Noodles

In Mulackstraße in Berlin-Mitte, small bowls full of flavor are steaming: Iimori Ramen serves authentic Japanese ramen in a minimalist setting. Both the meat varieties and the vegan ramen alternatives at the restaurant are arguably the best in the city.

Naples meets Mitte: At Capvin on Weinbergsweg and in the Rosenhöfe, World Champion Vincenzo Capuano's pizza stands for uncompromising craftsmanship. The cloudy, airy dough made from specially developed Nuvola flour and ingredients directly from Naples make this pizzeria a go-to address in Berlin.

Alma Mia in Giesebrechtstraße, Charlottenburg, reinterprets Cucina della Nonna: seasonal, regional, honest. Instead of mass-produced goods, you'll find homemade pasta and a menu consistently focused on quality.

In Wilmersdorf, near Brandenburgische Straße, Hage Ramen hides like a small Japanese home kitchen in the heart of Berlin's western district. The broths simmer here for ten hours, the noodles come directly from Hokkaido, and the restaurant is typically Japanese and minimalist in design.

Iro Izakaya in Alt-Treptow, just a few minutes' walk from Treptower Park, brings the warm, living-room atmosphere of a Japanese izakaya to the neighborhood. Handmade ramen, sushi, and small Japanese tapas for Berliners craving particularly intense ramen.

At Georg-Grosz-Platz in Charlottenburg, Paulo Scutarro serves top-level Italian cuisine – with a pizza oven from Modena and a pizzaiolo who was among the best in the world at the World Championship. Anyone looking for authentic stone oven pizza on Kudamm is in the right place here.

In the second courtyard of Flughafenstraße in Neukölln awaits one of Berlin's most unique Italian restaurants: Lavanderia Vecchia transformed an old laundry into a trattoria that, with dishtowels on the ceiling, an open show kitchen, and a fixed menu, sounds, smells, and tastes as if you've just stepped into Southern Italy.

Five minutes from Alexanderplatz, in Friedrichshain, Impasto Rosso serves handmade pasta and thinly rolled pizza with authentic Italian ingredients in a relaxed, uncomplicated atmosphere.

On Kastanienallee in Prenzlauer Berg, at Hako Ramen, you slurp as it should be: gladly loud, deliciously hot, and the broth down to the last drop. The traditional Japanese noodle soup here is free of flavor enhancers and tastes particularly aromatic and intense.

Maria's Christmas menu at Osteria Maria in Berlin's Steglitz district culinarily entices from December 1st to 31st, 2025, with a 5-course winter menu. This seasonal menu guarantees Italian sophistication and a harmonious variety of flavors for all connoisseurs during the festive season.

Ramen in Berlin, from a southwestern perspective: Midori on Steglitzer Damm brings Japanese noodle soup culture to one of the city's quieter neighborhoods. Small, cozy, and with a menu that offers other Japanese specialties like sushi in addition to ramen.

Literally worth a sin: Vale un Peccato in Wilmersdorf offers authentic trattoria cuisine, far removed from Berlin tourism and close to how Italians themselves eat. Sicilian signature, Venetian host, and a terrace where you can easily forget the hustle and bustle of Berlin.

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.

Hidden in a backyard off Leydenallee in Steglitz, you'll find one of Berlin's most atmospheric Italian restaurants: Osteria Maria welcomes its guests in painted cellar vaults, with Sardinian wines and live music that won't let anyone stay seated.

In Prenzlauer Berg, on Sredzkistraße, Ristorante Mjalt stands for sophisticated Calabrian cuisine. The name means "Honey" in Albanian and is the motto: warmth, hospitality, and dishes that impress with carefully selected ingredients.

If you're looking for a trattoria without a tourist trap in Berlin-Mitte, you'll find it on Torstraße: Galleria Italiana stands for homemade pasta, a concise menu, and a family warmth that distinctly sets it apart from the hip street life outside.

What started as a delicatessen is now one of the most renowned Italian restaurants in Prenzlauer Berg: Delizie D'Italia on Kollwitzstraße stands for handmade pasta, fish, and meat from the Campania region, served with true Southern Italian temperament.

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.

Trattoria Cinque at Boxhagener Platz in Friedrichshain is Berlin's answer to the classic Northern Italian trattoria: homemade pasta, honest ingredients, and an ambiance that feels familiar after the second visit.

Neapolitan cuisine in the neighborhood: Caputo Pepino in Berlin Neukölln, directly on Sanderstraße, stands for authentic Mediterranean pasta and pizza from Southern Italy. Fresh ingredients, a family-like atmosphere, and a chef who learned his craft from scratch.

Right on the Spree in Berlin-Mitte, with a view of the Berlin Cathedral and Museum Island: La Ciccia combines a generous waterfront location with rustic charm and Italian cuisine centered around hand-picked ingredients.

Anyone looking for handmade pasta in Weißensee will sooner or later end up on Langhansstraße. PastaLaden is a small Italian restaurant with Sardinian influences, a weekly changing menu, and dishes that taste like more than just a quick lunch.

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.

Pasta Pls! in Prenzlauer Berg stands for uncomplicated tagliatelle cuisine with a clear focus: fresh pasta, creamy sauces, and a modular concept that lets guests decide for themselves. Fast, honest, without much fuss, but with pasta that makes you full and happy.