Restaurant Facil

One of the best food experiences I’ve ever had. The aesthetic is on point. My friend’s food allergy was taken care of down to the detail. And the tastes all together—delicious! Highly recommend!

Facil was the first Michelin-starred restaurant we went to and we definitely made the right choice. If you love food and are in the area, you should definitely book a table. We were there for lunch because there is usually a set menu at dinner and we wanted to choose our own dishes, but we will definitely be back for dinner next time we are in Berlin. The food is absolutely fantastic. Just look at the pictures. They are a work of art and absolutely delicious. Each dish has so much flavor and is unique in its own way. We especially enjoyed the desserts. The staff are of course also exceptional and very nice. When we were there, they made a small mistake with the cutlery, which we wouldn't have even noticed if they hadn't apologized to us.

The atmosphere is calm and relaxing. The service is absolutely outstanding, on par with the 3-star Michelin restaurants I have visited. The food combinations and creations are highly original. However, the fish dishes are quite intense, which might be a concern if you're not fully enthusiastic about fish.

Dining at it's finest! There are few things in life that provide joy, comfort and serenity like the facil's masterfully served, splendid dishes. The service is excellent: swift, polite, calm. The sommelier had perfect wine recommendations at hand for our party of 9 persons. The maitre d' had several additional surprises (entrée & dessert) and they were super respectful, even though constantly at least one of us was wandering around with the kid we brought along (2 yo). Also, the kitchen prepared an extra pasta dish for the kid. Food: from the first to the last dish, everything was splendid, we had beef filet, fish with caviar, beetroot and a nougat dish for dessert. Great, visuals, great taste. A very wholesome experience and a real treat. If you get the chance, treat yourself here. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience you'll definitely not regret.

Facil is one of Berlin’s great restaurants, internationally recognised, and with a price to match that at dinner can cost the equivalent of a couple of nights at the hotel. But if you still want to experience this restaurant without the price tag, they also do a more limited version of their menu at lunch, and at a great price. The food was magnificent, easily one of the best meals we’ve had anywhere, and service was superb. At no time did we ever feel we were getting discount service for the discount meal. A wonderful experience and a highlight of our Berlin visit.

Two Michelin star restaurant inside the Mandala Hotel: the place is a garden at the 5th floor with fountains that remember oriental furniture. All dishes were superb and the wine pairing was carefully studied; they also took care of the fact it was my mate's birthday. Very creative dining experience

The restaurant is located on the 5th floor of The Mandala Hotel, near Potsdamer Platz in central Berlin. I arrived a little before opening time and was able to wait in the hotel's lobby. At precisely 12 PM, the hotel staff smoothly guided me to the elevator. Ambience: The restaurant features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, surrounded by bamboo on the exterior, with flowing water inside, creating a tranquil, garden-like atmosphere. By 1:30 PM, the restaurant was fully occupied, mostly with couples. I was the only solo diner, which made me reflect on the prevalent couple culture in Europe. Service: Since I had listed my country as "Japan" when making the reservation, the staff interacted with me entirely in English. Their English was fluent, and the menu was also in English, ensuring seamless communication. Outside the hotel, I often encountered conversations in German, so I was impressed by the staff's professional approach. Menu: The lunch menu offered a prix fixe option with Two Courses (€68) or Three Courses (€88). I opted for the Three Course meal, which included an appetizer, a main course, and dessert. - Appetizer: OCTOPUS 'BOMBAY' - BEETROOT, FENUGREEK, AND VADOUVAN A Mumbai-style octopus dish featuring a blend of fragrant spices, with a distinct curry essence that stimulated the appetite. The interplay of flavors, enhanced by the sauce, made for an exciting tasting experience. - Main Course: CORN-FED CHICKEN FROM PRIGNITZ - GOCHUJANG AND KAFIR LIME The chicken, raised in the lush natural environment of Prignitz, was reportedly raised under stress-free conditions with a special diet. Though small in portion, the flavor was rich and well-defined. - Dessert: THE HAZELNUT-BANANA, COCONUT, AND LEMON* The elegantly plated dessert was irresistibly cute. The combination of cream, sauces, meringue cookies, and sorbet provided diverse textures, while the sweetness of hazelnut paired harmoniously with the tanginess of banana, lemon, and cassis, making it an engaging dish until the very last bite. Overall Impression: FACIL is an elegant restaurant with a refined atmosphere, highlighted by its glass-enclosed interior and bamboo surroundings. The amuse-bouche, reminiscent of chirashi sushi, reflected a respect for Japanese culture. Although the portions were small, they were visually and tastefully satisfying. The dessert, in particular, exceeded expectations, delivering a stunning experience both aesthetically and gastronomically.

Facil is a memorable dining experience. Beautifully crafted dishes of delicate and varied textures and tastes are artistically plated. My husband and I enjoyed the setting of the atrium garden light which pours through at lunchtime. The service was impeccable.