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.

Pity! What could have been an interesting concept turned out to be just an ordinary, common,…read moreoverpriced, and smoke-filled bar like so many other. Expecting a burlesque environment ? Look elsewhere. This is a pretentious dive bar, with an equally pretentious DJ pumping out house and techno in a tiny upstairs sitting area. One can only be thankful for the ear splitting garbage as it covers the " like-like-like " conversations of barely legal patrons. You could argue that the quality of the patrons is not the bars responsibility, in which case, why the silly protocol of having to ring the doorbell and be greeted with a "do you have a reservation?" by the (friendly, I must concede) doorman? There are about 5 house cocktails on the menu, but I presume the usual classics are available. I would give the house cocktails 4 stars. That was the best part of the experience, but sadly, the only good part. A wonderful concept idea poorly executed.

I am so sad to write this review, as my 3 friends and I were so looking forward to our visit. I had…read morebooked us a reservation over a month in advance after seeing great tripadvisor and Yelp reviews. We were coming all the way from California and this is the last night of our 19 day trip backpacking around the Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Germany. Tonight the 4 of us showed up for our reservation at Prinzipal Kreuzberg at 9:30pm as scheduled, and we're looking forward to a great cocktail. Unfortunately, we were greeted by a woman who said we were not on her list. I showed her our email confirming our reservation, and she said we had to reply to confirm the reservation. I let her know I did, and went and found my reply to Bahan (General Manager) confirming the reservation on September 8th. She asked us to wait a minute at the door while she checked with her manager. She came back a few minutes later saying sorry, they could not let us in. I asked her why and she said she didn't know but they couldn't accommodate us. She stayed polite and said sorry, have a good night but would not tell us what was going on and why we were not allowed in. I asked to speak to a manager, waited for a moment for her to grab him, and she came back saying he wouldn't speak with us. It was her job to tell us we weren't on the list, even though we had a confirmed reservation in black and white. I was appalled but knew I wasn't getting anywhere. I decided I would call the restaurant from my confirmed reservation and asked for the General Manager, Bahan. I was able to speak with him and he told me he didn't know what the problem was but if the lady at the door said we couldn't come in, then we couldn't come in. I continued to explain we had a confirmed reservation and would like to know why we weren't allowed in. He said to come back to the door, and so we did. Bahan came out and very disrespectfully told me that we weren't dressed nice enough for his "nice" club. Mind you the very nice girl at the front door answered the door in a corset, smoking a cigarette, with 2 full tattooed sleeves. While Bahan was in a less than flattering vest and hat. My friends and I were in jeans or khakis, sweaters/jackets, scarves and either boots or comfortable nikes (sorry, we're reasonable tourists walking around the city!). We looked fine in my eyes, especially since neither the website, nor the email said anything about a dress code. To top things off, as Bahan was letting us know we weren't fit to enter the club a group of about 6-8 nice looking women in their 40's to 50's walked out wearing very similar clothing to myself and my friends. Bahan could not dispute that fact and decided to go back inside. Again, wish I had better things to say about this place since we were so excited to end our trip to Germany at Prinzipal Kreuzberg -- sadly it's a disrespectful bunch who doesn't honor reservations. Don't dare wear nikes or you might be on the street like us!

great environment, great service, and great cocktails. that is what this spot is all about…read more yes, i am traveling from miami, so $20 drinks dont phase me. that being said, i really appreciate a great mixologist. We stopped in for a few cocktails, and were very happy with the entire experience.

I didn't know the mixology craze had gone global, but once I stepped into Würgeengel I knew the…read morefancy cocktails transcended country lines. Plenty of overpriced places exist like this in the U.S. and this place was no different. Funky vibe + overpriced drinks = hipsters dream come true! Truly, although the drinks cost me a days wages, they were awesome. And our waitress was super sweet. If you appreciate a good brew, you'd like this spot. Although I will note the bartenders took his alcohol a little too seriously. When my friend asked for some juice to add to her drink, he almost teared up and said "But it would ruin the alcohol!" #dramatic.

The ambience in this dark, candlelit nook is so charming and peaceful, you'd never know you were a…read moreblock from a loud and busy market. They offer exactly three distinct cocktails each evening, and the ones available when we visited demonstrated a profound understanding of balance, a sense of history and of place, and a playful will to innovate. The bar team infuse their spirits with fruit and spices and such. Our drinks were riffs on a manhattan, a mojito, and a martini. The balance of sweet, bitter, smoky, spicy, and citrusy delighted the senses, and the service was exceptional. Don't miss this gem!

My favorite speakeasy in Berlin, hands down. And in Cold War Berlin that's saying something. From…read morethe quiet, secretive vibe, to the hidden-house decor, to the fact that there's no menu, ever, Schwarze Traube feels like you're living ensconced in discovery. If you're lucky enough to be allowed in, you'll be offered 4 cocktails in exquisite detail. I've never been to a bar that takes more care in describing what's on offer to its customers. You feel like you're part of something. Because you are. This place is Cold War magic for the end times, for today, for all times.

Fahimi is a visually stunning bar located in a nondescript parking garage. Essentially, the…read moredefinition of a speakeasy style cocktail destination. The featured drinks were a bit sweet for my taste, so I made the rare move of creating my own beverage that was more spiritous than sugary. Usually I trust the staff who've labored over the perfect menu instead of defaulting to my tried and true favorites (Manhattans, martinis, negronis), but in this case nothing really jumped out at me. However, my personal cocktail was great, and the vibe is quite fun with views of the U-Bahn passing by and a midcentury modern aesthetic. If you walk up the staircase and go a floor too far, you end up in a random band's practice space. It's a bit awkward and honestly a little scary walking into a dark room blasting heavy metal, but thankfully for our group we realized we were lost and found our way pretty quickly after.

