Hops Barley - Berlin

The guy behind the bar was most excellent. Funny with quite a bit of friendly sarcasm. Lovely vibe and recommend if in area. read more The guy behind the bar was most excellent. Funny with quite a bit of friendly sarcasm. Lovely vibe and recommend if in area.

I do not drink any alcohol BUT hear me out: my little niece (5) accidentally smashed her head at the construction site right outside of Hops Barley. The staff h... read more I do not drink any alcohol BUT hear me out: my little niece (5) accidentally smashed her head at the construction site right outside of Hops Barley. The staff has been extremely helpful and kind. They provided us with icecubes, towels, and comforting lemonade. Full points to these amazing people!

Stopped in for a beer as was staying nearby. Great vibe, lots of locals and sublime beer selection. The staff very kindly accepted my beginner German but I noti... read more Stopped in for a beer as was staying nearby. Great vibe, lots of locals and sublime beer selection. The staff very kindly accepted my beginner German but I notice the menu has English explainers in too.

Excellent beers, great cider and a warm welcome from the Aussie crew. We tried the cider and the unfiltered lager which were both excellent. Was here a few year... read more Excellent beers, great cider and a warm welcome from the Aussie crew. We tried the cider and the unfiltered lager which were both excellent. Was here a few years ago and it seems to get better.

Typical Berlin experience bar in Friedrichshain. It 's a bit crowded and noisy so you have to arrive early to be seated, but I really liked the atmosphere. Unfo... read more Typical Berlin experience bar in Friedrichshain. It 's a bit crowded and noisy so you have to arrive early to be seated, but I really liked the atmosphere. Unfortunately there 's a smoker room so the inside smells like smoke, which I am not a fan of. They have great beer though and I even found a really good IPA! The area is great too if you want to check out several places and there 's lots of food options nearby.