Mikrokosmos. The Restaurant in Berlin

One of our favorite restaurants in Berlin. The unique and vibrant flavors are on a world class level. It is only a matter of time until chef Diego Castro gets recognized by the top restaurants lists. Berlin needs more chefs like Diego. His modern twists on traditional Peruvian and Mexican dishes are amazing. His mastery of flavors is evident in every dish. One added note....do not ignore this restaurant if you are not ready to try the insect dishes. They have an insect experience menu and a separate menu without the insects. We went several times before we ventured into trying some dishes from the insect menu. We have ventured into the insect experience menu our last few times and have been wowed by dishes on both menus. Diego's partner Nicol is great at answering questions and making you feel comfortable to try some dishes from the insect menu when you are ready, without any pressure. But again, you will have an amazing dining experience regardless of which menu you order from. We get excited every time we make a booking to go to Mikrokosmos and would highly recommend it. They also have an excellent Pisco Sour!

Great concept, well thought-out and tasty dishes, friendly service and a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended!

Great restaurant, we were there a quarter of the time. The sustainable concept and the passion that goes into it is really great. Gladly again.

One of my favorite restaurants in Berlin! The food is excellent, they have great wines and Nicole is spoiling everyone with amazing service. Don’t hesitate to try the addition of the bugs! Simply delicious!!!

A truly unique dining experience! This restaurant offers sustainable contemporary cuisine, featuring an innovative insect menu that I highly recommend trying. The staff is incredibly welcoming, especially the owner, who was not only friendly and polite but also took the time to explain the concept in detail. If you’re looking for something new and eco-conscious, this is the place to be!

Excellent food, great concept, great service with detailed explanations of each dish, expensive.

Delicious food (with and without the insects)! It’s great to see new places in Berlin experimenting and perfecting seasonal dishes. Check it out!

I saw Vagnato's video. I'm coming for a trip to Berlin to eat some insects. Is there only fried food or are there other types of cooking?

Fried insects are crunchy. But overall, the portions in this store are on the small side.

Insanely delicious food, great service and an extraordinary concept with only regional ingredients, which offers a menu in a class of its own for those who like to experiment and those who don't! Great recommendation!

Hands down, one of the best restaurants in Berlin! Insanely good food and lovely service. Can only recommend 🤝

Also suitable for people who don't want to eat meat. Good concept. Seasonal ingredients, mostly regional. Peruvian take on asparagus dishes was very good and had pizzazz. Everything with or without insects. You can try insects, but you don't have to. They just taste fried. Dessert is uninteresting. Delicious orange wine. Very nice service 👍

Amazing food, very surprising flavours and very elavorated and balanced dishes

Mikrokosmos is perhaps the experience that has brought me most home, to the Andes, since I have been living in Berlin. Which perhaps sounds strange, being a restaurant that relies on local and seasonal products. Yet the white asparagus ceviche is the best ceviche I have eaten so far in Berlin. There are 3 types of menu that you can choose from: vegetarian, meat and insects. The staff was very kind and very nice. A great discovery.

The service was lovely, the restaurant was beautiful but the prices were too high for the amount of food.

Incredible The recipes Craziness Also eat without insects Insanely creative! Go here!

Best restaurant in Berlin, the insects are not overwhelming the dishes and the menu is very creative!

I was there for the third time and I'm still absolutely thrilled! The food is a very special and delicious experience, every course is excellent both visually and in taste - sustainable, predominantly regional and healthy. Nikole runs the place in a very charming and competent way. A gourmet restaurant, the price is very reasonable for what it is! The best restaurant in the area.

A cozy restaurant furnished with attention to detail, you will be welcomed like a member of the family and served attentively throughout the evening. Fine cuisine with a desire for more, regional products + insects, simply delicious, you want to try everything!!! We will come more often. It was a wonderful experience.

My absolute favorite restaurant! Regional, seasonal, loving, creative!

