Arriving at this restaurant is all about the approach. I recommend coming by bike from Gleisdreieck, as at its top end lies Lok6. This way is the most rewarding for all the senses: the eye can revel in the urban landscape of railroad tracks and residential buildings, which form a pleasantly calm backdrop. Time your arrival for sunset if you can. In the warm, rusty-red interior of the restaurant, taste buds are spoiled. Chef Julia Heifer combines seasonal ingredients to create exceptional small plates, which straddle the line between appetizer and main course. Formerly in the kitchen at Dóttir, today Heifer implements her New York-inspired pre-dinner concept as Lok6’s owner — which she runs together with manager Tobias Wallenstein. Those in the mood for a classic apéro can order olives or hummus, or for a summery pre-dinner snack, the burrata salad with fresh tomatoes and peaches. Craving more? Hearty dishes also make an appearance. We loved the grilled aubergine with capers and orange yoghurt sauce. Currently Lok6 closes at 9pm, which is actually ideal, as at that point the evening is still young, and the senses are already satisfied. Testing the weekend brunch here is still on our to-do list, combined with a stroll in the park for the perfect lazy Saturday afternoon. (Text: Nina Trippel / Photos (clockwise): Marlen Mueller / LOK6 / Doro Zinn)
Lok6, Am Lokdepot 6, 10965 Berlin-Schöneberg; map
Tue-Sat 12-21h
