Date in Berlin: 15 ideal meeting places, 36 restaurants, and 5 activities
It's no coincidence that Berlin is considered Germany's singles capital. With over 3.5 million inhabitants, there are plenty of singles to be found here.
Looking for a partner in Berlin is really fun. And even better: there are countless things to do with your date in Berlin.
Find the most beautiful meeting places, the most popular restaurants in all 12 districts of Berlin, and ideas for that special something.
The most beautiful meeting places for your date in the capital
There is hardly anything in Berlin that is more suitable as a meeting place than one of the many sights. A neutral place to start a date. This automatically gives a feeling of security.
Positive side effect: Every Berliner knows where the sights are! From here, you can move on together and begin your exciting getting-to-know-you phase.
Museum Island
Brandenburg Gate
Berlin Cathedral
East Side Gallery
Berlin Zoo
Tiergarten
Gendarmenmarkt
Charlottenburg Palace
Treptower Park
Mauerpark
The Hackesche Höfe courtyards
Kreuzberg
Potsdamer Platz
Kurfürstendamm
Bode Museum
The 36 most popular restaurants, bars, and cafés in 12 districts
Mitte
1. Flamingo Fresh Food Bar
Are you a morning person who loves to go out for breakfast? Then you've come to the right place! In addition to friendly staff, you can expect a delicious breakfast and fresh juices.
Website: www.flamingo-freshfood.de
Address: Neustädtische Kirchstraße 8 - 10117 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
2. Cuore di Vetro
Small but nice. This ice cream café offers delicious ice cream and various coffee specialties. Ideal for a quick break or ice cream to go.
Website: www.cuoredivetro.berlin
Address: Max-Beer-Str. 33 - 10119 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sat + Sun 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
3. Momotaro Tavern
There's one thing above all else here: hearty food! Whether you're in the mood for burgers or Asian specialties, there's guaranteed to be something here for you and your date.
Website: www.momotaro-tavern.com
Address: Panoramastraße 1 (at the foot of the TV tower) - 10178 Berlin
Opening hours: Sun - Thu 12 noon - 10 p.m., Fri + Sat 12 noon - 11 p.m.
Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
1. Ristorante A Mano
A real insider tip in Berlin Friedrichshain – whether indoors or outdoors, here you can enjoy delicious Italian specialties and a good glass of wine.
Website: www.amano-ristorante.de
Address: Strausberger Platz 2, 10243 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 12 p.m.–12 a.m.
2. Trattoria Portofino
Enjoy homemade pizza, pasta, and more at the Trattoria. Guaranteed to be the right place for your date in Berlin Friedrichshain.
Website: www.portofino-trattoria.de
Address: Gubener Str. 43, 10243 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 11:30 a.m.–midnight
3. Patta - Finest Baked Potatoes
For an alternative to Italian food: here you can get a really large potato with countless toppings. If your date is vegetarian or vegan, you can play it safe here and enjoy a great taste experience at the same time.
Website: To the Facebook page
Address: Krossener Str. 16, 10245 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Thu 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m., Fri - Sun 11:30 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Pankow
1. Hasir
No, they don't just serve kebabs here! Turkish cuisine offers many great specialties that you should definitely try.
Website: www.hasir.de
Address: Breite Str. 43, 13579 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12 p.m. - midnight
2. Roji - Taste of Japan
It's not the special train to Pankow, but you'll definitely find a trip to Japan here! The sushi is super delicious and a real insider tip in Pankow.
Website: www.pankow.roji-berlin.de
Address: Mühlenstr. 1, 13187 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12 noon - 10:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
3. Stück vom Glück
Stück vom Glück is an enchanting place for coffee and more. You can get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere.
Website: www.stueck-vom-glueck.com
Address: Wilhelm-Kur-Str. 2, 13187 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon + Wed - Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sat + Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
1. Restaurant Buschbeck's
Is good German cuisine right up your alley? Then you should definitely visit this restaurant! The friendly staff will be happy to welcome you from 6 p.m. onwards.
Website: www.buschbecks-berlin.com
Address: Trendelenburgstr. 14, 14057 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue - Sun 6 p.m. - midnight
2. La Caleta
No wish remains unfulfilled here. Authentic Spanish cuisine in a stylish ambience. Be sure to try the tapas, paella, or seafood specialties.
