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Wonderful restaurant. The waiters are older gentlemen who are kind and good with the speed of service. The food was very good and delicious. The pork knuckle with fried bacon potatoes was exquisite, a must try. It was much bigger than I expected but worth the money and fantastic. Mind that after 5:30PM, it gets crowded with long queues outside, as this is a super popular place. Atmosphere is mid but the tasty food and staff make up for it. Enjoy.

Peters Brauhaus – A True Taste of Cologne’s Tradition If you’re looking for an authentic German dining experience in Cologne, Peters Brauhaus is an absolute must-visit. The moment you walk in, you can feel the soul of the place — it’s clearly a historic and beloved restaurant, full of character, warmth, and tradition. I was genuinely blown away by the quality of the food. Everything tasted like it came straight from a local family kitchen, made with care and history behind every bite. I had the mashed potatoes with turkey, sauerkraut, roasted vegetables, and crispy fried potatoes — every single item was perfectly seasoned, full of flavor, and absolutely delicious. You can tell that this place takes pride in every dish they serve. The restaurant was bustling with guests, and what stood out was that it wasn’t just tourists — it was full of local people who clearly love and respect this place. That alone says a lot. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, Peters Brauhaus captures the true spirit of Cologne’s culinary culture. Amazing atmosphere, excellent service, and food you’ll be dreaming about long after you’ve left.

A restaurant in the center of Cologne near the Dom. I had the authentic "Rheinischer Sauerbraten," which was a delight: the marinated meat saturated my taste buds, not at all acidic. The cabbage had an overwhelming and tasty flavor. All washed down with rivers of Kölsch beer. The elderly waiter, who speaks very good English (and Italian), was extremely kind and had amusing jokes. You absolutely should pay a visit here, it's inevitable.

We had a great evening. The kölsch was quite good but sadly they don't brew it themselves (apparently they used to make beer back in the days but not anymore). Apple strudel was quite good. Highly recommend making a reservation beforehand.

Bratwurst: a bit dry and firm (overcooked?) but nice enough Potato salad: very nice Kolsch beer: nice Strudel: a bit dry and bland but ok Service: very good Atmosphere: lovely Price: fair Friday evening, busy, but all staff seemed helpful and in a good mood. Likewise, the diners - everyone pleased with their meals. This was brauhaus number three, for me, and it compared favourably. Recommend.

its actually impressively good! i really liked the food and the atmosphere is quite cool. all deserts are literally magnificent and the main dishes that my family ordered were really good:) the sausages are also very good!! really recommend.

Welcoming atmosphere with a less than 10min wait around 1930 on a Monday evening. Service was ok but had an odd interaction with one waiter who seemed to refuse to get me a custard with my apple strudel even though I ordered it along with the ice cream and whipped cream, thought he was joking at first but it did not come. After 10mins managed to get the attention of our main waiter who realised it was missing and got it right away. But not a reason to not give 5 stars as food was very nice with generous portions. Had the halve Hahn for starters, beef with raisin sauce and dumplings and turkey for mains, apple strudel and windbeute for dessert. Very nice decor. Definitely recommend.

Very solid experience at this Brauhaus. I went twice on my trip and the food was great both times. A delicious (and huge) grilled pork knuckle; very flavorful and melt-in-your mouth Himmel und Ääd (blood sausage with buttery mash and chunky apple sauce). Taking a point off for the service, which was mixed. When I went in the evening, the server was quite amiable and spoke some English and tried to be helpful. When I went at lunchtime the server was curt, didn’t speak much at all, and had an attitude like he’d rather be doing anything than serving you (and this at 11:30am around opening!) I think with a bit of server training and accountability, this restaurant could be one of the best in the Dom area.

Strategic place to have a restaurant. Right in front of the cathedral. Is a casual vibe, and I didn’t order something big. But the meatball and the pretzel were good. The service was great. The young lady with the ponytails was extremely nice and helped me choose something to eat.

I had a great experience at Gaffel am Dom. They serve authentic local beer that keeps coming, paired with tasty German dishes that fit the vibe perfectly. The place has a fantastic traditional atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer and enjoy the moment. I really loved the energy and the overall experience here.

Busy and vibrant restaurants with a very convenient location to the Cologne Cathedral. Food was good. Seemed a bit touristy (we were tourists and eating there so not in a bad way.) so if you’re looking for a more local vibe check elsewhere.

Absolutely loved it here. We sat outside overlooked by the cathedral soaking up the sun but there was also plenty of seating indoors if you preferred that. The staff here were great and very quick to keep your glass topped up which we liked probably a bit too much but the beer was incredible. Although we didn’t have food, plenty round us did and it looked decent. We had several visits here so definitely one of the better bars in the city centre!!

The best food experience we had in Cologne thanks to delicious food, excellent service and great view over Cologne’s largest ( literally) attraction: Cologne cathedral. We wanted to try local dishes and here was almost everything to be found except for Rheinischen Sauerbraten which we found at another restaurant with less good service. Let’s talk about Gaffel am Dom service. We had this charming waiter who was fast, efficient, firm with do and don’ts - always with a smile and humorous attitude. We like the straight forward attitude that is efficient and no fuss. Especially when packaged with a smile and a gentle hand such as this guy. The routine of refilling Kölsch went smoothly and we just love how refreshing and easily the beer slips down the throat. Served in small glasses it never had a chance of getting lukewarm.

- Best pork knuckle ever. Crispy skin with tender meat. - Service can be improved, customers need find their own seats

Enjoyed a late lunch and kolsch beer at this 170 year old brewery. It was busy but seated immediately. The kolsch flows as it should in Cologne. The large currywurst was just that large. Excellent flavor sausage with sauce and thick fries. The gnocchi was in a rich tomato sauce with perfect seasoning and spicy. It was a wonderful stop.

My 5th brauhaus experience and the best. However, that might just be because it was a Saturday night and even some locals said that the live music was an unexpected bonus. SUPER busy, but they kept me watered while I waited and I ended up sharing a table with a lovely couple. As per every brauhaus, the food is tasty, comes quickly, and is a good portion. Also, reasonable value for money. Table service is a lovely thing, and was both efficient and friendly. Highly recommended!

**Restaurant Review: Mühlen Kölsch** Tucked away in an unassuming, weathered building, Mühlen Kölsch has been serving authentic German cuisine since 1858. The entrance is a unique experience—guests pass through antique wooden revolving doors covered by thick curtains, briefly plunging them into darkness before stepping directly into the bustling dining area. The atmosphere is rustic and historic, with aged wooden tables and walls adorned with nostalgic photographs of Germany’s past. Seating is informal, with the nearest server guiding guests to an open spot. The service is efficient and quintessentially German—beers arrive almost immediately, so if you prefer otherwise, be sure to decline upfront. Refills come regularly, maintaining the lively, traditional beer hall feel. The food is nothing short of excellent. A crisp side salad with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots, dressed in a tangy, French-inspired dressing, was a refreshing start. The potato soup, rich and velvety, paired perfectly with crusty bread, ideal for dipping. For the main courses, the rump steak was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, topped with a flavorful herbed butter, and accompanied by crispy potatoes and a small side salad. The roast pork cutlet was a standout—tender and smothered in a thick, savory gravy reminiscent of a comforting Thanksgiving meal. Mühlen Kölsch delivers on its promise of authentic German cuisine with hearty portions, traditional flavors, and an old-world ambiance. For those seeking an immersive German dining experience with excellent service and history-rich surroundings, this spot is a must-visit.

Very local restaurant, friendly staff and good service. Food was very delicious, the crispy pork knuckle was to the point. The chicken salad was also tasty. Kölsches wasser with different flavour was also great. Good price quality food👍 Highly recommended!

Really nice restaurant and (bier) brewery near Köln city centre; not too expensive when compared to other similar restaurants, the plates are big and served fast. The service is nice to costumers, but the beer choices are not as many as expected. Overall, I would recommend

Great traditional restaurant. Lots of variety of food and alcohol. Staff is very friendly. Not expensive.

Ordered shredded pork knuckle for lunch off regular menu. Pork was dry with not much flavor, red cabbage had way too much nutmeg and best tasting was brat kartofel for a price of 20 euros. We ordered 2 salad with chicken nuggets but gave us fish nuggets instead which is not even on the menu. They fixed but half our group was finished while the other 2 ate. It was ok, but would not go back

The beer, atmosphere, and service were excellent. The schnitzel was also delicious, but the lack of sauce made it feel a bit dry. Beer is served in a standard 20cl glass, but if you finish it, they automatically bring you a new one. If you don't want one, just let them know.

A true taste of German gastronomy. The meal was hearty and filling — tender meat, potatoes, dumplings, apple sauce, and rich thick gravy. The highlight was the local beer on tap, smooth with a slight sweetness, perfectly matching the food. The ambiance felt like an old German tavern, warm and lively with many patrons enjoying their time. A wonderful dining experience.

The staffs were very friendly and polite. The Kölsch were fresh and light. The pork knuckle was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The portion was huge, as expected, so we also ordered a salad to pair with the pork knuckle and it makes for a more balanced meal! All in all a good experience ☺️

The place is awesome, the service staff is very friendly and heart welcoming, but the food wasn’t that good, the pork knuckle has strong pork taste like it was old, so thats why we dont like it. The other dish was kind of ok. The thing that we were sharing table with two strangers was kind of weird for us and that ruined the idea of little time for ourselves

Do not eat here, bad food, bad service. First off we were greeted by the crankiest waiter, kids were screaming and running around the terrace and knocking into chairs while doing it for at least 10 minutes until they left. We then ordered the potatosoup, the schweinschnitzel and the ofenfrischer schweinebraten. The schnitzel should not have been called a schnitzel - this was the fattest clump of meat ever, not thin at all and very greasy, very small for what a schnitzel should be in Germany (yesterday we ate somewhere where it was at least twice as big, whilst being cheaper). The bread served with the potatosoup was burnt and the ofenfrischer schweinebraten was too dry to chew, with the sauce being gloopy and relatively cold. (We did not have to pay for this after discussing it with the manager, since we did not even eat more than 3 bites.) Drinks were ok, fries were fine, soup was fine... just not outstanding in the slightest. Not worth the effort not the price.

