The Red Bull Arena is fairly close to central Leipzig, so a variety of cafes and restaurants are within walking distance. Distance and ratings are based on Google Maps data.
Serve & Dine
Am Sportforum 7, 04105 Leipzig, Germany · Daily 10:00-21:00. Known locally as a hidden gem, praised for its welcoming owners, top-notch service and a lovely outdoor seating area.
Trattoria No.1
Waldstraße 64, 04105 Leipzig, Germany. A chic, red-hued Italian spot whose pizza is regularly called the best in Leipzig, alongside well-regarded pasta and grilled dishes.
NORI Restaurant
Waldstraße 64, 04105 Leipzig, Germany · 11:30-14:30 (Mon closed). A stylishly decorated restaurant that runs a bit pricey, but is still counted among the favorite dining spots in Leipzig.
Restaurant Taverna Hellas
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 108, 04105 Leipzig, Germany · 11:00-15:00 (hours vary by day). A Greek taverna repeatedly praised for fresh ingredients and friendly service.
Persisches Restaurant Khatun ، رستوران ايرانى خاتون
Waldstraße 31/33, 04105 Leipzig, Germany. A Persian restaurant known for juicy barg kebab, fresh doogh (yogurt drink), and what many call the best fish dish in Leipzig.
Mückenschlösschen
Waldstraße 86, 04105 Leipzig, Germany · Daily 10:00-20:00. A calm, elegant spot known for its beautifully plated dishes, including a standout beetroot gnocchi, paired with fine German wine.
Bacco 36
Waldstraße 36, 04105 Leipzig, Germany · 11:30-22:00 (Mon/Sun closed). A family-run Italian deli-style spot famous for its homemade antipasti platter and wine selection — it gets especially busy on concert nights at the arena.
Casino Restaurant im Hause der AOK
Willmar-Schwabe-Straße 2, 04109 Leipzig, Germany · 11:30-15:00 (hours vary by day), Sat/Sun closed. A casual, good-value canteen-style eatery with a rotating daily menu to choose from.