Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Berlin, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Going Out
Berlin’s metropolitan charm is undeniable, its vibrancy and ability to exist in a state of perpetual change simply hypnotising. After years of separation, both cultural and political,... read more
Eating Out
The gastronomic range in Berlin, perhaps more than any other capital city in the world, has been highly influenced by the city’s historical divisions and ties, and the recent reformation... read more
Local Cuisine
Classic Berlin fare usually comes in two flavours, meat and meat, and is best sampled in a typical Kneipe (old-fashioned pub) topped off with lashings of creamy German... read more
Delivery & Takeaways
In Germany, the imbiss (snack) - or schnellimbiss (fast snack) - is a nationwide feature and is far more common than most famous brand fast food outlets.... read more
Hygiene
German restaurants, cafes, bars and imbisses have to conform to strict hygiene standards to remain open. Despite this, shipments of rotten kebab meat have been found in... read more
Tax & Service Charges
All sales in Germany, including those in restaurants, include an automatic 19% sales tax (mehwertsteur), so there’s no need to add this afterwards. If you’re dining out in... read more
Vegetarian Food
Germans are more than a little obsessed with the idea of organic living and eco-friendliness, so it is not surprising that there are over 700,000 bio (pronounced bee-o) business in Berlin... read more
Street Food
Forget sausage, if you want typical Berlin nosh, head to the nearest kebab imbiss (snack bar). The Döner Kebab, served in toasted pita bread with salad and... read more
Brunch
Buffet, especially on a Sunday, is one of Berlin’s quintessential culinary experiences. Essentially a late breakfast, the usual fare is a selection of brötchen, cheeses,... read more
