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Cafe Berlin
Café Berlin has been serving authentic German and traditional cuisine on Capitol Hill since 1985. It occupies the ground floor of three townhouses whose front yards serve as patio 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.
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113 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 113 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(63)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(69)
- fit for foodies(33)
- great for outdoor dining(33)
- special occasion(29)
- romantic(28)
- good for groups(18)
Cafe Berlin Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pre-theatre dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cafe Berlin is conveniently located walking distance to the Folger Theatre and the staff readily accommodates theatre goers with time constraints. We have gone here several times and the food has always been very good."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
More new customers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've been many times but brought 4 friends who had never been there. They will be returning next time in DC! They've been to DC many times and couldn't believe they missed Cafe Berlin. They won't any more. My ratings pretty much say it all. Everything was great! They even accommodated a late request to add the 4 friends to our reservation. That's service."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very Good Unique Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was terrific. The brunch menu had great, unique German dishes not found in other restaurants. We enjoyed our meal very much."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful anniversary dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at the Cafe Berlin and the staff went out of their way to make it a special evening!! I ordered flowers to be delivered and when we arrived for our dinner, the waiter gave me a knowing wink and after seating us bought over the flowers to our table and to my surprised wife. The staff was very attentive during our entire meal and the food was just spectacular. Will dine here again and again!!"
Dined on 4/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent German Food. Would have liked German music outside to compete with the Mexican music next door."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 6 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best German food I've had
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best German food I've had in a long time!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We come back to Cafe Berlin
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We come back to Cafe Berlin often. Especially when the weather is right for dining outside. The fiod and service is uniformly excellent and we always enjoy our meal. German beer and schnitzel are a can't miss combination."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 8 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An old favorite, always reliable.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"An old favorite, always reliable. Under new ownership but still great food and service."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Love their asparagus season
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of our favorite restaurants to bring guests for a pleasant evening that won't break the bank. Dining on the patio on a warm, starry evening is very satisfying! We especially enjoy the restaurant's celebration of Asparagus Season, which is my husband's favorite."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
When in DC, Café Berlin is
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When in DC, Café Berlin is a favorite of ours. The food is consistently wonderful and the homemade deserts are just a delight; obviously house made and not from the pre-made-restaurant-frozen-desert-factory that churns out one cloyingly sweet confection after another. And if that is not enough, the restaurant is an excellent value."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went there for lunch and found
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went there for lunch and found everything to be very charming, authentic and tasty. Looking forward to trying it for dinner sometime."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you've ever been to Germany
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you've ever been to Germany and miss the food there, then you need to visit Cafe Berlin! The food is authentic Bavaria and the beer is imported- GREAT spot!!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you like German food, it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you like German food, it is definitely the place to go. However, if you don't, they also have other menu items like salmon and steak. Enjoyed the German wine and my husband enjoyed the German beer. It's lovely to eat out on the garden patio, weather permitting. The service was great. Thought the prices were better than most as far as DC goes."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
$$$ food at a $$ price
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The specials are consistently excellent. The chef makes the German traditional dishes as one would expect them. No surprises there, but the specials are where the chef shines. I had the salmon special. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was light and flavorful. Service is always consistent. The ambiance is dated, but the place is very clean...something important in restaurants. Cafe Berlin is a place to go for good food at a reasonable price."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A bit of Deutschland in DC!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious dinner and perfect for per theatre."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The 'sock-it-to-me' cake is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The 'sock-it-to-me' cake is awesome!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 17 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It is what it is...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The decor is OLD and should be updated. In fact ,it is just BAD and does no justice to the general theme of D.C. and the city's preservation of their historic buildings. The food was pretty good. The red cabbage could have been fresher, I could tell it had been cooked and reheated a few times and was on its final days. The desserts were fair."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 18 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The quality of food was ok
