Restaurants in Berlin
Kreuzberg dishes up street food from spicy Turkish kebabs to Berlin's legendary Currywurst (curried sausage) at Curry 36. Devour aromatic Chinese noodle soup at Le Lamian in Friedrichshain, or head west to Charlottenburg for elegant French bistros like Le Piaf. In Mitte, centuries-old Zur Letzten Instanz serves classics like Berliner Eisbein (pork knuckles). Die Quadriga and Margaux star on Berlin's Michelin circuit. Most restaurants close at midnight. A tip of around 10% is standard.
Vox
Sushi in stylish surrounds
One of Berlin's most exciting restaurants, Vox far outshines any competition
within the surrounding Potsdamer Platz. With its culinary philosophy
combining Mediterranean and Asian cuisines, dishes might include Barbary
duck with mango chutney and what are commonly cited as Berlin's best sushi
platters. Service is smooth and attentive, while the stylish surroundings
attract a fashionable crowd.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 12:30-2:30pm; Daily 6:30pm-midnight
Address
2, Marlene-Dietrich-Platz, Berlin 10785
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 2553 1772
Margaux
Avant-garde classic
Sleek Margaux in the Mitte district is the star on Berlin's Michelin circuit.
Amber onyx walls and crisp white linen exude minimalist chic, while the mood
is upmarket without being stuffy. Michael Hoffmann impresses with
avant-garde interpretations of French classics, with dishes like glazed duck
breast with shallot cannelloni. Reservations are essential.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Sat 7pm-10.30pm
Address
78, Unter den Linden, Berlin 10117
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 2265 2611
Die Quadriga
Gourmet experience
A hushed atmosphere and smooth service define Die Quadriga at the
Brandenburger Hof in Charlottenburg. Crisp linen, cherry-wood panelling and
Art Nouveau flourishes exude sophistication. Finnish chef Sauli Kemppainen
marries flavours like Atlantic turbot and Tyrolean beef with fine wines;
there are 950 bottles to choose from.
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Opening Hours
Quadriga Lounge: daily 12pm-11pm; Quadriga Restaurant: Tue-Sat 7pm-11pm
Address
14, Eislebener Strasse, Berlin 10789
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 214 05 0
Paris Bar
Charming French bistro
Popular with theatregoers and socialites, the arty French bistro Paris Bar in
Charlottenburg lures diners with its inviting glow and non-stop buzz. Dark
wood tables and walls plastered with posters give the cramped restaurant a
shabby yet chic feel. Sharp-witted waiters bring Breton escargots, ruby-red
Bordeaux and pots of steaming bouillabaisse to the table. Reservations are
essential.
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Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-1am
Address
152, Kantstrasse, Berlin 10623
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 313 8052
Transport
Zoologischer Garten S-Bahn/U-Bahn
Zur Letzten Instanz
Berlin's oldest inn
Down a cobbled street, past the medieval city walls and there stands Zur
Letzten Instanz, Berlin's oldest tavern dating back to 1621. An inviting
glow and the smell of schnitzel draw diners into the wood-panelled tavern in
Mitte, where Napoleon reportedly once dined by the ceramic stove. The menu
is packed with carnivorous fare from blood sausage to pork knuckle.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Sat 12pm-11pm
Address
14-16, Waisenstrasse, Berlin 10179
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 242 5528
Riehmers
Habsburg delicacies
Overlooking a romantic Art Nouveau courtyard in Kreuzberg, Riehmers whisks
diners to Austria under Habsburg rule. Understated elegance sums up the
marble-floored interior, where candles flicker, smooth jazz plays and wine
bottles line the cream walls. It's an intimate setting for a tête-à-tête
over rich specialities like beer-cream schnitzel and wild boar goulash.
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Opening Hours
Tue-Sun 6pm-late (food until 11pm)
Address
9, Hagelberger Strasse, Berlin 10965
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 788 919 80
Schneeweiss
Alpine flavours
Entering Schneeweiss in Friedrichshain is like stepping into Narnia. This
ultramodern restaurant dazzles with its snowy white interior and crystalline
lights. Young trendies recline on white leather benches to sample nouvelle
German cuisine. There's a strong emphasis on alpine specialities like gooey
Käsespätzle (cheese noodles) and crisp apple strudel with vanilla
sauce.
