http://exberliner.net/cityguide English language city guide for Berlin by EXBERLINER Magazine Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:26:38 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en At EXBERLINERs online ticket shop in partnership with Hekticket you'll find tickets to virtually all concerts, plays, opera and dance performances in Berlin and across Germany. And the only place you can buy tickets in English! Visit www.hekticket.de/exberliner http://exberliner.net/cityguide/tickets-for-all-berlin-concerts-shows-and-events Eat-the-world offers culture & food tours. Every Saturday and Sunday, native guides traverse legendary, multi-cultural Kreuzberg taking their guests through authentic Berlin far from the well-beaten tourist track. Every tour includes delightful samples of classic restaurants and smaller diners, as well as an insight into Berlin life – history, culture, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/eat-the-world-tours Taxis are not always easy to find when you want one, though there are ranks in central areas and near stations. Fares cost around 2.50 euros per pick-up then 1.53 euros per km. Taxi companies worth trying are City-Funk: 030 21 02 02, Spree-Funk: 030 44 33 22 and Taxi-Ruf ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/taxis Since the beginning of 2008, the inner city within the S-Bahn ring has been a designated 'Green Zone' (Umweltzone), meaning all cars must carry a green, yellow or red sticker - depending on their emissions class. From January 1, 2009 all cars with yellow and red stickers will be banned ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/driving-in-berlins-green-zone Discover Berlin while running or riding a bike. Tours through the Tiergarten Park, new government quarter, Unter den Linden including the 'Forum Fridericianum', Third Reich-Tour with Holocaust memorial, Hitler's bunker and Wilhelmstrasse. Daily between 7:00 and 20:00, throughout the year. Prices from €15 per hour. Advance booking required. For more ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sightjogging Here’s the stylish hangout Prenz’l mums and dads have been waiting for. Chill with a coffee while your offspring let off steam on the indoor playground, complete with costume chest, and a baby area. Schliemannstraße 37, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Eberswalder Str., Tel 4403 7635, www.das-spielzimmer.net, Mon-Sun 10:00–19:00 http://exberliner.net/cityguide/das-spielzimmer This spacious family run bistro and shop serves yummy salads, soups, sandwiches, plus warm vegan dishes at affordable prices. They also carry a good selection of gluten-free products. Krausnickstr. 23, Mitte, S-Bhf Oranienburger Str. or Hackescher Markt, Tel 47985540, www.diafana.de, Mon-Sat 8:00-20:00, EC cards accepted. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/diafana Enjoy the Holmes Place Health Club’s sport-pool, fitness area, comfortable rooms for aerobic classes, spa, restaurant, sauna, whirlpool, steam bath and much more! Berlin – Gendarmenmarkt, Friedrichstrasse 68, Eingang Mohrenstr 50, Tel: +49 30 2062 4949 http://www.holmesplace.de http://exberliner.net/cityguide/holmes-place-health-club New ownership of this long-time neighbourhood Irish pub in Schöneberg has brought fresh energy and new ideas into the place. This unpretentious, cosy bar's staff are affable and talkative, so there's no chance of boredom. Expect a growing programme of live music. And EXBERLINER's sex columnist, the famed Dr. Dot, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-new-shannon Cajun Creole cooking at its finest: gumbo, blackened chicken and fish, BBQ ribs, jambalaya, at this new addition to the West Berlin food scene. Uhlandstrasse 144, Charlottenburg. Tel. 0308 867 6510, www.bayou-berlin.com http://exberliner.net/cityguide/bayou-berlin Americans' Income Tax Service specializes in tax advising and consulting for U.S. citizens working and living abroad and German citizens who must file US tax returns. They have been assisting clients living overseas with tax obligations (U.S. or Germany) for over 15 years. They also have experience with filers from ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/americans-income-tax-service Berlin's second largest mall (after the Gropius Passagen) has changed the face of Alexanderplatz with its unusual pink exterior. Its opening at midnight in the summer of 2007 was so popular that police had to be deployed to control the frenzied crowds. Also claims to be the world's first full ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/alexa Marga Shoeller Bücherstube in Charlottenburg is just what the name suggests: an arrangement of cosy rooms with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves that were once included on the list of Europe’s 10 best bookstores. The English section covers fiction, biography, feminist literature, modern thinkers. A great place to browse, with occasional English readings. Marga ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/marga-shoeller-bucherstube Saint Georges is a neat, selective little shop in Prenzlauer Berg, owned by Englishman Paul Gurner. Second-hand books cover mainly history and fiction of a certain level of quality, Paul emphasizes. He also has a good selection of new books and takes orders. His quality consciousness also applies to the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/saint-georges-bookshop East of Eden in Friedrichshain has a cosy, grungy atmosphere with gentle music, couches and several connected rooms, that make the place seem smaller than it is, packed with kilomtres of second hand literature to explore. British owners Mark Mulholland and Alan Garvie try to stock a bit of everything, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/east-of-eden American David Solomon has run Books in Berlin in Charlottenburg since 1993, but he’s now gradually transforming the store into a language school. You can still browse through a varied selection of new and second-hand novels, biographies, philosophy and history books, though. You can also trade books and get rare ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/books-in-berlin Walking into Another Country in Kreuzberg is like walking into the living room of someone who wasn’t expecting company; a comfy mess of chairs, books and coffee mugs. Maverick Alan Raphaeline considers his second-hand shop more of a library; if you choose to return a book you will get your ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/another-country Get a 'taste of Africa' with dishes and tapas from all over the continent, from Congolese 'sabmussa' (like a samosa) to Moroccan tabouli, or fresh green pepper or mango dips or marinated beef. Molokai serves as a meeting point for Africans in Berlin or Berliners interested in Africa. Relax with ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/molokai Enjoy a great value five-euro lunch buffet at this newly opened upmarket Chinese restaurant with a decent selection of vegetarian options and happy hour-priced beer. Aroma Village also boasts grandiose Sunday-evening buffets - an all-you-can-eat selection of quality dishes (lots of seafood and spicy salads) and delicious homemade Dim Sum-style ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/aroma-village Unique pasta and lavish antipasti plates are offered at this new gourmet Greek-owned coffee shop/deli. The secret? High quality local and organic ingredients prepared with flair according to season, market, and the phenomenal Anthi Lyda Galinou's mood of the day. The wines, oils and salts (from Greece, Portugal, France or ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pasta-divina This small upscale Imbiss on the corner of Choriner Strasse and Schönhauser Allee is shooting for the pancakes of Central Europe, or Palatschinken, as they're called in Austria. Similar to thin-skinned French crepes, they come with a large selection of fillings such as serrano ham with Emmental, pesto and basil ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/dodoos-palatschinken-bar Lebanese cuisine lives up to its reputation at Al Dar with delicious homemade mezze, which will make you forget any other Arabic/Turkish tapas ever served this side of the Spree. Delicate stuffed grape leaves, luscious aubergine salads, aromatic chickpea and bean spreads, refined meatballs such as kibbé (minced lamb and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/al-dar This newcomer has very fresh sauces and veggies - and you can taste it. No heaps of watery yoghurt sauce passing for a meal. Nice interior, too. /AP Rai, Skalitzerstr. 102, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Görlitzer Bhf, Sun-Thu 11:00-3:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-6:00, 2 euros, cash only. Click here to find Rai on the map ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/rai Old classic in the middle of Akazienstrasse's pleasant bustle serves no-frills, tasty meals to Schöneberg denizens, while the filiale 10 minutes north at Goltzstrasse 24 stays open 'til 5:00 am on the weekends. Akazienstr. 9, Schöneberg, U-Bhf Eisenacherstr., Tel 787 4428, Sun-Thu 10:00-2:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-4:00, 2.50 euros, cash only Click here ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/habibi-ii Perfectly, divinely seasoned chickpea mix - better than competitors on Kastanienallee - meets thick, fluffy pita. Mmmmm. Wörtherstr. 16, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Senefelderplatz or Tram M2 to Marienburgerstr., Tel 4404 6073, Sun-Thu 12:00-24:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-1:00. 2.20 euros, cash only Click here to find Salsabil II on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/salsabil-ii The new location for Milch Halle boasts an open-spaced, fresh and playful café gazing out over a grassy square, next to a children's playground. The rustic interior is cow-themed (like the café's concept) in black and white and filled with a range of soya/organic goodies for sale. This kid-friendly eatery ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/milch-halle This off-the-beatenpath restaurant makes schnitzel in all its variations and for big appetites. Wiener Schnitzel XXXL! Röntgenstr. 7, Charlottenburg, U-Bhf Richard-Wagner-Platz, Tel 3470 2778, Mon-Fri 16:00-24:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-24:00, 15 euros, all credit cards except AmEx accepted Click here to find Schnitzelei on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schnitzelei Hailed as neue deutsche Küche, this elegant nook that opened last February serves up a mouth-watering fusion of European flavours laced with a German sensibility. Local staples such as boiled cauliflower or Mohnkuchen have been reinvented into creations like nutty and satisfying smoked-cauliflower purée, accompanying several meat mains, or light, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hartmanns This 'grüne Herz am Ufer' is an oasis of leafy woods in the middle of Kreuzberg. Walking through the gates feels like leaving the city. Brachvogel opens early for breakfast, with great coffee, and a daily business lunch. An added bonus for the sport drinker: minigolf! A handcrafted course caters ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/brachvogel Set in the Tacheles, the chaotic homeland for 'artists' from all over the world, this dark, grungy café and chaotic courtyard attracts an eclectic crowd discussing everything from world conspiracy theories to Barbie dolls. Be sure to check out the nightly live music. Oranienburger Str. 54, Mitte, U-Bhf Oranienburger Tor, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-zapata One of Berlin's oldest and most beloved beer gardens since 1903, with a spectacular views and room for 1,500 people, Zenner is the place to be in Treptower Park. Spicing it up, the garden's club, Haus Zenner, opens most nights at 20:00 for those wanting to dance the night away. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/zenner If you thought cup cakes were only for kiddies then think again! The all new 'Cup Cake' serves up over nine different types of cup cakes, from carrot to vanilla, with diabetic and vegan needs met upon request. These original American cup cakes can be complimented with everyone's favourite American ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cup-cake After nearly a decade of catering to the Kuwaiti and United Arab Emirates embassies, Walid Bassal has decided to let the rest of us experience his extensive menu, which proves the Middle East's flavor spectrum goes far beyond Imbiss fare. Maklube, Arabic for 'upside-down', features spiced rice covered with aubergines, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/assala Sasaya's tasty concoctions and relaxed crowd spilling onto the street make it one of the most authentic sushi spots in the East. Lychenenr Str. 50, Prenzlauer Berg, S+U-Bhf, Schönhauser Allee, Tel 4471 7721, Thu-Tue 12-14:30 and 18-22:30, 5-10 euros, EC accepted. Click here to find Sasaya on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sasaya Laid back lounge with specials every day, cocktails, Berliner Pilsener or Kölsch from the tap. The slightly older and super-friendly crowd make this American bar a winner. Happy hour every day between 19:00 and 21:00, midnight and 2:00. A large garden makes it perfect for the summertime, and when it's ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/zoulou-bar Ring the bell at the green door and enter the 'experience of positive drinking'. A wide selection of outstanding cocktails and trendy retro feel, including a glowing Labrador at the bar ('Moritz'), give this well-heeled bar a high style unique in Berlin. Winterfeldtstr. 