Berlin
in Germany

You would never expect Berlin's best Japanese restaurant to be hidden behind the graffiti'ed glass of an old drug store. 893 Ryōtei embodies excellence in food quality while maintaining an unpretentious nature. From exceptionally fresh fish to exciting cocktails, 893 Ryōtei delivers part of the dining experience. 

Acid is an ideal pit stop after a morning checking out the cluster of boutique clothing and design shops on Alte Schönhauser Strasse. Warm wooden interiors act as a cosy backdrop to a shop that is serious about pastries. Knotted cardamom buns are served on metal plates and monthly specials include cream-stuffed Roman-inspired marritozi or pain Suisse filled with almond custard and Tanzanian chocolate. The Basque cheesecake is also a winner – grab a slice and enjoy some of the best people watching in Berlin. 

If you manage to grab a spot on the highly coveted bench outside this Kreuzberg bakery, you’ll see a stream of tattoo-covered locals stopping by for a coffee and a loaf of sourdough. The carrot cake comes highly recommended with an excellent cake-to-icing ratio (two layers of decadent cream cheese frosting with roasted walnuts dispersed throughout). Grab a bag of Albatross’s peanut-butter laced granola on your way out to level up your morning routine.  

Fashion, furniture and art all in one place. Andreas Murkudis is a chic, innovative shop that keeps even the coolest of the cool in Berlin at the forefront of style.

Anima is arguably one of Berlin's coolest spots. In the mornings, it's a superior place to drink iced crafted coffee by the river and in the afternoon, the ideal spot for an improvised hangout. After noon, Anima becomes a rad wine bar with an elite menu, dreamy for a late lunch date. By night, expect nothing less than a groovy listening bar with cocktails like "Peanut Butter Jelly Old Fashioned" and "Spicy Beetroot Mezcalita". The perfect blend of serenity, vinyl players, wine, a hip crowd and irresistible snacks. 

For the best urban bathing, spend an afternoon at Badeschiff. Relax on the wooden lounge deck or sandy beach, but be sure to arrive early, as it fills up quickly on sunny days.

Bandol sur Mer is an elegant modern French bistro serving fresh, innovative dishes. Ever popular with Berliners, it's ideal for fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Can't get a table? Try their sister restaurant next door.

Sometimes you just need your fix of aperitivo, and Bar Milano is here to care for you. Serving the classic Italian drinks and snacks, Bar Milano is the perfect spot to start your night - or end it too. 

While the menu is constantly changing, Barra's relationships with their suppliers stay consistent. Focusing on thoughtfully-crafted meals, Barra takes a slow approach to cooking, making a name for themselves in the Berlin food scene.

Berlinische Galerie is one of the city's major modern art hubs. Displays range from photography and three-dimensional installations to changing exhibitions of stained glass, stunning textiles and embroidery, and an array of thought-provoking video art. Head to this sleek gallery as you waltz by the quaint streets of Kreuzberg. 

What does the perfect wine bar need to have? The perfect snack menu. There's no shortage of great selections on Beuster Bar's menu, ahem, two types of chips and focaccia. Winter or summer, they have you covered inside and out!

Berlin is a carnival of pleasure, and Bikini Berlin is a carnival within a carnival. This 'concept shopping mall' is so much more than what you see in American movies; it's got everything from fab stores to great restaurants to excellent design.

Blanc de Fuck is the perfect Saturday night plan or Friday's after-office unwind. A small, laidback wine bar that serves natural wines from all over the globe and is enthusiastic about pairing them with olives, sourdough, salted butter, plenty of cheese and ham... you name it.

This hidden oasis is the place for coffee lovers. But it doesn't stop there, the pastries from the best French pastry chef in town are out of this world. It's a match made in heaven. 

With nearly two hundreds years of excellence in the Berlin food scene, Borchardt offers a historic dining experience. Classic German dishes are paired with the best of imported ingredients, a tradition for the restaurant. The history of notable guests is not an element of the past, be prepared to dine with the who's who of Berlin. 

The best brunch in Berlin? Gloobles Friend, Roxy, says so! Cafe Mugrabi ticks all of the boxes, from delicious Levant cuisine to fresh pastries, be sure to start your day in Berlin here. 

Craving something sweet after a cocktail? Cake Bar offers just that - cake and cocktails all at once. This relaxed bar is perfect for a casual night of drinks with your friends. Make sure to check it out and don't forget the cake! 

Walk in only, Chungking Noodles is worth the hype. The menu is small, the portions far from it. Offering the yummiest of hand-stretched noodles, choose your dressing, perhaps a little side of the spicy tofu curd, and then you're all set for the juiciest, flavoursome, slurpable meal of all.

Clärchens Ballhaus is an iconic dance hall & beer garden located in the middle of Mitte’s smart gallery district that gives you a taste of Berlin nightlife of a different era. Check out the website for their agenda.

It is a bit kitsch, sure, but that doesn't mean it's not good. CODA's culinary ethos centres on sweet, with dessert pushing savoury dishes out as dining's new protagonist.

As stated in the name, Companion is arguably Berlin’s finest and friendliest espresso shop and tea house. Started by two barista's Shawn Barber & Chris Onton, Companion has a well-established foundation in the Berlin tea and coffee scene. Additionally, housed in a converted bookshop, the vibe is just perfect to sip and enjoy. The teas for sale are just an added bonus!

The name may be silly, but this popular but well hidden restaurant excels when it comes to innovative vegetarian food. The entrance is down the service alley of the Westin Grand Hotel (past the chandelier, ring the bell). Grab an aperitif at Cookies Bar before dinner.

CORDO is a phenomenal hidden gem we simply can't get enough of. The kitchen team serves a stellar German tasting menu. Choose between 3, 5 or 8 courses.

There's nothing quite like a loaf of fresh bread: from the smell to the satisfying crunch of the crust, and the bouncy doughy middle. And Domberger Bread Factory loafs are truly quite exceptional. From pretzels, focaccia, and some sweet treats alongside all the classics; breakfast is sorted.