Website: www.caleta.de
Address: Wielandstr. 26, 10707 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon–Sat 6 p.m.–midnight
3. Die Stulle
Looking for a different kind of breakfast? Here you can find delicious, classic sandwiches. With a hot cup of coffee, you and your date will get a fresh start to the day.
Website: www.die-stulle.com
Address: Carmerstr. 10, 10623 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon + Wed - Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat + Sun 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Spandau
1. Brauhaus Spandau
Rustic cuisine in Spandau! In a beer garden atmosphere, you and your date can get to know each other better over some good home-style cooking.
Website: www.brauhaus-spandau.de
Address: Neuendorfr Str. 1, 13585 Berlin
Opening hours: Sun - Thu 10 a.m. - midnight, Fri + Sat 10 a.m. - 1 a.m.
2. Restaurant Alt-Spandau
This family-run restaurant impresses with its great food and friendly staff! The best conditions for your date to create a pleasant, feel-good atmosphere.
Website: www.altspandau.de
Address: Moritzstr. 7, 13597 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue - Sun 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
3. La Bottega Da Franco
This beautiful location is the ideal place for your date if you are looking for delicious food at reasonable prices. Tip: Try the red wine: Vino della Casa.
Address: Breite Straße 56, 13597 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Thu 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., Fri + Sat 10 a.m. - midnight, Sun 12 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
1. Club Restaurant The team “Die Eselin von A.”
Delicious food at the yacht club: Sounds just right for you? Coupled with a fantastic view of Lake Wannsee, your date couldn't get off to a better start.
Website: www.dieeselin.de
Address: Wannseebadweg 55, 14129 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue 3pm - 11pm, Wed 2pm - 11pm, Thu + Fri 3pm - 11pm, Sat + Sun 12 p.m. - 11 p.m.
2. BAO Vietnamese Cooking
Fancy a taste of Asia? Great food, a beautiful location, and good service are an unbeatable combination. Take your date to BAO and enjoy Vietnamese specialties.
Website: www.bao-cooking.de
Address: Hindenburgdamm 57A, 12203 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue - Fri 12 noon - 10:30 p.m., Sat + Sun 12:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
3. Antipasteria Garbatella
Fancy a cozy evening? With a large selection of antipasti, you can spend hours here getting to know each other.
Website: www.antipasteria-garbatella.de
Address: Onkel-Tom-Str. 21, 14169 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 11:30 a.m. - midnight
Tempelhof-Schöneberg
1. Hasty Pastry
Pidaza, piada, and piadina don't ring a bell? Then you and your date can explore something new together. Whether sweet or savory, everything here is freshly prepared. Who knows, maybe it will become your new tradition together?
Address: Bayreuther Str. 6, 10787 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2. Goji
From dim sum to sweet and sour duck: here you can find fantastic Asian specialties with the ultimate freshness kick. Ideal if you have other activities planned afterwards.
Website: www.goji-berlin.de
Address: Motzstraße 58, 10777 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue - Thu 5pm - 10:30pm, Fri - Sun 12:30pm - 10:30pm
3. Haveli
At first glance somewhat inconspicuous, this Indian restaurant impresses with its delicious dishes and cozy garden. Here you can get to know your date in Berlin better without being disturbed.
Website: www.haveli.pixeroni.com
Address: Regensburgerstrasse 7, 10777 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue - Sun 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Neukölln Treptow-Köpenick
1. El Loco
Instead of going to a classic Italian restaurant, why not take your date to El Loco? Here you can enjoy Mexican dishes and watch them being prepared live.
Website: www.el-loco-berlin.de
Address: Freiheit 5, 12555 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.
2. kid creole
This restaurant is inspired by the southern states, which is why you'll find classics such as jambalaya and parrotfish here. Try the delicious Cajun cuisine together and enjoy a new taste experience – together.
