The Best Brunch Spots in Neukölln, Berlin
Last updated: September 24, 2024
There might not be a better place in Berlin to have your first meal of the day than Neukölln. It’s a hipster paradise that values its immigrant roots and has a lot of heart. Neukölln is the place to be for an assortment of coffee shops, bistros, and a mix of humble and aesthetically pleasing dining.
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€ | meal & latte (or equivalent) €10 or less
€€ | meal & latte (or equivalent) €10-15
€€€ | meal & latte (or equivalent) €15+
21 Gramm
21 Gramm is a bewitching cafe built into a former chapel, which was mainly used for funeral services in the past. Nowadays the classic style of the chapel mixes well with the new contemporary manner, and their unique, yet unpretentious setting is sure to win you over. I'm a big fan of their breakfast burger, but you also can’t go wrong with their buttermilk pancakes, which are made with an apple and rose compote, crème fraîche, basil, salted pumpkin seeds, and cardamom syrup.
Try: Breakfast Burger
Hermannstraße 179 | €€€
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Katie’s Blue Cat
The owners of this English-American café hoped to create a space where English speakers could find a home away from home, while also making locals and people of all backgrounds feel welcomed. This spot is cozy and sweet with a Brooklyn, New York kind of vibe. Go for the homemade bread and cheddar plate, it’s fresh and tasty!
Try: Homemade bread & cheese plate
Fridelstraße 31 | €-€€
Café bRICK
I was wandering around Neukölln looking for a place to have breakfast when I found this cozy spot! Their bagel sandwiches are impressive and almost hard to eat — they come stacked so high! The bagel I ordered here is quite possibly the best bagel sandwich I’ve had in the city, plus it comes on a homemade bagel. It’s an everything bagel filled with bacon, egg, halloumi, tomato cream cheese, pickle, jalapeño, and greens. Their breakfast plates looked delicious as well, and I will most definitely visit again.
Try: Big Boy Bagel
Lenaustraße 1 | €€-€€€
Isla Coffee
I came here once a while ago, but I had to include it because the mushroom sandwich I had here was so perfectly tangy and peppery! They have a special brunch menu on weekends, pride themselves on their coffee, and use cups made from recycled coffee grinds. What’s not to like?
Try: Mushroom sandwich
Hermannstraße 37 | €€-€€€
Gözleme
Be sure to try the manti and get extra garlic — absolutely delicious! If you haven’t tried manti before it’s a Turkish dish that consists of stuffed dough (kind of like ravioli) filled with potato or meat. Here it’s also served with yogurt, chili oil, and lots of garlic. The service might be a tad slow, but the prices are reasonable for the portion and taste, and the food is very good.
Try: Meat manti, Potato gözleme, Cheese gözleme
Karl-Marx-Straße 35 | €-€€
Sfera
Visit Sfera for creative and thoughtful dishes. They’re a fully vegan spot which is especially impressive if you check out their uber creamy pastries and buttery carbs. There’s sooo much I’d love to try here so I’m planning on returning ASAP. Their French toast is served with baked peaches, chai cream, blackberries, and tarragon (unreal!).
Try: French toast
Schudomastraße 44 | €€€
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Kitten Deli
Kitten Deli is a fantastic spot for hummus lovers, particularly if you’re keen on sabich — picture baked potatoes, hummus, eggplant, egg, olive oil, pita, and spices. Yum! They’re a pleasant spot to start the day and totally worth a visit.
Try: Sabich
Friedelstraße 30 | €€€
Venue
Venue is perfect for anyone who has a hard time deciding what to order. Here you can get a tapas-style breakfast and pick out your favorite small dishes to try in mini-plates of three, five, and seven. There's a regular menu to order from too! It can be more on the pricey side for their smaller portions, but I still totally recommend them.
Try: Poached eggs with chives
Weserstraße 172 | €€€
Lonely Hearts Café
Fancy a full English? You can find a few types of fry-ups here, along with American pancake slams, and plant-based variations of both. I tried the Vegan American Grand Slam and honestly, I thought it was just okay (it was kind of dry throughout), especially for the price. However, the classic pancake plate was pretty tasty and the space is quite cute.
The syrup is also good and they succeed in capturing the essence of American diner drip coffee. The wait can be very long on weekends, especially if you’re visiting with a group so get there before/after brunch rush or be prepared to wait.
Try: Classic Pancakes
Mahlower Straße 32 | €€€
Nah am Wasser
This East-side spot has a lot of heart and character. Try one of their breakfast platters for a hearty meal, and save room for a sweet treat afterward. Enjoy fun seating inside or sit at tables by the river outside, and take a charming tree-lined walk along the canal after your meal.
Try: Käseplatte
Kiehlufer 55 | €€-€€€
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It’s A Long Story
This breakfast spot serves egg dishes, bagels, porridge, and manti. Looks good!
Sorrel
Sorrel appears to be a fine place for a creative brunch affair. I hope to visit soon, and since they offer reservations, it’s that much easier to enjoy an indulgent weekend breakfast.
Tischendorf
For healthy bites in a cute environment, I’ve got to check out Tischendorf.
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