We showed up without a reservation and maybe :05 before they were open (forgot the damn "open now"…read morebutton, again) but the nice lady seated us outside, and took amazing care of us. One of the best meals I had in Europe, the special, "truffle-pasta with tomato and parmagiano" was so good we had it as a main and again as dessert, lol. If you're in the neighborhood, look for the sweet vw bus and get some wine and nibbles.

Lovely wine cafe with even better food. We loved the family feel, and the menu was so large - tough…read moreto decide what to get when everything sounded and smelled incredible. Ended up trying a local Riesling & multiple cheese/meat boards. Can't wait to be back. Service was also lovely.

This place is amazing. Friendly, elegant, and the bar staff -- in this case, Louis Vito -- friendly…read moreand fun. Definitely recommended!

This bar was sexy AF. I almost felt like it was a waste taking a random first date there, not…read morebecause it was expensive, but more because the ambiance is very special and should be experienced with someone special too. The mixologist had an interesting German name I can't remember - a Berliner that had a great command of Bourbon drinks. I tried quite a few. My favorite was a bourbon chartreuse sazerac - I'm drooling in a shitty hostel bed in Croatia just thinking about it. The bar is in a quiet part of town, but that only adds to the intimacy of it. After a couple great drinks, you can stroll to Kreuzberg/Neukölln and keep the sexy vibez going.

The true definition of a Michelin 3 star is someplace worthy of a detour. While it wasn't quite a…read moredetour, we did pick Berlin over another destination given the opportunity to try RUTZ. Where to start??? 1. Timing - stars aside, the restaurant serves a 12 course menu, at 15 each, that's 3+ hours... comments not withstanding about length, it is to be an evening event. Not meant to be consumed while watch timing, meant to be enjoyed at its fullest.... It is a process but well worth the time investment 2. Flavor profile - every course delicate yet balanced. Never too heavy, just walking the balance of the ingredients 3. Ingredients- in the heart of winter, they manage to maintain a variety of foraged vegetables 4. Cooking style - creative yet respectful to traditional cooking methods, you will see some unexpected treatment (puréed sauerkraut and fried into chips???) but not "magic" 5. Philosophy- a humbled and relaxed approach, nothing stuffy about the place, for a guy who has every bragging rights, Chef Marco is down to earth, friendly and humbly devoted to his craft. Last but not least, what's a meal like this without the perfect wine pairing.... The som did a wonderful job. Each dish paired beautifully with the right kind of wine and the correct profile. All in all, very much deserving of their 3 star. I would come back to Berlin just to come here again. 5.

HOW DOES RUTZ HAVE ONLY 4 STARS ON YELP???…read more As a Yelp Elite, I am telling you to discount those sour-grapes reviews below (for example, someone cancelled their reservation and blamed the restaurant for that). Rutz has great food and great service served by professional staff who clearly (a) know what they are doing and (b) care about making sure that every diner has an unforgettable experience! Having earned 3 Michelin Stars, one must EXPECT Rutz to be a sensational restaurant! And it certainly is that! While that is not always the case, with Rutz, they somehow far exceeded expectations! If I could vote to give them a fourth Michelin Star I would do so in a heartbeat! They clearly deserve a Fifth Yelp Star! We had some dietary restrictions and they were met cheerfully and complied with strictly, without so much as a look askance. I am extremely knowledgeable about wines generally, and specifically about German wines. I almost never order the wine pairing because it almost always disappoints me (too young, lacking in complexity, lacking in quality, or all 3!), Rutz is the rare exception! Their wine pairing was mostly delicious and brilliantly selected to enhance the food courses with which the wines were paired! Chardonnay with Caviar? From now on, YES! There were some intriguing pairings that were off-the-chart perfect. In that the wine enhanced the food and the food enhanced the wine and both were elevated by their marriage that was either made in heaven, or, possibly, in the mind of the Head Sommelier who clearly knows what he is doing and, even more importantly, was able to explain, guide, and educate, all at the appropriate level(s) for the various audience(s). The best part of all was that he came and poured us each a taste of wine so we could decide whether to accept (and pay for!) a glass or wait until the next course. I have never seen that before and every Michelin Star Sommelier should adopt the generous practice! If your travels bring you to Berlin, you simply MUST dine at Rutz!

Beautiful selection of wines. They also have a limited selection of cocktails, and one beer…read moreavailable. The service was attentive and the ambiance was chill. Good spot to hang out, sip some wines and people watch.

Great place with a lot of open wines and a very very friendly service with a very good knowledge…read more Go there you will not be disappointed

I loved this place. I had a nice Spanish red and a tasty cheese platter. Ambiance is relaxed and…read moreclassy/ casual chic. Owner was polite, spoke good English and let us try different wines before deciding.

