If you're lucky enough to visit Berlin, at one point during your trip you'll want to sample the local cuisine beyond the currywurst. Everyone pointed to Lutter & Wegner as the place to go for fine, mid-priced German cuisine. In operation for exactly 300 years this year, the restaurant has four outlets scattered throughout central Berlin, and I tried the one closest to my hotel in Charlottenburg. While a bit cramped, it definitely has the old-world ambiance that must appeal to big families taking grandma out for her 70th birthday. At least that was the impression I got from the clientele who was there at 6:30PM. The menu required a bit of translation, at least the daily specials page, which the young waitress was more than happy to do for my benefit. There were so many variations on meat, potatoes, and sauerkraut that I was torn on what to try. I went for the Tagessuppe ("Soup of the Day", 7 Euros), which was a lovely veal broth with liver blood sausage meatballs mixed with equally spherical dumplings and basil (see photo). This was followed by a hearty entree, the 9.50-Euro Grilled Irish Hereford Angus Entrecote with Wiesenpilzen (Forest Mushrooms) and Bratkartofflen (Sauteed Potatoes) (see photo). Granted an unadventurous choice on my part but a delicious steak. It was all fine up to that point, but as the place was starting to fill, I have to say I was summarily ignored. It was starting to get silly since I only wanted the check to avoid the oncoming rainstorm. Then I did the unthinkably gauche thing for a typical American to do and walked up to the bar to pay my tab. I'm sure the waitstaff winced at my behavior, but I really just wanted to free up a table for them. Anyhow, I'd still go back to Lutter & Wegner, preferably with a big party with a lot of glasses of Riesling to clink together. FOOD - 4 stars...hearty German fare with continental flair AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...dark but classy though the tables are a bit packed together SERVICE - 3 stars...started off great and then just plain disappeared TOTAL - 4 stars...someone sing "Edelweiss" for me read more

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I just as so excited to go here a few days ago. My maiden name was Wegner and my Grandfather and Great grandfather were born in Berlin. I was hoping to meet a Wegner, but instead I met a lot of wonderful staff and had a great time with friends while we ate and drank some lively food and Sect. It was a great experience. Thank you! I can't wait to go again. read more

Be careful! NO credit cards accepted!!! We asked the waitress if we can pay with VISA which is pretty standard in Germany. Not in this restaurant! As soon as they found out that we wanted to pay with VISA they ignored us completely and gave us a nasty attitude!! read more

The hotel recommended this place on our first night. I have to say the food was quite outstanding! I got the butter fried Wiener Schnitzel which was delicious. Service was prompt and professional. Pricing wasn't too bad either, about $20 for a full meal. Definitely recommended. read more

Lutter & Wegner is the ultimate in German charming restaurants. It's comfortable. The service is perfect. The food is exactly as it should be and the classics haven't changed in years. There are two dining rooms, the more formal Restaurant and the rustic Weinhandlung (wine shop). Both have waistcoated waiters shuffling between tables full of locals dining on perfect Weiner Schnitzel. In summer come for a long lunch at one of the outdoor tables beside Gendarmenmarkt Square. If you're lucky enough to be in Berlin during the Christmas markets, then get a table at their little cosy pop-up in the Gendarmenmarkt. At all times Lutter & Wegner is an ideal loooooong, meal in Berlin. More at: http://www.eatacity.com/guide/Berlin/place/lutter-wegner/ read more

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From a trip back in 6/2012...unposted review Cliff notes: Good higher-end German-style food. We came to this place through Yelp and were surprised it also came up in a couple of travel books and sites as well. It was more than the two $$ indicated for each person with drinks. The closest restaurant I've been to for comparison based on cuisine is Edi and the Wolf. Of course that restaurant is more Austrian and this one is more German. My wife had the veal chop and I had schnitzel. My wife said this was her favorite dish of our whole trip. Her veal was incredibly tender, cooked perfectly with distinct clean flavors. My schnitzel was also cooked perfectly with a light and crisp breading that complimented the flavor of the meat. The mushrooms added more savoriness but I had maybe one or two mushrooms that had a grain of dirt. Not really acceptable but I hear that's a lot better than other restaurants. I guess they don't have fancy automated veggie washers like some restaurants in the US use. We ate at a lot of German cuisine and this restaurant was probably one if not THE most expensive restaurant we visited on our trip. Though we didn't go out of our way to really splurge anywhere. Stacking up the PQR on this place, it was indeed better than all the other restaurants we went to. It was priced appropriately but we did find an Austrian restaurant in Prenzlauer berg that are so close in quality for nearly 30% less, I personally wouldn't eat here again. Again, there just doesn't seem to be that higher level of service you would expect a NY restaurant at this price point, but then there's also the language barrier. Overall, solid restaurant for this neighborhood and for tourists that are looking for a nice German restaurant. read more

When I visited here last summer the smoking ban hadn't come into effect and the obscene number of smokers in this small and cozy restaurant tried their best to ruin a lovely dinner. Fortunately they didn't manage completely. The schnitzel was fantastic and the service was good. I really should go back again now and enjoy their food in a smoke free atmosphere. read more

With enough Lutter & Wegners in Berlin to suit every tourist's needs (and locations), this is not some branch, but the ORIGINAL! That being said, you wont find many tourists here, instead a German clientele celebrating a special night out. So although dress is casual, you will find the men in jackets and trousers (NOT jeans) and the women in suits or dresses. It's relatively tiny and reservations are a must and because it's small, you may well start a conversation with your neighbor - at the very least asking them to watch out as you squeeze by to take your seat... The kitchen is excellent and very seasonal. The wine list tends to German and Austrian, but you'll be fine thanks to the knowledgeable and attentive service staff. Thank goodness they take credit cards, because it's a high end tab! read more

Great little place off the main roas and built in 1811. We didnt have a reservation but they seated us, it was early Our server Benny was polite and polished and knew the menu. Food was excellent. Overall meal was very good .. beef and salmon were perfect...coc a vin was astounding Except for the snooty woman seated next to us read more

Enjoyed my night at Lutter und Wegner. Big meals, typical big German meala. I had the boar chop and it was big but well cooked with poratoes and some other vegetables in a jus. Really. Nice service and the setting insidw the restaraunt was quite lovely. Really good night. read more

Lutter & Wegner - German Near Me - Berlin, BE

Great restaurant with tasty sauerbraten!

Excellent restaurant with perfect feel and service. Small and special. They say is the 3rd best Wiener schnitzel , but we went today to Ottenthem , considered the best in town, as I continue my schnitzel quest. But sorry Lutter is #1 in my book. Perfect lightness, potato salad perfect, cucumber salad light and fresh. Very special place in a berlin full of steel and concrete and "big" restaurants. read more

We went here for a business lunch with a client, and the restaurant offers some great quality food! I can absolutely recommend it!