Not in the Neighborhood.
But Delicious!
Berliners love to eat well—and even after work, we’re busy checking restaurants off our bucket list. Here are our most exciting recommendations:
Estelle
Modern European with seasonal, local ingredients
Estelle is a cozy spot in Berlin where simple, well-made dishes take center stage. The menu focuses on seasonal ingredients, and the atmosphere is relaxed—perfect for a casual lunch or a low-key dinner.
Kopenhagener Str. 12A
10437 Berlin
Wen Cheng 1
Hand‑pulled Chinese noodles and biang biang bowls with spicy, hearty toppings
Wen Cheng 1 is a busy Chinese noodle spot on Schönhauser Allee known for its hand‑pulled biang biang noodles and bold flavours. The focus is on authentic, thick Chinese noodles with spicy, savoury sauces, plus a few bao buns and meat or veggie options — simple, quick and satisfying.
Schönhauser Allee 65
10437 Berlin
Osmans Töchter
Homemade Turkish cuisine with heart
Osmans Töchter brings the modern cuisine of Istanbul to Berlin. Constant evolution is part of Osmans Töchter—just as it is in Turkish cuisine itself.
Pappelallee 15
10437 Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg
Die Feinbäckerei
Swabian cuisine in the heart of Berlin
In this cozy bakery in Schöneberg’s Akazienkiez, you’ll find delicious Swabian home-style cooking. The portions are generous, the salads fresh, and the value for money excellent.
Vorbergstraße 2
10823 Berlin
Niko Izakaya
Japanese bar-style setting
Niko Izakaya is a relaxed Japanese izakaya‑style spot on Brunnenstraße. It’s built around small plates meant to share with drinks — think grilled fish, pork belly, cabbage, sashimi and other seasonal bites with clear, focused flavours. The bar and intimate interior make it a quiet, informal place for dinner and sake with friends.
Brunnenstraße 73
13355 Berlin
Đistrict Một – Saigon Street Food
Authentic Vietnamese cuisine in a bold, colorful setting
Centrally located, it serves authentic dishes in a typical Asian street-style atmosphere—something you usually only find in Vietnam itself. The playful, over-the-top interior design brings Vietnamese culture to Berlin.
Rosenthaler Str. 62
10119 Berlin
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3 Schwestern
Café-restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and German cuisine.
Die 3 Schwestern offer an exceptional dining space in the Kunstquartier Bethanien. Breakfast is served only on Saturdays and Sundays, but on those days, the menu is especially extensive—even featuring a traditional Bavarian Weißwurst breakfast.
Kunsthaus Bethanien
Mariannenpl. 2
10997 Berlin
Wirtshaus Henne
Berlin’s go-to spot for roast chicken since 1908
Die Henne is a true Berlin institution—no frills, no fuss, just excellent cooking that draws fans from all over the city. Every piece of the original furnishings tells the story of the more than 100-year-old Alt-Berliner establishment. Here, you can enjoy irresistibly crispy young roast chickens in an iconic, historic setting.
Leuschnerdamm 25
10999 Berlin
Klinke
German tapas in a stylish setting
At Klinke, a laid-back, worldly bistro meets a down-to-earth neighborhood spot. The same balance carries through to the food: so-called “German tapas”—small, thoughtfully plated dishes designed for sharing.
Dresdener Str. 119
10999 Berlin-Kreuzberg
Gazzo Pizza
Good karma. Great vibes.
Gazzo is our favorite sourdough pizza spot in Neukölln. Through slow fermentation, German organic flour is transformed into some of the tastiest pizzas around.
Hobrechtstraße 57
12047 Berlin
Schneeweiß
Minimalist ambiance. Maximum culinary craft.
It’s not just the incredibly delicious Alpine-inspired cuisine that makes you feel at home—the crackling fireplace adds to the cozy atmosphere. In winter, it instantly evokes the feeling of a mountain lodge.
