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$$$ | Charlottenburg |
Chic foodies frequent this sleek Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant from renowned Berlin restaurateur Duc Ngo, which sits behind a graffiti-covered door. The cocktails are top-notch, the sushi and sashimi some of the freshest in town, and the food is wonderfully prepared. South American-inflected dishes such as sashimi taquitos and variations on grilled beef, while not groundbreaking, are full of flavors just a bit different than what you'll find in Berlin's other Asian eateries.
Kantstr. 135, Berlin, Berlin, 10625, Germany
Known For
- Tiradito (Peruvian marinated raw fish)
- Sashimi taquitos (raw fish rolled into tortillas)
- Enticing cocktail, sake, and wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
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$$ | Neukölln |
On the edge of Tempelhofer Feld, this cozy, minimalist farm-to-table restaurant has a daily changing menu featuring vegetable-focused ingredients paired in creative ways, such as chilled pea soup with cherries and almond, and gnocchi with pistachio pesto. Snag one of the few tables up-front or, better yet, try for a seat near the counter facing the open kitchen or at the communal table in the back, especially if you come with a group—you’ll likely want to order everything off the short but appealing menu so everyone can have a taste.
Okerstr. 2, Berlin, Berlin, 12049, Germany
Known For
- Medium-sized plates to share
- Comprehensive natural wine list
- Communal dining
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No lunch
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$$ | Kreuzberg |
A cross between a craft brewery, a hip outdoor beer garden (spring through fall only), and a casual indoor restaurant inside reused shipping containers, BRLO is a quintessential Berlin spot to spend an afternoon drinking and eating. If the weather's nice, grab a striped lounge chair outside and choose from a range of modern bar snacks at the beer garden, open every day except in winter; otherwise, head indoors for a choice of vegetable-focused mains along with meats cooked in their own smoker.
Schöneberger Str. 16, Berlin, Berlin, 10963, Germany
Known For
- Cool, fun outdoor and indoor setting
- Tasty barbecue and vegetables
- Beers brewed on-site
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Restaurant closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch Tues.–Fri. Beer garden closed Mon.
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$$$$ | Schöneberg |
In the historic grand villa of silent movie star Henny Porten, the Einstein is one of the leading coffeehouses in town, and it charmingly recalls the elegant days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, complete with an artsy, high-brow clientele and slightly snobbish waiters gliding across the parquet floors. Order Austrian delicacies such as Tafelspitz or schnitzel (the small order is plenty large), coffee, and, of course, some cake.
Kurfürstenstr. 58, Berlin, Berlin, 10117, Germany
Known For
- Shady garden behind the villa
- Apple strudel with vanilla sauce
- Outdoor seating in a beautiful courtyard
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$$ | Mitte |
Opened in 1913, this former club has a new life as a trendy restaurant serving well-prepared German classics; dine inside amidst the soaring ceilings and peeling walls, or when the weather's nice, outdoors in the lovely courtyard. Try a three-course seasonal menu or opt for tasty flammkuchen, potato rösti, or schnitzel, washed down with a well-mixed signature cocktail such as a Clärchens (tequila, currant, lemon, sugar, and mint).
Auguststr. 24, Berlin, Berlin, 10117, Germany
Known For
- Classic German cuisine
- Cool, retro atmosphere
- Weekly dance instruction and parties
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch Tues.–Fri.
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$$$$ | Neukölln |
Your childhood dream of having dessert for dinner can come true at this intimate "dessert bar" on a pretty street in trendy Neukölln—except at CODA, many of the desserts are more savory than sweet, and all can be paired with alcoholic beverages, from cocktails to beer to wine. Four- or seven-course menus use very little added sugar or fat in the dishes, but feature plenty of different textures and beautiful presentations to keep things interesting, even for those without a sweet tooth.
Friedelstr. 47, Berlin, Berlin, 12047, Germany
Known For
- Small-plate "desserts" using natural flavors
- Intimate, open-kitchen atmosphere
- Superlative, unusual cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch
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$$$$ | Mitte |
The name might have you thinking something different, but this is actually a vegetarian fine-dining restaurant that serves fantastic food (it's above what used to be a club called Cookies, owned by a nightlife mogul by the same moniker, now home to an eatery called Crackers); the chef steers away from "easy" vegetarian dishes like pasta and stir-fries and instead focuses on innovative preparations. The entrance, too, is misleading: the only access is via a dingy alley between the Westin Grand Hotel and the Komische Oper next door, but once you're inside the vibe is industrial-chic, and the service is friendly, casual, and fun.
