Yarok

4.5 (181 reviews)

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Usman L.

Don't miss stopping off at this excellent, fresh, and inexpensive Syrian eatery before or after visiting Checkpoint Charlie. Pretty much everything we ate was amazing. The eggplant was one of the best things I've eaten. There were also these things like Syrian egg rolls filled with ground beef. Excellent as well! Really interesting tea choices too. Casual place with great food and wonderful staff/owners!

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Update: we have it another try to be more specific in our ratings. The baba ganoush is fantastic no doubt. But 6€ for two thin pieces of eggplants for 6€ is not a good deal. 7€ for the falafel plate (5 pieces) vs the mix plate 8€ (2 pieces and many more) makes the mix plate the best deal to get. The hummus is not the greatest and so is there falafel - disappointing. The best falafel we've had so far was at Alin in Prenzlauer Berg. Oh Lord this Place is so overhyped. Yarok has great reviews online and did a great job to get the attention of many tourists. As local Berliner I can tell you that the food is just average and the price is slightly higher than other spots. There are soo many better options in Berlin with better falafel and Mediterranean food. The food was not bad, but also not good. We wouldn't come back. 8€ for a plate was an ok price. Places like Ajin, zweistorm in Prenzlauer Berg or Mezem in West Berlin or many other spots in Friedrichshain around Boxhagener Straße are far better options if you are looking for better taste and price.

Tasted mediocre, but for the price, it was fair and good.

Nora M.

Extremely friendly customer service, accommodating. The food was mediocre to me, but the food versus price was very fair in my opinion. I tried a platter that had a couple of salads and couple of different grilled meats and falafel.

S R.

2 meals here! Read about this Syrian joint on Berlin foodstories. Absolutely delicious and cheap, but cash only. Loved the kebab wraps here. Seating space isn't large, but offers both indoor and patio options that's seat about 20ppl.

Sanam A.

Amazing food and service. I had read about Yarok before arriving in Berlin because I wanted to try Syrian food. I was traveling with a large group and really looking forward to trying it but also nervous as I was bringing many people along who may not have had much experience with Middle Eastern food...plus pleasing a big group is always a challenge. Yarok did not disappoint! It was worth the hype; everyone was happy with their meals & the price. I suggest sharing with friends to try different things. We were a big group & the staff was extremely accomadating. A platter between 2 is perfect. I shared the mixed platter that came with a few meat dishes and a few vegetarian (hummus, falafel, tabouleh, eggplant etc). Highly recommend! Good for vegetarians as they have many veggie appetizers & a vegetarian sharing platter as well. Tips - 1. Be prepared to wait as the place gets busy 2. Cash only

Brian C.

Everything about this place is FANTASTIC! I walk in and I immediately feel cozier as I am surrounded by the colorful walls and mingling voices. The waiter was attentive and seated me promptly. I ordered the mix-teller, which is basically a huge platter with everything they have - hummus, falafel, tabbouleh, kebabs, etc. - for only €7.50! Each bite made me want more, and everything on the plate tasted so perfect together (and individually)! It might be difficult to get indoor seating if you go in a group larger than 4 people, but this place is definitely a gem. I usually don't revisit restaurants when I'm traveling but I'll make an exception for this place!

Maria C.

Great Mediterranean food! Good service and a place with good vibes overall. The mix platter gas great and the blakava was delicious with the right hint of honey. Fair prices and good food!

Alexis S.

Yarok is a nice, clean, chill place to go for dinner. It's colorful inside with some music playing on the speakers, and the staff in the back of the shop chatting to one another, making delicious foods. They even have little blankets on the chairs in the winter that you can wrap on yourself if you get cold from the door opening with more customers. I went around peak dinner time, but the service was quick and friendly. I got #18, the vegetarian platter, and WOW! Not only was it filling, but it was delicious too. I can't wait to come back and try their other dishes now that I've gotten a little taste of a lot of their options.

Gregory S.

Als syrischer Imbiss ganz ok. Die Nr. 20 ist eine vegetarische Platte aus allen Speisen ab 2 Personen für 9,- €/Person. Schmeckt lecker, wird man aber nur leidlich satt von.