50, U-Bhf Nollendorfplatz, Tel 215 2515, www.greendoor.de, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/green-door Don't drum your fingers: it takes almost as long to pull a Pils here (one of eight on tap) as it can to drink one, proper-style. This drives away any ruffians, perhaps, as a serious crowd mulls philosophy over their brews. This small 1920s-style watering hole is a Berlin institution, where ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/felsenkeller A more-than-welcome change from all those bars that adhere to crap litehousemusic. This place really rocks. Great music prevails - no punk or techno, thank you very much. Grab your beer by neck and prepare to get rowdy, or at least play Kicker. Cinema as well. Potsdamer Str. 157, U-Bhf ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ex-n-pop Unwind or wind up with a coffee in the day or a cold one in the evening - casual atmosphere, fast service, and a cheerful mixed crowd of unconventionals. Already a bastion of cool for decades, Café M looks almost the same as it did 20 years ago: unfussy and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-m Propietor Herr Hauptvogel personally greets diners at this classy yet neighborly Alsatian Schöneberg mainstay. Groups of laughing friends and intense couples fill Storch every night to enjoy Alsatian classics like sauerkraut, sausages and Salzkartoffel, or dishes off the changing seasonal menu like celery soup with crackling Blutwurst, quail with truffle ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/storch From the aperitif (chambord with green apple) to the simple yet intriguing main dishes (Asian-style tuna, springchicken in grape sauce) to the perfect crème brulée to the sleek red, lime green crystal interior to the wonderfully attentive service, More definitely offers much more than your usual dining experience. A creative ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/restaurant-more Relax with a dewy tinto de verano (wine and lemon soda, garnished with lime, most refreshing) at one of Pan y Tulipan's outdoor tables. Tapas are the way to go here: from fried sardines to bacon-wrapped, almond- stuffed prunes, to a crisp fennel-orange salad, nibble along until you need a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pan-y-tulipan-2 La Cocotte is all about atmosphere: white tablecloths, a long counter bathed in a dim red light, a lounge area in the back, hip French background music. Traditional dishes are updated to better suit modern tastes, with a wide choice of mussels, coq au vin, boueuf bourguignon and other (never ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/la-cocotte-2 This German restaurant (a former bakery), with its dark wood decor and vintage tiled oven from 1905, oozes old-fashioned charm. Specializing in Swabian food, it serves up huge portions of Maultaschen and cheese Spätzle at a very fine price. For big appetites, there's the schnitzel Wiener Art and the Wiener ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/feinbackerei Unfussiness is the theme here, from the uncomplicated decor, friendly casual service, to the dishes made with fresh, high quality seasonal ingredients. Try the Quatro Stagioni dotted with mushrooms, marinated artichokes, savory ham, and olives or the Pizza di Zio Pepé with mouth-watering Taleggio cheese, sensational spicy salami and black ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-aroma The wood-oven turns out perfect pizzas, the homemade pastas are simple and fresh, the specials unexpectedly good (ravioli filled with mint and potato and sage butter!), and prices are pleasingly low. Families and couples sit under wine racks and let their kids play in this comfortable neighborhood joint as unpretentious ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/trattoria-del-corso You'll understand why Rotari attracts so many homesick Koreans when you try dishes like 'Chajangmyun' (5 euros), a large portion of house-made noodles in black bean sauce with savory pork morsels and potatoes, or spicy 'Champagne' noodle soup with shrimp (7 euros). Each dish comes with sides such as pickled ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/rotari The wooden benches outside this walk-up foccaceria are usually filled with a happy crowd intently enjoying Dolce's crispy slices, made and served by real Italians. Fresh, huge, simple and delicious: Wolf it down on the spot or take one away. Conveniently located next to an ice cream shop for a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/dolce-centrale Merely stepping into this gourmet deli brings a jolt of gastronomical pleasure. Stock up on wine and Mediterranean delicacies - scrumptious olives, cheese, coffees, chocolate, meats from Italy and Brandenburg - or take a seat at one of the pleasant outdoor tables to better indulge in ready-made delicacies, if you ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-sur Tim's is as close to a real diner - though not the clichéd pseudo-Route 66-style kind - as you can get in Berlin. An unpretentious, lively atmosphere, a nicely mixed crowd, and the food are all reminiscent of a good old American diner, with a wideranging choice of decent everything. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/tims-canadian-deli-2 Shun the Starbucks on the corner and stop here for your daily jolt. This bright green-and-yellow hole in the wall serves little but coffee, and their single-mindedness shows in the tastiness of their brew. The cocoa-powder eye sifted onto your Milchkaffee (2 euros) will reflect your own caffeinated saucers. An ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/double-eye Tomasa, one of three in Berlin, is loved for its bedazzling variations of breakfasts and brunches, served all day by quietly efficient staff. In winter, hibernate inside in their womb-room ambience. In summer, enjoy the dappled shade of plane trees on the wide pavement outside. There are over 10 brunch ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-tomasa Eating here is like having brunch in your eccentric grandma's shabbily elegant living room. It's so comfortable you'll want to stay all day, especially after you taste the creative breakfasts on offer, like the 'Frosch King', including lox, smoked trout and prosecco for 6.90 euros.Peruse the Café Bilderbuch Zeitung at ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-bilderbuch This Viennese-style café's double, shaded row of small tables face the street, so watch passers-by or peer at the hip fellow coffee- drinkers. A lovely cake selection, breakfast allday, and a classic dark wood-cream leather interior make Berio perfect for marathon newspaper reading. Try the 'Schöneberger Markt' breakfast - comprised of ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-berio Should you find yourself on Kastanienallee at 2:00 am, you'll inevitably stumble into the smoke-filled Schwarzsauer, where you'll encounter a mix of barflies and trendy young things. In warm weather, it's all about seeing or being seen at tables outside - which, for some reason, are always packed with the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schwarzsauer The oldest traditional Eckkneipe (corner pub) in the neighbourhood, Metzer Eck has been run by the same family for four generations. The dark, smoke-filled interior - adorned with miscellaneous photos and knickknacks - attracts a mix of Prenzlauer Berg natives and newer arrivals. Like any proper Eckkneipe it has a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/metzer-eck Open till 5:00 am every single night of the week, there are few other alternatives for nightowls in the toddler-dense Kollwitz neighbourhood. The inviting, warm redand- gold interior (cherubs on the ceiling watch over you) of the single room snuggled up against the Rykestrasse synagogue feels like a home away from ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hausbar Tiny, dark, cosy and friendly Scottish-American-run basement-level watering hole adorned with a few bits of secondhand vinyl furniture and quirky artwork. No fuss, low prices - virtually unheard of these days around the Wasserturm. Try the 'Iceberg' (Pernod, vodka and 7-Up) or the secret-recipe Bloody Mary. Owner Mark's a Scot, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hairy-mairys The kind of cramped, stuffy hole where desperate but culturally literate 30-somethings stand around soaking their liver in gin till 4:00 am on a Monday night. But it's better than that: a lot of the barflies there are actually talented, multi-lingual filmmakers or over-the-hill cutting edge DJs. Yes, it's smoky ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/8mm-bar Another classic of the Oderberger Strasse/Mauerpark Kiez, Oderquelle serves a selective daily menu of hearty, consistently well-made German dishes with few surprises and no deception, such as roast pork filet stuffed with baked plums, pine nuts and Emmental cheese, served with turnips and mashed potatoes. There's always one vegetarian choice. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/oderquelle Inconspicuously located on a nasty stretch of Schönhauser Allee, it's easy to miss, but don't! This is P'Berg's most gourmet establishment. Homemade everything (even the bread) and bold creativity (think cured lamb with fresh goat cheese, fennel and mango) are the pillars of the two daily-changing three- to four-course set ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/neugruns-koche Did you notice? A couple of years ago, all Asian restaurants boasted Thai food, today it seems more fashionable to haul up the Vietnamese flag, flavours and colours … A healthy break from the generic coco-based curry and heavy egg noodles - more fresh herbs, less oil! At Mr. Long, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/mr-long-2 A favourite of EXBERLINER readers, this is where Italian anarchos serve up great crusty pizzas topped with a wide range of quality ingredients, including smoked horse meat, in a graffiti-covered cantina-style dining factory. You can also make your own salad from raw veggies served in a large bowl and vinaigrette. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/i-due-forni No offence, but as far as German cuisine is concerned, we all know that the closer to France you get, the better the food, and the Alsatian Gugelhof is living proof. For more than 10 years now, this busy brasserie has been serving the best Flammkuchen (try the fresh salmon ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/gugelhof-2 This café near the Gethsame church serves unexpectedly delicious meals such as well-dressed, wholesome salads (rocket with beef, dry tomatoes, Parmesan and truffle oil), classics (their Wiener Schnitzel with Kartoffelsalat is a bestseller) and a weekly-changing selection of fish, pasta and well-executed roasts (chorizo-stuffed corn-fed chicken with polenta and grilled ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/fellas Judging from the barebricks interior, you wouldn't think that you could leave serious money at The Bird, but just try their steak. And when you're done, you'll agree that it was worth every penny. The burgers and sandwiches are a little more affordable. Whether traditional (the 'Filthy Harry' with cheddar ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-bird-2 A readers' favourite, this is a popular Kastanienallee expat stop. Fresh-baked naan pizzas topped with Mediterranean mixes of olive or artichoke paste, dried tomatoes, avocado and rocket as well as tasty veggie wraps and great Asian-styled 'rice bowls' and salads mixed in a choice of Asian-inspired dressings with optional teriyaki tofu ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/w-imbiss Among the many French cafés that have sprouted out in the Kiez recently, only to this one do we go again and again. Simple laid-back atmosphere, friendly owners and great homemade quiches, (French) cheese or charcuterie plates and a weekly French standard as plat du jour - all well-priced, pretty ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/la-muse-gueule An institution, this cute coffee shop/ice cream parlour offers scrumptious