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Stück vom Glück is a cozy neighborhood café in Pankow that locals genuinely love for its brutal good coffee and rotating selection of homemade cakes. The outdoor seating area with its tiered plant-filled garden is a real highlight, though be aware it's not wheelchair accessible. While the vegan options are clearly labeled and milk alternatives come without surcharge, the cake selection can be hit-or-miss depending on the day—some reviewers found the vegan cakes a bit too sweet.
Cozy neighborhood café with great coffee and garden seating
Stück vom Glück lives up to its name as a little piece of happiness in Berlin-Pankow. This neighborhood café has built a loyal following for its excellent coffee and homemade cakes that change regularly. The service is friendly and efficient—you order at the counter but they bring everything to your table. The outdoor seating area is particularly charming, with seats arranged on different levels among the plants, creating a lovely garden atmosphere.
The café offers good vegan options with clear labeling, and milk alternatives like oat and soy come without extra charge. However, the cake selection varies day to day, and some vegan options can be overly sweet. The breakfast plates are still available but now require advance reservation by email. Overall, it's a solid choice for a relaxed coffee break or casual brunch, especially if you can snag a spot in the garden. The only downside is the lack of wheelchair accessibility due to the stairs.