Graham L.

With Hummus running in my veins, I think I can recommend this tiny hole in the wall as a great place if you're craving some real Middle Eastern food on Torstraße. For €4.50 you get a nice plate of Hummus, Tehina and a small salad. It's fresh and lemony but in my opinion would benefit from a little more garlic. For another €1.50 you can have a fresh mint tea although that's made with the awful Berlin water. Maybe I should have had one of the fresh juices.

Mohammed G.

This is not your typical Shawarma/Falafel imbiss here, but it's rather fast Middle Eastern food served with class. I was very hungry, so I didn't want to go for any experiments and ordered the Chicken Shawarma dish. First things first, the presentation was great and beautifully done. The Chicken was very well marinated and oozing with flavor. I was probably only disappointed by the portion, which was smaller than what you'd typically get in a Shawarma shop. To close it off, I ordered a cup of black tea. It was a bit different from your typical Turkish or Arabic tea, but was instead marinated with Cinnamon, Lemon, and Cardamom, and it was nothing short of great. Service is good, and prices are a bit above other Middle Eastern places but still totally worth it.

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Savannah M.

Elite 19

8 years ago

Excellent Syrian food for a very reasonable price! My boyfriend and I ordered the Yarok platter and it blew my mind. I loved the concept and that it had a little bit of everything so that we could try it all. I ate until I couldn't eat anymore! I would very highly recommend Yarok to anyone who enjoys Middle Eastern food. Just be aware that many of the guys working there speak very little English. I asked for water and had to point to it on the menu because the waiter had no clue what I said. Overall, it is an amazing restaurant with a great ambience and I really liked the Middle Eastern music playing when we were there. I would go back in a heartbeat! read more

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Michael B.

7 years ago

Eh. The service was very good, eager to please. The food was satisfying, but nothing that had me snapping pictures of my plate. I might come back here. It is close to the Topography of Terror, which is a pretty great, free museum; nice to be able to take a quick break for Syrian food. read more

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Anna G.

9 years ago

After reading all great reviews I hoped for an amazing original Arabic food and..... I got really disappointed. Food was very average. The biggest advantage of this place is service (5 stars). I wouldn't recommend Yarok. There are much better places serving Arabic specialities in Berlin. read more

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Laura P.

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8 years ago

A gem! Exceptional plates, picnic table style. Cheap, healthy, awesome. Get the mixed meat dish and graze for days. LOVE it!

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Temi D.

10 years ago

Beautiful vegetarian plates, very well seasoned, nothing was flat or boring. Delicious grilled veggies- just the perfect texture. Awesome tabuleh. Delicious, interesting, full of aromas soup with chickpeas and hallumni cheese. I could eat here everyday. And to it the prices and very nice staff and you have it all read more

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Xiaoyi L.

10 years ago

Typical german taste: no flavor at all! Friendly stuff and portion is small read more

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Chuck S.

15 years ago

I'm so happy to live near this place and probably eat there more often than I should. If I'm just a little bit hungry, both their Falafel and Kebab are amazing! Oh, and this isn't a Döner Kebab... it tastes very different from what you'd get in a Turkish fast food place here, much more delicious. The sauces are all homemade and to die for. If you like it hot, definitely ask for it "scharf" (spicy). The real hidden treasure here is the mix plate for two. It's only 12EUR (6EUR per person) and it's a real treat, letting you try a little bit of everything of Lebanese cuisine with some pita and hummus on the side. If you've got extra sauce left on your plate and you ask, they'll usually give you an extra pita for free to finish off the sauce. Oh yeah, you can also get this dish as vegetarian or vegan (vegan isn't on the menu, but they're happy to serve it). read more

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14 years ago

ONE OF THE BEST IN BERLIN!!! 3,50 for a Fallafel im Brot might seem like a lot to some, therefore you do get a much nicer Fallafel then other places offer for a euro less. (berlin is full of shitlaffels for 2EUR, although there a a few good one's in that price-range) MUST GO! read more

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Nathan D.