This place is gorgeous, it's a bit hidden, and with a beautiful, urban view of the U12 line that…read moreruns just in front of the windows. I've been there many times and the experience is varied. This place is at its best when 'cozily crowded' with jazz music; it's loud and crowded when full; and it feels deserted and haunted when empty. The cocktails are amazing, and affordable for the good quality. The staff is fast and friendly, but not very secure in every case.

Geil. What a vibe! Extremely friendly and helpful bartender, well-crafted cocktails, and a singular…read moresetup. Stairs everywhere, obvies, and yet still more. Really like the way they keep their stirring glasses on ice, too. Very nice touch. It's a bar that makes me feel it's elevated my game for me.

Very cool hidden bar that's got very dark, hipster, and classy vibe to it. Obviously the gimmick…read morebeing stairs. Also the drinks are awesome. I got a couple whisky cocktails that were all fantastic. The bartender gave us a few free specialty shots throughout the night which was a pleasant surprise. At the end of the night you might get the chance to see the bartenders coolest trick if you're lucky. Just shake his hand before you leave and you'll understand. A must see!

Natalie was an awesome bartender! Drinks are reasonably priced and interesting. When we went they…read morewere running a seasonal menu based off of where their members have traveled and are inspired by. If you don't like what you see, you can always ask for something else. Natalie was running the entire bar by herself but still made time to talk to each of her guests and even give us recommendations on where we should go next. This place will be on my list for future visits to Berlin! +1 Vibe +1 Taste +1 Presentation +1 Service +1 Value

This is a cool 'speakeasy' that views itself as an American cocktail bar. I am not sure that was my…read moreintention but it was a good stop with some interesting drink options. The space is dark, very conducive to conversation and lacks TV's which is a major plus. The staff was both helpful and imaginative!

Come here for the cocktails, which are the finest I've had in Berlin. The place is unpretentious,…read morewith unmemorable decor an no view whatsoever, but it is cozy, with some comfy couches to sit or cuddle at. The service is sweet, which is a rarity for Berlin. But such drinks! The menu is inventive, with surprising combinations using ingredients like violet and rosemary - but unlike those at, say, Monkey Bar, the tastes are balanced and complex, and don't merely sound good on paper. A nice plus is the price: while they're not cheap, at around 14 euros per drink, they are quite fair for what you get, and you're certainly getting premium here (unlike the 20 euro monstrosities at Odessa).

You ring the doorbell, take a seat at the bar, gaze at the menu.. can't decide.. ask the bartender…read morefor a recommendation, watch him do his magic, and go into a state of pure bliss when taking the first sip from the vintage glass, wanting a second one, a third one, and then the lovely first one once more - it was after all this one you fell in love it in the first place. I don't know if this is a typical night at Becketts Kopf, but it was mine, and I could hardly have been happier. After just spending a little time in NY savouring the cocktail culture, finding a speakeasy like this in Berlin was one surprising delight. The bartender is imported from London, and rare bitters are sourced in Scotland. He is happy to answer all your (stupid?) questions despite being busy spraying the cocktails with orange blossom.. meant to please your nose, to enhance the experience even further. The ugly red leather chairs, and the smoke are the only two things holding me back for giving this place a full five stars.

Well done Berlin…read more If there's anything I love more than a good cocktail, it's an almost secret bar. A massive steel door conceals the magic within. Ring the doorbell to be let in. Brightly illuminated in red lights with the haze of cigarette smoke in the distance and loud music thumpin in your ears, Reingold is THE spot for locals and tourists alike. I heard a mix of international languages being spoken here and that made me sip my cocktail in great pleasure. The cocktail list is alluringly extensive and everything looks so GOOD. You can't go wrong with a floral Aviation, a citrusy Dartmoor Smash, a boozy Old Fashioned or gin martini (2 olives please!) and even a Vera Cruz that's dessert like with tequila and coffee is very well balanced. I made sure to chat up Shaba, our phenomenal bartender and after a couple of rounds, we were best friends. We ended the night with tequila shots on the house. EPIC. Thanks Reingold for a night we'll never forget. Prost!

The fancy cocktails could be better but we're spoiled from all the world famous cocktail bars back…read morehome. I enjoyed my martini and Old-Fashioned and everyone else seemed to enjoy their drinks. The menu is small and not overwhelming with different drinks or strange titles. This cocktail lounge has all the makings of a modern speakeasy with clean decor and very dim lighting until your eyes can adjust. The leather seats and wood floors are present. The bartenders were dressed alike in white shirt with dark pants and suspenders. The outdoor patio seating is probably nice on a warm (not humid) night. Their front door is in an inlet halfway down an alley street. Once you walk in, the bar and lounge area are to the right, the restrooms are a sharp left.

Both the restaurant and the bar are nice, but could do better…read more To be honest, I felt that the restaurant is trying a bit too hard to serve fresh fish and seafood as tapas, but it's close to impossible in Berlin. Instead I wish they focused on cheaper dishes for a bit less money. Also the fact that you can not pay with a credit card (or even EC card) is just ridiculous. We were 14 people and we had to pay 540 euros in cash... The bar probably deserves a 5 as a standalone thing, but it was just funny when the bartender asked us if we want drinks with our dinner but he had absolutely nothing from Spain and couldn't even recommend anything that goes well with our dishes.

Marques is located in the basement of a spanish tapas restaurant with the same name as the bar…read more The cocktails are outstanding and my best advice is to let the bartenders guide you through their selection of spirits - just tell them you favorite flavours, e.g. fruity and sour - and they will suggest you different drinks. Love sitting outside on a warm summer evening.