Very fine and delicious cuisine - whether with or without insects

Mikrokosmos is a very special restaurant, a real gem. We are very happy that we discovered it and will definitely go again. The cuisine is a fusion of Peruvian, European and completely new trends, such as edible insects! You can hardly get them in restaurants yet. But if you don't like insects, you don't have to: there's a separate menu for that. Everything was delicious, including the water kefir and the desserts. Highly recommended if you want to eat very tasty but not too expensive and perhaps also experience something new.

Very tasty food, value for money is great! We didn't try insects on our first visit (yet), but will come back and try insects then.

Amazing Place in Berlin - NeuKölln. You will have the feeling that you are in a Laboratory of a crazy scientist in the middle of the Amazon Jungle. Food is risky but very well balanced. Both versions with insects or insects - free. Insects based food is the translation of a very consistent philosophy based on sustainability. Both kitchen and service are top and you have the feeling to be at home. Very interesting Natural Wine List which makes also a hot spot for the natural wine aficionados. Overall, a very positive experience and not only for one-time-discovery. A place to be back and back

Eine großartige Mischung aus sehr guter und abwechslungsreicher Küche, herzlichem und manchmal etwas langsamem Service sowie der Möglichkeit Insekten in super Ambiente zu probieren. Die Insekten kann man aber auch weglassen, wir kommen wegen dem super Essen

Is eating insects the future? If it is up to owner Nicol, yes. If it's up to us, too. Delicious dishes by the Peruvian chef with enthusiastic service. We guide many groups around and will recommend this restaurant wholeheartedly.

Very great food. Great experience 🕷🐛🐜 everything was well explained. A recommendation!!!!

A truly excellent experience, all around. Excellent service from the owners (who speak English, German, Italian and Spanish). A strong emphasis on sustainability means the menu changes frequently based on availability and seasonality, using primarily German ingredients with a Peruvian interpretation. Deliciously well done. We went for the insect testing menus, but they also have vegetarian and meat based options, something for everyone!

I've been really excited for a long time to try this place, and I have to say we had a very warm welcome from the hostess, and the passion for the topic really shows. I do believe in their vision and that this will probably be the way forward when it comes to food. However, I must say that the menu didn't have that much variety, probably it has to do with the German regulations when it comes to the topic but I expected it to have a little more variation of insects and menu items. All in all, the food is well made, and the atmosphere is really nice. Worth the visit.

The service was great, the shop was empty (during the week). The two of us got rid of 100 euros, each starter and main course plus drinks. Considering that we left there hungry, it was clearly too expensive. The portions (both with and without insects) are far too small, so we went out to eat first 🙄

Incredible experience, insects as an alternate source of taste and textures is done masterfully, with a really nice housewine and very good service. Highly recommended!

Really incredibly great food, absolutely sensational even without the insects (and all dishes are available without them) and for those who want to, the insects give that extra kick! An absolute highlight in Berlin's great culinary world!!!

I had dinner at this restaurant with my boyfriend and we had a wonderful evening. Seasonal and refined cuisine, the dishes are bombs of flavour, delicious! I recommend the menu with insects, they were a nice discovery from appetizer to dessert. Nicol will be able to help you choose the dishes and accompanying wines/drinks. The attention to detail can be perceived not only from the delicious combinations in the kitchen, but also from the service, attentive, prepared and available, and from the environment: warm and welcoming, the priests of the restaurant host a small art exhibition. Paintings and/or photographs by international artists which, as an art lover, I greatly appreciated. Nicol and Diego, you were two fantastic hosts! I can't wait to bring all my friends to Mikrokosmos!

Everything was simply incredible, the attention, the atmosphere and especially the food! I was sad not to be able to stay one more day, but if I go back to Berlin it will be the first place I want to go!!

