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Mama Cook

Kreuzberg

Nahaufnahme einer dampfenden Pho-Suppe von Mama Cook mit Rindfleisch, Bohnensprossen und Thaibasilikum.
© Ananas J, Unsplash

Vietnamese cuisine based on original recipes, affordable prices, and a colorful ambiance in the heart of Kreuzberg: Mama Cook on Hedemannstraße is a reliable spot for anyone looking for more than just average during their lunch break.

Mama Cook: Vietnamese Comfort Food in Kreuzberg

Anyone looking to eat an affordable lunch in Berlin without sacrificing taste will sooner or later end up at Hedemannstraße 10. Mama Cook is an Asian restaurant in Kreuzberg that has been attracting regulars from the neighborhood and tourists alike for years. The cuisine is based on original Vietnamese recipes: warming pho soups, fried udon and rice noodles, crispy duck in garlic sauce, or fresh rice paper rolls with peanut dip. Plus, the aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, and star anise already whet your appetite as soon as you enter the restaurant. Lunch costs on average between 20 and 25 Euros per person, with guests consistently praising the strong value for money. Many also simply grab something to take away during their lunch break.

Halal, Vegetarian, Vegan: Something for Everyone

The affordable lunch at Mama Cook works so well also because the menu is truly diverse. All meat is halal-certified, and vegetarian and vegan dishes can be easily put together. Tofu, various types of rice, mushrooms, and fresh herbs make many dishes meat-free without much effort. Those using NeoTaste can even find 2-for-1 offers on selected curries there. The restaurant also has a terrace, so lunch breaks can take place outdoors in the summer. A total of over 4,000 reviews on Restaurant Guru and a Google rating of 4.6 speak for themselves. Mama Cook is one of the most reliable Vietnamese addresses for an affordable lunch in Berlin.

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Erfahrungsbericht vom 13.08.2026

Price Level

Goi Cuon Summer Rolls 4.60 Euros, Red Curry 10 Euros, Bun Bo Nam Bo 10.50 Euros, fried noodles with chicken 10.50 Euros, Pho Hanoi large 10.90 Euros

Opening Hours

Mon to Fri 11:30 to 23:00, Sat and Sun 13:00 to 23:00

Public Transport

U6 Kochstraße approx. 400 meters, U1, U3 and U6 Hallesches Tor approx. 500 meters

Cuisine

Vietnamese with Pho, Bun, Summer Rolls and Curries, each dish with choice of ingredient

Vegetarian

Almost all dishes can be ordered with tofu instead of meat

Seating

140 seats in air-conditioned rooms, plus an outdoor area

Reservation

Tables can be booked online, spontaneous visits are usually possible at lunchtime

Halal

All meat products are halal certified

Parking

Parking management applies around Hedemannstraße

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 11:30–23:00
  • Tuesday: 11:30–23:00
  • Wednesday: 11:30–23:00
  • Thursday: 11:30–23:00
  • Friday: 11:30–23:00
  • Saturday: 13:00–23:00
  • Sunday: 13:00–23:00

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