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Rubens Düsseldorf: Austrian Restaurant on Kaiserstraße, Michelin Recommended 2026

Rubens is an Austrian restaurant at Kaiserstraße 5 in Düsseldorf, and Michelin lists it as Recommended for 2026. The Austrian kitchen here draws on Alpine traditions, with a Mediterranean sensibility in some of the cooking.

Cooking with a nose-to-tail approach

Ruben Baumgart cooks in the kitchen, bringing experience from Austrian haute cuisine. The house works on a "from nose to tail" principle and processes ingredients with sustainability in mind. Dishes are prepared in either a classic or a modern style, depending on the plate.

Alpine classics on the menu

The Schlemmer Atlas gives Rubens 2.5 Kochlöffel for 2026 and singles out the crispy veal Wiener schnitzel, the Tafelspitz and a crunchy roasted chicken. Those are the dishes to order if you want the restaurant's core repertoire. The menu also includes a wine list alongside the food.

Private dining and catering

Rubens also runs private dining and catering for guests who prefer to host at home. The team can plan everything from finger food to a full menu, tailored to the group. The restaurant offers a private room and outdoor seating, and it caters to vegetarian guests.