Looks can be deceiving: you wouldn’t know this unprepossessing spot in Charlottenburg was home to one of the coolest restaurants in Berlin. But step behind the mirrored and silver-sprayed graffitied façade and you’ll find a stunning interior that’s home to Berlin’s Japanese-inspired culinary avant-garde. The restaurant – whose name is a nod to exclusive restaurants in Japan and the nation’s gang culture – serves up delicious sushi-inspired dishes from its scene-stealing open kitchen: think sashimi taquitos and ceviche alongside classic dishes made with care.

From all the spots on my list the 893 is by far the most fancy (and expensive) one, and probably the only place you’ll find truffle and foie gras on the menu. The restaurant’s dishes are inspired by a mix of modern and traditional Japanese influences, combined with some rich clientele, Michelin guide taste, but still maintaining a Berlin vibe. All these fancy plates are still served by down to earth, good looking people instead of penguin-esque servants, and the whole restaurant could be a nice club for you and your shady friends on top.

Once you find the entrance through the mirrored wall and graffiti, you’ll step inside one of Berlin’s best Japanese-inspired restaurants, fairly recently opened by a legendary local restaurateur. The fine-dining dishes, list of sake and edgy interior decor quickly made the restaurant a west Berlin hotspot. Highlights on the menu include the tako (grilled octopus), prawn tempura, black cod and any of the sushi and sashimi - in fact you can’t really go wrong with anything on the menu.

Von außen wirkt das 893 Ryōtei wie ein heruntergekommener Jugendclub, doch innen ist das Ambiente edel mit dunkelgrüner Marmorbar, schwarzen Wänden und goldenem Besteck. Der Kuchi-Chef The Duc Ngo kredenzt Köstlichkeiten wie Seeteufel-Leber mit Ponzu-Zitrus-Soja-Sauce und Chili-Rettich, Sashimi von der Jakobsmuschel oder Butterfisch-Tortillas mit Trüffel. Das Ganze hat leider auch seinen Preis und Online-Reservierungen lassen dir nur knapp zwei Stunden Zeit, das Angebot zu genießen.

893 Ryōtei may appear inconspicuous with its graffiti-covered window and minimalist neon sign, but inside, it reveals a captivating world of underground glamour. The dimly lit interior, with its main illumination coming from the lively open kitchen, creates an intimate, izakaya-like atmosphere. Small tables, each softly lit by pendant lights, surround the kitchen, enhancing the cozy vibe.

893 is a true phantom among Berlin’s restaurants, thanks in particular to its clever disguise. The restaurant’s façade looks like that of a run-down train station building, but at second glance reveals its true face as one of Berlin’s hippest addresses. Behind the opaque window fronts covered in graffiti, 893 offers traditional Japanese cuisine with a modern twist in a dimly lit ambience.

893 Ryōtei is truly a secret gem, offering a unique fusion of Japanese and South American cuisine. The restaurant’s exterior is disguised with graffiti and tinted glass, giving it an edgy, urban feel that contrasts with its refined interior. The innovative fusion menu at 893 Ryōtei stands out with sushi and sashimi selections that are prized for their freshness and quality.

Zu keinem anderen Restaurant auf der Kantstraße passt der Satz "Außen pfui, innen hui" besser als zum 893 Ryōtei. Wo früher eine Schlecker-Filiale war, wird heute bei schummrigem Licht vor der offenen Küche gegessen. Fleisch und Fisch vom Feinsten, das Interieur top durchgestylt und die Atmosphäre gelassen cool.

From the outside, Ryōtei 893 may appear unassuming, resembling an abandoned store that has become a canvas for graffiti artists and vandals. Its history as a bankrupt drug store in 2012 only adds to the intrigue. However, once you step inside, you are transported to a world of culinary wonder.

893 Ryōtei is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious Japanese meal. The restaurant itself is a relic from a bygone era, with its traditional design and wooden furniture. The restaurant is a great place to go for a special occasion, but it’s also reasonably priced.

Hidden behind a graffiti-tagged window on Kantstraße, 893 Ryōtei is a speakeasy-style Japanese fusion restaurant. The interior is sleek and moody, with concrete walls and neon glows. Chef The Duc Ngo’s menu is nominally Japanese but globe-trotting in spirit.

Hidden behind a graffitied storefront on Kanstraße, you’ll find the best Japanese food and some of the tastiest cocktails in town. The contrast between the incredible food and the graffitied windows makes dining here an unforgettable experience.

Walking past, it would be easy to mistake 893 Ryōtei for an abandoned shop. The large mirrored window is entirely scrawled with graffiti, a small neon above the door reads the door number ‘893’. Walking inside, you are enveloped in darkness.

When you enter 893 Ryotei, it’s like entering a whole different world!. You will not only see South American dishes on the menu but also Japanese food!. Plus their vivid graffiti glass windows are just otherworldly.

The exterior of this restaurant… does not look like a restaurant. And that is intentional. It is an upscale Japanese restaurant where German “gangster” rappers are said to be very frequent guests.

893 Ryotei is popular for serving a combination of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. The highlights at this restaurant include grilled octopus, veal heart skewers, and a sashimi Moriawase plate.