Swadishta-Dinein-Lutzowstr. 69 in Berlin

Amazing food. Maharashtrian thali was top notch !

A Disgrace to Indian Hospitality – Cold Food, Hot Drinks, and Zero Humanity If I could give negative stars, I would. My order (worth €92) was scheduled for pickup via Wolt at 3:30 PM. At 5:00 PM, Wolt still showed it as “in production.” Out of frustration, I went to the restaurant myself at 4:00 PM — and guess what? The food was already sitting cold and unattended on a table while the staff were outside scrolling their phones. When I confronted them, the man simply said, “Take your order from the table.” No apology. No ownership. Just complete apathy. The food? Ice-cold. The “cold drinks”? Literally warm — not even room temperature. I asked them to at least switch them for cold ones — their answer: “We don’t have cold ones.” I asked for a glass of water after all that waiting — they refused unless I paid for it. Not even a basic courtesy offered. You’re running a restaurant that claims to represent India — a country known for its unmatched hospitality — and this is how you treat customers? Empty restaurant, rude staff, cold food, zero service. Absolutely barbaric experience. You don’t just ruin a meal — you ruin trust. To the owners: If you have any self-respect left, fix your staff, fix your attitude, and stop dragging India’s name through the dirt. Attaching proof that even by 5 PM the order still shows “in production.”

This is the only restaurant in Berlin that reminds me of home! The menu is all vegetarian, and has a vast variety of street food to main course foods. I'd highly suggest trying all of their chats as they are too good to be missed! My favorite is SPDP - it tastes truly divine. Another thing that is not to miss is the manchoorian - which is bang on and reminds us of home! Service is really good, and it is also value for money!

Food was amazing, apart from food service was excellent❤️ Loved it! Must visit if you’re looking for a vegetarian Indian option. I ordered Kadhai paneer and Tandoori roti. It was really good! Must Go there and experience it😇

Terrible service and dishonest team. Not recommended.

Amazing food, go there for some authentic Maharashtrian Cuisine. We had the popular Mumbai street food - Vada Pav & Dabeli along with the Maharashtrian Thali. The ambience is just okay, we hope they have more friendly and welcoming staff. The menu is vegan & vegetarian. Will go there again for the food :)

Food is very tasty and delicious. Service is also great.

Brilliant restaurant. Specially drinks.

Dinner Review - poor management, staff does not understand difference between vegan and vegetarian. We entered the restaurant at 9:15 pm and they let us in- after placing order for starters they pushed us to order mains by 9:45 as the chefs leave. All good so far agreeable. Now while pacing the order they did not make a lot of things clear eg: Tofu tikka was not gravy based. Menu had options clearly marked as vegan and vegetarian but staff on the ground understanding this clearly lacked. Was not told to us that this tofu tikka will be sizzler based - am I supposed to imagine this ? And is served with rice. So we ordered Alu Paratha to go with it , which by the way was marked vegan on the menu and when it arrived the server casually says this has butter on it. The tofu tikka thing had tofu tasting like it was fried days ago and reused. Vadapav marked as vegan on the menu that we ordered as a starter - here also we had to get a confirmation if it was fried in butter. I will not recommend this to any Vegan person who’s excited to be eating at a Restaurant that does not serve chopped animals - the staff clearly does not know the difference between vegan & vegetarian.

One of the best Indian good I had in Berlin! Super fast service and friendly staff

This restaurant really surprised me in a positive way: a great menu with much more than the classics, wonderfully spicy dishes, and friendly service.

Food is pretty good! The restaurant however is not clean and the staff very unprofessional. They were screaming and talking to each other while we ate and service took ages. Would recommend ordering in!

Not possible to order on your website from my iPhone. The add to basket button does nothing

Great place to eat with a quiet atmosphere. The Special Hyderabadi Biryani is a must-try! Pav Bhaji could have been softer, as it was a bit dry. Overall, a lovely experience.

