16 Locations
Seafood lovers do well in Berlin despite the distance from the coast, thanks to good supply and ambitious kitchens. From oysters to mussels and grilled fish, seafood here turns up in fine restaurants and casual spots alike. This overview gathers Berlin locations for the freshest catch.
Fish restaurants and oyster bars around Charlottenburg and Mitte serve platters, shellfish and daily specials, while Mediterranean and Asian kitchens add their own seafood dishes. Fishmongers and market stalls sell fresh and smoked options to cook at home, and some spots fly in catch from the coasts. Booking helps at the popular fine dining rooms.
Browse the addresses below to find seafood across Berlin, from oyster bars to fish restaurants.
The Ganymed Brasserie is located on Schiffbauerdamm directly on the Spree, with views of the TV Tower and the Reichstag. The establishment has existed since 1931; during GDR times, Bertolt Brecht and Helene Weigel dined here. Specialties include oysters, seafood platters, and a tartare prepared at the table. Among French restaurants in Berlin, this offers the most classic setting.
The Seaside - The Fish Restaurant is located in Berlin-Mitte on Gendarmenmarkt and convinces fish fans and gourmet lovers with its wide range of fish and seafood.
On the Landwehr Canal in Kreuzberg, the restaurant ship van Loon is permanently anchored in Urbanhafen, combining maritime ambiance with fresh fish specialties and seasonal cuisine. Diners here enjoy water views, fireplace warmth, and a sun deck.
FunkyFisch on Kantstraße in Charlottenburg is arguably Berlin's coolest fish restaurant: Mondrian-inspired neon light, raw concrete ceiling, and a daily stocked fish display in the center of the room. Here, restaurateur The Duc Ngo cooks with Mediterranean and Asian influences, Michelin-awarded yet without stiffness.
Deep in the green, directly on the Lower Havel in Charlottenburg, lies Berlin's arguably oldest restaurant ship: the Alte Liebe. For over a century, this floating piece of Berlin history has defied the city noise and served hearty maritime cuisine with a view of the water.
Entrecôte is located on Schützenstraße in Mitte, just a few steps from Checkpoint Charlie. Since 1999, the establishment has been serving brasserie classics, from escargots and oysters to entrecôte with Pommes Allumettes. The steaks are pan-fried, not grilled, served with classic French sauces. A true classic among French restaurants in Berlin.
Peruvian Fish Religion in Kreuzberg: The Cevicheria on Dresdener Straße stands for freshly marinated seafood, artisanal care, and a small but consistently changing menu that brings Lima to Berlin.
The Fischfabrik Berlin in Prenzlauer Berg proves that fresh seafood doesn't require a white tablecloth. This small fish restaurant impresses with daily fresh catches, artisanal cuisine, and prices that are almost provocatively fair in this city.
In the historic Arminius Market Hall in Moabit, you'll find 'Der Fischladen' (The Fish Shop), which shows how fresh fish in Berlin can really taste. Honest fish cuisine with Berlin market hall atmosphere instead of a tourist trap.
On Großer Wannsee, directly by the water in Zehlendorf: Restaurant Seehaase is one of Berlin's most enduring addresses for fresh fish with a lake view. Boats sway in front of the terrace, the cuisine focuses on seasonal ingredients, and the ambiance delivers on the promise of its location.
Even Englishmen swear by the Fish & Chips Collection at the fish shop in Berlin, which is unique in the metropolis with its fresh counter, snack bar, and stylish fish restaurant.
The fish restaurant Lesendro on Prenzlauer Berg's Kollwitzplatz banks on Mediterranean flavours!
Spandau's Raymons offers you the entire bandwidth of seafood - from rusty fish creations like pickled herring housewife style and fillet of zander or a salad of mussels and octopus to more refined creations like monkfish wrapped in bacon.
Mr. Hai Life offers a special business lunch menu from Monday to Saturday with main courses from as little as 6,00 euro. Owner Tran Van Hai is the ambassador of a sophisticted Asian cuisine served in a laid-back metropolis atmosphere.
The Mondo Sardo is a classic Italian restaurant with Sardinian specialities, located in Prenzlauer Berg's Winsstraßen neighbourhood.