Behrenstr. 55, Berlin, Berlin, 10117, Germany
Known For
- Michelin-starred creative vegetarian cuisine
- Five- to seven-course tasting menus, plus a signature dish
- Interesting organic wine pairings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential
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$ | Kreuzberg |
This currywurst stand in Kreuzberg has a cult following and just about any time of day or night you'll find yourself amid a crowd of cab drivers, students, and lawyers munching on currywurst mit Darm (with skin) or ohne Darm (without skin). Go local and order your sausage with a big pile of crispy fries served rot-weiss (red and white)—with curry ketchup and mayonnaise.
Mehringdamm 36, Berlin, Berlin, 10961, Germany
Known For
- Berlin's most famous currywurst
- Vegan currywurst for non-meat eaters
- Late-night eats (open till 5 am)
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$ | Kreuzberg |
The 100-plus-year-old Kreuzberg stalwart has managed to stick around thanks in part to its most famous dish, which is still just about all it serves: a crispy, fried half chicken. The rest of the menu is short: coleslaw, potato salad, a few boulette (meat patty) options, and several beers on tap; for "dessert," look to the impressive selection of locally sourced brandies and fruit schnapps.
Leuschnerdamm 25, Berlin, Berlin, 10999, Germany
Known For
- Scrumptious fried chicken
- Front-yard beer garden
- Charming historic setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
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$$$$ | Mitte |
In a clean and modern Scandinavian-styled space done up in woods and light colors, chef Silvio Pfeufer combines local German dishes with global influences (think pike perch served with finger limes and veal tongue with black truffle and parmesan) on his six-course tasting menus; there's also a separate menu for vegetarians. Pair your meal with a fine selection of wines from Austria, France, Italy, and Spain, or opt for their house-made non-alcoholic drink accompaniments.
Hannoversche Str. 1, Berlin, Berlin, 10115, Germany
Known For
- Beautifully presented modern German cuisine
- Inspired wine or alcohol-free beverage pairings
- Pretty contemporary dining space
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No lunch
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$ | Prenzlauer Berg |
Though Berlin’s awash in Neapolitan pizza places, this sweet neighborhood spot bucks the trend with innovative topping combinations on a soft yet chewy sourdough crust. Sophisticated seasonal pizzas, such as charred broccoli and buffalo mozzarella or bacon with cauliflower and Swiss chard, please kids and adults alike, while the fine selection of cocktails, wine, and beer gives the adults even more to appreciate.
Kopenhagener Str. 12 A, Berlin, Berlin, 10437, Germany
Known For
- Outdoor dining adjacent to a playground to keep kids amused and adults happy
- Large natural wine selection
- Coconut sundae with dark chocolate, almond, and sea salt
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
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$$$$ | Tiergarten |
One of Germany's top restaurants, Facil is also one of the more relaxed of its class: the elegant, minimalist setting—it's in the fifth-floor courtyard of the Mandala Hotel, with exquisite wall panels and a glass roof that opens in summer—and impeccable service make this feel like something of an oasis in the busy city. Diners can count on a careful combination of modern takes on German classics and inspiration from across the globe, best sampled in the four- to eight-course set meals.
Potsdamer Str. 3, Berlin, Berlin, 10785, Germany
Known For
- Seasonal tasting menus with mainly regional ingredients
- Beautiful rooftop setting
- Extensive wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends
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$$$$ | Kreuzberg |
In a cozy wood-paneled room with a colorful mural of Berlin scenes along the wall and a sleek open kitchen, Austrian chef Sebastian Frank puts a creative spin on dishes from his native country. Vegetables (along with touches of meat and fish) become the stars of the show with innovative cooking techniques and a judicious use of herbs, many grown on his roof terrace, in a choice of five- or eight-course menus; each dish pairs perfectly with unique wines primarily from Eastern Europe.
Paul-Lincke-Ufer 44A, Berlin, Berlin, 10999, Germany
Known For
- Celeriac baked in salt dough and matured for 12 months
- Mushroom liver “foie gras” with apple balsam reduction
- Wonderful wine selection from the former Austro-Hungarian empire
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
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$$ | Mitte |
This lovely restaurant, hidden in a courtyard off a quiet residential street, is both elegant enough for a special occasion and homey enough to be a favorite local haunt. Local ingredients are used whenever possible on the inventive menu, and the restaurant is best known for its slow-cooked meats for two: choose pork or lamb, along with fresh vegetable-focused side dishes.
