Malakeh Restaurant in Berlin

The food was a dream; I've never had such good Syrian food before. The spices were so harmoniously balanced, it was simply divine. The service was also good, and they now also accept card payments.

The food and service were very good. The appetizers were fresh and delicious, and the lamb dish was a dream. The ambiance doesn't reflect what the website promises.

Overall it was an experience not to repeat. Food was unexpectedly of low quality and quite overpriced. The appetizer mix had only four mezze, couple of spoons each, on a single plate. The main dish had little taste and did not seem fresh. It was a pity, as from the website and the other reviews we were expecting so much better. Only positive, the very welcoming waiter!

I must say the Fattoush salad is a must have on each table. The other foods which we ordered was also tasty and well served. I would totally recommend.

Great food, great zone and It is very confortable. Recomended

Would not recommend this place. The food was okay, but I got food poisoning from the chicken.

The food is very, very good and hot, and the restaurant is so comfortable that you don’t know which corner to go to, and the staff are very respectful and kind.

excellent food in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. loved the mezze platter for 2 and the Mansaf!!!! highly recommend

Delicious food. Nice people. The place is very comfortable, beautiful 👍🏽

The food was perfect and the waiter was very polite. They even offered us free drinks because the food came late. Thanks Tarek and your colleague.

Friendly and welcoming service. The mezzes / appetizers taste better than the main dishes. The fattet makdouss was the best among them. Enjoyed less the yalanci, hoummous. The tahini kofta tasted too sour and the meat was slightly undercooked. Overall price is a bit too high for the size of the portions and quality.

Ohne Ahnung was uns erwartet haben wir einen Tisch bestellt und ließen uns überraschen. Die Bestellung der Speisen und Getränke über QR- Code war uns neu , aber problemlos. Wir hatten drei verschieden Gerichte und die Vorspeisenplatte für zwei. Was dann aufgetafelt wurde war geschmacklich vom Feinsten. Alles frisch zubereitet , in ansprechender Optik und gekonnt serviert. Geschmacklich war alles sehr lecker und die verwendeten Gewürze ließen einem schon mal von Urlaub träumen. Die Bedienung arbeitete gekonnt, ohne ein Wort zuviel, aber Fragen zur Zubereitung und dem Verzehr im Herkunftsland wurden sehr freundlich und präzise beantwortet. Wir kommen wieder

The food was absolutely not up to the mark for the price, way too overpriced. We ordered the appetizer menu, and two items were missing (we weren't even informed or asked about it), but we still had to pay the full price, which is ridiculous. The homemade drink, "Ayran," has nothing to do with Ayran; it's too liquid and tasteless (probably heavily diluted). In short: anyone who grew up with authentic Syrian food won't be satisfied with this.

One of the best restaurants we have tried. A bit expensive, but honestly, it is worth it. It feels like home-cooked food.

Amazing food quick and clean 😍 5 stars!!

Top Essen, top Service. Moaz war nett und lustig und hat zur guten Atmosphäre beigetragen. Immer wieder gern… vielen Dank

The food is exquisite! The fattoush salad was so good we got another one. Great place to come with family or a group of friends and order family style. Every single dish we ordered was perfectly spiced and cooked. We left the plates spotless.

Very tasty food and nice shop 😊

I have been to this restaurant with a friend of mine. The owner is very kind and helpful. Fast service. Really excellent and tasty food. I recommend it!

Wonderful, authentic ambiance and delicious food. A little trip into the oriental world!

Super delicious food, really good service at Moaz, and all in all, simply top-notch! A dream 🙌

The food is extremely good, the atmosphere is very cozy, and the service is great. Vegetarian options 💯

A super friendly restaurant, everything was great, excellent food. High quality, I can only praise it. A cozy atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.

I've never been more excited about a restaurant than Malakeh. The food was simply incredible - so full of flavor, so finely tuned, that I can hardly imagine eating anywhere else. Everything was super clean and hygienic, and the atmosphere was really warm and lovingly designed. You feel at home here. The staff were incredibly friendly and polite - you were welcomed with real warmth. A place you should definitely experience not only for the food but also for the feeling!

