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  • 1. Café Knösel

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    Heidelberg's oldest (1863) coffeehouse has always been a popular meeting place for students and professors, and offers traditional Swabian food, pastries, and ambience. A historic change is that the café no longer produces café founder Fridolin Knösel's Heidelberger Studentenkuss. This iconic "student kiss" is a chocolate wrapped in paper showing two sets of touching lips—an acceptable way for 19th-century students to "exchange kisses" in public. They are now being sold exclusively in Knösel Chocolatier, a small, charming shop, owned by the Knösel family, just down the street.

    Haspelg. 20, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, 69117, Germany
    06221-727–2754

    Known For

    • Fresh-baked pastries
    • Cheese platters
    • Varieties of coffees and hot chocolate
  • 2. Cafe König

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    A small chocolate and macaroon shop is attached to this ornate café specializing in breakfast, light lunches, and sweet cakes. It's a centrally located place that's perfect for people-watching and indulging in the German coffee-and-cake tradition.

    Lichtentaler Str. 12, Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg, 76530, Germany
    07221-23573

    Known For

    • Black forest and other traditional cakes
    • Delicious breakfast options
    • Elegant atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 3. Café Mozart

    $ | City Center

    Reminiscent of a traditional coffeehouse, this café has been offering all types of sweets and pastries, along with breakfast, lunch, and dinner since 1915. Open daily, it's on a quiet, tucked-away street that's steps from the main shopping area, Zeil. In warm weather, there's a lovely outdoor garden.

    Töngesg. 23, Frankfurt, Hesse, 60311, Germany
    069-291–954

    Known For

    • Great coffee
    • Sacher Torte (chocolate layer cake)
    • Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest cake)
  • 4. Cortina Eiscafé

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    Ice cream sundaes towering with whipped cream and cones toppling under the weight of generous scoops are just a few of the frosty delights to be had at one of Miltenberg's cherished institutions. Located in the town's central square, you can take a cone to go or linger in on the ample terrace and watch the world go by.

    Hauptstraße 159, Miltenberg, Bavaria, 63897, Germany
    49-9371–2375
  • 5. Curry 36

    $ | Kreuzberg

    This currywurst stand in Kreuzberg has a cult following and just about any time of day or night you'll find yourself amid a crowd of cab drivers, students, and lawyers munching on currywurst mit Darm (with skin) or ohne Darm (without skin). Go local and order your sausage with a big pile of crispy fries served rot-weiss (red and white)—with curry ketchup and mayonnaise.

    Mehringdamm 36, Berlin, Berlin, 10961, Germany
    030-251–7368

    Known For

    • Berlin's most famous currywurst
    • Vegan currywurst for non-meat eaters
    • Late-night eats (open till 5 am)
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  • 6. Die Henne

    $ | Kreuzberg

    The 100-plus-year-old Kreuzberg stalwart has managed to stick around thanks in part to its most famous dish, which is still just about all it serves: a crispy, fried half chicken. The rest of the menu is short: coleslaw, potato salad, a few boulette (meat patty) options, and several beers on tap; for "dessert," look to the impressive selection of locally sourced brandies and fruit schnapps.

    Leuschnerdamm 25, Berlin, Berlin, 10999, Germany
    030-614–7730

    Known For

    • Scrumptious fried chicken
    • Front-yard beer garden
    • Charming historic setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
  • 7. Distrikt Coffee

    $ | Mitte

    Known for having one of the best breakfasts in Berlin (think avocado toast and toasted brioche with berry preserves), the filtered coffee at Distrikt is far from an afterthought, with beans chosen from some of Europe's top roasteries. Tea lovers aren't left out with a fine selection from Kreuzberg's Companion Coffee & Tea, served up with a scrumptious choice of cakes.

    Bergstr. 68, Berlin, Berlin, 10115, Germany
    030-5459–4033

    Known For

    • Breakfast served every day till 4 pm (and till 5 pm on Sunday)
    • Instagrammable brick-walled interiors
    • Hipsters waiting outside
  • 8. Due Passi

    $ | Altstadt

    So small it's easy to miss, this former dairy shop now offers a limited but fine selection of Italian fare, with a menu of fresh antipasti and pasta that changes daily. The high wooden tables and counters fill up fast at this lunch-only spot, so arrive early for the quieter, cooler window seat or take your food to go.

