Maison Rahel — Restaurant in Berlin

I went with my friend in order to watch a performance and attempt to try Ethiopian food. We ordered our food, asked for a wine recommendation that would match our plate then we proceed to order a bottle of wine, wine was pretty good. Tho, one hour went by, no sign of our plate, 90 min and we asked the owner what happened? She said two minutes, two minutes turned out to be almost another 30minutes. No apologies, no guys, we messed it up, thus we offer you some bread or snacks to distract your hunger. I can understand that people here in Germany has little to no sense of gastronomy, nor hospitality I’m not asking nor pretending the treatment I’d get elsewhere but, I’d expect the minimum amount of respect and not to mention education if not for education it sake, at least that the client doesn’t cancel the order and goes somewhere else. I understand that everyone makes mistakes, absolutely but the way people embrace them tells everything. It’s perfectly understandable that someone forgot our order or so, but not showing up with an apology nor offering at least a snack or the possibility to order something else is out of any tolerance, I have to say. At the end they offer if we wanted a schnapps or a espresso due to the waiting, but it’s and it was already too late if I have money to pay for dinner what difference would s coffee or a schnapps make? Seriously, someone walks in to your business willing to spend over €80 you messed it up and the response at the very end is can we offer you a ~€3 compensation? That’s not the way… Food wasn’t good, again I’m aware I’m in Germany not in Italy, Hungary, Spain or a place in which people has a functional tongue thus culinary taste, but quality was lacking, gigantic gap between quality and price, although wine selection was good. But...

Maison Rahel is one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in Berlin! This cozy, inviting spot offers an incredible fusion of Ethiopian and Mediterranean cuisine, each dish bursting with authentic flavor and creativity. The injera is perfectly made, and the stews are deeply spiced and satisfying, while the Mediterranean mezze adds a fresh, vibrant touch. What truly sets Maison Rahel apart is Rahel herself—the owner and heart of the restaurant. She is warm, welcoming, and passionate about sharing her culture and food with every guest. Dining here feels like being welcomed into her home. A must-visit for anyone who loves great food and genuine...

We stumbled upon this restaurant while walking around Berlin. The menus are all in German so we did a lot of guesswork when ordering, although the staff are very helpful. We got a French style pizza and a fish dish, a special for the evening. Both were outstanding dishes made with the highest quality ingredients. I couldn't recommend this place more highly. It is in a lovely area, has outdoor seating and is great...