Food was a bit salty, but generally is good. Multi level restaurant, even some at underground. If you are first time here, you probably dont know where to go and what to do. So crowded with people walking here and there, and you really have to hunt for a table even for 2, after trying and waiting for more than 20minutes, finally we have a seat. Then another waiting for staff to serve you. Which multiple call for waiter, but all keep telling you wait a minutes, later my colleague will come to you, or said this table is not under me, shall be handle by someone else Then finally a young guy name Toberio holzer, He is empathy and asking if there is anyone serve us yet and offer his help to take order and taking care our dining. The stars I gave increase immediately with this person serving me. To the owner, please take good promotion of this staff. He is great ! You need more people like this to work for you. Otherwise, I will not be back again.

So much fun dining here. Food is good (typical German food) and the beer is amazing and so fresh ... The staff here is one of the service crew I have experienced in Europe. You will never run out of beer to drink.

Not the best, not the worst We had dinner here tonight. The local dishes on the menu looked appealing, and at first we were helped very kindly by the staff. Despite the busy evening, our food arrived fairly quickly. The flavor of my dish was decent, but the meat was quite dry and tough. My mother’s schnitzel also didn’t taste fresh. When we mentioned this, the staff handled it well and even offered us a complimentary dessert to share. However, when it came time to pay, we decided not to leave a tip because the food simply wasn’t good. The waiter reacted rather annoyed and somewhat offended, which didn’t feel appropriate. Perhaps we were just unlucky with our meals, as other dishes we saw looked fine. Still, the waiter’s behavior regarding the tip left a negative impression.

Great service, amazing food, atmosphere really warm. We've had a lovely lunch here and should we end up in Köln again I will be absolutely coming back. Food was authentic, short wait, restaurant is really clean, all the staff we have spoken to have been delightful. Couldn't have had a better experience. Thank you

Wonderful service and amazing food! My Schnitzel was so large, I think it was bigger than my entire head! But it was absolutely delicious even though I could not possibly finish it. Our server was Christian and he was very funny and very excellent service! The beer glasses were refilled so quickly! As a Canadian, I approve of this method! Kölle Alaaf!!!

The pork knuckle in Cologne is truly exceptional, and the beer is also quite enjoyable. Additionally, the waiter provides excellent service and is proficient in English.

It has, I realise, been something of a week of cliché for anyone who’s been masochistic enough to read my recent reviews. A dreary parade of the obvious, the tried and tested, the meat-and-potatoes (and sauerkraut) of travel food writing. And I’m not about to let you off the hook just yet, because this sorry trajectory continued, unrepentant, with a visit to Cologne. Germany. Now, I adore the Germans. They’re essentially the British, but with better punctuality, better trains, and worse weather. Like us, they love football, beer, and meat, although they at least have the decency to admit it. On this trip, I managed to tick all three. There was a football stadium (tick), many, many beers (double tick), and enough meat to choke a Bavarian stag party. And the scene for this gastronomic box-ticking? Gilden Im Zims. A grand old beer hall on the main square of Cologne. The sort of place that smacks you round the chops with its authenticity, gives you a bear hug of Gemütlichkeit, and plonks a litre of something cold, amber, and foaming in front of you before you’ve even taken off your bobble hat. Though, being Cologne, these weren’t litres but the local Kölsch, which arrives in slim, delicate 0.2L glasses — a little frilly, yes, but the genius of it is they just keep bloody coming. Like a German efficiency algorithm had been let loose on the beer taps. Before you even notice the glass is empty, another appears in its place. It’s like beer Tetris. And what did I eat? Well, if you think I went to a traditional Cologne beer house and didn’t order the Schweinshaxe (that’s pork knuckle to the English), you’ve clearly mistaken me for someone who owns a vegan cookbook. It arrived like Excalibur — a monstrous hunk of pig with a knife jammed through the top, daring you to pull it out and declare yourself King of the Pork People. And the thing was magnificent. The crackling shattered like sugar glass, the meat inside soft, fatty, and gloriously porcine, all slicked in a deep, savoury gravy that made me want to take off my shirt and rub it all over myself. Not that anyone would have blinked in a place like this. Inside, it straddles the line between the modern and the medieval with unnerving precision — all dark woods, gleaming brass, and the gentle hum of people slowly but inevitably slipping into a beer coma. Service? Spot on. Friendly without the forced jollity you get in some places, fast without being aggressive. They know their beer, they know their pig, they know their people. So if you find yourself in Cologne, and you want football, beer, meat, and an evening where you won’t have to make a single decision (apart from whether to undo your belt before or after dessert), Gilden Im Zims is your spot.

We had Sandra, and she was very lovely. Spoke English. We orders the Schnitzel with creamy mushroom sauce and French fries as well as the 1/4kg Bratwurst with fried potatoes. Delicious and great portions. Left full.

Allergy menu available - gluten free options. I was able to get the 1.2kg crispy pork knuckle with chips and sauerkraut and removed the sauce. Amazing food!! Very helpful staff!

Went to Braustelle for a couple of beers. Great service from the 2 waitresses keeping up with the number of people. Really enjoyed my time! :)

In a desert city with only one type of beer, this is an oasis And they're interesting as well. Not just clones of UK/US beers Happy hour Wednesdays 6-8pm!

Best beer in Cologne. Lovely welcoming service from staff. Had a nice apple juice and weisse beir

Round about 11 years ago I visited Braustelle for the first time. Since then, whenever I am in Cologne, I’ll go here for an evening full of great food and delicious beers. Various styles, including sours, stouts and barley wines manufactured in cologne’s smallest professional brewery. Recommend.

Everything in this place is good, but the service deserves a special star, it's excellent! I had never experienced this kind of service in Germany before where we never had empty glasses while staff being extremely nice, polite and proactive. I even asked if they had special training and they said no so I guess they are treated very nicely and like to work there. Became my favorite bar in Cologne instantly won I and my friends as customers, we'll be back! The food is really good too!!

Beers are fantastic (one of your only shots at a local craft brew in the city) and the food is great, all the German stodginess you want but usually with a really stunning green salad on the side. Often rather busy and quite loud. Usually very friendly staff.

Great food, great beer, very friendly staff. Quick, delicious, always a great time with great experience! One of the best breweries in Köln. Quite busy at times, but overall it has my highest recommendation!

Very good beerhouse. I did not try the beer as they are not gluten-free. My colleagues liked the beer. The dinner came fast (relatively) despite the beerhouse was full. The food was nicely served. I went for the safe gluten-free version: potatoe, sauerkraut and pork chop. The others ordered hamburgers and they looked amazing. They reay enjoyed it.

I really like their Kölsch. The food was very tasty. The staff was very friendly. I am looking forward to being back

Two visits: first was excellent, second was not. First: efficient and pleasant service and, probably, the best bratwurst I've ever had. Second: chicken schnitzel was ok, but the service was not. Efficient? Yes. Pleasant? No. It seems that using your beermat to correct the wobble of your table, when that beermat has your beer tally on it, is a capital offence. For context, it was not busy, the waitress was the only person serving my area and I'd had two 200ml beers. Despite this, I received an overlong lecture on how bad it was to destroy the tally beermat. A short clarification of local custom would have been fine, but a long/repetitive lecture was tedious, annoying, and she made it clear that, in her opinion, it was the action of a dishonest person. She 'forgave' me, on this occasion, but I'm sure she'd call the police the next time I attempted to steal more €2 beers (this is how it felt). Youth lacks experience and so can be over zealous and over simplify - that's forgivable, but there's a limit and this waitress passed it! In summary: great bratwurst, but not worth being lectured by a child and being accused of the theft of cheap beer.

Had 2 visits here whilst in Cologne. 1st visit for just drinks and second visit for food. Can't fault the service or food. Highly recommend booking a table tho because it gets RIDICULOUSLY busy..

Very atmospheric dining experience in an old brewery - they've done a great job of maintaining the old world charm of the place. Service was pretty quick and the food was really good. It's really crowded, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. The air-conditioning is a blessing on hot summer days 😁

Authentic brauhaus with great service and atmosphere. Food was good and lava cake dessert was delicious. Their kölsch was very tasty and smooth. Place was almost full and we were lucky to get seated without reservation.

Traditional brauhaus with friendly & welcoming staff. Reservations highly recommended! The menu was traditional, reasonably priced and executed perfectly. In true Köln fashion, the delicious beer is never-ending until you coaster the top. The Christmas goose breast was lovely, the schweinehaxe was fantastic & a well done schnitzel . The congenial atmosphere bursts to life as diner’s enjoy their experience. It’s a place to be & enjoy!

I had high hopes, like the Sinatra song from the Oscar nominated film "A hole in the head, circa 1959." No rubber tree plants to push over. Asked for a second Kölsch only to be told that a refill is automatic. After two I sat and waited a bit too long. Paulicarus and Boothroyd were not at all happy waiting for the food but we think the kitchen was struggling. Our food order seemed slow. Good currywurst and good Flamkuchen. A second white wine never arrived. A shame as it was a good wine but we left after a long wait for the bill. Gave a 2€ tip, he took 5!!!

