13 Locations
An insider tip is worth its weight in Berlin, a sprawling city where the best spots often hide in plain sight. From backstreet bars to under the radar restaurants, an insider tip here leads you past the tourist trail. This overview gathers Berlin locations known mostly to those in the know.
Tucked away in the courtyards of Mitte, the side streets of Neukoelln and the quieter corners of the east, these are the places locals keep coming back to. Unmarked bars, tiny kitchens and independent shops reward the curious, and word of mouth does the advertising. Half the pleasure is in the finding.
Browse the venues below to find an insider tip across Berlin, from hidden bars to local favourites.
Georgian cuisine with character: Kin Za in Berlin-Mitte, housed in the former Ramones Museum on Krausnickstraße, is so much more than a restaurant. Handmade Khinkali, freshly baked Khachapuri, and a completely self-built interior make this place one of the most idiosyncratic addresses in the city.
The Old Berlin pub Ausspanne offers exclusive and modernly interpreted Berlin cuisine in the heart of Berlin.
In the Scandinavian Quarter in Prenzlauer Berg, two sisters have brought Georgian cuisine to Berlin that feels as warm and genuine as a supra at home. Daia stands for generation-tested recipes, rare Qvevri natural wines, and the spirit of true Georgian hospitality.
Tsomi in Kollwitzkiez in Prenzlauer Berg combines modern, colorful design with traditional Georgian cuisine. The name means "dough" in Georgian – because bread has an ancient tradition in Georgia and is part of every dish. If you're looking for Khinkali, Khachapuri, and natural wines from the Caucasus, this is the right place.
Homemade Georgian cuisine in the heart of Kreuzberg, just a few steps from Kottbusser Tor: Gio's stands for hearty, no-frills soul food, with Khinkali and Khachapuri that taste, and are meant to taste, like grandma's recipe.
On Hohenzollerndamm in Wilmersdorf, Genazvale offers Georgian cuisine that could hardly be more traditional: rustic wooden ambiance, steaming Khinkali, and shashliks made according to old recipes. Anyone looking for Caucasus cuisine in Berlin will end up here sooner or later.
Those looking for Georgian cuisine in Friedrichshain that doesn't need to hide will find it on Mainzer Straße. The Golden Fleece Friedrichshain stands for handmade Khinkali, crispy Khachapuri from the stone oven, and Georgian wines that are rarely found in Berlin.
In Charlottenburg, near Amtsgerichtplatz, Sara & Gogi combines two of the most aromatically rich cuisines of the Middle East and the Caucasus: Georgia and Israel. The result is a menu full of walnuts, spices, and warmth that satisfies Berlin's longing for authentic dining culture.
In Schöneberg, on Gustav-Müller-Straße, a restaurant already carries its claim in its name: Stumari means "guest" in Georgian – and that's exactly how you feel here. Authentic Georgian cuisine, warm hospitality, and a wine list full of Qvevri rarities make Stumari one of the most compelling addresses for Georgian food in Berlin.
At Hackescher Markt in Mitte, directly under the S-Bahn arches, Supra serves Georgian cuisine as a complete experience: Khachapuri, Khinkali, and natural wines from the Caucasus meet folk music and dance. Those who dine here aren't just having dinner; they're in the midst of a Georgian feast.
In Charlottenburg, directly on Uhlandstraße, Saperavi serves uncompromising Georgian cuisine: juicy Khinkali, steaming Khachapuri, and a wine selection that lives up to the restaurant's name. For those who can't fly to Tbilisi, this is a compelling alternative.
The name tells it all: friends of rum will be in heaven at "Rum Trader" since the bar specialises in the most diverse rums.
Restaurant Ausspanne is crafting a delicious Easter menu for Easter 2019, featuring Easter eggs, Easter lamb, and homemade eggnog!