The tables to know

How to choose

For one gala evening, book Rutz. For a shorter meal, look at lunch menus, often cheaper. If you want to taste German cooking without stars, see what to eat in Berlin.

What to avoid

Do not book through a third-party site rather than the restaurant's own. Do not count on a table without a reservation, sometimes opened several weeks ahead. Cancel in time: some houses ask for a deposit. For a less formal guided meal, a Mitte food tour is a good alternative: see food tours in Berlin.