Convenience shop with snacks, personal care items, cosmetics, and other great finds…read more Such a relief to know a protein bar or disinfectant wipes are never too far away because I guarantee there will always be something you forget to get yesterday, or the day before. . . And sometimes it's nice just to pop in for a treat. Happy to see the organic and healthy snacks here! I bought a smoothie here in a glass bottle that is perfect to repurpose as a water bottle. Love when that happens. . .

Every time I travel abroad, I can't resist stocking up on goods at a local pharmacy. I visited this…read morelocation of DM and also visited another nearby called Rossmann, located inside the Alexanderplatz train station. DM wins by far. A massive selection of inexpensive, high-quality cosmetics, health/wellness/beauty products. Also a great variety of brands - from more expensive (Essie, Loreal etc), to a generic DM brand that has copies of popular products at cheaper prices. Also a worth noting is a nice selection of organic goodies, snacks, and travel-size products.

For the longest time, I thought that the DM at Hermannplatz was the closest to where I live, and…read morebemoaned the 3.5 km journey. While that's not so bad a distance, riding by bike is always particularly awful when I need to stock up on cat litter (this is the only place I buy it) and taking the bus is uncertain, as the M29 is likely the most inconsistent line ever. Then I discovered DM in Friedrichshain. This one is only 2.5 km away, and served by direct U-Bahn and tram connections. So stoked! I don't know how I have seen the neighboring Kaiser's so clearly but overlooked this location... but no more. It is large and conveniently-located and easily accessible. For those reasons alone, this might be my new go-to location, at least on days and during times when there aren't so many tourists...

Convenient location right inside the Alexanderplatz train station, bottom floor…read more Unfortunately, the store is kind of dirty, the selection isn't that great, and from the minute I entered the store with a friend a security guard followed behind idly and kept an eye on us the entire time. I don't mind a security presence, but I'm a grown woman... not a teenager with sticky hands. Terribly insulting!

It's super small in here, but they fit a lot in the cramped quarters. And it's open on Sundays,…read morewhich is a plus.