The fish meat was quite fresh, the sour taste was more obvious this time, and the starchiness was not that strong, so it tasted very refreshing overall, and the portion was also quite large! One of my friends who went to eat with me didn't eat fish, so his portion went perfectly into my stomach, which was very satisfying! I think the fried seafood and the accompanying sauce are relatively delicious, but the serving speed was too slow, and I was so hungry that I was screaming The Argentinian beef strips were just average, nothing amazing. I personally don't think the tomato soup is delicious, but the other two think it's okay, so I don't recommend it! I still drank the purple corn drink, this time it was iced, it tasted much better read more

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We had cocktails in a lovely lounge setting. The drinks were well prepared and refreshing. We had hor doerves including soup and steak tartar. All was delicious. read more

Very classic German restaurant located in the wonderful hotel Adlon. This iconic space overlooks the Brandenburg gate. It's a striking view especially at sunset. The restaurant is a bit hidden behind another spot in the hotel. Plenty of staff to greet you and get you started. The space is old fashioned and a bit cold. That can also be said of the staff. The highlight for me was the wine. A fantastic wine list with some wonderful finds. The overall good I found to be fine, but very safe and left me full but not blown away by any dishes. Usually at iconic restaurants with such acclaim I leave with a dish seared into my memory. That did not happen here. read more

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Talk about an exquisite dining experience. This two starred Michelin restaurant lived up to the hype. Located in the posh Hotel Adlon, the restaurant is tucked away behind the seating area for the breakfast buffet and you are really transported into a completely different world. We arrived for the first seating of the evening and we had been saving our appetites for this great meal. We chose the six course meal with marinated halibut with citrus fruits and cloves, yellowfin mackerel with mushrooms, saddle of rabbit with an onion taste, pan fried pigeon and a confit of pigeon with wild broccoli, and raspberries with a caramelized puff pastry. We opted out of the cheese course. But, even before our multi-course meal arrived, the chef treated us to a few amuse bouches- A trio of: Lobster mayo with ice cream Quail egg German Apple cheese A Pickled radish Avocado with coriander and citrus mayo Crispy Parmesan sticks The bread presentation on a bed of hot stones was so unique and gorgeous! It included: Butter roll with thyme Malt and honey muffin Focaccia with black olives and bacon Butter with chives and flowers Truffle mayo We finished with a few surprises included an ice champagne pop and a very rustic looking stand to hold three small bites: Puff pastry with lemon, caramel, and chocolate White chocolate with rosemary Cheesecake with passion fruit and orange It's easy to see why this place has garnered two Michelin stars for six years in a row for the chef who has been at the helm since 2011. The food was amazingly creative, the hospitality was top notch, and the presentations were impeccable. It was definitely worth the money. read more

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Lorenz Adlon's only problem is that it does not have three Michelin stars. Through my three week journey in Europe, visiting other fine dining, this by far was the most superior. Let's start with the atmosphere - it has an old world style of class. The hotel is resides in is beautiful and classic, the room you dine in reflects a similar style. It feels more ornate, as if you were transported to what the quintessential "fine dining" restaurant should look like. Furthermore, the view after the sunset of the Brandenburg Gate is stunning for any history geek. Normally when I visit fine dining, I don't feel imbued with a sense of "otherworldly-ness", in the sense like it's surreal to be eating somewhere. I did here at Lorenz Adlon. The service I received here has elevated my expectations of what 2-Star Michelin meals should be. It was truly out of this world. Hans and others made us feel so extremely welcome. They chatted with us about everything. Every member of the team had a story to share or something to be friendly about. Besides being truly warm, the standard things were done perfectly. Recommendations, drink, presentations, all of it made me feel like I was royalty when I'm the furthest thing from this. Furthermore, I did not ask for this service and it was given just because.. that's the best part. Their bare minimum was so fantastic. The first plate itself set the tone for the rest of the meal. Multiple snacks with such high complexity, plating, execution, not to mention the flavor was fabulous. The presentation of the bread... its just bread but it even this was elevated with the stones. The sauces, the proteins, cooked perfectly and paired equally with various parts of the plate. It's weird to talk less about the gourmet food and more about everything else. The main discussion here is that the food was fantastic and grand, as expected, but everything else at Lorenz is equally as magnificent. Please please, make a reservation and create a memory for life. read more

