FACIL

A real oasis of calm in the middle of Berlin! Up here on the fifth floor of The Mandala Hotel, diners can sit on the pleasant little terrace amid the chestnut trees and fountain. It belongs to this elegant, light and airy rooftop garden restaurant, where even inside you almost feel like you're outdoors thanks to the all-round floor-to-ceiling windows. Beautiful bamboo plants give a nod to Asia. As well as the great location, Facil also boasts incredible food courtesy of Michael Kempf (culinary director) and Joachim Gerner (chef de cuisine). Rooted in classical cooking, it also skilfully integrates Asian and Mediterranean influences. Creative dishes brimming with flavours and aromas. All this is rounded off by the smart, professional service.

Berlin's first culinary oasis on a rooftop terrace

• FACIL is described as Berlin's first culinary oasis, a long-running concept since 2001, housed on the rooftop of The Mandala Hotel near Potsdamer Platz.

A rooftop garden dining experience with indoor-outdoor feel

• Dinner takes place on a glass-walled rooftop terrace with chestnut trees, fountains, and bamboo, creating an outdoor ambience even while indoors.

Cooking & Patisserie Classes run by the FACIL team

• The restaurant offers cooking and patisserie courses led by Master Chef Michael Kempf and his team, a distinctive offering for a Michelin-starred venue.

Signature Ingredients

• Arctic char (Saibling) with Spreewald cucumber (Spreewaldgurke): A hallmark pairing reflecting FACIL's emphasis on regional, fresh seafood and crisp, clean flavors. The restaurant's lunch menu references Saibling with Spreewaldgurke, highlighting the local Spreewald cucumber and a light preparation that lets the fish shine.
• Wagyu ham (Wagyushinken): A signature protein component used in dishes such as poached egg with Wagyu ham, illustrating FACIL's use of premium Wagyu to add depth and luxurious savor to refined contemporary courses.
• Guinea fowl: Featured as a roasted roulade without bones on the 8-course menu, signaling the kitchen's refined poultry preparations and elegant flavor pairing.
• Head cheese and tripe with lemon and coconut: An example of how traditional offal is elevated with bright citrus and coconut notes, signifying FACIL's inventive approach to texture and aroma through citrus and tropical elements.