8 years ago

some of the best flaffel in town and great plates to share with friends or family. Everything seamed healthy and refreshing

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D E.

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13 years ago

C'mon. This is mediocre M.E. food with prices that are way too high for what you get. Sat down outside, waited even though the place wasn't full. Shared a plate of hot and cold appetizers (no 19) which boasted a bit of everything for 18€ for two of us ... and none of it was even close to recognizable, nor did it fill us up. Sorry, but who's reviewing this? The owner's niece? So disappointed.... read more

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Scott A.

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14 years ago

Great Middle Eastern street food. If you are dining with friends get one of the platters and share it. The atmosphere is nothing special, seating is limited but the food is healthy and tastes great. read more

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Eric Y.

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9 years ago

Very good quality, small place on a busy street. Nicer than a take-out place, but not quite a dining room. Seating for around 24 inside and a dozen outside on the utilitarian street patio. Food was very good and I'm a fan of Middle Eastern cuisine. read more

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Jig B.

9 years ago

We saw this local hole in the wall place and it is by far the best food we ate in Berlin. Everything we ordered was delicious.

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Ashley G.

11 years ago

Very nice people who cook fresh, delightful food from their home of Damascus. Large portions. Woof.

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Matt H.

12 years ago

The best simple meal I know of in Berlin. (Yup, it's that good.) Tons of options for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike, all very fresh and for a good price. All three Shawarma variations are really tasty and the mixed platters are like a work of art - a little bit of about eight different delicious foods, beautifully arranged. Go at your earliest convenience. read more

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Kels E.

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10 years ago

I read good things about this place so I went out of my way to find it. The space itself is very basic and looks more like a cafeteria, I was a little surprised because I was expecting more of a restaurant. But don't let looks fool you! We ordered the mix plate for two which was huge and it was unbelievably tasty! I am still craving it, next time I am in Berlin I will definitely go back. Fantastic food. read more

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Matthew R.

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13 years ago

Delicious Syrian food on Torstrasse. Minimal service, but not unfriendly. Well worth a visit.

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Hannes H.

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Really great food with amazing prices. The sharing plate for two is especially nice with a little bit of everything.

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Olga H.

12 years ago

Simple yet extremely clean and cosy place. The food is just soo delicious! Yarok is our destination #1 for a big and healthy meal (meat + grilled vegetables). The soups and fresh made herbal teas with spices are awesome. I just cannot stop praising how fresh and tasty are the ingredients of the dishes here! An additional bonus to all of that is happy and friendly stuff - feels like visiting a lovely family. read more

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Ellen K.

14 years ago

yarok yarok! definetely im gonna miss berlin and one of the reasons is yarok! the best food ever had! i can go there everyday! you have to be calm, becuase you might wait a little, bit its 100% worthy! nahmm! read more

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Natalie H.

11 years ago

Amazing food and very attentive and friendly staff. Even though the place was quite full, the staff managed to squeeze us in. Prices are quite good. A very good find in Berlin. Would highly recommend. read more

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Jennifer H.

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I stumbled across this place while looking for a cool new eating spot. The place is small and pretty popular, so be prepared that you might have to wait for a bit. The service is ok, a bit slow, but the food is great. The prices are average, the food is fresh, and authentic. All in all a great little place! read more

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Niclas H.

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13 years ago

Der MixTeller war der Hammer, man merkt das hier alles frisch und selbst gemacht ist. Die Bedienung ist sehr freundlich und Service war schnell und alles super leckernächstes mal probiere ich das Hähnchen im Blatt.. enjoy read more

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Patrick V.

13 years ago

Best meal I had in Berlin. Had a vegan platter for lunch and it was awesome. Great price, taste, service, and presentation. Not sure what the incredibly spicy hummus like stuff was but it was EXCELLENT! read more

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Shawn G.

9 years ago

Looking for something different but yet amazing! This is your place while in Berlin! Soooooo good! Busy place but worth waiting if you don't get a seat right away! Go there!! Simple! read more

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Flavor G.

