As you walk in through the doors of Grill Royal, you are greeted with the elegance that this steakhouse is renowned for. The wood furnishing, artworks on the wall and hues of brown and cream that this place is covered in gives it a sophisticated look. Located on the northern banks of the Spree River, the terrace offers beautiful views of the gently flowing waters as you dine. Delicious steaks come complemented by wines, beers or cocktails of your choice. The prices are on the steep side, but a dinner here is sure to be a trendy and memorable one.
As blessed as Germany is with some achingly excellent restaurants, the culinary journey is incomplete without visiting Ernst. Located in the neighborhood of Wedding, Ernst, more often referred to as an "experience" than as a restaurant, has only twelve seats, making it arguably the most difficult restaurant to get into. They serve you over 30 delicacies, all prepared and plated in front of you. Beverage pairings are available at an extra cost. The decor is minimalist in order for your focus to be completely on the excellent food. Chef Dylan-Watson Brawn and his team are Michelin awardees, having been accorded one Michelin star, and the restaurant has been highly recommended by critics and travel guides alike. Bookings are full for months, so it is advisable to purchase tickets well in advance. The quality of the food is of the highest order, the atmosphere is very homely and the staff make you feel welcome in their kitchen and are happy to answer your questions.
Perched on the 5th floor, this restaurant features a pleasant and soothing setting that is sure to calm your mind and soul. The restaurant is surrounded by a bamboo forest and features dim lighting and gracefully set tables, making it a great option for a romantic outing. The cuisine is artfully plated and features a myriad range of colors that are sure to please your eye. Vegetarian options are also available here. If you are too tired after enjoying a hearty meal, you can rest your feet at the adjoining Mandala Hotel.
Located in the Hotel Inter-Continental and counted among Berlin's best restaurants, Hugos boasts notable diners, including Bill Clinton, Shirley MacLaine and the German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, among its patrons. The restaurant offers the finest contemporary German cuisine, a beautiful 360-degree view of Berlin and an ambiance that oozes sophistication. Try the fish stew with olive bread and saffron mayonnaise as a starter, and then, move on to the Fried Pigeon Pate on mashed carrots for the main entree. The wine list is extensive and contains an assortment of about 350 labels.
For over a decade, award-winning chef Tim Raue and wife Marie-Anne have been welcoming guests into the warm ambiance of their Restaurant Tim Raue, which earned a Michelin star within a few months of its opening in 2010. Since then, they have come a long way and gone from strength to strength, becoming one of the best restaurants in Berlin, in the process bagging many more awards and titles. The cuisine served here blends Chinese, Japanese and Thai flavors to create tantalizing dishes that will surely have your taste buds tingling. Visit Restaurant Tim Raue to savor their unique take on classic Asian dishes, such as Peking duck and Miso chicken, and to sample some of the world's finest wine.
Famed amidst Berlin’s culinary scene, Rutz is a Michelin star—winning restaurant, boasting of one of the city’s best wine collection. Here Chef Marco Müller works magic and creates modern European specialties that are bound to leave everyone raving. The downstairs wine bar is a lively informal space, housing wines from every corner of the world. The upstairs dining area, on the other hand, is a formal affair. The attentive and prompt service, replete with personalized wine suggestions from the discerning sommeliers, only adds to the restaurant’s fame and allure. Do head to Rutz for a contemporary dining experience like none other.
Papageno is an Italian restaurant with a dim, vintage ambiance. The interiors resemble those of an old-style bar with red carpeting, ornate ceiling lamps and heavy cabinets holding wine bottles. Start your meal with appetizers like Fagiolata Paesana, a chickpea and bean soup, and Carpaccio Tartufato ai Pinoli, which is Beef Carpaccio soaked in olive oil and served with pine nuts. Couples can also opt for surprise sharing platters as starters. The main course includes Paccheri Pasticciati pasta bathed in Béchamel Sauce, Sea Bream Fillet and Fegato di Vitello alla Contadina, a dish made from calf's liver. Guests can also select from three to six-course surprise menus. This restaurant specializes in catering for dinner parties and business events and has a choice of four carefully-compiled menus.
Located in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, this restaurant pulls in footfalls with its simplicity of décor and by giving pride of place to cuisine. Owner Gal Ben Moshe, influenced by his roots in the Levant, combines Israeli and contemporary European cuisines. There are vegetarian options available as well. Using fresh, local produce and ingredients, he traverses contrasts and strikes the perfect balance. The food is very good, and so is the entire experience, which has that X factor of personal touch. Jacqueline Lorenz, sommelier par excellence, recommends precise wine pairings for the food from their extensive selection of wines. Levantine wines are a specialty here.
Awarded one Michelin star, Irma la Douce gives a creative twist to authentic French cuisine. Fine quality and seasonal ingredients are used for the preparation of meals such as turnips, truffles and forest mushrooms. This restaurant offers à la carte menus and meals that feature punchy tastes, an irresistible aroma and attractive textures that are a treat to the eye. Some of the specialties that you must look out for include oysters, snails and Bouillabaisse. Your visit to the restaurant is incomplete if you do not try the fine French wine and champagne. The ambiance is pleasant and the service is prompt, making your gastronomic experience delightful.
Faelt is a fine dining restaurant with a history dating back to 1903. This restaurant is situated in an old listed monumental building. Awarded one Michelin star, Faelt has an open kitchen that emphasizes ecological and sustainable culinary methods. You can be assured of quality since fine ingredients are used for the preparation of meals. A prix fixe menu and interesting variety of wines are offered at the restaurant. Owing to high demand, it is advisable to make reservations.
Nestled in Savoy Hotel Berlin, Restaurant Weinrot lures hotel guests as well as food lovers in the city with its contemporary presentation of German and Mediterranean cuisine. While soaking in the charming ambiance indoors or taking in the sunshine outdoors, one can dig into the fish and meat delicacies cooked with authentic ingredients - in particular their schnitzels remain popular favorites. However, the crowning jewel of this restaurant is its weekday breakfast buffet, which serves up delicacies like pretzel croissants and meat and cheese cold cuts.
As blessed as Germany is with some achingly excellent restaurants, the culinary journey is incomplete without visiting Ernst. Located in the neighborhood of Wedding, Ernst, more often referred to as an "experience" than as a restaurant, has only twelve seats, making it arguably the most difficult restaurant to get into. They serve you over 30 delicacies, all prepared and plated in front of you. Beverage pairings are available at an extra cost. The decor is minimalist in order for your focus to be completely on the excellent food. Chef Dylan-Watson Brawn and his team are Michelin awardees, having been accorded one Michelin star, and the restaurant has been highly recommended by critics and travel guides alike. Bookings are full for months, so it is advisable to purchase tickets well in advance. The quality of the food is of the highest order, the atmosphere is very homely and the staff make you feel welcome in their kitchen and are happy to answer your questions.