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11 tips for cosy hours by the fireside

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Vabali Spa
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What is more relaxing than the crackling and crackling of a fire? In the cold season, the room feels even more cosy when you can warm up by the fire. Enjoy the cosy warmth and let yourself in for a relaxing atmosphere. We have put together a list of different restaurants and cosy places for you.

Tip 1: Snuggle up at the Café am Neuen See

Fireplace
Fireplace © Getty Images, Foto: JonNaust

You probably already know the Café am Neuen See from our summer tips? But the café is also a real all-rounder. In summer, it impresses with its great beer garden atmosphere and rowing boat hire, while in winter it is a romantic retreat with an inviting crackling fireplace. The country house kitchen serves tasty creations at any time of year. And you can go curling outside. Be sure to stop by this winter!

Where: Lichtensteinallee 2, Tiergarten
When: Daily from 9am - midnight

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Tip 2: Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the vabali Spa

vabali spa Berlin
© vabali spa Berlin

Right next to the main railway station and yet well hidden: Anyone who doesn't know that the vabali Spa is located there could easily walk right past it. In addition to the magnificent wellness scape, you will also find an excellent restaurant at vabali. With Asian and Mediterranean delicacies, the menu is perfect for a day of wellness. In addition to the restaurant and beautiful relaxation rooms, there are also two fireside lounges that invite you to end your well-being day in a relaxed way so that your new-found relaxation lasts a long time.

Where: Seydlitzstraße 6, Mitte
When: Daily 8am - midnight

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Tip 3: Enjoy the Swiss atmosphere in Grunewald

Lounge Sir Savigny
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A little corner of Switzerland in the middle of Grunewald. The rustic interior of the Restaurant Châlet Suisse with lots of wood and warm light creates a cosy atmosphere that invites you to linger, especially in the colder months. Here you can indulge in authentic Swiss specialities such as raclette, cheese fondue or hearty rösti dishes. And the fireplace enhances the cosy, warm feeling that spreads as soon as you enter this room. Perfect for warming up after a walk past the Jagdschloss Grunewald around the lake.

Where: Im Jagen 5 / Clayallee 99, Zehlendorf
When: Wednesday to Friday 5pm - 10pm, Saturday to Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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Tip 4: Be surprised with creative cocktails at Bariton

Auswahl von Cocktails
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"The right atmosphere brings people together." This is how the Bariton presents itself on its website. We have to agree without argument. Whether you're enjoying authentic Mexican food or sipping a cocktail from the large selection, you'll be accompanied by the crackling of the fireplace. Larger groups are also welcome - simply contact the Bariton staff in advance.  

Where: Weserstraße 23, Friedrichshain
When: Sunday to Thursday 4pm - 11pm, Friday and Saturday 4pm - midnight

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Tip 5: Get to know the largest fireplace room in Berlin

Wine glasses in front of a fire
Wine glasses in front of a fire © gettyimages, Foto: GummyBone

The fireplace room in the SAGE Restaurant in Kreuzberg combines coziness and a stylish ambience. With an impressive open fireplace and comfortable leather armchairs, it invites you to spend cold days in cosy warmth. The view of the neighbouring SAGE Beach and the modern furnishings will impress you. Enjoy a romantic dinner or a relaxing evening

Where: Köpenicker Straße 18-20, Treptow
When: Wednesday to Sunday 4 pm - midnight
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Tip 6: Experience charming cosiness at Restaurant Fünf & Sechzig

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Vegetarian to hearty, served by a team that always has a smile on their faces. The fire of the fireplace blazes every evening from 6 pm here in the Restaurant Fünf & Sechzig, centrally located in the Sprengelkiez neighbourhood in Wedding. From breakfast to a nightcap in the evening, you can find everything here. And what better way to end the day than with your loved ones by the fire with a cocktail in your hand?

Where: Kiautschoustraße 12a, Wedding
When: Daily from 9am - midnight

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Tip 7: Stop off at the Zollpackhof

Der Tiergarten im Winter
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After a walk through the wintery Tiergarten you can stop off at the Zollpackhof. The chandelier on the ceiling sparkles invitingly and the fireplace crackles in the centre of the generously furnished room. The renovation a few years ago has not diminished the charm of the Zollpackhof. The enthusiasm for Bavarian friendliness is part of the establishment's philosophy and you can feel this when you visit the restaurant in Mitte. While the beer garden has a relaxed flair in summer, it is particularly cosy in winter.

Where: Elisabeth-Abegg-Straße 1, Tiergarten
When: Daily 12 - 11 pm

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Tip 8: Appreciate Gregorian hospitality at Restorani Tbilisi

pink pillow Berlin Collection 2023 - Kaminbar im Hotel Oderberger
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The natural stone fireplace is the centrepiece of the restaurant and creates a cosy atmosphere with its warm fire and the pleasant smell of high-quality wood. With a view of the green Arnimplatz, the Restoranti Tbilisi offers authentic Georgian specialities. The special way of preparation, in traditional earthenware and special ovens, makes Georgian dishes not only tasty, but also healthy. 

Where: Schönfließer Straße 15, Prenzlauer Berg
When: Tuesday to Sunday 5 - 11 pm 

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Tip 9: Relax in the elegant interior of Schneeweiß

Restaurant Schneeweiß
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You can find mountain hut flair in Friedrichshain at the Restaurant Schneeweiß. The Schneeweiß is known for its hearty cheese fondue with a delicious sourdough bread. It also tempts you with classics such as the Wiener Schnitzel or the homemade cheese spaetzle. The restaurant also serves an extensive wine list to suit all tastes. Unique here is the snow-white interior, which is given a very special effect by the fireplace.

Where: Simplonstraße 16, Friedrichshain
When: Monday to Saturday 5pm - midnight, Christmas Day and Boxing Day 12pm to 10.30pm

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Tip 10: Pamper yourself at Mutter Lustig

Mutter Lustig Weihnachtsmarkt
© Zur Winterzeit wird's kuschelig, mollig & warm bei "Mutter Lustig" - ganz wie in Muttis guter Stube!

If you were already impressed by the friendly service and the delicious food at Mutter Lustig in summer, then you shouldn't miss the opportunity to visit the restaurant in winter. Next to the crackling open fire, you can make yourself comfortable in the cosy faux fur seating areas. And while you're sitting in front of the fireplace, you'll forget that you're sitting in a restaurant in Berlin and not in a mountain hut.

Where: Müggelheimer Straße 1, Köpenick
When: Friday 3pm - 7pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am - 10pm 

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Tip 11: Experience cosiness in the patio

PATIO Berlin Restaurant am Wasser
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Fire and water don't go together? They do here! Mathias Böhme's restaurant ship is a true gourmet temple directly on the Spree. As if that wasn't a highlight in itself, the fireplace spreads a special warmth in winter, making your visit to the patio a unique experience. You can also enjoy the view of the Spree and its riverside promenade.

Where: Helgoländer Ufer 13a, Wedding
When: Tuesday to Saturday 6 - 10 pm

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