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12 years ago

This is a small Syrian eatery that has been around for a couple years now. The food is always flavorful and fresh, and the staff quite nice. The prices are also very fair. Always a solid bet if you're in the area. read more

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Matt and Rita C.

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11 years ago

We love this place, and have eaten there twice already in two days. We are vegan and my wife is gluten-free, so it is very challenging to find places we can eat when we travel. This is just my kind of place -- friendly, authentic feel, abuzz with activity. Each time we have ordered the vegetarian platter for two (14 euros), which can be made vegan upon request. The platter consists of 3 falafel balls (excellent!), tabouli, cous cous, bean salad, grilled vegetables, hummus, babaganoush, and other miscellaneous sauces. Everything is excellent, and it makes for a wonderful buffet. It comes with two pita. The pita are not gluten-free, and there may be one or two items on the platter that contain gluten (the cous cous, for example). We also have the mint tea with lime and honey, which is delicious! read more

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Majid I.

11 years ago

Really good Syrian food for a reasonable price. The portions are large so be careful when you order.

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Dimitrije R.

9 years ago

Extremely delicious! We had chicken salad and mixed plate for one. All the flavors were superbly mixed together, and pita bread was fresh and tasty. Plus it was not expensive at all. Staff is very helpful and quick to respond. read more

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Staci G.

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9 years ago

The food was unbelievable!!!!!!!!! I'm obsessed with middle eastern/ mediterranean cuisine and this place was top notch. The prices are so good in relation to the amount of food that you get. The yogi tea was phenomenal and honestly any of the main dishes will knock your socks off. So happy to have eaten here during my time in Berlin! read more

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Hallie C.

12 years ago

There are many choices for a quick bite to eat when you're staying in Mitte but Yarok is a standout. We ate here twice in our visit to Berlin because the food is fresh, tasty and a nice change from currywürst and döner kebab. Both times we had the Mix Platte for 2. The felafel was light and crispy, the tabbouleh salad and vegetables were dressed just right with lemon and olive oil and the meat kebab was delicately spiced. I am from LA so the Syrian flavor difference was apparent - I'm used to a heavier hand with garlic and spices in the Armenian, Persian and Israeli cuisine in California though maybe it's just a German preference for milder flavors? Whatever the case my husband and I loved Yarok! It gets busy but just squeeze in somewhere and be patient! read more

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Kim W.

Elite 16

11 years ago

Two of us shared the tasting platter and were very happy with the quality and variety of goodies on the plate. Well down to the staff who are flat out but responsive and friendly. Highly recommended. read more

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Jesse F.

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10 years ago

That was some damn good falafel. It wasn't a big portion, but it was enough. I saw someone else's meal and it looked a lot more sizable, but I'm. It sure which it was. Either way, for the price it was a good call. read more

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Andrej B.

11 years ago

This used to be my go-to location for lunches. I've eaten here dozens of times. Everything is delicious and fresh. Try the vegetarian plate first and then work yourself through the menu. You really won't find anything that is not delicicicious. The spices and sauces are different and I can also recommend the teas. You come out refreshed just as from a Thai restaurant after this food. read more

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C D.

12 years ago

Fantastic Syrian food, the shared platter was super delicious, prices cheap, will definitely be going great base know there soon!!

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Peter A.

10 years ago

This place is great. If you manage to get a seat, try the soups!

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Mel B.

12 years ago

Fantastic food (remember to try the falafel), fantastic service and prices. Tested by a gluten free vegan ;) I will definitely come back read more

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Merren M.

11 years ago

This place never ceases to amaze. The food is absolutely fresh and delicious and the service is super friendly (quite a treat in Germany)! A mixed-teller shared between a group is the best way to go, especially in summer when you can sit out in the street and enjoy a warm evening. Both red and white wines are also good value for money. Can't recommend Yarok highly enough. read more

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Mohamad N.

10 years ago

One of the tastiest Levantine cuisines in Berlin

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Jo K.

