The Best Beer Gardens to Visit in Berlin this Summer
Last updated: August 8, 2024
It’s beer garden season! Whether you just want a place to hang with friends or are in the mood for tasty Bier und Brat, you’re in the right place. Take a look at this great mix of Berlin beer gardens below!
Prater
First opened in 1837, Prater is the oldest beer garden in Berlin! It’s a nice introduction to beer gardens in Berlin given its straightforward, yet high-spirited energy. It’s one of the most traditional beer gardens in Berlin, complete with the classic long wooden benches and tables.
I don’t love the pretzels here, so I typically stick to the wurst. Like any classic Berlin beer garden, a few beers, a single type of wine in each color, and a small assortment of alcohol-free beers and fizzy drinks are available. You can also try Radler here, which is a mixed drink that’s half beer and half lemonade or lemon soda. If you prefer a less boozy drink or want something sweeter than classic beer, then it’s an excellent option!
Update 2024: According to Google reviews it seems like they’ve toyed with their queue system for the 2024 season in a way that most people don’t seem to appreciate. I haven’t visited this year yet, so I’ll have to update you guys later, but keep in mind that their queue system might be kind of a drag.
Kastanienallee 7-9 | Prenzlauer Berg
Card and cash accepted.
Café am Neuen See
Café am Neuen See is located inside of one of Berlin’s best-known parks, Tiergarten. Cozy up next to the Neuer See and enjoy a soft hearty pretzel or mug of beer. You can find several options for food in their self-service area including Bratwurst (classic and vegan), turkey steak, salad, and halloumi. They’re a little more on the pricier side as far as beer gardens go, but not too crazy. I’d also try to visit at a time closer to midday or on a weeknight if possible because the garden tends to get busy on weekend evenings.
Past that, it’s a pretty spot secluded in a tree-filled and water-adjacent area of the city. It’s honestly one of the most picturesque gardens in Berlin! They also have a restaurant on site, but I recommend the beer garden way more!
Lichtensteinallee 2 | Tiergarten
Card and cash accepted.
Visiting Munich this summer? Check out: The Beer Garden Guide to Munich.
Tempel Garten
This newer garden is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon if you’re in the area visiting Tempelhof! Tempelhof is famed for being Berlin’s former airport turned park, as well as being one of the largest urban open-air spaces in the world. This garden is quirky, relaxed, and a nice place to grab a drink after cycling around the park a bit.
I visited on a day the kitchen was indicated as closed, but they still sold items like Bratwurst, pasta salad, and pretzels, so I’m not sure if they sell more items on other days. I didn’t try any food, but my friend was a fan of the food! I also have to mention that their drinks menu is much more diverse than your average beer garden ranging from Affogato to pitchers of Aperol Sprtiz. If you’re looking for something alcohol-free give Fassbrause a try.
Tempelhofer Feld, Gebäude 462 | Tempelhof
Card and cash accepted.
Holzmarkt 25
Holzmarkt 25 is a fun riverside spot if you want to visit more of a trendy and local hang-out spot rather than a traditional German beer garden. Its eclectic nature and unique space mixed with outdoor seating and drinks make it easy to stay for a while. Basically, if you’re in the market for a beer garden and want to go to a place that does a good job of showcasing Berlin’s charm and character, then I think you’ll like this place.
They normally stop selling food by mid-evening, and if they happen to be selling pizza, go for it. They’re really tasty, especially the rosemary cheese. The samosa chaat is also very good.
It also has some pretty interesting history. Get there earlier to snag a spot along the water, but there’s always a place to sit somewhere at Holzmarkt. Take some time to explore the space! If you haven’t found the boat, you haven’t seen it all yet.
Holzmarktstraße 25 | Mitte
Card and cash accepted.
Golgatha
Golgatha is a beer garden located on the south end of Kreuzberg’s Viktoriapark. It’s an awesome garden if you’re keen to try lots of German food. I first tried a pretzel here (a pretty good pretzel at that), and later returned to taste their German potato salad after a friend of mine recommended I try it! It was quite tasty, clearly freshly prepared, and had an excellent crunch from the chopped Granny Smith apple slices. Their Brat is good too, but the bread they serve it in is too dry.
