Discover Berlin’s 200 best Local Soul spots for your trip

1.5-Hour Comedy Bus Tour in German

★ 4.5 · 1,256 reviews

Hop aboard Berlin's funniest bus ride for German speakers. Roll past the city's central landmarks while a comedic local guide riffs on Berlin's quirks and cultural in-jokes for 90 laugh-filled minutes.

Two and Two

★ 4.6 · 318 reviews

Discover Two and Two, a tiny Neukölln cafe locals actually claim as their own. Settle in with a two-euro canelé and fast WiFi, working or lingering at one of the laptop-friendly tables.

Am Schlachtensee

Discover Am Schlachtensee, a forest-fringed lake favored by Berlin locals. Walk or run the shoreline loop, then cool off with a summer swim in its clear water, away from the busier central lakes.

Doyum Restaurant

★ 4.0 · 2,141 reviews

Discover Doyum Restaurant, a no-frills Turkish kitchen in Kreuzberg locals swear by for its soups. Dig into generous, reasonably priced bowls of iskembe and paça çorbası that regulars call the best in Berlin.

Vux

★ 4.6 · 495 reviews

Discover Vux, a cozy vegan cafe tucked into Neukölln's local scene. Settle in laptop-free for good coffee, tempting cakes, and real conversation in a warm, LGBT-friendly space away from the tourist crowds.

Azzam Restaurant

★ 4.8 · 6,700 reviews

Discover Azzam, Sonnenallee's beloved shawarma institution. Gather a group to dig into enormous shared platters with distinctively spiced shawarma, then finish at the dessert counter locals swear by.

Oeuf

★ 4.3 · 527 reviews

Start your morning at Oeuf, a low-key breakfast spot tucked into Berlin's Wedding neighborhood, away from the crowded cafes of Mitte and Kreuzberg. Settle in for a simple, well-executed menu and coffee so good it's worth crossing continents for.

Prater Beer Garden

★ 4.3 · 6,520 reviews

Discover Prater Garten, Berlin's oldest beer garden since 1837, tucked away in Prenzlauer Berg. Order at the counter, claim a long table under the trees, and sample the rotating beer selection on a warm afternoon.

Örnek Lahmacun Grillhaus

★ 4.4 · 1,310 reviews

Discover Örnek Lahmacun Grillhaus, a Neukölln favorite loved by locals. Dig into excellent lahmacun and a generous, filling meal for around €7, perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or late-night bite.

Moabit

Explore Moabit, the quiet river island just north of Berlin's government quarter. Wander canal-side streets past Ottopark, then browse fresh produce and street food at the historic Arminius Markthalle.

Wedding

Explore Wedding, Berlin's working-class district still largely untouched by tourism. Wander Leopoldplatz for genuine multicultural street life and seek out inexpensive Vietnamese restaurants run by the local community.

rocket + basil

★ 4.6 · 834 reviews

Discover rocket + basil, a salad-forward brunch spot tucked away on Lützowstraße. Settle in for fresh, generously portioned salads and friendly service, with staff sometimes surprising a longer wait with a complimentary slice of cake.

Cafe Neue Liebe

★ 4.6 · 795 reviews

Discover Cafe Neue Liebe, tucked into Pankow's cozy corners and hailed as Berlin's best vegan breakfast spot. Dig into golden waffles or share a breakfast dips platter with bread, a full vegan brunch worth lingering over.

Wen Cheng

★ 4.6 · 3,227 reviews

Discover Wen Cheng, Pankow's beloved noodle spot with a queue that proves its worth. Settle in for well-executed Chinese noodle dishes and attentive service, a casual lunch or dinner locals keep coming back for.

Tucker Brunch Bar

★ 4.6 · 1,031 reviews

Discover Tucker Brunch Bar, a Friedrichshain favorite with a loyal local crowd. Settle in for an unhurried brunch paired with cocktails, soaking up the social, bar-forward vibe locals keep coming back to monthly.

