Restaurants near Französische Straße Station
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(Short version—run, don’t walk, to Cookies Cream) Being a vegetarian, I usually stay away from tasting menus because they are almost never worth it (at least for non-plant-based restaurants). I’d been to one highly-rated vegan restaurant in the US and the tasting menu pretty good, but gimmicky. I don’t regret going, but I wouldn’t go again (given the cost). I’d heard great things about Cookies Cream, so when I went to Berlin for work I had to check it out. OH MY GOODNESS!! WOW WOW WOW. I have been raving about it ever since I got home. It was all DELICIOUS and some of the dishes were downright mind-blowing. (Whatever that egg thing with the seafood caviar was sumptuous—and that was just one of the delicious things!) The service was wonderful. In addition to being great in the traditional sense, my waiter heard that I was trying to plan my one day for sightseeing and gave me suggestions I had not heard of. I did them the next day and was so happy I didn’t just do the “greatest hits” of Berlin. I never have had a desire to be wealthy, but eating here made me want to be. I could definitely splurge on this several times a year (or every other month?), but if I were wealthy I would eat here every day!!
Amy Laitinen - 2 months ago

The best food experience I’ve ever had, and I’m a very picky person. A special thank you to Armen, whose warmth and sincerity added so much to the evening. Fine dining can sometimes feel a little stiff or intimidating, but he was genuinely approachable and lovely. My grandpa is Armenian, so that ended up being a nice coincidence as well. By the end of the meal, we felt completely blissful. There was a sense of lightness that is hard to describe. I just wanted to giggle and dance. I don’t think I could really grasp words anymore. 😂 The food genuinely had that effect on us. And as a vegetarian, I left feeling spoiled, which is not something I get to say very often.
ece - 2 weeks ago

Very special experience. Our waiter was A1. Loved the speakeasy vibe. My gf and I took the 7 courses menu with the wine and non-alcoholic pairing. The pairings were absolutely the highlight 🍸!!!! I found 2 of the dishes too salty. Wouldn’t go back but it’s a once in lifetime dining. Danke!
Jess N - 2 months ago

We absolutely loved our 7 courses menu with pairing dinning experience at Cookies Cream. It was our second time dinning here and it was phenomenal. I highly recommend it to anyone living or traveling to Berlin looking for a unique, cozy atmosphere with delicious vegetarian delights. Check out my I G lawyer.traveler.dreamer for a video of our experience.
lawyer.traveler.dreamer - a month ago

Absolutely loved my experience at Cookies Cream, dishes were surprising (in the best way) and full of flavours. Crazy how they can make mushroom feel meaty and expensive. The staff was also very helpful, and they make amazing cocktails. Would come back for a special occasion.
Diane Sicsic - 7 months ago

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We had dinner here as part of a large group celebrating a future wedding and really weren't impressed. Firstly, the service was similar to McDonald's. Just "what do you want", "here's the food", "ok". For a fancy restaurant this is not acceptable. Even for a regular restaurant this is bad service. Then, the food wasn't great either. The Caesar Salad had chicken that was still pink inside. The steak tasted like nothing. The Wiener Schnitzel was good, but Figlmuller would probably not serve it. Even worse, there's no air conditioning, so it felt like we were eating in a sauna. All of these for insane prices. €38 for a Schnitzel. €18 for a Caesar Salad. €8 for a small bier and the water was similar. €16 for a basic cocktail. If you're going to be a white tablecloth restaurant and charge crazy high prices, then the food must be amazing, the service top-notch and the atmosphere pleasant. This was definitely not the case here so I would absolutely NOT recommend this restaurant - Berlin has much much better.
Vlad S - 2 months ago

If you are into schnitzel - just go there. Don't hesitate. The schnitzel is huge and super tasty and crispy. The other dishes were also really delicious
Lea Teva Ako - 2 months ago

The Schnitzel was absolutely delicious! Great food, excellent service, and very friendly staff. Special thanks to the manager at the entrance for the warm welcome. Highly recommended!
ALI E. - 2 months ago

