Brechts Steakhaus

Brechts Steakhaus: History Meets Meat Culture

Bertolt Brecht’s former regular haunt, within sight of the Berliner Ensemble on Schiffbauerdamm, now bears the name of the great playwright and has long established itself as a firm address for meat lovers in Berlin-Mitte. After extensive renovations, the historic building was reopened in late summer 2016 as a modern steak restaurant. What remains is the exceptional location: directly on the famous Schiffbauerdamm, right on the Spree riverbank. If you’re looking for a chic restaurant on the water in Berlin, this is the right place.

The Schlemmeratlas (Gourmet Atlas) named the riverside restaurant one of the 50 best steakhouses in Germany. This is no coincidence. Hand-picked farmers, proven quality, and the strictest guidelines determine the standards by which cattle breeds are raised in Australia, Nebraska, or Ireland. The restaurant also operates its own butchery kitchen, where whole cattle are portioned according to in-house standards. Selected cuts then mature in the in-house dry ager for an even more intense aroma.

Terrace, Spree View, and More

The spacious Spree terrace is one of the largest in the city and offers a wide view of the flowing water. Inside, guests can expect a stylish brasserie design with plenty of wood and elegant understatement. The menu also impresses with its breadth: in addition to prime cuts, dry-aged steaks, tartare, roast beef, fillets, and burgers, there is also a spicy halloumi burger for vegetarians and butterfish and salmon steak for fish fans. On Sundays, Brechts Steakhaus also invites guests to a 3-course steak tasting from 13:00 to 15:00. Either way: as a chic restaurant on the water with culinary substance, this establishment in Mitte cuts a remarkably good figure.