Worst meal of my life never again, I swear to you!!!! I was there on December 22nd, 2023 Christmas party with my company. Food poisoning, RAW insects really disgusting experience here in Berlin🤢

Mega committed chefs, innovative concept and exceptional dishes. Oh yes, it tastes good too ;)

What a surprising taste experience! Perfect compositions and a very nice owner. An absolute recommendation! Gladly again

Mikrokosmos is a culinary gem! The fusion of Peruvian flavors is masterfully executed in each dish and the authenticity shines through. Cozy ambiance, attentive service and plenty of must-try wines. Prices reflect quality. Mikrokosmos is a delightful journey for food enthusiasts seeking Peruvian delights in the heart of Kreuzberg.

Es war einfach mega Erlebnis ❤️🐞 jedes Gericht hat super lecker und besonders geschmeckt. Man hat gar kein Gefühl dass man Insekten isst. Jedes Gericht hat besonders Geschmack. Auf jedem Fall empfehlenswert und wir kommen gerne wieder 🥰

Wir haben alles auf der Karte ausprobiert und mussten teilweise nachbestellen, weil es so gut war.

Wir wollten eine erste Erfahrung machen und einmal Insekten probieren. Wir wurden zunächst einmal beraten und alle unsere Fragen wurden beantwortet, dass fand ich super. Essen war super lecker, kann es jedem nur empfehlen dort einmal hinzugehen. Wir hatten nur etwas von der "Insektenkarte" aber um uns herum sah auch alles super lecker aus. Die vergoldete Praline zum Nachtisch war mega. Kommen gerne wieder

As good as the Greek song from a Turkish poet, Microkosmos. Maria Dimitriadi voice of Nazım Hikmet. Highly recommended, utterly delicious.

Richtig nettes Personal! Das Essen war wunderbar. Alle Speisen sind auch ohne Insekten zu haben, aber es lohnt sich die Speisen auch mit den Insekten zu probieren.

In jeder Hinsicht ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️, aber vor allem authentisch. Technisch perfekt gekocht, die Komposition auf höchstem Niveau, ein Gourmeterlebnis der Spitzenklasse.

Wir waren hier zum Jahrestag und wurden sehr verwöhnt. Gastfreundlichkeit, leckeres Essen, und dezente Preise. Wir kommen gerne bald wieder 😊 Geheimtipp: Die Tarte als Nachspeise.

Sehr zu empfehlen! Herzlicher Empfang. Super nett , alles wurde erklärt und alle Fragen beantwortet. Essen super lecker ( auch die Insekten) und alles sehr schön angerichtet. Tolles Team! Kommen sehr gerne wieder!!!

Nicole e Diego sono molto gentili e trasmettono allegria. Spiegano dettagliatamente le specialità e ti guidano nella scelta di vini e piatti. Particolarmente originale e sfiziosa la tortilla di mais con ricotta salata, crema di formaggio e grilli al lime. Anche le cavallette e i vermi caramellati o al cioccolato sono assolutamente da provare. L’ambiente è confortevole e familiare, arredato con opere di artisti che espongono in questo ristorante.

Lovely experience! Have eaten bugs a couple of times before and I think this is a great place to start if you are just curious and want a little taste or if you want a full plate of crunchy grasshoppers. Delicious!

Muy agradable el trato del servicio y muy buena comida fusión peruana. Aunque no comí los insectos, estuvo todo una delicia, de primera. Muchas gracias y Con gusto los recomiendo. Elizabeth Behr

The Lunch Menu was beyond my expectations. Can’t wait to come back for dinner.

Von unserem Sohn in dieses Restaurant geführt. Eine herzliche Begrüßung ( als ob man sich schon ewig kennt) hat uns begeistert. Das gemütliche Ambiente ist sehr einladend. Wenn ihr was außergewöhnliches Essen wollt können wir es nur empfehlen. Wir sind Jahrgang 55 und 57 und fühlten uns sehr wohl. Der Koch und das Personal Spitze. Beim nächsten Berlinbesuch ist das garantiert eine Anlaufstelle. Also rafft euch auf und probiert die leckere Küche. Liebe Grüße an alle im Restaurant. .