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I am dedicating my 1800th review to one of the best evenings of my life, dining at the fabulous Lorenz Adlon Eszimmer in Berlin The Adlon Kempinski hotel is a grand old hotel with a prime location next to the Brandenberg Gate. Over the fireplace in the restaurant, there's a bust of the emperor dating from 1907 when the dining room opened In a hotel with a bewildering number of restaurants, the Eszimmer is their 2 Michelin starred flagship where Chef Hendrik Otto creates dishes to live up to his motto of 'exciting, expressive, European-inspired cuisine' It's the sort of place I knew would be great from the moment I arrived. As I headed towards the restaurant for my 7pm booking, greeter Dagmar and maitre d' Boris Häbel waved me in, addressing me by name before I even had a chance to identify myself. I continued to be addressed by name by different members of staff throughout the evening and it's touches like these that make guests feel special and unique I think I was given the best table in the magnificent dining room, affording me a direct view of Brandenberg Gate throughout my meal The staff gave good guidance on the menu and drinks. On learning that I was teetotal, they concocted a lovely personalised non alcoholic cocktail based on what flavours I enjoy. Boris even substituted a dish on the tasting menu I had selected with one of his personal favourites - they then reprinted a personalised menu for me with this substitution on it so I could follow the meal as it unfolded! Marc, the head waiter was phenomenal, making sure every guest felt they were the number 1 priority. We had numerous chats about food. He made sure the pacing of my meal was ok, casuing me to have a wise little break in the middle. As I was dining alone, I was even offered reading material, which caused a little pile of German food industry magazines to collect on my table. I was pleased to see that the atmosphere wasn't stuffy despite the ornate surroundings My 8 course tasting menu was augmented with multiple amuse bouches, pre-desserts and post-desserts. For some reason, they spoilt me with extra courses that I noticed other tables not receiving. Thanks, guys! These extra dishes were plated with the same attention to detail and intricacy that graced the main dishes. In fact, some of the my favourite things were in these extra dishes - an unctuous goose liver lollipop wrapped in chocolate dipped in nuts with popping candy, a truffle dipping sauce for the bread and the lightest cheesesticks 1. Amuse plate 5 elements including the aforementioned goose liver lollipop, crayfish parcel & tasting of cucumber 2. Amuse 2 Marinated halibut, carrot and exotic cream 3. Goose liver, brioche cream, parfait, orange, coffee & polenta The goose liver came in different guises but my favourite was in a sphere with truffle - an explosion of flavour as you burst it 4. Freshwater crayfish, warm cocktail sauce, apricot gel, spinach, coconut In the style of 2012 fine dining, a lot of dishes were finished at the table with Marc carefully pouring sauces in a lovely patterns. Nice re-interpretaion of prawn cocktail with little accents of hidden melon 5. Mild smoked silver salmon, white bean fumé, jellied salt water, mango What a wonderful umami hit from caviar and sea urchin sauce 6. Scallop, pork belly, curry emulsion, banana, fennel, artichoke, passion fruit Reads like the creation of a madman, eats like the creation of a genius. A lot of dishes came with a bonus side dish - fennel salad in this case 7. Pigeon, olive sauce, onion rings, pistou, garlic Perfectly cooked pigeon breast with cute mini rings 8. Nebraska beef, goulash sauce shallots, beetroot, almond A bonus of crispy cake on the side 9. Twitched goat cheese, jellied gazpacho These came with a tomato basil and sponge cake, crispy sweet onion slivers & powerful mint leaves to bring it together 10. Pre-dessert Excellent palate cleanser of lemon sorbet, carrot sponge, orange foam, blackberries 11. Chocolate, buttermilk pumpkin ice cream Chocolate came as ganache and bubbled cake. There were fennel stones, sea buckthorn, milk mousse & rosehip in another successful mixing of unlikely partners 12. Petit fours Candy floss. Apple ring beignet, 'Coffee to eat' (deconstructed tiramisu), buttermilk ice cream, homemade Snickers, raspberry macaroon Finally, Alexander offered me a choice of pralines from a giant box - the flashing full sign on my stomach & decorum allowed me to choose only spiced pear & passion fruit Marc talks about delivering the package to guests and it really was the complete package tonight. If you're in Berlin and you have the means to pay for it, do come and spend an evening here. You won't be disappointed read more