Amazing Maharashtrian Flavors in Berlin! This authentic Maharashtrian restaurant is a must-visit! The Vada Pav is perfectly crispy and flavorful, just like back home. I loved the live chaat counter where they prepare fresh Pani Puri, samosa chat and Bhel right before your eyes — so tasty and authentic! They offer a great variety of traditional dishes that truly capture the spirit of Maharashtra. Friendly staff and a cozy vibe make it the perfect spot for anyone craving genuine Maharashtrian street food in Berlin.

DAYLIGHT ROBBERY! Was here 2 months before with my girlfriend I want to comment about their dishonest practice. Accidentally paid €50 instead of €40 over their PayPal (which obviously included a 10% tip over a bill of €36). Once paid, the restaurant didn't give a damn even if it was a minute after paying and told us they cannot return it. The waiter said the owner will return the money and took my number. Did not bother to call. Contacted the owner over PayPal and still did not return the money. Clearly, they did not want to return the unearned money. If this is not robbery, I don't know what is. WHAT A SHAMELESS BEHAVIOUR! Such practices are questioning the honesty of these people running the business. Makes it even more difficult for me to tip these scammers. On top of this, the tables were not clean and spider web along the walls. No wonder why nobody was visiting here - huge place with all tables empty. At least, could have served their only visitors well. We would NEVER VISIT again and would NEVER RECOMMEND anyone reading this comment to visit. Editing to respond to the owner's comment - 1. Your employee told us card payment is not working but I can send PayPal to the owner's PayPal. 2. That's why I mentioned "Accidentally" 3. Your employee took my phone number and promised a callback and the owner will refund via the PayPal. Money was paid from my girlfriend's PayPal. Either your own employee has scammed you or you had no intention of returning that money even after taking our phone number and us following back to you. Either way, loss is customer's. Plus I already got in touch with the WhatsApp number mentioned in the website and they still have no intention of paying it back.

As a person who tried Indian food for the first time, I was fascinated by the taste and the service. People there were really helpful and checked us if everything was alright. Amazing place!

Absolutely. Super tasty, great instructions.

Delicious Aloo Paratha with perfect spices, flaky texture, and delightful accompaniments. Highly recommended!

The lunch menu was vegetarian and had a nice flavor to it

What an incredible restaurant! The food is truly awesome, and I particularly appreciated the personal touch from Deepak, the owner. I had the pleasure of knowing him and he took care of all the catering for my wedding guests. Everything was perfectly arranged and absolutely delicious – a huge success for our special day! Thanks Deepak

We ordered catering from Swadishta and the food was delivered on time in really good packing it was still warm after 2 hours of delivery. Food was really amazing it added the flavour to our party with its amazing taste. Paneer Jalfrezi - Yummy! Paneer was soft and not chewy Roti and daal - Amazing were like homemade so authentic ❤️ Gobi Manchurian- Hero of the menu we really loved it and it was so amazing felt like we are back in India. It’s not only us appreciating but all the guests in party appreciated the food and took the contact of restaurant from us 😻 Looking forward to visit again feels now it will be the go to spot for all time for us. Thank you Shailaja and Deepak(owners) to bring India in Berlin for us ❤️

It's a bit out of the way on a side street, but that's a great thing. It's very quiet, and you can really enjoy the food. We discovered this small restaurant by chance and got a seat right away. We were able to sit outside, which was lovely given the quiet location. The menu offers a wide variety, and it's really hard to decide. We ordered several things. Everything was super delicious. Everyone was friendly and patient with us until we made our decision. The fact that everything is vegetarian doesn't bother us. I didn't miss anything. Simply delicious. We'll be happy to come back on our next visit to Berlin.

Great food and amazing cocktails! The two-colour pineapple drink was refreshing with a perfect sweet and sour balance.Friendly staff and a great vibe. Highly recommend!

I really enjoyed my visit! The drinks were definitely the highlight—well-crafted, refreshing, and full of flavor. Whether you’re into cocktails or non-alcoholic options, there’s something for everyone. Great atmosphere and friendly service, too. Will definitely be coming back!