    Ledererstr. 11, Munich, Bavaria, 80331, Germany
    089-224–271

    Known For

    • Signature penne "Due Passi"
    • Two daily pasta specials
    • Nostalgic setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner, No credit cards
  • 9. Estelle Dining

    $ | Prenzlauer Berg

    Though Berlin’s awash in Neapolitan pizza places, this sweet neighborhood spot bucks the trend with innovative topping combinations on a soft yet chewy sourdough crust. Sophisticated seasonal pizzas, such as charred broccoli and buffalo mozzarella or bacon with cauliflower and Swiss chard, please kids and adults alike, while the fine selection of cocktails, wine, and beer gives the adults even more to appreciate.

    Kopenhagener Str. 12 A, Berlin, Berlin, 10437, Germany
    030-4401–2036

    Known For

    • Outdoor dining adjacent to a playground to keep kids amused and adults happy
    • Large natural wine selection
    • Coconut sundae with dark chocolate, almond, and sea salt

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 10. Gasthaus zum Riesen

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    An absolute must when in Miltenberg, this 425-year-old traditional guesthouse, owned by the Faust brewing company, is an architectural gem and a great place to try out authentic German food and the best in Bavarian beer. Diners (and drinkers) sit at long tables under high beamed ceilings with traditional murals and arched stone doorways, but there are a few little niches with private tables and a large outdoor terrace with lovely views of the town. Generous portions of weinerschnitzel, traditional bratwurst, and sauerkraut with potato purée are accompanied by one of ten beers and ales on tap. There are also plenty of smaller dishes and desserts, or you're perfectly welcome to just stop in for a beer.

    Hauptstraße 219, Miltenberg, Bavaria, 63897, Germany
    49-09371–989948

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 11. Kartoffelküche

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    For more than 30 years, this simple restaurant has been serving traditional dishes accompanied by potatoes cooked every way imaginable. The potato-and-broccoli gratin and the potato pizza are excellent, as are the Hessian potato pancakes with toppings including mushrooms, smoked salmon, or a fried egg. For dessert, try potato strudel with vanilla sauce. The charming decor includes colorful art deco dishes and lamps.

    Audenstr. 4, Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, Hesse, 61348, Germany
    06172-21500

    Known For

    • Good kids menu
    • Potato soup with and without sausage or bacon
    • Schnitzels

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch Mon.–Thurs.
  • 12. Konnopke's Imbiss

    $ | Prenzlauer Berg

    Under the tracks of the elevated U2 subway line is Berlin's most beloved sausage stand. Konnopke's is a family business that's been around since 1930 and, though there are several options on the menu, this place is famous for its currywurst, which is served on a paper tray with a plastic prong that can be used to spear the sauce-covered sausage slices; with French fries and a pilsner, this is one of the quintessential Berlin meals.

    Schönhauser Allee 44b, Berlin, Berlin, 10435, Germany
    030-442–7765

    Known For

    • Much-loved currywurst with fries (there's also a vegan option)
    • Throngs of people all day long
    • Quick, cheap eats

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 13. Mädchenitaliener

    $ | Mitte

    This cozy Mitte spot has two different spaces: the bustling and sometimes drafty front room with high tables where walk-ins are seated, and a darker, more romantic back room for those who remember to reserve ahead—as you should. The short but well-thought-out menu includes small and large antipasti plates of grilled vegetables, olives, cheeses, and meats, as well as unusual pastas like a tagliatelle with crawfish in a lemon-mint sauce, or one with pine nuts and balsamic-roasted figs. Chestnut-filled ravioli with pears is a favorite in winter. The lunch menu, with an appetizer and a pasta dish for only €8.50, is a great deal, especially for the area.

    Alte Schönhauserstr. 12, Berlin, Berlin, 10119, Germany
    030-4004–1787

    Known For

    • Chestnut-filled ravioli with pears
    • Affordable lunch specials
    • Panna cotta

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch Sun., No credit cards
  • 14. Markthalle Neun

    $ | Kreuzberg

    Thanks to the efforts of local activists, this century-old market hall was saved from becoming a chain supermarket and instead turned into a center for local food vendors, chefs, wine dealers, and brewers. From Monday to Saturday, a large and rotating variety of food and drink is on offer for lunch and all afternoon; Tuesday to Saturday finds the weekly market with tempting food products for sale, from fruits and vegetables to bread and fish (with an expanded market on Friday and Saturday); and the space also hosts a dazzling array of rotating events, so it's best to check what's on before heading there.

