What to do and see in Berlin, Germany: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

January 20, 2022 Roseanne Arnett

Berlin is an edgy city, from its fashion to its architecture to its charged political history. The Berlin Wall is a sobering reminder of the hyper-charged postwar atmosphere, and yet the graffiti art that now covers its remnants has become symbolic of social progress. Check out the Weltzeituhr (world time) Clock, topped by a model of the solar system, then turn back time by dining at the historic Zur Letzten Instanz, a 16th century restaurant that was frequented by Napoleon and Beethoven.
Restaurants in Berlin

1. LAKRIDS BY BULOW Bikini Berlin

Budapester Str. 38-50 Inside Bikini Berlin, 10787 Berlin Germany +49 30 92036253 [email protected] http://www.lakridsbybulow.com
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

LAKRIDS BY BULOW Bikini Berlin

Our store in the Bikinihaus is located in the Berlin district Charlottenburg. Our store is located at the main entrance on the first floor between the newest start-ups and well-known brands.

2. Friendly Society Berlin

Griebenowstr. 23, 10435 Berlin Germany +49 30 28046190 [email protected] http://www.friendlysociety.de
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5.0 based on 82 reviews

Friendly Society Berlin

The Friendly Society is a little fashion, art & culture department store with a mini café in the city district Berlin-Mitte, close to Kastanienalllee/Zionskirchplatz. You will find paintings and sculptures of contemporary artist, ladies and men's fashion "Made in Germany" (approx. 20 design lines from casual to extravagant, made for the red carpet), accessories (jewellery, handbags, ties, bow ties, etc.) and hand-craft works (porcelain, glass objects, wooden pedestals/mounts, picture frames, etc.) on two floors. In our basement salon we have an extensive display of original fashion jewellery and handbags on sale, with emphasis on the 1950es and 1960es. Our art cabinet offers a wide spectrum (over 600 exhibits) of high quality works of art. Beside our monthly Sunday Salon (music, readings, performance) we organize approximately 6 thematic art exhibitions a year, and we also participate in the Berlin Fashion Week. It is possible that almost every article we have on sale can be made-to-measure fitting your needs. We will gladly help you find the correct matching frames, mounts, and glass for your pictures, and the ideal solution for the presentation of your sculptures, artefacts, or antiques. When you visit the Friendly Society please bring some time with you, because a professional, fair, individual consultation leads to excellent results. We are open: Sat. & Sun.: 12:00-6:00 pm, private Showroom Appointments: Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 10pm We will be happy to great you personally in the Friendly Society. The Friendly Society was founded over 12 years ago, the middle of 2003 by Gregor Marvel-Wyrwich and Christian Heinrich. Until August of 2006 we were located in the Gipsstrasse 23, in Berlin Mitte. Since September of 2006 you can visit our little art department store now located in the Griebenowstrasse 23, close to Zionskirchplatz and Kastanienallee on the border to Prenzlauer Berg.

Reviewed By Irishcomic2014 - Madrid, Spain

A unique, boutique shopping mall, which has everything from Berlin designer clothes to original local art works, to handmade earrings. I've never seen such variety under one roof! The staff are very friendly and helpful too. Drop in for a coffee or a beer and discover some of Berlin's best independent works.

3. BELYZIUM Artisan Chocolate

Lottumstr. 15 U8: Rosenthaler Platz, U2: Senefelderplatz, 10119 Berlin Germany +49 30 44046484 [email protected] http://www.belyzium.com
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BELYZIUM Artisan Chocolate

We do everything from A to Z – we grow and process cacao in Belize, ship the beans to Germany and make chocolate right in the center of Berlin! Our single-origin organic cocoa is sustainably grown in a pristine jungle of Belize, Central America. The hand-harvested and sun-dried cocoa beans are directly imported to Germany. In our Artisan Chocolaterie in Berlin, the beans are gently roasted and refined preserving their exquisite flavor and aroma. The result is pure, rich and fresh chocolate, made in small batches for you to enjoy. Visit the chocolate heaven. Make your own bar of chocolate in Berlin’s only bean to bar Artisan Chocolaterie. Chocolate tasting and workshops. Unique and unforgettable experience! Come and see every step of chocolate production, try the best chocolate you ever tasted and learn how it is made.

Reviewed By soumyashailja

Exquisite range of chocolates and other chocolate products! The best one was the edible cacao beans.

