Real craftsmanship can be hard to find these days. In our fast-paced world, we like to reach for bread and rolls from the supermarket bakery shop. However, bread is such a valuable and versatile food that it is worth investing in quality and craftsmanship. We have put together 11 artisan bakeries in Berlin for you. Maybe one of them will be at your next Sunday brunch. Enjoy your meal and have fun reading!
Tip 1: Baking with the zero waste concept at FREA Bakery
The FREA Bakery and the restaurant of the same name FREA are known for their zero waste concept and for using completely vegan and vegetarian, regional and seasonal ingredients. In the bakery you will find everything from sourdough breads, sweet pastries with creamy fillings and soft, flaky croissants. For the perfect start to the day, the bakery also offers coffee and sandwiches, sandwiches and croissants.
When: daily 8 am - 5 pm
Where: Gartenstraße 9, Mitte
Tip 2: Discover real craftsmanship at the Gorilla Bakery
Good quality, good craftsmanship and good ingredients. This is what the Gorilla Bakery, which you can find at two locations in Berlin, stands for. The production of the breads and patisseries is openly visible to customers. To ensure that the baked goods are particularly flavourful and digestible, the breads are given plenty of time to "rise". In addition to the café and the delicious breads, Gorilla in Schöneberg also offers a Daily Brunch. Of course, the dishes are served with delicious and fresh bread.
When: daily 8 am - 6 pm
Where: Hermannstraße 221, Neukölln, EUREF Campus 1, Schöneberg
Tip 3: Taste the fresh baked goods from Domberger Brot-Werk
Always fresh and handmade. You can definitely taste the passion in the fresh baked goods from Domberger Brot-Werk. The ingredients used come from sustainable and in some cases even regional partners. The breads and cakes are baked fresh every day at all locations. You can find the exact production schedules for the individual locations online. The first and main bakery has been located in Moabit (Mitte) since October 2016.
When: Monday 3pm - 6.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8am - 6.30pm, Friday 8am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 1pm
Where: Essener Straße 11, Moabit
Tip 4: Start baking yourself at KEIT.Berlin
Sustainability, reliability and gratitude - these are the values that the KEIT bakery stands for, from which its name is derived. KEIT bakes sourdough breads made from local ingredients. The range includes various breads. From classic wheat bread and rye bread to grain and milk bread to pretzels, rolls and baguettes. And if all this reading about delicious breads makes you want to bake your own, you can attend one of the workshops or courses offered by KEIT.
When: Tuesday to Friday 11am - 7pm, Sunday 9am - 1pm
Where: Grünberger Straße 75, Friedrichshain, Goltzstraße 18, Schöneberg, Graefestraße 7, Kreuzberg
Tip 5: Zeit für Brot can do more than just cinnamon buns
Zeit für Brot is particularly well known for its extraordinary homemade cinnamon buns. But the bakery has much more to offer: the house bread with its strong crust, the juicy potato and spelt crust and the classic wheat baguette. To name just a couple. There are also various crispy and savoury rolls and pretzels. The products are made by hand from organic ingredients. Production is climate-neutral using green electricity. In addition to the high quality of the bread, sustainability is also a top priority at Zeit für Brot. You can find the bakeries at various locations in Berlin.
When: Monday to Friday 7am - 8pm, Saturday 8am - 8pm, Sunday 8am - 6pm
Where: Alte Schönhauser Straße 4, Mitte
Tip 6: Sustainable and organic in the centre of Berlin
The Beumer & Lutum bakery bakes sustainably and in organic quality in the centre of Berlin. You can sample the fresh and varied goods baked daily in the six branches. There is also a hot lunch menu and various snacks from Monday to Friday. The selection of bread, rolls, savoury and sweet pastries and cakes is huge. And the vegan selection of cakes and pastries will also make your mouth water.
When: Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm, Saturday & Sunday 8 am - 4 pm
Where: Fromet-und-Moses-Mendelsohnplatz 9, Kreuzberg
Tip 7: Visit one of Berlin's oldest bakeries
The Siebert bakery in Berlin has been around since 1906. This makes it one of the oldest in the capital. The bakery and patisserie is a genuine family business and is now run by the fifth generation. To guarantee the high quality of its baked goods, Bäckerei Siebert combines traditional and proven craftsmanship with modern technology. You can be sure that only the highest quality ingredients are used for the products. Incidentally, Bäckerei Siebert also has a small breakfast bar, ideal for a delicious start to the day.
When: Tuesday to Friday 6:15am - 6:30pm, Saturday 6am to 12:30pm, Sunday & Monday closed
Where: Schönfließer Straße 12, Prenzlauer Berg
Tip 8: This is where craftsmanship meets modern technology
Through and through Berlin/Brandenburg are the breads, rolls, cakes, pastries and everything else in the Bio BackHaus range. Also organic and regional. All ingredients are sourced from Brandenburg or the immediate Berlin area. The bakeries still bake traditionally. Naturally without artificial additives or stabilisers. Modern technology supports the bakers in their craft. You can find the Bio BackHaus branches at various locations in Berlin. Many products are also sold in organic supermarkets.
When: various depending on location, usually Monday to Friday 7 am - 8 pm, Saturday & Sunday 7 am - 4 pm
Where: Various locations in Berlin
Tip 9: Gluten-free, delicious and jut - try it for yourself!
The JUTE bakery is Berlin's first completely gluten-free bakery. Founders Freda and Friedrich Gilsa are convinced that you don't need gluten to enjoy good food. More important are the joy of baking and the right ingredients. With its concept, the JUTE bakery is particularly aimed at people with gluten intolerance. But of course you can also enjoy the delicious rolls, breads and cakes if gluten doesn't cause you any problems.
When: Monday to Saturday 8.30am - 7pm, Sunday 10am - 3pm
Where: Schönhauser Allee 52a, Prenzlauer Berg
Tip 10: Get inspired by fresh bread and fine cakes
The special aroma and fantastic flavour of the breads and rolls from the Mehlwurm organic wholemeal bakery is probably due to the own Mehlwurm mill. The grains supplied from the region are freshly ground on site in the bakery. In addition to bread and bread roll variations, the Mehlwurm organic wholemeal bakery also offers cakes and wheat-free products. The bakery has various locations in Berlin and some organic and natural food shops also offer the baked goods.
When: Monday to Friday 7.30am - 7pm, Saturday 7.30am - 4pm
Where: Pannierstraße 2, Neukölln
Tip 11: Discover the Johann Bakery in Schöneberg
The Johann Bakery bakes in the heart of Schöneberg. The bakers see themselves as artisans and only work with the best raw materials and with respect for people, nature and animals. What makes the bakery so special? Almost exclusively ancient grains are used here. These include emmer, einkorn and red wheat. As a lover of real craftsmanship, you will definitely find something to suit every taste. From delicious sourdough and wholemeal breads to sweet pastries. It's hard to choose just one.
When: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 8am - 4pm, Friday 8am - 5pm, Monday & Tuesday closed
Where: Gleditschstraße 47, Schöneberg
