German Phrase
Das Restaurant ist richtig gemütlich.
Meaning
The sentence means that the restaurant has a very cozy and comfortable atmosphere. 'Richtig' intensifies the adjective, so it conveys more than just 'cozy' – it’s truly cozy.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to compliment the ambience of a place you’re eating at, especially in a review or casual conversation with friends.
✦Grammar Breakdown
DasRestaurantistrichtiggemütlich.
Artikel (Das)
Das is the neuter definite article used for nouns like 'Restaurant' which is neuter in German.
Verb 'sein' (ist)
The verb 'sein' (to be) is conjugated as 'ist' for third person singular.
Intensifier 'richtig'
'Richtig' can be used as an intensifier meaning 'really' or 'truly' before adjectives.
Adjective 'gemütlich'
'Gemütlich' describes a cozy, comfortable atmosphere; it does not change form after 'sein'.
🗨In Conversation
Wie gefällt dir das neue Lokal?
How do you like the new place?
Das Restaurant ist richtig gemütlich, ich fühle mich sofort wohl.
The restaurant is really cozy, I feel comfortable right away.
✕Common Mistakes
Das Restaurant ist korrekt gemütlich.
Learners sometimes misuse 'richtig' as 'correct' instead of an intensifier; here it means 'really'.
Das Restaurant ist gemütliche.
Do not add an ending after 'sein' – adjectives stay in base form.
Das Restaurant ist sehr richtig gemütlich.
Combining 'sehr' and 'richtig' is redundant; pick one intensifier.
↔Alternatives
Das Restaurant ist sehr gemütlich.
The restaurant is very cozy.
Das Restaurant hat eine gemütliche Atmosphäre.
The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere.
Hier ist es im Restaurant richtig behaglich.
Here it’s really snug in the restaurant.
Cultural Tip
In German-speaking countries, describing a place as 'gemütlich' is a high compliment. It conveys warmth, friendliness, and a relaxed vibe. Avoid using it for overly formal or sterile settings, as it may sound sarcastic.