8 years ago

We were getting tired of German Food. So we found this Syrian restaurant. Cozy and family run place filled with locals ( I am guessing this since I didn't hear any English speakers). The Place was clean; the Food was fresh and tasty. The Only caveat is they take cash only. We were very nervous because we had small amount of cash with us. I recommend this place for a visit. read more

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Torstr. 195
10115 Berlin
Germany
Mitte
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030 95628703
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http://www.yarok-restaurant.de

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Hours

What time does Yarok open?

Yarok opens at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Yarok close?

Yarok closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Yarok have catering options?

Yes, Yarok does have catering options.

Does Yarok serve alcohol?

Yes, Yarok serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Yarok have TVs?

Yes, Yarok has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Yarok have outdoor seating?

Yes, Yarok has outdoor seating options.

Does Yarok have parking?

Yes, Yarok has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Yarok have free WiFi?

No, Yarok does not have free WiFi.

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Aldimashqi

4.5(8 reviews)

5.2 km•Reuterkiez, Neukölln

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Definitely make moves to this bustling and beloved Syrian restaurant in Neukölln. It's open late…read morenight, too. Once you find a table, got to the host stand, place your order and pay and then wait for bliss. I kept it simple: the chicken shawarma plate. It was a large portion with an awesomely crisp sandwich, thinly sliced and juicy chicken, a pomegranate sauce on the side, small salad, and french fries - with mayonnaIse, of course, because this is Europe. I washed it down with a Fanta orange and left into the night, happy and full and glad to support a community that has faced so much adversity on their journey to Germany. This is a great choice for an affordable and excellent meal.

This is my go-to place for Syrian shawarma and fast food. Food is of high quality for the price…read more The Shawarma and grills are fantastic. One star missing though because service is in dire need of improvement, and the ordering system is bizarre (you've got to get a table, know its number, and inform the cashier to assign your order to it)

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Malakeh

3.7(26 reviews)

4.2 km•Schöneberg

I came here for lunch, but was told they do not serve lunch until 1PM, so ordered breakfast…read moreinstead. Breakfast items were limited and in smaller quantities. I got Syrian sausages, hummus, and muhammara. Syrian sausage was a flavorful sweet sausage. Hummus was creamy. Pita bread did not taste fresh (1 star off). Muhammara was pretty acidic, probably a tad much on the vinegar (1 star off). I also ordered a stuffed eggplant, but it turned out to be an acidic vinegar artichoke and tomato dip, so not sure if something was lost in translation. There was no English menu, so it was certainly possible. They gave me a free side of pickles...wow, they sure like to use vinegar!

Excellent find my first time trying authentic Syrian cuisine. We were looking at the menu and the…read moreowner was there to help explain it and make some recommendations. She was very nice and helpful. We learned that she has a cookbook published. I tried the kibbeh, a fried meat ball filled with nuts and spices and another one with dough and cheese. I had the eggplant with beef tomato stew and the other dish was a chicken one. I tried the house made ayran (salty yogurt drink) and it was the best I had! This is all in a food court and easy casual dining. I was very happy to try it and would go back.

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Simsim

3.9(11 reviews)

1.9 km•Prenzlauer Berg

Really delicious food from the Levant region (modern day Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq in regard to…read moregeopolitical terms). I didn't get a pic of the halawet el-jibn dessert which is the beat I've had in berlin, please try it if you go! The dranks be poppin too

Great location and great seating options outside. But somewhat expensive and not the best food in…read moreBerlin. Unfortunately I would not go back... Plus side is the option of sharing all dishes. The portions are quite small so it is a great chance to order several and share in the middle. We were disappointed by the rice and lentils with caramelized onions and also by the mushroom dish. We had hoped for more and both were not very flavorful. Recommendation: the hummus was amazing! With olive oil and chickpeas added on top. Also the pita bread tasted good. The service team was very friendly!

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Aleppo Supper Club

4.7(6 reviews)

5.5 km•Friedrichshain

We dined here during our recent trip to Berlin. Aleppo supper club was recommended by Eater and i…read moream glad we got to experience it. The pomegranate salad was my favorite, so refreshing and flavorful. All the food was on par and delicious, highly recommended if you are craving Syrian food in Berlin!