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The quality of food was ok but quantity to price was off compared to other German restaurants of similar caliber. Service was extremely slow and wait staff slowed down in the evening. Restaurant has a lot of potential but I would not go here again based on portion size and beer selection was not great."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a wonderful meal, and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a wonderful meal, and very friendly and fast service. It is really an occasion to dine there."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A bit slow
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food comes out slowly. Not a good place to go if you are in a hurry. If you want to take your time then it's an excellent place to go."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We very much enjoyed our dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We very much enjoyed our dinner at Café Berlin!I am of german origin and can attest that the menuis one of the most authentic of any german restaurants which I visited in the United States- and there are quite a few.Wiener Schnitzel,Jaeger Schnitzel, Deutsche Bratwurst& Wurstplatte ,Sauerbratenany many other german dishes which all taste like my grandmother's home recipies.The best of all was the Quark Kaesekuchen for desert- one of a kind- which you only find in Germany or here in Washington, DC at Café Berlin.All washed down with original Warsteiner german beer in an original mug made it a great evening in a restaurant which deserves revisiting.Guten Appetit und Prosit!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
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Review 22 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Took my Minnesota family here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Took my Minnesota family here and had a ball. Authentic German food, great beer, wine and schnapps!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic German cuisine served
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic German cuisine served by a friendly staff. Great selection of German beers for your meal."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the food was good as always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food was good as always but for some reason it was a lot more crowded than usual and got louder than we remembered it."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2006
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Review 25 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Some significant menu changes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some significant menu changes and additions as the new owner makes the place her own. The food was several notches better than usual -- interesting, thoughtful, full of élan. We were very happy with our meals."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2011
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Review 26 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My boyfriend picked this restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My boyfriend picked this restaurant because he is a fan of German food and thanks to this restaurant, so am I. Great vibe, funky waitstaff, and very German menu and "sizes" of the beers. I got the Pork medallions and I think it was some of the best pork I've had in years. We are definitely going back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The name says it all - If
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The name says it all - If you like German food, this is a fabulous visit to the taste and charm of the old country - a sampling: goulash soup, weiner schnitzel, sauerbraten, red cabbage, home made sausages, goosberries or poppyseed cake. Great German beer on tap, one pilsner, bock, and wheat beer. At lunch, one item in each category is Not heavily German - i.e.club sandwich, chicken cordon bleu, cheese cake etc. Be forewarned and ENJOY a lovely German experience."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very friendly and attentive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very friendly and attentive staff, food was excellent."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great German place in Cap Hill
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed this place. The ambiance gives it a "dinner in an old mansion" feel. Good food--the potato pancakes were a stand out."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the atmosphere, seculed,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the atmosphere, seculed, and cozy. Unusal front entrance under a flight of stairs. Bar area appeared to have several locals when departing.
Appetizer: Potatoe Pancake-- right prtion, warm, and served with side of applesauce.
Salad: N/A
Entree: Jagerschnitzel..excellent(2nd most poplar dish). Authenitc German presentation/taste. Deusche Wurstplatte, traditional meal, excellent food pairing.
Beverage: Bottle of White Wine( Not chardonnay, or gurtzweimmer). Waiter great knowledge of wine list and able to describe what wife prefered. Nailed it on first recommnedation off of wine list.
Desert: Apple Tart(dine-in) and one Apple tart (To-go), waiter did not bring requested after dinner drink. Verified not charged for item on final bi"
Appetizer: Potatoe Pancake-- right prtion, warm, and served with side of applesauce.
Salad: N/A
Entree: Jagerschnitzel..excellent(2nd most poplar dish). Authenitc German presentation/taste. Deusche Wurstplatte, traditional meal, excellent food pairing.
Beverage: Bottle of White Wine( Not chardonnay, or gurtzweimmer). Waiter great knowledge of wine list and able to describe what wife prefered. Nailed it on first recommnedation off of wine list.