Yesterday me and my man went to this restaurant just for starters and they have dealt us with in good way but after receiving the food . In the back there staff was also having lunch while we were eating they started talking so loud and afterwards they engaged in a quarrel which was not ending anytime soon they were also abusing each other in their mother language which I can understand . As me and man we both also work in the same field it was very awkward for us to even eat there and quite difficult for us to even talk that seems very unprofessional and uncomfortable for us. Later we waited quite long for our waitress to come and give the bill to us but she didn’t came at all . So, we asked a guy in the back to give us the bill. It was not a good experience for us with the service and their hospitality but their food was really good .

I had a very good lentil soup. Very good and many vegan dishes.

Very delicious Indian food! We'd love to come back

I had wonderful papadi chat and took Kachi Dabeli... Dabeli is really awesome, authentic taste... I ordered Mango mastanin to my friend she enjoyed it a lot... Ambient is also really good

The food was really good, however the service wasn’t very friendly

Super delicious food and very friendly staff (got great advice, fluent in English and German). With these flavors you don't miss meat, said my companion. I can highly recommend No. 552 (authentic Indian food from the south), it's just too much for one person, but it's great to share or take the rest with you. The bathura and butter paneer as well as butter curry with potato dumplings was also very good. You want to sink your teeth into the sauce, it's that good. I would easily eat there once a week, the variety on offer is so varied and delicious. :) Absolute recommendation!

The food is really delicious 😋!!! I recommend!!! Thanks!!!

We had ordered food for a birthday party for 20 people. The food was delivered on time and tasty as usual. We love coming back to Swadishta for food/chaat even if it’s a 45 mins drive for us.

Good authentic Indian food. Beautiful ambience and friendly staff. They speak English too if needed.

Amazing food , authentic Indian taste and most important home feeling 😋😋

Substandard service and mediocre food - not recommended!

Aam ras thaali is highly recommended, felt nostalgic and best experience.

We ordered food for 12 people for our baby shower function. Food was amazing as always. Kadhai paneer and Usal is most recommended. All of our guests were really happy. Service is good. Food came on time. rates are reasonable and food is tasty. Best place for foodie people. :)

The food was too good. The service and ambience also good.

last tuesday i visited in restaurent with my girlfrend i dnt knw who is she , she gave a gulab jamun and told that write an review on google , is it bribe or forcefully ,all staff changed , never understand a point of customer , i think he need the old staff for running restaurent .

Superb place to enjoy authentic Kolhapuri Delicacies. Kat wada is a must try.

Food was good but the lady manager was really rude and she didn’t treat us nicely. Really disappointed in the manager.

Ordered hakka noodles - very very oily, when asked to make it with less oil they denied saying it isn't possible at all. Garlic rice (Chinese scheswan) again same story dipped in oil. Masala chai - please don't even think to order this, it's just water with less tea leaves extract, no masala. Idli - very bad with powdery structure and I feel it's just made with rice and no urad dal, so it's very tasteless. Tips : if you want to visit this place, please ask to add less to no oil in each dish you order, otherwise it's dipped in oil and very expensive

Delicious. Not so easy to get to, but worth it.

The food is very Delicious and flavourful. Don't forget to have Gajar halwa as a dessert.

**Authentic Maharashtrian Street Food Gem in Berlin!** If you're craving true Mumbai-style street food in Berlin, this place is a **hidden gem**! Every dish I tried brought back nostalgic memories of home. Here's what I loved: - **SPDP (Sev Puri Dahi Puri):** Absolutely spot-on! Crispy, tangy, sweet, and spicy – a burst of flavors in every bite. Tasted just like Mumbai chowpatty! - **Sugarcane Juice:** Fresh, naturally sweet, and so refreshing. A perfect drink to cool down after spicy treats. - **Solkadhi:** A soothing, tangy drink with kokum and coconut – the perfect digestive and a taste of Konkan coast in a glass! - **Pani Puri:** Crisp puris with spicy tangy water – just the right amount of heat and flavor. Made me feel like I was back on the streets of Pune. - **Vada Pav:** Spicy vada with chutneys and soft pav – the ultimate comfort food. Authentic taste and satisfying! - **Paneer Kadai with Garlic Naan:** Rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The paneer was soft and well-marinated, and the garlic naan was fluffy and fragrant – a perfect combo! The staff is friendly, the ambiance is warm, and you can feel the passion behind every dish. If you're a fan of Maharashtrian food or just want to explore Indian street food, **this place is a must-visit**! **Rating: 5/5 – Highly recommended!**

Horrible service. Horrible food

Absolute rip-off shop in Lützowkiez – absolutely not recommended!!! The board outside clearly states which dishes are part of the lunch menu. I ordered accordingly - and when I was paying I was suddenly told that the lunch menu was no longer valid?! Instead of admitting the store's mistake, I had to pay full price. Stupid.

