Based on recommendations curated by Nadine Pustelnik in Falstaff
Berlin has established itself as a world-class brunch destination, offering everything from cozy neighborhood cafes to Michelin-starred establishments. Drawing on Nadine Pustelnik’s curated selection from Falstaff, here are the ten most exceptional brunch venues that define Berlin’s vibrant food culture.
Top 10 Best Sunday Brunch Spots in Berlin
1. Nomad – Mitte: Where Culinary Creativity Takes Center Stage
Located in Berlin’s creative heart, Nomad captures the spirit of Berlin’s innovative food scene. Chef Jorge Josse Sion, formerly a Sous Chef at three-Michelin-starred Rutz, reimagines brunch classics like Eggs Benedict, avocado toast, and pancakes with bold, refined techniques. His French toast, elevated with lavender cream, strawberries, Granny Smith apples, almonds, and hibiscus, exemplifies how traditional dishes can be transformed into culinary art.
2. Bonvivant – Schöneberg: Vegan Fine Dining Elevated
This Michelin-starred vegan restaurant redefines plant-based brunch through months of careful development and testing. Dishes like carrot baba ganoush and sauerkraut pancakes with chard and roasted onion mayo showcase the kitchen’s commitment to extraordinary culinary experiences. For diners seeking flavor diversity, regional quality, and exclusivity, Bonvivant delivers on all fronts.
3. JÓMO – Prenzlauer Berg: German-Ukrainian Fusion Excellence
JÓMO stands as a must-visit destination in the Kollwitz neighborhood, blending bistro charm with an open kitchen concept. This German-Ukrainian fusion restaurant modernizes classics like Croque Monsieur by swapping traditional ham and cheese for beef tartare, Gruyère, kimchi aioli, and truffle oil—a sophisticated reinterpretation of a beloved sandwich.
4. Frühstück 3000 – Schöneberg & Kreuzberg: Diverse Flavors, Consistent Excellence
Serving good-food enthusiasts across two distinctive locations, Frühstück 3000 features identical menus housed in neighborhood-specific interiors. While the Schöneberg location emphasizes gold and dark blue tones, the Kreuzberg venue embraces vibrant, energetic design. The Asian-influenced menu highlights dishes like crispy chicken-cheddar waffles with chili-bacon caramel.
5. Die Stulle – Charlottenburg: Berlin’s Sandwich Tradition Reimagined
Since 2013, Marlene and Anne have revolutionized the city’s traditional Stulle (open-faced sandwich) culture. Located at Savignyplatz, their café serves elaborately plated creations using seasonal, regional ingredients. The “Kick Start Deluxe toast” with grilled avocado, goat cheese, herb cream, cured fjord salmon, and wasabi mayo exemplifies their artisanal approach.
6. Häppies – Prenzlauer Berg: Austrian-Bavarian Gastronomy with a Twist
Founded in 2013, häppies has become a brunch institution in Prenzlauer Berg through its creative take on Germknödel (Austrian/Bavarian dumplings). Offering vegan, Mexican-inspired, vegetarian, and sweet variations—from poppy seed with lemon zest to Florentine crunch—this restaurant proves that traditional comfort food never goes out of style.
7. D’Brunch – Friedenau: Mediterranean Meets Multicultural
This relaxed, welcoming venue serves halal, vegan, and vegetarian interpretations of Middle Eastern classics. Its hidden courtyard provides respite from city life, where guests can enjoy rustic sourdough with grilled beef bacon, melted burrata, fresh figs, and walnut crunch. For autumn cravings, the hot pumpkin spice latte pairs perfectly with French toast featuring Nutella, caramelized banana, and mascarpone.
8. Lumara Café – Charlottenburg: Mediterranean Serenity
Located directly on the Ku’damm, this light-filled Mediterranean café features a striking white marble interior and a flourishing fig tree whose fruits appear throughout the menu. The house-made lava bread, available in four variations, and the signature tahini latte represent the café’s commitment to thoughtful hospitality and clean design.
9. Das Gretel – Kreuzberg: Neighborhood Charm Meets Culinary Innovation
Das Gretel perfectly balances authentic neighborhood atmosphere with elevated cuisine, serving classics like Eggs Benedict alongside creative French-toast variations with goat cheese and pear compote or blueberry compote. The vegan sharing platter—featuring oven-fresh bread, grilled vegetables, red beet-raspberry hummus, tahini, and fresh fruit—caters to communal dining.
10. The Dawn – Kranzler Eck & Neukölln: All-Day Brunch with Rooftop Views
Opened in August with a second location in Neukölln, The Dawn operates as an all-day brunch destination with vintage styling and regular live DJ performances. The sprawling rooftop terrace overlooking Neukölln provides the perfect setting for croissant burgers, shakshuka, and champagne, making it ideal for both early risers and night owls.
Why Berlin’s Brunch Scene Matters
Berlin’s brunch culture reflects the city’s broader culinary renaissance—a blend of tradition, innovation, and multicultural influence. From Michelin-starred restaurants offering plant-based luxury to neighborhood cafés perfecting comfort food, these ten establishments showcase why Berlin has become a destination for serious food lovers. Whether you prioritize creative cuisine, regional ingredients, or relaxed atmosphere, Berlin’s brunch scene delivers unforgettable experiences.