4. Coretex Records

Oranienstr. 3, 10997 Berlin Germany +49 30 61280050 http://www.coretexrecords.com
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Coretex Records

Reviewed By alancO6575XB

Brilliant, caters for all types of punk/alternative music fans. I could spend hours in there just browsing, and chatting with the very friendly guys who run the place.

5. Neurotitan

Rosenthaler Str. 39, 10178 Berlin Germany http://www.neurotitan.de
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6. Kochtail - Alles fur Kuche und Bar

Invalidenstr. 150, 10115 Berlin Germany +49 30 28406974 [email protected] http://www.kochtail.de/
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Kochtail - Alles fur Kuche und Bar

Kitchen supply shop and cafe/bakery in the heart of Berlin. We specialise in made in Germany/made in Europe kitchenware. From WESCO to Riess, Le Creuset to made in Berlin Honey and Spirits. Our cafe serves homemade treats, coffee and ice cream. Outdoor seating. We speak German, English, Swedish, Polish, Spanish and some French.

7. Antique Jewellery Berlin

Linienstr. 44, 10119 Berlin Germany +49 30 20689155 [email protected] http://www.antique-jewellery.de
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Antique Jewellery Berlin

We love engagement rings and antique jewellery! Enjoy the entire variety of our engagement rings and antique jewellery. Original items of epochs from long time ago revive stories behind every single piece of jewellery as well as their history. They sparkle of pure life and fit to a classical style of fashion as well as to Avantgarde. You will find with us Berlin’s biggest selection of antique and historical jewellery for both – men and women – a selection of very individual pieces of the Georgian Epoch up to Art Nouveau. All items are original and exclusive, we don’t sell replica! You are very welcome to visit our shop at Liniestraße 44 in Berlin-Mitte and invited to obtain a special personal advice. We would be glad to see you with us. ANTIQUE JEWELLERY BERLIN - Verlobungsringe - Eheringe - Antikschmuck

Reviewed By 68corinnaa

I went to the shop in order to have a look at their beautiful jewellery and fell in love with a gorgeous edwardian necklace which I ended up getting as a birthday gift. Very good service, a pleasant atmosphere and beautiful special pieces, what else could you wish for! Thank you Antique Jewellery Berlin.

8. Olmuhle an der Havel

Bergmannstrasse 104, 10961 Berlin Germany +49 30 50567115 [email protected] http://www.oelgenuss.de
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Olmuhle an der Havel

In the family owned business most products are still manufactured by the owners. You find a wide range of ecological cooking oils from regional seeds, cold stirred pesto’s and a broad selection of spices with our own Berliner curry or Kreuzberger Muntermacher, also vegan organic cosmetics. Every Saturday we are pressing local gold flax seed oil. We have nice kitchen utilities and local presents.

Reviewed By antoniasS4107IA

I was in the shop with my friend at lunch break and I was just accompanied by her. When we entered the naturally fragrant load, we were very warmly welcomed and recommended by the owner. My friend was offered to taste a piece of brownie that she liked very well. We had a lot of laughing and enjoying our break. I bought vegan chocolate and it tasted amazing! Go for a try!

9. Lunettes Selection Optiker

Bleibtreustr. 29/30, 10707 Berlin Germany +49 30 88473060 [email protected] http://www.lunettes-selection.de
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Lunettes Selection Optiker

10. Cafe Wintergarten in Literaturhaus Berlin

Fasanenstr. 23, 10719 Berlin Germany +49 30 8825414 [email protected] http://www.literaturhaus-berlin.de/
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4.5 based on 337 reviews

Cafe Wintergarten in Literaturhaus Berlin

Reviewed By 571donaldk - State College, United States

The combination of a bookstore and café is not played out too much. There IS a bookstore on the ground floor with the café above, but the café dominates, with three+ rooms for convivial meetings and elegant menu items. One of the rooms is a winter garden with a glass ceiling, through which all must enter, so to some extent arrival is one of the café's classiest events. Well-dressed clientele meet mostly for fun and catching up. Breakfast works for those who live, work, or are visiting in the area. It's one quiet block off Kufürstendamm, the chic shopping avenue of Berlin, next to the Käthe Kollwitz Museum. If you're visiting Berlin and staying in the area, it's a great way to start your day.

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