5

Even after all these years, 5 is still bang on trend. This is primarily down to Alexander Dinter's modern cuisine. Since 2018, he has been the creative force at the helm, successfully incorporating his own original ideas into his seasonally inspired set menu. The location near the Schlossgarten, in what was Stuttgart's first ever railway station, is also unique. A laid-back urban vibe combined with an elegant lounge decor makes for a special atmosphere, which persists as you move from the stylish bar on the ground floor to the casual fine dining restaurant on the first floor. Here, guests sit on chic, individually designed chairs at bare tables to enjoy the excellent food and service, which includes expert wine recommendations. The parking garages in the immediate vicinity are convenient for those coming by car. Reservation times in the evening in the gourmet restaurant: 17:45, 18:30 and 19:15. For lunch there is an extract from the evening menu.

• A rare setting, the dining room sits in Stuttgart’s first railway station building.
• Two floor concept: bar downstairs, ‘casual fine dining’ upstairs.
• Alexander Dinter has led the kitchen since 2018, with a seasonally driven set menu.

Ingredient stars

• Seasonal produce used as the backbone of a set menu
• Modern sauces and reductions, balanced rather than heavy
• Wine pairings that follow the menu’s shifts

5 is a one star restaurant in central Stuttgart, set inside the city’s first railway station. Dinner is built around Alexander Dinter’s season led set menu, described on house materials as ‘Radikosmos’, running up to seven courses in the first floor dining room. Downstairs, a wine bar offers a shorter food offer alongside bottles and small plates.