Aapka

Aapka serves great Indian food in Mitte. Delicious creamy curries and grilled meat dishes are guaranteed. Try their eponymous Aapka beer!

• Web:

  www.aapka.de

• Address:

  Kastanienallee 50, Berlin-Mitte

• Phone:

  +49 30 44 01 04 94

• Opening hours:

  Daily noon–11pm

• More info:

  Kastanienallee close to Rosenthaler Platz is an excellent place to find cafes, bars and restaurants.

Berliner Republik

Enjoy Berlin specialities and classics in an old-school Berlin ambience until early morning in Berliner Republik — a vibrant riverside pub. Choose from 18 kinds of draught beer from all over Germany.

• Web:

  www.die-berliner-republik.de

• E-mail:

  info@die-berliner-republik.de

• Address:

  Schiffbauerdamm 8, Berlin-Mitte

• Phone:

  +49 30 30 87 22 93

• Opening hours:

  Daily 11am–late

Brauhaus Südstern

Brauhaus Südstern (South Star Brewery) combines the lively atmosphere of a tavern, brewery, and restaurant, complemented by an inviting outdoor beer garden. Choose from a selection of hearty dishes and schnitzels, or opt for a buffet — ideal for larger gatherings. Consider booking a guided tour with the master brewer, who offers not just a taste of various rich hoppy beers but also shares insights into the nuanced distinctions between them. For the schedule of live music events, visit the official website.

• Web:

  brauhaus-suedstern.de

• Address:

  Hasenheide 69, Berlin-Kreuzberg

• Phone:

  +49 30 69 00 16 24

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri from 5pm, Sat from 2pm, Sun closed

Brechts Steakhaus

Brechts Steakhaus offers a modern steakhouse experience in a prime Berlin-Mitte location overlooking the River Spree. The restaurant specialises in high-quality, dry-aged steaks from grass-fed Irish cattle, prepared to highlight their tenderness and nutty flavour. The elegant, backlit bar and spacious riverside terrace provide a sophisticated setting for a special occasion. While steak is the clear focus, the menu is balanced out with creative salads, homemade sauces and vegetarian options, making it a versatile choice for a refined meal with a view.

• Web:

  brechts.de/en

• Address:

  Schiffbauerdamm 7, Berlin-Mitte

• Phone:

  +49 30 27572037

Curry 36 — Bahnhof Zoo

Curry 36 is a Berlin classic. Order delicious wurst (sausage) with sweet curry sauce and add some fries to make it even better. Perfect for a quick bite. There are four Curry 36's in Berlin: on Mehringdamm, at Bahnhof Zoo, Hauptbahnhof and S-Bahnhof Warschauer Straße

• Web:

  curry36.de/de/places/bahnhof-zoo

• Address:

  Hardenbergplatz 9, Berlin-Charlottenburg

• Phone:

  +49 30 31 99 29 92

• Opening hours:

  Daily 8am–5am

Die Henne

The legendary Henne on Kreuzberg’s Leuschnerdamm is a real Berlin institution. Berliners love it especially for the best chicken in town. The oldest restaurant in the city has existed since 1621 and is now a culinary landmark. In a pub tradition going back more than a century, this was a place for persecuted Social Democrats to meet during the Nazi era and the guests watched the Wall be built right outside its doors.

• Web:

  www.henne-berlin.de/eng

• Address:

  Alt Berliner Wirtshaus Henne, Leuschnerdamm 25, Berlin-Kreuzberg

• Phone:

  +49 30 614 77 30

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 5pm–10pm, Mon closed

An einem Sonntag im August

An einem Sonntag im August is a long-standing cafe and bar in Prenzlauer Berg. Stop by for their traditional inexpensive brunch for just €5, have a coffee while reading a book or visit in the evening for drinks and the DJ playing tunes until late at night. Unbeatable for Berlin standards!

• Web:

  www.an-einem-sonntag-im-august.de

• E-mail:

  info@cafe-sonntag.de

• Address:

  Kastanienallee 103, Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg

• Phone:

  +49 30 44 05 12 28

• Opening hours:

  Mon noon–3am, Tue–Thu 1pm–3am, Fri & Sat 1pm–5am, Sun 1pm–3am

• Subway:

  U Eberswalder Straße

Berghain & Panorama Bar

Inside the abandoned power plant you’ll find not one, but two clubs. Berghain is one of the most well-known in the world, sometimes dubbed 'the church of Techno'. Panorama Bar offers a slightly lighter atmosphere and plays all variations of house music. Be prepared for long lines, top-notch music played through the best audio system imaginable, and a party that doesn't stop until late morning. Definitely an experience of a lifetime. Berghain bouncers are strict. They tend to dislike big groups, loud laughter in the queue and phones. Be cool and discreet, and don't wear your best clothes.

