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Step inside Weinbistro "George" at Weinhaus Uhle, and the feeling of welcome is immediate. This is a place built for enjoyment – whether you come for a glass of Champagne, a favourite wine, lunch, or dinner. The bistro’s spirit is summed up in its own words: “Genuss braucht Gemütlichkeit” – pleasure needs comfort.
Under the guidance of chef Marcel Kube, the kitchen produces seasonal, produce-driven dishes that change regularly. The focus is on fresh, mostly regional ingredients, with organic produce used whenever possible. Vegetarian and vegan creations have a permanent place on the menu. The cooking is modern and unpretentious, yet accomplished – a style that has earned the bistro a Michelin Recommended distinction.
The wine list is curated with the same care. Open wines and bottles are selected with a special eye for producers from Saxony and Saale-Unstrut, alongside a fine range of international labels. The pairing of food and wine is central to the experience here.
The bistro’s comfortable interior invites lingering, but on warm days the outdoor seats in front of the house become a favourite spot. There, with a glass of wine and a plate of something delicious, you can watch the city go by in relaxed surroundings.
The menu changes with the seasons, but typical dishes might include a delicate veal tartare with smoked sour cream and pickled lingonberries, or a poached pike-perch fillet from the Müritz region with brown butter sauce and parsnip purée. There is also a dedicated section of classics – a schnitzel, a fish soup, and a house-made “Uhlsche Klops” (veal dumpling) – all rooted in regional traditions but given a contemporary touch.
Weinbistro "George" is part of the historic Weinhaus Uhle, a family-run wine business that has been a Schwerin institution since 1751. This backdrop of centuries of wine expertise adds depth to the bistro’s offering. The wine shop next door stocks over 300 hand-selected wines, and the bistro’s own list draws directly from the cellar’s passion and knowledge.
Whether you come for a quick lunch, a leisurely dinner, or simply to explore the wine list, Weinbistro "George" delivers a warm, sophisticated experience that feels both effortless and genuine.
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