Vegan
Italian
Mediterranean
Take-out
Catering
Fusion
Breakfast
African

Vegan restaurant serving breakfast and lunch during the week and brunch on the weekend. Sample menu dishes such as West African jollof bowl, lasagna and spaghetti, acai, and raw cakes. Serves smoothies and coffee. Living room style interior with books to read and a sunny terrace. Child- and dog-friendly. Est. 2016 in a spot on a quiet side street. Under change of ownership as of summer 2021. Reported closed April 2023.


429 Reviews

First Review by limist

MaverickWebDesign

Points +16

Vegan
14 Feb 2020

Eccezionale!!

Sono un vegano last minute, ho fatto questa scelta di vita solo dal 01/01/2020, quindi ho ancora chiari in bocca i sapori del cibo onnivoro... ebbene, questo graziosissimo locale a conduzione familiare, intimo ed accogliente, mi ha semplicemente sconvolto: i Ravioli ed il Tiramisù sono semplicemente incredibili. Consigliatissimo.

Updated from previous review on 2020-02-14

Pros: Piatti eccellenti, Atmosfera intima, Cortesia

Cons: Menù corto

SabikHo

Points +24

Vegan
12 Feb 2020

Unique place


Super good vegan food, generous portions.It's busy so you better come early but it's worth it! I like the simplicity ecofriendy of the place yet with interesting dishes and desserts.
The staff it’s genuinely friendly and puts a lot of care .

Pros: Friendly welcoming staff , Plastic free

ChloéSchwizgebel

Points +1276

Vegetarian
11 Feb 2020

Amazing afro-italian culinary experience

We had such an amazing moment in Ataya. This plant-based restaurant which offer a fusion of Italian and African food is a must try in Berlin. A little outside the main street of the city, this place is a safe haven (and heaven) to enjoy good food and a relaxing moment. Here, you will find no processed food, no waste in the kitchen but delicious and beautiful dishes. We got to try their fresh smoothies as well an Italian dish (Homemade raviolis) and an African one (Toloff bowl). Although we were already very satisfied with the main dish, we shared their famous Vegan Tiramisu: as airy as it is tasty.
I'd highlight suggest you coming for a few hours to discuss with friends on the sharing tables (no laptop policy for more interaction) or even to come for their Sunday brunch.
The team is on top of that really friendly. No wonder it got rated as Berlin's best vegan restaurant on Happy Cow :)

Pros: Cosy interior, Original dishes, Flavors

Marcelsimon

Points +24

Vegan
09 Feb 2020

Amazing and special !

I had my favorite meal at this lovely restaurant. The flavors are memorable even to this day a year later. They have a bright and clean environment with light ,plants natural decor and a focus on the incredible homemade food. Savory and sweet. Plus the best vegan Tiramisù I’ve ever encountered. Certainly coming back on my next Berlin trip!

Updated from previous review on 2020-02-09

Pros: Great service , Lots of choices

InesJqt

Points +18

Vegan
09 Feb 2020

Best vegan brunch!

Nous sommes venus la semaine dernière avec mon conjoint, nous avons adoré ! Ambiance cosy, staff adorable et le brunch était très bon. Le mix africain-italien est original et tout est fait maison (meilleur tiramisu vegan que j’ai pu mangé !!). Je recommande vivement😄

Pros: Friendly staff, Nice vibe, Good food

encarnito

Points +35

Vegan
08 Feb 2020

food OK

I don't really understand the many positive reviews of this place. Food is OK, but nothing spectacular. Some cold dishes like the pasta portion in the breakfast combo didn't taste good at all. Place is nice, but there is no service (you have to order and pay at the counter), no toilets and only cash is accepted (hello Finanzamt!).

Pros: 100% vegan

Cons: No service, no toilets, only cash, bit slow

ninarosa

Points +97

Vegan
07 Feb 2020

Special place with amazing food

The high ratings on Happycow did not lie: this place was amazing. You can feel the passion of the people behind the company in everything: the food, the atmosphere, the happiness in their voices, the furniture... I've never been to such a place before! We shared one Italian and one African dish and had a tiramisu as well as smoothies. All had a great taste and the ingredients were super fresh. 100% recommend!

