Berlin doesn’t just do nightlife and politics. It cooks—and in Charlottenburg, it cooks with soul. Right there on Schlüterstraße, just off the tourist trail but deep in local respect, sits 1811, a restaurant that dials history and high-end hospitality into every dish. If you’re the type who believes food should be as honest as your weed, keep reading.
What’s the Vibe at 1811?
First off, the name pays homage to the year the space was originally put on the culinary map—1811 was once home to the legendary “Lutter & Wegner,” and you can feel that legacy baked into the walls. But make no mistake: this ain’t some dusty relic. Chef-owner Richard Reichelt—equal parts culinary craftsman and hospitality purist—has reinvented the concept for today’s diners without scrapping the soul.
Think: vintage Berlin gaststube meets modern fine dining. Candlelight flickers off polished wood. Tall chairs, intimate tables, and a playlist that doesn’t try too hard. It’s cozy, elevated, and real. Like smoking a joint of sun-grown OG Kush in a leather armchair—you’re grounded, but flying.
Who’s Behind the Magic?
Richard Reichelt doesn’t just cook—he curates. A seasoned Berlin kitchen veteran with experience at Michelin-tier joints like Margaux, Reichelt’s ethos is rooted in clean, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. He’s not interested in culinary gimmicks. Just real food, made right, and served with respect.
Alongside him is a team that gets it. Jacqueline runs the front of house with grace and grit. The wine list? Curated with the same care you’d expect from a legacy cannabis cultivator. All biodynamic, all small-batch producers from Germany, Austria, France, and beyond. This is a crew that believes taste tells the truth—and the truth tastes damn good here.
The Menu: Local Roots, French Soul
Whether you hit 1811 for lunch or dinner, the menus speak one language: quality.
Let’s start with the Lunch Menu—a Berlin insider favorite for under 30 euros. Soup or salad, a hearty main, espresso to seal the deal. Light, fresh, and no-nonsense. A perfect midday refuel before your next meeting, museum run, or casual smoke session by the Spree.
But come evening? That’s when 1811 brings the full flavor. Picture this:
- Beet-cured fjord trout with horseradish and dill cream
- Spargelschaumsuppe (that’s asparagus foam soup for you tourists) topped with ham crumble
- Wiener Schnitzel done to melt-in-your-mouth perfection—cut thin, fried crisp, and served with classic warm potato salad
- Slow-braised lamb shoulder in a red wine jus so deep it’ll have you swearing off instant gravy for life
If you’re celebrating—or just hungry for the kind of experience you can’t replicate in your kitchen—go for the Degustationsmenü. Four, five, or six courses. Customizable. Add a wine pairing and let the sommelier take you for a ride. Prices range from ~€85 to €115, which is a steal for the quality and consistency they deliver.
Why It Works
1811 nails what so many “fancy” restaurants miss: substance. There’s no influencer fluff, no overhyped PR machine. Just plates with purpose, stories in the sauces, and a kitchen that doesn’t cut corners.
For Beard Bros types—folks who care about where things come from and how they’re treated—1811 is a restaurant that checks the right boxes. Transparency. Technique. Terroir. It’s like a single-source solventless hash—clean, expressive, elevated without ego.
And the best part? You don’t have to be a wine snob or food critic to feel at home here. The team treats everyone like they belong. Whether you’re rolling in with your Berlin art crew, your terp-chasing travel buddies, or your better half, the service hits the sweet spot: professional, personal, and never pushy.
Beard Bros Pro Tips
- Wednesday nights offer a fixed 3-course menu for €65. Booking ahead is a must.
- They’re open Tuesday through Saturday, with lunch served 12:30–3pm and dinner from 5–11pm (last kitchen call at 9:30).
- Don’t skip dessert. Their pastry game is as strong as a full-spectrum extract.
- The team speaks English fluently. No awkward menu-pointing needed.
The Fork, Tripadvisor, Falstaff? They All Agree.
Don’t just take our word for it. 1811 scores:
- 9.7/10 on TheFork
- 4.8/5 on TripAdvisor
- 87 points on Falstaff, which is basically the Wine Spectator of Europe
The people have spoken—and they’re saying “Ja, bitte!”
Restaurant 1811 is more than a meal—it’s a love letter to Berlin’s past, present, and future. It’s where tradition meets innovation, where slow food still matters, and where attention to detail makes every bite feel earned. If you’re in Berlin and want something special—but real—this is your spot.
Because just like with the best cannabis, you know quality when you taste it.
Address:
Schlüterstraße 55, 10629 Berlin
📞 +49 30 8813440
📍 Reserve your table on TheFork
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