A local bar/restaurant. Food was spot on, ate there twice and the Kolsch was flowing! Lots of it. If you get the chance go, the serving team were brilliant, friendly and fun y!

The food and drinks are very good, but the waiter kept forgetting to bring me my drink

Overall - 8.8/10 - Probably the best food I've had at a pub, there beers weren't bad either. Food Quality - 8.6/10 - We paid 18 euro/pp, for food. The food was fantastic and beers were good beers. Atmosphere - 8.5/10 - Nice traditional atmosphere. Value for Money - 9/10 - Very reasonably priced.

Really nice brauhaus in a quiet part of town. It was lovely to sit outside and watch the world go by. The food and beer was great, and the service very friendly with frequent kölsch replacement. So good I came back a few days later!

Old brewery specialized in Kolsch. Very good beer, and a nice atmosphere. Top service. Very clean, crisp Kolsch. The food is excellent, a bit of a traditional German kitchen with a twist. And the size of portions is appropriate.

I had a curry wurst which it was quite good but nothing special. The atmosphere is a good,same as other brauhaus. The beer was taste and easy to drink. But the bees maybe some improvements with the service. There weren’t enough waiters and the service was slow when the restaurant is full.

Not bad at all, with a modern twist. Really liked their wheat beer, but it only comes in larger glass 0.33ml, when asked for a smaller 0.20ml, waiter said that's impossible, so a bit disappointed. Overall not bad place when its quiet. As this place is in the students area and gets really busy.

I have no idea what has happened but it is not the same Hellers as it was before. Now there are barely two beers from the tap, when there was plenty in the past, including dark beers. A limited menu would not be a problem, but the quality also dropped substantially. The staff is nice though and the place still looks nice.

Lovely atmosphere, we sat here for drinks before going somewhere else for dinner. Waiters were attentive and knew English. We will be back next time we're in Cologne. Reasonable prices for food and drinks.

If you want to try something traditional this is your place. Yes meals are heavy oily and spicy.

I usually pride myself on my ability to eat large portions of food, but I'm deadly serious when I say that this restaurant put my stomach to the test. The portions were absolutely massive! It's no surprise they charge €17.50 for Pork Knuckle, Fried Potatoes and Sauerkraut. The pork knuckle was very juicy and had an abundance of tasty crackling. However, there was also surprisingly so much fat in it. I thought the Sauerkraut was tasty but the fried potatoes were ridiculously over salted, to the point where I couldn't finish them. The atmosphere was great- people were laughing and drinking all evening. The service was slow at times but usually okay; the server made up for it by being absolutely lovely and eccentric. Overall the restaurant is well decorated and nice, the food is pretty good and the waiters are enthusiastic and clearly enjoy their jobs.

Wonderful typical German tavern. Schnitzel is recommended!

This was an incredibly disappointing experience. My friends and I chose to come here for an easy dinner because the pictures online looked so cute. Upon arriving we were sat quickly and we all enjoyed the decor and atmosphere of the restaurant but it took a turn quick when we realized our waiter was not as friendly as he seemed. He recommended we get 11 beers for 8 people. 3 of which did not want to drink. We let him know we only wanted 5 and he brought out 11 anyway. When our food came out it was all low quality and not good. The grand total came out to €190 for everyone. When I went to pay the waiter told me I needed to tip. After I said “no” 3 times I gave in and tipped him €10 bringing the total up to €200. Overall we paid €200 for disgusting food and beer we didn’t want.

Excellent beer with good service in very traditional surroundings. Seemed a more 'authentic' brew house experience compared to some of the more central tap rooms. Beer is tapped from very old looking barrels in a way that I assume they've been doing for well over 100 years. Didn't eat there but food looked decent enough.

“The beer is super fresh and tasty! The place feels very authentic, with efficient service and a cheerful vibe. The crowd was diverse, with people of all ages and group sizes enjoying their time there.

Lovely old-school brauhaus. Service, beer, and atmosphere were good. Reasonable prices too. My food was not hot on arrival, so I felt I needed to eat it quickly, before it cooled down further, but the taste and portion size were good. It was quiet when I went, so the service may be different at busier times.

All as a beer germany style. Long woods tables, beers. Not bad food, large portions of food.

Food is decent, nothing spectacular. Reasonably priced. Good creamy Kölsch! Come here for the classic brewery atmosphere. It helps if you speak some German.

Enjoyed here so much! Great beer, great service, generous portions of food! I had a pork nuckle, and it was delicious. My wife had a schnitzel, but it was a bit boring, but big portion, so can't complaint. Definitely recommend this authentic place, one of the best in Köln

I come here every time to experience the atmosphere. The dishes are a bit big, but the taste is authentic German.

I arrived at this restaurant at 7 P. M. on a saturday and it was already full of people. As soon as I looked the waiter in the eyes to ask him how long would it take to get a table he handed me a beer without even asking me if I wanted it :) In the end I had to wait an hour and half to get a table and had to share it with two strangers. I had the pork chop, it was really big. Beers kept flowing in all night long, the waiter marked them on coaster. I didn't see any menù so in the end the check was a surprise and they don't even accept cards for payment. To make a long story short, it was a really strange and unique experience to eat in this restaurant :)

Truly a hidden gem! We went underground and the atmosphere there was lovely. Recommend trying kölsch with beef and potatoes, it’s really good. The single problem was that they accept only cash

My two local friends suggested that we end our recent pub crawl at this interesting location. It doesn't look much from the outside, but inside it was teeming with drinkers enjoying the beer, food and overall atmosphere. I would classify this as a really authentic, rough and ready Kölsch beer house. We descended into the bowels of this establishment where there were still a few tables free. Our larger than life Köbe was quick to serve us with what seemed like the obligatory Kölsch beer. No problem. I then went on to order their special pork chop which came with chips and fried onions. It was delicious. Eating and drinking in this cellar area was great except for one silly group of youngsters who insisted on shouting their heads off and playing stupid games. The oral confrontation that ensued lead to them leaving. It's rare that I complain but they were being really unreasonable. After they left we were able to conclude our evening in peace. All good.

It thrives on the aura of a glorious past under Lommi, a legendary innkeeper, and his beer-tapping wife, Annemie: despite the crowds, there was always room for everyone – and if so, it was on empty beer crates with a phone book on them! Today, however, it's simply lousy: unfriendly waiters, excessive arrogance in the condescending, gracious granting of free seats – you have to "make an appointment" at the bar, even though no one is waiting and there are seats available. Apparently, they don't need hospitality. It's best to leave after such poor treatment – ​​a real shame!

This place was one of the highlights of my trip to Koln. Unfortunately I discovered it the day before I left. The service was above and beyond, within a minute of entering we were in tears from laughter and still to this day we tell the stories of this pub. The beer was amazing as well as the food. I wish I could find a place like this close to home. I will definitely return when I'm in the area. Thank you for the memories

I visited Lommerzheim for the first time. Personally, I’m a big fan of Kölsch, German beers, and Rhineland cuisine but I haven’t experienced such disrespect in a long time. First of all, the staff is extremely inattentive. The place opens at 16:30, and there’s a line at the door. You’re seated according to the queue, but as you enter, no one greets you and none of the servers offer help. It’s a chaotic free-for-all whoever pushes hardest gets a seat. The staff only focuses on beer and service; order and hospitality seem to be irrelevant. We managed to get in without waiting too long, but once inside, no one welcomed us or showed us where to go. It was every person for themselves. While searching for a seat, I encountered a waiter carrying a keg. Naturally, I was about to give way, but instead he rudely shoved me aside with his hand and continued walking. I was going to let him pass, but he didn’t even give me the chance. The crowd inside is incredibly rude. No one makes room, and going to the restroom feels like a crisis. We barely found a table, and I noticed people who couldn’t find seats just standing awkwardly around others’ tables. After observing such poor service and behavior and even getting shoulder-checked by a few German patrons I had no choice but to leave without sitting down. I’ve never seen so many rude people in one place. The beer is excellent we managed to grab one while standing and I’m sure the food is great too. But I wouldn’t recommend visiting a place with such hostility and lack of restaurant culture. Instead, head toward Heumarkt and find a spot there. Let our rude, unhelpful, and strictly non-English-speaking German friends enjoy Lommerzheim on their own.

Quite an experience! Once you sit down, the waiter brings you a glass of cold beer without placing an order. Once you’ve almost finished your first glass, the second is placed on your table. Until you say no or place the paper coaster to cover your glass. The beer is typical Kölsch, which is very refreshing, light, with a subtle sweetness. The food is tasty too. Not too much choices. But the pork knuckle I ordered was crispy outside, tender and juicy inside. Very flavorful and large portion. The price is reasonable. Will definitely come back.

Interesting place, bar at the train station, to drink local beer - landmark “Kölsch”. But for 0.2 beer, it's a bit expensive.

Great place to grab a Kölsch while waiting for a delayed train.

Very nice little beer place, friendly staff and some small snacks. Perfect to spend some time while waiting for connecting trains.

Sit. Watch. Enjoy. All the crazy people of cologne will check in. And there is a Fabolous bar girl you all will fall in love with.

Great food and atmosphere very friendly service!!!

Nice spot when you have to spend some times waiting on the Deutsche Bahn! Beer is cold, staff is nice, life is good

If you want a quick and tasty Koelsch while waiting for your train that's a great place to stay. Hungry ? They got snacks to....also the staff is very attentive...I like the place...

I really wanted to love this place! The concept of putting a more modern twist on brewery/pub style food is so attractive. Unfortunately, the flavor in just about everything didn’t quite hit the mark. Sweet notes in everything. One part of the fried chicken was really delicious, the other part was completely dry - as if the chef didn’t realize that dark and white meat require different cooking times. The service was pretty bad, too.

