If you happen to be in Berlin and in search of a delicious lunch, then you are in luck! Though Berlin is diverse, when it comes to the food, they have a lot to offer. Fast and cheap, fancy and refined, filled with eggs at nearly every restaurant, it’s all here. For an area known for seafood exploration and having the world’s largest grocery store, this week’s blog pick is a surprisingly brief list of places to eat, and many of them are award winning.
Trendy Cafes
- About The Barn: In Mitte, The Barn is a holy ground for coffee lovers. They specialize on a variety of specialty coffees procured and brewed passionately. Go to get a pastry or make your own sandwich and enjoy your cup of coffee.
- This is a former brewery in Mitte and Katz Orange is a beautiful restaurant. The merged list of Mediterranean and German dishes they serve is made with locally sourced ingredients and served off their lunch menu. Do not miss their mouthwatering salads, and occasionally, their seasonal soups.
Traditional German Eateries
- Max und Moritz: This traditional German restaurant serves Max und Moritz. On the verge of closing, this Kreuzberg restaurant serves hearty Sauerbraten (pot roast) with dumplings, subtle Schnitzel, and mostly ignored Harzer Blaukrautfleck. Save room for their homemade desserts, including apple strudel or black forest cake.
- Berlin’s oldest beer garden was named Prater Garten in 1837. It is a relaxed outdoor setting placed in the Prenzlauer Berg with classic German dishes like Wurst (sausages) and Sauerkraut, with a refreshing German beer.
International Cuisine
- Mustafa’s Gemüse Kebap: Though the wait can be long, it’s worth it as is Mustafa’s Gemüse Kebap. This street food stand is situated in Kreuzberg, where they offer mouthwatering Turkish style kebab mixed with grilled vegetable and juicy meat, garnished with a tasty sauce.
- Sasaya: Craving Japanese food? Head to Sasaya in Charlottenburg. They have a full selection of authentic Japanese items including a large variety of fresh sushi, ramen, and bento boxes. A perfect location for a healthy and satisfactory lunch.
Quick Bites
Berlin’s street food scene is mostly made for the busy – when you need a quick a lunch option on the move.
- Curry 36: One of the classics of Berlin’s currywurst scene is Curry 36 in Kreuzberg. Order a currywurst with fries and coat the sausage, ketchup and curry powder in the tasty combination.
- This burger joint is on an old public toilet under a bridge in Kreuzberg, therefore it’s a hidden gem, known as Burgermeister. If you are craving a juicy burger on the go, Burgermeister serves delicious burgers made with some high quality ingredients.
Final Thoughts
Prices here range from the cheapest to the most expensive, and varied choices of food are provided by the many lunch spots in Berlin. This vibrant city has by the dozen trendy cafes, traditional German eateries, fast bites, and international cuisine for your moods. Truly don’t miss the opportunity to taste the varied food Berlin has!
Note, this is only a very small glimpse of a number of great lunch spots in Berlin. Thus, go out and find your own favourite places and let your taste buds discover the flavors of such an exciting city!
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