BEN RAHIM
Mitte
Specialty coffee shop fusing Berlin coffee culture with Tunisian influences, housed in a historic Art Nouveau courtyard. Features traditional Turkish coffee preparation, signature rose-cardamom drinks, and Tunisian-inspired pastries.
Overview
Established in 2015 by Tunisian-born Ben Rahim, this specialty coffee destination occupies a restored space in the Hackesche Höfe's sixth courtyard. The 2019 expansion into an adjacent former clothing shop enabled a more comprehensive cultural hub concept.
Design
The interior merges Berlin minimalism with Middle Eastern elements:
- 48-sided geometric pendant lamp as central feature
- Persian rugs and Islamic tessellated tiles
- Portland-gray walls and floorboards
- Horseshoe-shaped window seating arrangement
- Hand-selected furnishings sourced from Berlin and abroad
Coffee Program
- Turkish-style coffee preparation, rare in Berlin's coffee scene
- Signature drinks including Rose Cardamom Latte and Tunisian Sunrise
- Traditional ibrik coffee service
- House blend roasted locally in Berlin
Culinary Offerings
Tunisian-influenced menu featuring:
- Sidi Bou baklava
- Casablanca cake
- Carthago cookies
- Specialty croissants filled with harissa or halwa chamia
- Traditional shakshuka
Cultural Elements
- West African soundtrack featuring Tuareg and jazz
- Cross-cultural coffee service methodology
- International presence with an outpost in Tunis