The Best Dner Kebabs In Berlin Germany

Döner kebabs are by far Berlin’s favorite fast food item, and there is plenty of lore surrounding their history. Just about every block in this city is dotted with a couple of kebab shops, but here’s where to find the best ones.

Imren

Typically when sampling dishes of a different cultural cuisine, a good rule of thumb is to find those who are native to it and see where they are eating. If we apply this technique to the döner kebab, it would mean identifying where it is that Berlin’s Turkish population favors for theirs. Invariably, you’ll wind up at Imren. Open for almost 20 years, what sets Imren apart is their dutiful attention to preparing the notoriously tender beef. They marinate this in milk and flavor with lamb fat. There are five locations spread throughout the city, so there’s no excuse for missing out.

Multiple Locations in Berlin, Germany

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Balli Döner

Balli Döner is situated near Tempelhof, making it an excellent spot to grab a snack after frolicking in the field. What sets this döner apart is its enormity, without skimping on quality, of course. About the size of a forearm, the Balli Döner features a fresh and light durum packed with tasty meat and salad. This is a fun place to come with a buddy who can help pick up any leftover slack, or for a solo trip to achieve those kummerspeck goals. Unlike many kebab stands, Balli also has a good amount of indoor seating.

Balli Döner, Alt-Tempelhof 21, Berlin, Germany

1. Hisar

Restaurant, Vegetarian, Turkish, Middle Eastern

Hisar is a kebab shop with an important socio-cultural history. Opened 30 years ago, this kebab joint is said to have united East and West Berliners in döner bliss after the fall of the wall. After tasting one of these döners, we can imagine why. These bad boys involve durum made to melt-in-your-mouth perfection, tender meat with crispy skin, and an array of veggies. Hisar has turned its success into an expansion. The original location now features a sit-down Turkish restaurant. It serves traditional recipes with love, in addition to the original kebab stand.