Wow, what a place. On a trip to Berlin in March we stumbled across this wine bar as we were…read moresearching yelp for wine options close by. We walked in to an immaculately designed space. Seriously, the owners put so much thought into this place. It is beautiful and relaxing. The two owners, husband and wife, greeted us very warmly and offered to walk us through our options. Our German being very poor, the owners offered to translate the menu to help our choice of wine. We settled on a German wine that was recommended by the owner. The wine was perfect as we listened to Jack White and talked about how life was different for them when the wall was up. It was a wonderful night.

This place has all you'd want in a wine bar, and then some. Their selection comes mostly from…read moreHungary and Germany. They also have cheese and sausage to eat alongside. There is ample outdoor seating, and a nice, relaxing atmosphere. It's more than that though--you can see the passion the owners have through their descriptions of what they offer, and their ability to help every guest find a wine they'll like. The highlight for me came from such a recommendation, a dessert wine (an eponymous Noble Rot) paired with a salted caramel praline. The combination of the sweet wine and the bitter chocolate and salty caramel was nothing like I've ever experienced before. Overall, Noble Rot has a unique, well-cultivated selection of wines, and a unique ability to help you find exactly what you want to drink.

Perfect little wine bar. The staff is very friendly and will help you select the perfect wine for…read moreyou based on your tastes. All the wines are from Germany and Hungary, so great place if you want to try wines from those regions. Also, brings you a large thing of free water, which is normal in the US where I'm from, but is rarer in this country. Located in a great area of Berlin for eating and drinking. Will come again.

5 courses, all incredible,…read more I had the extraordinary pleasure of dining at cordo, and it was nothing short of a gastronomic revelation. My meal was both innovative and deeply satisfying. Upon entering, the modern yet inviting ambiance is immediately striking. A subtle blend of sleek decor, warm lighting, and a meticulously crafted layout creates an atmosphere that is contemporary, yet undeniably cozy. And some of the best and friendly staff. Next time I'm in Berlin I have to come back. This place is a gem.

I was thrilled that I managed to snag last minute NYE reservations only two days before New…read moreYears(we were on an unplanned trip to Berlin). Having never been to the restaurant before, we were surprised by dark curtains covering windows which made the interior look mysterious and sort of speakeasy. So of course, immediately, we decide our (private) nye theme will be inspired by spy culture. So two top secret spies (east and west) enter the restaurant; our Trenchcoats (tis what spies wear) are promptly taken, but we keep our hats on .... and of course we have an amazing night. We're served champagne right away, generous and enough to get me tipsy right away. But even after skilled interrogation, I don't reveal any secrets except that I prefer white wine from Pfalz region. Each course is of course amazing, so we tear them apart finding the most obnoxious flaws like we were judges on Top Chef tv show. Me (East): this is NOT real butter served with 24 hours sourdough bread!!!!! Waitress: the butter is from France My husband (West): calf's brain...really...hell nouuuu...I mean, not seasoned enough At this point we're on our 2nd bottle of wine discussing global politics and maybe tad bit too loud. Our server doesn't judge us, just the opposite she is wonderful and even taking interest in us, which we immediately recognize as spying attempt: 1. Where are u from, what brings u to Berlin, and where are you going next Skillfully we avoid giving her any real information, we lick our desert plates, and run off into the night to our next adventure. Loved: pearl onion dish and fermented pineapple dessert Pass: sourdough bread and gazpacho EUR 150 for 9 courses and a glass of champagne.

Wonderful ambiance, excellent wine selection, safely masked staff, good music. Cozy.read more

We were asked to leave after less than 15 minutes because we ordered a cappuccino and an espresso…read more(and not wine). Totally unacceptable. Will never put a foot in this place again.

Ben at not only Riesling was a gregarious host and offers a range of bottles to purchase and if you…read morelike enjoy at the premise (modest corkage?). For now they only have cold cuts and other light snacks, but they plan to open a restaurant soon on site. Note: This place is part of the group that owns Rutz wine bar.

From the owner: German white and European red winesread more

Only one word describes Noer - AWESOME!!! I came across this wine shop / bar when the staff at…read moreEastern Comfort recommended it and gave me a business card. They said everyone who'd been there loved the fantastic range of vinos, chiled atmosphere and was impressed by the knowledge exhibited by the owners (as well as the banter - they are such a laugh!). I experienced exactly this, but was particularly taken by how they position their wines. Now I love my wine but am more into drinking it than actually knowing anything about it ;-) so it was refreshing to be able to tell them what sort of 'experience' I was looking for from a wine (relaxing vs. energising, for example) and they were able to tell me which wine was best... AWESOME!!! Be sure sure to pay a visit next time you're in Berlin, and pay particular attention to the artwork used to depict the variety of wines on the wall (as well as the London-themed pencil sharpeners - those are so cool!!!).

Splendid wine indeed, super helpful service even when asked to provide us with a tacky photo!read more