waffles in the most charming environment of retro junk (also on sale) and pleasant street-side seating. The double chocolate melts on the tongue, the warm apple or cherry toppings with whipped or ice cream are great favourites among kids and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kauf-dich-glucklich This Italian-run snack bar was a forerunner of the new focaccia craze, and to date serves the most popular Romanstyle focaccia in this part of town, be it to take away or zum hier essen at their outdoor tables or inside the tiny café. The topping selection is endless and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/focacceria If you're longing for real Italian pasta, go no further. This constantly crowded trattoria offers some of the best homemade pasta treats, fresh with four rich sauces - tartuffo, porcini, gorgonzola or nuts, as well as great cannelloni and a delicious selection of other pasta classics. Quality salads with fragrant ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/delizzia-italia This Sunday buffet offers wonderful freshly-made veggie concoctions from Sri Lanka - a subtle mix of spices reminiscent of Indian food with a more sophisticated touch. There are many rice-based dishes as well as spicy but light curries (sweet potato, aubergine, beetroot) you can eat with Polsambole (spicy grated coconut) ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/surya-kanthi Brunches are for the weekend, or late-rising childless freelancers with plenty of time on their hands. But what about the busy worker's early treat on the way to the office? At Sowohlalsauch bakery shop (right next to the eponymous café), you'll find the best pretzels, open sandwiches and butter croissants ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sowohlalsauch-bakery Not only does this Russian enclave, named after Doctor Zhivago's literary genitor, provide good business lunches and romantic dinners with live music, it also excels at Sunday brunches: an impressive array of zakuski from the mini-crepe rolls (stuffed with cabbage, carrot or spinach) to the carnival of marinated or smoked fish ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pasternak On the Sunday buffet market, Nosh over-performs in terms of quality. From the gourmet cold meat cuts, to the tasty homemade quiches and blinzes, to the flavoursome soups and salads, not to forget the baguette and foamy cappuccinos, this is arguably one of the best 'German- continental' buffets in this ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/nosh The crowd here is quite a bit younger than at most Mitte watering holes, which nowadays seem to cater to 30- and 40- somethings. In fact, half the drinkers look like upand- coming web-designers or else fashion-conscious interns from ad agencies and galleries in the area - not a bad ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pony-bar Midnight Friday: the after-party of one of the new Brunnenstrasse galleries has spilled over into Kim, the new bar above the northern Rosenthaler Platz U-Bahn exit. It's packed with art-folk enjoying Kim's reasonable drink prices and unembellished look. Kim is that bare space - with a few low key touches like ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kim This household name in Berlin doesn’t serve up anything in the way of burgers, but drinks, great live music and DJ nights (including the famed Russendisko). Previously a popular GDR writers’ meeting place, this late-night watering-hole also welcomes all sorts of weird and wonderful events in a run-down kitsch interior, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kaffee-burger One of the oldest cocktail bars in the Scheunenviertel, this long, aquarium-fitted padded cell with cowhide for wallpaper continues to attract a well-groomed, affluent crowd every night of the week. It's the kind of place that knows how to make a proper dry martini. They can get a little picky ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/greenwich-2 Cosy two-room pub - an island of wood-panelled 'old Berlin' amidst a sea of designer shopping and hip restaurants. The walls are decorated with oddities (like a diagram of a V2 rocket), and they usually play blues or classic rock - which doesn't seem to bother the chatty, rather intellectual ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/alt-berlin At the 'white castle' (Shiro I Shiro in Japanese), foam, jellies and ices are flavorintensifying food groups. The presentation is a feast for the eyes, and from your first bite (perhaps foie gras with raspberry-beet root gratinee?) to your main course (try the fawn with cauliflower couscous and sesame-covered roasted ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/shiro-i-shiro A boar’s head looms over the bar, fake pine trees and fireplace warm the heart, and Rothaus Tannenzäpfle quenches the thirst. It's all über-Süddeutsch, but there's nothing tongue-in-cheek about the delicious food: Spätzle, crispy Flammkuchen, Maultaschen, and Kaiserschmarrn with raspberries for dessert. Sit outside or while away a rainy evening with ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schwarzwaldstuben Once situated on the far edge of West Berlin near the Wall, the little half-timbered building housing Paris Moskau is now a brief stroll from the new central station. What pleasures await diners? A la carte dishes includes delicious seafood and fish starters, like marinated tuna with grapefruit and aged ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/paris-moskau An oasis of good traditional food and warm atmosphere in a desert of junk food and fakeness, this modern but homey Italian restaurant offers a well thought-out selection of dishes chosen according to inspiration and the season, a pleasing balance between well-executed classics and gourmet concoctions. The atmosphere is stylish ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/moreno-carusi This long corridor of a restaurant, around the corner from Checkpoint Charlie, serves traditional French cuisine and a set menu for just 15.50 euros (green salad, tender-grilled sirloin steak in a herb sauce, the finest French fries in Berlin). Dessert (crême brûlée, full force chocolate mousse) is worth the extra ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/entrecote-2 Chef Edd used to work in the Royal Palace in Bangkok, and the Princess of Thailand eats here when she comes to Berlin. Luscious twice-baked duck in green curry sauce with exotic fresh Thai vegetables, green mango salad in rich sauce (good to share) … the food packs heat but ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/edds-thailandische-spezialitaten Dating back to the days when East Berlin had cosy ties with the farthest-flung corners of the Soviet empire, Berlin's one and only Tajik tearoom lets you lunch cross-legged and shoeless in the exotic and beautifully decorated premises. Enjoy Russian soups (3.20 euros) and pelmeni (meat-filled raviolis, 8.80 euros) and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/tadschikische-teestube Ishin's off Friedrichstrasse is hopping at lunchtime, when businesspeople wait in the (luckily) snappy-moving line to scarf down a happy hour sushi special. (Happy hour is five hours long, and on Wednesday and Saturday lasts all day.) This Japanese-owned and run eatery's rapidfire delivery and turnover doesn't compromise the food: ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sushi-ishin The ultimate urban cyber-cafe, St. Oberholz is full of creative coffee addicts beavering away on the latest Apple iMac. If you want your iced coffee with half-fat soya milk (and please no ice cream!), or a healthy slice of spinachand- bacon quiche to get your brain cells working, this is the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/st-oberholz-2 This busy place pioneered the Asian lifestyle soup bar in Berlin and embodies a certain style that dozens of upstarts have tried to emulate. A minimal selection of tasty Vietnamese soups and refreshingly spicy noodle dishes are served in a flawlessly designed environment. The In the Mood for Love soundtrack, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/monsieur-vuong-2 This serious French brasserie proudly sits on the banks of the Spree in the very premises of the former GDR's elite restaurant. The Marseille-born chef offers a wide range of dishes at the confluence of traditional French and gourmet: high-quality ingredients and professionally executed food spiced up with that little ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ganymed Inspired by the culinary pleasures of San Francisco's Mission district, the two guys behind Dolores keenly recognised a gaping hole in Berlin's quality fast-food offerings. Devotees flood the smart snack bar for their burritos and quesadillas, which are assembled rapidly before your eyes after you rattle off your choices of fillings: ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/dolores-2 This French bistro is the real McCoy, serving buttery croissants, fruit tarts and other homemade patisserie for breakfast. Beat the lunchtime swarm and come midmorning for fantastic salads, soups and sandwiches, all fresh and flavorful. Balsamic dressing is accented with mustard-seed while baguettes packed with high-quality camembert, brie, etc. are ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/marcanns This two-story café is popular because of its atmosphere - lofted ceilings, earthy green and beige decor, soft music and friendly staff - and its Bio food, all catered to vegetarians, vegans or the allergic. Kapelle's generous breakfasts (9:00-17:00) satiate. Don't pass up the fresh (Brazilian!) fruit smoothies (2.60 euros). ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kapelle Solid gold! The walls and the bar in this classic café on a gallery-filled street shimmer, the summer days pour into the café, the service is friendly, and the food is delicious and simple.They're very proud to offer Heinz products (baked beans, tomato soup, chilicon carne),but you can opt instead ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hackbarths There's not a more civilised place to breakfast in Berlin than the original Café Einstein housed in a villa in Tiergarten. For a charming remnant of Central European Kaffeehaus culture - complete with bow-tied waiters, mirrored walls and great Apfelstrudel - Einstein feels astonishingly informal. Einstein roasts its own coffee, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-einstein Sit at one of the many tables in a beautiful courtyard, drink one of 14 house-roasted coffees, and chew on fresh hot bagels. Everything is homemade, fresh and scrumptious. The food is American (muffins, bagels, cheesecake, sandwiches, Celestial Seasonings tea, rich cakes) but the style more European (black-frocked waiters, the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/barcomis Cluttered with airplane seats, graffiti tags, artwork, bottles and books, organic bar Wendel has established its ambient tone for body and mind. Serving organic snacks, beers and liquor in an atmospheric and gritty Kreuzberg Altbau, this place simply has character and charm. An open-art gallery sprawls the walls under soft ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/wendel Walking into this place is like entering a secret garden: grapes, ivy and roses climb the walls, geraniums perch on the roof and the garden tables are shaded by 100-year-old fruit trees. The building itself, built in 1859, served as one of the 20 gates of Berlin. A local crowd ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/heinz-minki Set in the rooms of an old boathouse, this rustic, atmospheric and tranquil bar glows with the warmth of summer. The large wooden terrace hugs the banks of the Landwehrkanal and floats on its back a myriad of sofas and tables perfect for a cold drink whilst soaking up the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/club-der-visionare This funky boudoirstyle watering hole offers fun and frolics for gay and straight clientele alike. Amongst a cluster of mirror balls, salvaged airplane and car seats nestles the bar, serving a new list of scrumptious summer cocktails and on weekends coffee specialties, cakes, cookies and chai. With art exhibitions, regular ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/barbie-deinhoff%e2%80%99s Settle back and enjoy this fanciful maritime bar nestled bang-smack on a busy corner, by a canal, opposite the bustling Turkish market (Tue/Fri) in southern Kreuzberg. It's a prime location to hang out with a cool, laid-back and fresh crowd. Thursday night is party night, with electronic and disco beats, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ankerklause This convivial rustic Kreuzberg establishment offers a feast of German cuisine. The roast beef with baked potatoes or the roast pork with wine sauerkraut and breaded dumplings are impressive, but the culinary apex is the luscious, fried to crispness Schnitzel Wiener Art. Of the delicious deserts, pick the Kaiserschmarrn - ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/weltrestaurant-markthalle Jolesh's ambitious menu challenges traditional Austrian cuisine with a most creative, Asian twist. The Caesar salad with its unctuous dressing and generous slices of chicken breast is impeccable. The Wiener Schnitzel, with a refreshing potato and cucumber salad, is a bestseller and the Uckermark medallions of veal, served with potato ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/jolesch Signatures, scribbles and set lists of bands plaster the walls of this Italian, punk-run, bustling pizzeria. Frequented by many a rock star en route to Columbiahalle, locals, tourists, buskers and their dogs, il Casolare is something of a Kreuzberg institution. The atmosphere is loud, fast, raucous and filled with the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/il-casolare-2 Located in the old Kreuzberg transformer station, this renovated power factory has oodles of innovative style and an exquisite menu to match. Gourmet chef Matthais Gleiss takes fresh fish and veal filetsand transforms them into something god-like for your palatial pleasure (like delicious grilled Zander with wasabi lentils). The delicate ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hh-muller There's only one thing on the menu at this quirky, vintage Berliner eatery and that's Milchmasthähnchen - delicious free-range chicken. The bird's special diet produces a rich, succulent texture, spit-roasted to crispy perfection. The warm, oven-heated restaurant spills out in summer onto a jam-packed terrace shaded by high deciduous trees. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/henne-alt-berliner-wirtshaus Sick of your latte looking like soap suds? Let an Italian show you how it's done at Noiquattro, serving the creamiest coffee this side of Milan. For some satisfying midday indulgence try the mouth-watering antipasto and a glass of fine wine from the extensive list of classics. Yield to the lingering ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/trattoria-noiquattro Moroccan specialties like couscous and tagine are prepared alongside usual dishes such as hummus, tabbouleh and halloumi, but what's not-so-usual is the exceptionally fresh ingredients and deliciousseasonings. Rissani's loyal following hails from throughout Berlin, all addicted to their tender shawarma, perfectly crispy falafel and wide veggie topping selection. The interior's ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/rissani-restaurant Open from midday to midnight, this delicious Thai place delivers fresh, authentic grub in lightning speed. Pagode is funky and vibrant. The open kitchen permeates the restaurant with smells and spices and the constant chattering of the effervescent cooks. If you like it hot, try the 'Spicy Beef Salad' - ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pagode If you're looking for a great tasting kebab, Hasir has been serving the original and best since 1971. Here you'll find great charcoal grilled, spicy meat dishes in bustling restaurant surroundings. Try Adana Kebab (spicy minced lamb on skewers) with pita bread and yoghurt, or a selection of the Turkish ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hasir-2 After a stroll alongside the canal, escape from the overcrowded banks to the beloved local haunt of Café Matilda, where international and artsy types sip frothy Milchkaffees while discussing their latest projects. This place is also perfectly suited for a lazy afternoon, a leisurely lunch (every day until 15:00), or ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-matilda This place deals only in fresh, organic and delicious substances. It's a vegetarian’s dream, with a salad bar bursting with colour, vitality and vitamins. Definitely try the veggie burger served every Friday with homemade barbeque sauce (meat versions also available). We can't resist the organic, alcohol-free Caipirinha - a super ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/beumer-lutum-backerei Come the weekend, this 100-year-old New Orleans-style jazz cafe bursts with energy and musical conviviality.The characteristic Altbau interior is smothered in photographic memorabilia of jazz greats. Served on a leafy, sun-drenched terrace, the food - from the 3-euro egg on toast to the 7-euro huge Mediterranean platter - is a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/yorckschlosschen Under the shade of a wide red awning, a local crowd gathers on the terrace in hungry anticipation of Mir's pure and sensuous morning platters. Try the breakfast for two - a medley of fruits and jams, homemade brioche, eggs and vegetable soup and an ample continental platter of cheeses ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/mir The perfect summer location, Freischwimmer is set on Berlin's own set of Apocalypse Now, a.k.a. theTreptower Park banks of the Spree. The buffet table is cluttered with goodies such as salads (pasta, couscous, garden), seared salmon, matjes, turkey and yoghurt mint soup. The crowd is a mixed bunch with lots ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/freischwimmer-2 With its relaxed atmosphere and extensive menu, this spacious New York-style café bursts with morning energy. The sleek wooden interior spills out onto a humdrum terrace of vibrant, busy tables. Try 'My best friend Karl', Cream's fruity spin on the traditional English breakfast, or share the 'Salmon Breakfast' - sumptuous, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cream Avril provides a Middle Eastern brunch assortment of tomato-flavored fava beans, stuffed grape leaves, savory spinach pizza and even fresh fish, as well as the tastiest lemonthyme panna cotta this side of the Alps. The weekday menu specializes in veggie and fish dishes such as stuffed herb eggplant or grilled dorade ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/avril Die Tagung Soviet theme bar comes complete with authentic Ossi bar flies, more than excited to show off their wenig Englisch with some native speakers. Put a coin on the Kicker table at the back to reserve a game and a free German lesson. A great place to start a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/tagung The entrance appears big enough only to house a public toilet but behind its door Stereo 33 hides a den of delight. Super comfy couches tucked in tiny corners make for a perfect mafia-esque rendezvous. The just as funky DJ plays everything from electro to funk, hip hop and jazz ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/stereo-33 The dim corners of this snappy yet rustic cocktail bar can keep you occupied for hours just reading through the cocktail selection! The velvet-clad brick interior compliments its funky couches and even funkier people. Quiet enough to talk and yet noisy enough to entertain, Goldfisch is a place to take ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/goldfisch Dachkammer is not just a dimly lit room but also a lovely rustic atmosphere that spills out onto the street during summer. Affordable drinks are well accompanied by great pasta or potato bakes served right up until midnight. Simon-Dach-Str. 39, S+U-Bhf Warschauer Str., Tel 296 1673, Mon-Fri 12:00-1:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-1:00, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/dachkammer Lounge back on the enormous cushions in the candle-lit Alarabi (literally meaning 'the Arab') shisha den. Choose from 13 types of tobacco or go for the boss' apple recommendation (patrons' favourite too!). Combinations also available upon request. Sample one of their specialised Arabic wines from Lebanon or Algeria and soak ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/alarabi Vineria Del Este is not a venereal disorder but 'The Winery', specialising in more Spanish wines than you can poke a stick at. Try wines you can't get down at Lidl alongside any of their 31 tapas dishes. But leave room for dessert, carajillo coffee with brandy is the killer ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/vineria-del-este You can find no setting more romantic, no service better, no food more delicious and no bill at the end of the night that says 'I love you' more than at Schoenbrunn. Sip your prosecco-soaked sorbet alongside the friendly sparrows and fine diners without feeling like a wanker. Schoenbrunn's subtlety ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schoenbrunn Schneeweiss lives up to its name as the white collars blend in to the stark white interior. In spite of its well-dressed patrons, the staff will make you feel at home with their very attentive and friendly service. Hearty food with a touch of flair, but nothing to scare away ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schneeweiss Ranch & Bar 25 is a candelabra-clad barn that somehow works as an amazingly atmospheric Spree-side retreat. Tucked away behind an intimidating barbed-wire fence, this polished jewel is sure to make you feel less hip and groovy (and leave you significantly less wealthy) than its staff and patrons. But don't ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ranch-bar-25 Words do not describe the taste sensation that is Malago. Knock yourself out with a Thai chicken soup for the soul or try their most talked about spring (summer) rolls. Mains are a tad too hot for the European palate, so request 'easy on the scharf'. Don't be fooled, when ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/malago This funky cafe set just off Boxhagener Platz oozes with retro cool. Pick up an old vintage 33” and read through the juicy, herbal drinks menu or order a special homemade burger and Parmesan salad for lunch. The artistic stencilled interior and 1970s style sofas and chairs are perfect for chilling ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/soylent-cafe-club An amazing range of authentic Japanese food for even the most uncultured palette. There is nothing scary about the delicate and delicious flavours served up from the Smart Deli Project Kitchen. What is scary is the authentic modern Japanese pink plastic décor, so take along a high tolerance for Hello ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/smartdeli Then head down to Kaufbar where everything from your coffee cup to the chair is for sale (sorry, staff not included). If you're too tempted by all the goodies for sale inside grab one of their thousand board games and head out front or back. The private Hof is a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kaufbar Struggling to satisfy your US-sized appetite? Fill that cavity with a Texas Burger at the mostly organic Frittiersalon. An interesting assortment of dips awaits your wedges, the mint/yoghurt and the goat cheese with black olives are highly recommended. Line up with all the other Yankees in Berlin doing the same. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/frittiersalon Comfortable before you even sit down, Schmitt's has a lovely (smoky) atmosphere that will make you forget all pressing appointments. A grand spread of a breakfast buffet, including juice and Bio milk, is topped off with a self-service blini-making machine! Oderstr. 8, U-Bhf Samariter Str., Tel 2694 8191, www.schmitts-friedrichshain.de, 10:00-24:00, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schmitts Comfortable contemporary atmosphere with both dining and lounge areas for the formal and lazy alike. Get value for money with any of the dozen celebrity-titled breakfast platter combinations or just take the glamorous 'Brigitte Bardot' croissant and coffee. Sonntagstr. 8, S-Bhf Ostkreuz, Tel 29 365 874, www.zebranobar.de, 10:00- late, breakfast ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-zebrano With an atmosphere fit for writing a novel, no detail is overlooked at Café Uebereck's Sunday buffet. Mellow jazz wafts through the dim, moody rooms, out the open doors to diners in the sun outside. Drink a 'Hemingway' shooter in your panama for a taste of old Europe. Sonntagstr. 31, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-uebereck It's hard to say whether Café Intimes' brunch takes over the whole street because its happy diners wish to soak up the sun, or if they're simply pushed out by the overwhelmingly enormous buffet. The most exceptional fare, featuring Mediterranean rice-stuffed peppers and super-rich honey-filled pancakes. Head down for the hardest ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-intimes Blending German and Antipodean delights, the Aotearoa buffet greets you as you come through the door. This mixed-up Eurasian spread will satisfy all mixed up Pacificers with ribs, rice and cheese … ahh, just like mum used to make. Enjoy the laid back atmosphere and pick and choose from a well-cultured ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/aotearoa Comfortable but not divey, historic but not stuffy, Zwiebelfisch has been a neighborhood favorite since the 1970s, serving up brews between wooden, memorabilia-covered walls until 6:00 in the morning. Plenty of outdoor seating and well-priced drinks should draw crowds all day, all night, all summer long; enjoy sausages, salads, and other ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/zwiebelfisch So, you want to go to a Berliner Kneipe without several ancient Stammgäste interrupting their Hartz IV complaints to glare at you? Try this place, a homey corner with relaxed service, a mixed crowd, and plenty of beers on tap. Favorites like Bouletten or Maultaschen soup will provide energy for ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/gasthaus-lentz Named after risqué French musician Serge Gainsbourg, who was influenced by sounds from Britpop to hip hop, this bustling bar offers an equally wide, creative selection of drinks, taking especial pride in cocktails invented by award-winning bartender Frido Keiling. Sample a winner from the 1995 German championship, the Juliette ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/gainsbourg-bar-americain Technically more a restaurant than bar, but the oenophile in your group will be eternally grateful after an evening here. A wine cellar with over 400 varieties is periodically perused to offer a varied by-the-glass menu ranging from full-bodied and barrel-reminiscent to fruity, crisp, and refreshing. After the waiters perform ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/enoiteca-il-calice Step back into a bygone era of polished brass, starched napkins, uniformed waiters, upholstered benches and semi-private booths, and join West Berlin cultural elites before catching a show at the Haus der Berliner Festspiele just up the road. The excellent continental classics with Italian and Austrian touches range from a ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/manzini Owner Dominique Tortorella, half-Corsican/half-Parisian, puts the emphasis on food rather than image and Breton chef Alain Huro does the customer proud. Dishes are chosen from across France and changed weekly, assuring freshness and flavour. During our visit, spinach-filled mushrooms in a Roquefort cheese sauce and duck in a rich orange ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/la-petite-france One of the best American restaurants in town goes beyond (very) delicious burgers to feature the hybridization that represents the best in 'American' fare beloved of cities like New Orleans, Santa Fe, or San Francisco, in dishes like grilled smoked chicken quesadillas with rhubarb-apple chutney or Jamaican jerk catfish kabobs. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/juleps-new-york-bar-restaurant This place is rumored to be on the Italian government's 'Top 25 Abroad' list, and with fresh ingredients flown in from Italy, it comes pretty near to pizza perfection. The crust is thin and chewy in the middle, crispy on the edges, and topped with the authentic cheeses and meats ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/francuccis This is tasty, no-frills Greek like Giagia used to make. Begin by sampling the region's flavourful cuisine with the veggie platter, anámikto piáto, which comes heaped with spinach-feta pockets, dill-sprinkled, batterdipped aubergines and zucchini, and several spreads including their mouthwatering tsatsiki. Onthehouse ouzo, an anise-flavored liquor, washes it all down ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/babis-ouzeri Small boats bear plates of delectable sushi creations on a stream around the bar. Grab what looks good, but beware: you might not be able to stop! The Kaiten sushi (4-5 euros per plate) is of the highest quality and irresistible. This small, kid-friendly gem underneath the S-Bahn has been ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sachiko If you're not in the mood for pretense, skip neighborhood places that try to cultivate that 'Old World' charm but end up with geriatric stuffiness (Café Savigny, Paris Bar, etc.) in favor of Melrose's open, modern ambience. Yes, it's kind of touristy, but the food is fresh and tasty, the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/melrose-grill Keep going past the touristy 'Italian' restaurants until you get to this Imbiss of delicious, affordable eats a stone's throw from the Gedächtniskirche and pedestrian swarms of Ku'damm. The Bezirk's best falafel is fried with sesame seeds for extra crunch, while a broad menu also offers hard-to-find dishes like fool, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/falafel-salam Berlin's go-to eatery for a flavorful, satisfying vegetarian lunch, with a buffet selection of antipasti, grilled veggies, and treats like lentils with goat cheese, or baked tofu and aubergines. All is priced by weight (1.50 euros for 100 grams), except for daily specials like broccoli-chili soup or samosa with mango ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/einhorn-2 Hamentaschen cookies, fresh challah on Fridays,and bagels that ain't quite New York but a sight better than most in Berlin: the Jewish influence at this small Kosher café leads to flavors beyond standard Apfelkuchen. Friendly service and several outdoor tables make popping in for a pick-me-up a no brainer - ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/taitler-dairy-coffee-deli While tumbleweeds blow across Charlottenburg's deserted early-morning streets, this 24-hour neighborhood staple is busy serving everything from savory scrambled eggs to (more) cocktails to its sleepless patrons. The spaceship-cum-S&M-bar bathrooms help foster the transition from clubland to reality at 6:00 in the morning, while gracefully decaying Altbau moldings and an open-air ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schwarzes-cafe-2 Of the neighborhood's many wannabe-Kaiserreich cafes, this one not only fulfills the gemütlich ideal, with charming décor, delicious baked-on-premises pastries, and plenty of outdoor seating for hot days, but also leaves your wallet intact. Take a seat alongside the ladies-who-lunch and sample an array of wellpriced goodies, such as the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-richter A charming garden full of birds and blooms, an attractive wrought-iron patio, and a tasteful interior are the three choices for resting your weary feet and enjoying an afternoon tea. You'll pay for the ambience, of course, but relaxing alongside the roses, you certainly won't mind. Come late in the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-im-literaturhaus-wintergarten The marbletop tables, dark wooden furnishings, graceful brass coat stands, and plush velvet benches provide Viennese ambience at student prices. An oasis of comfort amongst the sterile architecture of the Technical University across the street, the café offers affordable breakfast, so splurge and sip a Kir Royal alongside your croissant. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-hardenberg A 'run-it-yourself' guided English audio tour. Once you put on the Stadt im Ohr headphones and get walking you can take it completely at your own pace, stopping for a coffee whenever you want. For your money (7.50 euros), you get a truly in-depth 80-minute (without breaks) architectural and historical ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/stadt-im-ohr-mitte-schritte-audio-tour This English-speaking club of entrepreneurs and mid-size enterprises of various nationalities has more than a decade of international networking behind it. Check out their website for information about their regular events. www.agbc-berlin.de http://exberliner.net/cityguide/american-german-business-club-berlin A refreshingly rough little rock club in an overly polished part of Mitte. Their smart booking policies - most local and international indie acts - and fine sound system ensure a full-house most nights. It's located in a dark, cave-like railway arch beneath Hackescher Markt S-Bahn station, so getting ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/bang-bang-club Charming, well-priced hotel directly on Ku'damm. For decades this has been a haven for artists and businesspeople visiting western Berlin. Schlüterstr. 45, Charlottenburg, Tel 030 881 5001, www.hotelbogotaberlin.com BOOK YOUR ROOM ONLINE Click here to find Hotel Bogota on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hotel-bogota A few English-language Berlin-based blogs we like: Atlantic Review Ben Perry's Blog Bowleserised Anglofritz SlabMag Stil in Berlin http://exberliner.net/cityguide/berlin-blogs Centrally located in the heart of Kreuzberg’s bar/club scene, Hostel X Berger offers clean rooms and facilities from 11 euros per night in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Woman’s rooms, common kitchen for cooking, laundry service, free internet and even free coffee. Schlesische Str. 22, Kreuzberg, Tel 6953 1863, 24 hours ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hostel-x-berger Sonnenburgerstrasse 54, Prenzlauerberg. www.zebrakita.de Click here to find ZEBRA International Kindergarten on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/zebra-international-kindergarten-ev Havelchaussee 104, Wilmersdorf. www.berlinbritishschool.de Click here to find Berlin British School on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-berlin-british-school Tom-Sawyer-Weg 5, Zehlendorf. www.uhw-berlin.de/2sozialggmbh/24kitatomsawyer.php Click here to find Kinderhaus Tom Sawyer on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kinderhaus-tom-sawyer Ravensberger Strasse 6b, Zehlendorf. www.internationaler-kindergarten-berlin.de Click here to find Internationaler Kindergarten Berlin on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/internationaler-kindergarten-berlin Wichertstrasse 25, Prenzlauerberg. http://www.berlin-kids-international.de/ Click here to find Berlin Kids Intenational on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/berlin-kids-international Kärntener Strasse 27, Schöneberg. www.europakindergarten.de Click here to find Kita Max und Moritz on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kita-max-und-moritz Beethovenstrasse 38, Steglitz. www.marypoppinz.de Click here to find Kindergarten Mary Poppinz on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kindergarten-mary-poppinz Fontanenstrasse 25. Http://kwetu.de Click here to find KWETU e.V. on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kwetu-ev Von-Luck-Strasse 24, Zehlendorf. www.jfkfriendshipcenter.org Click here to find J.F. Kennedy Friendshipcenter e.V. on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/jf-kennedy-friendshipcenter-ev Teltower Damm 95, Zehlendorf.  www.jfkfriendshipcenter.org Click here to find J.F. Kennedy Friendshipcenter e.V. on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/jf-kennedy-friendship-center-ev At this Austrian restaurant, you'll be served the most delicious Wiener Schnitzel made with organic, free-range veal (read: happy baby cows). A favourite with regulars. Kantstr. 153, Charlottenburg, U-Bhf Kurfürstendamm, Tel 313 3162,www.ottenthal.com, daily 10:00-1:00, 17.50 euros, credit cards accepted Click here to find Ottenthal on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ottenthal A great new sports bar and backpackers lounge located in friendly the St. Christopher's hostel directly across from the infamous Volksbühne theatre on Rosa-Luxemburg-Strasse. Equipped with projector screens for sports (Sky Sport for the Ashes and Premiership coming soon), pool table, foozeball table, internet terminals and a live rock music ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/belushis St. Christophers Berlin youth hostel, is just minutes from the legendary nightlife, funky restaurants and must see attractions of central Berlin. Also home to Belushi's backpacker lounge, a great place to meet fellow travellers and Berliners alike. Sky Sport is coming soon! Rosa-Luxemburg Strasse 39-41, Mitte, U-Bhf Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz, Tel 8145 3960,www.st-christophers.co.uk Click ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/st-christophers A great alternative to the same old same old, this ship anchored in the Spree river has 24 rooms over three decks ranging from 1st class cabins, single, double, triple and four bed cabins and two dorm rooms for up to six. Located directly next to the beautiful Oberbaum bridge ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/eastern-comfort-hostelboat-berlin Snika Berlin has been selling great sneakers in Schöneberg since 2004. The small, well-designed Berlin-style shop offers selected pieces by PF Flyers, Le Coq Sportif or Zeha Berlin. For comfortable everyday wear you´ll find high and low-tops by Asics, Onitsuka Tiger, Gola and Converse. New from January 09: Precious Shoes ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/snika-sportschuhselektion A great selection of brand labels at good prices, such as Fred Perry, Ben Sherman, Merc and many others: dresses, polo and T- shirts, shoes, pants, jackets: They have it all at their two Berlin stores and online shop. Motzstraße 25, Schöneberg. Tel 62 70 42 70, Mon-Fri 12-20, Sat 11-18, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/frontplay For him and her, My Style carries body and streetwear, sports and footwear, jeans and army fashion, plus eyewear & accessories. With imports from Britain and the U.S. plus favourites from Germany, My Style bring lots of interesting brands together under one roof. Motzstr. 