Sensationally delicious. I haven't eaten so well in a long time.

¡Una experiencia fantástica! Mi primera vez en un restaurante sirio y este no me decepcionó. Compartimos un plato de entrada para dos y un plato principal y fue suficiente para los dos. Excelente calidad y absolutamente delicioso. Similar a la cocina libanesa pero mejor. ¡No es de extrañar que la ex canciller Merkel también comiera aquí una vez! Sin alcohol, sin café y sin postres, pero eso no nos molestó. Un buen servicio y buenos precios, también. Sin duda vale la pena la visita!

A friendly and welcoming atmosphere from the moment we entered. Vegetarians and those who enjoy lamb-dishes are spoilt for choice with the menu here! We both had aubergine-based dishes which were so melt-in-the-mouth delicious and our shared starter platter offered many tasty dips and a fresh, beautifully layered salad bowl. Portions were very much on the ample side and we couldn’t manage to eat everything, but we were kindly given the option to take food away if we wanted. A really lovely restaurant!

Yes, because of the delicious food and friendly service.

There are places that are much more than just a restaurant. The Malakeh is just such a place. As soon as you enter, you don't feel like a guest, but like a long-lost friend: warmly welcomed, with a smile that comes from the heart. Malakeh takes you into a world where Syrian cuisine is celebrated with dedication, passion and masterful cooking. The dishes are a true taste explosion: finely balanced spices, lovingly prepared dishes and a depth of flavors that simply delight. Every bite tells a story of home, of memory, of soul. But what makes this place so special is not just the fantastic dishes, but above all the people behind them. The hospitality is overwhelming – warm and authentic. You can feel that they cook with love and serve with pride. Malakeh is not a visit to a restaurant - it is a journey, an immersion in the culture, the warmth and the great culinary soul of Syria. If you're looking for real food, honest hospitality and big feelings on your plate, you should definitely come here.

We were there with my wife on my birthday. We arrived 5 minutes to break the Ramadan fast. Nevertheless, the food arrived on our table very quickly. One star for that! And the rest of the stars go to the restaurant for the very delicious food! I ordered Kufteh and have never eaten anything like it! The portion was great, the taste was unique and I enjoyed eating it. I will definitely go there again and try the other things too. Yes, the prices are a bit high compared to Sonnenallee, but the customers are much smaller and you can chat in peace. My wife's leg of lamb was cooked to perfection and the rice with it was very tasty. OK, I've already commented too much!! A MUST GO!! DON'T FORGET TO RESERVE!!

We went for dinner with a larger group. The service is quick and very friendly, ordering on the tablet at the table works great. The food itself is very, very tasty and the portions are sufficient. We can highly recommend the restaurant! ❗️One DISADVANTAGE: ONLY CASH PAYMENT is possible. For me, a real NO GO for a European capital!

Really very tasty food. You cannot pay by card. You must pay in cash.

In my opinion the best and most authentic Syrian shop in Europe

The food is good and the staff’s treatment is very good. The young people are respectful. May God bless them. But frankly, the idea of ​​being stingy with dishes is not a good idea. The plate of rice that comes with the dish I tasted for my son, who is not yet a year old, and the one who makes me want to eat at home and never gets enough of it.. And of course, as a fasting person, I paid an amount and went out to finish my breakfast with Sonnenalle.. Frankly, it is not a nice experience and it is not worth paying the money for the trip I took.

