Wiener Feinbäckerei Heberer

Franzbrötchen at Friedrichstraße Station—A Leaner Take on a Northern Classic

In Berlin, the Franzbrötchen is far less controversial than in its native Hamburg—it’s offered at nearly every bakery, making comparisons easy. At Wiener Feinbäckerei Heberer, located in the main hall of Bahnhof Friedrichstraße, a Franzbrötchen costs €2.40.

This version is a bit puffier, with a dough that’s less moist and greasy than many competitors’. Some might prefer it that way, though personally, I find it a little too light. The shop is open weekdays from 4:30 AM to 9:00 PM.