Inventive Italian-Peruvian tasting menus with standout flavors and engaged chef presence; excellent food with occasional slow service and a casual room for the price.
136 Berlin exemplifies grade A standards through exceptional food quality anchored by inventive Italian-Peruvian technique and standout seafood execution. Engaged, personable service with thoughtful dish explanations elevates the experience, while reliable execution across visits reinforces its standing among the region's finest dining establishments. Extended pacing on busy nights and modest room design relative to price prevent a higher grade, but the creative cuisine and destination-worthy cooking make this a must-visit for adventurous diners.
One caveat: Pacing can be slow; several diners reported 3.5–4 hour dinners