“Kawaii” is the word that comes to mind upon entering Nihombashi, a recent addition to the Weinbergsweg restaurant drag brought to you by the team behind Yumcha Heroes, Long March Canteen and Roy & Pris. Bold black and squiggles dance around hand-painted fish on the walls and low-hanging red lamps offset revolving candyfloss pink seats, evoking a retro food court feel. Despite the light-hearted and laid-back interior, however, Nihombashi takes its food seriously. The extensive menu is divided into sushi and Kushiyaki (skewers), and reads like a comprehensive primer of the classics. Portions are generous and fuss-free, allowing the top quality of the fish to take centre stage. Tradition doesn’t come without a twist here, however — we savored the vegetarian Caterpillar Kaburimaki Roll (yellow carrot, sweet potato, snow peas and chipotle sauce wrapped in avocado) and the mango salad with coriander, lime and chilli. With its feel-good interior and melt-in-your-mouth food, this little establishment is big on good vibes, and fast becoming a favorite. (Text: Anna Dorothea Ker / Photos (clockwise): Nihombashi Berlin / Susanna Glitscher)
Nihombashi, Weinbergsweg 4, 10119 Berlin-Mitte; map
Daily 12-24h