• Web:

  www.berghain.berlin/en

• Address:

  Am Wriezener Bahnhof, Berlin-Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

• Opening hours:

  Fri 10pm–6am, Sat 11:59pm–noon, Sun 24 hours, Mon midnight–6am

• More info:

  Cash only

Berlin Icebar

Berlin Icebar is a winter wonderland all year round — everything, from the walls to the seats to the glass that holds your drink, is crafted from ice. For the most relaxing experience, you can book a tour that includes three drink tokens and a cosy jacket and gloves to keep you warm.

• Web:

  berlinicebar.com

• E-mail:

  hello@berlinicebar.com

• Address:

  Spandauer Straße 2, Berlin-Mitte

• Phone:

  +49 30 2349 70 28

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 5pm–midnight, Sat & Sun 4pm–midnight

Dicke Wirtin

Dicke Wirtin is a proper German pub with many beers on tap, ridiculous house schnapps, honest prices and authentic regional cuisine. Schmalz-based small bites will keep you going till late. Wood panelling and an abundance of small knick-knacks create a cosy atmosphere.

• Web:

  dicke-wirtin.de/en

• E-mail:

  post@dicke-wirtin.de

• Address:

  Carmerstraße 9, Berlin-Charlottenburg

• Phone:

  +49 30 312 49 52

• Subway:

  S Savignyplatz

DSTRKT (formerly Anomalie)

The famed venue on Storkower Straße has reopened under new management, now run by the team behind HIVE Festival. Once again, it offers music, arts and nightlife events of all kinds, exhibitions, creative workshops, sports and various other leisure activities. Come here for some of the most spectacular visual design on Berlin’s club scene. DSTRKT also arranges film screenings and open-air parties.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/dstrkt_berlin

• Address:

  Storkower Straße 123, Berlin-Pankow

Holzmarkt 25

Holzmarkt 25 is a curious experiment: what if a city allowed a new quarter to be built by the nightclub owners who put on the best parties in town? The result is a delightful hodgepodge of artistic buildings with spaces for entertainment, food and drinks, plus lots of semi-private nooks by the river. Best enjoyed in the summer and on sunny days.

• Web:

  www.holzmarkt.com

• Address:

  Holzmarktstraße 25, Berlin-Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

• Opening hours:

  Daily 9am–late

Berliner Kaffeerösterei Ku'damm

Experience the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans and try out any of the 100 varieties in one of the last private coffee roasters in Germany. The glass windows into the chocolate shop let you watch the master chefs make cakes and chocolate specialities and you can get your day off to a good start with breakfast in the cafe library.

• Web:

  www.berliner-kaffeeroesterei.de

• E-mail:

  kontakt@berliner-kaffeeroesterei.de

• Address:

  Uhlandstraße 173, Berlin-Charlottenburg

• Phone:

  +49 30 88 67 79 20

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 9am–8pm, Sun 10am–7pm

Café Restaurant Jolesch

Fine Austrian cuisine and pastries in a wonderful atmosphere with its own wine shop and cakes to take away. The deep-coloured dining rooms with large artworks envelop you in a feeling of cosiness.

• Web:

  www.jolesch.de/en

• E-mail:

  mail@jolesch.de

• Address:

  Muskauer Straße 1, Berlin-Kreuzberg

• Phone:

  +49 30 612 35 81

• Opening hours:

  Daily 5pm–10pm

Café Rix

Café Rix is a relaxed café-restaurant in a beautiful converted dance hall. Drop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or just to sip a cup of coffee while reading your favourite book. The cafe also hosts art events both inside and in their cosy garden.

• Web:

  www.das-rix.de

• Address:

  Karl-Marx-Straße 141, Berlin-Neukölln

• Phone:

  +49 30 220136992

• Subway:

  U Karl-Marx-Straße

Café Sibylle

Sibylle is a café and museum with a permanent exhibition on the history of Karl-Marx-Allee with its Communist-era 'workers’ palaces'.

• Web:

  www.cafe-sibylle.org

• E-mail:

  info@cafe-sibylle.com

• Address:

  Karl-Marx-Allee 72, Berlin-Friedrichshain

• Phone:

  +49 30 326 651 01

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Sun 10am–6pm, Mon & Tue closed

Cafe Vux

Cafe Vux serves Brazilian-inspired vegan cuisine in an understated, clean space with a wall of framed pictures. Everything they cook is vegan, homemade and fresh. Stop by for cakes, waffles, steamed bao buns and light meals.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/vuxcoffee

• E-mail:

  hello@vux-berlin.com

• Address:

  Wipperstraße 14, Berlin-Neukölln

Coffee Pony

Coffee Pony is a recent addition to Berlin's coffee scene. Friendly and charismatic staff, fast WiFi, great food and even better coffee. Their Spanish-style cortado with condensed milk is an absolute must-try.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/thecoffeepony

• Address:

  Richard-von-Weizsäcker-Platz 4, Berlin-Schöneberg

• Phone:

  +49 176 2277 87 99

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat & Sun 9am–7pm

• Subway:

  S Julius-Leber-Brücke