Berlin’s ever-evolving food scene is bursting with fresh arrivals, from *more* hand-pulled noodles to perfectly crisp focaccia sandwiches and bold fusions of Mediterranean and Japanese flavors, these new spots prove that the city’s culinary landscape is as dynamic as ever.
Hana
Created by Michelin-starred chef Gal Ben Moshe and Paris Katsampis of Bellboy, Berlin’s first Japaterranean dining experience fuses izakaya tradition with classic mezze, resulting in harmonious flavours like tahini udon noodles and wagyu katsu pita. Enjoy meticulously curated drinks, from rare Lebanese white wines to Kyoto plum liqueurs.
- Mohrenstr. 30, Mitte, details
Mr. Noodle Chen
Another hyped-up hand-pulled noodle spot? Just when you thought Berlin had reached peak noodle, here comes another place serving bowls of perfectly pulled, chewy lamian. There’s no particular twist here—except that it’s really good. The lamb skewers and “Chinese hamburgers” (Rou Jia Mo) are also worth a side order. Just arrive early: thanks to a few well-placed Instagram accounts featuring Mr. Noodle Chen, the last time we visited, there were already queues down the block.
- Willdenowstraße 12, 13353 Berlin, details
Focacciando
On busy days, Focacciando bake their focaccia hourly, keeping their sandwiches fluffy and delicious. Incorporating quality ingredients, their ‘Focaccia Pancetta’ is an especially tasty choice, loaded with cured pork, tomatoes, Gorgonzola cream, honey and walnuts.
- Boxhagener Str. 36, Friedrichshain, details
Fresia Bar
Berlin-based Peruvian DJ and artist Sofia Kourtesis brings her love for music and mixology to Kreuzberg with her brand-new spot, Fresia Bar. Sharing the name of her 2021 EP, Fresia is all about curated sounds and creative drinks, promising a vibrant yet intimate atmosphere.
- Paul-Lincke-Ufer 40, Kreuzberg, details
Ippai No Ramen
Inspired by Japan’s famous solo dining booths, guests order from a ticket machine and enjoy their ramen in solitude, with a small curtain opening just long enough to serve a steaming bowl of house-made noodles in a savoury broth. Want to bring your friends? Regular seating is also available.
- Gabriel-Max-Str. 2, Friedrichshain, details