Have been here before but never wrote a review. The Schnitzel has always been excellent, and if you come for lunch you won’t need any more food afterwards. I would replace the potato salad with fried potatoes; the cranberry sauce goes perfectly with the Schnitzel. The waiters are very friendly, but the service, for a restaurant of this kind, lacked professionalism (no napkins, no butter knives, and the second beer order was forgotten). Still, I will be back next year.
OHS - 9 months ago

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Their knuckle of pork is one of the best and the portion is quite generous, it can be shared up to 3 persons. Crispy skin and tender inside. Cooked to perfection. We had a glass of Rose Prosecco and it was great. Lovely dining experience. Would recommend it definitely.
Riza Martin Lenaghan - 2 months ago

We found this place via a google search and it was such a find! Great traditional food and great prices. Beer was brilliant - the difference of a proper wooden barrel is huge! We enjoyed our first visit so much, we came back every day and worked our way through rhe menu. If you want a good honest bar/restaurant with authentic products, in a great location, run by efficient and polite staff then this is for you. Recommend - The knuckle is huge, the 6 sausages with mash is so tasty and the strudel is really Blimin good.
kirsty James - 6 months ago

Great place to enjoy traditional German food. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The 1L beer is pretty unique and adds to the experience. The food was very good and came out very fast. The terrace is calm and very relaxing during the summer, with a nice breeze almost all the time. I especially enjoyed the beef goulash.
Angela A - 2 months ago

My Spouse and I enjoyed dinner this evening and we were surprised when the server added 10% gratuity to our final bill. He said that was customary. We haven’t had any other restaurants or cafés automatically add gratuity. We would understand if it had been a larger table. But it was just the two of us. We had planned on leaving a generous tip however we don’t appreciate the server, adding the tip without our permission. Otherwise, the dinner was good. Generous servings. We sat outside so a pleasant evening and very enjoyable.
C Cutler - 2 months ago

Nice place to have german traditional food. Most dishes are not super expensive, you ate well for what you are paying. We went with friends and every dish was delicious. The restaurant is big and you can go there with a large group, but make a reservation first in this case.
Edel Coradi - 6 months ago

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Easy to book a table Friendly welcome and they had considered our additional requirements that where mentioned in the booking info. Thanks ! Perfect service by all staff and most importantly great food perfectly prepared We will return for sure!
Paul Smet - 8 months ago

Bocca di Bacco is a powerhouse of consistency. It avoids the "reactive" trap of chasing fleeting culinary fads, instead focusing on a top-tier execution of Italian luxury. For anyone who has spent time navigating the corporate or high-stakes worlds of Berlin, this is a reliable headquarters for a dinner that demands both quality and discretion. Perfect for: Business dinners, high-end celebrations, and those who value quality over hype.
Rene Schulz - 5 months ago

My partner and I visited this lovely place last week, it was quite late so we didn’t have high hopes of getting served but had such a lovely welcome. Very minimal and chique setting. Food was fab, started with the special starter of the week which was veal spices, they were fab and for mains we had ox tail rigatoni and chorizo risotto, both equally as amazing. The drinks were great. To top it off the waiter was lovely, he gave us some great recommendations for our first time in Berlin. Reasonably priced for the quality of food, would reccomend.
Charlotte Hirst - 6 months ago

It was one the best dinner with my husband! We had a wonderful time together in Bocca di Bacco! The staff is very friendly, helpful and always around. Our waiter Giovanni was amazing! Excellent service and attitude! The food itself is more than tasty! You really want to try as much as possible! We really had a feeling that we are in Italy!
Victoria Sharai - a year ago

Next to the Westin grand hotel. Nice lunch set menu. The service is friendly and attend to detail. The food is well prepared with freshness bread with different selection. Melon cold soup to open the taste buds. The cod fish is grilled and then baked with the right seasoning to reach the right tenderness. The service makes the overall experience nicely presented. With the espresso as the finale, The smile of the waitress also beautifully endorsed the Italian style of service. Well done!! 😉
Jeanne Chuang - a year ago

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I was in the area enjoying the nice weather and decided to stop by the café for a quick coffee. I had heard earlier that the place might be expensive, but in my opinion every café should be evaluated by its taste, aroma, and overall atmosphere. I ordered a coffee and a croissant, both of which I enjoyed. At the time of my visit, the place was quiet and had a pleasant vibe, which made the experience relaxing.
Aarkgupta - a month ago

