Berlin Bar
Our Story
Born in Berlin,
Rooted in Addis
Our Philosophy
Excellence Has No Compromise
We believe that great food is an act of love — for the ingredient, the tradition, and the guest who will receive it. At Berlin Bar & Restaurant, every decision we make is guided by an uncompromising pursuit of excellence.
We source the freshest local produce from Ethiopian farms, pair it with imported pantry essentials, and marry it all with techniques drawn from the world's great culinary traditions.
Our bar programme carries the same obsession. Every cocktail is engineered to be memorable — a signature in a glass. The wine list spans 18 countries.
“Not just a restaurant — an experience that stays with you.”
Our Journey
Milestones
2018
The Beginning
Berlin Bar & Restaurant opens its doors on Namibia St., Bole Atlas, Addis Ababa, with a bold vision: to merge the precision of European fine dining with the soul of Ethiopian hospitality.
The Beginning
Berlin Bar & Restaurant opens its doors on Namibia St., Bole Atlas, Addis Ababa, with a bold vision: to merge the precision of European fine dining with the soul of Ethiopian hospitality.
2018
2019
First Recognition
Named 'Best New Restaurant in Addis Ababa' by the Ethiopian Hospitality Awards. Our cocktail program earns national acclaim and the bar becomes a destination in its own right.
First Recognition
Named 'Best New Restaurant in Addis Ababa' by the Ethiopian Hospitality Awards. Our cocktail program earns national acclaim and the bar becomes a destination in its own right.
2019
2021
Kitchen Expansion
We double our kitchen capacity and introduce the Ethiopian Specials menu — a dedicated showcase of elevated traditional cuisine.
Kitchen Expansion
We double our kitchen capacity and introduce the Ethiopian Specials menu — a dedicated showcase of elevated traditional cuisine.
2021
2022
The Rooftop Bar
Berlin Rooftop launches, offering panoramic views of Addis Ababa with an exclusive cocktail menu. The city's most sought-after venue for private events.
The Rooftop Bar
Berlin Rooftop launches, offering panoramic views of Addis Ababa with an exclusive cocktail menu. The city's most sought-after venue for private events.
2022
2024
National Icon
Featured in international travel publications as a 'must-visit' in East Africa. Our wine cellar surpasses 200 labels from 18 countries.
National Icon
Featured in international travel publications as a 'must-visit' in East Africa. Our wine cellar surpasses 200 labels from 18 countries.
2024
The People Behind It
Meet Our Team
Chef Daniel Alemu
Executive Chef
Trained in Berlin and Paris, Daniel returned to Addis with a singular mission: to put Ethiopian cuisine on the world stage without losing its soul.
Henock Andualem
Director of Operations & Strategy
With over 30 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry, Henock draws inspiration from every phenomenal Chef and Mixologist he has worked alongside. Having run Bars and Restaurants on three continents, he has developed an international style that feels at home anywhere.
Wendmagegn Nigussie
Head Bartender
Known to everyone as Wende, he has a rare gift — the kind that can't be taught. Customers come in carrying the weight of their day, pull up a stool, and leave feeling lighter. More than a bartender, he's the heart of the bar.