Berlin's 12 Trendiest New Mytouries
Dinogo is back in Berlin, Germany to explore the latest hotspots in dining and nightlife. Check out the recommendations from Berlin Food Stories founder Per Meurling for the top restaurant and bar openings over the past year.
Berlin is experiencing a surge in Asian cuisine with exciting new spots like Kin Dee and Khwan for Thai, Maison Han for Vietnamese, and Shiori for Japanese. Not to mention, 893 Ryōtei brings a futuristic vibe straight out of Blade Runner. Additionally, new and refreshed bars offer excellent craft beers and some of the city's finest brunches.
For the must-visit restaurants, check out Berlin 38. Here's the Dinogo Heatmap of Berlin, with highlights arranged from west to east.
893 Ryōtei
Kin Dee
Panama Restaurant & Bar
This sleek dining destination by the Contemporary Food Lab group is tucked away in the stunning courtyard at the end of Schöneberg’s Potsdamer Straße, a spot that has become one of Berlin’s hottest areas once again. Experience a culinary adventure with chef Sophia Rudolph’s global menu in a relaxed fine dining setting. Savor exceptional service and a selection from the classical wine list, then head next door to the Tiger Bar for a nightcap.
BRŁO Brwhouse
Combine 38 repurposed shipping containers, paint them in a camo green, add a craft beer brewery, and a sprawling outdoor beer garden, and you’ve got Berlin’s cutting-edge brewhouse. This innovative craft beer destination showcases its ambition with an impressive setup, where the spacious restaurant and outdoor beer garden offer ample room to enjoy 20 craft beers. The menu is surprisingly refined, though the smoky meats remain a nod to traditional brewhouse fare.
Mikkeller Bar
Since its debut in Mitte in early 2017, this renowned Danish craft beer bar has become a hotspot for Berlin’s beer enthusiasts. With 24 rotating taps and a highly-praised lineup of Mikkeller brews crafted specifically for Berlin, including a unique Berliner sour called Weiße, this bar elevates the city’s craft beer experience to new heights.
Shiori
Nestled on a serene side street and marked by a discreet sign, Shiori offers a slice of Japanese sophistication in Berlin. Each evening at precisely 7:30 p.m., 10 guests are seated around a bar to enjoy a 12-course omakase experience. This menu is meticulously crafted with seasonal ingredients, emphasizing local produce where possible. The intimate setting fosters strong connections between guests and staff, making Shiori a unique culinary destination in Berlin.
Mrs Robinson's
Mrs. Robinson's, a vibrant fusion of Asian and Western cuisine, is the brainchild of an Israeli chef and his British partner. This relaxed fine dining venue has captivated Berliners with its innovative dishes. The menu combines Western cooking techniques with bold Asian flavors, resulting in creations such as bao and shrimp noodles. The standout dessert is the dairy-free ice cream, especially the deep-fried bao with a rich scoop of 70% Valrhona chocolate ice cream — a truly unforgettable treat.
Geist im Glas
This lively Neukölln bar has bounced back better than ever after a fire destroyed the original venue. During the day, Geist im Glas offers an unbeatable brunch experience. On weekends, indulge in owner Aishah’s famous fluffy pancakes topped with bourbon maple syrup and savory dulce de leche or savor the best huevos rancheros in town, paired with delightful pitchers of mimosas and bloody marys. By night, it transforms into a chic spot to enjoy fine whiskey, inventive cocktails, and great company.
Katerschmaus
Once a vibrant part of Berlin’s famed Bar 25 nightclub, Katerschmaus has been revived as a cornerstone of the Holzmarkt, a cultural hub blending art, music, and culinary delights. Now occupying the very space where revelers once danced away the hours, Katerschmaus is a daytime destination best enjoyed under the sun. Overlooking the serene Spree River, the restaurant serves a refreshing menu focused on modern vegetable dishes, with occasional nods to German classics during lunch.
CODA
Elevate your Berlin nightlife with a visit to this avant-garde dessert bar, where one of Germany's top pastry chefs, René Frank, and his talented team of cocktail experts await. After years at the prestigious three-Michelin-starred 'La Vie' in Osnabrück, Chef Frank now delights Berlin’s night owls with his intricate, sugar-free desserts, perfectly matched with some of the city’s finest cocktails, all served in a sleek, minimalist space.
Maison Han
Maison Han stands out among Berlin's Vietnamese Mytouries with its inventive breakfast dishes like pans and banh mi baguettes, paired with top-notch Vietnamese coffee sourced directly by the restaurant's own roasters. Amid the surge of modern Vietnamese spots in the city, Maison Han shines as one of the most intriguing options, offering a relaxed and trendy atmosphere ideal for breakfast or lunch.
Khwan
Khwan brings the heat with its Thai street food, featuring bold, smoky flavors cooked over open fire pits. The standout is their grilled chicken, perfectly smoked and complemented by a tangy sweet-and-sour chili sauce, delivering a punch akin to a fierce Thai boxer. Catch Khwan at bustling street food events like Bite Club or during their weekend pop-ups in the hidden warehouses of Friedrichshain’s RAW complex — just follow the smoke.
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