Berlin burger joint in converted public toilet beneath U-Bahn tracks in Kreuzberg. Quirky location, excellent burgers, late-night hours, cult following. Try the Meisterburger with special sauce.
Burgermeister at Oberbaumstraße 8 in Berlin-Kreuzberg occupies one of the city's most unusual dining premises: a converted 19th-century public toilet pavilion built directly beneath the Oberbaumbrücke elevated railway. The turreted green kiosk, wedged between the bridge pillars above and the Spree riverbank, has become a recognisable landmark in its own right and a cult address in Berlin's burger scene. The menu is compact — burgers, fries, and a small range of soft drinks — with the Meisterburger (double patty, special sauce, pickles, and cheese) as the signature. Quality is a step above most fast-food operations: the patties are grilled fresh, the buns are seeded and slightly sweet, and the sauce is proprietary. Fries are thin and properly salted. Prices are low: a full meal costs around €10 to €13. The stand is open until 3 AM daily, which makes it an important anchor of the Kreuzberg late-night food circuit alongside Curry 36 (a short walk away). Seating is limited to outdoor ledges and a small area beneath the railway arch; eating standing up is the norm. No table service, no reservations. The location on the Spree is scenic — particularly on summer nights when the riverside fills with people.
Signature dishes
- Meisterburger — $8
- Cheeseburger — $6.50
Good to know
- Hours
- Daily 11:00 AM - 3:00 AM
- Reservations
- Walk-in
Location
Oberbaumstraße 8, 10997 Berlin
52.4996, 13.4460 View on map
Highlights
- Cult Berlin burger stand in a converted Victorian toilet pavilion under the Oberbaumbrücke railway
- Signature Meisterburger with double patty, special sauce, pickles, and cheese
- Open until 3 AM daily — a key stop on the Kreuzberg late-night food circuit
- Riverside location beside the Spree with outdoor seating and railway arch atmosphere
- Full meal under €13 — one of Berlin's best value street burgers
Tips for visiting
- Visit after 11 PM on weekends to see the stand at its most atmospheric — riverside, late-night, lively
- The Meisterburger is the signature; first-time visitors should not deviate from it
- Fries are thin and good — always order them alongside the burger
- Pair a visit with nearby Curry 36 on Mehringdamm for a comprehensive Berlin street food evening
Accessibility
The stand is at street level on the pavement beneath the railway. The approach from Oberbaumstraße is flat. Counter service is at standing height. The riverside area has no indoor space and limited formal seating.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is Burgermeister?
The stand is at Oberbaumstraße 8, beneath the Oberbaum bridge railway arches on the bank of the Spree River in Kreuzberg. The nearest U-Bahn station is Schlesisches Tor (U1).
What are the opening hours?
Burgermeister is open daily from 11 AM to 3 AM, making it one of the few quality food options in Berlin open at this hour.
Is there indoor seating?
No — the stand is outdoor only with limited ledge seating under the railway arch. Eating standing is normal. The riverside setting is part of the experience.
Is it just a tourist spot or do locals go?
Both — locals in Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain are regulars, particularly in the late-night hours. The cult reputation brings visitors, but the quality of the burgers maintains a local clientele.