Other than different types of sausage Berlin is not really known for its food. This has changed over the last few years with street food now becoming a big tourist draw. In fact, you could say it is thriving and now cuisine from all around the world can be had in Berlin.

Before you Pack

Before you head off to Berlin to make your mouth water you may well need a visa to get into the country.

In 2021 this will be very easy if you are from a Schengen member state. The ETIAS for Germany allows you to apply for a visa onlineand will make the process very simple and straightforward. This follows many other kind of eVisa systems and you apply with passport details and a passport photo of you, answer a few questions and you will receive your visa by email.

Countries include all European Union countries but many from around the world. At the moment, you can apply for a visa relevant to your country.

Now that you have the information to go in Germany, let’s look at the best street food Berlin has to offer:

Chai Wallahs

Chai Wallahs have become an instant hit in the German capital thanks to the fact that they bring the vibrance of South Asian cookery to life treating diners to exploding flavors, brilliant colors, and that magic that is Indian cuisine which was lacking before they exploded onto the street scene.

Now, locals and tourists flock to get their daily chicken tikka dishes, spicy lentil samosas, and so much more.

Try Street Food Thursday

Although Kreuzberg market hall has closed down it is reborn on Thursdays as a street food delight. Take a trek over and you will encounter chefs eager to serve up their culinary offerings which come from all over the world.

Favorites include spicy Mexican dishes, British pies, Thai dumplings and Peruvian ceviche. It has become a great night out for Berliners and a great place to visit on your Berlin trip.

Street Food Thursday won the Gastronomischer Innovator 2013 award from the city of Berlin.

Burgers & Hip Hop

If you love hip hop and love burgers then there is only one place for you to go. This open air event at Prinzenstrasse 85F, Kreuzberg starts in the afternoon and goes on into the night. Dotted throughout the food halls are DJ booths that pump out hip hop.

The food stalls themselves make global burgers using all kinds of recipes that elevates the humble burger into something more. You might even think some of the creations are outlandish.

Chakalaka Tuesdays

Hot on the heels of Indian food success, South African food has also take no a presence in the great city. Every Tuesday head over to Pannierstrasse 12 at 7pm and and treat yourself to some of the best flavors from South Africa.

The food is spicy and features an array of rice based dishes, and various meats and breads. The food is popular all year around but this is especially popular in the colder months.

Next time you’re in Berlin you really should try out the street food.