Desert: Apple Tart(dine-in) and one Apple tart (To-go), waiter did not bring requested after dinner drink. Verified not charged for item on final bi"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 31 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good as it Always Was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went back to Cafe Berlin after many years of absence from DC to find that quality of food remains as good as it always was. It was quite a rewarding experience! While the decor has not change either and thus, is a bit dated, Cafe Berlin remains probably the best place in DC for good German food. And the beer? Invariably, wonderful seasonal selections of wonderful German beer. I like this restaurant a lot!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been making the drive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been making the drive from Northern Virginia for a number of years now and have never been disappointed. Love the food, the service and the cold, German beer!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 33 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A very enjoyable, delicious
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A very enjoyable, delicious and tasty Valentines dinner."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent German food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent German food and selection of beers. Outstanding selection of deserts. Very efficient and friendly service. Atmosphere very romantic, good for small number parties, particularly for two; with several rooms, it feels like eating. Small but lively bar, in a totaly separate room. Close to public transportation, but also parking in the neighborhood is relatively easy. A place to visit over and over."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 35 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Firm favorite for hearty
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A Firm favorite for hearty German food, and one that we return to again and again. The Kassler Ribchen are fantastic as are the home made desserts if you leave enough room"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The traditional German fare
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The traditional German fare was quite good, as was the service."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was very tasty
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was very tasty and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Food was outstanding and authentic. What a great find!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Fair option for a German food fix
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nothing memorable but if you want a German food fix, this will do the trick.
We were here during restaurant week and my friend likes all things German, so we thought, why not. Portions are ample, but food not too exciting, just fair in my opinion.
Desserts looked better than they tasted, and again, were large sized."
We were here during restaurant week and my friend likes all things German, so we thought, why not. Portions are ample, but food not too exciting, just fair in my opinion.
Desserts looked better than they tasted, and again, were large sized."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
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Review 39 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious lunch-great food,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious lunch-great food, good beer and service."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Unfortunately our table was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Unfortunately our table was next to a large party of a dozen young people (I would say in their 30s.) We were in our early 70s and 60s. They were extremely noisy, and when we asked them to tone it down they were extremely rude. We asked the management to do something about it and they tried without success. Overall it was a lousy experience. When I surveyed the crowd on our way out, it was apparent that it had become a younger people's place. I was last there 28 years ago. I won't go back.
The food was mediocre at best. The liquor and wine selection was meager."
The food was mediocre at best. The liquor and wine selection was meager."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
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Review 41 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were here for Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were here for Restaurant Week, and it was a great choice! Friendly and helpful server, amazing food, and great ambience. Will come back again soon!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff were very helpful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The staff were very helpful and pleasant. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was great."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
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Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is good and the staff is really nice. The ambience is lacking, but that's OK because the schnitzel is delicious."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2010
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Review 44 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a pleasure to have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always a pleasure to have lunch here. The atmosphere is relaxing & the food is always very good."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I went with a group of coworkers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went with a group of coworkers for restaurant week and all 6 of us loved what we got. One person in our party who had spent time in Germany remarked that he would come here to eat every night if he could. The food was delicious and the service was great. Would definitely be making this my go to spot for German cooking."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2012
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Review 46 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love German food and cannot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"I love German food and cannot find a German restaurant in Dallas so I was thrilled to find one in D.C. There were so many choices I will have to return!"
Dined on 01/12/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not exclusively German
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've never had a bad meal here, and this time was no exception. Great place for sausage and Wienerschnitzel lovers as always, traditional dishes my friends enjoyed, but this time I tried a traditional but non-German dish--chicken cordon bleu. The shape was a little off, but otherwise it was prepared perfectly; the outside was golden brown, and the cheese and ham warm and well-balanced with the chicken.
The wine list is dense with Rieslings running the gamut between sweet and dry, and plenty of other German wines complementing the cuisine. The server was knowledgeable, something I appreciate because I am not, about German wines.
It was quiet enough to have a good conversation without having to raise one's voice or strain to hear."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 48 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another successful date night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Not our first visit, but It was our first visit during the winter and although the food is always exceptional the wild game addition was fantastic. I enjoyed the Veal Medallions with a wild mushroom gravy a lot. Our server was very pleasant and professional, the restaurant was quite and has a very romantic atmosphere. Great place for dates and special occasions."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We found Cafe Berlin to have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We found Cafe Berlin to have very good German food, it was very nice for our party of 6. We had reservations and were seated on time, had great service and food. Limited choice of German Beer, but we found what we liked and enjoyed. Overall, it was wonderful."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Cafe Berlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A lovely place to dine, they
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A lovely place to dine, they allowed us to show up early by about an hour in a snowstorm, have a excellent dinner...we have always been treated very nicely here and will continue to patronize the restaurant."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2008
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