Simplonstraße 16
10245 Berlin
Knödelwirtschaft
Some things in life shouldn’t change—like the dumplings at Knödelwirtschaft
We love dumplings. At Knödelwirtschaft, it’s all about these delicious, round doughy treats. There’s of course semolina dumplings with apricot compote. Simply irresistible.
Fuldastraße 33
12045 Berlin
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Remi
Unpretentious with a flavor explosion!
Restaurateurs Remi and van Zuylen bring a modern take on the grand cafés of their Dutch homeland to Berlin. Their new spot, Remi, elevates simple dishes to perfection—making even a salad as exciting as a slice of cake.
Torstr. 48
10119 Berlin-Mitte
Pamfilya Restaurant
Turkish grill and döner with kebabs, pide and classic meze‑style dishes
Pamfilya is a casual Turkish grill and restaurant in Wedding. It’s known for traditional dishes like yaprak veal döner, kebabs, pide and other grilled plates. The vibe is laid‑back and busy — a reliable stop for a hearty meal
Luxemburger Str. 1
13353 Berlin
Otto
Modern German farm‑to‑table small plates
Otto is a small neighborhood restaurant in Prenzlauer Berg with a focus on seasonal, regional ingredients and thoughtful, shareable plates. The menu changes with what’s in season, often highlighting produce and meats from Brandenburg and paired with natural wines. It’s relaxed but precise, with an intimate setting and a clear interest in flavour and sustainability.
Oderberger Str. 56
10435 Berlin
Cocodrillo
Italian cuisine and wild design
Red velvet, neon tubes, a zebra rug on marble, hand-painted Italian crockery, posters of half-naked women—here, Italo-disco meets Hollywood and fantastic pasta. While the interior is certainly bold, the food takes a turn toward classic Italian cuisine.
Volkspark am Weinberg
Veteranenstraße 9
10119 Berlin
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Trio
German and Alpine classics in a casual bistro
Trio is a relaxed Central European restaurant in Berlin‑Mitte rooted in down‑to‑earth, home‑style cooking. The menu leans on German, Austrian and neighboring classics — hearty goulash, schnitzel, trout Müllerin, Königsberger Klopse and simple seasonal sides — served in a lively, bistro‑like setting.
Linienstraße 13
10178 Berlin
Zola
Trendy pizzeria with Italian pizzas to take away or enjoy on site
A small menu, insanely good pizzas, and with every bite of the Bufalina, Romana, or Margherita, you’re instantly transported to Italy.
Paul-Lincke-Ufer 39-40
10999 Berlin
Das Marktlokal
Freshly brewed beer, aperitifs & wine paired with seasonal, regional cuisine
In Sven Regener’s novel Herr Lehmann, set in Kreuzberg in the 1980s, the protagonist debates with the waitress of the former “Weltrestaurant” at the market hall about whether the crust on roast pork is overrated.
Pücklerstraße 34
10997 Berlin-Kreuzberg
Root
Insane location. Fascinating menus.
At ROOT, the focus is on unadulterated, high-quality ingredients and a creative approach to cooking. The menu draws from a variety of culinary experiences: alongside sushi specialties, the team serves dishes inspired by different parts of the world.
Im Telegraphenamt
Monbijoustraße 11
10117 Berlin-Mitte
Beuster Bar
Mussels and fries are always a good idea!
Anything goes here—you can just as easily order a four-course menu as a club sandwich. Guests might sip refined cocktails or simply enjoy one or two beers, entirely according to mood. The cocktails are exceptional, expertly mixed with fresh ingredients.
Weserstr. 32
12045 Berlin-Neukölln
Halo Bagels
Fresh hand‑rolled sourdough bagels
HALO Bagels is a casual bagel shop on Auguststraße in Mitte. They bake hand‑rolled sourdough bagels every day and serve them plain, with spreads, or as sandwich‑style bagels with toppings like pastrami, miso‑aubergine or smoked salmon. It’s simple, fresh and focused on good bagels to go.
Auguststraße 29c
10119 Berlin