Lovely experience we had as a big group during Ramadan. As a syrian i can say that this is low key the best (Authentic) Syrian food in Berlin.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Authentic Syrian cuisine – a taste experience! Malakeh is a true highlight for lovers of Syrian cuisine! The dishes are prepared with love and taste simply fantastic. The Shish Belfakhara, Maklobeh, and Fakharet Malakeh are particularly recommended – each dish impresses with authentic flavors and perfect preparation. The appetizers are also a delight and invite sharing. The prices are a bit higher, but absolutely justified for the quality and taste. The ambiance is cozy, and the service is very friendly. Anyone who wants to experience authentic Syrian food should definitely visit Malakeh! #SyrianCuisine #MalakehBerlin #AuthenticAndDelicious #FoodieTip

The food was delicious and the service was great :)

Tasty and authentic Syrian food. The place is very cozy and staff is nice! The portions are a bit small

You open the door and start to eat. You feel like you missed your home. You walk away from the dining table. You close your eyes and say, “What is the mother cooking today? The food comes and you start eating. You can’t believe that you are back in a restaurant... Seriously, I am not an adult. The food is not better or different from the food of the mother at home... Grape leaves are something indescribable and not better.. Unfortunately, I live in Frankfurt.” ...Next time I will come to Berlin.. The first thing I will do is run to you...and the prices are very reasonable.,, But for you guys, we are young single people who are deprived of such good food 😅😅 I advise you to go eat at Malika Restaurant, I swear five stars are too little. We want to ask Google to give it 10 stars ⭐️

Well cooked and tasty food. The restaurant provides a calm atmosphere. Kind and attentive staff.

They have awesome appetizers. Extremely welcoming crew. Main dishes were not according to our expectations especially after the awesome set of appetizers served. We would definitely visit again if we were to pass by Berlin.

Disappointing Iftar experience We had reserved half an hour before breaking the fast and were there on time, but the organization was incredibly chaotic. We had to ask for water and dates several times - in the end we didn't get any at all, while other tables were served with dates. The drinks didn't arrive until 10 minutes after breaking the fast. Our lentil soup was served with a delay, we waited 25 minutes for the main course, only to be told that it was no longer in stock. Shortly afterwards it was served to us - extremely disorganized. The food itself was okay, but not worth €18-20. It was really just rice with broccoli and cauliflower. There were hardly any sauces and despite asking for yoghurt we were told there wasn't any - but some was served at the next table shortly afterwards. The store was full, but only two waitresses were on duty. I think during Ramadan you can assume that the restaurant will be overcrowded, which was the case in the end. At the end there was also an incorrect bill and we had to wait forever for our actual bill. Overall the experience was disappointing and the €61 was not worth it.

Food was great!. Beautiful atmosphere and all. The only thing was the way the waiter wanted to make us leave so other customers would sit in our place, even tho we still had food in our plates plus we had a reservation…

Very nice service and incredibly delicious food!

One of the best Syrian restaurants I have ever been! I am Syrian

I went again for the mandi rice. Last time I ate it with lamb and it was delicious. This time I used vegetables instead of meat and that was a big mistake because the vegetables came out of the bag. Wave-cut carrot slices and broccoli and cauliflower tops. So if this isn't homemade, what about the other stuff? It's too expensive for that. I left pretty disappointed. What a shame!☹️

The food is expensive and the taste is normal

The idea of ​​the restaurant is good as a café, but it is very crowded and uncomfortable to sit in, due to the small space, the noise, and the large number of pictures on the walls in an attempt to present an impression of contemporary Syrian culture by hanging pictures of famous actors in the world of singing, singing, and acting who were famous under the Assad regime, such as Youssef Al-Azma, Duraid Lahham, and others... The owner of the restaurant succeeded in combining the idea of ​​an exhibition of famous Syrians and contemporary Syrian food, while putting her own special touch. This makes the guest feel that he is in one of the cities of Syria, with its alleys crowded with people to the beat of contemporary Syrian music. The service is great, as is the food, with a penchant for the sour, quiet flavour, as the Syrian Aleppo restaurant is known for. In my opinion, it is a youth restaurant rather than a restaurant for the whole family...and it is an example of the integration of a contemporary Syrian restaurant into Berlin, which is culturally diverse and rough in its life and sensibilities.

