Phallus, Turkish restaurant and artistic venue in Varel, Germany
Phallus is a restaurant serving Turkish food in Varel, Germany, and is also considered a work of art. The space combines a functioning dining area with design elements that give the building its own character as an object.
The place was set up in Varel as an unusual combination of a working eatery and an artistic project. This idea of joining everyday use with art has stayed at the heart of the place since it opened.
The name of the place is itself a deliberate artistic statement that prompts a reaction before visitors even step inside. Once there, Turkish food is served in a space where the decor and the cooking feel like two parts of the same idea.
The restaurant is in Varel and is most easily reached by car or bicycle. It is worth checking opening times before visiting, as they can vary.
The name of the restaurant is also the official title of the artwork, which puts the place in a category that is hard to define. It is one of the few spots in the region where a kebab takeaway and an art installation are officially registered as the same object.
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