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• Horváth★★ Michelin The rather special location on the Landwehrkanal in lively Kreuzberg, among other restaurants and shops, is a draw in itself. Well shielded from the street, a lovely terrace is laid out front. Inside, the atmosphere is intimate and inviting. The combination of period wood panelling and chic, modern design, along with a striking mural by Jim Avignon, draws as much attention as the glass-fronted kitchen. Sebastian Frank puts vegetables at the heart of his cooking. With remarkable inventiveness, he creates compelling flavour profiles from excellent ingredients, sourced wherever possible from the 1.9km
• Loumi★ Michelin Karl-Louis Kömmler, an ambitious chef who also happens to be self-taught, is at work in this small restaurant in Kreuzberg. He has the support of a motivated young team, who clearly enjoy being part of the pared-back modern dining concept here. The food breaks with culinary conventions – based on the classics, it is strongly influenced by Japanese cuisine – and when it comes to the quality of the ingredients, no compromises are made. The menu comprises eight courses, in addition to specials that can be added on as an upgrade. In the veal sweetbread, they have a true signature dish: finely seas1.6km
• Tim Raue★★ MichelinWorld's 50 Best #30 European cuisine that draws on Asia for inspiration – Tim Raue pulls off this modern and refreshing feat in truly original fashion. This Berlin-born chef has a style that is all his own and certainly unique in Germany. He works with a highly skilled team to turn out his flavourful creations. Diners have a choice of set menus dubbed "Kolibri x Berlin" (a tribute to Berlin) and "Koi", with his signature dishes of "Wasabi Langoustine" and "Duck 'Marie-Anne'" or "Königsberger Klops Grandma Gerda" available in each. There is also a vegan set menu. On Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant opens earl2.4km
• CODA★★ Michelin Don't be fooled by the unassuming-looking exterior of this Neukölln eatery – a very special take on fine dining awaits you inside. The atmosphere in the dimly lit interior is lively and laid-back. Dine either at the counter, with a view into the kitchen, or at one of the surrounding tables. If you're lucky, you'll be given a sneak peek into how one ingredient or another is prepared in the kitchen. The cooking style is quite unique: René Frank and his team apply patisserie techniques. Particularly refined examples include "buttercream with plum, walnut, and dulse" and "grilled peach with pointe2.5km
• Long March CanteenBib A cool spot with a buzzy atmosphere, where diners can choose to sit at small tables or at long tables for a convivial group experience. The open kitchen sends out Cantonese dishes such as various dim sum and dumplings. N.B. When they say it's "spicy" here, they mean it! You can dine à la carte or choose from several set menus designed for sharing. The food is accompanied by an extensive selection of wines, spirits, cocktails and long drinks.1.1km
• Nobelhart & Schmutzig★ MichelinWorld's 50 Best #43 This restaurant on Friedrichstraße may look unassuming but it pursues a philosophy all of its own. Proprietor Billy Wagner and chef Micha Schäfer prize their ingredients and the way they are sourced above all else. They use only the finest seasonal produce – from the region, of course. They even make their own butter. A single set menu with the option of six or eight courses is served. The chefs are happy to talk you through their carefully conceived dishes, whether you are seated at a table or the counter facing the open kitchen – the latter are especially coveted. To go with the menu, there 2.6km
• Rutz★★★ Michelin Marco Müller’s "Inspiration" tasting menu unfolds as a culinary journey, shaped by a clear personal style and a skilfully constructed narrative arc. The service team explains the ideas behind the dishes in a pleasingly relaxed and informal manner, and is always happy to answer questions. The kitchen works with remarkable precision, yet the cooking retains a sense of effortlessness and balance. With only a few components, the dishes seem minimalist, but are packed with details that lend them exceptional depth. One standout dish is the tender, flawlessly cooked Oldenburg Wagyu with an umami-rich3.3km
• SKYKITCHEN★ Michelin It is worth making your way out to Lichtenberg: up here on the 12th floor of Vienna House Andel's, you have a fantastic view over Berlin. The decor has a chic, urban feel, but also incorporates some striking vintage details, such as the old doors. There are two five-course modern set menus, "Voyage Culinaire" and "Vegetarian"; the former includes, for example, "skrei, celeriac, char caviar" and "flank steak, roasted vegetables, bone marrow". Accompanied, on request, by the perfect wine or alcohol-free pairing. The wine list has an Eastern European focus – you can count on the highly profession2.6km
• Cookies Cream★ Michelin It doesn't get much more quintessentially Berlin than this trendy restaurant! Finding your way through the backyard of The Westin Grand hotel to ring the bell at the unassuming-looking door is an adventure in itself! After being welcomed at the bar (perfect for an aperitif or after-dinner drink), climb the old stairs up to the first floor to get to the lively restaurant, which was once a fashionable nightclub. In an industrial-chic setting, diners can savour a vegetarian set menu comprising five to seven courses, with dishes bearing names such as "carrot, chard, sea buckthorn" or "oyster mushr2.7km
• tulus lotrek★ Michelin There are several reasons why this restaurant run by the partnership of Maximilian Strohe and Ilona Scholl is so sought-after. First, they have created an attractive interior within this lovely old Kreuzberg building – featuring high stuccoed ceilings, wooden floors, art and quirky wallpaper – not to mention the charming terrace set in the heart of the neighbourhood. Then there is the relaxed yet highly professional service under the direction of Ilona Scholl – the team's constant presence and remarkable enthusiasm create a warm and informal atmosphere. At the core of its success, however, is 2.8km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.