The food wasn’t to write home about, German with a modern twist I would call it. However, I found that the traditional dishes where not memorable. I do recommend the potato gratin, which was delicious how ever small. The beer of the house wasn’t my taste. Very friendly staff however not a lot of interaction but then again it was of course a big place. To conclude, more of a touristic place then a place I would go to

Friendly staff and good food. Good size portions as well, we were almost full after the starters and the bread. The side dishes were also tasty. Thank you for a good time!

This place was recommended to us by a local acquaintance and it did not fail to satisfy our expectations and appetite. We were served by Toska who was very kind to help us when needed and had cute souvenir pictures taken for us as well . The food was very good , I’d recommend this place to those in search of healthy and filling tasty food . Not to mention how lovely the inside and decoration was .

The hype is bigger than the food they serve. The atmosphere is great and I really like the interior design. Service was really nice and welcoming. It’s a great place to be at. The vegetarian options however didn’t meet up to my expectation. It’s supposed to be a superior or classier Brauhaus. I decided to go for the vegetarian options, that being a roasted cauliflower. It was so bland and dry. Luckily my friend ordered a beer steak and I was allowed to dip into her sauce. The beetroot salad was very colorful and fresh and therefore earns back a star. Overall I’d go again but order something else.

Food was very good and nice size portions. Started with the obatzda then had the beef tri tip and cutlet along with saucekraut, sweet potatoes and cucumber salad. All was very good and well priced. We sat outside and it’s a nice quiet setting.

A very cozy Brauhaus with a nice ambience. The owners have given a gentle twist to the classic Brauhaus concept, which is felt both in the interior and in the served dishes. The original German cuisine is served in a more modern way, which makes it very interesting and rather catchy. The staff is friendly and the place itself was not too loud on a Monday evening. I would recommend especially their own self-brewed beer.

Lively Local Spot with Great Food and Beer We found this place through a travel book we picked up in the U.S., and it turned out to be a fantastic recommendation. It has a fun, local beer hall vibe with communal seating, which made for a lively and welcoming atmosphere. The beer flows freely here—just place your coaster on top of your glass when you’re done, otherwise it keeps coming! The staff was friendly, and the crowd seemed to be in great spirits. The menu had plenty of hearty options. We tried the pork schnitzel with Puszta sauce and the schnitzel with French-style Béarnaise sauce—both were absolutely delicious. Meals came with a flavorful brothy soup to kick things off (and maybe make you crave more beer) and fresh, tasty salads. Prices were very reasonable, and the whole experience felt authentically local. It’s just about a 10-minute walk from the cathedral—definitely worth the visit, and we’d happily come back!

Loved this restaurant. Generally locals only eating here so definitely not touristy. The food was fantastic, great tasting German food. The environment had the traditional sand on the floor, wooden tables and served the traditional beer for Cologne (Kolsch). Staff were fab and if you're a dog owner, this is your restaurant.

I was told by a friend that this is the best kolsch in Köln and she was right! Very friendly service and a somewhat lighter atmosphere than in many very heavy, darker German beer halls. One waiter even shared a kolsch with me in contrast to many less friendly beer halls where the moment you begin to speak English they roll their eyes. The food was delicious but so heavy I could not finish everything! I thought the sand on the floor was a myth but it is true.

I had a great time at this traditional pub in Cologne. They serve a good Kölsch-style beer, which I really enjoyed. The beer was freshly poured and tasted excellent. The owner, who served me at the bar, is a bit grumpy, but it added a funny touch to the experience—like stepping into a classic, no-nonsense local spot. Despite his gruffness, he was courteous enough. Overall, it’s a cozy place to enjoy a traditional beer and soak in the authentic atmosphere of Cologne’s pub scene. I’d definitely recommend it for those looking for a genuine local experience!

Stumbled upon this place because every bar and restaurant in the city center was a madhouse due to the first day of Karneval on Saturday 11 November 2023. This brewpub was a welcome break from the madness. Busy but not crowded, no line to get in, and families dressed up in costume but not hammered...sign me up! The food menu is a mix of regional specialties and classic traditional German offerings. Likely the cheapest metthappen in town at only €2,20! Their Kölsch is refreshing with the proper malt profile and a crisp finish. Mellow, barny, clean, delicious. Not the best in town but really good and pairs well with their food. Also really well-priced at €1,90 for a 0.2L pour! I even had a shot of their Kammerschreck liquor to finish the visit. A great local brewpub!

Cologne's Premier Hostility Experience: The \textit{Aggressively} Good Bar. ​If you're tired of limp, cheerful service and wish to spice up your evening with a genuine sense of existential dread, look no further than this magnificent Cologne institution. They’ve perfected the art of serving world-class food and beer while simultaneously making you feel like an unfortunate mistake the universe is trying to correct. ​Let’s start with the positives, which were truly outstanding: the Kölsch was perfectly chilled, crisp, and seemingly flowed directly from the Rhine, and the Schnitzel was a masterpiece of savory, golden-brown excellence. It was so good, I almost forgot I was eating under the watchful, judging gaze of our designated human sentinel. ​However, the real star of the show—the reason this bar deserves a six-star rating (if one star represented sheer, unadulterated tension)—was our waiter, Adolf (or at least, that's what I'll call the patron saint of passive-aggression). Adolf didn't just serve us; he conducted a swift, surgical interrogation of our dining choices. His body language suggested that asking for extra mustard was a profound personal insult to his family lineage. When a glass of Kölsch went empty, there was no polite query; the replacement arrived with the speed and finality of a court order, delivered with a forceful thud that confirmed our continued occupation of his valuable table space. ​My personal favorite moment was when I tried to catch his eye for the bill. It felt less like signaling a waiter and more like attempting to hail a cab during a blizzard. When the bill finally landed, it felt less like a receipt and more like a declaration of war. ​Verdict: If you are seeking a genuinely fantastic meal and want to practice your ability to remain perfectly still while being treated like you've personally offended the entire German service industry, book a table immediately. It's the only place in Cologne where the food is incredible, the beer is perfect, and you leave feeling thoroughly humbled and utterly convinced you need to apologize for your presence on earth. A truly unique and memorable experience.

Amazing place in Cologne. I had the opportunity to go to this place as it's really close to the hotels in the area. This is a tru gem! Mostly The locals go here to have a meal and some small beers. The vibe is incredible, you can get a sneak peek of how the locals live there. The staff is amazing also. They are polite and their English is perfec too. Also you don't even need to order they are just giving you another load whenever you glass is empty 😀I have had a chance to meet the owner as well. Amazing, lovely lady! Highly recommend the place.

Really liked the overall experience! They let us in after 30 mins because it was too full, but totally worth it! This food portions were insanely big so I recommend sharing a plate with someone else if you eat like a normal person, but if you come hungry then for yourself! The schnitzel was absolutely amazing and would go back to eat another one, and might be for myself only. Part of the staff was a bit rude (considering we were tourists and only one in the table spoke German) but the guy who attended us was extremely nice. The beer was cold and delicious. I’d go back to this place 100%

We lucked out finding this spot—just a short 15-minute walk from the cathedral, and it was worth every step. Proper German food, huge menu, the kind where you stop counting after a while. Stuff like pork knuckle with pea purée, rump steak with fried potatoes, Wiener schnitzel, veal roulade, Sauerbraten made with horse meat, pork fillet with mushrooms, Kasseler neck with green beans, goulash with dumplings, and even giant bratwurst. On top of that, the Tuesday potato pancakes baked with cheese were killer. The vibe is classic—dim, buzzing, with waiters keeping the Kölsch flowing until you cover your glass. For visitors, that’s a whole experience on its own. The food? Straight-up tasty. My steak was perfect, and those cheesy potato pancakes were next level. Cozy, loud in a good way, and super friendly staff. Felt like home the minute we sat down.

Found this after googling a German restaurant near me . Was a 5 minute walk. We arrived at 12.30pm and it was packed, they did have a small round table which they offered us as most people had booked. We ordered the Jägerschnitzel each , a glass of wine and a beer. The staff very friendly , food was delicious, the customers were mainly locals which is always a good sign. Would definitely return, but book next time, so we don't miss out.

Great service and atmosphere. I tried the Rheinischer Sauerbraten — it was nicely complemented by the apple compote, though not really to my personal taste. I loved the Himmel un Ääd, which came with a generous serving of mashed apples and potatoes. Reservations are highly recommended.

A great place to try German food for the first time! We tried a variety of dishes, some we loved, others were not quite our taste. The fried pork with mushroom and fries were exceptional. The stewed beef was nice as well. The sausage was good but the horse was not our favorite, but the flavors of the sauce were excellent. The service was friendly and beer was cold.

Good Food but Terrible service ! Tourists ! Alert ! Don't ruin your day We did not have reservations, of course we queued. No problem However, others could come in anytime took the table and sure they did have reservations. Then, we finally get seated after waiting over 45mins. Once we seated, we were told we only have 45mins dinning time.....wowwwww Sure, it is a busy restaurant , but how come others can stay more than 1 hour ? Meanwhile, there are empty tables ? What the rush ? It is definitely a lovely resturant for its neighbourhood, but only not for the tourists. It was a very bad & upsetting experience... I read the reviews and found out other tourists had the same experience It makes me feel little bit better 😝😝 We are not alone😁

This was my first time in Germany. On my way to Köln, I started looking for places to eat some good local food without breaking the bank. Max Stark kept coming up and the great reviews and location settings made me want to try it. Unfortunately, I do not speak german either, just the very basics. When I got there, I luckily found that staff do speak English and are very accomodating. I had to wait 5 minutes to be seated, but they helped me all the way. My 1st real german Jägersnitzel was heavenly good. Just as a heads up, if you are in a large group, book a table online on their website. If you are in Köln, give them a try!