We organized an event for around 40 people at the restaurant, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was delicious, the ambiance was perfect, and everything was very well arranged. A special thanks to Deepak Dada for being extremely supportive and helpful throughout the event. Highly recommend this place for any gathering, especially if you’re looking for amazing Maharashtrian food!

Amazing people, amazing food! One has to here when in Berlin!

Fantastic food, fresh ingredients, best garlic Naan i have had in some time.

This is the cutest place! Shailaja the owner is so welcoming and takes such good care of you! Highly recommend for anyone looking for some yummy Indian food in Berlin!

Awesome vegetarian food Must try Hyderabadi biryani and Tandoori stuffed paratha

We had a wonderful evening at the restaurant celebrating our daughter’s birthday. The service was exceptional, and the staff were incredibly helpful and attentive, making the occasion truly special.

The place is a bit run down and doesn't look like anything special. If it hadn't been for the good reviews and the many guests, I probably wouldn't have chosen the place. However, my first impression was put grimly to shame when the food was served. The food was fresh, flavorful and super delicious. It can definitely be recommended.

We had made reservations for Gudi Padwa thali. I had been excited to try their thali long time back. It was a big disappointment they did not organise it well. Very poor management. A little smile doesn’t harm to the customer while taking order/ serving food. We got our food waiting 45 minutes with missing items in thali & was served cold. We also observed same chaos happening in other tables as well. Food tasted good but the service is very disappointing and so poor. So overall experience was not worth it.

Great service, very good food, fair prices!

Cozy address to eat delicious Indian food without being too expensive. It tastes good, but isn't exceptionally good. Gladly again :)

Yesterday, it was Gudi Padwa, and Swadistha offered a special Pooranpoli Thali that was an absolute authentic! The Pooranpoli was soft, perfectly sweet, and loaded with ghee. Katachi Aamti was delicious, and the dal-rice and masala rice were comforting, while the chickpea curry and batata bhaji paired beautifully with the fluffy puris. Crispy papad and pakora added a nice crunch, salad was on perfect taste, and the shrikhand was the perfect sweet ending. With generous portions and quick service, this festive thali was totally worth and had homely touch.

Best Maharashtrian food on the occasion of Gudhipadwa. Just felt like home. Would expect more such menü in future.

Visiting Swadishta always feels like a homecoming for me.During special occasion, Swadishta never disappoints,I recently tried there authentic Puran Puran thali on the occasion of Gudhi Padwa festival and it was mouth watering.Highly recommended!!!

I have only given 5 stars for the food as I am not allowed to give 7! My son and I found this restaurant by chance while visiting Berlin. We had lunch specials, which were excellent value. The food was the most delicious Indian food we've ever had. The staff were attentive, without being overbearing, and the decor was beautiful. Very clean, including toilets. English and German speakers among the staff. I will definitely visit again when in Berlin.

Had the Gudi Padva Special Thali today. It was amazing! Felt Nostalgic having Puran Poli, Amrankhand, Katachi Aamti. Everything was above par. Must visit again!

Food, taste, service and ambience is really great 😊

One of the best Indian restaurant in Germany

I had experiencing Gudi Padwa Special Thali at Swadishta in Schöneberg, and it was simply excellent! The thoughtful Maharashtrian meal felt like real taste and it ended up being just the right manner to welcome the festival. The Puran Poli was sweet and soft and balanced, Amrakhand was perfect as the creamy, sweet ending to the meal. Making the experience feel just like home. If you’re looking for an authentic Maharashtrian meal in Berlin, Swadishta is a must-visit!

Tried Mysore Masala Dosa and Veg Biryani, worth it!

