Die Rebellion des Zimtsterns is a cute, quiet cafe close to where I live, so I was undoubtedly…read moreexcited when the website told me there are lots of vegan and vegetarian offerings.
In fact, the fellow and I were so interested that we headed over one Saturday in the early evening to check it out. Unfortunately it was closed, although the hours did say it's open later. It ended up being a good thing in retrospect, because the vegan menu isn't so good for more substantial bites. But more on that later.
I got my chance a month or so later when I was out and about early on. I headed over to the cafe and made my way up the couple of steps inside. The interior is pretty and cozy, with light wood, an array of seating and a backdrop of bright green walls.
I had a coffee and a pastry, although it seemed there were only one or two vegan options. The lunch menu also looked good, but again, a lot of vegetarian options. I read one of the complimentary magazines while I was there, picked up a copy of the most recent Ex-Berliner on my way out, and was done.
I returned again last week and had an even better experience. In the late afternoon, the place was packed, but the vibe was still relaxed and friendly. There were plenty of vegan options, and the hardest part was choosing which to have. I eventually opted for the apple strudel, accompanied by a soy hot chocolate.
My impression of this place is that it's a better kaffee and kuchen type establishment than full-blown restaurant, but for veg people, it's at least worth checking out.
