Welcome to Neukölln/Kreuzberg. This is a lively, local part of Berlin- great food, cafes, and easy connections across the city. Below are our personal essentials and favorites within walking distance.
Daily Essentials
Groceries
Several supermarkets are within easy walking distance, including REWE, Edeka, Denn's Bio Markt and Lidl. Galeria Markthalle-Gourmet supermarket in the lower level of KARSTADT on Hermannplatzt. Spätis nearby are convenient for late-night basics.
Pharmacy (Apotheke)
A local pharmacy is close by for everyday needs. On Sundays and public holidays, pharmacies operate on an emergency rotation.
Ulrich-Apotheke - 6 min walk
Hermannstraße 61
Mon-Fri: 08:30-18:30
Saturday: 08:30-13:30
Getting around
Berlin is easy to explore from here. Whether you’re heading to the city’s main sights or just wandering through Neukölln and Kreuzberg, public transport, bike paths, and walking routes are all close at hand.
Coffee & Breakfast
Kaffeebar Jacobi - 2 min walk
Kalr-Marx-Straße 4, 12043
Small coffee bar hidden in the cemetery directly behind the building. Calm, local, and surprisingly beautiful . Go out of the house to the right. Walk to the corner and right again. You'll see the sign on your right.
Two Planets - 5 min walk
Hermannstraße 230, 12049
Friendly neighbourhood cafe with great coffee + fdelicious healthy food. Relaxed, unpretentious, very local . Go out of the building to the left. Walk UP the hill until the top + you'll see it on the left.
Cafe Botanico - 5 min walk
Richardstraße 100, 12043
Relaxed neighborhood cafe with good coffee and a solid breakfast menu. Popular with locals.
Boutique de La Maison - 15 min walk
Urbanstraße 70A, 10967
French-style bakery with excellent pastries, fresh bread, and specialty coffee - perfect for brunch or a sweet start to the day.
Le Bon - 18 min walk
Boppstraße 1, 10967
Classic cafe with a french touch. Great breakfast, pasteries.
Lunch & Dinner
Vietbowl - 2 min walk
Karl-Marx-Straße 9, 12043
A casual Vietnamese restaurant very close by. Fresh bowls, noodles, + lots of other options. Walk in + big tables for groups. Highly recommended.
Hamy Cafe -.5 min walk
Hasenheide 10, 10967
Casual Vietnamese spot with generous delicious portions and friendly service.
La Stella Nera - 10 min walk
Leykestraße 18, 12053
Excellent pizzeria making 100% handmade vegan pizza.
Ankerklause -. 15 min walk
Kottbusser Damm 104, 10967
Classic Berlin pub/restaurant with simple food and canal views.
Lavanderia Vecchia- 10 min walk
Flughafenstraße 46, 12053
Intimate italian restaurant known for handmade pasta and seasonal dishes.
Masaniello - 5 min walk
Hasenheide 20, 10967
Italien restaurant and pizza place offering pasta, pizza and classic italian dishes.
Local Favorites
Tempelhofer Feld + surrounding Schillerkiez- 10-15 min walk
A former airport turned into one of Berlin's most iconic open spaces. Ideal for long walks, cycling, sunsets, or simply experiencing the space.
The surrounding area 'Schillerliez' is a great for cafes, bars and restaurants.
Hasenheide Park - 2 min walk
Green space just across the street. Large lawns, space to run or picnic, big playgrounds & a petting zoo for kids & an outdoor cinema in summer
Klunkerkranich - 15 min walk
Karl-Marx-Straße 66, 12043
(0n the roof of Neukölln Arcaden)
Rooftop garden and bar on top of Neukölln Arcaden. Drinks, casual food, music, and wide views over Berlin- especially great at sunset.
OFF Kino (Yorck Group) - 2 min walk
Independent old + gorgeous cinema showing all films in their original language.
Carefully curated, very local - and almost directly across the road.
Good to know
Shops on Sundays
Most shops in Berlin are cloised on Sundays. Spätis (small convenience stores) are open late and nearby for essentials.
Quiet hours
Berlin has official quiet hours between 10pm and 7am. Please be mindful in the staircase and courtyard.
Recycling
You'll find separate bins for paper, glass and resiual waste in the courtyard.
Emergencies & medical help
Emergency number: 112
NON-emergency medical help: 116