Wonderful food - astoundingly good hummus, good beer selection and cute decorations. Service was…read moregood. We did make a reservation but not sure if we needed to.

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Granatapfelsalat. Es war mal wieder sehr lecker.

Shaam

4.1(7 reviews)

6.8 km•Neukölln

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Syrians have finally arrived in Berlin's culinary scene, and Syrian Shawarma is finally here…read more Now before you judge this as just another Shawarma joint, Syrian Shawarma is actually a bit different from the predominantly Lebanese variant around the city. Unlike the Lebanese variant, the Shawrma is prepared inside thin crispy bread, and the sandwich is purely made of meat/chicken and condiments and no salad, which helps one focus on the taste of Shawarma. Don't miss their 'Arabi' shawarma platters (see photo). They're delicious and come with a side of fries, garlic/tahini sauce, and salad.

I've hear from three independent sources, that Shaam is the BEST place in Berlin to get Shawarma…read more Since moving to be Berlin, I've been several times and have had delicious experiences each time. Whether you are looking to gorge yourself on a Chicken Shawarma Plate piled high with veggies and French fries, or want a lighter option like Veggie Falafel, Shaam has something for you. Order at the counter (the gentleman will usually give you a falafel as an appetizer if you have to wait in line) then find a seat. After your meal, have a cup of tea. Mix the tea with hot water to your liking and add some sugar. The best aperitif after a large meal.

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Aldimashqi

4.0(2 reviews)

2.5 km•Wedding

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Good place to have Schawarma for take away, that's it. Let…read moreme start with the cons this time: The place has no comfy atmosphere at all, the colors they choose for place decoration is weird and not cool + not a tidy clean place in general and the toilets are awful. Also be careful, never ever even think of eating inside there in winter, somehow the heating system is always off and it becomes crazy freezing freakin cold (maybe they don't have any heating system at all). About the food i tried most of their dishes, the Schawarma as i mentioned is really good but unfortunately only the Schawarma stands out to me there, all other dishes were bellow average; from soggy bread to fries that has zero taste (no spices) and not so fresh vegetables to oily greasy chicken escalope. in a nutshell, go there, buy Schawarma, pay, bye bye and go home eat it there.

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Maroush

4.1(136 reviews)

3.5 km•Kreuzberg

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Maroush is a tiny restaurant offering an affordable menu of casual Lebanese food. The Maroush…read morePlatter came with literally some of everything they offered: kofta (ground beef kebab), shish taouk (chicken kebab), makanik (Lebanese beef sausage), chicken shawarma carved from a rotating spit, fried vegetables (eggplant, cauliflower, zucchini, fries), falafel, halloumi, tabbouleh, grape leaves stuffed with rice, salad, pickles, hummus, toum, and spicy chili sauce, along with two rounds of pita. Everything was drizzled with tahini, which added an unctuous, earthy flavor to every bite, and while everything on the platter was delicious, I especially liked the flavors added by the toum and chili sauce. The seating here was extremely limited, but the value and the flavors of the food definitely made up for the lack of atmosphere!

I went four years ago when I visited and remembered loving it. Was not as impressed this time after…read moreseeking it out. The pita type bread on the shawarma sandwich is a bit oily and too many toppings for my liking that clashed a bit. Still great bang for your buck though.

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Mandi

2.9(7 reviews)

3.6 km•Wedding

Good taste and clean food. But it's not the perfect mandi…read moreand it's not the real mandi. But anyways it was good and tasty and very cheap.

