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Visited with some friends on a Wednesday night for some food. We'd never been before but we're familiar with Five Guys and wanted to see if it was similar. The ordering process is really easy- you can order on your phone or at a kiosk inside the restaurant. I don't remember the names of our burgers but the total (plus a small order of fries) was €17. Muuuuuch cheaper than Five Guys. It took about 15 minutes to make which was fine with us. They have a ketchup and Mayo pump in the restaurant too! Overall it was fine, the burger was good even though it's not my preferred. If you want a burger this isn't a bad place to go.
Wow. That's the review. The Cheeseburger was perfect. A soft bun, thick patty, juicy/fresh toppings. 100% recommend and at a reasonable price. I didn't get true cheese fries, so it was through UberEats, they gave me the cheese on the side. Good idea or else they'd be soggy. But, nonetheless, the entire meal hit the spot
I wasn't expecting this to be a gem! Cast iron shack like burger dive under a train line. The food is cranked out quickly and is delicious. There are two no frills, bohemian eating areas. One outside and one just enclosed with some heat to take the edge off. The burger patties taste like freshly ground chuck and simply seasoned. The bun is fresh and well grilled. The cheese sauce runs thickly and the other ingredients flavorful. Price is very reasonable. I am craving a return!
Excellent burgers in an awesome location. Smack dab in East Berlin's central clubbing district and situated under an elevated set of train tracks, your guaranteed to get great food in incredible ambiance at Burgermeister. Day or late night, be prepared for a line and very limited table seating. But it's ok. Trust me, it'll be worth it. The menu is cheap. The bacon cheese fries and chili cheeseburger are as good as they sound. Enjoy!
I love cheeseburgers more than just about anyone on the entire planet, and after hearing such great things about Burgermeister, I made the trek to eat here once I arrived in Berlin. Let me tell you: the hype is real and 100% deserved. This was one of the (if not THE) best burger I have ever been served anywhere in the world. It was so great I went back to eat here twice while in the bustling German city. This place is dive-y because it's literally located in the middle of a busy street under a bridge (you'll be eating and looking out a window at cars that are whizzing by mere feet away). There's extremely limited seating so come prepared to stand up. There will be a line but it moves quickly. The employees were kind with us foreigners and they do speak English (although you'll score points if you at least try to order in German as we did). You order at the window, pay, and then get your food when it's ready. Since everything is made fresh to order, expect to wait a minimum of 15 minutes on a busy day. We had to elbow our way into a small standing room only ledge to eat our meal but it just added to the overall ambiance! I opted for a local cold beer and a classic burger with chili cheese fries. What struck me the most was the overall high quality. Europeans have better food standards than we do here in the U.S. and it shows in their food! The bun was soft and spongy with a buttery flavor, the burger tasted super beefy and fresh, and the produce toppings were top notch all around (crispy lettuce, bright red tomatoes, and sweet onions)! All of these elements combine to make one of the best burgers you'll ever eat. The fries were great too! Topped with chili, jalapenos and a melty cheese sauce, the potatoes were crispy and hot. They were also a standout. The portion size was a little small compared to the bloated American standards but they're so satisfying that ordering one to share will be plenty. They even came with cute little wooden mini forks for eating. If I had to describe the burger to Americans, think of it as a super high quality mesh between In-N-Out and SmashBurger. That's not doing the place justice, but you get the general idea. Bring stickers from your hometown if you have 'em because customers have adorned the interior with them. Don't let anyone poke fun at you for eating American style burgers while in a foreign country -- these are THAT good, take it from a burger fiend like me. I LOVE this place and can't wait to return to Berlin to eat here again!
We just finished watching a concert that ended at 11pm and me being the country bumpkin that I am from Hawaii, my concern was that maybe there weren't a lot of places open. Oh how about Burgermeister?? Uh oh they close at....4am???? WTF, this Berlin place is paradise!!! Anyway, we waited in a reasonably short line while techno played from the inside of Burgermeister and what is this, beer for 2 euros??? So my wife and I had 2 cheeseburgers and 2 French fries (one with cheese) and I had a beer which I think was the best damned 2 euro beer I've ever had. Burger was awesome, fries are awesome, and now I like eating my French fries with mayo, thank you very much. Seriously good burger here, medium and juicy with a few medium rare parts here and there. They put their lettuce tomato and onion on the bottom of the burger and the cheese on the top, why?? Because that's how it's done.
