This summer in Berlin is all about wellness and comfort. Two new cafés are serving up refreshing açai bowls packed with fruity goodness, while the newly opened KulturKafé at the Dussmann Kulturkaufhaus invites you to relax to the warm sounds of vinyl. For the ultimate in coziness, Katzentempel offers a unique experience—enjoy your coffee break surrounded by purring cats.
There’s plenty to explore: check out the Top 11 new openings in Berlin this July.
Tip 1: House of Games to open in Berlin next year
The “House of Games Berlin” is taking shape. Starting in 2026, this flagship project for the gaming industry will open its doors in the LUX building on Warschauer Straße. Spanning approximately 15,000 square metres, the space will offer both dedicated and shared areas for national and international companies in the games sector. With this initiative, the Berlin Senate aims to strengthen the city’s position as a hub for gaming culture.
When: Planned opening in 2026
Where: Rotherstraße 8-11, Friedrichshain
Tip 2: Burro Unchained invites you to casual fine dining with neighbourhood charm
In the heart of Schillerkiez, Burro Unchained brings a breath of fresh air to Berlin's restaurant scene: Here, creative European cuisine meets Latin American influences. Born in Tempelhof, Philipp Entekhabi has already served Mexican street food at Club de Borro.
At Burro Unchained, you can dine a la carte or choose one of the menus, for which you can combine vegetarian cuisine or meat/fish. Hand-picked wines and signature cocktails are also available. The ambience is urban and cosy, the service warm - perfect for a special evening in Neukölln.
When: Tuesday & Wednesday18-23h, Friday & Saturday 18-24h
Where: Allerstraße 11, 12049 Neukölln
Tip 3: Street art meets hotel business at the NYX Hotel Berlin-Köpenick
The NYX Hotel Berlin-Köpenick by Leonardo Hotels opened in May 2025 in the centre of Köpenick, directly on the River Dahme with a view of the castle - and brings Berlin's vibrant urban art scene to the hotel. The façade of the building is adorned with two monumental murals, curated by renowned graffiti artist Mirko Reisser aka DAIM. Inside, there is a luminous mobile installation and surreal sculptures to marvel at. The hotel combines art, design and lifestyle - with 190 individually designed rooms, an open lobby, bar, terrace and event areas.
Tip: Since June, you can dine in style at the Restaurant Clash Kitchens and Bar with a view of the Dahme and Köpenick Castle. What's special: Every four months, a new guest chef takes over and shapes the menu and style. Star chef Graciela Cucchiara, who inspires the cuisine with her Italian-Argentinean signature, kicks things off.
When: Restaurant daily 12pm - 10pm, bar until midnight
Where: Grünauer Straße 1, Köpenick
Tip 4: New KulturKafé in the Dussmann KulturKaufhaus
Amidst books and records, the new KulturKafé on the 2nd floor of the Dussmann KulturKaufhaus invites you to explore. floor of the Dussmann KulturKaufhaus invites you to linger. Sit in a relaxed living room atmosphere with a view of Friedrichstraße, enjoy sustainable delicacies - and soon also cocktails in the evening. There will also be vinyl sounds from the record player. Whether as a short break from browsing or as a destination for a relaxed get-together - the KulturKafé combines culinary delights and culture in a charming way.
When: Monday-Friday 9 - 23.30 am, Saturday until 11 pm
Where: Friedrichstraße 90, Mitte
Tip 5: Coffee and cuddly cats in the cat temple
Accompanied by the purring of the café cats, you can enjoy the newly opened cat temple not far from Museum Island and the Brandenburg Gate since June and enjoy your favourite coffee. There is also plant-based soul food, bowls and homemade spelt bread.
The special thing about the light-flooded rooms under the glass dome of the historic Topas Arkade are the climbing trees and cuddly caves for the four velvet paws, which you are welcome to stroke but should not pick up. The focus is on animal welfare - and of course a cosy atmosphere for everyone present.
When: Monday to Thursday 10 am - 8 pm, Friday & Saturday 10 am - 9 pm, Sunday 10 am - 7 pm
Where: Friedrichstraße 153, Mitte
Tip 6: One More Chapter is Berlin's first book bar with pan-African flair
With "One More Chapter", the InterKontinental in Friedrichshain has literally opened a new chapter. The bookshop, which has been offering a great selection of (not only) African literature since 2018, expands its concept and premises with a book bar.
Here you can no longer just buy books, but also drink coffee or order something to eat - and of course with a Panafrican twist. Talks, readings and a book club complete the programme. The book club focuses on female and non-binary authors.
When: Tuesday to Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Where: Sonntagstraße 26, Friedrichshain
Tip 7: New laser course at the Spy Museum
From July, there will be a new attraction at the German Spy Museum: the new, ultra-modern laser course will immerse you in the world of espionage in a fun way. The aim of the spectacular, interactive mission is to prevent a nuclear disaster in a power plant. You move through up to 48 laser barriers. The course can be played in three different difficulty levels.
When: daily, 10 am - 8 pm
Where: Leipziger Platz 9, Mitte
Tip 8: Dorotheá invites you to dinner & dance in Berlin's historic centre
A new restaurant concept, Dorotheá, is opening in Berlin's historic centre. You are expected to be able to dine and dance here from July. Dorotheá also promises a stylish ambience and exquisite cuisine.
When: expected from July 2025
Where: Universitätsstraße 2, Mitte
Tip 9: Café Rosengarten in Bürgerpark Pankow reopens
If all goes well, you will soon be able to stop off at the traditional Café Rosengarten after a walk in Bürgerpark Pankow. The charming café with its large terrace had to be extensively renovated - and that took longer than originally planned. Now Café Rosengarten, which not only serves coffee and cake but is also a nice beer garden, is set to open for the summer season after all.
When: soon
Where: Wilhelm-Kuhr-Straße 9, Pankow
Tip 10: It's Açaí s - New hotspot for superfood fans
Berlin has a new hotspot for superfood fans: Since mid-June, "It's Açaí" has been Germany's first soft açaí&matcha store in Berlin - and very close to the Kudamm. Look forward to Brazilian flair and creamy açaí and matcha soft serve bowls.
Iced and hot matcha drinks, coffee specialities and fresh smoothies and juices are also on the menu. Your favourite toppings are included and milk alternatives are also included in the price. The perfect refreshment for anyone who loves healthy food and is looking for new flavour experiences.
When: since 13 June
Where: Nürnberger Straße 17, Charlottenburg
Tip 11: Açaí House Berlin invites you to a healthy start to the day
Even more healthy superfood will be available from 21. June 2025 also in Grunewald. Look forward to creamy, fruity açai bowls with a variety of toppings such as granola, blueberries, bananas and coconut flakes - perfectly combined with freshly roasted coffee or tea. With its beautiful sun terrace, the Açaí House is the perfect place for a healthy breakfast before a trip to the Grunewald forest.
When: from 21 June, daily 8 am - 4 pm. June, daily 8 am - 4 pm (planned)
Where: Caspar-Theyß-Straße 34, Grunewald