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Fancy! The restaurant is located on the second floor of the hotel and overlooks the Brandenburg gate. If you have an option, you should request your table to be close to the window so you can enjoy the view. From beginning to end, this place makes you feel like you are their number one priority. Upon arrival before we said anything, they greeted us by NAME! How cool is that. I have only been to one other restaurant ever that has greeted me and known who I was before I uttered a word. At the end of our meal, they walked us out and shook our hands thanking us for dining with them. We ordered from the a la carte menu and everything we tried was wonderful. They supplied many a amuse bouche as well. I really liked this place because you felt relaxed and comfortable because the staff was attentive, charming, and made you laugh. The restaurant is small, intimate, and does not feel pretentious. One of the highlights for me was the chocolate foie gras lollipop. Heaven on a stick I tell you! read more

I walked 10+ miles around Berlin as I am only here for one day. At the end of my world wind tour, I was starving!!! I stopped in a Starbucks by the Brandenburg Gate to find a good place to eat. I didn't want pub food, I wanted real food. This place had good reviews so I decided to treat myself. Holy hell, this is easily one of the nicest restaurants I've ever been to and I've eaten at some very fancy establishments all over the world. Every course was flavorful, the staff was friendly, best meal I've had in Europe hands down!!!! read more

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Best dining experience I've ever had in my life they are beyond masters at work these flavors will forever be on my palate thanks again for making my trip to Berlin amazing read more

Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer Mesmerizes Dining at Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer in Berlin is the culinary journey of a lifetime. Even kings and queens would be humbled by the magnificent service and grandeur at this Two Star Michelin Rated restaurant. The sumptuous setting hosted fantastic cuisine with artistic presentations that would make Michelangelo proud. This meal will be one of the greatest gastronomical gifts you can bestow upon yourself. Chef Hendrick Otto's Quintessence II menu was enthralling. I elected the full eight courses along with the suggested wine pairings. With all the extra goodies they bring, it ends up being closer to 15 courses. Chef Otto is a sweet and incredibly talented maestro who exudes an affable & humble energy. Growing up his family grew fruits and vegetables, instilling a reverence for fresh ingredients and learning sensational old school recipes. His goal is to stimulate all of your senses and take you on riveting new flavor adventures, which he accomplishes in a grandiose fashion. While the entire experience was exceptional, it was the staff that placed the figurative bow on this gift. Their performance was a synchronized ballet full of smiles and laughter. They were exceptionally funny, warm and accommodating throughout the four-hour grand tasting. The evening commenced with an arrival of pre-course goodies: prawns drenched in chicken liver, a delightful peach and pear champagne libation, Parmesan breadsticks and so much more. Each dish was presented as if it belonged in the Louvre and made me swoon in bliss. The bread over rocks in the Garden of Eden was the most exquisite bread presentation I have ever ever witnessed. The crispy yet soft varieties were heightened with a truffle mayonnaise as well as a tomato and celery sauce. The Goose Liver / Frozen & Raw, a captivating foie gras ice cream, was an art piece in taste, appearance and execution. I was savoring every mind-blowing bite as dust from the cracker gleefully puffed from my mouth. The ginger, almond, raspberry, green peppercorn and orange peel gracing the top of the cracker swirled together in a symphonic fashion. The sweet German wine paired with this decadent dish was perfectly balanced and complemented the foie sensationally. The Pork Shoulder cooked table side on a diminutive backyard grill was quite tasty, but it was the Chef's mother's German potato side dish that was my favorite part, creating a beautiful interpretation of "meat and potatoes." The soft and salty bread with Camembert & Perigord truffle sauce blew my palate to smithereens. I still fantasize about this plate. The cheese and truffle combination in a warm cream contrasted against the spongy bread in a heavenly manner. Even the coffee presentation was rare and gorgeous. In preparation for dessert, they presented an uncommon palate cleanser beginning with foaming tangerine-scented dry ice. This was coupled with a dish comprised of tangerine, gin & tonic chunks and grapefruit sorbet. A truly innovative and sublime way cleanse the palate. Both the Coconut Mango (passion fruit, caramelized skin of milk, black tea, rose, basil) and Chocolate Air and Cream (blackberry, sea buckthorn, hip, oat flakes, buffalo milk, lavender) desserts were outstanding. The composition of the diverse ingredients added enchanting layers of flavor to every blissful spoon. While those two desserts were divine, it was the Carrot Cake with Dill Ice Cream & Rosemary Cotton Candy which blew my mind. The cake was immersed in a celestial apple and carrot sauce topped with phenomenal dill ice cream. The flavor composition was breathtaking. It was accompanied by rosemary cotton candy with a white chocolate bon bon at the base that was unique and exquisite. It was one of the most epic desserts I have ever devoured. There are a select group of special restaurants around the globe that are capable of delivering a mesmerizing dining experience that will be permanently etched into your memory and Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer is definitely among them. This haven is located in the Hotel Adlon Kempinski, which is a feast for the eyes. The impeccable and entertaining service is fit for nobility. Add that to the aesthetically ravishing dishes that are packed with intense delectable flavors and you have one of the most paramount dining experiences of your entire existence. Pics at http://hedonistshedonist.com/blog/lorenz-adlon-esszimmer-mesmerizes/ read more

