Café Strasburg is the kind of neighbourhood spot that does a bit of everything and somehow nails it all — coffee in the morning, wine and beer by evening, and a matcha game that's earned it a spot on Berlin's best-of lists. The French-leaning café on Samariterstraße has built a devoted following with a perfect 5-star rating, and once you settle in, you'll understand why.
A perfect 5-star neighbourhood café where matcha mornings flow effortlessly into wine evenings.
Go on Thursday or Friday evening when they stay open until 22:00 — you can start with matcha and end with a glass of wine.
The neighbourhood café that does everything right
Tucked away on Samariterstraße in Friedrichshain, Café Strasburg is the rare neighbourhood café that genuinely earns its perfect rating. The name hints at its French leanings, and you'll feel that in the relaxed, unhurried atmosphere — this isn't a grab-and-go commuter spot, it's a place where you actually want to sit down and stay a while. Mornings are for coffee and fresh pastries; by afternoon, the matcha lattes and creations take centre stage (they've been recognised in Berlin's matcha roundups for good reason).
What makes Café Strasburg stand out is its day-to-night flexibility. The tagline says it all — "Kaffee, Wein, Bier, Sounds" — and they mean it. Thursday through Saturday they stay open until 22:00, which means you can start with a flat white and end with a glass of wine or beer without changing locations. The music is thoughtfully curated, the vibe is warm and unpretentious, and the staff treat regulars and newcomers with the same easy warmth.
With 107 Google reviews and a flawless 5.0, this is clearly a spot that locals are protective of. It's not flashy or trying to be the next big thing — it's just a genuinely good café doing everything right. Go for the matcha, stay for the wine, and don't be surprised if it becomes your regular.