Berlin is not only known for its club culture and rich history, but also for its culinary offerings. A perennial favorite: pizza! You’ll find pizzerias on virtually every street corner in Berlin – but unfortunately, not all of them are really good. We embarked on a calorie-laden field test to find the best pizzas in the capital for you! First things first: this list is not a ranking and is certainly not exhaustive. After all, you never know where the next worthwhile restaurant will pop up in Berlin…
1. Escendo Pizzeria
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A visit to Escendo is like a short trip to Italy. In addition to great food and friendly customer service, they offer what we’re looking for today: good pizza! It scores particularly well with its thin yet sturdy crust, which is topped with a variety of interesting toppings.
Escendo | Gleimstraße 21, Prenzlauer Berg
2. The Grain
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The pizza makers at The Grain, located directly across the street, see themselves first and foremost as bakers. Accordingly, the team places a high value on quality, starting with the ideal composition of the dough. Add to that innovative toppings that venture beyond the standard tomato sauce, creating a wonderfully fluffy pizza experience!
The Grain | Gleimstraße 38, Prenzlauer Berg
3. Gemello
Gemello could be described as Berlin’s pizza nomad. This one-man show bakes vegan pizzas in the Neapolitan style that go far beyond the usual combinations of tomato sauce and mozzarella. All ingredients are fresh and contain no additives – a pure taste experience! You can find out more about Gemello on the website or on Instagram .
Gemello | Lettestr. 6A, 10437 Berlin
4. Mamida
The fusion of passion and experience of Mamida’s chefs has led to a new vision of pizza: sourdough is mastered to perfection here, and the menu offers a refreshing and unconventional selection with seasonal toppings.
Mamida | Dunckerstraße 80a, Prenzlauer Berg
5. Nini e Pettirosso
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At Nini e Petirrosso, the focus is on authentic Neapolitan pizza, and it certainly lives up to expectations! With a crispy crust and thin base, you can expect lots of delicious creations here. The large selection also includes exciting options for vegans. A big bonus: you can then devour your pizza in the adjacent Körnerpark, surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Nini e Petirrosso | Selkestraße 27, Neukölln