12, Schönerberg. Tel 23608160, Mon-Sat 11-20, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/my-style-shop A cult classic of the Schöneberg restaurant scene, Mutter is famous for its tasty Thai cuisine, sushi and great cocktails. Lunch specials including dessert are just 7.50 euros with desserts included. Mutter is an Internet hot spot. Hohenstaufenstr. 4, Schöneberg, Tel 2101 6601, open daily 10:00-02:00, Fri & Sat till later Click ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/mutter All the usual chains – H&M, Foot Locker etc – mix with designer names like Diesel, Tommy Hilfiger, Luis Vuitton and Yves Saint Laurent along Kurfürstendamm and Tauntzienstrasse . Boss is among many prestigious names on Friedrichstrasse   http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kurfurstendamm-tauntzienstrasse-and-friedrichstrasse Oranienburger Strasse in Mitte has a stretch of street wear stores with more outlandish gear. Along. Rosenthaler Strasse is home to loads of designer boutiques and shoe shops. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/oranienburger-strasse-and-rosenthaler-strasse Prenzlauer Berg's and Kreuzberg's rag drags such as Kastanienallee and Bergmannstrasse respectively tend towards more alternative, home-grown or stylish second-hand clothing. In particular check out Sgt Pepper'sat Kastanienallee 91 for some retro bargains. www.sgt-peppers-berlin.de http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kastanienallee-and-bergmannstrasse For a wide selection of quality new and second hand clothes with style, check out the Kleidermarkt stores. Colours and Garage have the unusual option of buying one kilo of clothes for only 13,99€! www.Kleidermarkt.de Made in Berlin, Neue Schönhauser Straße 19, U-Bhf. Weinmeisterstraße, Mitte, Mon-Fri 12-20, Sat 12-20. Colours, Bergmannstraße ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kleidermarkt Friedrichshain. Flea market with lots of kitschy goods former GDR residents are still chucking out. Every Sunday 10:00-18:00. Click here to find Boxhagener Platz on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/boxhagener-platz Maybachufer, Kreuzberg, Tue and Fri afternoons. Groceries, cloth and cheap wares. Click here to find Turkish Market on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/turkish-market Schöneberg, Wed and Sat mornings from 7:00 until 13:00. Fruit and veg and lots of arty goods. Click here to find Winterfeldplatz on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/winterfeldplatz Friedrichstraße 71, Mitte www.quartier206.com Click here to find Quartier 206 on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/quartier-206 Tauntzienstrasse 9. Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm. www.europa-center-berlin.de Click here to find Europa Center on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/europa-center Large shopping centre with all the fashion chains, electronics, gift shops and snack bars galore. Alte Potsdamer Str. 7, Tiergarten, S+U-Bhf Potsdamer Platz, From 10:00-20:00Mon-Sat. www.potsdamer-platz-arkaden.de Click here to find Postdamer Platz Arkaden on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/potsdamer-platz-arkaden French department store chain with its own colourful Berlin branch in Mitte. Friedrichstrasse 76-78, Mitte, U-Bhf Französische Strasse,www.lafayette-berlin.de The store is located in Quartier 207 which connects to the neighbouring high-end shopping centres Quartiers 205 and 206. Click here to find Galeries Lafayette on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/galeries-lafayette Berlin 's most prestigious department store with a roof-top restaurant offering views of the city. The vast gourmet floor alone is worth a day trip. Tauentzienstrasse 21, Schöneberg, U-Bhf Wittenbergplatz,www.kadewe.de Click here to find Kadewe on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kaufhaus-des-westens-or-kadewe The little East German green crossing man has become the centre of cult. At this shop you'll find Ampelmann-everything from T-shirts to snow globes to football. A perfect Berlin gift. Hackesche Höfe, Rosenthaler Str. 40-41, Mitte, S-Bhf Hackescher Market, Tel 030 44 04 88 01,www.ampelmann.de Click here to find Ampelmann on ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ampelmann Showroom for Berlin-based designers – clothes, furniture, bags, jewellery and other gifts. Frankfurter Allee 89, Friedrichshain, S+U-Bhf Frankfurter Allee, www.berlinomat.com Click here to find Berlinomat on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/berlinomat Built like the stadium itself for the 1936 Olympics, you can swim and admire the fabulous architecture. Open 7am-8pm at Olympischer Platz, 20 min walk from U-Bhf Olympia-Stadion. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sommerbad-olympiastadion Like Kreuzberg itself you find a mixed crowd here lounging on a big grass area or making the most of three pools. Prinzenstr. 113, opposite U-Bhf Prinzenstrasse, 7am-8pm. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sommerbad-kreuzberg A sandy gem away from the bustle in the east of the city and well worth the trek. S-Bhf Friedrichshagen then tram 61. 10am-7pm. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/strandbad-muggelsee The closest thing to a beach atmosphere located a 20-minute walk from S-Bhf Nikolasee, open 10am-8pm. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/strandbad-wannsee on the Spree in summer are enchanting. MS Spreekrone starts at Schlossbrücke next to Schloss Charlottenburg for a three-hour tour at 10:20am and 14:20am for 14.50 euros. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/boat-tours The Air Service Berlin company which operates the Hi-Flyer also offers city sightseeing helicopter rides, taking off from Tempelhof Airport , and even water plane and Candy Bomber air trips across the city. Information also in English at www.air-service-berlin.de . http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-air-service-berlin For thrill-seekers, the Berlin Hi-Flyer hot air balloon lifts you 150 metres into the Berlin sky with historical commentary from the pilot. It starts at the corner of Wilhelmstr. and Zimmerstr on Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-12.30am, for 19 euros, 10 euros concessions. www.air-service-berlin.de http://exberliner.net/cityguide/berlin-hi-flyer for an easy, quick and cheap way to see many key sights. Bus numbers 100 or 200 from outside Zoo Station make their way to Alexanderplatz and Prenzlauer Berg respectively, taking in sights such as Unter Den Linden and Potsdamer Platz along the way. More info at www.bvg.de http://exberliner.net/cityguide/122 Insider Tours offers a decent delve into Berlin 's history, packing everything you need to know into 3.5 hours. Also bike tours, Third Reich and the Iron Curtain tours. The main tour starts daily at 10am and 2.30pm daily from McDonald's outside Zoo Station or at 10.30am and 3pm from ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/insider-tours Oddly, this late-classical 19th century building was named after its architect, uncle of the famous Walter Groupius. Located next to where the Wall once ran and opposite the Berlin Sate Parliament, the new building now houses new (mostly) art exhibitions every few months. Check EXBERLINER art listings for what's showing. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/martin-groupius-bau perhaps the most appealing collection on Museum Island, it is packed with antiquities including spectacular reconstructions of the 2 nd century BC Pergamon Altar and the 6 th century BC Ishtar Gate. Open Tues-Sun 10am-6pm, Thurs until 10pm. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pergamon-museum the German Parliament building which has survived fire and bombs and now boasts a fabulous glass dome with walkways on top thanks to Norman Foster. The dome is open 8am until midnight so go early or late to avoid humungous summer queues. A stone's throw from the Brandenburg Gate and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/reichstag the remaining shell of a massive six-tower church destroyed during WW2. Small museum open 9am-7pm with fascinating photography of the church's troubled history inside the ruins. Modern replacement church with wonderful blue glass windows next door is also worth a look. Breitscheidplatz near Zoo station, Tiergarten. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kaiser-wilhelm-gedachtniskirche-church Fascinating cemetery-like field of grey concrete slabs commemorating the Jews murdered by the Nazis. Just a block south of the Brandenburg Gate. A must see. www.holocaust-denkmal-berlin.de   http://exberliner.net/cityguide/holocaust-memorial This zinc-clad zig-zag of a building (designed by star architect Daniel Libeskind) houses an exhaustive “fun and interactive” exhibition on the history of Jews in Germany and is one of Berlin 's most popular museums – considered a “must see” for first-time Berlin visitors. Lindenstraße 9-14, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Hallesches Tor, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/jewish-museum A 365-metre television tower built by the East German Government and now the city's most retro symbol offering splendid views from a restaurant 200m up. Panoramastr. 1A. Alexanderplatz, Mitte, S+U-Bhf Alexanderplatz, www.berlinerfernsehturm.de , open 9:00 till midnight. Entry 7.50 euros. http://exberliner.net/cityguide/fernsehturm Site of the most famous former border crossing better East and West Berlin . Nothing much to see here except for the Mauermuseum, a private museum primarily dedicated to documenting attempts to escape communist East Germany . Friedrichstr. 43-45, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Kochstr., Tel 030 30 25 37 25-0, www.mauermuseum.de   http://exberliner.net/cityguide/checkpoint-charlie Some good chunks are still standing, particularly at Niederkirchner Strasse, the corner of Bernauer Str./Ackerstrasse (Mitte, U-Bhf Bernauer Str) and the East Side Gallery at Mühlenstr. (Friedrichshain, S+U-Bhf Warschauer Str.) http://exberliner.net/cityguide/berlin-wall Berlin is rich in live shows. To see what is on and grab well-priced last-minute tickets, only made available between 2-7pm every day, visit www.hekticket.de . If you can't handle a German website then try calling the hotline on 230 99 30 or visiting Hekticket outlets at Hardenbergstr. 29d, near ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/hekticket The first Berlin cinema to run only original or subtitled films. No dubbed-in-German version ever has entered the large old-fashioned theatre. Hauptstr.116, Schöneberg, U-Bhf Innsbrucker Platz, Tel 030 78 70 40 19 Click here to find Odeon on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/odeon Located in a building designed by Bruno Taut the two theatres focus mostly on subtitled original versions. Through its own film distribution company, the film house is also a platform for movies, which are unlikely to hit the mainstream German market. Segitzdamm 2, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Kottbusser Tor, Tel 030 614 ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/fsk-oranienplatz Chock-full of original versions, both new and old (mainly of the cult classic variety), FLK Kreuzberg is also famous for showing German films with English subtitles, a scrumptious rarity in Berlin – all in a charming outdoor setting. Mariannenplatz (across from Adalbertstr. 73), Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Kottbusser Tor, www.freiluftkino-kreuzberg.de Click here to ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/flk-kreuzberg-outdoor-cinema Provides two theatres frequently showing blockbusters or less famous movies in their original versions with or without subtitles. Dresdnerstr. 