The best restaurants in Berlin in 2025

What is it? A high-end, blowout, once-in-a-lifetime meal in Berlin.

Why we love it: You only live once, right? Well in your one short life, you should really make it your mission to go to Tim Raue. This tiny restaurant looks like it keeps things pretty low-key, but your tasting menu will take Japanese cuisine to a fine dining extreme (it’s been awarded two Michelin stars). The set menu might feature imperial caviar and wagyu beef, and bursts of sichuan and kimchi, but it will all be delicious. 

What should I order? Go the multi-course Tim Raue spin on Peking Duck if you’re lucky enough to spot it.

Time Out tip: Simply close your eyes when the bill comes, and it will be like it never happened. Voila. 

Address: Rudi-Dutschke-Straße 26, 10969 Berlin

What is it? Lovis is as intriguing as its setting – a former women’s prison in Charlottenburg, now an intimate hub of experimental fine dining.

Why we love it: Maybe it's the moody, low-lit dining room, or perhaps the seasonal, vegetarian-forward kitchen with serious flair and inventive, umami-rich twists. Think sticky miso-glazed kohlrabi or oyster mushroom schnitzel stacked with pickled vegetables, plus playful palate cleansers to keep it fresh.

Heads up: West Berlin’s well-heeled set is all over this place right now. Pull on your most fashionable glad rags to sip the Jerusalem artichoke–scented No. 94 at the bar before diving into the avant-garde amuse-bouches that kick off the menu.

What should I order? Decision fatigue? Dodge it. The ever-changing set menu always wins.

Time Out tip: Begin at the bar. The avant-garde cocktail list runs from strongest to lightest, making it a breeze to pick your tipple.

Address: Pannierstraße 24, 12047, Berlin

What is it? Babylon Berlin meets raging disco at Clärchens Ballroom and Restaurant. Built in 1913, it remains the city’s last surviving ballroom from the era.

Why we love it: Upstairs, the floor still shakes with salsa, swing, tango and disco, from lessons to free-form nights. Head downstairs, and the Luna D’Oro restaurant spins traditional German nostalgia into dining. Surrounded by faded murals, dark navy walls and dulled gold trim, its diners share comfort-food classics as a glittering disco ball dapples their faces. Here, bon vivants tumble happily into hedonism: a cocktail sloshing dangerously in one hand, the other dunking one last fried Spreewald pickle into dill dip.

What should I order? Order Luna’s Party Platter. Trust us: it’s a total showstopper for anyone who loves the spotlight.

Time Out tip: Ask for the Luna’s Party Platter for a sparkling surprise.

Address: Auguststraße 24, 10117 Berlin

Opening hours: Wed-Fri 5pm-12am, Sat-Sun 12pm-12am; closed Monday-Tuesday

Expect to pay: Starters and shared plates €4–38, cocktails €10–14, larger dishes €15–30, dessert €4–8.

What is it? A burger joint that first opened in a former public toilet outside the Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn station and, as a testament to its success, has now expanded to 11 locations across the city. 

Why we love it: There are plenty of great burgers found in Berlin, but none are quite as iconic as Burgermeister’s. The menu is refreshingly simple, the cheesy fries as comforting as comfort food gets, and the mouth-watering vegan burger nothing like your token veggie option. 

What should I order? The double-stack Fleischermeister with cheese fries is a heart-stopper. Vegos, make a beeline for the Waldmeister.

Address: U1 Schlesisches Tor, Oberbaumstraße 8, 10997 Berlin

Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 11am-2am, Friday-Saturday 11am-5am

Expect to pay: Around €6–€10 for a burger and €3–€6 for fries.

What is it? A modern German space with regional ingredients from Brandenburg and Berlin

Why we love it: Restaurant Merold is back. Chef Jonas Merold, who sharpened his knives under Tim Raue and at Michelin-starred Coda, takes classic German flavours for a modern spin. Their signature bratwurst, served with a dollop of mustard seeds, is a classic. But the unexpected combos are where it’s at. Imagine pike tartare with rhubarb and labneh, with sharp tangs from pine needle vinegar and smoked lemon verbena foam. For dessert, expect surprises as unexpected as a salty-sweet potato ice cream scattered with potato crisps. 

What should I order? Definitely the house-made bratwurst. It’s an absolute must-try according to staff and guests alike.

Time Out tip: The extensive wine list is mind-boggling. But the star of the show is the super-inventive non-alcoholic pairing with each course, which’ll have the most dedicated wine lover going zero.

