Le Cochon Bourgeois

Known for its refined atmosphere, this new restaurant in one of the more upmarket parts of Kreuzberg is frequented by a lively mix of businessmen, politicians and eccentric arty types. Specialising in French haute cuisine, the menu includes dozens of simple but exquisitely prepared specialities such as quail salad and mushrooms and halibut and capers. A lot of effort also appears to have gone into the furnishings, which include an ornate ceramic oven and old wooden furniture.