Goldener Anker

Björn Freitag is a household name on German television, and his Michelin-starred restaurant in Dorsten is where that fame is actually grounded. The kitchen runs on modern takes on classic French cooking, seasonal and carefully sourced, with elegant plating to match the upscale dining room. The team will also pour you a crisp pilsner without a hint of apology, which is very much the local custom and arguably the most refreshing thing on the menu.

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