Enjoyed the special thali for Gudhi Padwa. Everything was authentic and had a great taste. Definitely recommend it for Marathi Food.

Food is ultimate but staff needs to be more polite and a happy face

Impressed with the special Gudi Padwa Thaali today as every single item brought back so many memories and felt like home. Delight to have puran poli in Berlin! From the varan to amrakhand, it was just perfect. And lovely service to top it off.

Gudi Padva special menu was excellent

As far as I can tell, they serve authentic Indian vegetarian and vegan cuisine. It's very tasty and definitely filling.

A really really nice place to eat. Me and my girlfriend randomly quick-stopped here to eat something and it was kinda mind-blowing 😃 We have never been there before and even don't know Indian exquisite very well, thus it was something new, you know The staff was really kind and charming. The menu is large but you can easily get help by the service employees. They are so nice. The value for money ratio is great. We had a tea, a starter and a huge dinner and got that for just 54 bucks. It was soooo delicious at all. It totally felt worth it. We gonna come visit again for sure 😊🙋‍♀️ Great job

Delicious food and warm friendly service….will definitely come again..

Yesterday the four of us were at the Indian restaurant Swadishta and had reserved a table in advance. Unfortunately, the reception wasn't very warm. We had the choice whether we wanted to sit in the front, lower or rear, higher area. The front area seems drafty and cool. Upstairs you sat comfortably warm but with little distance to other tables. We had to wait 25 minutes before we could order drinks. We ordered the food at the same time. I ordered a latte macchiato and a cola. Other tables around us received plates and cutlery after ordering - we didn't. We didn't get any drinks either. Then food was brought to the next table. After the food was on the table, a dish was cleared away and brought into the kitchen. Immediately afterwards, exactly this main course was brought to one of us at the table. We had no plates or cutlery, but they brought us within a few minutes. About five minutes later two dishes came again. So three out of four people had something to eat but nothing to drink. Since I would have liked the latte macchiato before dinner, I canceled it. Shortly afterwards the drinks came with a latte macchiato, which was only very reluctantly taken back. We've already started eating even if one person didn't have any food on the table yet. The male waiter came to the table and asked if we were satisfied, which we weren't. After a complaint, the missing main course was brought with the information that it was not a service error. The payment process was then quite complicated and you really expected a tip. An absolute disgrace.

Swadishta – Fast, tasty, authentic… and with an entertainment factor! If you're looking for a restaurant that doesn't score with designer chairs or Instagram-worthy decor, but simply with fantastic food, lightning-fast service and a touch of Indian chaos, then Swadishta is the right place. It's not about chic, it's about taste! And it’s on point – spicy, aromatic and absolutely authentic. And the best part? The prices are so fair that you almost feel bad if you don't order an extra round. A special highlight: the fastest waitresses in the city. Seriously, if there was an Olympic discipline for “serving while smiling at the speed of light,” then the Swadishta team would easily win gold. Added to that, charming, quick-witted and in a good mood – you feel doubly welcome. Sure, the setup is rather functional, and if you're looking for perfection with a spirit level, you've come to the wrong place. But that's exactly what makes it so charming: real food, real people, real atmosphere. Conclusion: Perfect for anyone who wants to fill their stomach with good Indian food - and have it served with a smile.

Excellent food and very nice staff. Absolutely recommended!

Amazing food, including some we'd never had before, but were delicious (the puffed rice starter in particular), and great, friendly service. Would highly recommend 👍

Very tasty food, very friendly people and nice service. Highly recommended!!

Very kind staff, great food, great price. Not too crowded, even during peak hours. Also, nice music :))

A must for vegetarians/vegans!!

Super delicious vegetarian and vegan food! Very friendly staff, large selection accompanied by delicious side dishes and extras. Nothing to complain about, gladly again!

Service and the one waitress especially were amazing

It’s one of the best pure vegetarian restaurants in Germany. I ordered dal makhni with chawal and taste was really awesome. Also papad with mint chutney is awesome combination. Yes don’t forget to order mango lassi with your any meals. Even Pani Puri and thali is also not to be missed. Ambience is very nice, positive and location is also very close to metros. If you are pure vegetarian and don’t like to visit veg and non veg restaurants then Swadishtha is one of the best option.