Pros: Great atmosphere, Lots of books to read, Unique dishes

Saly90

Points +16

Vegan
04 Feb 2020

Most Amazing vegan place ever and inviroment friendly

i love what they are doing , spreading good vibes and cooking the most amazing vegan food.
the restaurant is full of plants , books and smells delicious.
we went there for sunday brunch and it was great!
homemade organic food with over 20 different dishes .
Bring your own bottle and they will refill it with tap water for free.

Pros: plastic free venue+zero waste policy

CinziaMelograna

Points +15

Vegetarian
02 Feb 2020

Cozy and healthy!

Family business run by a nice couple (Italian and African).
Sunday Brunch had a variety of vegan food (you can eat as much as you want and pay 17€ per person).
Cozy environment and the reservation is suggested.

Updated from previous review on 2020-02-02

Pros: Italian speaking, Cold and Warm food

n__92

Points +16

Vegan
02 Feb 2020

Simply amazing!

I am a mixed African, Asian and Brit and throughly loved this mix of Flavours. The setting is of a community, and has lovely African decor, reminiscent of my mother’s home. Food is quality, tasty, and the owners super friendly and warm. Me and my partner found this place from a YouTube video of vegan food spots to visit in Berlin and we were not disappointed.

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Affordable , Great energy

Cons: None, None, None

Pagesnoby

Points +32

Vegan
01 Feb 2020

A place to remember...

This is so far one of the bests place I’d ever visited.
Full of plants , recycled furnitures, incredible food (I had the Jollof bowl and my friend took the homemade lasagna) and the owners a vegans and super friendly .

MichaelB

Points +24

Vegan
27 Jan 2020

Incredible

We loved the food and atmosphere.

Pros: Fresh Food, Friendly Staff

Cons: Have to order at counter

ndevries

Points +65

Vegan
26 Jan 2020

Honest and amazing

Quiet atmosphere and very kind staff. The food was honestly amazing and I would definitely advice to visit the place!

Malene

Points +32

Vegan
20 Jan 2020

The place to go

If you look for a great place where not only the food is amazing, this is a place not to be missed.
Once you enter you will feel the great vibes , the design , the music, the all restaurant talks about a sustainable vegan life style . No plastic and with a zero waste menù.
Don’t miss their tiramisu’!

Updated from previous review on 2020-01-20

Pros: Tiramisù

Helena.B

Points +18

Vegan
20 Jan 2020

One of the best places 🙌🏼

Amazing food and friendly staff. Jollof bowl and breakfast fully recommended 🌿☝🏼

DiyaCarmen

Points +18

Vegan
12 Jan 2020

Soul food Vibes

Grazie to the owners who have catered us so well today. As bloggers we look for inspirational places where we observe the vibe and energies around us wherever we go. Ataya Café is a soul food place with loving vibes n great hosts. We loved the brunch with its culture influences of Italy and African combined. The owners are so lovely. Looking at the houseful place today, you see many ppl have found their Sunday’s home living spot. Highly recommend the place plus no plastic and zero waste policy!😄

Pros: Yummy food , Wonderful Hosts , Greenery decor

mariagavioli

Points +45

Vegetarian
11 Jan 2020

Love this place

The food is amazing. The dishes are huge. They took a little to get ready, but it worth!

now

Points +18

Vegan
05 Jan 2020

Great Vegan spot in Berlin

Nice atmosphere with lovely food and a killer cheesecake. Highly recommended

TaináGuedes

Points +15

Vegetarian
04 Jan 2020

Eat & Travel around the globe

Good mix of delicious food from different cultures, that makes you travel around the globe. A place full of good smells, music, and good vibes. A Family Business that is worth supporting!

MarjEnka

Points +16

Vegan
24 Dec 2019

Amazing restaurant

I really enjoyed food here, it's so tasty and portions are big. The owners were so lovely, so I definitely recommend to not skip this restaurant if you are in Berlin

malli

Points +133

Vegan
22 Dec 2019

Overrated

We were unfortunately very disappointed. We called first to ask if we should make a resveration, but we're told to just come by. However, when we arrived it seemed to be a problem.
They did not seem very organised and somebody else got our order. When we finally had food, it was disappointing. The food was cold and heavily spiced with pepper so that it wasn't really enjoyable (which was also addressed by other guests).
The two stars were given because of the cosy atmosphere and location.

