and sweet treats for an Italian-style break. Rüttenscheider Straße 183.

Out and about with little ones? You’ll find more about the family café Das Anna further down.

Grüne Parklandschaft mit Wasserfall und Spaziergänger auf einem Weg in Essen.

Grugapark

At Grugapark in Essen, around 60 hectares of blooming gardens, animals and plenty of space to relax await you. Playgrounds, a maze and a barefoot path also make the park a great destination for families, with little adventures and a generous helping of nature.

Restaurants to suit your appetite

Ramen today, tapas tomorrow? Around the Rü, the options range from a quick döner to a special evening of fine dining.

Asian: Sushi, ramen, curries and more

Sushi Bistro Byakko: Sushi and Japanese cuisine blending tradition with modern ideas. Kortumstraße 46a.
GAO: Pho, summer rolls and Vietnamese fusion cuisine with creative vegan dishes. Rüttenscheider Straße 59.
My Dad Made: Vietnamese cuisine featuring pho, summer rolls and spicy curries. Rüttenscheider Straße 301.
Takumi Chicken & Vegan: Slurpable ramen, with chicken or vegan. Rüttenscheider Straße 126.
Jays: Korean street food, vegetarian dishes and lunch specials. Fridtjof-Nansen-Straße 1.
ION Fusion: Asian fusion cuisine meets homemade drinks. Klarastraße 27.
Curry Masala: Indian and Nepalese cuisine with curries, biryani and tofu dishes. Rüttenscheider Straße 38.

Spanish: Tapas and convivial evenings

Viva la Vida: A table full of tapas to share and try. Cäcilienstraße 4.
Pelayo: Spanish cuisine and tapas, served on the spacious garden terrace in good weather. Rüttenscheider Straße 138.
Juan Sánchez tapas-bar: Tapas and seafood for a Spanish evening. Rüttenscheider Straße 214.

Italian

60 seconds to napoli: Neapolitan pizza and wine for your next pizza night. Rüttenscheider Straße 199.
Lucente: Italian-Mediterranean cuisine with changing daily specials; also featured in the Michelin Guide. Rüttenscheider Straße 212.
Trattoria Trüffel: Italian cuisine for truffle lovers, from stuffed gnocchi to steak with truffle sauce. Rüttenscheider Straße 114.
Pasta e Gamberoni: Pasta and specialties from Italy’s regions, paired with a glass of Italian wine – a little getaway on the Rü. Rüttenscheider Straße 172.
Jimmy’s Pizza: Handmade wood-fired pizza for when hunger strikes – easygoing dining in or takeaway. Rüttenscheider Straße 209.

Burgers: Classic, creative or vegan

Pan’s Bebop: Burgers, soul food and vegan alternatives in a retro setting. Alfredstraße 64.
Traumkuh: Burgers and fries; some seats are kept available for walk-ins. Rüttenscheider Straße 168.
Atawich: Handmade burgers with a variety of ingredients and spices. Rüttenscheider Straße 286.
R’n’Beef: Handmade burgers with names like “All Eyez on Beef” – you even get to choose the type of bun. Rüttenscheider Straße 91.

Döner, dürüm and pide

Orkide Döner: Veal döner, dürüm, falafel and mücver – Turkish zucchini fritters. Klarastraße 1–3.
Galata Kebap: Döner, dürüm and pide, for example with spinach and white cheese. Rüttenscheider Straße 61.
Miran – Turkish cuisine: Döner and freshly baked lahmacun for an easygoing break while exploring the Rü. Rüttenscheider Straße 89.

Falafel, hummus and Syrian specialties

HABEEZ: Wraps and platters with falafel, halloumi or shawarma, served with hummus. Zweigertstraße 3–7.
Foodlogie: Syrian grilled dishes, falafel and lots of vegan starters such as muhammara and baba ghanoush. Brigittastraße 2.

Mexican: Tacos, burritos and cocktails

Mimaya: Tacos, burritos and quesadillas, including veggie options. Cocktails, too. Rüttenscheider Straße 201.

