Ambitious but not over-the-top, artsy but not pretentious, AlpenStueck offers Austrian and south German classics served in a cool ambience. Everything from the strudel crust to...

The gentle minimalism of the decor - big picture windows, basic furnishings and nothing but a few old maps and prints on the walls - is a relief in an increasingly pretentious...

At last, true French bistro fare in a low-key yet Gallic-elegant atmosphere. Once a kebab stand, this teensy restaurant has space for only 22 diners inside, but Berliners line...

Prominent in the renovated courtyard downstairs from the Sammlung Hoffmann gallery, and serving American-style coffee and snacks and light meals, this is a popular stop for...

In the late 19th century, the original Borchardt opened next door at no.48. It became the place to be for politicians and society folk, but was destroyed in World War II. Now...

This DDR relic now boasts all mod cons: 18 lanes, pool tables, darts, pinball machines and a restaurant.

This small and stylish Hackesche Höfe café fills with insiders who know that the food here is better - and better-priced - than the stuff in the larger places in the first Hof....

This unassuming but right-on wine bar with simple and wholesome meals is owned by a former DDR rock musician now continuing his family's gastronomy tradition, and given the...

This cosy bistro-type restaurant with dim lighting and overstuffed furniture may look a bit second-hand but after a drink or two it starts to look like the attic of some faded...

Run by women from a therapy group of former addicts. There are readings and exhibitions but absolutely no drugs or alcohol. Packed at lunchtime, quiet at night.

This impeccably designed store - Berlin's answer to Colette in Paris - offers a select mix of men's and women's fashion, accessories, electronics, books, music, art and even...

Owned by 103, the bar next door, this vogueish place is named for Gordon W, a minor celebrity chef from Canada, who devised its wacky fusion menu of 'naan pizzas', 'rice...

For fans of the Northern California-style burrito, this is a true haven. Black beans and lime rice mix with fresh greens and a choice of fillings, such as grilled chicken,...

Steak and frites in a brasserie ambience close to Checkpoint Charlie. The food is simple but well prepared and Fred's Special Sauce, a mixed herb remoulade, is excellent. The...