Berlin is Germany's vibrant capital and largest city, renowned for its turbulent history, world-class museums, state-of-the-art art scene, and legendary nightlife. From the remnants of the Berlin Wall to the grandeur of the Brandenburg Gate, the city seamlessly blends its complex past with an innovative, forward-looking spirit. Berlin stands as one of Europe's most culturally rich and diverse metropolises.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Nobelhart & Schmutzig
One of Berlin's most celebrated restaurants, holding one Michelin star. Chef Billy Wagner's restaurant champions 'brutally local' cuisine - every ingredient comes from within Brandenburg, creating a hyper-seasonal 10-course tasting menu that changes constantly. The counter seating around the open kitchen creates an intimate, theatrical dining experience.
Friedrichstraße 218, 10969 Berlin
Rutz
Chef Marco Müller's two-Michelin-star restaurant is one of Germany's finest, combining outstanding German produce with precision technique and a world-class natural wine cellar. The seasonal tasting menus reflect Müller's creative interpretation of German flavours. The wine program, with over 1,000 labels focusing on natural wines, is extraordinary.
Chausseestraße 8, 10115 Berlin
Tim Raue
Chef Tim Raue's flagship two-Michelin-star restaurant is one of Germany's most creative, combining Asian flavour profiles (Japanese, Chinese, Thai) with European technique and produce. The food is bold, precise, and unlike anything else in Berlin. The striking minimalist interior on Rudi-Dutschke-Straße has become one of the city's dining landmarks.
Rudi-Dutschke-Straße 26, 10969 Berlin
Facil
A Michelin-starred oasis hidden inside the Mandala Hotel at Potsdamer Platz, Facil's dining room is a glass atrium surrounded by a bamboo garden. Chef Michael Kempf's Mediterranean-influenced cuisine is light, precise, and beautifully presented. The lunch set menu offers exceptional value for a Michelin-starred experience.
Potsdamer Str. 3, 10785 Berlin
Horvath
Chef Sebastian Frank's two-Michelin-star restaurant on the Landwehrkanal in Kreuzberg serves innovative Austrian-German cuisine with exceptional depth and originality. Frank is celebrated for his ability to create dishes that feel simultaneously classic and utterly modern. The canal terrace in summer is one of Berlin's finest dining settings.
Paul-Lincke-Ufer 44a, 10999 Berlin
Zur Letzten Instanz
Berlin's oldest restaurant, established in 1621 near the Nikolaiviertel. Napoleon, Beethoven, and Charlie Chaplin have all passed through these historic rooms. The menu focuses on hearty Berlin classics: pork knuckle (Eisbein), sauerkraut, and Berlin-style potato soup. The atmospheric wood-panelled rooms and tiled stoves preserve four centuries of history.
Waisenstraße 14-16, 10179 Berlin
Marjellchen
A rare restaurant specialising in East Prussian cuisine - dishes that would otherwise be almost impossible to find in Germany today. The warming recipes from the former German territories of Masuria and East Prussia are lovingly prepared in a cosy, intimate setting in Charlottenburg. The restaurant is a genuine culinary and historical experience.
Mommsenstraße 9, 10629 Berlin
Prater Garten
Berlin's oldest beer garden, established in 1837 in Prenzlauer Berg. The magnificent chestnut-tree garden holds over 600 seats and serves traditional German food alongside excellent draught beers from the adjacent Prater Brewery. A quintessential Berlin summer experience - families, locals, and visitors all gather under the trees from spring to autumn.
Kastanienallee 7-9, 10435 Berlin
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
German
Nobelhart & Schmutzig
Rutz
Tim Raue
Horvath
Zur Letzten Instanz
Marjellchen
Prater Garten
Henne Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus
Katz Orange
Curry 36
Konnopke's Imbiss
Brauhaus Lemke
Schwarzwaldstuben
Fischerhütte am Schlachtensee
Rutz Weinbar
Vegan
Kopps
Lucky Leek
Brammibal's Donuts
Katerschmaus
Beer Garden
Golgatha
Pfefferberg
French
Café Fleury
Bandol sur Mer
International Brunch
Roamers
W - Wühlischstraße
Japanese
Cocolo Ramen
Shiso Burger
Turkish
Defne
Mustafa's Gemüse Kebap
Beach Bar
Strandbar Mitte
Bistro
Zur Hilde
Café
Anna Blume
Classic Berlin Café
Café Kranzler
Craft Beer Pub
Hops & Barley
Craft Burgers
Burgeramt
International
Spindler & Klatt
Italian
Standard
Lebanese
Mamonia
Mediterranean
Facil
Thai
Mao Thai
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Tipping practices vary — check local customs. Service charge is often included.
Restaurants may close between lunch and dinner. Plan meals around local dining hours.
Popular restaurants may not take reservations — arrive early or be prepared to wait.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |