Paulaner am Thielenplatz

Thielenpl. 5, 30159 Hannover, Germany
+49 511 3681285
$$$ Bavarian restaurant
(2391 Reviews)
Price Range €20–30

Welcome to Paulaner am Thielenplatz, an authentic Bavarian restaurant nestled in the heart of Hannover. Located at Thielenpl. 5, this culinary gem offers a delightful escape into the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Bavaria. With a warm ambiance that echoes the charm of traditional German beer halls, it’s the perfect spot for families, friends, and travelers looking to indulge in hearty German fare.

As you step inside, you’ll notice the lively atmosphere filled with raucous laughter, clinking glasses, and the tantalizing aromas wafting from the kitchen. The friendly staff welcomes you with unpretentious hospitality, and their passion for service shines through, creating a comforting and inviting environment.

The menu is a delectable journey into Bavarian cuisine. The star of the show is undoubtedly the pork knuckle (schweinhaxe) — renowned for its crispy, golden skin that shatters with each bite, revealing succulent, melt-in-your-mouth meat. Customers rave about the goulash soup, a robust and hearty bowl filled with tender minced meat and fresh vegetables that promises to warm your soul. Don’t miss out on the platters, highly recommended for those who want a taste of everything — including delightful dumplings that are fluffy and satisfyingly rich.

Real customers, like Foto Gini, highlight the generous portions served at reasonable prices and commend the fast, friendly service: “Atmosphere was priceless. Highly recommended!” Meanwhile, T. Hsu praises the perfectly cooked pork knuckle, calling it one of the best he’s ever had, noting, “The meat just falls off the bone.” Such sentiments are echoed by many, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to quality and authenticity.

If you’re in Hannover looking for an unforgettable culinary experience, make sure to carve out some time at Paulaner am Thielenplatz. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply longing for a cozy dinner, it promises great food, delightful drinks, and an ambiance that captures the essence of Bavaria. You might just find yourself returning for another round of schnitzel and Paulaner brews!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great beer selection
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Late-night food
Quick bite
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Parking
Openings Hours

Monday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

Closed

2391 Reviews
Foto Gini

24 Oct 2025

For a family reunion we reserved a table. Service was fast and friendly. Generous portions for reasonable prices. Atmosphere was priceless. Highly recommended!

Farhad Jalili

05 Oct 2025

One of the best place in Hannover for hang-out and tasting German foods and drinks. You have bunch of options for drink. Of course go through Paulaners. Foods are in good qualiy. Platters are suggeted. Specially dimplings. Staffs are nice.

Salt M.

03 Oct 2025

The food was very good, and the staff was very friendly and attentive.

Giovanni Pace

22 Aug 2025

A good restaurant just off the very touristic area of Hanover. You can definitely try all the Paulaber varieties out there, which is a good thing really. The pork knuckle was slightly undertone as it was rather dry in certain parts, while still moist close to the bone. Besides this, it was definitely tasty. The schnitzel was much better, well cooked and with a non oily breading. A place to try definitely!

T. Hsu

09 Aug 2025

Lively atmosphere in this Bavarian style pub. Although not native to Hanover, most tourist would believe this is what it feels like to be in Germany One of the best cooked schweinhaxe crispy skin pork knuckles I've ever had where the skin is crispy but not too hard and the meat just falls off the bone. Goulash soup is actually quite filling itself with plenty of mince meat and veg hiding beneath the surface. For a medium build Asian like myself just the serving size of a main dish is pushing the upper limits. With appetizers on top, I'd recommend sharing dishes maybe 2 amongst 3 people ? When we were there the friendly wait staff was more than happy to explain some of the dishes to us and spoke English quite well.

Michael Panyard

06 Aug 2025

Service was friendly, fun and created a great evening experience for my first visit. The schnitzel was the best I've had.

Alexandre Bauwens

22 Jul 2025

Great food, great staff, good looking place. We spent an amazing moment and our dog was treated like a customer as well. Always thumbs up for dog welcome places!

Amihay Shraga

30 Jun 2025

Great experience at Paulaner am Thielenplatz! Delicious German food, excellent service, and great value. Highly recommended!

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