
Tucked away in the leafy suburbs of Kladow, the Chip Inn at Golf Club Gatow is your go-to spot for relaxed dining with a view of the fairways. Mariana Lengauer has transformed this club restaurant into a welcoming neighborhood hangout where you can enjoy hearty German classics and international dishes without the stiff golf-club formality. It's the kind of place where you'll find locals grabbing a weekend brunch or golfers unwinding after a round, all while sipping a crisp beer or glass of wine on the terrace. The menu leans into comfort food done right—think schnitzel that actually crisps up properly, seasonal soups that warm you from the inside out, and brunch spreads that justify the trip out to the edges of Berlin. It's not fancy, but it's genuinely good, with a staff that seems to actually enjoy what they do. Skip the rush hour and come early for brunch or late for a quiet dinner when the golfers have gone home. Rating: 4/5
A Club Restaurant That Actually Feels Like Home
The Chip Inn at Golf Club Gatow is a hidden gem in Kladow that locals have been keeping to themselves for years. Mariana Lengauer's management has breathed new life into this club restaurant, making it feel less like a golf club canteen and more like a proper neighborhood bistro. The atmosphere is effortlessly relaxed—you'll find families with strollers, golfers in their whites, and couples enjoying a quiet dinner all sharing the same space without any pretension.
The food is solidly German with international touches. The schnitzel is properly crispy and generous, the soups are made fresh daily, and the brunch spread on weekends is genuinely impressive for a club restaurant. Service is friendly and unhurried, which is rare these days. The terrace is a nice touch when the weather cooperates, offering views of the golf course that make you feel like you've escaped the city.
It's not a destination for Michelin-level dining, but it's exactly what you need after a round of golf or on a lazy Sunday afternoon. The prices are reasonable for the quality, and the setting makes it feel like a special occasion even when it's just a regular Tuesday.