Luwak Cafe

Luwak Cafe: Bagels with real breakfast appeal

Anyone looking for a good bagel in Friedrichshain will sooner or later end up at Neue Bahnhofstraße 30. Luwak Cafe is considered an underestimated insider tip that scores with large portions, fresh ingredients, and fair prices. The bagel selection is wider than one initially expects. Options include classics like cream cheese with salmon and cucumbers, cream cheese with pesto, mozzarella, and arugula, as well as hummus variations with chicken or falafel. Everything seems well thought out, not arbitrarily thrown together.

Those who prefer a more extensive breakfast in the morning can opt for the breakfast plate. It comes with hummus, tomatoes, menemen spread, olives, mixed salad, avocado, jam, three falafel, and a bagel. In addition, there’s Matcha Latte and Specialty Coffee, as the team at Ostkreuz clearly values latte art and expertly prepared coffee.

Breakfast at Ostkreuz: When the neighborhood is still asleep

Luwak Cafe opens daily from 8:30 AM and closes at 6:00 PM. This makes it one of the few places in Friedrichshain that open early and offer more than just a quick croissant. If you want to come with your laptop: the cafe is also recommended for remote work, featuring fast Wi-Fi and a pleasant atmosphere. The lunch menu is also impressive. The lunch special offers soup, bread, and a bagel for just under nine euros. In short: Luwak Cafe delivers solid breakfast and lunch enjoyment without straining your wallet.