Five Elephant Kreuzberg

★ 4.4 (1,263)$ · Budget-friendly

Five Elephant's Kreuzberg location built its name on pour-over coffee made with visible care — reviewers mention watching a V60 prepared right at the counter as part of the experience — alongside a cheesecake that's become something of a local legend in its own right. The atmosphere is consistently described as quiet and calm, suited to a slower coffee break rather than a rushed stop. At 4.4 stars over more than 1,200 reviews, it pairs well with a visit to the neighborhood's other Kreuzberg cafés.

✨ Reasons to go

1V60 pour-over coffee is prepared table-side, letting you watch the brewing process from start to finish.
2The cheesecake has built a local reputation of its own, described by reviewers as citrusy and light.
3Rated 4.4 stars across more than 1,200 reviews, with a quiet atmosphere suited to slower visits or working.

💡 Good to know

1The V60 pour-over is worth ordering if you want to watch the brewing process
2pair it with a slice of the well-known cheesecake
3a calmer choice if you want to avoid Berlin's busier café crowds.

⏱️ Typical visit

25 min

🕰️ Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

Reichenberger Str. 101, 10999 Berlin-Bezirk Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Germany · Bezirk Friedrichshain-KreuzbergGoogle Apple

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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"I had a great experience visiting Five Elephant. The V60 was prepared right in front of me, so I could sit opposite the barista and watch the entire process, which made it even more enjoyable. I’d especially like to recommend Lana — she did an outstanding job both in communication and in preparing the V60. I was really impressed that she tasted the coffee after brewing, which shows a top-tier commitment to quality. Lana truly stands out for her warm attitude toward customers — she definitely deserves a raise!"

— bobo

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