Highly recommended!! We loved food, Service and ambience. There are lot of new Indian food varieties which are not available in other Indian restaurants. We tried Sizzler and loved it.

This restaurant serves amazing Indo-Chinese and Indian food with warm hospitality. The Veg Manchurian was the highlight—crispy, flavorful, and perfectly coated in a tangy, spicy sauce. It had the perfect texture and balance of flavors. We also had Garlic Naan, which was fresh, soft, and just the right amount of garlicky—absolutely delicious! The owners were incredibly friendly, making us feel truly welcome. The cozy ambiance and great service added to the experience. If you’re craving authentic flavors with a personal touch, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended, and we’ll be back for more!

Amazing food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere! The staff at Swadishta was incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure everything was perfect. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented—every dish was a delight. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal or a special night out, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommend!

Vegetarian options still and still, wonderful! The dishes are very tasty, the service is super friendly and pleasant and the atmosphere is great. We had a thali, a sizzler and a few starters and everything was really good. We would love to come back!

I had an amazing experience at swadishta! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting. The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. A special shout-out to our server, Jay, who made our evening even better with outstanding service! He was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. It’s rare to find such impeccable service and hospitality. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.

Good food, quick service, warm and welcoming staff. We were visiting Berlin and have been to this place twice. Definitely recommend this place.

2nd Visit: made me change my old review of 4 stars to 5 stars. Of course this time they hit it out of the park. And the show stopper was Bharali Vangi (stuffed small aubergines) - with typical maharashtrian way which had a perfect spicy blend. Indeed reminded me of my home as being maharashtrian myself its close to heart. Kudos to chef. Worth visiting again and again Owners are good and Jay who was looking after our table is very hospitable. Thanks for bringing back the memories. ================================ Must visit if want to visit typical Indian (especially Mumbai street food). We had ordered below items: Vada Pav: it indeed reminded me of vada paav from Mumbai. Though bun could have been little softer, it felt very dry. Pani puri: this one came with Chhole instead of ragada which is fine. But yeah it was upto the standard. Dahi Puri (SPDP as per the menu): which was also good. Aloo paratha: which was hot and stuffing was good. Daal soup (for a friend): he loved it. And Mango Lassi: it was delicious too. Kachhi dabeli was on the other part, was below paar. Wouldn’t mind missing next time.

The great (read the best) Indian restaurant in Berlin with the speciality for Maharashtrian and South Indian cousine. Always delivering up to the Standard! Definite recommendation: Pani Puri, Bharali Vangi (stuffed small aubergine), and Chana Batura.

Authentic, delicious (including advice if you have no idea), vegan/vegetarian, good value for money.

Kat vada Ani Kolhapuri Missal Was amazing 💯/ 💯 for the taste of India

The food was wholesome, tasted great and the service was fantastic. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for good Indian food at affordable prices.

We tried cut vada and kolhapur misal. It had authentic Indian Taste, the spices they used were homemade spices so you will get the Indian Taste. Hospitality is very good.

I am not Vegan. So this is a pleasant surprise for me. The staff is friendly and the food tasty. Recommended for those like me who are passing through the area and want a change from the classic restaurant :)

DINING TOGETHER WITH AN INDIAN CULINARY CONNOISSEUR | AS EUROPEAN YOU DO USUALLY NOT KNOW WHAT TO ORDER | THE FOOD WAS F A N T A S T I C | ALL FRESH PREPARED AND SPICY | WE ENJOYED SEVERAL STARTERS | CURRYS AND SWEET DISHES | HIGHLY RECOMMEND | PRICE RANGE VERY MODERATE

Firstly I am impressed with the variety of vegetarian dishes one can have!! Second, the food, it's just so amazing and so authentic(real authentic). Third, first restaurant in Europe satisfying my craving for good Maharashtrian food! The staff, owner, everyone was so warm and welcoming!

Soup for starters. Plus samosas. Eggplant with potato. Everything was very tasty and tasteful. Slight spiciness. Simply good. The service is very friendly and the food was served very quickly.