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Emma Pea is a vibrant nightclub and live music venue nestled within the bustling RAW-Gelände cultural complex at Revaler Str. 99, 10245 Berlin, Germany. Located in the heart of Friedrichshain, the RAW terrain is a renowned hotspot for alternative culture, street art, and nightlife, with Emma Pea standing out as both a music club and a popular vegetarian bistro. The venue’s distinctive atmosphere—a blend of underground Berlin creativity and relaxed community vibes—has grown from its early roots as a laid-back eatery serving fresh vegetarian cuisine to become an integral player in the city’s nightlife scene, particularly for aficionados of groove-heavy, danceable music.

Over the years, Emma Pea has cultivated a reputation as an inclusive, open-minded space welcoming a diverse crowd, from dedicated clubbers to international travelers seeking an authentic Berlin experience. Its character is shaped by Berlin’s dynamic music and arts culture, hosting events that encompass genres from funk, soul, disco, and house to live jazz, hip-hop, and world music. The venue takes pride in remaining relatively intimate compared to Berlin’s mega-clubs, focusing instead on community, warmth, and an unwavering love for music.

Structurally, Emma Pea’s space has evolved alongside the wider development of RAW-Gelände; expansions and renovations have occurred, yet the venue has remained in its original location, always preserving its distinctive industrial charm and accessibility within the vast collection of artistic spaces in RAW. Over the years, Emma Pea has served as a springboard for emerging talents as well as a beloved home for veteran performers, both reflecting and shaping the musical currents of Berlin’s famously eclectic nightlife. Notable artists who have graced Emma Pea’s stage include international acts such as Kon, Ali Shaheed Muhammad (A Tribe Called Quest), Sadar Bahar, and Nightmares on Wax, alongside local Berlin heroes like Daniel W.

Best, Delfonic, Suff Daddy, and the Beatkollektiv collective, ensuring a diverse mix of sounds that has cemented the club’s position as a hidden gem in Berlin’s ever-evolving music landscape.