Masteca E Tasi - Berlin

In the thicket of fast-food outlets and cheap restaurants in the Ostkreuz district, Masteca e tassi is a rare exception. But even without its less-than-stellar... read more In the thicket of fast-food outlets and cheap restaurants in the Ostkreuz district, Masteca e tassi is a rare exception. But even without its less-than-stellar surroundings, the star of this small, unassuming restaurant would shine brightly. For me, it 's always a revelation. Every plate is a culinary masterpiece: lovingly and skillfully prepared, creatively composed, and beautifully presented. Fresh, high-quality ingredients go hand in hand with a special style of cooking that you wouldn 't expect from a self-taught chef. Anyone looking for outstanding Italian cuisine—beyond pizza and pasta with cream—should pay Masteca a visit. With Giulia and Giordano, you always feel welcome and leave with the feeling that there must be a food god after all. But be warned: reservations are a must! There are very few tables, and they are rarely empty.

A very tasty little menu, plus attentive service! The portions are a bit small for the higher prices. The seating is quite cramped in the small restaurant, and... read more A very tasty little menu, plus attentive service! The portions are a bit small for the higher prices. The seating is quite cramped in the small restaurant, and the bright lighting makes it feel a little uncomfortable, but that, like many things, is a matter of taste.

A small, nice and very tidy restaurant. The prices are a bit high and the portions are a bit small (but not as small as on the website! but the quality is high... read more A small, nice and very tidy restaurant. The prices are a bit high and the portions are a bit small (but not as small as on the website! but the quality is high and the care perhaps even more. We will be back with pleasure.

A very tasty menu, along with attentive service! The portions are a bit small for the high prices. Seating in the small shop is quite cramped, and the bright li... read more A very tasty menu, along with attentive service! The portions are a bit small for the high prices. Seating in the small shop is quite cramped, and the bright lighting makes it feel a bit uncomfortable, but like many things, that's a matter of taste.

In the thicket of snack bars and cheap restaurants in the Ostkreuz neighborhood, Masteca e tassi is an exception. But even without the substandard neighborhood,... read more In the thicket of snack bars and cheap restaurants in the Ostkreuz neighborhood, Masteca e tassi is an exception. But even without the substandard neighborhood, the star of this small, inconspicuous-from-the-outside restaurant would shine brightly. It 's always a revelation for me. Every plate is a culinary masterpiece: lovingly and skillfully prepared, creatively arranged, and beautifully decorated. Fresh, high-quality ingredients go hand in hand with a special style of cooking that you wouldn 't expect from a self-taught chef. Anyone seeking outstanding Italian cuisine—beyond pizza and pasta with cream—should pay Masteca a visit. At Giulia and Giordano 's, you always feel at home and go home with the feeling that there must be a food god. But be careful: make a reservation! There are very few tables, and they 're rarely empty.