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Our cozy front dining room - Cafe Berlin, Washington, DC

Cafe Berlin

4.8
4.8
2344 Reviews
$30 and under
German

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
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
  • 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.
  • 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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What 2,344 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Great for outdoor dining

  • District of Columbia

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Berlin in Washington, DC, captures the authentic flavors of German cuisine with "consistently good food" and a "great German beer selection." The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it an ideal spot for any occasion. Patrons rave about the "excellent service" and highly recommend the schnitzel and apple strudel.
2,344 Reviews
  1. Paul

    Milwaukee10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good place to go in DC. Wonderfully classic German fare.

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  2. Cathy VIP

    Denver20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The good was delicious with lots of options! Leave room for dessert.

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  3. Laura

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’re lovely to fit us in the dining room so we didnt need to eat at the bar.

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  4. Dan VIP

    Washington DC57 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Consistently good food. Great German Beer selection.

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  5. NYgirl

    Washington DC32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent and food was authentic and very good.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a gem. I loved the ambience, with soft yellow lighting. I appreciated the food very much. Especially the schnitzel. The beer selection and cocktail selection were also very good. This was the perfect place to eat before seeing a room in the castle at the Folger. 

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  7. Stephen VIP

    Washington DC188 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Berlin is the best place in the DC area for German food. We were celebrating two birthdays and were not disappointed.

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  8. Andre

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable experience. Food is delicious, well prepared and ample. Server is attentive, courteous and knowledgeable

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  9. MegS

    Anchorage2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sonys was delightful; the dinner from the feta appetizer, to sauerbraten entree, then finishing with an apple strudel and home made cream was delicious!

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  10. Jamie VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed everything! If you want to order the apple strudel, order it at the beginning of your meal as it takes 30-40 minutes to make.

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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 4.8 stars by 2344 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Berlin does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Cafe Berlin

322 Massachusetts Avenu, NE, Washington, DC 20002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 3rd & 4th
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rico Glage
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • 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.
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