Such a great burger. We were walking in the area and saw the reviews on yelp. Headed over there and grabbed a quick lunch. We caught it right before the crowds started so the wait wasn't too bad. Funny thing is that it used to be an old Train station bathroom. Don't worry the food is excellent. Just enough grease to feel like you are getting a legit burger with great flavor. Seating is at a premium and you are sitting on metal bars with makeshift pads around them. Good mix of people were there when we were eating. Love places like that. This is a great place to grab some food.
This place was amazing! Probably one of the best fast food style burgers I have ever had. Most burger places make themselves better by providing larger pieces of meat, or making the burger giant sized to compensate for not having any way of making the burger taste better. But at Burgermeister, the size was normal, and they didn't feel a need to giant size their burger to make it better, they were able to make it good by just showcasing the best they had in the size given. The Hausmeister burger was excellent, the bun was amazing, the bacon was super delicious, the patty was really well cooked. It just all came together to be an amazing burger, at an excellent price, and in a fast food setting. I really wish we had one of these in the states, cause I'd be there all the time.
11 years ago
Mix the typical Berlin to-go "Imbiss" style with American burgers - you'll love this place. Location: Kreuzberg, Schlesisches Tor, under the elevated subway tracks. Build into an old toilet house. Yes, this used to be a public toilet. The U1 above you, the busy Schlesische Strasse left and right, and the river Spree a stone-throw away. If you don't know it by now, you're in the heart of it. Food: A small kitchen behind the to-go counter, a couple of stand-by tables - that's Burgermeister. The food though, delicious. Think In-n-Out or Habit (if you'e from Cali), just Berlin-style. My favorites are the CHILIE CHEESEBURGER (w/ jalapenos, 4 Euro) and the MEISTERBURGER (onions, mustard, bacon, bbq sauce, 4.50 Eur). And who doesn't like fries? POMMES are the regular Berlin fries, but also try the CHEESEFRIES (w/ bacon or onions) and the CHILIE CHEESEFRIES (w/ bacon, jalapenos, beef meat), which is a dish itself. Just awesome. If you're new to the city, Burgermeister should be your first stop. This is everything you'll need to know about Berlin. read more
10 years ago
Probably one of best burgers to pass my lips, if not the best. I stuck with the classic cheeseburger and it did not disappoint. Ticking all the burger boxes; solid, juicy and flavourful patty, good quality soft bread, cheese melted just enough, topped with pickles and onions. Wish I was eating one right now. This little burger kiosk located essentially on a median strip at the intersection of a busy road, serves burgers, beers, and chips two ways. Arrive early to get a seat, it's popular. It's a slightly dodge location, but that adds to the charm... Maybe. read more
9 years ago
If you're in Berlin, this is a must have. The line will always be around the block, but it moves quickly and there is free wifi. Grab a beer while waiting and just enjoy! Everyone on the line is super chill and cool, so you'll make friends. The people you're on the line with, you'll probably end up sharing a table with, so play nicely! If you're feeling daring, order the double with everything on it. Grab extra napkins, you're going to need them. read more
This definitely makes my top-5-burgers-of-all-time! We'd actually had dinner and post-dinner snacks, so we shared a cheeseburger between the two of us with cheese fries on our walk home. The most notable thing about this place is the location. It's under a train line, in a men's toilet, outside. There's tables to stand and eat your food at - it's very, very casual so don't go expecting anything fancy. You order the food from the guy behind the counter and get a ticket with your number on it. It was around €9 for the cheeseburger, fries and a bottle of coke. We visited around 10pm on a Thursday and it only took about 5 minutes for our burger - most tables were occupied so we sat on a box to the side. I started on the cheese fries while Graeme had his half of the burger. I would go back just for these, they were so good. The portion was super small though, I'm not sure if there's an option for a larger one. The cheese sauce was heavenly and well covered the chips. Then I got to try the burger. Offfttt, it was GOOD. The bun was sesame seed which wouldn't be my first preference but this one was actually really nice and soft rather than those awful crispy ones you get. The meat was cooked medium rare and was delicious, I loved the freshness of the lettuce and tomato on it. I didn't taste too much cheese on it but Graeme thought that maybe he'd eaten most of it in his half. All up, a very good burger and definitely in my top 5 burgers of all time. read more
10 years ago