Unser Sohn wollte uns mal was ausgefallenes bieten. Sind im Restaurant empfangen worden als ob wir zur Familie gehören. Sehr freundlich und herzlich. Das Essen war total lecker uns interessant. Der Koch ist Spitze und das Personal ebenfalls. Wir können es nur weiterempfehlen. Wenn ihr in Berlin seid, dann besucht das Restaurant.

Zeer smakelijke maaltijd en sfeervol opgediend. Met een fijne begeleiding door de bediening.

Incredible experience, I went to celebrate my 30th birthday and tried the entire menu (insects and carnivore), along with the house's orange wine. I loved that they explained all the dishes with so much dedication; the menu changes based on product availability since they're all from local producers. It's run by the owners who are super friendly; they speak German, English, Spanish, and Italian :) Another thing to highlight is the art they have there, some incredible paintings by a friend of theirs that you can also purchase. Highly recommended!

Ein besonderer Ort. Wir fanden die Idee sehr interessant und wollten sie ausprobieren. Was wir fanden ist aber viel, viel mehr. Die Qualität der Gerichte, ein reines Vergnügen für Augen und Gaumen. Dass es um Insekten ging, hatten wir gleich vergessen als unser Gerichte serviert wurden. Nachhaltigkeit wird hier richtig erlebt. Das Konzept ist ganz rund, egal wie man es aussieht, alles wurde nachgedacht, frag einfach nach! Enjoy.

Councious, tasty, aesthetic! It is a great eating-experience, that offers much more than the novelty to have insects as part of the ingredients. The influence of tastes from peruvian and mexican kitchen are so convincing as the passion and knowledge, with that the owners run this project. All the best wishes for MikroKosmos.

My best dining experience in Berlin. It is not just about the insects (though they are darn good) but also about the concept of food sustainability. Nicole is extremely helpful and friendly explaining every dish and the concept of the restaurant. Pairing insects and Peruvian cuisine is definitely a winner. Go support them!

It's a perfect place for a first date.

Una experiencia gastronómica que te lleva a America Latina con productos locales. Muy recomendable.

Really good food! Great concept, friendly service

Ein Erlebnis von Restaurantbesuch! Die Gerichte wurden von der Mitarbeiterin nett erklärt, es wird besonders auf Nachhaltigkeit Wert gelegt. Das Essen sah sehr stilvoll aus und schmeckte gleichermaßen gut. Nicht alle Gerichte beinhalten ganze Insekten (das war jedoch für uns das Highlight) auf dem Teller, auch wer solche nicht ansprechend findet, wird hier also fündig.

Extraordinarily delicious! A hidden jewel in Berlin, both for those who seek exotic dishes and those who eat something more traditional.

Delicious interesting experience.

Köstlich! Ein Erlebnis in jeder Hinsicht. Für jeden ist das richtige dabei. Kommt vorbei und kostet :)

Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit meinem Besuch. Essen war lecker, die Insekten waren sehr organisch in Gerichte eingebaut und haben dieses gewisses Extra dazugegeben. Getränke waren auch top, und wahrscheinlich das beste war die Bedienung. Die Kellnerin war so nett und freundlich, dass ich selten so coole Leute getroffen habe. Klare Empfehlung von mir! Und Riesendank an Mikrokosmos. Ihr seid cool 🫶

Really a nice experience, starting with the service, warm and welcoming it captured us. We came here with the idea of trying insects and we discovered a new world. The coolest part is that more than a restaourant that tries to use them as marketing, they are part of their idea of a sutainable kitchen. The dishes are cool and well elaborated, personally i am enthomophobic, so being able to try insects in such a way was completely wonderful. Lastly the drinks, really good quality. For sure to try! The prices are on average 12 euros per dish, i think also cheap, given the high quality(always a good thing). Totally worth the experience

A nice blend of flavours, fermented chilly sauce, fried crickets & grasshoppers and a lot more. The quantity was not too much to make you feel like a glutton. I tried their lunch special, Ceviche and sandwich.

