"A true gem among the somewhat dreary chain restaurants that dominate this office-heavy part of town, Liu is Berlin’s go-to for sharp bowls of Sichuan-style noodles in a range of varieties. Head over at lunch for the hand-made tianshui noodles, laden with sesame, which are a standout. But top-notch chile oil, soy sauce, and Sichuan peppercorns make all options a good bet, from meat to mushrooms. The spicy chilled noodle dishes in summer are a refreshing mix of hot and cold." - Tim Forster