Best Outdoor Bars and Beer Gardens in Berlin (That Aren’t Full of Tourists)
- Filip
- May 8
- 2 min read
Berlin summers are made for cold drinks under open skies—but if you’re tired of Prater Garten elbow-to-elbow with selfie-sticks, here’s your local’s guide. These six spots prove you don’t need to dodge currywurst carts to find a laid-back beer garden or riverside bar where the regulars outnumber the selfie hunters.
1. Holzmarkt25
Why go? At this artsy Spree-side collective, you’ll sip crisp pilsners while watching kayaks glide past. The vibe is irrepressibly creative—pop-up stalls sell street food, DJs spin vinyl in the courtyard, and beer flows from taps embedded in reclaimed wood.
Where: Holzmarktstraße 25, 10243 Berlin
2. Café am Ufer
Why go? Tucked beneath the U1 tracks at Ostkreuz, this canal-side hangout is Berliner chill at its finest. Pull up a deck chair, order a Radler or house-made kombucha, and let the buzz of passing boats lull you into slow-motion.
Where: Stralauer Allee 4, 10245 Berlin
Tip: Pack a picnic or grab snacks from the adjacent Prinzessinnengarten kiosk.
3. BRLO Brwhouse Biergarten
Why go? A modern twist on the classic biergarten, BRLO’s outdoor terrace wraps around gleaming copper tanks. Their in-house IPAs, lagers, and experimental sours pair perfectly with wood-fired pretzels or vegan currywurst. Expect an industrial-chic crowd but far fewer sightseers.
Where: Grunewaldstraße 3, 10823 Berlin
Web: https://brlo.de
4. Eschenbräu
Why go? This hidden gem in Mitte feels like a friend’s backyard rather than a tourist hotspot. Long communal tables shaded by chestnut trees, a rotating selection of local brews on tap, and a small rotating menu of seasonal bites make Eschenbräu a favorite for repeat visits.
Where: Fehrbelliner Straße 21, 10119 Berlin
5. Wild at Heart Backyard
Why go? Behind a discreet graffiti-tagged façade in Kreuzberg, you’ll find a secret courtyard where craft beers meet creative cocktails. String lights, second-hand sofas, and a laid-back playlist keep the mood local, even as the bar’s underground pop-up parties draw in city-savvy scenesters.
Where: Mariannenstraße 26, 10997 Berlin
6. Klunkerkranich
Why go? For panoramic views of Berlin’s rooftops—and a front-row seat to sunset—head to this converted parking deck in Neukölln. The open-air bar serves natural wines, local beers, and inventive spritzes. Arrive early on weekends to snag a spot before the locals (and their dogs) fill every bench.
Where: Karl-Marx-Straße 66 (upstairs parking deck), 12043 Berlin
Insider Tips
Timing is everything. Weekday evenings and Sunday afternoons are prime for snagging a quiet table.
BYOSnack. Some of these spots encourage bringing your own bites—just ask first.
Cash and cards. Most places accept both, but a few small-scale operators prefer cash, so keep some bills handy.
Public transport. All locations are near S- or U-Bahn stations—skip the taxi line and ride like a local.
