Hotel Sperlingshof

Located right in the centre, on Neuer Markt, the 18C Ratswaage oozes style! On the outside you have the historical façade; inside, a minimalist interior with chic details such as silvery walls, 1950s-style chandeliers and burnt-orange designer chairs. The Frankenhäuser family and their team have dubbed their culinary style "new Prussian cuisine". Head chef Nico Werner, previously sous-chef, presides in the kitchen, cooking up two five-course set menus (with the option of an "upgrade" in the form of additional dishes); the vegetarian version of the set menu should be ordered at the time of book

This small neighbourhood restaurant with a friendly, intimate feel is run with a distinctly personal touch. Owner and maître d' Kristiane Kegelmann – a master confectioner and sculptor – and her team, headed up by chef Florian Sperlhofer and sommelier Julia Giese, make it their mission to bring together art and culinary pleasure. The best seats in the house are at the communal table with views into the open kitchen – you can get an insight into how the modern seasonal cuisine is created. Dishes such as smoked local eel with beetroot or a delicious pike-perch with Szegediner Kohl (fermented cab

This place boasts a delightful setting on the waterside promenade of a small island in the Havel and the restaurant itself is equally attractive with its upscale, modern and elegant interior and almost intimate atmosphere, beautiful terrace by the lake. Then there is the creative cuisine made of regional and seasonal products. It is best to order a vegetarian menu when making your reservation. The dishes are characterised by their precise technical skill, clear structure and beautiful sense of balance – it is plain to see that head chef Thomas Hübner has already plied his trade in some of Germ

For those who appreciate not only good food but also a wonderful atmosphere, this is just the place! Dating back to 1894, the beautifully restored, heritage-listed dining room features truly spectacular stucco work by Richard Bieber. Within this unique setting, guests are warmly attended to by the friendly and capable service team led by hostess and sommelier Anne Garkisch, while chef-patron Stephan Garkisch cooks up modern dishes at the Molteni stove. There is a choice of two set menus (one of which is vegetarian) of at least three courses, in which herbs and spices are given star billing – m

In her cosy restaurant, Johanna Nußbaumer recreates a little bit of Austria in the heart of Berlin. Ensconced in a side street off Kurfürstendamm (aka "Ku'damm") since 2008, it has become an institution and an essential fixture. "Authentic... Traditional... Austrian" is the motto here. Tafelspitz aspic on a shallot vinaigrette, Viennese beef goulash with bread dumplings, or apricot dumplings with sweet buttered breadcrumbs are some shining examples. The good selection of wines also originates in the chef's homeland. The restaurant is popular and doesn't have an excess of tables, so be sure to

Are you looking for a slice of the French way of life in the middle of Potsdam? In the Holländisches Viertel (Dutch Quarter), you will find this beautifully designed restaurant, which is housed in a charming 17C half-timbered house. The dining space comprises three different levels, where you can enjoy ambitious classic cuisine accompanied by just the right wine, as a discreet soundtrack plays in the background. In addition to the menu, you can also choose a few dishes à la carte. If the weather is nice, would you like an aperitif at one of the small tables on the pavement before your meal?

An impressive architectural feat – a former prison has been transformed into an attractive restaurant. High ceilings and exposed brick walls, sleek interior design and a great lighting concept make for a special atmosphere. Diners take their seats in the former lock yard, now covered and fitted with large windows – the "Aquarium" room is truly original. The modern vegetable-oriented cuisine is available as a set menu or à la carte – regular, vegetarian or also vegan upon request. A selection of wines from around the globe. Tip: Enjoy an aperitif in the lovely bar, which also boasts a terrace.