I never expected one of the best burgers I'd eat would come from a former public toilet. Burgermeister was our first stop after our hotel as we had heard nothing but rave reviews. I've had a lot of burgers in my time, but these were something else. Served from what used to be a public toilet under a railway arch, the setting is the epitome of Berlin's street food culture. The burgers were straight to the point and so damn cheap but also insanely delicious. So fresh, juicy and tender. From the outside it doesn't look like anything special, and when we arrived there wasn't much of a queue so we were a bit sceptical, but we must have just timed it right as the queue was right out the door when we were leaving! The ordering system is efficient, you're given a number after ordering and wait a few minutes until it's ready. Saves on crowding the serving hatch, which is good in such a small space. It's not a sit down place, but there is heating and shelter so it's not the end of the world. Drinks menu isn't too extensive, but as I said before it's cheap enough to overlook. I don't want to admit it, because it's so far away from home, but it might just be the best burger I've ever had. read more
I am a cheeseburger fanatic, and this place DEFINITELY doesn't disappoint! We went around 3PM and didn't have to wait very long to order or for our food. We both just got a plain cheeseburger and fries (and of course, a couple of beers). The burger was cooked perfectly, and the crispy and buttery bun made the entire meal. I can still taste it! There wasn't very much seating however, and some funky tables with piping as chairs, which was unique. But if you want a delicious, no-frills, reasonably-priced, awesome meal, this is where you should go. Menu was easy to understand in English and the staff were very accommodating! read more
10 years ago
The lines here are always long regardless of when you go. For us it was around a 30 minute wait, but you know it should be worth it when every single garbage can in a 200 meter radius is filled with Burgermeister boxes. The line moves pretty fast and it was definitely worth it. I'm almost ashamed to admit my favourite meal in Berlin was a burger, but man was it a good burger. Our whole crew ordered Meister Burgers and not a single crumb was left behind. Chilli fries were good too, but the burgers were spectacular. read more
8 years ago
11 years ago
On a previous visit to Berlin I stayed nearby and passed Burgermeister every time I went to the U-Bahn station but never got round to checking it out. This burger joint in a former public toilet seemed to be popular day and night. This time, we were in the area not long after arriving in the city so joined the queue for our first meal there. It took quite a wait in the queue before we reached the counter to order, and then another wait for our number to flash up on the LED to collect our food - probably about 30 mins in total. Worth it though. We'd ordered a tofu burger and a Meister Aller Klassen (double cheeseburger with bacon) with cheese fries. I don't eat meat but I thought the burger looked amazing - my OH declared it to be the best burger he's ever tasted and struggled to finish it as it was so mighty. I'm not usually the world's biggest tofu fan but this was really great, crispy on the outside with a tasty mango sauce on top (you can have mango or peanut sauce), mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. The cheese fries went down well too, we had ours with jalapenos. There are tables but the 'seats' are actually bike stands - not the most comfortable, but gives you something to perch on while you eat. If you don't mind the queueing, you can have a really tasty and inexpensive meal from here. read more
When looking for this restaurant rated in the top 10 in Berlin, you might find yourself driving right by it. The restaurant is actually a small shop that looks like a truck trailer with windows located below the Oberbaum bridge. If you're looking for a large sit down restaurant, Burgermeister is not the place for you. However, if you're looking for great burgers and fries at a low price at a place that is open late, you'll love Burgermeister. I am told there are usually long line-ups. We went there after the Red Hot Chili Peppers concert at the Mercedes Benz arena (which is close by) and there were about 20 people in line. The line moves quickly however the wait for your food is actually a bit longer. It took us about 20 mins to get our food. They offer a variety of burgers and fries. We had the BBQ Burger and the Chili Cheese fries and both were awesome. The burgers are the right size (they also have a double burger if you're really hungry) and the chili cheese fries were insanely good! The small interior does get a it rowdy, perhaps especially after a concert. One guy in there dropped 3 bottles of beer on the concrete floor which shattered all over the place and clean-up wasn't that quick and in fact didn't happen at all while we waited. The have stand up counters inside or a few stand/sit tables outside. For a quick and tasty treat, Burgermeister is awesome. read more
What could possibly be the best reward after running the Berlin Marathon? BURGERMEISTER of course!!! I always liked it while I was living in Berlin, it tasted even better this time. You have to queue a bit but it's worth it. Burgers are delicious (and cheap!!), fries with cheese are a killer and the atmosphere under U-schlesisches tor is cool! Definitely a must do in Berlin, no matter what time of the day! read more
10 years ago
