Cafe Berlin

4.7

2312 Reviews

$30 and under

German

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

Café Berlin has been serving authentic German cuisine on Capitol Hill since 1985. It occupies the ground floor of three townhouses whose front yards serve as Biergarten for outdoor dining. The interior features a small bar and two cozy dining rooms. The restaurant is located within a short walking distance of Union Station and the U.S. Capitol. It draws politicians, congressional staffer, and tourists as well a loyal following of neighborhood residents. The traditional dishes are authentically prepared with lighter touch by chefs with extensive experience in German cuisine. In addition to the regular menu, the restaurant offer seasonally changing menus that feature fresh asparagus in the spring, salads and light fares in the summer, Bavarian dishes during Oktoberfest in the fall, and wild game in the winter. Desserts which are freshly made in-house include apple strudel, black forest cake, and luscious cream tortes. The bar offers a selection of imported German beers and wines.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
German, European
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 543-7656
Website
http://www.cafeberlin-dc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Rico Glage
Catering
Pick-up catering is available in the DC area. Contact us for more information.
Private party facilities
Our private dining room can accommodate up to 45 people sit-down dinner and up to 60 people open buffet, cocktail etc.

Location
322 Massachusetts Avenu, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill
Cross street
Between 3rd & 4th
Parking details
We are located in a residential neighborhood where street parking is typically ample. Alternately, Union Station is just 2 blocks away and has a large parking garage.
Public transit
Union Station on the red line is only 2 short blocks away.
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Experiences

Christmas at Cafe Berlin
$1.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
3-Course Prix Fix Menu Our special Christmas menu will feature traditional goose, wild game, and some of your German favorites!

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What 2,312 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Berlin is a cozy haven for authentic German cuisine in DC. Guests rave about its "exceptional food and service" and "authentic atmosphere." The pretzels and schnitzels receive special praise, and the Oktoberfest menu is a highlight. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

2,312 Reviews

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Brittany
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time trying German food and it did not disappoint. New favorite restaurant
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Maria
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great German food. Nice people and server was sweet. All staff were kind.
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Catherine
Washington DC
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. Love the German wursts, the apple strudel is top notch.
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DeLania
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Traditional food & a wonderful staff. I lived in Germany for a few years & friends from that time in my love to go there.
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Carl
San Francisco
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Sauerbraten for me, trout for my partner. Very good food, great beer and a tasty pretzel. Only minor issue was the strudel’s crust was to thick.
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John
Washington DC
78 reviews
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place! Sitting outside and having a beer during October, takes you right back to Germany. The food is legit, prices reasonable, and service top notch, not to mention the beer selection!
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Ed
Washington DC
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Cafre Berlin is a great place for dinner in Capitol Hill, DC. The outside patio is one of our favorite locales.
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Leonard
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
My wife found hair in her food which kinda killed it for her. Strangest tasting sourcraut I have ever had. Sweet, not pickled.
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Justin
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was Oktoberfest brunch fun with friends, with German ompa band, good German brunch
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Emily
Washington DC
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for Oktoberfest, loved the Oktoberfest menu. Veal schnitzel was pretty juicy so it really didn't miss a sauce, although having the dill cucumber salad provided a little contrast. There could have been a little less dressing on the cucumbers, although the dill brightened the taste. Service was good particularly since they were quite busy and a large party came in right after we ordered. We can recommend Cafe Berlin for its fun atmosphere, good service, and authentic flavors.
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FAQs

Cafe Berlin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 543-7656.

Cafe Berlin is rated 4.7 stars by 2312 OpenTable diners.