Hands down the best veal schnitzel I ever had! The meat was so soft inside and the outter batter was thin and flaky. The side of postatoes were extremely buttery and soft. Would definitely come back to this venue. Their coffee was well prepared too. You can see when a venue takes care of coffee, and they definitely did. Service fast and efficient, no frills. I also strongly recommend the apple strudel, which was devine. We had it with vanilla sauce that was so good, runny, vanillaey and gentle. Definite would reommend this restaurant. PS. It is a bit on the expensive side, but I believe it is worth it when visiting Berlin.
Joao Pimentel - 4 months ago

Atmosphere is very nice, the interior looks historical and their apfelstrudel is authentic. Prices are a bit high but considering the location it makes sense. If your around Unter den Linden and need a break, a visit here is recommended. Coffee and a desert here was a very nice plan during our visit in Berlin. Their coffee was tasty and they offer oat milk option too.
Bilge Kobak - 6 months ago

Ignore those Einstein Kaffe chain establishments. This has a feel of an old Berlin cafe right in the heart of historical surroundings. Very respectful service and excellent food. This was a brunch worth the search.
Steve Morgan - 6 months ago

Top service, friendly, attentive and fast. Good food, nice german traditional dishes, breakfast and deserts. A bit rustic but gives it character. Worth a visit.
André - 5 months ago

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The German food was excellent, and I would easily give 5 stars for the quality of the dishes alone. Everything we ordered was very delicious and truly enjoyable. Unfortunately, the service was disappointing. Our waiter seemed uninterested in what was going on, was not attentive, and came across as neither caring nor particularly professional. This took away from the overall experience. That being said, I would still recommend this place because the food is worth trying, and its location is very convenient, being close to one of Berlin’s most iconic landmarks and easy to reach.
Simon Z - 2 weeks ago

A solid place for a city center with reasonable prices. The service and atmosphere were excellent: a very friendly waitress, nice and attentive. The venue is very cool: a combination of classic pub, but with big windows and nice views on the streets But due to the food, cant rate higher. The food is not bad - we ordered crayfish soup (interesting flavour, but only one(?) piece of crayfish inside), liver with apples (simple and delicious) and a currywurst (main offender). The sausage looked sad on a big plate, was not cut and was served alongside cold potato salad. I’ve tasted better sausages in random markets of Germany. Big disappointment. Overall, a pretty good pick, if you are looking for Berliner classics.
Vladisto - 5 months ago

This is my favorite German restaurant in Berlin! The last time I visited the city, I knew that if I ever returned, I would absolutely come back here to eat. The service is wonderful, and the food is simply delicious. Every single dish is flawless, prepared with care and full of authentic flavors. I’m so happy to have such a special place on the map of Europe, a place I want to return to again and again for its impeccable taste. Next time I have the chance to come to Berlin, I will definitely visit again! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making every visit feel truly memorable. It’s not just a meal, it’s an experience I cherish.
Дарина Кітік - 7 months ago

I went on a mission across Berlin to find a proper apple strudel. Places like Cafe Einstein came highly recommended, but their version was dry, stingy on vanilla sauce and honestly made me question popular opinion. Then I found Nante-Eck. Their apple strudel is about as close as you’ll get here to a proper Viennese one. The rest of the menu holds up too: from seasonal dishes like asparagus soup to classics like the Charlottenburger Wurstparade (sausages with mashed potatoes), everything was genuinely tasty. The beers didn’t disappoint either. Add cozy old-school decor, friendly service and reasonable prices, and you’ve got a spot that’s well worth a lunch or dinner stop.
D - 2 months ago

Recommended the food here, good portion and very tasty food. Great beer! The host was welcoming but the the rest of the staff seemed too busy too pay any attention to costumer service. One of the waitress when asked for a beer suggestion simply said "they are all in the menu, choose from there" Noise level was appropriate to keep a conversation
Inês Alves - 3 months ago

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Easy to book a couple of hours in advance. Delicious burger and really friendly happy staff. We brought our 4 year old with us and had a lovely meal. There's a kids menu and the lovely waiter brought over Haribo sweets for our son after our dinner. Very kind!
Kate - 6 months ago