Bergstr. 22, Berlin, Berlin, 10115, Germany
Known For
- Beautiful setting with courtyard seating
- 12-hour slow-roasted Duroc pork
- Interesting craft cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$ | Prenzlauer Berg |
Under the tracks of the elevated U2 subway line is Berlin's most beloved sausage stand. Konnopke's is a family business that's been around since 1930 and, though there are several options on the menu, this place is famous for its currywurst, which is served on a paper tray with a plastic prong that can be used to spear the sauce-covered sausage slices; with French fries and a pilsner, this is one of the quintessential Berlin meals.
Schönhauser Allee 44b, Berlin, Berlin, 10435, Germany
Known For
- Much-loved currywurst with fries (there's also a vegan option)
- Throngs of people all day long
- Quick, cheap eats
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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$$$ | Charlottenburg |
This eatery makes culinary art from the Japanese snack, kushiage, breaded and fried skewers of meat, fish, and vegetables, accompanied by an array of colorful dipping sauces. The Kushinoya team uses a special cooking process to deep-fry the doughy exteriors of the skewered ingredients without letting them get oily, and offers at least 30 different skewers daily, using fresh, local ingredients. There's an interesting selection of beer and sake to go with your meal. Make sure to save room for the Japanese desserts, too.
Bleibtreustr. 6, Berlin, Berlin, 10623, Germany
Known For
- Kushiage (Japanese breaded, fried skewers of meat, seafood, and veggies)
- Interesting sake selection
- Upscale setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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$$$$ | Kreuzberg |
In their namesake restaurant on a side street in Kreuzberg, Dutch chefs Lode van Zuylen and Stijn Remi combine ingredients primarily from small producers in interesting ways—expect lots of dry-aged and cured fish and meat—in regularly changing four- or seven-course tasting menus. With a minimalist aesthetic inside, the focus remains on the beautifully plated food, along with the large wine list with lots of natural selections from across Europe.
Lausitzer Str. 25, Berlin, Berlin, 10999, Germany
Known For
- Head-to-tail preparations of fish and meat
- Stellar natural wine list
- Friendly, helpful service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch
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$ | Mitte |
This cozy Mitte spot has two different spaces: the bustling and sometimes drafty front room with high tables where walk-ins are seated, and a darker, more romantic back room for those who remember to reserve ahead—as you should. The short but well-thought-out menu includes small and large antipasti plates of grilled vegetables, olives, cheeses, and meats, as well as unusual pastas like a tagliatelle with crawfish in a lemon-mint sauce, or one with pine nuts and balsamic-roasted figs. Chestnut-filled ravioli with pears is a favorite in winter. The lunch menu, with an appetizer and a pasta dish for only €8.50, is a great deal, especially for the area.
Alte Schönhauserstr. 12, Berlin, Berlin, 10119, Germany
Known For
- Chestnut-filled ravioli with pears
- Affordable lunch specials
- Panna cotta
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Sun., No credit cards
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$ | Mitte |
In the renovated Ehemalige Jüdische Mädchenschule (Old Jewish Girls' School), this deli-style café serves delicious versions of Jewish deli standards along with regularly changing vegetable-based salads and mains. The space, with wood floors and tables and low, deep purple banquettes, is trendier than any traditional deli.
Auguststr. 11–13, Berlin, Berlin, 10117, Germany
Known For
- New York–style deli sandwiches, like Reubens and pastrami on rye
- Chicken liver brûlée with grilled challah
- New York cheesecake
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$$$$ | Prenzlauer Berg |
Intimate and effortlessly cool, this pint-size modern restaurant specializes in prix fixe menus showcasing creative plates using both local and European ingredients with an Asian touch, served alongside expertly mixed cocktails or inspired wine choices. Snag one of the tables if you’ve come with a group, but it’s most fun to sit on a bar stool near the kitchen where you can chat with the friendly staff and feel like a part of the action.
Pappelallee 29, Berlin, Berlin, 10437, Germany
Known For
- Small plates that change with the seasons
- Unusual ingredient combinations
- Relaxed, fun atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. No lunch Thurs., Fri., and Sat.