Currywurst, fries, taxi plates and German classics

Ampütte: Schnitzel and currywurst in a traditional pub atmosphere. Food is served late on weekends. Rüttenscheider Straße 42.
Müllers auf der Rü: Fried fish, cheese spaetzle and currywurst in a brasserie with an open kitchen. Rüttenscheider Straße 62.
Stern Grill: Currywurst with fries – or as a taxi plate with extra döner meat for a hearty appetite. Klarastraße 57.
Cowboystyle Steakhouse: Freshly grilled Black Angus and Hereford steaks meet Western-style surroundings – a slice of the Wild West in Rüttenscheid. Alfredstraße 122.
Die Eule im Hotel Fabritz: Regional home-style cooking and five beers on tap in a traditional, family-run inn. Klarastraße 68.

For a special restaurant evening

Teko by Lange Rodriguez: Creative menus with South American influences and personal service. Awarded one Michelin star. Wegenerstraße 3.
La Petite Cave de Jeannette: A small bistro with French influences and a menu that changes weekly. Kortumstraße 47.
Bliss Restaurant & Bar: Sushi, set menus and dishes to share, accompanied by sake and cocktails. Rüttenscheider Straße 237.

Marktstand mit Tomaten, Paprika, Salaten und Kräutern in blauen Kisten

Add the weekly market to your list

At Rüttenscheider Platz, you can shop for groceries and grab something to eat or drink right there. Seating areas at various market stalls make it a lovely place to meet up and take a break together.

Exploring Rüttenscheid with kids

Play breaks in the neighborhood

Christinenpark makes a green place to stop along the way; the City of Essen also features the playground there.
Haumannplatz and Haumannwiesen offer lawns and a playground for different age groups.
Müller-Breslau-Straße Playground is at the corner of Von-Einem-Straße and also has a renewed ball-game area.

A longer outing at Grugapark

Choose a play area that suits your children. Grugapark describes its playgrounds with details on their location and facilities:

For the little ones: the U3 playground near the free-flight aviary.
For climbing and swinging: Vogeldelle, near the main entrance.
For bigger adventures: the Burg play area, with a climbing hill, wave slides and inclusive play equipment.

Rainy-day break at Das Anna: The family café at Annastraße 35 has a paid play area for children up to four years old. Bring indoor shoes or grip socks; supervision remains the responsibility of adults. Please contact them directly in advance to check opening hours and reserve a table. The operator says there is ramp access through the back courtyard.

Finish with an ice cream: Adam & Sam serves ice cream and waffles; the address is Wegenerstraße 2.

Going out in Rüttenscheid: from the first round to the last song

Cocktails, pubs or a club night? Around the Rü, you decide how long your evening lasts.

Cocktails, wine and long conversations

Fcuk Yoga: Creative cocktails such as “Le Gurk,” made with gin, cucumber and elderflower; selected drinks are also available alcohol-free. Emmastraße 13a.
château pling: Natural wines straight from the winemaker and snacks to share – for curious sips and relaxed evenings. Found a favorite wine? The wine bar is also a shop. Annastraße 43.
Gin&Jagger: International cuisine, classic cocktails and house creations – go straight from dinner to the bar. Rüttenscheider Straße 181.
Le Chat Noir: French cuisine and wine for evenings when the conversations go on a little longer. Brigittastraße 22.

Pubs, bars and evenings with events

Banditen wie wir: Bottled beer, cocktails and a changing lineup of events. Regular hours are Thursday to Saturday from 7 p.m., plus during events and on the eve of public holidays. Kahrstraße 3.
Ampütte: A cozy old-school pub for beer, conversation and late-night hunger. Open until 4 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, kitchen until 3:30 a.m. Rüttenscheider Straße 42.
Hudson’s: Pub quizzes, live music, beer pong and DJ nights – check the schedule and head out. Girardetstraße 2.
Fritzpatrick’s Irish Pub: Guinness on tap, live sports and music in an Irish pub atmosphere. Girardetstraße 2.

Still have energy? Hit the dance floor

19 Down: Want to dance after the bar? Club nights right on the Rü; check Instagram for upcoming parties and opening times. Rüttenscheider Straße 114.
Goethebunker: DJ nights in a former air-raid shelter. Pick an evening with your kind of music from the events schedule. Goethestraße 67.

Cherry blossoms on the Rü

In spring, the Rü wears pink and white: usually in late March or early April, cherry trees transform Rüttenscheider Straße into a sea of blossoms. The trees bloom pink in the north first, followed by white blossoms in the south. Stroll beneath the flowering canopies, treat yourself to a coffee break and capture your springtime moment in a photo.