Second time along in this Brauhaus, unfortunately with not so good reviews as two years ago. The staff were friendly and attentive as always. The overall atmosphere was again incredibly pleasant. The food was not quite right this time. I think it arrived at most 5 minutes after ordering it. None of the dishes should have been able to be completed that quickly. My schnitzel was probably the worst part. The meat was not fresh. Definitely not spoiled, but it wasn't quite right either. The sauce tasted bland as well, almost as it was just a concentrate mixed with hot water. The other dish was a bit better as the meat was clearly slow cooked and seasoned well. The sauce there was also not great as it was so filled with raisns that the whole dish tasted more like a dessert. I might have to skip the food next time, but could visit again for the beer and vibes.

5 stars! The food are delicious. I really enjoyed schnitzel and bratwurst. Portions are considered big for us Thai. Staffs were super friendly. They were very helpful and kind. The front of restaurant looked quiet but when you walk inside it was very packed with customers and very lively. Really enjoyed the meal here.

nice crispy pork knuckle. All the sides are different. Good for me can have different food. The sides are all good. super nice service made my night nice. The waiter will check on your glass and ask for refill. Compared to some other pub, good service is not a must. But this one makes me feel good services still in Koln.

Loved this place. The staff were so kind and friendly (especially as we don't speak german) and we had a great meal. Our dog enjoyed some spare sausage too. Really recommend. Only 4/5 on atmosphere because we were there so early we were the only ones there.

Stopped for a quick drink. Had outdoor seating. Service was prompt and the drinks were fine.

The place is ok, as the attendance. The food is very good, very nice spices! The beer is cheap (1.7€). The prices of the food is not so good, almost €14 for one small piece of Schnitzel. ---- 2 years later (Nov/2021) I have been there again and the experience was more or less the same, but the Schnitzel was a little bit dry.

Saw the reviews and thought we'd give it a try. Looked nondescript from the street, but wow! Great food, great service. On my next visit to Cologne, I'll visit here again.

Great old cafe with Kölner food. Waiters are very attentive according to everyone, Food typical German dishes.

Good local food and beer.

We had a very nice dinner in this place. We ate pork knuckle and it was perfectly cooked. The service was fast and the waiter was friendly. My complain about the service is that the place is huge and it is like a maze. We couldn't find any one to give us a table for a while and we had to actually go and find a person ourselves.

Such a cosy and warm place! Very nice and friendly staff and amazing food. The Goulash was so heartwarming and delicious. It seemed to be a local restaurant and popular within seniors, which gave it a more authentic atmosphere. I recommend making a reservation

I loved this place! A classic high quality brahaus with all that goes with it, funny staff, non stop beer and great food. The place was full of diverse people and pretty loud with a bar at the other side of the restaurant. Please note it’s cash only. We had some great knödel (German dumpling) and meat. I highly recommend this place. Remember to try the Früh beer!

Extraordanary service , beautiful traditional interior and good food , so a very good choice to enjoy the Tradition of breweries in Cologne .

Here you will get the true local food and beer. Which means: a lot of meat and a lot of beer. It was a true experience, and I liked it a lot. You must know, don't go here if you don't eat mean (there is no other option). But if you like meat you should go. The concept with the beer is really fun. They will give you small glasses of beer and once you finish it, they will give you a new glass without asking. When my friend asked for a coke, she got a disappointed look. Just so you know.

Food was very ordinary, especially the schnitzel. Sides and beer was good. Service was also good. Nice atmospheric restaurant near the River.

The food was just good. Nothing over the top, but tasty and comforting. We had a lovely spot along the boulevard, and it was nice and quiet, which really added to the experience. The service was friendly and relaxed, exactly how you'd want it. I had a stew with Potato noodles. The raisins gave it a sweet twist that worked surprisingly well. All in all, a really pleasant evening.

If you are searching for a lovely salad, after lots of heavy German food on your travels, go here! Delicious salad with piled high greens and lovely goat medallions with a honey drizzle and candied walnut atop. The dressing is simple and not as overdressed as most salads seem to be. The staff is super friendly. I loved it so much I came back two nights in a row. And I ordered the latkes on the second visit which were sublime. I recommend to come here if you’re visiting or even living in Köln.

After showing me the bill, the waiter on the terrace added a tip during the card payment without even asking me. That’s unacceptable — I only realized it when I looked at the receipt after asking him for it! I would have gladly left something myself, but after this, I won’t be going back. I strongly recommend everyone double-check what they’re being charged when paying by card.

Nice riverside location for this german-style restaurant. Fast service, did not have to wait for long. Food was pretty nice, i had the stewed beef in raisin sauce and homemade pasta. The pasta was unusual, thick noodles that seemed to have been lightly fried. Beef stew really benefited from the accompanying apple sauce that gave it a bit of sweetness. They will ask for the tip.

What a great place to eat along the river. The Pott Roast was delicious!

Very very slow service, portions are small, prices are higher than in the other places in the area. It is a beautiful building though.

Nice place to have beer. Good food as well. Nice time to spend afternoon lunch and beer enjoying the view of park and lake Very good waiter

Place is nice but some things need to be improved: -if the kitchen is closed cos of random problems, customers should be informed before they sit down (put a sign at the entrance). Getting this information when we had already been waiting at the table for a while cos there was only 1 waiter working, and with a hungry child with us, was not correct. Had we known we would have gone somewhere else -beers not full. Its a rip off to order a 500ml beer and it being clearly under 500ml.

Allergic to making money these lot, don't wanna serve anyone. Avoid eye contact when you try to order. Shame cause would be a nice pub otherwise

Extremely disappointing experience at Hellers. We waited for over 30 minutes just to place our order, and even then, our server seemed disorganized and forgetful. The real kicker was that our food never arrived. We waited for over an hour, asked multiple times for updates, and were eventually told that our order had been 'forgotten.' Unbelievable. The lack of communication, slow service, and failure to deliver on their promise of food made for a frustrating and hungry evening. Unless they revamp their service and kitchen processes, I'd advise others to steer clear."

The pond was emptied and dug up, the place looked like a construction site. They were out of bock. The spare ribs were terrible, the meat was not fresh at all.. Nice and pleasant staff though.

Amazing spot in the middle of the park in Cologne. Salad was delicious, and the banana beer was really really good.

No frills, casual outdoors beergarden/eatery. Come here with friends to have a great time. There are about 6 different beer options and a menu of about 12 different food items. The service was afsdt friend and the food was tasty. Great view of the park and lake while you eat.

Nice authentication place, there's only one type and one size of beer :)

(Translated by Google) Excellent typical local brewery. Characteristic place where it seems that time has stopped, with the custom of marking the beers on the coaster and even the final bill is written there. Very nice. If you are hungry I recommend the pork shank or goulash; they were absolutely the best of all the places I ate. The girl who runs the place is incredibly kind. She does everything herself, so be patient and wait for the preparation to be done on the spot. The waiting times are long if you want to eat, but it's absolutely worth it. I will happily return there on my next trip. (Original) Ottima birreria tipica del posto. Locale caratteristico dove sembra che il tempo si sia fermato, con l' usanza di segnare le birre sul sottobicchiere e persino il conto finale viene scritto li. Molto bello. Se avete fame vi consiglio lo stinco di maiale o il gulasch; erano in assoluto i migliori rispetto a tutti i posti dove ho mangiato. La ragazza che gestisce il locale è di una gentilezza unica. Fa' tutto lei da sola, quindi pazientate e attendete la preparazione che viene fatta sul momento. I tempi d'attesa sono lunghi se volete mangiare, ma ne vale assolutamente la pena. Ci ritornerò volentieri al mio prossimo viaggio.

(Translated by Google) Directly opposite Haus Töller, the Malz Brewery! Beautiful, rustic restaurant with Päffgen from wooden barrels. On Friday there will be potato pancakes, a highlight - guys, it's delicious!!!! (Original) Direkt gegenüber vom Haus Töller, die Malz Brauerei! Schöne urige Gaststätte mit Päffgen aus dem Holzfass. Am Freitag gibt es Reibekuchen, ein Highlight - Leute ist das lecker !!!!

(Translated by Google) A waitress like her couldn't be better. The food was very good. Never had a better knuckle. The Guppes was fresh coleslaw with goulash on it, slightly spicy and also very tasty. Small card but good (Original) Eine Kellnerin wie sie nicht besser sein kann. Das Essen war sehr gut. Nie eine bessere Haxe gegessen. Der Guppes war frischer Krautsalat mit Gulasch drauf, leicht scharf und auch sehr lecker. Kleine Karte aber gut

(Translated by Google) Very good knuckle, although I'm more of a fan of the pork knuckle. Special praise should be given to the Köbes for this. Attentive, quick and friendly with the Hecken Cologne style. Exactly how it should be!!! (Original) Sehr gute Haxe wobei ich eher ein Freund vom Hämmchen bin. Dafür ist besonderes Lob an den Köbes auszusprechen. Aufmerksam schnell und freundlichen mit der Hecken kölsche Art. Genau wie es sein muss!!!

(Translated by Google) Great brewery. Delicious Kölsch. Great knuckle with homemade coleslaw. Attentive and very friendly staff. Very happy again. (Original) Super Brauhaus. Leckeres Kölsch. Super Haxe mit selbstgemachten Krautsalat. Aufmerksame und sehr freundliches Personal. Sehr gerne wieder.

