Traditional German Restaurant
Blue Salon
The Wilde Matilde in the Nikolaiviertel Berlin
German Cuisine and Berlin Hospitality
Right in the heart of Berlin, surrounded by the city’s main attractions, Wilde Matilde invites its guests on a culinary journey through time, full of indulgence and flavour: serving traditional German and authentic East Berlin cuisine from breakfast through to dinner. To top it all off, there’s an in-house patisserie with homemade ice cream – a true paradise for those with a sweet tooth.
The walls are adorned with historical photographs, and the cosy furniture invites you to linger. At the heart of the action is our handcrafted carousel cocktail bar, which turns into a stage at the weekend.
If you’re looking for authentic German cuisine with a rich history, Wilde Matilde is the perfect place for you. Step inside! We’re looking forward to see you.
Our Cocktail Bar is Unique in Berlin
The centrepiece and main attraction at Wilde Matilde is our carousel bar – handcrafted from a historic chain carousel. Behind it, professional bartenders mix the finest cocktails and drinks; in front of it, satisfied guests take their seats; and on top of it, dancers, musicians and circus performers put on the legendary Berlin Varieté Show at the weekend.
German and East Berlin Cuisine
Traditional Dishes and Reimagined Classics
We love German and East Berlin cuisine and serve timeless classics – some of which we put our own spin on. Our menu features the popular Berlin-style pork knuckle, as well as creative Berlin tapas and vegetarian and vegan dishes with a Berlin twist.
A visit to the Blue Salon at Wilde Matilde is like a trip back to old Berlin.
In-house Patisserie and Ice Cream Parlour
A Berlin Patisserie with a Touch of Paris
Homemade classic and creative cakes, tarts reminiscent of the imperial era, exquisite petit fours, pralines and cupcakes are served on magnificent tiered stands. Alongside these, tempting ice cream sundaes made with homemade ice cream, waffles and cream are sure to delight young and old alike.
With the atmosphere of a traditional Berlin coffee house, our Prussian Emperor Room makes a coffee break in Berlin a unique experience.
Delightful Tiered Stands
Gourmet Tiered Stands for Breakfast or Afternoon Tea
One of our specialities is our exquisite gourmet étagères, featuring savoury and sweet treats for breakfast or afternoon tea.
Treat yourselves to some quality time together in an exceptional setting: the Prussian Emperor Room, the cosy Old Berlin Blue Salon, or the enchanting summer garden with views of Berlin’s major historical sights.
The Berlin Variety Show
The Highlight of a Weekend in Berlin
On Friday and Saturday, the story of Wilde Matilde comes to life and enchants its audience with breathtaking performances featuring dance, circus acts, live music and light-hearted entertainment.
On request, we can round off the show with a suitable multi-course meal.
Cosy Summer Terrace
Beer Garden With Views of Berlin’s Landmarks
Surrounded by colourful flowers and bathed in soft evening light, our summer garden is a little slice of paradise right in the heart of Berlin.
With views of the TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral and the City Palace, this is surely the most beautiful beer garden in which to spend the day and evening.
Celebrate at Wilde Matilde
There are plenty of occasions to celebrate – and Wilde Matilde is the perfect place for it.
Whether it’s a private or business event – from birthdays, hen or stag parties, and weddings, to Christmas parties, team-building events and other corporate functions – we’d be delighted to organise your event and also offer our premises as an event venue.
Tip: Our lively cocktail workshops at the Carousel bar are a big hit with friends and colleagues.
The Story of Wilde Matilde
“Life is like a merry-go-round:
It goes up and down.
Sometimes colourful, sometimes grey; sometimes it spins, sometimes it stands still.”
– Matilde
Matilde, an elderly Berlin lady, looks back with a twinkle in her eye on her carefree childhood, when, as a little girl with her hair blowing in the wind and sweets in her hand, she used to sit on the back of a carousel horse.
As a young woman, she lived a life divided between the fine patisserie at the famous Café Bauer, where she worked, and the wild nightlife of the vibrant 1920s, where she earned a living as a burlesque and beauty dancer to support her elderly mother and little brother.
Over the years, Berlin became too small for the cheeky little moth with a heart and a snout. So she set off into the wide world – and ended up at the circus, at funfairs and in the theatre! On the chain carousel, the Sugar Maiden delighted the little children until her zest for life and curiosity drew her back to her hometown.
Here, she now fills her colourful dining room with life and love, enchanting her guests with homemade sweet treats and delicious cocktails – a real treat for grown-ups. On the menu are authentic Berlin dishes, but with a twist!
