Shiso Burger
Mitte, Berlin
Restaurant in Berlin, Germany
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Shiso Burger is a useful Mitte fallback when you want an easy, central meal without heavy planning. Treat it as a casual burger-style stop rather than a wine-led or occasion restaurant; for a deeper dinner, compare it with Kopps, KUCHI Mitte, Cocolo Ramen, Kebap with Attitude, or Luna D'Oro.
About Shiso Burger
Shiso Burger is a casual Berlin venue open daily from 12–11 PM. For menu items, service format, prices, reservations, dietary accommodations, or drinks, check the venue's official channels before making plans.
Use it for a casual Berlin meal, not a detail-driven plan
The clearest practical facts are straightforward: Shiso Burger is in Berlin, the dress code is casual, the venue is open daily from 12–11 PM. If your decision depends on exact menu choices, prices, seating, booking rules, or beverage options, check the venue's official channels before you go.
Shiso Burger may make sense as a low-formality Berlin stop when the timing works for your day. The daily hours give it flexibility; for cuisine specifics, group suitability, special-occasion atmosphere, or ordering strategy, confirm details directly before visiting.
Who should compare it with other Berlin options
For broader dining decisions in Berlin, compare Shiso Burger with Cocolo Ramen, KUCHI Mitte, Kebap with Attitude, Kopps, or Luna D'Oro based on your own priorities and the latest details from each venue.
The practical verdict: use Shiso Burger as a casual Berlin option with daily 12–11 PM hours, confirm any specifics that matter before committing. For broader planning, Pearl's Berlin restaurants guide is the better starting point.
Planning details
- Location
- Auguststraße 29C, 10119 Berlin, Germany
- Website
- shisoburger.com
- Phone
- +493088944687
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Shiso Burger sits on Auguststraße in Mitte and reads like a gallery-goers' pit stop: modern, casual and unabashedly point-of-view driven. The decision to build burgers around the Japanese shiso leaf signals an ingredient-first mentality that feels more aligned with Berlin's fine-dining sourcing conversations than with a typical fast-casual chain. The result is a lively, contemporary counter that balances everyday accessibility with a serious interest in freshness and provenance. It feels of-the-moment without trying too hard — a neighborhood spot that reflects the surrounding art-world energy and the city's broader appetite for thoughtful, ingredient-led casual food.
Best For
Shiso Burger is best for informal meals tied to a day or night out in Mitte — think after-gallery snacks, casual hangouts with friends and late-night burger runs. The kitchen operates at a faster pace and a lower price point than fine-dining peers, which makes it well suited to groups looking for straightforward, ingredient-forward comfort food rather than formal business dinners or special-occasion dining. It’s a social, energetic counter for people who care about flavor provenance but want a relaxed setting in which to eat.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize the restaurant’s signature items to experience its ingredient-driven approach: the Shiso Burger (tuna) is the namesake example of their use of the perilla leaf, and other highlights include the Bulgogi Burger, Ebi Burger with Tiger Prawn, Lemon Chili Burger and Spiral Potatoes. Because the menu foregrounds a single distinctive ingredient that requires same-day handling, ordering the eponymous shiso-focused option is a quick way to understand the kitchen’s point of view. For groups, sampling a few different burgers reveals how the shiso and other flavors are applied across the menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Fresh and modern venue with open kitchen, casual and energetic atmosphere; can get crowded during peak hours but maintains a welcoming vibe.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Shiso Burger with tuna
- Bulgogi Burger
- Ebi Burger with Tiger Prawn
- Lemon Chili Burger
- Spiral Potatoes
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the table wants something fast but more Berlin street-food coded, choose Kebap with Attitude. If the group wants a fuller dinner rather than a casual burger-style meal, Kopps is the more occasion-ready alternative.
Restaurant context
How Shiso Burger compares in Berlin
Shiso Burger is the easier, lower-friction choice in this set: better for a quick central meal than for a long dinner. Kebap with Attitude is the stronger pick when the group wants a Berlin street-food mood, while Cocolo Ramen is better when everyone is aligned around ramen.
For a more composed sit-down meal, KUCHI Mitte gives a clearer sushi-focused direction, Kopps is the better fit for a plant-forward dinner with more occasion weight. Luna D'Oro is the cross-shop when the group wants a more classic restaurant feel rather than a casual burger stop.
The decision is simple: choose Shiso Burger for convenience, central location, an easy meal. Choose the peers when cuisine focus, ambiance, or a slower dinner matters more.
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Compare Shiso Burger
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Shiso Burger | Berlin | No published awards |
| Kebap with Attitude | Berlin | No published awards |
| KUCHI Mitte | Berlin | No published awards |
| Kopps | Berlin | No published awards |
| Cocolo Ramen | Berlin | No published awards |
| Luna D'Oro | Berlin | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Shiso Burger handle dietary restrictions?
How far ahead should I book Shiso Burger?
Shiso Burger is open daily from 12–11 PM. Confirm current reservation policies directly with the venue, especially if timing matters.
What are alternatives to Shiso Burger in Berlin?
Other Berlin options to compare include Kebap with Attitude, Cocolo Ramen, KUCHI Mitte, Kopps, Luna D'Oro. Check current details for each venue before choosing.
Is lunch or dinner better at Shiso Burger?
Shiso Burger is open daily from 12–11 PM. Choose based on your schedule and confirm current hours through the venue's official channels.
Is Shiso Burger good for a special occasion?
Shiso Burger is a casual Berlin venue with daily 12–11 PM hours. For a special occasion, confirm the service format, room style, menu structure, any other details that matter to your plans.