This was the best meal I had in Berlin. Our server Amir was fantastic - so personable, friendly, and honestly the bright spot of my visit here! Really made my night! The food was decent and the atmosphere was casual but also nice ( just a bit noisy due to the acoustics). I’ve attached “Before” and “After” pics of our tomahawk steak, which we finished on the hot stone! (FYI we requested the steak rare so we could cook it to our taste, so don’t be alarmed!) Meal was 180 including a bottle of wine, tomahawk ribeye and three sides
Stephanie Casler - 10 months ago

Burger was really delicious, lots of items inside and on the side. Crispy onion, carameluzed onion, bacon, herbs, cheese and sauce, also chips on the side. Portion was big enough for an adult, could not finish. The only point is with the steak we ordered, there was *no side veg, sauce, etc.* with fillet steak. No mushroom sauce, no veggies, nothing, and steak must go with sides. But it was very soft and juicy.
Bahareh Bizhaniaram - 11 months ago

The meat options are great and delicious! I took the flanksteak medium-rare 350g and it was very juicy. The beer could be a bit colder. The 4 stars is because they made some mistakes eith the cooking level of the meat and prices, but I guess It's also because you are in one of the nicest areas of Berlin. The restaurant is quite cozy and the staff was very kind.
Sérgio Vinícius de Sá Lucena - 2 years ago

Great steak and good wine. The meat was cooked perfectly and very tasty. The view over the square is beautiful and creates a great atmosphere. Friendly staff and a very pleasant experience. Highly recommend.
Kseniia Hlushkova - 7 months ago

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Very good
Baloch Khan - 2 months ago

A canteen that has only had a new operator since 2024. The prices are unfortunately a bit higher than at other canteens in the area. The food preparation is also rather average. The meatballs with Balkan-style sauce were nothing more than frozen gypsy dumplings. Hardly anything is freshly cooked here. The staff changes frequently, but is usually quite friendly. The canteen is used by employees of the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, but is also open to anyone from outside. Ministry employees receive a small discount. Otherwise, the canteen appears clean from the outside. But I've tried different dishes several times now and haven't been particularly impressed. Even though there are four different dishes daily, one of which is a soup. My conclusion: You can eat here, but you don't have to. It's enough for a hot meal in a pinch.
Henker von Spandau - 2 years ago

I'm a bit shocked that all the applications from the previous owner, Intermezzo, have now been merged???? That's not right and it's misleading for customers! Not fair. Well, I can't agree with Mr. Gr.! I'm there regularly during my break and have to ask for smaller portions (for pasta and rice), and the prices are reasonable, like lunch specials everywhere...fish and meat dishes are 7-8 euros. Anyone can see for themselves. Some people are just not fair in their reviews...sad. It's a nice canteen with a café atmosphere...that's the impression of me and my colleagues from the company next door 😉 Google doesn't make it easy to update! Intermezzo-Berlin has been permanently closed since the end of 2023!!!! The current canteen has a different name! Maybe someone could change that.
Anna mü - a year ago

The breakfast selection is great, tastes good and is reasonably priced, unfortunately I'm only there three times a week.
Bernd Puhl - 9 months ago

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Delicious Russian food in a very touristy part of Berlin, but the prices are fair and the service is nice. Would definitely come back.
Brayden Noh - 7 months ago

Atmosphere is a little lacking, it's just a basic café, but the food is very good! The lunch menu is fairly priced and you get great Russian home cooked food 😊 Reservation at lunch time is recommended, especially if you're a group of 4+, the place filled up quickly. A selection of Russian cakes, such as Napoleon or Medovik, would have been the cherry on top - maybe they have some on other days?
Ylva ChasingButterflies - 8 months ago

Had a great lunch! Very tasty food very basic setting - I like it more than overpriced places like Samowar
Daria K - 7 months ago

The food was nice. We had some tea with honey and lemon. The interior could be a bit more updated.
Linda Jls - 6 years ago

We had the Solanka soup,.. probably the BEST soup I've ever had!!! Very reasonable too. Thank you, what a lovely family business ❤️
Julie M - 3 years ago

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