    Eisenbahnstr. 42/43, Berlin, Berlin, 10997, Germany
    030-6107–3473

    Known For

    • Tasty and varied food choices from local entrepreneurs, from barbecue to crepes to Turkish dumplings
    • A fun, hipster scene
    • A good selection of beer, wine, and coffee

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 15. Mogg

    $ | Mitte

    In the renovated Ehemalige Jüdische Mädchenschule (Old Jewish Girls' School), this deli-style café serves delicious versions of Jewish deli standards along with regularly changing vegetable-based salads and mains. The space, with wood floors and tables and low, deep purple banquettes, is trendier than any traditional deli.

    Auguststr. 11–13, Berlin, Berlin, 10117, Germany
    030-3300–60770

    Known For

    • New York–style deli sandwiches, like Reubens and pastrami on rye
    • Chicken liver brûlée with grilled challah
    • New York cheesecake
  • 16. Naniwa Noodles and Soups

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    Düsseldorf has one of the largest Japanese communities outside of mainland Japan, and Naniwa is a standout in the heart of the Japanese Quarter. Lines can stretch down the block, but service is quick and worth the wait for traditional soup and noodle dishes. 

    Oststr. 55, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, 40211, Germany
    0211-161–799

    Known For

    • 20 different varieties of ramen
    • Customizable dishes
    • Affordable daily lunch specials

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Thurs.
  • 17. Schnitzelbank

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    Little more than a hole in the wall, this former cooper's workshop has been transformed into a candlelit pub. No matter when you go, it seems to be filled with people seated around the wooden tables (so dinner reservations are usually a necessity). The menu features regional specialties from Baden and the Pfalz, such as Schäufele (pickled and slightly smoked pork shoulder); Leberknödel (liver dumplings); and slices of Saumagen (a spicy meat-and-potato mixture encased in a sow's stomach).

    Bauamtsg. 7, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, 69117, Germany
    06221-21189

    Known For

    • Cozy atmosphere
    • Saumagen (a spicy meat-and-potato mixture encased in a sow's stomach, definitely an acquired taste)
    • Wurst platters

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch weekdays
  • 18. Thai Park

    $ | Charlottenburg

    Every weekend from spring to autumn, in decent weather, the main lawn at Preussenpark in Wilmersdorf fills up with Southeast Asian families (mostly Thai, but some Vietnamese, Malaysian, and Indonesian) who set up cooking equipment and prepare authentic delicacies like beef noodle soup, skewered fried meat, and spicy green-papaya salad. Come with a picnic blanket, cash, and a lot of napkins, and stay for the afternoon. Sundays in summer are especially popular.

    Brandenburgische Str., Berlin, Berlin, 10707, Germany

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Weekends in warm weather, No credit cards, Runs Apr.--Nov.
  • 19. The Barn Café

    $ | Mitte

    One of Berlin's original third-wave coffee joints, this tiny café in the heart of Mitte’s gallery district serves up superlative hand-brewed coffees (always served black) and espresso drinks with trendy add-ons like oat milk, alongside a small but tasty selection of baked goods and sandwiches. There's limited indoor seating and laptops are banned, so this is a better place to sit outside when the weather's nice or to get your coffee to go.

    Auguststr. 58, Berlin, Berlin, 10119, Germany
    No phone

    Known For

    • Top-notch filtered coffee
    • Sustainable, single-origin beans roasted in-house
    • Delicious daily changing pastries
  • 20. The Burger Lab

    $ | Altona

    Somewhat ironically, for a long time it was very hard to find a decent hamburger in Hamburg; however, this small restaurant sandwiched between the Schanzenviertel and Altona is perhaps the best of the newly sprouted burger joints. Set up by two Germans and a Kiwi, The Burger Lab grinds the beef for its gourmet burgers as well as whipping up their own excellent sauces, which include chipotle aioli and burned onion cream

    Max-Brauer-Allee 251, Hamburg, Hamburg, 22769, Germany
    040-4149–4529

    Known For

    • Outside dining in summer
    • Lamb burgers and sweet potato fries
    • No reservations

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted

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