Asian

At Monbijouplatz in Berlin-Mitte, right next to Monbijoupark, Dae Mon serves so-called "Open Minded Cuisine": Korean-Japanese cuisine with European influences, staged so atmospherically that an evening here begins the moment you step inside.

TAKUMI NINE 1 on Pappelallee was the first Takumi location in Berlin, serving Sapporo-style ramen with rich broths and homemade noodles. The Tori Shoyu Ramen costs 15.00 Euros, the vegan Katsu bowl 19.50 Euros. Among the ramen shops in Berlin, this is the go-to ramen spot for Prenzlauer Berg. The menu is intentionally kept short.

In the backyard of Reichenberger Straße in Kreuzberg, Buya Ramen Factory serves handmade noodle soups that are almost too good for a quick lunch. Fresh noodles, locally sourced ingredients, and about half of the menu is vegan! This is how ramen is done in Berlin.

On Bleibtreustraße, in the heart of Charlottenburg, DUDU 31 serves sushi with a unique signature rarely found in Berlin: Vietnamese roots meet Japanese craftsmanship and South American accents. The result are creations that go far beyond classic maki and nigiri.

Japanese cuisine in all its breadth, served in the cozy Kollwitzkiez in Prenzlauer Berg: Chotto unites ramen, sushi, udon, and Izakaya bites under one roof, complemented by an interior made from recycled furniture that has as much character as the cuisine itself.

UMAMI originated in Prenzlauer Berg, but its Asian fusion cuisine has long since established itself at several locations throughout the city. Southeast Asian flavors meet European influences, the interior evokes 1950s Indochina - and the menu offers a solution for every appetite.

In Charlottenburg, right around the corner from Tiergarten, EArth Tokyo Ramen has established itself as one of Berlin's most authentic Japanese ramen spots. The broths here are served after long hours of cooking, and the craftsmanship behind them is distinctly Japanese. Anyone looking for genuine ramen in Berlin should definitely stop by.

Korean BBQ, fermented kimchi, and an atmosphere that reflects Kreuzberg at its most vibrant: Kimchi Princess on Skalitzer Straße has been one of Berlin's most renowned Asian restaurants for over 15 years, attracting guests from all over the world to its long wooden tables.

Chutnify in Prenzlauer Berg demonstrates how much Indian cuisine has to offer beyond the standard menu. The South Indian-inspired restaurant, founded by Aparna Aurora, has been known for over ten years for homemade chutneys, crispy dosas, and regional dishes from across the subcontinent. There are now three locations in Berlin.

Since 2005, Aiko in Berlin-Mitte has stood for uncompromising Japanese cuisine: fresh sushi, teppanyaki from the show kitchen, and a minimalist ambiance right by Rosenthaler Platz. Small, reliable, open daily.

Copenhagen meets Japanese cuisine on Potsdamer Straße in Mitte: Sticks'n'Sushi combines imperial sushi tradition with yakitori skewers from Japanese street food - all in an interior as thoughtfully designed as the menu itself.

At the turn of the year, the restaurant Sticks'n'Sushi in Potsdamer Straße invites you to an exclusive New Year's Eve dinner with Japanese creations.

Shaniu's House of Noodles on Pariser Straße has been hand-pulling its noodles since 2013 and is considered a pioneer among Berlin's hand-pulled noodle shops. Owner Xiangshi Cui cooks Shanghainese cuisine, with the spicy beef noodle soup being a classic. Among noodle soup shops in Berlin, it is one of the most affordable: almost all noodle soups cost 10.00 Euros.

Located between Winsviertel and Kollwitzkiez, in the heart of Prenzlauer Berg, A-Petit serves Asian cuisine with a true sense of lightness: fusion sushi, Vietnamese classics, and Asian tapas in a charming restaurant with vintage appeal and an outdoor terrace.

Located on Charlottenburg's Kantstraße, just a few steps from Kurfürstendamm, Good Friends has been the benchmark for Cantonese cuisine in Berlin since 1993. Authentic, straightforward, and city-renowned - not least because Michelin-starred chef Tim Raue is a regular guest here.

In Steglitz, not far from Schloßstraße, Akiko Sushi stands for what good sushi in Berlin is all about: fresh ingredients, honest Japanese cuisine, and prices that pleasantly surprise. No frills, no fusion hype, just genuine taste.

Hidden in the courtyard between Uhlandstraße and Lietzenburger Straße, right by the Ku'damm in Charlottenburg, ZEN Restaurant is a tranquil address for upscale Asian dining. Vietnamese cuisine meets Japanese sushi art here, served in a stylish ambiance with an open show kitchen.

Mia Ramen in Alt-Tegel serves steaming bowls with miso broth, homemade dumplings, and plenty of sushi. Those looking for honest Asian cuisine in northwest Berlin will find fair-priced options here.

Located in Berlin-Mitte, on Rosenthaler Straße, Đistrict Một transports guests directly to the street kitchens of Saigon. Colorful plastic stools, neon signs, and the aroma of Pho and Bun Cha make this Vietnamese restaurant one of the most authentic addresses in the city.

Pho Phan on Hermannstraße is one of the few soup restaurants in Berlin-Neukölln where soup truly forms the core of the menu: Phở, glass noodle soup, and rice noodle soup are each available with chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, along with Thai appetizers. Per person, costs are between 10 and 20 Euros, and only cash is accepted.

On the Landwehr Canal in Neukölln, Life Berlin Ramen serves authentic Japanese cuisine so good you'll wonder why you ever ate anywhere else. Small menu, large portions. Tip: The vegetable broth with sesame, homemade spicy miso, chopped tofu, chili oil, and nori seaweed is a must-try.

In Berlin-Spandau, JaVi 92 Restaurant serves Japanese-Vietnamese fusion cuisine that stands out from other ramen restaurants with its extensive menu. Ramen meets sushi, and diners quickly understand why this establishment is one of the most popular Asian restaurants in West Berlin.

In the backyard of an old factory in Moabit, between brick walls and train tracks, the Kulturfabrik Moabit's Open-Air Cinema shows films every summer that are rarely seen on a screen in Berlin. Admission is free, the atmosphere unique.

At the quieter end of Kudamm in Charlottenburg, DONGNAM Coffee Lab has made a name for itself as one of Berlin's most exciting matcha spots. Southeast Asian coffee culture, creamy matcha lattes, and handmade crepe cakes meet a warm, bamboo-infused interior here, transporting guests on a short trip to Asia.

Chay Village on Eisenacher Straße has been cooking completely vegetarian since 2011, with around 80 percent of the menu being vegan. Among the soup kitchens in Berlin, this is perhaps the largest meat-free selection: eight large soups and four appetizer soups, from Phở with tofu to glass noodle soup and coconut milk soup. The large bowls cost 12.00 Euro.