Excellent service from start to finish! Greeted us from the entry personally directed me with my name which I appreciate. I had the 7 course tasting menu with 2 bottles of Riesling 2010 recommended by the sommelier. It was so good we had to order a second bottle! We started with: Goose liver with coconut milk- it was my favorite dish! Goose liver was light and coconut milk definitely complimented the dish very well. Langoustine lobster and squid with extract of crustaceans, celery, caviar of vegetables bronze fennel was a simple soup with perfectly cooked lobster bites. Third dish we had eggplant with green gazpacho- this dish was ok but I didn't love it since I'm not a huge fan of eggplants. Next dish had sea urchin and oyster. It wasn't in their traditional appearance but it was condensed to small drops which wasn't my preferred choice but it was tasty as well. Fifth dish was pork belly with chili, cardamom, soy sauce, wild rice, and verbana. Pork belly was delicious!! Braised shoulder of lamb was my last dish- it was flavorful and very good! Our dessert included green bell pepper ice cream and caraibe chocolate. I was hesitant at first in my expectations of the green bell pepper ice cream but it was surprisingly refreshing and delicious! Also, they gave us 2 apps and 1 additional dessert complimentary. Loved the service and food. Will return! read more

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Delightful dinner in the hotel for the rich and famous with a choice view of the Brandenburg gate. The restaurant is one floor above ground level in a converted library. Took the six course menu with wine pairing. The bread service was gorgeous. Each dish was very well prepared and presented, usually with a small bright herb or too that made the dish pop. Several had a surprisingly Asian twist. Great pace that took 3 hours to complete. The sommelier proudly described each wine and for most he had a personal relationship with the wine makers, typically German or French. Each were very interesting although none were exquisite and without the stories would not have been as good. The yellow fin mackerel dish was fabulous as was the venison. The table side flambé cake was fun and sweet but not very flavorful. Almost a five star and definitely worth checking out if you are in Berlin. read more

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This restaurant holds for me one of the most esteemed places in my mind, as it was part of one of the most memorable celebrations of my life. This was a year ago, and it was the most beautiful new year's eve dinner I have experienced. From beginning to end, the service was superb, the atmosphere was elegant but not stiff, the food was simply outstanding, and the wine pairing was perfect. When the clock struck twelve, seeing fireworks over the Brandenburg Gate from the restaurant's balcony surrounded by family and strangers who became friends is something I will not forget. It was truly a great memory. read more

