36 Locations
A specialty shop is where expertise meets passion, and Berlin is full of them. Rather than stock a bit of everything, a specialty shop goes deep on one thing, from tea to knives, vinyl or stationery. This overview gathers Berlin locations run by people who really know their subject.
Independent specialists across Mitte, Prenzlauer Berg and Kreuzberg focus on single categories with care, offering advice you will not get from a chain. From coffee and cheese to pens and plants, the owners tend to be enthusiasts, and the stock reflects it. Prices can be higher, but so is the quality and the know how.
Browse the addresses below to find a specialty shop across Berlin, from food to design and beyond.
Since 1995, viabella Dessous in Wilmersdorf's Güntzelkiez has been the go-to address for women who want to know what truly belongs under their clothes. This family-run business stands for professional bra fitting, carefully selected lingerie brands, and an atmosphere where you immediately feel at ease.
Custom-made lingerie is created for Berlin and Brandenburg in Woltersdorf. At the Marjan Dessous nach Maß studio, exclusive underwear is crafted, based not on standard sizes but exclusively on individual measurements.
Hirmer Große Größen in Steglitz, a specialist men's fashion store, offers a good selection of models and a variety of sizes in men's fashion.
Since 1998, Anna Dessous at Kurfürstendamm 49 in Charlottenburg has been one of Berlin's most renowned addresses for the finest lingerie, elegant swimwear, and luxurious nightwear from the world's best brands.
Costumes with small jackets from the 40s, dresses with wide swinging skirts with narrow waists from the 50s and sequins trimmed sleeveless sheath dresses from the sixties, at Fräulein Anders vintage boutique fans can really draw on the fullness.
Since 1971, Lady M in Wilmersdorf has been the Berlin address for women who make no compromises when it comes to lingerie and exclusive underwear. On 120 square meters, selected brands meet personalized advice that lives up to its name.
In Berlin-Mitte, not far from Unter den Linden, Doppel D has made a name for itself as a fitting studio and lingerie shop for large cup sizes. For bras and lingerie from D-cup upwards, it offers one of Berlin's most extensive selections, combined with personal advice that truly fits.
MK Brautmode is a premium dealer for wedding dresses in Berlin Mitte, offering exclusive designer models and elegant collections.
The Steiff Gallery on Kurfürstendamm is well guarded by a life-sized Steiff brown bear - but many other Steiff animals are also waiting for new owners.
Anyone in Friedrichshain looking for serious tea will sooner or later end up at Bohea Teehandlung on Niederbarnimstraße. This specialty tea shop stands for rarities from Asia, uncompromising quality, and unparalleled advice.
In the elegant Berlin flagship store of the traditional porcelain manufacturer Villeroy & Boch on Kurfürstendamm, you can find enchanting porcelain accessories for the Christmas season.
The operators "Eat the World" offer a culinary city walk through Berlin for gournets.
In Schöneberg, you'll find large-sized bras, exclusive brands, and expert advice: Körpernah Dessous has been around since 1990. On 75 square meters of retail space in Maaßenstraße, Berlin's strongest selection of cups from A to L awaits, plus an in-house tailoring service for the perfect fit.
Weinladen Schmidt on Heinsestraße is the Hermsdorf branch of a Berlin wine merchant that has been family-owned since 1964. The assortment includes around 415 wines, with the Palatinate region being the most represented. Once a month, there's a neighborhood tasting starting from 44 Euros, and for wine gifts, chocolates and pralines from Erich Hamann and Sawade are available.
The traditional Spandau specialty shop for handmade Christmas articles from the Ore Mountains offers products from over 120 manufacturers from across the entire Ore Mountains region.
The stylish shop Whisky & Cigars on Sophienstraße in Mitte has been around for a long time and offers whisky, rum, and cigars, along with noble accessories.
Located on a side street near Hackescher Markt in Berlin-Mitte, this small, exquisite lingerie address combines quality, style, and sustainability. The name says it all: Linienstraße plus Lingerie equals Linierie, offering a curated assortment ranging from delicate lace to puristic cotton.
Neumann-Gewürze und Heilkräuter in Berlin Friedenau/Schönberg is a professional among spice dealers, enticing with a huge selection of spices from all over the world.
This traditional specialty store in Schöneberg is specialized in large and extra-large sizes for men. At Große Größen Betex, you'll find everything from suits and leather jackets to nightwear.
Those looking for professional natural cosmetics advice in Prenzlauer Berg will find exactly what they need on Schönhauser Allee. Since 1991, Tiaré has stood for certified natural cosmetics, a wide organic range, and professional cosmetic treatments under one roof.
In Berlin-Mitte, on Friedrichstrasse, Feine Wäsche has established itself as the premier destination for exclusive lingerie, luxurious nightwear, and high-quality swimwear. The specialty shop stands for carefully curated collections from international top brands and advice that truly listens.
Located on Wühlischstraße in Friedrichshain, Le Boudoir by Bohème Sauvage is Berlin's most sophisticated costume rental for the Golden Age of the Weimar Republic. Charleston dresses, feather boas, pearl necklaces, and Art Deco accessories await all who want to not only celebrate but also wear the nightlife of the Roaring Twenties.
If you don't want to compromise for your child, Schöneberg is the right place for you: The children's furniture store KLEIN-HOLZ has been focusing on pollutant-free, grow-with-me children's furniture made from high-quality materials for over 40 years. Not an anonymous furniture store, but an owner-managed specialist shop with genuine advice and personality.
If you visit Modellbahnen am Mierendorffplatz with train enthusiasts, you'll need to plan plenty of time, as it's hard to get the kids to leave.
Superschlüpfer in Friedrichshain is not just a specialty underwear store, but also a modern alternative to the classic lingerie shop.