1. burgermeister
Burgermeister is a Berlin institute. This Burgermekka is to be found in Kreuzberg located underneath the tramrails. This is the place to get your ultimate fresh burger. From the late afternoon until early in the morning there's a line of tourists and locals that can't wait to purchase their order from the Burgermeister. Dinner is served at one of the bartables that are practically on the main road. For the fans of spices, go for the chili burger!
Kreuzberg - Oberbaumstrasse 8 - U1 Schlesisches Tor
Kreuzberg - Oberbaumstrasse 8 - U1 Schlesisches Tor
2. brunch in friedrichshain
Start your hangover sunday in Friedrichshain with a brunch. Prepare yourself for the crowds as a brunch on sunday is a typical thing to do for the locals. Kuchenrausch is the place to be, but in general any place is worth the try around Boxhangener Platz.
Friedrichshain - Boxhagener Platz - Ubahn Frankfurter Tor
Friedrichshain - Boxhagener Platz - Ubahn Frankfurter Tor
3. brooklyn beef club
This is a place for the meat lovers! The owner has first invested in his skills in Brooklyn NY . After that he took the concept and deplyed it in Berlin. Result: Great beef from the USA , prepared American Style!
Next to meat , this place also has Whiskey in abundance. We recommend the Steak Tartare as an appetizer.
Kreuzberg - Kopernicker Strasse 92 - Ubahn Markiches Museum
Next to meat , this place also has Whiskey in abundance. We recommend the Steak Tartare as an appetizer.
Kreuzberg - Kopernicker Strasse 92 - Ubahn Markiches Museum
4. ula berlin
At ULA Berlin you can expect the unexpected . Miso soup, cold sake and mashed potatoe with wasabi. It's no fusion, all meals are authentic Japanese. Chef Nakashima receives a lot of guests from the celebrity circuit. The regular visitors especially dig the sushi and vegetable meals. The perfect Japanese entourage and the great variety of Sake complete your Japanese night!
Penzlauer Berg - Anklamer Strasse 8, 10115 Berlin, S Bahn Nordbahnhof
Penzlauer Berg - Anklamer Strasse 8, 10115 Berlin, S Bahn Nordbahnhof
5. mogg & melzer
Mogg & Melzer serves sandwiches Pastrami , and does this very well. They are doing this in such a way that all the expats who miss their richly filled sandwiches flock to M & M. Their homemade Pastrami is a big hit in Berlin!
At the border of Penzlauer Berg - Auguststrasse 11 - 13, 10117 Berlin, U Bahn 6 Oranienburger Tor
At the border of Penzlauer Berg - Auguststrasse 11 - 13, 10117 Berlin, U Bahn 6 Oranienburger Tor
6. pauly saal
Pauly Saal serves the so called 'landkuche' . This means that the chefs solely cook with products that grow at the local farms. This formula has been a big hit outside Berlin, but it took a while before the landkuche got feet on the ground in the German capital. Pauly Saal changed this by combining traditional food with a cosmopolitan vibe, and it works!
At the border of Penzlauer Berg - Auguststrasse 11 - 13, 10117 Berlin, U Bahn 6 Oranienburger Tor
At the border of Penzlauer Berg - Auguststrasse 11 - 13, 10117 Berlin, U Bahn 6 Oranienburger Tor
7. cafe krone
Cafe Krone is a relaxed place for lunch. For approximately €10 one can get a coffee with flamkuchen und salat. During the weekends lunch is served with some nice live music. Especially the vega lovers, should pay this spot a visit.
Penzlauer Berg, U2 Eberswalde Strasse, Oderberger 38 Berlin
Penzlauer Berg, U2 Eberswalde Strasse, Oderberger 38 Berlin
8. aunt benny
Want to grab a lunch/breakfast between locals? Then Aunt Benny (owned by two Canadians) is the place to go. The home made bananabread, salades, pie, and slick decoration add up to the best place for lunch in Friedrichshain.
Friedrichshain, U5 Frankfurter Allee, Oderstrasse 7
Friedrichshain, U5 Frankfurter Allee, Oderstrasse 7
9. gastro ralley
Gastro Ralley is a Berlin initiative, and one of the nicest ways to get acquainted with culinary Berlin. A Guide who knows the ins and outs of food in Berlin takes you on a tour alongside the culinary hotspots. Once in the restaurant, the local chefs will make their appearance on the table and will explain the menu's.
Gastro Ralley, Henrik Tidefjard, Bornholmer Strasse 4, D 10439, Berlin +49 1603872264
Gastro Ralley, Henrik Tidefjard, Bornholmer Strasse 4, D 10439, Berlin +49 1603872264
10. imbiss konnopke
Done with the Bio Yoghurts and home made bread? Berlin and Germany are known for their currywurst and beers, and Imbiss Konnopke the Germans honour their wurstl roots. Don't be surprised if you meet some construction workers in the early moring eating Wurst and drinking their big lints of beer. This Imbiss is one of the oldest in the city and is still very popular.
Penzlauer Berg - Schonhauser Allee 44B and 'Heinersdorf' in Romain Rolland Strasse 16
Penzlauer Berg - Schonhauser Allee 44B and 'Heinersdorf' in Romain Rolland Strasse 16
11. cookies cream (vega)
Cookies cream is THE vega hotspot in Berlin. Weekly menu's guarantee absolute freshness. Make sure you make a reservation, because Vega is MEGA in Berlin. If you like to dance after dinner this is the right place ... Cookie Cream is also a night club!
Mitte - Cookies Cream, 55 Behrenstrasse 10117
Mitte - Cookies Cream, 55 Behrenstrasse 10117
12. die turnhalle
Dining in a Gymnastics hall! The rings are still hanging on the ceiling. Both for breakfast and dinner this is very nice place. We especially recommend the pizza from the traditional wood oven!
Holteistrasse 6, 10245 Berlin, Friedrichshain +493029364816
Holteistrasse 6, 10245 Berlin, Friedrichshain +493029364816
13. yum cha heroes
Yum Cha Heroes is the undoubted dumpling king in Berlin. Please book your table as this place is super hyped by students and expats in Mitte.
Weinbergsweg 8, D-10119 Berlin Mitte
Weinbergsweg 8, D-10119 Berlin Mitte
14. noto
This classic place serves modern dishes with a focus on season- and fish products. This combined with a friendly staff makes it to the perfect bistro that never fails to deliver. The name NOTO (NOrth of TOrstrasse) is New York inspired after SOHO...
Torstrasse 173, 10115 Berlin-Mitte, +49 30 200 95387
Torstrasse 173, 10115 Berlin-Mitte, +49 30 200 95387
15. kimchi princess
Kimchi Princess: This Korean BBQ attracts the hipsters from Kreuzberg . The place has an energetic vibe and is the perfect spot to have casual dinner with a group of friends to kick off your night out in Kreuzberg. Tip: Share the big hot pots and prepare your own kimchi at the table.
Skalitzer Strasse 36 / 10999 Berlin Kreuzberg
Skalitzer Strasse 36 / 10999 Berlin Kreuzberg
16. bandol
Bandol is a mini French bistro. It's a simple and honest concept, which is focused around quality in their dishes. Nice fact is that this is Brad Pitt's favorite place when he's in Berlin!
Torstrasse 167 - 10115 Berlin - 00493067302051
Torstrasse 167 - 10115 Berlin - 00493067302051