(Translated by Google) With delicious Päffgen Kölsch, you can enjoy the best knuckle in the city here. Unreservedly recommended! (Original) Bei leckerem Päffgen Kölsch, kann man hier die beste Haxe der Stadt genießen. Uneingeschränkt empfehlenswert!

Stopped here for some Kölsch and some lunch on my journey through Köln. Very friendly service. The Kölsch was great and the food was tasty.

I had a nice meal here on my last evening in the city. A lot of restaurants and pubs were busy as it was a Saturday evening, so we were lucky to get a table outside in the cool evening air. I wasn't feeling too hungry, so I just went for a classic...curry wurst and chips! And I wasn't disappointed! This dish is a classic all over Germany, and I was happy to have it again. The chips were crunchy and light, the sausage was very flavoursome and perfect as usual, and the curry ketchup, which smothered the sausage was the best! I enjoyed every bite of this meal, and the portion size was bigger than I expected. The service was friendly and relaxed, and the chap who served us enjoyed having a chat with us also. So, fancy some German pub grub? Any Reissdorf pub around the city will suit your needs perfectly! Deserved 5 stars. :D

Very delicious and a great atmosphere. We visited this restaurant on a trip to Germany from Canada. The server was very kind and patient with us. Thanke you ! Danke!

This dining experience turned terrible due to the server's attitude, leaving me in emotional distress and completely ruining my day. The bill was €14.8, and I gave a €2 tip, paying with a €50 note. When she gave me €35 in change, because of the dim light ，I mistakenly thought one €5 note was from my own wallet and waited for her to give the remaining €5. She got angry, handed me another €5, saying "never come back, we don't need your tip"—yet she still kept the €2 tip. I realized my mistake right after leaving, returned within a minute to give back the €5, and apologized sincerely at least three times. But she remained furious, saying they didn't want customers like me. I placed the €5 on the counter, told the man at the front desk, and left. Despite correcting the misunderstanding and apologizing repeatedly, I was met with ongoing hostility. This service was extremely disappointing and caused humiliated, upset and affecting me all night.

Decent beer haus next to Rudolfplatz. Reissdorf kolsch. Efficient, friendly service, and very good traditional brauhaus food too!

Kind hosts, the Kolsch was great! Cash only though

Good old Brauhaus. Decent food and good Kölsch.

Great "deli" for Craft Beer on-the-go. They have a descent selections of beers including IPAs, DIPAs, Stouts, Helles, Lager, Sour and other specialities. The price range is standart for such type of products. They have a bench or some chairs at the door if you want to have a drink, but is not really a "place to stay" concept, or at least that's my perception. I wish the opening hours would be more accurate to a drinking facility 😄

Amazing place for beer lovers. You can find almost any kind beer. I founded my favorite one (schineder weisse tap5). There are American, Belgian, German, British and more beers. I love it.

Beer with hops missing on your stay in Köln? Not any more there are amazing gorgeous small brewery hop driven adventures waiting for you in this shop

Your experience will depend a lot of the person there and the mood he has... That is, in my opinion bad as you should always offer a good experience in a specialties shop. Good selection of beers and now you can sit outside too. Not bad, but could be better. I still recommend it if you are in the Südstad.

Good a gift basket for a friend who is very much into Craft Beer. Very good selection, did not disappoint. Thanks! :)

Situated in the beating heart of Bonner Strasse, the vibe of the Bierlager (especially the terrace area) is enough to find you sitting longer than planned for those one or two beers. Chummy, jovial service is applied to a wide range of beers which supply something for everyone's taste. Good prices for what you get, and perfect for taking some beers to a gathering. Bierlager is also next to Einbrand cafe which makes it nicely placed for a beer after an afternoon of remote working next door.

It's first time I was in a shop like this. Shop when you can open and enjoy your beer straight away. Good choice of beers.

Great music! A mix of hip hop and some oldies. Friendly staff, young crowd. Decent prices for drinks, though the cocktails and long drinks are a bit on the pricey side.

This bar is definitely not for everyone but I really enjoy it. Great music, and outstanding bartenders.

Nice bar in the middle of Colone. I love this place; nice people, great music and good atmosphere.

proper little corner, beer and shots only...mostly young people inside

cool late night dive bar with friendly staff

One of my Cologne favorites. Always an option for a beer

Friendly bar staff and good vibes

Location is convenient along the river so if one is coming from a river cruise docking, can walk over in minutes. There are a lot of people, so would recommend booking tickets ahead of time. We decided to go late and managed to get 2 of the last 3 tickets within the 2 hrs before closing. Do note that there are discount tickets closer to end of day for a reason. The stations close half an hour before the entire museum close (6pm close then 5:30pm stations are cleared). With the amount of people, it is hard to go through everything before stations stop if it’s close to closing time. We went on a bad day: close to closing time, weekend, and a day where shops in the town are closed for All Saints’ Day, so everyone went to the museum. The layout of the museum does not allow for multiple ways to get to different floors/rooms. There is only 1 elevator for guests to use. So it will be a long wait going between floors and stations to get any free chocolate (we got none… too long of lines and stations were closing). But overall, still a good place to visit. Would just suggest to not go late in the day but more during daytime in a non-weekend, that should make the experience more enjoyable.

I had a wonderful time at the chocolate museum. Plenty of rooms with easy-going info about the origins of chocolate, cocoa, its processing, packaging, transport, and commercialization. You can see in loco a section of a production line and taste a sample of chocolate. Also some interesting historical info on where it all began. It is a great museum for families, kids or only adults. plenty of games and experiments for the young folks. I was so entertained that I almost forgot to take photos. If you are in town don’t miss this museum.

The entrance was guarded by a tall female staff who looked very angry and not at all welcoming. The museum content was very extensive, curated with great detail and academic accuracy, very educational. You also get to try the milk chocolate as it was produced. We only wish there was a water fountain or at least a vending machine that sells water because the chocolates were quite rich and sweet. The cafe staff were very attentive and hospitable, price was reasonable. The entire experience has been most positive but was ruin at the end. I was waiting for my family who went to the washroom by the main door. The museum was closing in a few minutes, I wanted to go to the bench next to the door to put my coat on. The same tall angry female employee from the ticket entrance came to me, wouldn’t allow me a moment for coat and ask me to go out the door because “we are closing in a minute”. There were still people in the gift shop, at the coat check and coming from the bathrooms at the time. Being the only Asian female in the hall I felt unfairly targeted and discriminated.

It was in the year 2025, during Christmas, I was exploring the very famous Christmas markets in Köln. It was extremely cold and I needed some hot chocolate. There was none available in the market. So we decided to step inside the cafe and we were awestruck by their service. Even though itwas heavily crowded, we got two seats quickly and ordered their hot chocolate and banana waffle. The hot chocolate was extremely delicious, particularly with the cream on top. The waffle had one white chocolate ice cream, something that I had never tasted before and it was extremely delicious. Best part is that the prices were extremely reasonable. I would go there again and agan.

We visited the Lindt Chocolate Museum on Sunday the 23rd, and it was very busy. Luckily, Max, one of the friendly floor walkers, helped us book tickets online via QR code. The museum was more about learning the history and process of chocolate than eating it, but there were a few tasty samples. The highlight was the wafer dipped in the chocolate fountain—absolutely delicious. Pro tip: when you reach the machinery section, head to the right side for two sample opportunities, as most people go left. Overall, informative and enjoyable, though not quite what I expected.

For 18 euros it’s not the best value for money. There was a good amount of information to read around the museum and the chocolate making room was incredible. However, it was very busy causing a huge amount of queuing and not much chance to enjoy the experience. The free chocolates were a nice touch but for the price of admission there was very little. Gift shop at the end had lots of choice but definitely pricey.

The museum is very interesting but has however a few points for improvement that would make the experience more pleasant. I visited today (23/11/25) at 12. Firstly, for the entire duration of the tour, we couldn't find a single toilet. Maybe it was not properly signed? At the ticket counter, the the ticket officer was unbelievably rude and rushing to pay, even though there was no queue and I was just ensuring she understood the proper time slot that I wanted. Time slots are also another big problem. Unfortunately, the same time slot is allocated to more people than it should be allowed to. This leads to queues during the tour and you can't actually enjoy the experience at its fullest. Also, the crowd is not properly managed by the personnel (for example, the queues for the entry mixes with the ones for the museum cafè and cloakroom), leading to chaos. Neverthless, it was an enjoyable experience.

What a lovely place to visit. The food was amazing we had pre-booked food via get your guide and are from the gold menu. Staff was very friendly would recommend. I absolutely loved the memorabilia on the walls, my 3 favourite artists.

Amazing place with delicious food and the best atmosphere! The staff are super friendly and full of energy. Our waiter was smiling the whole time and made us feel really welcome. Great music, tasty dishes, and that classic Hard Rock vibe that makes you just want to stay longer. Perfect spot for good food and good mood!

Excellent welcome and service and it was very nice of them to acknowledge our daughter’s birthday! In fact even the customers were great also singing happy birthday to her too but that’s what we love about the Hard Rock Cafe and the people that go there ❤️ Food arrived promptly and was great. It’s not the biggest of venues and has a small Rock Shop but you can still find your favourites.

Hard Rock Cafe in Cologne really impressed us! We had a refreshing Gin Tonic and a perfectly mixed Negroni, which both complemented the pleasant atmosphere of the place. For food, we tried the tortillas filled with juicy chicken and fresh vegetables — they were well-seasoned and the portion was really satisfying. The staff was very friendly, attentive, and quick, which made our afternoon visit even more enjoyable. We recommend it to anyone looking for good food, great drinks, and that unmistakable rock vibe right in the heart of Cologne! 🎸🍹🌮

Our server Lucas or Louis from Chile was amazing!! The food was absolutely delicious! Great atmosphere. We would definitely go back. Highly recommend visiting while in köln. Make a reservation.