Pros: Cosy amtosphere

Cons: Cold food

Marialouisa

Points +26

Vegan
21 Dec 2019

Top

Lecker lecker 😋

Updated from previous review on 2019-12-21

Yasminesan

Points +1953

Vegan
21 Dec 2019

Very authentic and delicious brunch

Updated from a review left in 2016:

AtayaCaffe has a very cosy, authentic, and family-friendly vibe about it, with an assortment of mismatched seating, a play area, and good wifi. The owners are always around and it really feels like a cosy and familial place. It's dark and moody which is what I like.

Since I first went, the menu has expanded beyond an already very large variety of hot drinks and nice teas, and a daily changing lunch menu. They have an Italo-Senegalese vegan brunch which I brought an omni friend to. It was so good - especially the curries and the plantain, and I will for sure bring my partner to it. Elisabetta was very communicative via email and I was able to easily reserve a table. The lack of tap water is a shame but I also completely understand - especially for brunch buffets, that drinks are an important way for places to make an income. Maybe tap water if another drink is ordered is a nice compromise?

I liked AtayaCaffee a lot more this second time I came - maybe because it is more established in concept, but also because when I first came there were a lot of children around and I was feeling a bit anti-social. A family-freindly vibe can be a good or bad thing depending on who and how you are - for me I prefer quiet places, but especially in Pberg it is nice to have spaces where people can bring their children to enjoy good vegan food too! I will for sure have to come again and try their non-brunch offering to compare to the delicious and filling brunch :)

Thank you again both for the excellent lunch and a lovely environment for my friend and I to catch up in!

Also, as a side note, I really think it is important and good to support diverse vegan businesses - the fact that this isn't your typical yoga-girl white and euro-centric Buddha bowl establishment is actually incredibly refreshing - there is a lot of quality and representation of cuisines I have never eaten even as an omnivore, and I applaud Ataya for leading the way so effectively on this

Updated from previous review on 2017-02-22

Pros: Decor and ambience, Food quality and diversity, Friendly and engaged owners

Cons: Lots of children (subjective con!)

AtayaBerlin

21 Dec 2019

Hi Yasmine,
Thanks for you review and for the nice feedback .
We just want to point out about the tap water policy : we do refill tap water bottles if someone brings from home. (Not plastic bottles please! We are a no plastic venue) .

Hope to see you soon.
Elisabetta

KatieBush

Points +3176

Vegan
19 Dec 2019

AtayaCaffe

WOW. Just wow. This was a flavor explosion and just SO GOOD. Easily one of the best vegan restaurants I have ever been to- EVER! I really enjoyed everything on my plate, it was tasty and filling. My husband is very picky and even he loved everything. I can't wait to come back to Berlin and eat here again!

Updated from previous review on 2019-12-19

AtayaBerlin

21 Dec 2019

Hey Katie,
We are so glad to read your lovely feedback.
Hope to see you soon .

Aneta_style

Points +18

Vegan
17 Dec 2019

One of my favorite places in Berlin!

It’s a great place, super tasty and fresh food , I had an amazing hummus plate, portions are really big! Perfect in you are really hungry! Is also plastic free and zero waste policy! Friendly stuff and live the interior! And the prices are really reasonable!

AtayaBerlin

21 Dec 2019

Hi Aneta,we are so happy you liked so much our restaurant.
All the best
Ataya

Hornika

Points +20

Vegan
16 Dec 2019

Best Sunday brunch ever

I went for their Sunday brunch and it was such a treat!
The restaurant it’s bright,cosy and with great vibes.

Pros: Great Tiramisu‘ , So many choices , Great vibes

OsirisVG

Points +52

Vegan
14 Dec 2019

Une cuisine ensoillée et généreuse

Je ne comprends pas l'indication de prix qui est affectée pour ce merveilleux restaurant. 10€ pour un plat très très généreusement fourni (et je suis un gros mangeur)... Que demander de plus.

Quant au goût... Tellement bon que si mon estomac me l'avait permis j'en aurais redemandé. Les raviolis étaient divins et l'imitation parmesan tellement incroyable!

Merci au patron qui nous a trouvé une petite place pour pouvoir profiter de ses mets à l'ambiance colorés.




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