In need of that one last coffee for the day? Or just not in the mood for a crowded, noisy bar yet? Here is a list of caf茅s in Hamburg that remain open until at least 8 p.m. - a rarity when most caf茅s close by 6 p.m.!
(City Centre)
Rathausstra脽e 4, 20095 Hamburg
Caf茅 Paris is a bit tricky to define. Depending on the time of day and exactly what you're after, this beloved spot could be your new favourite caf茅, restaurant or even bar. In the mornings, it tempts patrons with sandwiches, baguettes and croissants as well as a variety of international breakfast options. For late risers, breakfast is served until 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. At lunchtime, Caf茅 Paris serves delicacies such as salmon, beef medallions or the Plat du Jour - French finesse included. In the evenings, French classics such as oysters, steak-frites and bouillabaisse are on the menu.
Open: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 12 a.m.; Sun & holidays 9:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
(Eilbek)
Eilbeker Weg 39, 22089 Hamburg
The game caf茅 W眉rfel & Zucker has been offering gamers a home in Eilbek since 2017. W眉rfel & Zucker, which translates to 鈥楧ice & Sugar鈥�, (or 鈥楥ube & Sugar鈥�) is half open game collection, half caf茅, where patrons can try out any of the over 800 games on offer while enjoying a variety of beverages, home-made cakes, sandwiches and snacks. And don鈥檛 worry about trying out something new: there鈥檚 always a helpful member of the staff on hand to explain or clarify rules 鈥� in German or in English. W眉rfel & Zucker also offers regular theme nights, including a 鈥榩rototype day鈥� when local game designers can present their latest creations to players happy to test them out. And if you鈥檇 rather take it easy on your brain, there鈥檚 even a bowling alley in the basement.
Open: Tue-Fri 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.; Sat-Sun 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
(Sternschanze)
Juliusstra脽e 16, 22769 Hamburg
Caf茅 Unter den Linden is a small oasis of peace in the middle of the bustling Schanzenviertel. The friendly caf茅 has been spoiling its guests with home-made cakes and dishes since 1982. The furnishings are fondly reminiscent of a classic Viennese coffee house. In summer you can relax on the terrace with a coffee or a beer from 9:30 a.m. until 1 a.m., and the large selection of newspapers and magazines also ensures you'll never be bored.
Open daily 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
(Sternschanze)
Susannenstra脽e 36, 20357 Hamburg
Located in the heart of Sternschanze, this unassuming caf茅 is much larger than it appears from the outside. That means there's nearly always a table free, perfect for setting up with a laptop and a coffee to get a little work done or meeting a friend for a classic German breakfast or lunch. In the evening, Caf茅 Kostbar becomes more of a bar and restaurant - a perfect place to begin an evening out in Schanze.
Open: Sun-Thu 8:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri-Sat 8:30 a.m. - 2 a.m.
(St. Pauli)
Wohlwillstra脽e 18, 20359 Hamburg
The name says it all: here the coffee is '100% fair trade, 100% espresso, 100% strong'. The cakes are lovingly home-baked and many are also vegan and even gluten-free. In the evening the caf茅 is transformed into a cosy, shabby-chic bar, with fair beer prices and cosy sofas.
Open: Mon 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.; Tue-Wed 1 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Thu-Fri 1 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.; Sat 11 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.; Sun 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
(St. Georg)
Lange Reihe 93, 20099 Hamburg
Caf茅 Gnosa on St. Georg's Lange Reihe is a Hamburg institution. It was one of the first 'official' gay cafes in town, and it's still going strong more than 20 years later. It's not just the out and proud atmosphere that has kept it so popular all this time though - it's also known for having one of the largest and most beautiful cake selections in the city. It's a hot destination for queer and straight patrons alike, so don't be surprised if the queue for a table stretches out the door at times. But rest assured that a table at聽Caf茅 Gnosa is well worth the wait.
Open daily 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
(Karoviertel)
Marktstra脽e 3, 20357 Hamburg
The food at Caf茅 Panter is freshly prepared and most of the ingredients come from organically controlled cultivation. There are salads and warm dishes like pasta, as well as homemade paninis, cakes and brownies. The large caf茅 is furnished with wooden and leather furniture inviting you bask in its cosy atmosphere for hours.
While Caf茅 Panter closes at 5 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday, they stay open until 8 p.m. Thursday - Saturday, making them the perfect spot to have one last coffee before dinner in Sternschanze or the Karoviertel!
(HafenCity)
Am Kaiserkai 47, 20457 Hamburg
This little bistro with the large terrace is right by the river Elbe, and the Dalmannkai stairs in front is perfect for lingering with a cup of coffee and some home-made cake while watching the passing cruise ships.
Open: Sun-Thu 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Fri-Sat 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
(Eimsb眉ttel & Ottensen)
Bogenstra脽e 5, 20144 Hamburg (Eimsb眉ttel)
Kleine Rainstra脽e 11, 20146 Hamburg (Ottensen)
Looking for something good to read? Mathilde might just be the place for you. These caf茅s are packed with used books just waiting to be discovered by curious customers, who can read to their hearts' delight while sipping coffee or nibbling paninis. Mathilde also plays host to a variety of events, so be sure to check their calendar to see what's coming up.
Mathilde Eimsb眉ttel: Mon-Thu 5 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Fri-Sat 5 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Mathilde Ottensen: Tue-Thu 5 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Fri-Sat 5 p.m. - 1 a.m.
(HafenCity)
Kajen 1, 20459 Hamburg
The caf茅 in this riverside glass gazebo opposite the warehouses of Speicherstadt offers coffee, icecream, cake and other treats throughout the year. The terrace and the light-flooded interior are both perfect for watching the sun set over the HafenCity port.
Open daily 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.