Celebrated my anniversary here. Had a 8-course dinner. The food was amazing. True art. Service incredibly friendly. Everything went smoothly. The dessert was my favorite. Absolutely recommended for couples especially. They will set the table romantically and make sure you have a great time. read more

My boyfriend and I are fans of fine dining, so on our last Europe trip, we wanted to visit at least one fine dining place at every city we stopped by. Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer was the place for us on our stop in Berlin. The place has a great view of the brandenburg gate (if you want a view from the table, request it in advance). The restaurant is on the second floor of the Adlon hotel, and it has two dining room. We were seated on the inner dining room that's decorated like a library. I opted for a 6 course meal while my boyfriend got 7 courses. The bread was super memorable because it was served in a plate of hot rocks. My favorite dish of the meal was the lobster soup/bisque. It was super delicious. In terms of "fine dining", it was probably the more sophisticated meal we had on our trip (imo better than Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London, which was one of the more disappointing meal). Highly recommend it for anyone who loves fine cusine! read more

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Very short and sweet: Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer exceeded our expectations. If you have anyone in your party who finds fine dining "challenging," the 4-course menu will totally satisfy them. The restaurant is accommodating to dietary requirements, and the youthful staff is professional and a joy to watch. read more

My friend and I went there for Christmas dinner. We got the table with the view of Brandenburg Gate. Very happy about this. The food was like arts, really GREAT, only the soup was too salty. Service was good. The security guard was very rude. Questioning us why we are at the lobby with very bad attitude. I was showing him the reservation confirmation but he does not even bother to look at it just asked us to follow him to go to the office, but he actually took us to another restaurant inside the hotel. He does not even say "please" when talking to us. The way he treated us was like we are the criminal. Very upset about this, ruin our holiday dinner. read more

Lorenz is likely the best that Germany has to offer. An experienced sommelier who is second to no one and a Maitre D' with unparalleled excellence. But it's about the food. And Lorenz is a great evening for the most discerning diners. The perfect balance of service and friendliness. Will never go to Berlin without dinner in Germany's finest hotel . And I'll always stop to pay hommage to Franz in the Lobby Lounge. read more

Can I please give Lorenz Adlon 10 stars? This dinner made it to the list of LIFETIME top 3 meals. I know I am being dramatic, but I am speaking from the heart. We walked into the lovely dining room of the historic Adlon Hotel and soaked in the grand decor. The hostess greeted us with a genuine, friendly smile and sat us at a table with an unobstructed view of Bradenburg Gate. It was so fun to watch the people congregating in the square as the sun set behind the gate. My husband and I ordered the 6-course fixed price menu, which actually ends up being more like 9 courses if you count the palate cleansers. My husband had the wine pairing and felt that the wines were exquisitely matched with each dish. Each course we had was true art, the temperatures were always perfect, and the presentation was spot on and perfectly coordinated. The service was professional and friendly- not pretentious at all. They made us feel welcome, really like family. By the time the experience was over, my husband and I were very full. If we ever visit Berlin again and we have the means, we'll be back (and we won't have lunch that day in preparation). read more

Yes , impressive building , however we waited 12 minutes where we was directed by staff to wait then told to go upstairs , after 20 minutes we found where we needed to be . Nice tea and cakes but for me I feel the staff wanted to help when money was involved , then we were of no significance . I miss English 5 star whee you are treated special from entrance until exit , Germans not famous for their hospitality !!!! read more

Superb! Visiting this restaurant was one of my best experiences. The staff makes you feel special and the food was excellent.

Restaurant Lorenz Aldon is one of the fanciest restaurants that I have been to! It was the perfect restaurant to go on a date with my husband. The restaurant was located on the second floor of a hotel. It actually overlooks the Brandenburg gate. The views out the window are breathtaking and the environment is just simply glamourous. All of the food that we had was amazing. My personal favorite was the mild smoked silver salmon. Just delicious! read more

Most amazing experience in a very long time a perfect mixture of food and art with exceptional service! Perfection at every turn!