Address: Auguststraße 24, 10117 Berlin

Opening hours: Wednesday-Thursday 7pm-11pm, Friday-Saturday 7pm-11.30pm, closed Sunday-Tuesday

Expect to pay: Starters are €6–18 and mains €26–36 à la carte. A four-course sharing menu is €65 per person, or €76 for five courses. Wine pairings are €39 (four courses) or €48 (five). Non-alcoholic pairings are €29 (four courses) or €36 (five courses)

What is it? A casual, cash-only Lebanese spot packed with flavour.

Why we love it: People flock from all over the city to sample Azzam’s hummus, made fresh throughout the day. The grilled minced lamb is perfectly seasoned, and the falafel is a crunchy, sesame-speckled delight. You get a lot for your money, too: each dish comes with raw veg, bitter olives, garlicky mayo or tahini sauce, and a basket of stacked pita bread which doubles as cutlery.

What should I order? Warm dishes of whole chickpea musalaha with pita bread are a must.

Time Out tip: Sharing is caring, and portions are huge. Bring friends and split as many dishes as you can handle. 

Address: Sonnenallee 54, 12045 Berlin

Opening hours: Daily 8am-midnight

Expect to pay: Wraps are around €4–€7, with dishes closer to €6–€14. Cash only.

What is it? A laid back, meat-free Palestinian and Israeli restaurant on Schliemannstraße 

Why we love it: Kanaan is a collaboration for peace via food between Palestinian and Israeli chefs. Founded by Oz Ben David and Jalil Dabit, this Prenzlauer Berg restaurant gets a triple score at brunch, lunch and dinner. Vegans and vegetarians take note - there are plenty of options here, including omelette with tomato-pepper sauce (with or without eggs), Babaganoush with Palestinian spices, Roast Beetroot Carpaccio and dishes of hummus with accompaniments like fava beans, tomato salad and falafel.

What should I order? Hummus with toppings and fresh falafel.

Time Out tip: Settle in for the long haul. This is all about platters, friends and leisurely lunches.

Address: Schliemannstraße 15, 10437 Berlin

Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 6pm-10pm, Friday and Saturday 11am-10pm, Wednesday closed

Expect to pay: Platters and mains are typically €12–€28. The brunch sharing menu starts at €25.

What is it? A contemporary sushi and sashimi restaurant with an open kitchen.

Why we love it: Duc Ngo, also behind the city’s popular Cocolo Ramen, clearly knows what he’s doing: 893’s hybrid Japanese-Peruvian cuisine results in dishes that, while certainly boundary-pushing, are also just, well, tasty. Highlights at 893 Ryotei include the veal heart skewers, the grilled octopus and the sashimi moriawase plate. Obviously, a bottle of saké for the table is a must.

What should I order? Go for the ‘893 Best Of’ family-style menu if you want the spread, or the miso black cod for a single standout.

Time Out tip: Some of the dishes are by pre-order only - like the Sahimi or Sushi Royale - so take the excuse to ogle the menu ahead of time.

Address: Kantstraße 135, 10625 Berlin

Opening hours: 6pm-11pm Thursday-Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday 

Expect to pay: €40–55 for sashimi sets and €44 for mains like miso cod. Shared menus run €100 per person for Best Of, or €140 for Best Of Royal.

Address: Friedrichstraße 218, 10969 Berlin

Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday 6pm-midnight, closed Sunday and Monday

Expect to pay: Five courses are around €120 midweek and €135–140 on weekends. Seven courses are €200 midweek and €215 on weekends.

What is it? A splurge-worthy concept restaurant with a menu entirely of desserts and drinks  

Why we love it: CODA earned its first and long-awaited Michelin star in 2019, and its second in 2020. Masterminded by chef René Frank, its plates are artfully composed, use only the freshest ingredients and place an emphasis on the experimental. Come by for the blowout six-course tasting menu that pairs desserts with drinks. Alternatively, head to the bar for a superlative cocktail.

What should I order? CODA is tasting menu only. Look out for the Oscietra caviar popsicle if you’re up for an extra experimental bite.

Time Out tip: Shave off a few euros by coming mid-week when prices are lower.

Address: Friedelstraße 47, 12047 Berlin

Opening hours: Wednesday-Saturday 7pm-midnight, closed Sunday-Tuesday 

Expect to pay: The mid-week tasting menu is around €244, rising to €274 at the weekend. Drink pairings (and that salty popsicle) are extra.