Mia H.
Google
We spent New Year’s Eve at Le Faubourg in Berlin for what was supposed to be a six-course tasting menu with wine pairing. The total cost for two people was around 4,000 DKK, which should guarantee a refined gastronomic experience and impeccable service — especially in Germany. Unfortunately, this was one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences we’ve ever had.
From the very beginning, the service was chaotic and unprofessional. None of the dishes were properly explained. At one point, the waiter even served trout while calling it salmon, which seriously questions the basic knowledge of the staff.
On three separate occasions, food was served without any drinks. We had to actively ask for the wine pairing that was supposed to accompany each course. This completely breaks the flow of a tasting menu and should never happen at this price level.
Prior to our visit, I clearly informed the restaurant in writing that I cannot tolerate wine of any kind. Despite this, I was welcomed with a glass of Cava — an astonishing oversight and frankly unacceptable.
The table setting was equally confusing. The cutlery made no sense in relation to the menu. Instead of the classic “outside-in” structure, we ended up eating fish with a spoon, while the longest knife and fork were left unused at the end, with no courses remaining.
Communication was another major issue. The waitstaff barely spoke English and appeared awkward, insecure, and untrained. This is simply not acceptable for a restaurant presenting itself as upscale and international.
I had requested a cocktail pairing instead of wine. What I received was six nearly identical drinks: vodka mixed with various sodas. No creativity, no balance, no craftsmanship — just diluted, boring drinks. After six cocktails, I felt absolutely nothing. These were closer to children’s drinks than professional cocktails.
To make matters worse, the food was rushed out at an absurd pace. Courses arrived back-to-back so quickly that we felt pressured to leave the table just to avoid having the next dish “thrown” at us.
Overall, this was an overpriced, poorly executed, and deeply disappointing experience. Le Faubourg failed on service, communication, pacing, beverages, and basic professionalism. We will not be returning, and we cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone expecting quality or value for money.
