Berlin's only three-Michelin-starred restaurant, also awarded a Green Star for its sustainable culinary practices, led by Chef Marco Müller.
Running chef
Marco Müller is the Executive Chef and has been leading the kitchen at Rutz since 2004. He is known for his creative and innovative approach, focusing on German ingredients and a distinctive cooking style.
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Last updated: 8/30/2025, 4:49:05 PM
Key Information
Rutz Restaurant is Berlin's first and only three-Michelin-star establishment, renowned for its innovative and modern German cuisine with a strong emphasis on regional and seasonal ingredients. It originated as a wine bar in 2001 and has since evolved into a top-tier restaurant. The venue features an award-winning wine list with over 850 unique German and Riesling bottlings, set in a relaxed, modern, and high-end ambiance with natural materials, located on the first floor. It underwent extensive renovations in 2022 to mark its 21st anniversary.
Customers consistently praise Rutz for its exceptional and creative food, noting amazing, balanced, and intense flavors achieved through unique techniques. The service is frequently described as top-notch, incredibly kind, and welcoming, with special mentions of personalized experiences. The atmosphere is perceived as modern, laid-back, intimate, and exclusive, making it a standout three-star dining experience. Many reviewers highlight the chef's genius in elevating ingredients and balancing dishes.
Additional Details
Originally founded as a wine bar in 2001, Rutz transformed into a restaurant under the direction of Executive Chef Marco Müller. The establishment is family-run by owners Anja and Carsten Schmidt. In 2024, Rutz celebrated its 23rd birthday and Marco Müller's 20th anniversary with the restaurant.
The restaurant is open Monday to Friday from 6:00 pm, with the last reservation taken at 7:30 pm. Given its three-Michelin-star status and high demand, it is highly recommended to make reservations well in advance.
It was a beautiful and very interesting gastronomic experience with sophisticated dishes and truly attentive, professional service. The trout dish was definitely the highlight for me absolutely incredible, although it tasted quite similar to the rabbit course, so there wasn’t much contrast between the two. I also really enjoyed the sand carrot, the dessert, and the wine selection, which was thoughtfully curated and paired very well with the menu.
On the other hand, the oyster course was a disappointment for me, and the presentation with the plastic decoration didn’t feel like the best choice either it came across a bit distracting considering the otherwise elegant concept of the entire experience. The lamb course also didn’t really stand out and felt like the weakest dish compared to the rest of the menu.
Overall, it was definitely an interesting fine dining experience worth trying for the atmosphere and excellent service, but personally, I probably wouldn’t return for a second visit.
Dining at Rutz was one of the most memorable culinary experiences I’ve had in Berlin. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere felt special but still relaxed and welcoming. The restaurant has a modern, elegant design, and the staff made me feel comfortable right away.
The tasting menu was truly impressive. Each dish arrived beautifully presented, almost like a small piece of art. What stood out most was the creativity of the flavors. Many of the ingredients were local and seasonal, yet the chef transformed them into something completely unique. Every course felt carefully thought out, with surprising combinations that worked perfectly together.
The service was outstanding throughout the evening. The staff explained each dish in detail and were very knowledgeable about the wine pairings. Their passion for the food and wine really added to the experience and made the meal feel more personal.
What I loved most about Rutz is that despite its three Michelin stars, it doesn’t feel intimidating. Instead, it feels like a place where you can truly enjoy food, discover new flavors, and spend a special evening. It’s definitely a restaurant I would recommend to anyone who wants to experience one of the best fine-dining restaurants in Berlin.
Absolutely amazing experience. I was super sick that day but couldn’t cancel on time, I’m glad I didn’t. Even tho I wasn’t at my 100% the flavours in every dish were amazing!! Technically perfect, not much they can improve tbh. All the temperatures, textures, techniques were executed perfectly. Service super friendly and attentive, timing between every dish was long enough to enjoy the company and the place but not to long. It took us 4 hours to go through the tasting menu, but time flew! Nice detail with the soap, every time I use it and smell it, reminds me the restaurant. Amazing experience! Thank you!
It was an amazing experience! Can really tell that the chef put their hearts into creating something different for the guest. A mix of interesting taste and texture. And as the staff explained, the food was not heavy. Definitely recommend! (Forgot to take a fish dish photo…)
Rutz is just great! Very nice staff, super friendly and always a smile on their faces. We took our kids for dinner and it was no problem at all, they even made special food for them. The wine service was super friendly and very attentive. Food was simply amazing, we chose the Berlin Size Menu, wich was perfect in size and amount of dishes. We loved the easy going atmosphere which made it very easy to enjoy 3 star Michelin with our small kids.
The ambiance is modern but not cold.
It’s highly recommended, we loved it and we will come back. Thank you!
