What began as a popular supper club has found a permanent home on Auguststraße, Berlin Mitte: Bardele opened at the end of November 2024. Dishes from various Italian regions await you here, fused with contemporary Berlin design and the nostalgic charm of classic Italian gastronomy. The restaurant, founded by chef Tyler Hanse and restaurateur Ben Berman, serves handmade pasta, seasonal ingredients and finely curated drinks. The name Bardele is inspired by a pasta shape that originated in Lombardy, where Tyler began his chef training. His cuisine is a declaration of love for the diversity of Italy. Using traditional but lesser-known techniques, he creates dishes that surprise without compromising nostalgia. The menu follows the traditional structure from antipasti to dessert but is by no means predictable: Primi includes ricotta gnocchi, for example, served with seasonal accents such as chestnuts or peas. Main courses, such as a half or whole roast chicken and homemade sausages, are sourced from Brandenburg farms, while the charcuterie platter combines regional products with Italian DOP products. The dedication to craftsmanship is reflected at the bar too: in addition to perfect negronis and an exquisite wine selection, homemade vermouth and liqueur creations will soon be on the menu as well.
The restaurant’s interior was designed in collaboration with Milanese designer Davide Rizzo and pays homage to the decades-old traditions of northern Italian trattorias. A sky-blue marble counter, 1960s Venetian chandeliers and custom-made mirrors create an atmosphere that’s timeless yet modern. There is also a shelf featuring Tyler’s extensive cookbook collection — including “The Talisman Italian Cook Book” by Ada Boni, which holds a particularly special place in Tyler’s heart. Bardele invites you to experience all Italy has to offer. It stands for honest quality, served in a place set to grow in the future: with memories and stories of the guests, but also with further development of the space and the dishes themselves.
Text: Robyn Steffen / Photos: Robyn Steffen, Yoni Nimroad
Bardele, Auguststr.36, 10119 Berlin–Mitte; map
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