Located in a quiet, tidy neighborhood, Dein Stübchen is a newly opened, family-run Chinese restaurant with a homey atmosphere. The wooden chairs are thoughtfully designed — they gently adjust as you lean back, so you can settle in comfortably. The space is cozy, with a warm setting for an unhurried meal, just like dining at home.
Their kitchen focuses on authentic flavors from Fuzhou, Fujian and Taiwan, with a few familiar Sichuan classics for variety. Fujian’s cuisine is deeply connected to the roots of many well-known Chinese dishes that have made their way abroad. The mix of sweet-sour, umami flavors found in many westernized Chinese dishes may well trace back to the early immigrants from this region.
Restaurant Profile
🏷️ Name of the Restaurant: Dein Stübchen China Restaurant 邻家食堂
📍 Adress: Ohmstraße 59, 60486 Frankfurt am Main
🍜 Style: Chinese Cuisine – rice bowls, noodle dishes, dumplings, stir-fries, grill fish etc.
💰 Price: around 15 – 25 EUR per Person (incl. Drinks and Tips)
At Dein Stübchen, you can taste the original versions, with home-made seasonings and sauces, instead of store-bought shortcuts, resulting in a natural, satisfying taste that speaks of home-cooked comfort. And prices are refreshingly reasonable, so you can indulge without much second thought.
Curious about what to order? Here are our recommendations.
First up is 福鼎肉片 (Fuding Rou Pian, Fuding Pork Slices), a popular specialty from Fuding, Fujian Province, recognized as one of China’s top ten regional snacks.
The clear, light broth might seem simple, but every sip is full of comfort and flavor. Made with savory dried shrimp (虾米), umami seaweed (紫菜), pickled mustard cubes (酸菜), and green onions, the soup tastes gently briny and fresh, with a hint of tang and a subtle peppery warmth that lingers in the background.
Then comes the sliced pork. Unlike regular boiled pork, Fuding Rou Pian is made by mixing finely chopped lean pork with starch before being dropped into boiling water, forming delicate slices as they cook. The meat is incredibly tender yet slightly springy, soft but with a good amount of chew. The flavor is mild and savory, with a touch of umami, a hint of sweetness, and a faint sourness from the broth – the typical, subtle, home-style flavors.
风味茄子 (Flavored Eggplant) instantly captivates with its bold, aromatic seasonings and contrasting textures – crispy on the outside, soft and bursting with flavor on the inside. It’s a delicious mix of sweetness, spice, and the numbing sensation of Sichuan peppercorns.
Beneath the thin, crisp batter lies juicy, creamy eggplant, coated in a glossy, caramelized sauce that’s rich with deep, roasted aroma of dry chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and garlic. The first wave of taste is sweet and savory, quickly followed by a slow-building heat that tingles the tongue, while a hint of sourness adds complexity.
To finish, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions brightens the dish, adding a bit of herbal freshness.
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and dusted with cheese powder, the Fried Chicken with Cheese Powder (芝士炸鸡) at Dein Stübchen is easily one of the best we’ve had in Frankfurt. The golden, crackling coating shatters with every bite, giving way to tender, succulent meat underneath.
The cheese powder has a deeply savory, umami-rich taste with a hint of nuttiness.
Generously dusted over the crispy batter, it melts into the crust, infusing each bite with a mild cheesy richness that pairs nicely with the aromatic herbs in the coating.
Each bite is a pleasure of crunch, juiciness, with that extra kick umami kick from the cheese powder.
Crispy Pork Belly (脆皮猪五花) is an irresistible fusion of crunch and bold spices. The moment it arrives, the air fills with the mouthwatering aroma of cumin, instantly whetting the appetite.
Each slice is paper-thin, shatteringly crisp like a chip, yet rich and juicy. Coated in a savory blend of cumin, sesame, and aromatic spices, the pork delivers a deep, warm flavor with hints of garlic and umami. Despite being fried, it feels light and airy rather than greasy—making it dangerously addictive.
For the perfect bite, wrap a piece in fresh, crisp lettuce to balance the richness. The contrast of flavors creates an explosion of smoky, savory goodness with that unmistakable cumin-forward punch.
Spicy Pickled Chili Beef with Cilantro (香菜泡椒牛肉) is a fiery dish that hits all the right notes—savory, spicy, and tangy, with layers of aroma and depth.
The first bite hits hard with the sharp, intense kick of duò jiāo (剁椒, chopped pickled chilies), a staple in Hunan and Sichuan cuisine.
These chilies are more than just heat—they have a deep, fermented umami with a lingering, mouthwatering spice that gradually builds, leaving a pleasant warmth on the tongue.
Their briny tang balances the rich, tender beef, resulting in bold yet well-rounded mouthfeel.
Onions and cilantro add a fragrant, slightly caramelized, earthy note.
Enriched with the spicy fresh chili and garlic, the beef itself is incredibly soft and glistening, releasing more flavorful juiciness with every chew.
Braised Pork with Rice (卤肉饭) is a cherished Taiwanese comfort food and a signature offering at Dein Stübchen.
