Frau Specht

Frau Specht is an intimate speakeasy-style restaurant and wine bar tucked behind an unassuming façade in the station area of Duisburg. The house operates a surprise tasting-menu concept under the motto “Essen ist fertig.” It highlights sourcing from regional and specialist suppliers—bread from Bäcker Gaues in Hamburg and cheeses from Tourette in Strasbourg—and offers an extensive wine list with a light focus on German wines at attractive prices; in 2025 it was recognised by Guide Michelin (Selected), Gault&Millau and Der Feinschmecker. The space is elegant and cosy, fitted with Occhio lighting and white-set tables. Seating surrounds a central, household-style kitchen, creating a convivial atmosphere served by a welcoming, communicative team led by Yvonne Specht. The kitchen follows a German–French–Mediterranean approach with occasional Asian influences, building dishes from daily seasonal purchases; preparations range from straightforward to artisanally complex. Dirk Brendel is the chef and composes the dishes. Specialties include Wagyu shabu‑shabu with dashi, Provençal fish stew, marinated kale with porcini, mousse of pike‑perch with scampi, lobster foam and keta caviar, pulled BBQ spare ribs with fregola and tomatoes, and filled quail with autumn truffle.