The prices for drinks are pretty reasonable, although the food costs a little higher than average. For the quality, it’s worth it though. They also have a fair mix of vegan options! Afterwards, you can roam the tree-filled Viktoriapark and get a look at the waterfall at the center of the park. Last I checked the water wasn’t running, but hopefully, it’s back to normal soon.
Katzbachstraße | Kreuzberg
Card only for outside food and drink stalls. Cash accepted inside.
Biergarten am Schlachtensee
This casual beer garden can get quite busy on weekends, particularly when it’s sunny, and is conveniently located right next to a swimmable and scenic lake. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and drink a stein or two with a plate of Currywurst and fries.
Fischerhüttenstraße 136 | Schlachtensee
Cash only.
Republik
This artsy and kitschy beer garden is a chill spot for drinks and food. In the courtyard, you’ll find a bus converted into a bar mixed with classic beer garden benches and reclined seats. They typically offer one food option with a rotating menu featuring local vendors. Last I saw Santa Mamma was there, and they make some pretty dang good gnocchi! If there’s no food on offer that evening, they’re next door to the kebab shop Döner Box so you can always grab a late-night bite from there as well. You’ll of course also find beer and some other classic beer garden drinks like cider.
Köpenicker Straße 74 | Mitte
Cash only.
Birgit & Bier
This eastside beer garden is a beer garden with more of a party vibe. They don’t get too crazy, but oftentimes there’ll be a couple of DJs and open-air dance floors. Because of its club-meets-beer-garden kind of vibe, there is usually a cover charge ranging from €5 to €15, however, you can typically avoid that by arriving earlier in the day (before 8 PM usually). If they have set music acts then they’ll charge you a cover either way, but you can get a discounted rate by reserving a ticket online beforehand.
The space is cool in general and there’s plenty of little details to discover. They sell pizza, beer, cocktails, and coffee. Spend your time chilling in their eclectic space or getting groovy to techno beats in the sun.
Schleusenufer 3 | Kreuzberg
Cash and card accepted.
BRLO Brwhouse
BRLO’s beer garden is simple, stylish, and surrounded by the open Gleisdreieck Park and modern neighboring apartments. They’re a well-known Berlin-based microbrewery so you might see their drinks at Spätis around the city. Since this is a craft beer spot at heart, you’ll have more than the usual handful of beers to choose from. They customarily offer six beers on tap, ten bottled beers, and an assortment of ciders, soft drinks, wine, and schnapps.
I am a fan of their ciders and especially enjoy their Wild Berry variation. You can also find a nice variety of food here on weekends! Walk around the outdoor area to see everything they have for sale that day, but as long as you don’t arrive too late (like before 9:30 PM) there should be at least a few spots open selling items like mac n’ cheese, hummus, watermelon salad, pickles, grilled meat, housemade beef jerky, and more. Most of the stalls are both card and cash-friendly, but I believe the grill station is cash-only so bring a little just in case!
Schöneberger Straße 16 | Kreuzberg
Card and cash accepted.
Jules
Jules is next door to BRLO and is typically its quieter neighbor unless they’re hosting a concert or street food stalls. Jules typically serves up a few beers on tap, coffee, and pizza in a contemporary and casual environment.
Luckenwalder Straße 6b | Kreuzberg
Card only.
Klunkerkranich
Klunkerkranich’s top attraction is their beautiful view of Berlin’s city skyline. At sunset, it really becomes one of the most picturesque places in the city. Unfortunately, everyone else thinks so too, so you can easily end up in a one hour line around sunset and end up spending your time in a less-than-pleasant parking structure located above one of Neukölln’s malls. To be fair, you can still get a great view from the parking structure so you’re welcome to take the elevator up to the fifth floor of the Neukölln Arkaden parking structure to admire the view, then take off to a different bar in Neukölln if the line is too long.
As a result, I’d advise you to arrive just before opening time on weekdays and around midday on weekends. If you stick around long enough you’ll catch sunset, but honestly, the view is beautiful at all times of the day. The cover charge to enter should be around €6. Food like nachos and other small bites are offered. It’s generally a bit pricier for Berlin, but worth visiting at least once, especially if the queue is limited.
You can pay a €10 deposit to get a buzzer and order your food and drinks from your seat. You’ll still have to pick them up yourself though so it’s only so convenient. If you choose this method then you have to pay for the food via PayPal.
Karl-Marx-Straße 66 | Neukölln
Card and cash accepted. PayPal is required for buzzer orders.
