FOOD: Burgermeister

Oberbaumstraße 8 | Kreuzberg 10997

U Schlesisches Tor

Mon-Thu 11 am - 3 am  |  Fri-Sat 11 am - 4 am  | Sun 12 pm - 3 am

www.burger-meister.de

It might seem unusual that, in a neighbourhood of cafes and restaurants, a burger imbiss in an old public toilet is worth visiting. As soon as you emerge from Schlesisches Tor station, Burgermeister's blaring techno and bustling queue greets you. A literal extension of the metro bridge, the exterior of the imbiss matches the dark green steel of the u-bahn station. With only three tables available, most patrons pull up empty beer crates to make shift their own stools. A red LED counter allows you to identify how long you'll wait for your burger, and due to it's popularity, don't be surprised if your ticket reads ninety-six and the screen is only on thirty-four. 

Although a very popular drunk snack for Kreuzberg's party-goers, this burger is far from the equivalent English drunk snack of cheesy chips. Their one hundred percent beef patty is best with the additions of ketchup, mustard, cheese and crispy bacon, creating a rich and full tasting burger that contrasts nicely with the crisp, fresh lettuce it is teamed with. The best part of a Burgermeister though, is always the bun. Butter toasted, fluffy and homemade, you won't believe it when the total price for a burger and beer comes in at under 5.00€.