Rather dainty: the Grace restaurant in the Hotel Zoo on Berlin’s Kurfürstendamm. The mix of historic building, comfy fauteuils with velvet and leather covers, inviting upholstered benches and tables set with white cloths radiate a glamorous feeling. Grace Kelly would look perfect in this setting? Rest assured: the name of this place is no coincidence.
The atmosphere is emphasized by a smart lighting concept. Light spots, chandeliers and candles add a festive touch to the room. Bird cages hanging from the ceiling are a reference to the restaurant’s neighbor: the zoo Zoologischer Garten.
The menu features aromas that are as exotic as the animal kingdom next door is diverse. Traditional and foreign flavors melt to create a unique taste: you can find Main Lobster with yuto, cilantro and Espelette or filet of beef with sautéed pak choi and fermented cocoa beans.
Special Tips
After dining, it is time to move to the eggplant colored counter of the Grace Bar to follow through with the concept of dining & drinking.
Architecture
The original building was designed by Alfred Messel, who is also responsible for Berlin’s Pergamon museum.
Interior Design
Dayna Lee, New York & Los Angeles
