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Café Gnosa

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Google (1728) 4.4
Tripadvisor (373) 4.0
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Visitors praise Café Gnosa for its historic charm, good basic German food, and generous cake portions. However, a recurring complaint is unfriendly and unwelcoming service, with some also noting small portions for the price and a decline in customer service over time.

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Address
Lange Reihe 93, 20099 Hamburg
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Phone
+49 40 243034
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Website
gnosa.de
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Price Range
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About this place Café Gnosa

Café Gnosa has been at the social centre of Hamburg's St Georg gay district since 1981, occupying a large corner position on the Lange Reihe with a terrace that becomes the neighbourhood's living room on warm days. The format is café-bar: proper breakfasts in the morning, cakes and coffee through the afternoon, cocktails and beer from the evening. The programming is deliberately diverse — Gnosa has served gay men, lesbians, trans people, their friends and neighbours for over 40 years without becoming niche. The kitchen runs from opening until late, making it the reliable option when every other plan has fallen through. The terrace on the Lange Reihe is prime St Georg real estate — the street has the density of Paris's Marais within a single kilometre, and Gnosa's terrace puts you at the exact social centre of it. Regular quiz nights, community events and the general sense of a place that takes its responsibility to the neighbourhood seriously make Gnosa irreplaceable in Hamburg's LGBTQ+ infrastructure. The service is warm without being performative — the staff know the regulars and treat first-time visitors with equal consideration.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 01:00
Monday 10:00-01:00
Tuesday 10:00-01:00
Wednesday 10:00-01:00
Thursday 10:00-01:00
Friday 10:00-02:00
Saturday 10:00-02:00
Sunday 10:00-01:00

Features

Gay Lesbian / Women-focused LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Trans-friendly nights Food served Outdoor Patio Community oriented Walk-ins welcome

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Per Keld Nielsen
Per Keld Nielsen Jun 2026

No one smiles. The host seemed grumpy. I think he and the guy who was tasked with cleaning up had a bad morning.

Omi Tette
Omi Tette Jun 2026

We were treated very badly by the staff, especially one young waiter who was absolutely arrogant and haughty. He should be fired, as he's driving customers away.

Daniel S
Daniel S Jun 2026

Great pub, I've been coming here for years and love it. I got a table for breakfast without a reservation – but it was Thursday morning. Good selection of food and drinks, good value for money. Thanks and see you soon!

Liz Rodriguez
Liz Rodriguez Jun 2026

I always feel very comfortable here; it's an absolute safe space. The lady who looked after us was incredibly attentive, friendly, and warm. I'm also fascinated by the history of the café! Thank you for every visit.

Baris Mohammadi
Baris Mohammadi May 2026

Really delicious and beautiful cakes. Lovely decor, and the cakes are top-notch in terms of quality and taste! The service could be a bit friendlier. In the summer, you can also sit outside, which is a big plus.

Q K
Q K May 2026

I was treated inhumanely, arrogantly, and condescendingly when I sat down. I left immediately, never again!

Ani Kunert
Ani Kunert May 2026

A Hamburg Original Café Gnosa has been around for over 100 years and hasn't lost any of its charm. As a former regular since my teenage years, I wasn't disappointed. The coffee is good, and the cakes from their own bakery are very impressive. If you're looking for a reliable, characterful café in St. Georg, this is the place to be.

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Last updated on 2 August 2026

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