Tempelhofer Feld

★ 4.6 · 29,582 reviews

Explore Tempelhofer Feld, Berlin's former airport turned open-air playground. Bike or skate down old runways, kite-surf across the grass, or picnic on taxiways spread over one of the world's largest urban green spaces.

Quatsch Comedy Club Berlin: Die Live Show Entry Ticket

★ 4.7 · 1,119 reviews

Discover Quatsch Comedy Club, Berlin's most established stage for live comedy. Settle in for a two-hour rotating lineup of stand-up and sketch acts that draws locals in Mitte most evenings from around 20:00.

Lon Men's Noodle House

★ 4.5 · 3,878 reviews

Discover Lon Men's Noodle House, Charlottenburg's queue-worthy dumpling spot. Join the local wait, then dig into steaming noodle soup and dumplings for a fast, filling lunch or dinner.

Volkspark Friedrichshain

★ 4.6 · 16,162 reviews

Explore Volkspark Friedrichshain, Berlin's oldest public park, where wooded paths wind past history hidden in plain sight. Climb the rubble-built Mont Klamott, linger by the fairy-tale fountain, or join locals for a relaxed grill session on the grass.

Brunch O'Clock – Healthy Brunch-Café

★ 4.8 · 304 reviews

Discover Brunch O'Clock, a hidden-gem brunch café tucked away on Kurfürstenstraße. Settle into a beautiful, welcoming atmosphere and enjoy attentive service alongside a health-focused menu that's earned near-perfect praise from those who've sought it out.

21 gramm

★ 4.6 · 1,236 reviews

Discover 21 gramm, a Neukölln favorite tucked along Hermannstraße. Settle in for standout coffee and creative pancakes like rhubarb or sourdough with scrambled eggs and mushrooms, no reservation needed.

Neumanns Café

★ 4.3 · 1,289 reviews

Settle into Neumanns Café on Friedrichshain's Gabriel-Max-Straße for a low-key coffee break. Order the reviewer-favorite chai latte alongside a fresh pastry, and enjoy the kind of consistency that keeps locals coming back.

Green Wall Coffee

★ 4.8 · 304 reviews

Discover Green Wall Coffee, a laid-back neighborhood café on Sophienstraße. Settle in with your dog for a well-balanced espresso macchiato that locals rate among Berlin's best.

Crêperie Melt

★ 4.7 · 1,601 reviews

Grab a budget-friendly breakfast or lunch at Crêperie Melt in Friedrichshain. Enjoy crepes made with care for dietary needs, then leave with a free pastry from the owner's famously warm hospitality.

Wilmersdorf

Wander Wilmersdorf, one of West Berlin's quietest and most refined residential quarters. Stroll tree-lined streets past grand Wilhelmine apartment buildings, embassies, and leafy squares, then seek out Rüdesheimer Platz's odd little Rhineland-style wine-village fountain.

Scheers Schnitzel

★ 4.7 · 3,727 reviews

Discover Scheers Schnitzel, a Friedrichshain favorite loved by locals near Warschauer Platz. Tuck into huge, crispy schnitzel with your choice of sauces, plus crunchy fries, all in a lively bar setting at great value.

Imren Grill

★ 4.4 · 1,434 reviews

Discover Imren Grill, a Wedding favorite locals swear by for Berlin's best Anatolian cooking. Dig into fresh lentil soup and warm pide, served fast and budget-friendly without any fuss.

Müggelsee

★ 4.6 · 1,137 reviews

Head to Müggelsee, Berlin's largest lake, tucked away on the city's eastern edge. Spend the day on its sandy beach, swim in the clean water, and relax at a lakeside café with a resort-like vibe.

Görlitzer Park

★ 4.0 · 6,924 reviews

Discover Görlitzer Park, Kreuzberg's buzzing green space built on a former railway station. Join locals cycling, running, and picnicking across the open lawns and sports courts in this lively, unpolished urban hangout.

Volkspark Rehberge

★ 4.5 · 4,005 reviews

Escape into the woodland calm of Volkspark Rehberge in Wedding. Wander shaded trails past small ponds and open meadows, and stop by the modest wildlife enclosure for a family-friendly break among the trees.