Possibly the best burger I've had in years. Was keeping my expectations low as the kitchen is, after all, operating out of a public bathroom--but whatever it lacks in initial appeal, it makes up for in taste. The chili cheese burger was char-grilled to perfection with a generous helping of mayo and spicy sauce. Loved the jalapeños and pickles in there as well, and it made for a great meal to have outside. There is very little seating, however, and it consisted of poles rather than chairs--so of you are looking for a more comfortable dining experience, this might not be the place. Excellent for a quick bite before heading out for sightseeing--or for the night. read more
7 years ago
If give it about a 4.5 after trying it only once. I need to try the different burgers or try the chili cheese fries next time. But I had the BBQ burger and added cheese. I don't know if the patty is different than the classic cheeseburger but I'm guessing it's the same and the only difference is that there's bacon and BBQ sauce. The BBQ sauce was really light, and I didn't even taste it (so maybe ask for extra sauce). I'd also recommend asking for grilled onions (not sure if it's possible) but I feel like BBQ and grilled onions is a must combo. The meat patty is good and I like how it's crispy on the outside without being dry on the inside. The cheese fries come with a liquid cheese, which is pretty good, but I have a feeling the chili cheese fries is better because it comes with jalapeños ha. I also like how this place is under the train! I love eating outside. After ordering, it took around 10 minutes to get our order. I'd def come back though. read more
Burger fun at midnight in Berlin. yes. You need it. I need it. After drinks come here and recover. So popular at night. Don't be dissuaded by the fact it was a fin-de-siecle toilet. OK, maybe not that old, but it was a toilet at one time. Anyway, it is awesome. read more
11 years ago
I love the burgers here, I wouldn't recommend visiting this place when the temperature is warm if you choose to dine in. There is only outdoor seating. read more
It's not the best burger in Berlin, but it's one of my favorites. Transformed from a public toilet under the U-Bahn, Burgermeister offers up a simple menu of cheeseburgers and tofu burgers, fries and drinks. The prices are typical Berlin-cheap; a burger, fries and drink should cost ~7 EUR. The burgers are served almost In-N-Out / White Castle-style, in a small envelope standing vertically. The buns are butter-toasted, and the cheese sauce for the fries is an unholy orange that tastes infinitely better than it looks. It's always busy (and there's always a line) but service is friendly and moves surprisingly quick. There were a dozen orders ahead of us and we still got our burgers in around 10 minutes. Seating is only available in the form of tall standing tables along the front and side, so you may have to wait, but turnaround is quick so odds are you'll have to place to put your beer by the time you have your burger in hand. read more
8 years ago
Well I am not a fan of burgers, but this place is worth to visit for "the best burger in Berlin" in ex public toilet under metro bridge. Portions are not so big but burger with meat and bacon together is good to try. Long queque as in every popular place in Berlin, so better come in line with your beer - not to booring to wait. read more
7 years ago
Burgermeister is an amazing place to check out! I live in NYC and have tried multiple establishments like In-N-Out and Shake Shack, Burgermeister is definitely better. Upon arrival, I was traveling with a group of six people so just beware because the place is TINY and does not have any real seating. When you order you'll receive a ticket and wait for your number to be called. That's more of where the waiting will come into play. I arrived at around 4 o'clock and the line was out the door but it moved pretty quickly so max I was on that line for about 5-10 mins. I ordered the hausmeister burger and got chili cheese fries on the side. SO GOOD. The burger is made fresh and is so crispy and juicy! On top of that the bun isn't just soft but also toasted just enough so you get an amazing crunch to each and every bite. The chili cheese fries were good, but nothing super amazing to rave about. The cheese was definitely on point but they don't give too much of the meat. Also, beware their are jalapeños on the fries just in case you don't like them! Nonetheless, I would definitely still recommend you getting the fries with the burger just because it's a great side to have. read more
Living in the States, I didn't really like burgers. Then I moved to Portugal where they make horrible burgers, and I gained a newfound apprecitaion for a gourmet American style burger. Burgermeister's burger was amazing! I got the cheeseburger with BBQ sauce and fries. The BBQ sauce was thinner and sweeter than I expected but otherwise it was exactly what I imagined while I was waiting in line. Besides the great food, there's also the seductive allure of getting your burger under a train bridge from a guy standing in a former public toilet. It's kitschy, cool, and weird. The line is super long and there is only limited table space, but the line does move fairly fast and you can always share a table with strangers and make new friends. The table I was at, the little German boy kept saying it was the best burger he ever had from a bathroom and I have to agree. read more
