Zenkichi Japanese Restaurant Berlin

Eating Japanese in Berlin

Being one of the most vibrant cities in the world, Berlin has also become quite a haven for foodies! The variety of culinary styles in Berlin is incredibly impressive. Here, I give you one of the best Japanese Restaurants in the heart of this beautiful, hipster city.

A homesick Tokyo-native opened his first Zenkichi restaurant in New York in 2006. In 2015, the experience was expanded to Berlin Mitte for which locals and tourists alike are extremely grateful! Serving incredible, authentic Japanese Cuisine in a stunning setting creates a memorable evening people will want to experience over and over again.

The remarkable journey begins as the waiter takes you through a maze of dimly lit lanterns, passing floor-to-ceiling mirrors and glamorous bamboo walls. Zenkichi provides a bamboo shade that moves up and down at every table, making for a very private and more cozy and intimate evening.

Zenkichi offers seasonal small plates for sharing and pairing with their Premium Sake. There are 30 different Sakes from many regions in Japan. The servers are very helpful in giving their best recommendations based on tastes that tickle your fancy! Here, we tried a sparkling Sake and a light, floral Sake.

Sweet Duck Salad: Simmered duck breast in sweet soy sauce, baby greens, basil, walnut dressing served with organic Onsen egg dipping sauce.

Shrimp, Corn & Camembert Tempura: Camembert cheese rolled in minced shrimp and corn. Served with bonito fish dipping broth and homemade Matcha salt. Soft Shell Crab Tempura: Lightly-fried soft shell crab served with black pepper salt. Jidora Teba Wings: Jidori chicken wings – Crispy and brushed with spicy and sweet Japanese sauce

Grilled Saikyo Black Cod: Alaskan Black Cod in Zenkichi’s original Kyoto-style Miso marinade

Tsukimi Udon: Udon Noodles with soft organic egg in bonito fish dashi broth, served with Japanese Shichimi chili pepper

Frozen Black Sesame Mousse: Chocolate-based silky frozen sesame mousse

Definitely an unforgettable experience. I am already looking forward to exploring Zenkichi New York in a few months time!