Berlin Top 10 Restaurants – Global Culinary Report

Dessert for dinner? Yes, but not how you expectedCoda is labeled on Google Maps as a “dessert dining” place. But don't expect here a “dessert” bar or tasting that you might have experienced in some Asia countries, where a series of desserts is served to the guest. At Coda (awarded with 2 stars by Michelin) borders between what is a sweet and savory blur. Ingredients or techniques that we usually associate with desserts go to compositions that would rather be described as appetizers or main courses, not as desserts. Donut with gouda and fermented turnip topping, parsley root with pistachio, apples with sour cream and shiitake, waffles with kimchi powder - all supported by great technical skills. Wine pairing is mostly rieslings and sakes, but you can always stick with a bottle of your favorite champagne or non alc of choice. Everything in a Japanese-ascetic, intimate interior of a small room in Berlin's Neukölln district. Coda’s chef Rene Frank received the title of the world's best patisserie in 2022 - and for his imagination and for giving the word dessert a new meaning, he definitely deserved it.

Finding restaurants that have their own story to tell with enough history to base it on and actively use it in the creation of the menu is hard to find. Horvath is one of those. You can feel the history of the place, from the friendly and smiling restaurant owner Jeannine, the old school and cosy decoration to the vegetable driven menu where a lot of dishes are based on head chefs Sebastian's own childhood is something else. The food is end to end delicious and is executed with a focus on the products as well as the history rather than technical elaborations. Presented simplistic on the plate they are a joy to eat and well worth their 2 Michelin Stars.

Berlin breakfast favourite.This cozy breakfast place with a sunny terrace and fireplace inside (when cold) is a must in Berlin. We usually come for the smoked grated egg yolk and scramble toasts with kimchi and the buttermilk pancakes but the breakfast sandwich is also not to be missed. Enough to fill you up until dinner.

A must visit natural wine bar."The" natural wine bar in Berlin. They have an amazing selection. The collection varies from easy to drink to rare to find bottles. It's a must visit.First picture credit: Adam Kimby

The kind of bar you would love to have in your neighborhoodIncredible record selection, great drinks, cheap beer, and very friendly staff. No photos or groups over six allowed.

Otto was one of my favourite dinners this year. Highly recommend it to everyone. Each dish was well thought out and executed. Service was friendly. Wine list was great. Music was appropriate and at a good volume. Lighting was appealing. The whole package 5/5! Note: if you don't like tight spaces or sitting close to the neighbouring table, I suggest coming with a bigger crowd. 2 top tables are seated with about 15cm space to the next table. Highlights included the grilled fish main with a delicious house made fish sauce, stock that was served with sturgeon and pickles served with bread. A bottle of Brand Bros wine is always a winner as well.

Contemporary northeastern German casual dining in Berlin. Berlin is a very international city, so you will find all kinds of delicious food from around the world but in this German restaurant, you get the flavors and dishes of the region, with a contemporary touch. Loved the schnitzel, the pickles, bread butter and charcuterie for breakfast and the bratwurst.

Restaurant Macionga: Berlin's exciting new culinary hotspot with a unique concept by André Macionga.Restaurant Macionga, located in Berlin Wilmersdorf, is one of the most exciting new openings of the year. Founded by André Macionga, renowned sommelier, and Sebastian Leyer, talented chef, the restaurant introduces a unique and hard-to-categorize concept in Berlin's competitive culinary scene. Sebastian's cuisine is rooted in sustainable regional practices, offering finely extracted flavors and unexpected combinations. The menu, named "URKRAFT," presents dishes like poached char with fermented flavors and tender braised pork cheeks with lacto-fermented vegetable cream. André's impeccable wine pairings complement the dishes perfectly. The presentation is simple, putting the focus on the star of the show—the product itself. The dessert trio includes smoked yogurt mousse, anise-fennel meringue, and honey cake, delivering a nature-inspired sweetness. The restaurant Macionga promises a delightful and innovative culinary journey, attracting both wine enthusiasts and those seeking extraordinary dining experiences in Berlin.

Wine bar dedicated to great female wine makers.Run by a woman, all wines are made be women! Love the concept. You will not believe how many female wine makers get visible.