Brasserie Hélène — Restaurant in Berlin

I had lunch here twice during my visit to a friend in Berlin the 1st week of September 2024, I am picky, fastidious and Italian. This place is extraordinary, the food, bread service, service, warmth, greeting attention to detail and execution are, dare I say it worthy of a Michelin star. The menu is deceptively simple, yet the rigor and attention to every minor detail make the seemingly casual, brasserie fare meticulous and delicious.

I had a chicory or rather red and white Belgian Endive salad, dressed with butter sautéed croutons, pomegranate arils, goat cheese and fresh and sautéed dried apricots. I also had a bell pepper chili, prawn chilled soup that would make any salmorejo pause and reflect to see how it could improve.

Lastly and coup de grace, I had a bavette steak that was cooked to my specifications , tender, juicy and flavourful. All this is served by friendly, professional and expert servers. They make everything look easy.

Thank you Brasserie Helene staff for the rooftop views, delicious food and positive...

I came from Rotterdam to this place, recommended by an old friend, and I have to say the service really stood out. Even though tipping isn’t a big thing in Germany and service can sometimes reflect that, my waiter went above and beyond. His name was Kenneth he spoke perfect English and made me feel like a truly welcome guest. He even asked for my name and addressed me personally, which was a really nice touch. Since I didn’t know the menu, he recommended the fish soup and paired it with a great wine a perfect match. I’ll definitely come back, maybe even plan my next work meeting here because of the amazing service and high quality of both...

From the moment we walked in, everything just felt right, the cozy lighting, the welcoming staff, and the quiet buzz of people genuinely enjoying themselves. The food? Absolutely incredible. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. I still can’t stop thinking about everything. Service was attentive without being over the top, and the whole experience felt relaxed yet refined. It’s rare to find a place where everything, from the atmosphere to the last bite, just clicks. Can’t wait to come back. A heartfelt thank you to Manuel for being such a...