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Opening Hours
Daily 11am-4pm & 6pm-11pm
Address
16, Simplonstrasse, Berlin 10245
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 2904 9704
Le Piaf
Alfresco dining
Le Piaf stands on the boulevard that sweeps up to the baroque palace Schloss
Charlottenburg. Draped in vines and roses, the enchanting terrace is perfect
for al fresco dining on warm summer evenings. The bistro is decorated with
rustic French elements from checked tablecloths to berets. Expect seasonal
specialities from braised rabbit to flavoursome bouillabaisse.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Sat 4.30pm-11.30pm
Address
60, Schlossstrasse, Berlin 14059
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 342 2040
Hasir
Tasty Turkish
A friendly welcome and spicy Turkish cuisine keep locals coming back to
Hasir, a family-run restaurant in the Mitte district. Terracotta walls and
copper vessels set the scene for aromatic dishes served with warm
kuver (flat bread). Flavoursome specialities include succulent
lamb shish kebabs and poached sea bass in garlicky tomato sauce.
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Opening Hours
Daily 11.30am-1am
Address
4, Oranienburger Strasse, Berlin 10178
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 2804 1616
Le Lamian
Chinese noodle soup
Virginal white walls and cube stools create the backdrop for authentic
Chinese staples at Le Lamian in Friedrichshain. Chefs demonstrate culinary
prowess in the show kitchen, skilfully twisting noodles and sending wafts of
spices across the restaurant. The speciality is aromatic noodle soup.
Feeling adventurous? Sample jellyfish in maotai or chicken feet with chilli
sauce.
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Opening Hours
Tue-Sun 6pm-11pm
Address
2, Simon-Dach-Strasse, Berlin 10245
Telephone
+49 (0) 176 2273 0491
Transport
Frankfurter Tor U-Bahn
Monsieur Vuong
Trendy Vietnamese
Long queues speak for the quality of the food at Monsieur Vuong, a cool
Vietnamese haunt in Mitte. The bustling atmosphere, avant-garde decor and
snappy service explain why it's always packed. Daily specials chalked on a
blackboard might include spicy glass noodles paired with meat or tofu.
Everything is delicious and prices are very reasonable.
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Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-12am
Address
46, Alte Schönhauser Strasse, Berlin 10119
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 9929 6924
Zum Nussbaum
Old-world Berlin tavern
Set in the cobbled streets of the medieval Nikolaiviertel, Zum Nussbaum wears
its 500-year history like a badge of honour. A single nut tree shades the
terrace facing the Nikolaikirche, Berlin's oldest church. The cheery waiters
serve hearty Berlin favourites such as Linseneintopf (lentil stew)
and Berliner Eisbein (pork knuckle) with sauerkraut.
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Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-2am
Address
3, Am Nussbaum, Berlin 10178
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 242 3095
Transport
Klosterstrasse U-Bahn
Curry 36
Legendary sausage stand
A Kreuzberg institution, Curry 36 is a tribute to Berlin's hallowed
Currywurst (curried sausage). The spicy aroma and the sizzle of
the sausages entice droves of hungry passers-by to this stand. The legendary
sausage is well worth the wait - doused in tomato sauce, dusted with curry
powder and served with a mound of fries.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 9am-4am; Sat 10am-4am; Sun 11am-3am
Address
36, Mehringdamm, Berlin 10961
Dada Falafel
Chickpea treat
A hole-in-the-wall joint in the trendy Scheunenviertel district, Dada Falafel
has carved a reputation for serving Berlin's tastiest falafel. With a flick
of the wrist, the chef artfully scoops the chickpea and herb mixture and
drops it into the bubbling oil. The fresh couscous, halloumi and syrupy
sweets are uniformly delicious.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 12.30pm-2am; Sat & Sun 12.30pm-3am
Address
132, Linienstrasse, Berlin 10115
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 2759 6927
Sumo
Sushi heavyweight
Feng shui-inspired Sumo is a magnet to hip Kreuzberg locals, who pile in for
delicious sushi, maki and soups before hitting the bars on Bergmannstrasse.
The gallery design reveals a sharp eye for detail with its aquarium,
tomato-red walls and exotic foliage. DJs spinning lounge tunes create a fun
atmosphere for dining with friends.
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Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-12am
Address
89, Bergmannstrasse, Berlin 10961
Telephone
+49 (0) 30 6900 4963
