Located on the first floor of the Lee office building, directly on the waterfront of the district, over 1,300 square meters are currently being transformed into the South American-inspired restaurant ‘Elemente’ – the new signature concept from London-based Rhubarb Hospitality Collection. Inspired by the four elements – fire, water, earth, and air – ‘Elemente’ unites two seemingly distant worlds, Hamburg and South America, across culinary, atmospheric, and aesthetic dimensions. This connection is deeply rooted in history: as early as the 19th century, Hamburg became the first European city to recognize the independence of South American nations – a vibrant transatlantic exchange that continues to this day. ‘Elemente’ sees itself as a continuation of this relationship and the beginning of a new chapter in an old story.
At the heart of the concept is the idea of sharing: almost all dishes are designed as shared plates – from South American grilling techniques with local game to creatively reimagined seafood dishes and plant-based creations featuring Andean vegetables, herbs, and roots. The interior design also reflects the elemental theme, with natural materials, lush greenery, and an open spatial layout that merges a connection to nature with an international design aesthetic.
In the same building, on the 13th floor above the office space, ‘Air Bar 13’ will open its doors on around 750 sq m. The rooftop bar is connected to the public viewing terrace on the same floor. Whether it’s after-work drinks with colleagues or a lively celebration with friends and family or as part of a company event – thanks to the cutting-edge ambience and interior design, all visitors will immediately feel at home in ‘Air Bar 13’, whatever the occasion. The bar’s striking highlight is its exceptional location, which offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the river Elbe, the harbour, HafenCity and the rest of Hamburg’s city center.
Anna Laura Riemann, Leasing Project Leader Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier at Unibail-Rodamco Westfield, says: “Through the strategic partnership with Rhubarb Hospitality Collection and the two flagship concepts at Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier, we are setting a new benchmark in Hamburg’s food & beverage landscape. With the culinary delights, the design and the spectacular location directly on the river Elbe, we are creating a dining experience together with RHC that does not yet exist in Hamburg. We are delighted about the start of the interior fit-out and are highly motivated to work towards the openings in the first quarter of 2026.”
Michael Neuner, Managing Director at Rhubarb Hospitality Collection Germany, says: „With ‘Elemente’ and ‘Air Bar 13’, we’re bringing not only two exceptional culinary concepts to Hamburg, but also our international expertise. Our goal is to create a place for those who seek more than just a good meal or a great drink – we create experiences. For curious locals, for guests from around the world, for companies, and for anyone who appreciates special places with atmosphere, views, and a sense of sophistication. The Westfield Hamburg Überseequartier provides the perfect setting for this.”
Rhubarb Hospitality Collection
RHC and URW announced their partnership for the two concepts at Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier at the beginning of 2024. The internationally active company RHC, part of the US-based Oak View Group, specializes in luxury catering, events, fine dining restaurants and bars: In London, for example, RHC is responsible for the catering and several F&B concepts at Royal Albert Hall and operates the ‘Sky Garden’. The ensemble includes the fine dining restaurant ‘Fenchurch’ in a rooftop location with a view of the skyline, ‘Darwin Brasserie’ and other bars. In Germany, the group is currently only represented in Berlin. ‘Frederick’s’, an exclusive restaurant in which German cuisine is reinterpreted and combined with international influences, is located at Das Center at Potsdamer Platz.
