Last summer (2023), many of us were drawn to Plänterwald when Jessica-Joyce Sidon served up the tastiest bratwurst and most addictive potatoes we’ve ever eaten, in her new beer garden “Zum Anleger — Eierhäuschen”. While the beer garden is on winter break (until April 2024), Jessi is opening her restaurant Ei-12437-B (Ei for short). The restaurant is located in the red brick complex of the Eierhäuschen, which until recently was hidden behind construction fences and scaffolding. In new, but also old, splendor life is returning to the once popular restaurant and GDR landmark: an art space and restaurant, for young and old, and for all those who grew up here and have fond memories of the place. Ei will serve honest food — sustainable, modern and, yes, German with a slight French influence. Regional and seasonal dishes — such as bread dumplings in mushroom cream with wild herbs and goose ragout with sourdough pasta — are served in an amazing setting. The building features high ceilings, playful architecture, an open bar made of granite, and light-catching brass. In summer you can move outdoors and take a seat on their spacious terrace. You’ll also find a drinks menu with delicious wines brought to you by Europe’s young winegrowers, draught beer from the Barnimer Brauhaus, and an ever-changing cocktail menu. And for those who enjoyed Dry January so much they’ve decided to make it a dry 2024, you’ll also find homemade lemonade, non-alcoholic wine, fresh juice and tea on the menu. Jessi and her team also offer tailor-made menus for personal events — whether private or corporate catering, product launches or wedding celebrations, at Ei anything is possible.
Text: Robyn Steffen / Photos: Marina Hoppmann
Ei-12437-B, Kiehnwerderallee 2, 12437 Berlin–Plänterwald; map
Wed–Sun 10–17h (Lunch 12–15h), Fri+Sat 18–24h (Dinner 18–22h)
@ei.berlin
