Umspannwerk Ost

New German Cuisine in an Impressive Industrial Setting

The listed Umspannwerk Ost now houses a restaurant with a theater hall and regularly held dinner shows. On the ground floor, where the restaurant with an open kitchen and seven-meter-high ceilings is located today, the machines of the converter hall used to operate. So, whoever books a table is literally sitting in history. The ambiance remains surprisingly hospitable: The fascinating surroundings consist of a huge, open space and two different levels for guests. Furthermore, the restaurant combines its location with real added value: It is a particularly practical hub for pre-show dinners or post-theater drinks, as it is connected to the nearby Kriminaltheater.

Umspannwerk Ost: Craftsmanship Meets Modern Interpretation

The kitchen focuses on German cuisine, but without falling into the nostalgia trap. Umspannwerk Ost focuses on German cuisine and scores with a combination of classic craftsmanship and modern ingredients. Every dish shows attention to detail and high quality of the products used. Particularly popular on the menu are the classics with finesse: The Zwiebelrostbraten (roasted onion beef) for example impresses with pink roast beef, fried onions, potato gratin, and a truffle jus that rounds off the dish flavorfully. Furthermore, the fried pike-perch fillet with chanterelles demonstrates how consistently the kitchen relies on high-quality regional seasonal products. Homemade roulades and dumplings as well as roast beef are also particularly highlighted by guests. To finish, it’s worth taking a look at the desserts: Besides caramel ice cream and chocolate soufflé, a crème brûlée with vanilla and caramelized raw sugar can also be found on the menu. So, whoever is looking for new German cuisine in Berlin that balances between down-to-earthness and sophistication is exactly right here.