126, U-Bhf Kottbusser Tor Kreuzberg, Tel 030 61 60 96 93 Click here to find Babylon Kreuzberg on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/babylon-kreuzberg Centrally located on Potsdamer Platz, this two-screen Arthouse showcases classics and experimental films as well as numerous retrospectives of film directors and actors . Potsdamer Str. 2 (im Filmhaus), Tiergarten, U+S-Bhf Potsdamer Platz, Tel 030 269 55 100 www.fdk-berlin.de/de/arsenal Click here to find Arsenal on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/arsenal Situated on the canal behind the Zoo, this cafe and beer garden is the perfect place to quench your thirst in summer. With space for 500, Schleusenkrug attracts all sorts and remains full till late on warm nights. Müller-Breslau-Str., Tiergarten, Tel 030 313 99 09, www.schleusenkrug.de Click here to find Schleusenkrug ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schleusenkrug The granddaddy of Berlin beer gardens and the oldest in the city - founded in 1837. Prater is almost always hopping with young and old, thirsty to enjoy a house-made Prater Pils in a large courtyard shaded by chestnut trees. Selection of snacks also available. Kastanienallee 7-9, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/prater Small, central beer garden in the shell of a former brewery which still exudes a bit of run-down post-communist charm. Schönhauser Allee 176, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Senefelder Platz, www.pwag.net Click here to find Sommergarten Pfefferberg on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sommergarten-pfefferberg This classic beer garden in Kreuzberg's lovely Viktoria park serves breakfast, sells grilled sausages and mutates into a disco after 22:00, with music every night. Viktoriapark, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Yorckstr., Tel 030 785 24 53 www.golgatha-berlin.de Click here to find Golgatha on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/golgatha Idyllic location to sip beer, eat a delicious pizza – on the banks of a small lake in the Tiergarten park. After a pint or two, rent a rowing boat for a bit of sport. Lichtensteinallee 2, Tiergarten, Tel 030 254 49 30, daily from 10:00 Click here to find Cafe' am Neuen ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-am-neuen-see Large multi-chambered club hosting everything from metal to folk concerts. Greifswalder Str. 224, Prenzlauer Berg, Tram M4 from Alexanderplatz, Tel 030 442 70 60 www.knaack-berlin.de Click here to find Knaack Club on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/knaack-club Popular indie rock venue with a lot of international acts. The party goes on long into night after the show. Greifswalder Str. 212-213, Prenzlauer Berg, Tram M4 from Alexanderplatz, Tel 030 42 85 13 35, www.magnet-club.de Click here to find Magnet Club on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/magnet-club Legendary jazz venue with a different programme every night featuring new and established artists. 12a Kanstr., Charlottenburg. www.quasimodo.de Click here to find Quasimodo on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/quasimodo Massive pub in the tasteless Europa Center shopping mall. Not especially recommended, unless you're desperate for a Guinness. Tauentzienstr. 9, Charlottenburg, S+U-Bhf Zoologischer Garten, Tel 030 88439926,www.irish-pub-berlin.de Click here to find Irish Pub im Europa Center on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/irish-pub-im-europa-center A classic Irish pub in Charlottenburg with plenty of big screens for football. Always packed when a big match is on. Great pub-grub on the patio and always live music on weekends. Giesebrechtstr. 15, Charlottenburg, U-Bhf Adenauerplatz, Tel 030 882 77 39, www.harp-pub.de Click here to find The Irish Harp on ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-irish-harp Cosy pub tucked away in leafy surroundings in Kreuzberg. Erkelenzdamm 49, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Kottbusser Tor , Tel 030 615 6917, www.murraysbar.de Click here to find Murray's on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-old-emerald-isle Former hang-out of British building workers in Berlin , still loud and lively. Friedrichstr. 112a, Mitte, U-Bhf Oranienburger Tor, Tel 030 282 81 66. Sun-Thu 11-2am, Fri-Sat 11-3am, www.oscar-wilde-irish-pub.de Click here to find The Oscar Wilde on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-oscar-wilde It's called “living room” and that is what it is. Second-hand sofas and coffee tables strewn around a cosy retro interior, with an electronica soundtrack. Lettestr. 6 , Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Eberswalder Str. Click here to find Wohnzimmer on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/wohnzimmer Think bourbon and the blues in a smoky, comfortable environment. Kollwitzstr. 18, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Senefelderplatz Click here to find Scotch & Sofa on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/scotch-sofa Top-notch trendoid NY-style cocktail lounge, done out in green with an aquarium thrown in for good measure. Gipsstr. 5, Mitte, U-Bhf Weinmeister Str., open from 22:00 Click here to find Greenwich on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/greenwich The name of this retro hipster hang-out means strawberry and the bar is famous for its strawberry daiquiris made with vodka or rum. Max-Beer-Str. 56, Mitte, U-Bhf Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz Click here to find Erdbeer on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/erdbeer Austere, smoky, ultra-popular table tennis bar. Big with the arty, studenty crowd – maybe because of the cheap beer. A must see. Eberswalder Strasse 21, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Eberswalder Str. www.drpong.net Click here to find Dr. Pong on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/dr-pong An oasis of style on a touristy drag with large cocktails and dancing. Oranienburgerstr. 27, Mitte, S-Bhf Oranienburger Str. Click here to find Ambulance on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ambulance Centrally located club for dependable, unpretentious partying with 80s, 90s and hip hop nights dispersed over the month. Friday is ladies night. Straßburger Str. 55, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz, Tel 030 44 18 221, www.steinhaus-berlin.de Click here to find Steinhaus on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/steinhaus Born of the famous roving F.U.N. party, Weekend is unquestionably the club of the moment. Frequented by fashionable Berliners in their 20s and 30s, Weekend kicks off from Thursdays to Saturdays. Take lift to 12th Floor, 5 Alexanderplatz, Mitte, www.week-end-berlin.de Click here to find Weekend on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/weekend Large nightspot in a former brewery with different music every night of the week and packed at weekends. 39 Schönhauser Alle, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Eberswalder Str., www.soda-berlin.de Click here to find Soda on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/soda Legendary club for boys and girls behaving badly. Naughty/cheeky dress code usual - or no clothes at all, so be prepared to take something off. The club recently moved to the Sage Club in Mitte. The new address is: Köpenicker Str. 76, (Entrance Brückenstrasse), Mitte, www.kitkatclub.de http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kitkatclub Huge underground club with regular guest DJs playing techno, house and dance. Main nights are Friday from 10pm, Saturday from 11pm. An der Schillingsbrücke, Friedrichshain, near Ostbahnhof station, www.clubmaria.de Click here to find Maria on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/maria Every night of the week save Sunday there's a party going on here. Each night has a different musical flavour, but generally dance, soul from across the decades on several floors. Warschauer Platz 18, Friedrichshain, Tel 030 29 36 99 90, U+S-Bhf Warschauer Str. , www.matrix-berlin.de Click here to find Matrix on ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/matrix Trendy with three dancefloors and a small outdoor swimming pool makes you feel like an extra in a pop video. Techo, R&B, hip hop. Brückenstr. 1, Mitte, U-Bhf. Heinrich-Heine-Strasse, www.sage-club.de Click here to find Sage Club on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sage-club Electronic dance beats in a classy but unpretentious club with a view over the Spree. Falckensteinstr. 49, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Schlesisches Tor,. Open Wed, Fri and Sat, sometimes Thurs. www.water-gate.de Click here to find Watergate on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/watergate Techno heaven in a former power station. Fri/Sat from midnight, sometimes Thursdays. Am Wriezener Bahnhof, S-Bhf Ostbahnhof, www.berghain.de Click here to find Berghain/Panorama Bar on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/berghainpanorama-bar Sport, protection, fun and fitness, what more could one want? Experienced Masters train with patience and expertise in the art of kickboxing, Capoeira, boxing, Karate, Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Tae-Kwando and anti-terror fighting in the bright and spacious dojo. Check out the website for info about their other three locations! Hasenheide54 (Höfe am ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ichi-geki-kampkunstschule Leave your stress and chaos behind and come to experience Berlin’s newest Beauty and Spa Club resort. The harmonious and relaxing atmosphere is the perfect place to revitalize and cleanse the soul. A “Hamam-Tempel” stretching over 185m2,houses over 30 separate beauty and wellness facilities including massage, a variety of baths, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/imperium-beauty-spa-club-resort 1. Kann ich Dir einen Drink spendieren? – Can I buy you a drink? 2. Hast Du heute Abend schon was vor? – Have you got any plans for tonight? 3. Jedesmal, wenn ich Dich sehe, fühle ich mich bezaubert – You do something to me, everytime I see you. 4. So eine ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pick-up-lines The home of rock'n'roll in Berlin offering three floors of bad taste, American diner food and great partying. Schönhauser Allee 6-7, Mitte, U-Bhf Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz. Mon-Sun 6pm until very late. www.whitetrashfastfood.com http://exberliner.net/cityguide/white-trash Many films can be found in English with German subtitles, but for English language only visit Cinestar. This multiplex is Berlin 's premiere original version cinema. It's centrally located in the Sony Center Potsdamer Platz and shows all the big American and international movies. Potsdamer Str. 4, Tiergarten, Tel 030 26 ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cinestar Everything here is made in Berlin – from magazines to foods to original designer fashion. A refuge of style on Alexanderplatz. Karl -Liebknecht-Str. 17, Mitte, S+U-Bhf Alexanderplatz, Tel 030 41 99 78 96,www.ausberlin.de Click here to find Ausberlin on the map  http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ausberlin Dress: Berlin is very relaxed as far as dress codes are concerned. More upmarket clubs will expect suitable clobber, but you are more likely to be turned away if your face doesn't fit.Emergency numbers: Police: 110 Fire Brigade and Ambulance: 112 German Red Cross: +49(30)85 00 55 Ambulance: +49(30)31 00 31 Emergency Poison Help-Line: +49(30)192 ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/practical-information Located between the Friedrichsstraße (shopping and theatres) and the Oranienburger Straße (Nightlife, Nightlife, Nightlife), the two hostels sit right were the action is, smack in the heart of the city. Berlin 's famous Museum's Island is just 2 minutes away as are some of the best music venues, beach bars, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/heart-of-gold-and-helter-skelter Circus Hostel Located in the historically exciting district of Mitte, near Germany’s tallest building (The Alexanderplatz TV Tower) and surrounded by literally hundreds of cafes, bars and restaurants, the Circus has clean and comfy beds for the few hours you’ll actually want to sleep. Weinbergsweg 1a, Mitte, U-Bhf Rosenthaler Platz, Tel 2839 1433, www.circus-berlin.de Click here ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/the-circus The BaxPax is just around the corner from Kreuzbergs famous multikulti Oranienstraße, a street full of alternative second hand shops, bookstores and Turkish soul food joints. Although in a busy, even hectic part of town, the BaxPax has quiet rooms due to Berlin 's unique interior court architecture. Check out ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/baxpax-berlin Nearby the Simon Dach Kiez, one of the hippest hoods in town, the Sunflower is the perfect place for travellers who did not come to Berlin for the museums. Remnants of the wall, plenty of cheap eats and bars to hang out in walking distance. You can sleep it off in ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sunflower-hostel Connecting two of Berlin 's most exciting districts (Friedrichshain and Mitte), the Pegasus Hostel sits off of Karl Marx Allee (formerly the Stalin Allee), the boulevard the socialists used to have their troops parade on. Built as a dormitory for jewish girls in 1903 the Pegasus is conveniently close to ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/pegasus-hostel This charming, newly renovated hotel is located in a central residential neighbourhood that's only a short walk from charming Kollwitzplatz as well as the gallery district in Mitte. Metzer Str. 26, Prenzlauer Berg, Tel 030 440 140, www.myershotel.de BOOK YOUR ROOM ONLINE Click here to find Myers Hotel on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/myers-hotel The painter G. Baselitz's works sprinkled throughout the six floors of the hotel and Johanne Nalbach's architecture and interior design gives the hotel a sleek and contemporary look. Wallstr. 