Gondel – Restaurant & Bar

The Gondel restaurant is a renowned establishment in Hanover, located in the historic Georgspalast, a building over a century old that is directly connected to the cultural centre surrounding the GOP Varieté Theatre Hanover. The restaurant offers lively and fresh regional cuisine that emphasizes culinary craftsmanship without unnecessary complexity, making it suitable for both enjoyable evenings as well as private and corporate celebrations. The kitchen places value on fresh, healthy, and tasty dishes, sourcing ingredients primarily from trusted regional suppliers known to the team. The culinary concept reinterprets classic regional German dishes with high craftsmanship, offering seasonal menu changes and special menus for occasions such as Christmas and Easter. Guests can choose from an à la carte selection or a customizable menu comprising a starter, main course, and dessert, with flexible options catering to vegan, vegetarian, fish, and meat preferences. The venue also serves as a destination to combine dining with a show experience at the adjacent GOP Theatre. The interior combines modern, elegant design with the unique atmosphere of the historic Georgspalast, featuring an open kitchen and a fully glazed front that looks onto the kitchen pass, providing energy and transparency. The Gondel Bar complements the restaurant as a Hanoverian institution in a sophisticated setting, offering cocktails, special gin creations, and an extensive wine list. It can be booked exclusively for corporate events, with options to include a DJ and a dance floor. Special event formats include the "Culinary Wine Journey," a guided wine evening featuring a four-course menu paired with wines from selected regions. Head chef Benjamin Kettmann leads the kitchen, focusing on reimagined regional classics as well as seasonal, ingredient-focused cuisine.