Konnopke's Imbiß
Prenzlauer Berg, Berlin
Restaurant in Berlin, Germany
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Konnopke's Imbiß works for a fast, casual Berlin stop, not for a dressed-up meal. The daytime schedule and snack-counter format make it easier than reservation-led restaurants, but less useful for groups needing comfort, pacing, or a special-occasion setting.
About Konnopke's Imbiß
Konnopke's Imbiß is a Berlin stop to plan by its opening hours: it is closed on Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday through Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM, open Saturday from 12 PM to 7 PM. That makes it a daytime or early-evening Berlin stop rather than a late dinner plan.
The decision is simple: go if those hours fit your itinerary. Skip it if your group needs a Sunday, Monday, or late-evening option, because the schedule does not support that plan.
Use it as a Berlin stop with fixed hours
For another Berlin option, Zum Schusterjungen, Rüyam, Pizza Nostra, MaMi's, Ushido are worth comparing depending on the kind of meal you want. Use Konnopke's Imbiß when its opening hours match your day, compare the others if you need a different timing or setting.
If this is part of a wider Berlin food day, use our full Berlin restaurants guide, our full Berlin bars guide, our full Berlin experiences guide to build the rest of the itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- Schönhauser Allee 44b, 10435 Berlin, Germany
- Website
- konnopke-imbiss.de
- Phone
- +4949304427765
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Konnopke's Imbiß reads like a piece of Berlin history: a pavement stand that has held the same spot under the S‑ and U‑Bahn tracks since 1930. The writing in the brick and iron—'iron shadows' of the elevated lines—gives the place an industrial, working‑class patina, while its uninterrupted presence makes it a classic neighborhood anchor rather than a curated throwback. Service is direct and unpretentious; the food is rooted in street‑level tradition. The overall effect is a straightforward, historic counter where continuity and local memory matter as much as the food.
Best For
This is a go‑to for quick, no‑frills eating in Prenzlauer Berg: think solo snacks, late‑night cravings, or an informal meet‑up with friends who want an authentic Berlin currywurst experience. The stand’s longevity and location beneath the transit lines make it a neighborhood landmark rather than a sit‑down destination—arrive ready for a standing or pavement bite and for the brisk, counter‑style service that defines classic Imbiss culture. It’s less about dining rituals and more about the communal rhythm of city life.
Ordering Tips
Order at the counter and keep expectations simple: the classics are the point. The stand is renowned for currywurst (and the variant ohne Darm) and the Boulette—these are the items most tied to Konnopke’s identity. Because service is the traditional Imbiss counter model, you receive food quickly and typically stand or eat on the pavement; plan accordingly. The description emphasizes continuity and street‑level tradition, so ordering the signature currywurst is the clearest way to experience what the place is known for.
Venue details
Ambiance
A stripped-down, fast-moving sausage stand under the U-Bahn viaduct, known more for its cult Berlin street-food energy than for sit-down atmosphere.
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Best For
Experience
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
Signature Dishes
- Currywurst
- Bockwurst
- Knacker
- Wiener
- Krakauer
- Kartoffelpuffer
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Cross-shop if this does not fit
If the daytime-only rhythm does not work, cross-shop Zum Schusterjungen for a more complete sit-down meal or Rüyam for another casual Berlin option.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Berlin
Konnopke's Imbiß is the easiest fit when speed and low ceremony matter more than seating comfort. Rüyam plays in a similarly casual lane, so choose between them by route and craving rather than formality. For a more traditional sit-down meal, Zum Schusterjungen is the better call.
Pizza Nostra and MaMi's work better for groups that need a broader menu and a slower meal. MaMi's is marked International and €€, so it is the clearer choice when price expectations and meal structure need to be more predictable.
Ushido is the stronger pick for a planned dinner with more ambiance. Konnopke's Imbiß is the practical daytime option; Ushido is the one to choose when the meal itself is the anchor of the evening.
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Where to choose instead
Choose Zum Schusterjungen for a seated Berlin meal, Rüyam for another casual stop, MaMi's when an International €€ meal suits the group better.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Konnopke's Imbiß?
Plan around the hours: Konnopke's Imbiß is open Tue-Fri 11 AM–6 PM and Sat 12–7 PM, it is closed Sun-Mon. The listed hours make it a daytime or early-evening Berlin stop, not a late dinner option.
Can I eat at the bar at Konnopke's Imbiß?
Check current venue information before planning around a particular seating style.
Is Konnopke's Imbiß good for solo dining?
If the Tue-Sat hours work for you, it can be considered as part of a Berlin itinerary.
Does Konnopke's Imbiß handle dietary restrictions?
What are alternatives to Konnopke's Imbiß in Berlin?
Zum Schusterjungen, Rüyam, Pizza Nostra, Ushido, MaMi's are other Berlin options to compare when Konnopke's Imbiß does not fit your timing or plans.
Is Konnopke's Imbiß good for a special occasion?
Make sure its daytime or early-evening hours fit the occasion. It is open Tue-Fri 11 AM–6 PM and Sat 12–7 PM, closed Sun-Mon.
What should I order at Konnopke's Imbiß?
Check the current menu before deciding what to order.