I heard about this place as one of the must- eat places in Berlin and it definitely does not disappoint! Located underneath the bahn station, it's a cute shack- like establishment with some AMAZING burgers ! Both my friend and I chose to go with the meisterburger- a delicious burger with crispy fried onions, BACON, bbq sauce, mustard and all the other traditional burger fixings. Especially when it comes to burgers, so many place claim to be the "best of" but with burgermeister, I can believe that it may be the best of Berlin because it's one of the best burgers I've ever had! read more
8 years ago
Came here three nights in a row during my stay in Berlin. Amazing burgers, open late night (I believe we were told until 2:30am). I came here the first night and tried paying by card, it is a cash only establishment. There is an Atm in the train station across the street if you don't have cash. Highly recommend!! read more
11 years ago
One of the best burgers I've ever eaten. Quickly prepared, even though they were incredibly busy. Friendly and helpful staff (especially as we don't speak much German). Every aspect of this burger was perfect. Also so cheap for only €4. Will definitely be eating here again before we leave Berlin read more
9 years ago
Definitely deserves its high ratings!! The buns are amazing, I would eat it by itself without anything. I ordered the hausmeister and it was really tasty, came with cheese,bacon,lettuce and onions. Make sure to try their chili sauce too as it adds extra flavor. Burgermeister is definitely better than the ordinary fast food burgers I've had although I guess a little bit on the pricier side for fast food (4.90 euros for mine) but the taste and portion is definitely worth the price! read more
10 years ago
Superb burgers. Period. Everything was perfect about the burgers. Perfect size, the meat was very juicy and tender, the buns were toasted in butter (that worked in favor ;) ) and finally the price. Very reasonable and hence high value for money. The place itself is very small. An old public toilet was refurbished and made into this place. So no seating arrangement. They have a small indoor area, more than half of which is taken by the kitchen. The remaining area has a kind of a shelf running along the wall where you can stand next to each other and eat. Outside, they have placed some kind of cushion around metal pipes (like the ones you see on a bike stand for the locks) and tables between them. Expect long queues, as apparently it is quite famous with the locals and tourists alike. read more
6 years ago
7 years ago
Quick & cool this place will sort you on your late night. The burger is good but not more than that. Meat is average, cheese low quality. It's a high traffic place; loads of people coming in and out after or before their night out. Not a life changer. read more
4 years ago
8 years ago
Perfect for burgers and grub. Good fast service. Friendly people around you. Delectable and a fun place to be while in Berlin. read more
9 years ago
Great burgers with awesome fries and service. Be prepared for a short wait and limited seating, but it's worth it. Wish we had the opportunity to visit more than once while we were in town. read more
10 years ago
It was good to try the burger that they have but in my opinion there are much better burger places here in Berlin than Burgermeister. The prices are good from 4€-6€ .. The have french fries and you can add cheese on it but they don't have sweet potato fries. An I said it would be good to go and try the burger they have. read more
6 years ago
7 years ago
burgers are easily at the top of my list of favorite foods, but with that said, they aren't the first thing i seek out when in a foreign place. i had briefly heard of burgermeister, but did not know specifics or read any reviews and initially wrote it off as being a fast food joint chain--which it isn't. we ended up by the east side gallery after a long day and didn't want to travel too far to find something to eat when burgermeister popped back up on my radar. oh boy am i glad we chose to go here. this place is worth the hype for sure and definitely worth the money as it is so cheap. i don't normally eat my cheeseburgers fully loaded but i did here and i'm so glad i did. all the flavors work so well together, it's absolutely to die for. it's not too big but i found it to be a filling meal when paired with the fries. expect a line but it moves fairly quickly. the real trouble is finding a table. when we ordered we said it was "for here" because a couple tables seemed to be finishing up so we thought there was a good chance we'd score a table. (there are like 7 tables total at the outdoor Schlesisches Tor location.) i did not realize what a challenge it would be to secure a table. basically, order your burger to go unless you are willing to fight for a table. seriously, i watched at least 3 stare-downs while in the process of ordering and waiting for my burger. it was very competitive and people were claiming their spots far before they ever reached the ordering window. read more
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Awesome burger place with a really cool location. Glad I stumbled on this place while I was in the area. The wait can be long but is well worth it and people move on from the standing tables pretty frequently. The burgers are super cheap and cooked perfectly with a crispy exterior and juicy inside. Well worth stopping by if you're in the area. read more
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Oberbaumstr. 8
10997 Berlin
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Kreuzberg
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