70-73, Mitte, Tel 030 240 620, www.artotels.de BOOK YOUR ROOM ONLINE Click here to find Art'otel on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/artotel Its 85 stylish suites and rooms are conveniently located in one of the trendiest and liveliest neighbourhoods in Berlin . Oranienburger Str. 52, Mitte, Tel 030 278 7530, www.arcotel.cc/velvet.htm BOOK YOUR ROOM ONLINE Click here to find Arcotel Velvet Hotel on tha map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/arcotel-velvet-hotel Boisterous and full with loads of Italian food on the tables to tuck into. Good vegetarian options too. Kollwitzstr. 66, Prenzlauer Berg, U-Bhf Senefelder Platz, Tel 030 441 05 48, Brunch Sat-Sun 10-16:30, 8 euros. Click here to find Belluno on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/belluno Relaxed place to brunch and top it all off with a delicious chocolate mousse. Charge for children only 50 cents per year of age, and there is a playground next door. Crellestrasse 17, Schöneberg, S-Bhf Yorckstr, U-Bhf Kleistpark, Tel 781 92 30, Brunch Sun 10:00-15:00, 7.70 euros. www.toronto-fullhaus-npo.de Click here to ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/toronto Many Berlin bars won't close until 6am, but the music and service never stops at am to pm , a lively hangout directly beneath the Hackescher Markt S-Bahn station in Mitte with tables outside in summer. For a more underground and cosy feel 24/7 try Schwarzes Café , Kantstr. 148, ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/schwarzes-cafe A staple snack for many a Berliner, we are talking cooked German sausage, chopped up and covered in a spicy tomato sauce with bread and chips. Though competition is rife, East Berliners say the best currywurst is made by Konnopke's Imbiss beneath the train line just south of the Eberswalder ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/currywurst Chips made from organic potatoes, delicious veggie burgers and meaty bratwurst. Brilliant for the late-night munchies. Boxhagener Straße 104, Friedrichshain.www.fritiersalon.de Click here to find Fritiersalon on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/fritiersalon Designer takeaway chips with gourmet sauces. Rykestr. 48, Prenzlauer Berg Click here to find Fettnapf on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/fettnapf Thick Dutch-style homemade with a variety of sauces. Oranienburger Str., Mitte Click here to find Beckers Fritten on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/53 Spacious, stylish corner café serving great coffee and light meals. Nice place to stare at the masses passing by on busy Rosenthaler Platz. Rosenthaler Platz, corner Brunnenstr./Torstr., U-Bhf Rosenthaler Platz, Tel 030 240 855 8,www.sanktoberholz.de Click here to find St. Oberholz on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/st-oberholz Convenient, pleasant coffeebar serving excellent coffees. They roast the beans themselves! Under the S-Bahn tracks, Hackescher Markt, Mitte, Tel 30 247 222 25, www.coffeemamas.de Click here to find Coffeemamas on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/coffeemamas A parent´s treasure with quality second hand childrens clothes for sale alongside a great café for the perfect after shopping coffee, yummy breakfast or fresh piece of cake, complete with toys for the kids. Zionskirchstr. 63, Tel 440 45 610 www.onkelalbert.de Sun-Fri 10-19 Great for Childrens Parties too! Click here to find Onkel Albert ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/onkel-albert Kebabs can be found everywhere, especially in Kreuzberg, but for a cut above the norm check out Aspendos, where the bread is freshly-made in an open kitchen Haupstrasse 11, Schöneberg, . Click here to find Aspendos on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/aspendos Dedicated to the screen classic Battleship Potemkin by Sergej Einstein, Russian culinary specialities worth taking your seats for. Viktoria-Luise-Platz 5, Schöneberg, Tel: 21 96 81 81. From 8am-1am. Click here to find Potemkin on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/potemkin A stylish Russian café inspired by the first man in space, Yuri Gagarin. Daily specials, delicious borscht (beetroot soup), Russian beer and a huge Sunday brunch buffet. Pasternak restaurant directly next door is pretty much an upscale, old-fashioned version of the café. Knaackstrasse 22-24, Prenzlauer Berg. U-Bhf Senefelder Platz, Tel 030 442 ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/gagarin From Moscow with love: café-bar popular day and night serving speciality food and drinks – Russian beer, blinis and borsch. Weinbergsweg 25, Mitte. Tel: 448 72 86 Mon-Sat 9.30-2am, Sun 10am-2am. www.gorki-park.de Click here to find Gorki Park on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/gorki-park Excellent tapas and wine bar in a stylish environment and named after the Pedro Almodova film Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down! Dirckenstr. 40, Mitte. Tel 030 28 04 25 60. Mon-Fri from 10:00, Sat/Sun from 11:00. www.atame-tapasbar.de Click here to find Atame on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/atame Offering a wide assortment of Tapas, this cosy restaurant has friendly service, delicious cuisine and a great view of the playground opposite for those with little ones. Watch out for their new oriental cellar with water pipes and belly dancing! Kopenhagener Str. 69, Tel 3993 1198 Mon-Fri from 11, Sat-Sun from 10 Sunday ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/canto Great pizzas and in summer great outdoors eating on the terrace. Schönhauser Allee. 143, Prenzlauer Berg. Tel 030 47 37 45 43. Daily 11:00-1am. Click here to find Trattoria Popolare on the map  http://exberliner.net/cityguide/trattoria-popolare Some of the best pizzas in town in an easy location opposite Hackescher Markt so great for pre-drinking carbs. Rosenthaler Str. 42, Mitte. Tel 030 28 09 98 77. Daily 9:00-1:00. A second branch is at Oranienstr. 39, Kreuzberg. Tel 030 615 2622.www.ossena.de Click here to find Ossena on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ossena The delicious aroma wafting from this Arabic/Mediterranean kitchen will make your mouth water. A family-run restaurant with friendly service and meals prepared with care. Expect a large menu and cocktail selection with good portions at reasonable prices. Kopenhagenerstr. 4, Tel 448 6388 Daily 11-01, Happy Hour 16-20 SPECIAL APPETIZER PLATTERS AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP Click ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/jalla-jalla The best to try, slightly more expensive but the size and gourmet tastiness of the portions make up for it, is the Amrit chain with restaurants in Schöneberg (Winterfeldstr. 40) 12-1am Mon-Sun, Fri-Sat until 2am, Tel 030 21 01 46 40, Kreuzberg (Oranienstr. 202/203). Tel 030 612 55 00 and ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/amrit The traditional Indian/Pakistani restaurant GOA II has been pleasing guests ever since it opened in 2000. Offering a rich selection of Indian cuisine; this friendly restaurant has seating for 55 along with a separate room for up to 25 guests. For special occasions make use of their festive room! Visit the ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/goa-ii-goa-shop Traditional, hearty Berlin specialities in a central, pub-like atmosphere. Linienstraße 133, Mitte, Tel 030 282 60 43, Mon-Sat noon-4am, Sun 15:00 to 4am, www.gambrinus-berlin-mitte.de Click here to find Gambrinus on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/gambrinus Great German food since 1866, now also with an international twist. Weekly/ daily specials, and a Sunday brunch. Beer garden too. Oranienplatz 11-13, Kreuzberg. Tel 030 614 02 697. Daily from 9:00, www.kuchenkaiser.de Click here to find Kuchen-Kaiser on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/kuchen-kaiser Near Hackescher Markt, this cosy corner pub is the perfect place to taste great homemade German food. Große Hamburger Str. 37, Mitte, Tel 030 283 4065. Daily noon-2am.www.sophieneck-berlin.de Click here to find Sophieneck on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sophieneck Exquisite, un-missable, and, considering you are eating at the Ritz-Carlton, exceptionally well-priced (around 17 euros for a main course). In the Ritz-Carlton, Potsdamer Platz 3. Tel. 030 33 77 77. Daily 18:30-23:30, http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Default.htm Click here to find Brasserie Debrosses on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/brasserie-debrosses Best soups in Berlin can be found at this unpretentious coffee shop that boasts charming staff and scrumptious Brazilian specialties, including spicy grilled sandwiches and great coffee. Immanuelkirchstr. 6, Prenzlauerg Berg, Tel 0174 842 2965, http://www.galao-berlin.de/cafe/ Click here to find Galao on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/galao As close as you're going to get to Rio, with a real Brazilian buffet piled with meat, fruit, soup, etc – all for six euros. Dancing on weekends, with things really heating up on Sundays. Torstr. 164, Mitte, U-Bhf Rosenthaler Platz, Tel 030 694 44 55, Sun-Fri 17:00-late, Sat noon-late Click here ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/ipanema Down-to-earth Brazilian pub with a tasty, cheap buffet Monday to Wednesday. Mehringdamm 72, Kreuzberg, U-Bhf Mehringdamm, Tel 030 78 00 68 87, www.cafe-do-brasil.de Click here to find Café do Brasil on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/cafe-do-brasil Can't get enough sushi? Sushi Circle is the solution with their all-you-can-eat special! Daily from 17-23 you can enjoy all the sushi, Miso soup and tea you want, for only 15.90€ (Französischestr.& Neues Kranzler Eck). Sushi served Kaitan style with a special coding system to ensure that everything stays fresh ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/sushi-circle Exclusive Thai restaurant done out Burmese style. Although vast it is often packed so booking is recommended. Wörther Str. 30, Prenzlauer Berg. Tel 4419 261. Daily noon-11pm. Click here to find Mao Thai on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/mao-thai Splendid Peking-Schzuan restaurant making up for the lack of Chinese elsewhere in the city. Uhlandstr. 194, Charlottenburg. Tel 030 3132 881. Daily noon-midnight. www.taiji-restaurant.de Click here to find Tai-Ji on the map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/tai-ji If you want to be a real Berliner, hire a bike. You will probably find bike hire shops if you keep your eyes peeled, but thanks to German railway company Deutsche Bahn you can now make it easy on yourself by picking up a high-tech bike and drop it off ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/other-ways-of-getting-around Berlin has a multi-modal, interlinked public transport system to be proud of. It connects buses, trams, an underground (the U-Bahn), city trains (the S-Bahn), intercity trains, even ferry crossings in the city, and it runs on time. There are three pricing zones (A-C) but unless you travel outside the S-Bahn “ring” ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/how-to-get-around Metro Map http://exberliner.net/cityguide/maps Mitte: Historical heart of the city, rapidly becoming its most touristy. A former GDR district and seat of the East German parliament, it offers many of Berlin’s key landmarks all within walking distance of each other. The TV tower Fernsehturm at Alexanderplatz is at the eastern end of the district. Unter ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/areas 1. Berlin is a late night city, so don't bother going out for dinner until about 8pm if you want to appreciate the full vibe. Bars are best from 10pm, clubs from midnight and are often open-ended. 2. Alcohol is available 24/7. There will always be a cafe, bar or club ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/topten Welcome to Berlin, Europe's hottest city. Berlin is an amazing city, offering everything from world-class museums, fascinating historical sites and lush green spaces to legendary nightlife, beautiful beer gardens and lively street cafés. What to do, where to eat, where to sleep and where to party, you'll find it all here. ... http://exberliner.net/cityguide/welcome