Café November
Visitors consistently praise Café November for its outstanding fish quality, describing it as impeccable and the best they've ever tried, with the tuna sashimi frequently highlighted. Some reviewers found the menu and the restaurant's identity a bit confusing, and others noted it can be quite loud, making conversation difficult.
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Café November, open since 1993, is one of Prenzlauer Berg's older spots, a gay-friendly café and restaurant that feels more like a neighborhood institution than a destination.
You go for German and Austrian food—schnitzel, Königsberger Klopse, Matjesfilet—but the menu also has Italian and Mediterranean dishes. It’s the kind of place you can grab breakfast, lunch, or an early dinner.
The vibe changes through the day. In the morning, it's a quiet cafe. By night, it turns into a bar, drawing a mostly gay male crowd, though everyone is welcome. The inside is classic, a bit old-school cozy; outside seating is good when the weather's nice. It sits on a quiet street, a calmer option than some of Berlin's more intense gay nightlife.
Thirty years ago, when it first opened, it was more overtly a gay bar. Today, it’s just a comfortable, unpretentious place for LGBTQ+ travelers (and anyone else) to eat and drink. You'll find a mix of locals and visitors. Check their website for current hours and what’s on offer.
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A true gem! One of my all-time favorite restaurants. Since my very first visit in October 2022, it has never once disappointed me. It’s one of those rare places that keeps you coming back again and again. The fish is always impeccable, the quality is consistently outstanding. Whenever someone asks for a recommendation, this is one of the first places that comes to mind because I know it will never let them down. I also absolutely love the seasonal menu changes, this keeps things fresh, exciting and always give me a reason to return. Thank you for maintaining such an incredible standard over the years. Wishing the entire team nothing but continued success and growth!!! ❤️
The tuna sashimi is a must！sooooo good
We chose this restaurant based on a Michelin Guide recommendation. It was a bullseye! The food was very refined and prepared with exceptionally fresh ingredients. The "raw" appetizers are especially recommended for fish and seafood lovers. The meal was perfectly complemented by an exceptional wine (2014 Felseneck GG Riesling) recommended by the very charming and knowledgeable waitress. The Michelin Guide should consider awarding it a star.
I am not a big fancy eater and am not even a general sushi lover, but I freaking LOVE THIS RESTAURANT!! I was there the second time yesterday with my fiancée, and every single dish we have tried blew our mind. I can only recommend to try new things as much as possible or share dishes in a group. With two people, we ordered 7 dishes with only one main course and it was sufficient. Not cheap but worth every cent!!
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Last updated on 3 August 2026