As soon as you walk in, with the instruments, stage costumes and memorabilia on the walls, you feel as if you’re in a small museum. The music-themed decor, as in every Hard Rock Cafe, gives the place a really nice energy. The cocktails are well made, and the food was both filling and tasty.

Our evening at the Hard Rock Cafe in Cologne was wonderful. We were very satisfied with everything we ate — every dish was delicious. The drinks were great as well. We would also like to give a special thank you to Tufan, the staff member who took care of us. He made us feel completely at home.

Huge portions. You can easily order one portion for two people, and two portions are definitely enough for three. We didn’t like the schnitzel - it was way too thick. But the sauerbraten was very tasty, with large pieces of high-quality tender meat. Keep in mind that all salads come with a huge amount of dressing, which really spoils the fresh vegetables.

One of the best german restaurants I've been in. Portions are very big, fast service, and very delicious food, very accesible prices. Liver was cooked nicely, the Bratkartoffeln was not the best though.

So delicious! I had the pork knuckle, mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. Best food on my trip! The beer was great too!

It's not typical German Brauhaus - this is beyond standard. Rich menu with classic German culinary, good beer and other beverages and pleasant service. It's worth a visit to experience local culture and pay good money for the value.

Really friendly with good food! Had steak and chips. If you don’t want well cooked steak, make sure you ask for it before you finish your order.

Fantastically wide selection of food choices of traditional German fare and Cologne specialties. (The menu is in fun 'news paper' format - with almost endless options.) Service is very attentive and friendly! Nice and very spacious terrace in addition to the huge inside space.

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was authentic and delicious, with a variety of dishes to choose from. I especially enjoyed the pork knuckles, the pork liver (Berlin style), and the brauhaus-topf, which is a hearty stew with meat and vegetables. The portions were generous and the prices were reasonable. The beer selection was also impressive, with many local and craft beers on tap. I tried the Kölsch, which is a light and refreshing beer that is typical of Cologne. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy and lively. The best part is that this restaurant is open every day, even on public holidays. It seems to be very popular among the locals, as it was always busy when I visited. If you are looking for an authentic and satisfying German meal in Cologne, you should definitely check out this restaurant. You won't regret it!

The restaurant is at a prime location, large square in front of it, no traffic, only pedestrian area and enough space for outside seating. The food we had was good, I mean not necessarily extraordinary but it was good. What I missed from the staff but also from the food itself was, that sprinkle of passion and love. For example, ask the customer, if he wants salt and pepper for the eggs, put the butter aside and not into the bun, add a tiny bit of dressing to the lettuce. Would I visit this place again? Most likely not and I would select a new place with the hope to find more motivated employees.

Fun breakfast buffet with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Veggie options available and labeled, at least on the menu. English menu is available via QR code. Blankets on outdoor seats to bundle in were a nice touch. Service was not great. There’s no indication if you need to wait to be seated or sit on your own. Standing in the foyer, there was no one to help us. After asking if we could sit outside, a waiter said yes and then never came out to take our order so I had to go back inside to look for a waiter. Once we finally got our food, we never saw him again and had to track him down inside to pay.

I rarely leave bad reviews, but this was really disappointing. The chicken wings were awful—I couldn’t even eat them properly, they were dry, over-fried, and just crumbled apart. I never thought wings could be this bad. The service was also poor; it took them too long to serve us and even longer just to pay. The fries and cocktail was okay.

Good and affordable breakfast buffet! Recommended to be there before everyone turns up at 10 am. It then gets too crowded and too long line to the dishes. Before that the buffet is a feast for eyes and taste buds. Just have the great overview to pick and chose. The staff is friendly and helpful. Good food quality and large selection with lots of goodies. Outdoor seating give extra beautiful experience of Cologne’s vibe.

Enjoy the festive vibe here, various typical german cuisine and tast reallly yum😄

If you're looking for a good spot in Cologne, definitely check out this place. The service was great from start to finish - waiters are friendly! We ordered the schnitzel, and it was super tasty and perfectly cooked! It's also amazing that they offer healthier options on the menu, so everyone can find something they love. Highly recommend stopping by :)

I paid 40 euro cash for 29.90 bill and waiter said is everything okay we said yes. Then I was expecting return of balance but he did not bring. I asked the balance he said me he asked and I said okay. Normally tip is changing in between 10-15-20 %, only in extreme conditions like if he was super friendly super supportive would have left 10 euro, but none of the waiters and waitresses were smiling even taking the order. It was a surprising moment when it happened. Food was okay, atmosphere is good outside but service was surprisingly weird.

Just a great little restaurant, the older blonde lady that helped us was amazing just straight to the point LOVE IT even for foreigners (we’re dutch and don’t speak much german) but just the “Beer?!” Was enough. A normal Beer is 2,50 and its good beer too! Food is cheap and delicious! 100% would come back here if i visited Köln again

Nice German pub with authentic food. Service was good, ordered the schnitzel with fried potatoes and Jaeger sauce. Everything was cooked perfectly, good flavor and yummy. I would come back to try other things on the menu.

We went there during Christmas market season and it was fantastic! Food and beer were delicious and service was friendly and fast. I recommend this place !

Wonderful food, wonderful smells, and a proper old-school Kölsch atmosphere. I honestly think they serve the best Haxe in Cologne, and that says a lot in this city. Crispy on the outside, fall-apart tender inside. Pure joy. The beer sauce brings sweet and bitter undertones. The slightly sweet and tangy krautsalat is a flavor bomb. I’d take home a big jar if I could. The deliberately overseasoned bratkartoffeln, with char from the oven, add salt and a deep bitterness that ties it all together. The only downside? The Senf (mustard) is nothing special. But honestly, you won’t miss it with everything else going on. The Bier Esel might be a donkey, but it knows exactly what it’s doing. Einmal im Monat? Nein, zweimal im Monat, if I have the time.

Wonderful food and a real pub atmosphere. We ate outside under the market umbrellas. Had the delicious Goulash suppe. The Kalbsschnitzel für Zwei (small Schnitzel for two people) with the Chanterelle cream sauce from their summer menu was fantastic and cost under €40. Their specialty is actually many variations of a pot of steaming mussels, which we will try next time. Good service and the server spoke English once he knew we were English-speakers from the U.S.

Amazing beer-hall style German restaurant, authentic classical German food. The waiter Tim was nice, passionate and helpful, great recommendations and explain the traditional way to eat all the dishes. Must go for someone looking to eat like a German!

Great food, very good service. I recommend it!

The food was nice but the service was amazing! Our waiter Cathy (or Kathy?) was incredibly nice and sweet, absolutely the best waiter, she made the evening very very more pleasant

I visited Balthasar in Cologne with friends who live in Germany and speak the language fluently. As a tourist, I was really looking forward to enjoying a nice evening, but unfortunately, the experience left me disappointed. We ordered both starters and main courses at around 8:10 PM. The starters didn’t arrive until approximately 8:40 PM, which was already quite slow. However, the real issue was with our main courses. By 9:20 PM, we still hadn’t received them, so we asked the waitress about the delay. Her response was a series of excuses: that they were busy with outdoor tables and that we were supposed to inform them when to proceed with the main course. This was never communicated to us beforehand, and frankly, made little sense—especially when the table next to us, who ordered well after we did, had already received their food. When we raised this point, the waitress claimed that the other table hadn’t ordered starters, which again felt like just another excuse rather than a genuine explanation or apology. Worse, she insisted that “this is how things work in Germany”—a comment made in front of my friends who have been living here for over eight years and knew this was not true. Even after all this, at 9:45 PM, we still hadn't received our food, and no effort was made to apologize or offer any form of compensation. When the food finally came, it was fine, but certainly not worth the two-hour wait and the poor service we endured. Overall, this was a frustrating and disappointing evening. Good food means little when the service and communication are so lacking.

Delicious food, I had the Kalbschnitzel,good portion. Our waiter was very nice,looked after us very well. We had a good time. The music got a bit too loud around like 9 o'clock, but other than that we enjoyed the place.

Really good breakfast place with a good selection, friendly staff and big portions.

We had a wonderful meal and would highly recommend. Service was good and the atmosphere was perfect. Nice simple decor and large bathroom. Pricing is fair. Staff was very helpful.

I’ve had lunch at Balthasar. The whiskey sour was well mixed and the stuffed chicken with mashed peas and young broccoli was fingerlicking good. I do definitely recommend this restaurant. It’s on the pricier side but worth every penny.

I was impressed with the menu. Very special one, extraordinary. The dish is simply amazing, especially the green purée. The waiters are friendly, the atmosphere is pleasant. I will certainly visit this place again. Thank you, guys. You're doing very well;)

All of the food was excellent. Our waitstaff appeared to be covering more tables than was reasonable, and was also quite forgetful, which is not a good combination.

I was at a private event from my family and was happy with the food and the service

Nice Restaurant. Cosy, but less options for Vegetarians

We were once there for a work lunch. The food is fine but I must say that the service is horrible. Apparently the waitress was very stressed and was alone but she did not have to rude to the only guests in the restaurant. On second thoughts, I was there once before only to use their washroom and then also they were very unpolite and refused immediately when asked.

I came for a business dinner and the experience was bad. Service was terrible, waiter forgot the order for some of my colleagues, it was not possible to know if food can be gluten free. Food quality was average.

