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Bonanza Coffee Roasters
★ 5.0(1 review)Café
design-forwardminimalistcoffee-focused
About the Vibe
Bonanza Coffee Roasters at Alte Schönhauser Straße is where Berlin's specialty coffee scene meets high-design architecture. The space, designed by Modiste Studio, feels more like a contemporary art gallery than a typical café—think floating oak-and-steel counters, reclaimed Belgian church stone floors, and a minimalist palette that lets the coffee take center stage. It's not just about the aesthetic, though; the coffee here is "unnecessarily good," as they say, with a precision that's earned them Best Independent Cafe Europe 2025.
Known For
- •specialty coffee roasting
- •Italian Futurist-inspired interior
- •floating oak and steel counters
- •reclaimed stone floors
Best For
solo coffee work sessionscoffee tastingdesign appreciation
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 10, 2026
Precision Coffee in a Futurist-Inspired Space
Bonanza Coffee Roasters on Alte Schönhauser Straße isn't just another specialty coffee shop—it's a statement. Opened in 2022 as the fourth Bonanza location in Berlin, this space was designed to honor the Italian Futurist movement while delivering a coffee experience that's as precise as it is beautiful. The interior is striking: floating counters made of solid oak and stainless steel, reclaimed stone flooring from a historic Belgian church, and lighting by ERCO that creates just the right amount of drama without being overwhelming.
The coffee lives up to the hype. Bonanza has been pioneering European specialty coffee since 2006, and their commitment to sourcing, roasting, and brewing is evident in every cup. Whether you're here for a single-origin pour-over or a perfectly pulled espresso, the baristas know their craft. The atmosphere is calm and focused—there's no loud music or chaotic energy here, just a space designed for appreciating both the coffee and the architecture. It's a bit more serious than your average neighborhood café, but that's exactly the point.
If you're a coffee nerd or just someone who appreciates thoughtful design, this is a must-visit. Go early on a weekday if you want to claim a spot at the counter and watch the baristas work. The space can get busy, especially on weekends, but it never feels overcrowded. And yes, you can buy their beans to take home—they ship across Europe for a reason.