Kreatives und wirklich sehr gutes Essen in schönem Ambiente und super Service, der auf diverse Sonderwünsche des Tisches souverän eingegangen ist. Wir hatten ausschließlich vegetarische Gerichte und einen Teller Fritto Misto (frittierte Insekten) zum probieren. Wäre ich nicht Vegetarier, hätte ich die auch probiert, denn sie waren wohl lecker. Das Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis empfand ich für das Lunchmenue, bestehend aus Vorspeise und Hauptgericht, für 12 € als günstig. Die Preispolitik zum Tischwasser (man zahlt für eine Karaffe, dann gilt „all you can drink“) fand ich auch super! Dennoch wollte ich auf die erfrischende Hauslimonade nicht verzichten. Absolut empfehlenswert.

Heel bijzondere ervaring. Met veel insecten !!! Een enthousiaste Nicol begeleidt je door alle keuzes van hen gebaseerd op duurzaamheid, en hoe te kiezen in het menu. Je kunt gaan voor een volledig menu gebaseerd op insecten, maar er is ook de mogelijkheid om zonder insecten mee te eten (met genodigden die wel kiezen voor insecten). Finaal zijn de insecten een klein onderdeel van de maaltijd, en zijn de bereidingen zeer herkenbaar, heel lekker, mooi enz. Dus heel lekkere keuken, zeker als je open staat voor alernatieven van vlees als basis van proteïnen. Niet bang zijn, gaan!

🍽️🦗🐜🐞🌱 sont merveilleusement bien présentés, les saveurs sont incroyables et en plus, iels privilégient les produits locaux! La serveuse était super agréable et sympathique (rare à Berlin), elle nous a guidé à travers ce voyage culinaire. J'ai adoré chaque bouchée inattendue ! C'est définitivement un must pour tous.tes les aventurier.ères gastronomiques. J'y retournerai sans hésiter pour explorer encore plus de délices. Un grand bravo à l'équipe pour cette expérience délicieusement insolite !

hervorragende Küche, die Portionen sehen etwas klein aus sind aber sehr lecker. noch nie eine so gut zubereitete aronat7sche Aubergine auf Reisbett gegessen. Super Konzept zur nachhaltigen Küche, und die Chefin erklärt es gern.

Schöne Ambiente, sehr sehr nette Bedienung, sehr gutes Essen, einen und mehrere Besuche wert!

Sehr empfehlenswert! Das Restaurant wird mit viel Liebe zum Detail geführt und bietet einem die Möglichkeit, nachhaltige Küche (für deutsche/europäische Verhältnisse) etwas anders zu erleben.

È nata una stella a Berlino! Tutto buonissimo ambiente super accogliente . Diego e Nicole sono ottimi padroni di casa.Un esperienza culinaria da ricordare e consigliare a tutti. 🐞👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Ein Juwel in X-berg. Suuper lecker You have to try every thing. Super super gut. Die Wirtin ist ein Schatz und der Koch ein Zauberer.

Schaut es euch an ,probiert! So genial komme wieder!

Ich möchte mich für das leckere Essen das wir am 18.06.23 genossen haben bedanken, hätte nicht gedacht das Insekten so gut schmecken.

Super delicious, nice atmosphere, great music and amazing staff, friendly and positive! Definitely gonna come again soon!

It was my first time eating insects and a very good experience, the restaurant staff is very friendly and the food super tasty!

Mal ganz was anderes: Insekten in Aioli! Gerichte, die es sonst nirgendwo gibt. Aber sie haben auch klassische Köstlichkeiten aus Südamerika. Freundliche Bedienung!