The key to this dish is the lǔ wèi (卤味), a special marinade made from a blend of soy sauce, spices, and herbs. This sauce imparts a deep, savory umami that’s rich and complex, with a hint of sweetness, peppery warmth, and an earthy depth. It coats every ingredient, infusing them with a concentrated lǔ wèi flavor.
The pork is fatty but not greasy, slightly sweet, salty and intensely aromatic. It’s first blanched, then cut into small, bite-sized cubes. Slow-braising over low heat renders out the fat and releases the collagen from the skin, creating a thick and deeply flavored sauce.
The result is super juicy pork, with the fat melting in the mouth and the lean meat remaining soft, tender and even a little springy. This traditional method also significantly reduces saturated fats, making it healthier without sacrificing flavor.
The mushrooms, marinated in the same lǔ wèi sauce, add an earthy depth, while bell peppers, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes bring a fresh contrast. Each bite is a perfect mix of succulent pork, rich, savory sauce, and some veggies, rounded out by the steamed rice.
The rice itself absorbs the lush, dark sauce, each grain soaked in the deep, full-bodied flavor, making for a hearty, comforting meal.
Lychee Pork (荔枝肉, Pork with Sweet-sour Sauce) is a popular Fujianese dish with over 200 years of history and a signature specialty at Dein Stübchen. Its name comes from its unique appearance—cross-hatched pork to absorb more flavor while resembling the shape of a lychee fruit.
The dish features tender, lean pork covered in a warm orange sauce. This sweet and sour sauce is uniquely Fujianese—rich and savory with a deep, refreshing tang and a mild sweetness. It’s not overly sweet but brings out the natural flavor of the meat. And its underlying tartness is incredibly appetizing.
Lightly battered and fried to a golden perfect crust, the pork remains succulent inside and offers a crisp yet satisfying chew.
Aromatic garlic, toasty sesame, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, and green onions layer in spice and complexity, complementing the sweet-sour flavor, while potatoes help neutralize the rich flavors and provide a comforting balance.
This Fujian classic is an early inspiration for the sweet and sour flavors that later became iconic in Chinese cuisine outside of China.
The fish dishes at Dein Stübchen are definitely worth trying. They offer a variety of flavors –
- Suan Cai Yu (酸菜鱼Pickled Mustard Fish) served in a tangy, slightly spicy broth with pickled mustard greens;
- Shui Zhu Yu (水煮鱼Boiled Fish in Chili Oil) that comes in a bold, spicy red chili oil broth with intense heat and a mouth-tingling sensation;
- Tang Cu Yu (糖醋鱼Sweet and Sour Fish) coated in a glossy, caramelized sweet and tangy sauce.
In addition, they serve Grilled Fish (烤鱼) – a Sichuan-style classic served on a sizzling hot plate.
Sichuan grilled fish is famous for its multi-layered seasoning, with a marinade of fermented soybeans, ginger, garlic, and signature Sichuan spices that enhance umami and bring out a pleasant smokiness from the grill. The broth is rich and complex, combining dried chilies for heat, Sichuan peppercorns for a tingling, numbing sensation, and a bit of sweetness to round out the bold flavors.
The fish itself has an irresistibly crispy skin and tender, aromatic flesh.
While spicy, it leans more toward a well-balanced mix of heat and umami. As you savor, the rich, fragrant sauce seeps into every morsel, making it intensely savory and flavorful.
It comes with a variety of vegetables like cucumber, enoki mushrooms, cabbage, potato strips, and bean sprouts, adding freshness and texture.
You can also add extra ingredients for an extra charge. Vegetarian options like potatoes, broccoli, cabbage, and wood ear mushrooms are available for €2.5 each, while different types of tofu cost €3.5 per portion. Meat options, such as beef, are available for €4.5 per serving. If you’d like an extra fish, it costs around €12.
Though the portion size is slightly smaller than that at Zhuge Grilled Fish, the price is also around 20 EUR less. It’s a great choice if you have a smaller appetite or want to enjoy grilled fish while still having room for other dishes and flavors.
Dein Stübchen has a unique approach – many of their smaller dishes come in generous portions, making some of them substantial enough to be enjoyed as a main course, while still being reasonably priced—so guests can explore different flavors in a single meal.
Here, you’ll find a lineup of classic Chinese favorites like Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐), Pan-Fried Dumplings (煎饺), and Yu Xiang Pork (鱼香肉丝), Spicy Boiled Beef (水煮牛肉), all prepared with authentic Sichuan-style seasoning. But the real highlight, in our opinion, is their authentic Fujian cuisine – characterized by fresh, delicate flavors, smooth, balanced taste, and rich, umami aroma, with the expert use of sweet-sour seasoning.
Fujian’s coastal location and long maritime history have shaped its cuisine into one of China’s most distinctive styles. Early Fujianese immigrants brought their culinary scene abroad, spreading their signature sweet-and-sour notes, which, over time, evolved into what many now see as the foundation of Chinese cuisine overseas. And at Dein Stübchen, you get to taste these Fujian flavors in a more authentic form.