Website: www.kidcreole.de
Address: Bölschestr. 10
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 4 p.m. - midnight, 12587 Berlin
3. Asteria Greek Restaurant
This Greek restaurant will not disappoint you: the portions here are generous! Of course, good company is a must. In summer, you can take your date to the terrace and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Address: Alt-Köpenick 6, 12555 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon–Fri 3 p.m.–11 p.m., Sat–Sun 12 p.m.–11 p.m.
Marzahn-Hellersdorf
1. Steakhaus Marzahn
Insider tip in Marzahn: the steaks are a real treat for the taste buds. Neither you nor your date will be disappointed here. The gigantic portions speak for themselves.
Website: www.steakhaus-marzahn.de
Address: Mehrower Allee 52, 12687 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 12pm–11pm
2. Marco Polo Tre
Experience elegant Italian cuisine and typical Italian hospitality with your date. Delicious food and great service await you here.
Website: www.marcopolo-tre.de
Address: Oberfeldstraße 26, 12683 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
3. Syrtaki
Family-run restaurant with good cuisine. Greek restaurants always serve large portions, so it's best to come here together when your stomach is really rumbling.
Website: www.syrtaki-berlin.de
Address: Fritz-Lang-Str. 5, 12627 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 11 a.m. - midnight
Lichtenberg
1. Skykitchen
Sensational and special! With a fantastic view over Berlin, you can get to know your date a little better in a romantic, feel-good atmosphere. A real insider tip!
Website: www.skykitchen.berlin
Address: Landsberger Allee 106, 10369 Berlin
Opening hours: Tue - Sat 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
2. Restaurant Olympia
This Greek restaurant in Berlin Lichtenberg is an absolute must! If you're meeting your date here, this address is ideal. Highly recommended: the Metaxa sauce.
Website: www.olympiaberlin.de
Address: Malchower Weg 45, 13053 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 12pm–11pm
3. Wernesgrüner Bierstube
Rustic but cozy. Here you and your date will find plenty of traditional cuisine to choose from.
Website: www.wernesgruener-b.de
Address: Treskowallee 68, 10318 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - midnight, Sat noon - midnight, Sun 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Reinickendorf
1. Trattoria Nardini
Lombard cuisine offers you down-to-earth Italian food without any frills! Simply delicious and a classic for any date.
Address: Ollenhauerstr. 23, 13403 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12 p.m. - midnight
2. Asado Argentine Steakhouse
The restaurant has been around for 37 years – that speaks for itself! Visit Asado and let yourself be enchanted. Dine in a cozy atmosphere and enjoy the best and juiciest steaks from all over Argentina.
Website: www.asado-steakhaus.de
Address: Scharnweberstraße 67, 13405 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 11 a.m. - midnight
3. Schaferstübchen
Fresh and delicious food in a rustic atmosphere await you on your date at Schaferstübchen.
Address: Grindelwaldweg 2, 13407 Berlin
Opening hours: Mon - Sun 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.
And for those who prefer to cook themselves rather than go out to eat, we have the perfect recipe ideas for a romantic dinner here.
Top 5 activities for your date in Berlin
Of course, you shouldn't just go out for dinner on your date—you can do that too, of course, but there are certainly many other exciting things you can do together. How about the following suggestions?
1. German Spy Museum
Immerse yourselves in the world of agents and spies—decipher secret codes, master the laser course, and let your “secure” password be cracked. Action and fun are guaranteed on your date in Berlin.
Website: www.deutsches-spionagemuseum.de
2. Berlin Drive-In Cinema
Regular movie theaters are boring—head to the drive-in cinema in Schönefeld instead! For only €7 per person, you can enjoy classic films all week long.
Website: www.autokino-berlin.de
3. Rent a pedal boat
When the weather is nice, there's no place like the water! You can rent a boat right on Lake Wannsee. Pack some food and drinks and turn your date into a cozy day trip.
Website: www.wassersportcenter-berlin.de
4. Kiez Karaoke
Have you always wanted to let your hair down? Do you like to party and have fun in life? Then why not try karaoke? An absolute must for real fun lovers.
Website: www.kiezkaraoke.de
5. Roller disco at SO36
Think you can't combine sport and fun? You can at the roller disco! Getting some exercise while dancing is not only fun, it also creates lasting memories together.
Website: www.so36.com
