The Greens - Coffee & Plants
Mitte
Botanic café-shop housed in Berlin's former State Mint, combining an industrial setting with abundant plant life. Features specialty coffee, vegan treats, and an integrated plant store with urban gardening project.
Setting
Occupying a section of the historic Alte Münze (former State Mint), this 2018-established venue integrates into a creative hub near the Spree River. The industrial architecture provides a striking contrast to the interior's botanical elements.
Concept
- Dual-function space merging café and plant retail
- Self-service format with cashless payment system
- Integration with on-site urban gardening project cultivating herbs and wildflowers
Interior Design
- Collaborative design featuring work from Alte Münze's resident artists and craftsmen
- Contrast between raw industrial surfaces and abundant plant life
- Multiple seating configurations including hidden sofa area
- Outdoor terrace in industrial courtyard setting
Culinary Offering
- Coffee program using Berlin-roasted 19 Grams beans
- Botanical-influenced beverages including colored lattes (beetroot, blue)
- House-made vegan selections:
- Banana bread
- Gluten-free cheesecakes
- Fresh-baked cookies
Environmental Approach
- Sourcing from organic suppliers (Terra Naturkost)
- On-site honey production
- Local producer partnerships
Technical Details
- WiFi enabled space
- Laptop use restricted in main café area
- Sunday operations
- English-speaking staff