Cafe in the Literaturhaus (House of Literature)

Cafés

The streets of Berlin are choc-a-bloc full of cafés. They've got everything that you need for a good start to the day, from lactose-free latte macchiato to a hearty buffet. You can grab a quick coffee to go and take a walk through one of the many parks in Berlin. Join the hoards of digital nomads tapping away at their laptops while sipping flat whites. Meet friends and family over brunch with crunchy sourdough bread and a generous spread of cold cuts and jams. In some cases, the distinction between cafés and bars in Berlin is not that obvious. Many places will serve you delicious meals all day, pour you a hot cup of coffee to keep you awake and will mix you a cocktail later in the night. Versatility is what Berlin is all about!

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Berliner Kaffeerösterei Ku'damm

Experience the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans and try out any of the 100 varieties in one of the last private coffee roasters in Germany. The glass windows into the chocolate shop let you watch the master chefs make cakes and chocolate specialities and you can get your day off to a good …

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Schwarzes Cafe

Schwarzes Cafe is a relaxed all-day cafe and bar with an eclectic menu that will keep you satisfied from breakfast to dinner, plus scrumptious desserts. Catch a bit of sun and some friendly chatter on the courtyard …

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Café Restaurant Jolesch

Fine Austrian cuisine and pastries in a wonderful atmosphere with its own wine shop and cakes to take away. The deep-coloured dining rooms with large artworks envelop you in a feeling of …

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Jelänger Jelieber

Jelänger Jelieber is an authentic neighbourhood restaurant serving modern German food at fair prices. Drop by for lunch to take advantage of their day offers, which changes from day to day. You'll always find great vegetarian options here, …

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The Kaulsdorf Ice Cream Shop

Since 1997, this family business has been serving over 130 varieties of ice cream made from organic milk. The Kaulsdorf Ice Cream Shop also offers lactose-free ice cream. Fantastic option if you want to order a pie or cake for a special event. Family friendly, with good coffee for the adults — catch some …

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Coffee Pony

Coffee Pony is a recent addition to Berlin's coffee scene. Friendly and charismatic staff, fast WiFi, great food and even better coffee. Their Spanish-style cortado with condensed milk is an absolute …

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Spoonful (formerly Eismanufaktur)

Spoonful, still called Eismanufaktur by some locals, is a tiny little ice cream shop with a varied selection of ice cream flavours with no artificial colourings or flavourings. Try old classics like vanilla and pistachio or go for something more exotic like guava and white choc-parmezan. Great coffee, …

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Café Rix

Café Rix is a relaxed café-restaurant in a beautiful converted dance hall. Drop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or just to sip a cup of coffee while reading your favourite book. The cafe also hosts art events both inside and in their cosy …

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Wohnzimmerbar

Wohnzimmerbar is a great place for wine and evening cocktails, as well as great coffee and desserts. Pair your drinks with delectable small bites. Get into a retro mood with modern antique armchairs and mismatched furniture: vintage kidney-shaped tables and other furniture from the 50s and …

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Eispatisserie Hokey Pokey

Eispatisserie Hokey Pokey in Prenzlauer Berg has what is probably the best ice cream in Berlin. Try their creative flavours and check out the tiny boutique selling chocolates, pralines and t-shirts — awesome for small and sweet …

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Cafe Berio

Cafe Berio has been a central meeting point for Berlin’s gay and lesbian community since the 1970s. Come here for great coffee, creamy cakes, pastries and light meals. If you're lucky, you'll catch some live music. Their big outdoor terrace is cosy even when it's …

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DoubleEye

Schöneberg's open secret, DoubleEye is not playing around when it comes to coffee. The best baristas in Berlin take the art of coffee to the highest level here. Get your espresso classics, plus craft cold drip and iced espresso, lovingly made pastries and custard pies. You can also get great coffee beans for your …

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Café BilderBuch

BilderBuch is a lovely neighbourhood cafe with all day breakfast and friendly staff. Comfy seats, walls covered with art and good WiFi. Bring a book and spend an afternoon here, sipping great loose leaf tea. On warmer days, enjoy the cosy terrace with a huge red …

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Rote Beete Café & Bar

Rote Beete close to Winterfeldtplatz is here, whether you’re looking for a bar, a terrace, or a smoking lounge. The concept is quite simple: cool guests and staff, affordable drinks and a friendly …

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Café Sibylle

Sibylle is a cafe and museum with a permanent exhibition on the history of Karl-Marx-Allee with its Communist-era 'workers’ …

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Cafe in the Literaturhaus (House of Literature)

Café im Literaturhaus breathes historic, literary ambience of the late 19th-century villa. The menu changes weekly, so you'll always be surprised by something new. Enjoy a delicious meal, a coffee or attend a literary event. Catch some sun on their terrace or hide inside in the cosy …

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Cafe Vux

Cafe Vux serves Brazilian-inspired vegan cuisine in an understated, clean space with a wall of framed pictures. Everything they cook is vegan, homemade and fresh. Stop by for cakes, waffles, steamed bao buns and light …

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