Delicious food, but very small portions and therefore poor value for money, as most dishes cost 20 euros. However, service is already included in the prices... We definitely weren't full! Service friendly but inattentive and slow. A bit run down inside, tables are very close together. Card payment not possible 🙄

Great selection and good quality. The service is also good 👍. Unfortunately the prices are a bit high.

The menu was quite clear, we expected more choice. The food came relatively quickly, the taste was okay, but not necessarily satisfactory for the price. The service was very nice, but was probably slightly overwhelmed by the crowd in the store, so you had to pay more attention than yourself.

We had both the vegetarian and meat Mandi rice. The rice was nice, but some of the whole spices, like cardamom, were unpleasant to eat, and I had to spit them out. Maybe it's because it's authentic—I’m not sure. We also had hummus, which was decent, but we wished the bread had been warm rather than room temperature. The price was also on the higher side. Overall, the meal was delicious, but i probably wouldn’t go again because of the price.

In this restaurant I missed the generosity that is characteristic of Syrian cuisine and culture, especially in the food. The portion sizes were disproportionate to the price and were not enough to fill you up. I felt uncomfortable inviting my two colleagues there because we all didn't get enough food and had to reorder. I hope that my feedback reaches the manager and that he takes into account that generosity is an essential characteristic of Syrian gastronomy.

Very tasty and good service, I recommend it!

The restaurant is located in a central area of ​​Berlin and is easily accessible on foot (about a 12-minute walk from Potsdamer Platz). The meals taste great and the atmosphere of the place takes you back to Syria, whether with the hanging pictures of celebrities, Syrian art and politics, and even the carefully selected songs to add joy and calm to the souls of expatriate Syrians... It is a piece of beautiful Syria that we left planted in the heart of Berlin.

The best food I had in Berlin. Awesome service too.

Incredibly good food and incredibly friendly service

Really good food. It would be great if they could accept cards though:(

Unfortunately, the first impression was already negative: the table wasn't wiped clean, the iPad case was completely worn out and when you look around: battered furniture with stained cushions - the whole atmosphere was rather hideous and uncomfortable. I don't care about that when it comes to good food, but the next disappointment followed: The salad was ok - the stuffed grape leaves straight from the can onto the plate. The bread-topped chicken looked great, but actually just tasted like sour lemon with gooey cheese. The fatty lamb with rice tasted like nothing at all... I have been to many Arab countries - the food here has nothing to do with it - this was also confirmed by my companion, who is Arab himself. Did they season it “German” to avoid any complaints? Where were the famous Arabic spices? The service - which was alone - was of course completely overwhelmed: No menu at first, the drinks came in the middle of the main course and they were probably only served after you had left - we did that pretty quickly, because nothing invites you to linger here. Disappointment is the result of false expectations. Ours was clearly too high - prices like in a middle class restaurant (only cash payment of course) but it is more of a better snack bar. Conclusion: No recommendation!

Schon der erste Eindruck war leider negativ: Der Tisch nicht abgewischt, eine völlig verschlissene iPad-Hülle und wenn man sich dann umsieht: ramponierte Möbel mit fleckigen Kissen - das ganze Ambiente eher scheußlich und ungemütlich. Bei gutem Essen ist mir das egal, aber es folgte die nächste Enttäuschung: Der Salat war ok - die gefüllten Weinblätter direkt aus der Dose auf den Teller. Das Hühnchen mit der Brothaube sah toll aus, schmeckte eigentlich nur nach saurer Zitrone mit zahem Kase. Das fettige Lamm mit Reis schmeckte nach überhaupt nichts ... Ich war in vielen arabischen Länder - das Essen hier hat damit nichts zu tun - das bestätigte auch mein Begleiter, der sellost Araber ist. Hat man es „Deutsch" gewürzt, um keine Beschwerden zu bekommen? Wo blieben die vielgerühmten arabischen Gewürze? Der Service - der alleine war - natürlich völlig überfordert: Erst keine Karte, die Getränke kamen in der Mitte des Hauptgangs und abgedeckt wird wohl erst nachdem man gegangen ist - das sind wir ziemlich schnell, denn nichts lad hier zum Verweilen ein. Enttäuschung ist das Ergebnis falscher Erwartung. Unsere war eindeutig zu hoch - Preise wie in einem Mittelklasserestaurant (natürlich nur Barzahlung) aber es ist eher ein besser Imbiss. Fazit: Keine Empfehlung!