Although Mandi is a Yemeni dish, the place is run by Syrians…read more I tried their Lamb Mandi, and while it was good (and for an insanely cheap price), the ones one used to have back in the Middle East are definitely far superior. Nevertheless, the place has very friendly service, as one always expects from all those nice Syrian blokes :)

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Salamat

4.3(11 reviews)

0.1 km•Mitte

•€€

Good food, great service and excellent vibe. Love the place would come back again. Hummus & pita…read moreare top picks

Salamat is a cute bistro-style cafe serving up Northern Iraqi-style food. I have visited here a few…read moretimes, as I am living nearby and I have been lucky enough to try a few different dishes. The food tastes good but doesn't photograph well. Start with the garbanzo bean/chickpea soup (German: kicherersensuppe), it is really wonderful with a tomato-based broth and is served with fresh bread. Salamat plate (#27), is vegetarian and has a few really special items including Kobba (a rice and potato filled dumpling), and a pastilla (German: pastille) phyllo dough rolled and filled with feta and herbs. I can't explain this but the halloumi here is really delicious, more so then other restaurants.

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Adam

2.0(5 reviews)

4.8 km•Friedrichshain

Never again. So I…read moreordered there a few times. 1 Schawama + 1 Falafel + 1 klein Pommes for 10.00 EUR. Ordered yesterday again and they made me pay 10.00 EUR for 1 Schawarma + 1 Falafel only. I asked for explanations, almost 24 hours, still no answer so I sent 3 dots. They answered with some other dots. Very professional. Later, the guy sent me a voicemail saying they want to make customers happy with their tasty food (lol) and that the dots were just for fun, what a funny joke to make to a unhappy customer. So no explanation and no excuse. You're just ridiculous.

Awesome quality of meet and quantity for the price is amazing. Love this place and try to come at…read moreleast once a week.

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13 years ago

I enter into this restaurant by a mere fortuity, and what I found was simply the best Middle East food that I have ever eaten. Furthermore they try (and honestly achieve!!) to present the plate in the most possible traditional way SoFirstly your eyes get a overdose of geometric colours and then your taste buds are not less joyful as soon as the first bite is taken. Finally the Arabic coffeewow! perfect! Plus, the staff is fantastic and the price is just wonderful. Highly recommendable read more

Ian F.

10 years ago

My girlfriend and I visited Yarok on a nice sunny day - it was quite busy, so we sat inside but it was nice and comfortable inside, even when it was busy on a warm day. We shared a platter, and we really enjoyed everything. We thought the serving size was good, everything tasted fresh and delicious, and it was perfect for summer. We live around the corner, so it is convenient for us, we will definitely visit many more times read more

Natasha S.

9 years ago

My husband and I visited this place few times and we tried falafels, plate for one, chicken salad and hummus and everything was so delicious. We were served right away every time (which is amazing because there were crowded) and food was in minutes in front of us. Guys were really nice and it seems that lots of local people and regular guests are eating here, which says a lot. Definitely a place to visit :) read more

Ralf J.

12 years ago

Eine Freundin war ganz begeistert und hat mich mitgenommen. Jetzt bin auch ich ganz begeistert. Hab den gemischten vegetarischen Teller bestellt und der war so vielfältig und üppig belegt, dass Auge und Bauch mehr als satt geworden sind. Der Hummus, Haloumi, Taboulé und Falafel sind super lecker und die Teller sehr schön hergerichtet. Sehr zu empfehlen. read more

Daniela D.

11 years ago

das stimmt, ich hab es gerade gelesen von einer anderen Person. Ich stimmt zu. der kleine Kellner ist total unsympatisch und arrogant. obwohl er nicht mal 1,30 cm ist. hehehe... den Bestitzer wollte ich auch anrufen ,aber das lohnt sich nicht. er weißt auf jeden fall was seine Arbeiter tun. das ist noch schlimmer.. read more

Sladjana K.

11 years ago

"Yarok" means "green" in Hebrew and yes, you get great vegetarian food here. I'm just a pretend vegetarian though and loved the boyfriend's meat platter as well. But don't miss the Falafel. The service was as excellent as the food, which is a rarity in Germany. Tip 'em good. read more

George O.

Elite 18

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159

10 years ago

Everyone else has said pretty much most of the things I want to say, so just my two cents: Syrian wine is totally not worth it (perhaps unsurprising). This place is excellent, but there are just so many other places that are just a liiiiittle bit better. read more

Elahe R.