This is the reason locals queue at Hamy. The curry broth is fragrant and balanced — neither too spicy nor too mild — made fresh daily with proper curry paste and bone broth. Noodles come soft, chicken is tender, and the broth coats everything evenly. At 4.90 EUR, this is one of Berlin's best-value meals.
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This curry soup is the reason to come. It's authentic, generous, and costs less than 5 EUR. Get it every time.
To drink, Hamy offers Vietnamese iced coffee (dripped coffee over sweetened condensed milk) and Thai iced tea. Both are traditional and satisfying, and they cost 2.40-3 EUR. Coffee lovers swear by the coffee; tea drinkers equally praise the tea.
Tips from diners
Pair your curry with Vietnamese iced coffee — it's a classic combination and costs less than 3 EUR.
Hamy accommodates vegetarian diners by making the curry broth with vegetable stock and loading the bowl with fresh or stir-fried vegetables instead of meat. The broth loses none of its depth — it's still aromatic and balanced — making this a rare affordable, authentic vegetarian option in Berlin.
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Hamy serves proper vegetarian curry soups, not an afterthought. The broth is still delicious and the vegetables are fresh.
For diners who prefer rice over noodles, Hamy offers rice dishes with similar curry or meat toppings. The rice is fluffy, the meat or vegetables are stir-fried with a light hand, and it arrives quickly. These are less famous than the curry soups but equally good value.
Tips from diners
If you want something faster than a soup and lighter than curry, go for the rice dishes — they're equally affordable and arrive in minutes.
A variation on the signature curry that swaps beef for chicken. The beef is more tender than you'd expect at this price point, and the broth remains the star. Many diners prefer beef here because it cooks down into the broth more effectively, adding richness.
Tips from diners
Try the beef version if chicken feels repetitive — the flavors are similar but the beef melts into the broth differently.
Hamy Café is one of Berlin's most beloved hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese spots, serving authentic soups, curries, and rice dishes at prices that feel impossible — most mains cost 4.90 EUR. The kitchen makes everything fresh daily, with a focus on traditional soups (especially curry-forward broths) and simple stir-fried rice or noodle dishes. Hamy sits in the boundary between Kreuzberg and Neukölln, in a plain neighborhood spot that attracts Vietnamese families, students, and locals seeking genuine, affordable Vietnamese food.
Hamy is cash only — bring cash or find an ATM nearby. Card payments are not accepted.
Hamy opens at noon daily and closes at midnight. Lunch (12-2pm) is when the Vietnamese community eats here. Dinner (after 5pm) brings a mix of locals and tourists.
The space is tiny and packed — seating is limited and waits can be 10-15 minutes during peak hours. Go early or expect to stand or wait outside.
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