Very authentic restaurant, food arrived very quickly and was delicious. Staff is super friendly too! Would definitely recommend coming here for dinner😊🥰

Excellent food and very nice people

The session is special and the food has a wonderful flavour

Everything is very very delicious!! The portions are good sizes and the guys' attention to the order was spectacular, thank you!!!!

A fantastic experience! My first time in a Syrian restaurant and this one didn’t disappoint. We shared a starter platter for two and a main course and it was plenty enough for both of us. Excellent quality and absolutely delicious. Similar to Lebanese cuisine but better. No wonder that former Chancellor Merkel apparently once ate here, too! No alcohol, no coffee and no desserts but that didn’t bother us. A nice service and good prices, too. Definitely worth the visit!

The food is heartwarmingly delicious, the service is kind, friendly and very hospitable.

This was some of the best food we had while in Berlin. The service was also excellent. Highly recommend!

Very tasty food, super nice staff, there are definitely 1-2 things that can be improved on the ambience, but it's already cozy :)

Great Syrian restaurant in Schonenberg. I received really good recommendations as it was my first time trying it. Inside, the atmosphere is really cosy, with Middle East vibes.

A beautiful, simple, wonderful Syrian taste with a beautiful aroma.

new taste experiences through unusual spice notes

We made a reservation for 2:30 p.m. on a Sunday and it was a good thing...The service was great, as was the food👍

Nice place, very friendly, damn DELICIOUS. You feel like you're at home. Malakeh and the team wish you much success.

Great. Very good cuisine, homemade, cooked with passion

The lamb shank dish was SO good. Very tender, fall off the bone, rice was deliciously seasoned, and the side sauces completed the meal. The chicken pot pie was ok. The white cheesy sauce is yummy but the chicken is dry. Good but wouldn’t get it again. Appetizer of eggplant hummus was decent. CASH ONLY !!! ATM machine is a block away and quick. Super friendly host/server.

Genuinely amazing food and run by amazing people! Please open a restaurant in London!

The food is a wonderful taste experience. The service is very friendly and helpful.

The food is a 10/10. The ambience is beautiful. The staff is very friendly. Absolutely recommended!

Saw this place on YouTube. Boring menu and restaurant. Nothing on the menu looked at all interesting, so I left. I noticed that of the 10 other customers there, no-one was eating, they were just chatting and having tea.

The food was very tasty, but very overpriced: a starter plate for 4 people costs 30 euros, but the portions are far too small. For hummus and baba ganoush, this is very expensive. The same applies to the main courses: it tastes very tasty, but somehow the price for a main course is already expensive. Overall, a very nice shop, but I think 7-8 euros for a little hummus is very overpriced.

Absolutely incredible food! This Syrian restaurant brings back memories of my trips to Aleppo and Damascus 😍👉🏼the flavors are so authentic, it’s like being back there. Every dish is full of love and tradition, and you can feel the family spirit in the way they run the place. I’m also so proud to support small family businesses like this💗💗💗they truly deserve it! Highly recommend for anyone looking for real Syrian cuisine!

A fantastic restaurant! The food was of the highest quality and simply delicious. The place is quiet, beautiful and has a distinctive Syrian charm. The welcome and service were excellent and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. A small note: the prices are a bit high, but the experience is totally worth it! I can recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a special culinary experience.

It was sooooo delicious, reminded me of my home country ❤️

The main courses were super tasty and I found the portions to be okay. On the other hand, the appetizer platter was about incomplete in terms of price. The service was very nice and friendly, everything went smoothly. One star was lost because there is no heating.

