Berlin Restaurants

Berlin has plenty of unassuming neighborhood restaurants serving old-fashioned German food but happily, the dining scene in this thriving city has expanded to incorporate all sorts of international cuisine, as well as healthier, more contemporary versions of the German classics.

As in many other destinations around the world, eating locally sourced and organic food is more and more the rage in Berlin. Restaurants now understand that although they could import ingredients from other European countries, there are plenty of fresh farm resources closer to home. Look for the name Brandenburg, for instance, before Ente (duck) or Schwein (pork) on a menu–-it's the rural area just outside of Berlin. In spring, definitely look for the weisser Spargel, white asparagus from nearby Beelitz, which is all the rage, showing up as a main course with a variety of sauces, in pastas, soups, and even desserts.

When it comes to international cuisine, Berlin options run the gamut. Italian food is abundant, from relatively mundane pizza and pasta establishments to restaurants offering specific regional Italian delicacies. Asian restaurants, in particular, are popular, as is Turkish food, especially the beloved döner shops selling pressed lamb or chicken in flat-bread pockets with a variety of sauces and salads—always great for a quick meal, and a perennial late-night favorite. Wurst, especially Currywurst—curry-flavored pork sausage served with a mild curry ketchup—is also popular if you're looking for a quick meal on the go.

Old-fashioned German and especially Berlin cuisine is getting harder to find these days, as most restaurants aim to attract customers by reinventing the classics in the so-called Neue Deutsche Küche (new German cuisine) movement. But real, old Berlin classics are still lurking around town if you know where to look. Berlin's most traditional four-part meal is Eisbein (pork knuckle), always served with sauerkraut, pureed peas, and boiled potatoes. Other old-fashioned Berlin dishes include Rouladen (rolled, stuffed beef), Spanferkel (suckling pig), Berliner Schüsselsülze (potted meat in aspic), Hackepeter (ground beef), and Berliner Leber (calves' liver with cooked apples and onions).

Weekend brunch buffets are popular in Berlin and restaurants all over the city get crowded with patrons lingering over the meals.

It's worth noting that Berlin is known for its curt, slow service, except at high-end restaurants. Also keep in mind that many of the top restaurants are closed Sunday, and sometimes Monday as well.

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  • 1. 893 Ryotei

    $$$ | 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
    030-9170–3121

    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
  • 2. Barra

    $$ | 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
    030-8186–0757

    Known For

    • Medium-sized plates to share
    • Comprehensive natural wine list
    • Communal dining

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No lunch
  • 3. BRLO Brwhouse

    $$ | 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
    030-5557–7606

    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.
  • 4. Café Einstein Stammhaus

    $$$$ | 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
    030-263–9190

    Known For

    • Shady garden behind the villa
    • Apple strudel with vanilla sauce
    • Outdoor seating in a beautiful courtyard
  • 5. Clärchens Ballhaus

    $$ | 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
    030-55578–5440

    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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  • 6. CODA

    $$$$ | 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
    030-9149–6396

    Known For

    • Small-plate "desserts" using natural flavors
    • Intimate, open-kitchen atmosphere
    • Superlative, unusual cocktails

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch
  • 7. Cookies Cream

    $$$$ | 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
    030-6807–30448

    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
  • 8. Curry 36

    $ | 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
    030-251–7368

    Known For

    • Berlin's most famous currywurst
    • Vegan currywurst for non-meat eaters
    • Late-night eats (open till 5 am)
  • 9. Die Henne

    $ | 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
    030-614–7730

    Known For

    • Scrumptious fried chicken
    • Front-yard beer garden
    • Charming historic setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
  • 10. Distrikt Coffee

    $ | Mitte

    Known for having one of the best breakfasts in Berlin (think avocado toast and toasted brioche with berry preserves), the filtered coffee at Distrikt is far from an afterthought, with beans chosen from some of Europe's top roasteries. Tea lovers aren't left out with a fine selection from Kreuzberg's Companion Coffee & Tea, served up with a scrumptious choice of cakes.

    Bergstr. 68, Berlin, Berlin, 10115, Germany
    030-5459–4033

    Known For

    • Breakfast served every day till 4 pm (and till 5 pm on Sunday)
    • Instagrammable brick-walled interiors
    • Hipsters waiting outside
  • 11. Einsunternull

    $$$$ | 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
    030-2757–7810

    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
  • 12. Estelle Dining

    $ | 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
    030-4401–2036

    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.
  • 13. Facil

    $$$$ | 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
    030-5900–51234

    Known For

    • Seasonal tasting menus with mainly regional ingredients
    • Beautiful rooftop setting
    • Extensive wine list

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed weekends
  • 14. Horváth

    $$$$ | 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
    030-6128–9992

    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
  • 15. Katz Orange

    $$ | 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
    030-9832–08430

    Known For

    • Beautiful setting with courtyard seating
    • 12-hour slow-roasted Duroc pork
    • Interesting craft cocktails

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch
  • 16. Konnopke's Imbiss

    $ | 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
    030-442–7765

    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.
  • 17. Kushinoya

    $$$ | 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
    030-3180–9897

    Known For

    • Kushiage (Japanese breaded, fried skewers of meat, seafood, and veggies)
    • Interesting sake selection
    • Upscale setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 18. Lode & Stijn

    $$$$ | 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
    030-6521–4507

    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
  • 19. Mädchenitaliener

    $ | 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
    030-4004–1787

    Known For

    • Chestnut-filled ravioli with pears
    • Affordable lunch specials
    • Panna cotta

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch Sun., No credit cards
  • 20. Markthalle Neun

    $ | Kreuzberg

    Thanks to the efforts of local activists, this century-old market hall was saved from becoming a chain supermarket and instead turned into a center for local food vendors, chefs, wine dealers, and brewers. From Monday to Saturday, a large and rotating variety of food and drink is on offer for lunch and all afternoon; Tuesday to Saturday finds the weekly market with tempting food products for sale, from fruits and vegetables to bread and fish (with an expanded market on Friday and Saturday); and the space also hosts a dazzling array of rotating events, so it's best to check what's on before heading there.

    Eisenbahnstr. 42/43, Berlin, Berlin, 10997, Germany
    030-6107–3473

    Known For

    • Tasty and varied food choices from local entrepreneurs, from barbecue to crepes to Turkish dumplings
    • A fun, hipster scene
    • A good selection of beer, wine, and coffee

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

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