Die Küche ist sehr gut und die Besitzer sehr nett es gibt Speisen mit und ohne Insekten das kombiniert mit Speisen aus Peru nur zu empfehlen

Muy buena atención, muy ricos los platos, el ceviche de carchofos es muy bueno. Y la chica que atiende es de lo más amable, se toma su tiempo para explicar el proceso de elaboración de los platos y tiene un muy buen semblante.

Super nette Bedienung. Und leckeres Essen was man woanders nicht bekommt. Muss man ausprobieren.

Ein besonderes Restaurant mit sehr viel Liebe zu gutem Essen. Wir fühlen uns sehr willkommen und umsorgt. Hier wird Nachhaltigkeit groß geschrieben. Insekten zu essen fällt so sehr leicht und man entdeckt die Vielfältigkeit dieser Küche. Aber auch für Skeptiker gibt es zahlreiche, leckere Alternativen. Besonders schön ist, dass es ein Regal mit Büchern und einer großen Auswahl an Insektenprodukten gibt. Dieser Restaurantbesuch ist mehr als nur ein Abendessen. Man geht glücklich und mit neuem Blick auf die Welt nachhause.

Des plats frais et de saison, très bien composés, de la bonne musique et un service très attentionné : 5 étoiles! (Nous sommes venus avec un bébé d'1 an)

The price is way to high for what they offer. It is a place for an experience if you want to try the insects but otherwise not tasty and not enough for what they charge.

ausgezeichnete Küche. mit und ohne Insekten empfehlenswert. super sympathischer Service. sehr korrekte Preise für den hohen Standard.

Brilliant restaurant concept, great service and wonderful presentation. All dishes were served with an explanation and we enjoyed a nice chat with our host afterwards! We got 2 tasting menus between 4 people so we got to try everything on the insect menu. Each dish had a unique balance of flavours and textures, so the crispiness of the insects and worms contributed well overall. Really enjoyed and would definitely recommend to friends

We’ve been here twice and will be back for sure. Such a friendly service and absolutely amazing cuisine. Photos speak for themselves :)

Great experience at Mikrokosmos. You can choose between plates with or without insects. Everything was tasty. Great selection of natural wines. The owner was very friendly

The food was amazing and the staff was very friendly! It is a must visit place!

Yummy to the food! And hurray to the typical Italian hospitality of the hosts! They were great in trying to engage us with their offerings and was very interesting to chat with them! I wish you a deserved success!

Sehr nettes Personal und super leckeres Essen ! Wir haben als Familie zu viert fast alles von der Karte gegessen und durchprobiert, u.a. das Ostermenue : es war alles exquisit und äußerst appetitlich, dazu noch sehr kreativ und einfallsreich. Erwähnenswert ist auch noch der außergewöhnliche und senstionell gute kolumbianische Kaffee, den ich nach dem Essen genießen durfte. Vielmals Danke an das Team vom Mikrokosmos für dieses besondere kulinarische Erlebnis ! (im April 2023)

Einfach hervorragend! Außergewöhnlich und ein Geschmackserlebnis. Toller Service, superfreundlich.

First time eating insects and we were pleasantly surprised. Staff really nice and cozy place. Very recommended!

Tolle, kreative Küche. Alle Gerichte sind auch ohne Insekten sehr gut. Preiswert obendrein - große Empfehlung!

Wir haben uns durch die Karte „mit“ Insekten gegessen und waren begeistert! Tolle Küche, herzliche Inhaberin. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

My first time insects. I have to say one thing: spectacular. Food & service 5 ⭐

Habt ihr schon mal das Gefühl gehabt, ihr kostet etwas und wollt einfach nur die Augen schließen, euch hineinlegen und den Geschmack niemals vergessen. Dort ist es mir passiert.

Food and service was excellent. The wine selection is also amazing. The insects is something to try but there was also a lot of other options that was very interesting for a pretty fair price.