We've eaten there several times and it's always been very good. You sit comfortably in the living room like you would with friends. Unfortunately there is no heating here in winter. We had to eat in our coats. Maqlube was very tasty though. I tried that myself at home...unfortunately Fateh Makdush didn't exist. My favorite dish...We'd love to come back, but only in warm winter clothes...:-)The waiter is very friendly though.

It’s great seeing a Syrian restaurant with such variety, as opposed to the 5 basic dishes that every Levantine restaurant offers. The food was good, definitely room for improvement, but I can imagine myself coming back many times in the future.

Not cheap, but the food is really very good, fresh and tasty. The atmosphere is very cozy and invites you to linger. The service is very friendly, ordering on the tablet works perfectly and the number of dishes is sufficient and not overwhelming.

One of the best syrian restaurant in berlin. I was thete with my friend snd orderd different dish. All of them were great. My favorite one is Fattoush salad. Restaurant vibe and service was great also. I'll back there again and can recommend it to evetyone who like to test syrian food.

Excellent food and service, and the owner is so friendly as well as the staff!

Very fast service and fantastic food with deep flavours. The smoked aubergine with yoghurt is especially good.

Very special restaurant, with beautiful flavours and in a cosy and gorgeous space. Would recommend to anyone wanting to explore Syrian flavours!!

When we sat down in the restaurant and took a first look at the menu, we were a bit taken aback by the high prices. 20€ is quite a lot of money, especially compared to similar restaurants in the city. However, since the reviews were good, we thought we could do that... Without asking, we were given a good-looking starter plate with a bit of bread and hummus and thought that was where the price of the main courses came from. In the end it turned out that the starter was charged a whopping €20. We don't think that's fair and we're disappointed, especially because the food was actually delicious...

We had the most delicious lunch here - everything was outstandingly tasty, especially the mezze, and everything was so well spiced and deep in flavour. The restaurant is pretty, cosy, and you can feel the warmth of the people who work there in the place and in the food. Can't wait to go back!

The atmosphere at the restaurant was lovely, and the service was good. The waiter was very polite and friendly. The food was tasty but not particularly special, and I found the prices to be quite high. Although I was tempted to try more dishes from the menu, the high prices make it unlikely for me to return.

delicious food, wide choice of dishes, service was friendly and helpful.

Gratt Syrian restaurant. I really miss my grandma's cooking and I received a warm recommendation to visit Malakeh Restaurant and I'm so happy I found the time for dinner there during my vacation in Berlin. The food was full of flavour, big portion and I really enjoyed every thing I ate.

A real delight! This restaurant was a real culinary discovery for me and I was not disappointed. The atmosphere is warm, which makes the experience even more pleasant. The service is impeccable and I particularly liked the possibility of ordering partly via a tablet. This allows you to order at your own pace, without feeling rushed by the waiter. The staff is responsive and very friendly, and the manager is really friendly. The dishes were tasty and delicious. I highly recommend this place for a successful Syrian culinary experience!

Very friendly staff, delicious food and reasonable prices. There is a small vegan selection for vegetarians and vegans - this could be more extensive. I had a very tasty lamb tagine with dried fruit. A visit is worth it

This place was amazing, incredible food that feeds the soul. Wish I lived in Berlin, I’d be a regular

Malika Restaurant has changed a lot from the old days. Even the service has become a lot worse than we used to have in the old days. If we wanted good food or if anyone came to visit Berlin, we would come to you. Unfortunately, about a year ago, almost everything went downhill in the store. Yesterday, 02/11/24, we came to the restaurant at 9:30 pm, knowing that the restaurant was full at 11 o’clock. We still wanted to miss the restaurant. The guy told us that we would not miss it as long as they finished or got drunk. I can understand that there are no meals or all tables reserved, but respect the person who is coming for a few, let him leave, and apologize to him if he does not leave the door. Before he opens the door, you signal to him with your hand that you are finished. Before it's too late.