A modern German pub-restaurant. The best thing for me is that it has a traditional German pub garden that is in a quiet situation overlooking a park. Ideal for outdoor eating away from the busy streets. Relatively central position near Hansaring station. Food style is German/Italian

Excellent food, but extremely noisy due to bad acustics of the interior. Also a bit pricey for the usual lunch menus in the area, but worth it 👌

Very nice place with enough area to sit outside in good weather. The food was delicious and the staff were quite friendly. A good place for small and big groups. Reservations are recommended.

Very traditional German food, tasted great, a bit of a wait time and a bit loud inside, but that's also pretty traditional. Overall had a great time with friends

Great outdoor covered terrace beer garden. Varied menu with Brauhaus favourites, competitively priced, good service

Absolutely amazing was in a party of 22 for a family reunion. Wonderful food curried bratwurst with tons of frites. Definitely go there great staff. Attention was all the time. Not expensive Definitely value for money. Go and enjoy. Lekker.

A biased review for the reissdorf and the amazing sausage. Took a long time Unfortunatel

We just wanted to have some food and drinks as 3 people, we were literally not allowed inside -to be more clear we got very rudely fired. There was plenty of tables free, but the waitress meant they are reserved and inside room is closed and the tables that are free wont be able to be opened, which is totally ridicilous and unreasonable. Later on an old german couple walked in and they were set immidiately. After i saw that i walked in again to ask the waiter if we can also put a chair to the 2-tables and wait for another table to be free, while i was talking to the waiter -the first waitress (black long haired young woman) i talked too said to the waiter " They are trying to walk inside again, take them out". And i was shocked, truly shocked.... Afterall i dont know why this behaviour was; was it because we were not germans or because the woman just hates her job... either case, it is unacceptable. I am sad to have an experience like this here -where i came multiple times before and where i brought my family from abroad to have dinner and we had to walk out with a very disturbing feeling.

As 3 people we were not allowed inside neither were told that we could wait to be seated. Instead we were told to go out and try ro come back maybe 30 min later with a very undermining and disturbing tone... Which would still be ok if they didnt let others inside, right after us.. totally trash, overrated and unworthy place

We absolutely loved this place! Traditional, just what we wanted. Delicious food with very nice presentation (we took Rosti with fresh tartare and delicious sausage with fried potatoes by advice of the waiter). The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The waiter asked where we are from, if it is our first time in Cologne and told us about local beer. Highly recommend this place!

My favorite bar in Cologne. Close to downtown, but far enough away that it’s not full of tourists. A VERY traditional style pub. Visited several times. Gets very busy during dinner time. The staff is helpful and friendly. They seemed happy to speak English with an American. Traditional German food. Don’t miss if you’re looking for an authentic experience within a 10 min walk to the cathedral. Outdoor and upstairs seating.

Good beer🍺🍻 Friendly staff 😄😊 Lovely food🥩🍖(pork chop) Traditional German pub🇩🇪🍺 Local Folk music 🎶🎵

Upon arrival at this place, I asked the waiter if I can pay by card. He said yes. I ordered Kolsch. I went to pay and another waiter told me that if the bill is under 20, they cannot accept card. I did not have any cash upon me. So they charged more for this. I do not recommend this place. Very rude behaviour.

What a fantastic little pub. Great atmosphere, nice beer and good food. The service was also excellent and very friendly. Food menu was extensive, we loved the blood sausage and the halve hahn. Food seemed to be served until fairly late too which was handy. Can't wait to visit again

Were with my colleagues in this bar first time. We were impressed by perfect service and very charming waiter - 10 points goes to him! Very delicious meal, good beer, nice vibe :) We had a wonderful evening! Thank you! Best wishes from Lithuania!

Not sure where the dozen Kölsch went that were noted on the coaster - they must have been very good! Still one of the coolest pubs in Cologne, and the food is also not too bad.

A great place for a good meal. Starter, soup, main course, dessert, all carefully prepared with an excellent taste. Staff is very friendly as well.

One Michelin-star restaurant--they have renewed it every year for quite a while now. Simply amazing dishes. They can also work with you to create a menu for a special event or occasion.

Diner was excellent with really nice staff. The rooms were tidy and the bed was comfortable.

Nice hotel, lovely staff, very nice food and close restaurant

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Nice cafe inside the Botanical Garden, good food and wine. Great location

Great location, but no service at the table. The QR codes also didn't work. That said, easy enough to get it yourself and enjoy the goodness in a green space.

Fun idea! Picnic at the park without having to pack it yourself and sit on a lawn. Had the kartoffel salat, kartoffel brochen, bretzel and beverages. Simple and perfect.

The idea of ​​the restaurant is nice as if you are out for a picnic ordering what you want to eat and drink and take it with you in the basket and sit and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere in the garden, the service is good, but the options for eating are few, it could be more, but it is worth the visit.

Fabulous experience! Great cake (in jars!) and milk coffee in a beautiful botanical garden setting. Our favorite location in Cologne ...

one of my favorite cafés in Cologne. I really love it there and everything Ive ordered was great.

Very cute little kiosk with everything you need to refresh and enjoy the nice park and its atmosphere. Top!

Big and spacious restaurant with a good selection of food and drinks. I opted for the risotto from the seasonal card which was delicious. Also tried the soup which was delicious . Service is fast and the waitress is always checking on you. Bathrooms were not the cleanest. Given we were therr on a saturday evening, it was quite packed and lively but also loud.

I had attended a party of a conference in this nice place. Diverse environment with a cool dance area.

Visiting from the US with our teenagers, was looking for an outdoor dinner since it was a Saturday night. The staff were particularly nice and helpful with seating and ordering on an only German menu. The downside... the food was very very bland and expensive. The presentation was great but it lacked flavor and needed salt/seasoning. I would definitely return for drinks but I would skip the food.

The food was good and the portions were huge, but many of the dishes in the menu were not available.

Cool bar/ restaurant. We went for the Biergarten and it was big and the staff was friendly

I was for a visit a my hometown having dinner with family members..we ordered several appetizers in " family style" the food was fresh and very tasty...the service fab.Hope to be back one day.

Great food, booked a table easily and the staff were really helpful for our group. Will book again

Although I have been to and loved the Christmas Market in Stadtgarten for many years, I had never eaten in the restaurant before a couple of days ago, when I went with a couple of friends. We all enjoyed the flavorful vegan burger and exceptional fries. I had a cappuccino too. Great service. The outdoor seating was shaded and enchanting.

Very cool place at the edge of the park. Food is excellent and the service friendly and efficient. If you’re lucky, you might catch a live music performance over weekends.

Atmosphere is really nice, however service really really slow.

Pleasant Cafe. Not loud. Background music quiet enough so that you can talk without shouting. Good coffee.

Pretty place with a small Christmas market nearby.

This is specifically for the burger and drinks trucks and not the restaurant itself, which is lovely. May 1st we arrived well before 2pm waiting on the burger truck opening, as it had been recommended to us. 2pm came, nothing. At 2.15 were told another 12 minutes. It didn't open until an hour later with staff inside taking an absolute age to open. Ny this time we are hungry, annoyed and almost going elsewhere. The staff also were being shown absolutely everything by one chef who was also taking orders, so everything took another age. It wasn't until 330pm we started to eat. Total shambles Food was nice but not worth such a wait and in typical German fashion, no apologies or explanation for their customers.

It’s in middle of the city so it’s crowded and hard to get a table. You need to stand in different queues to get drinks and food, so if u come alone u spend 30 minutes getting the order. Service is also slow.. just a great ambience to chill over beers

Well stocked shop but a little expensive, there are kiosks nearby that are cheaper, I guess it is a petrol station and much like the UK you pay a premium for it being open later. Shops was clean, tidy and well presented.

This place has double charged me and my fellow coworkers multiple times for goods in store. One should double check the receipt after making purchases. Once or even twice potential mistake. But this? ...This is out of hand. I am but a foreigner in a beautiful land

One of the busiest, well located in Hilversum. I give this place five stars 🖐️

Have been to Dresden, Munich, fussen, wursburg, Frankfurt, Mainz n finally in cologne. Cheapest diesel price I’ve seen in the longest time, since the Ukraine issue. Prepare to queue for the pump, cashier is very friendly as well and their pastries are reasonably priced for a fast bite. Will be pumping here before we leave for Hamburg.

...best gas station in town! I fill the car with gas, the displacement is perfect👌 Two types of filling adapter, German and Italian. At the gas station there is a tire pump and a vacuum cleaner. There is everything you need to buy in the car, and sweets for yourself ☕🍰

Just went to buy food, after midnight... Few places was open that time. One of the fogazza (cheese) was old and hard, the other one (chicken) was very good and tasty

Little bit expensive. No E10 !

I liked the interior and the atmosphere. The food was good but I didn't want to go twice because the choice is a bit limited. The staff were friendly. The only problem is that it closes very early, so being rushed to finish one's food, tarnishes the whole occasion, as well as a poor range of spirits. I would probably go again if I was within walking distance. Nice but limited.

Outside table under sunshine and proper wind makes good mood with fresh beer.

I had their equivalent of Sunday roast beef with potato dumplings and red cabbages (sauerkraut) topped with very dark and rich gravy. Meat was tender and potatoes were heavenly. I'd come here again next time we're in Germany.

The food is always delicious and the staff are so friendly and welcoming always!!!!!!! We were offered the festive dessert as a treat and I must say that it was simply perfect!!!!!!!! The restaurant is celebrating it's 120th anniversary this year and we would like to wish it's owners the best of luck always with many happy and successful returns!!!!!!!! Thank you for everything!!!!!!!!! Looking forward for our next visit...😁

Not that impressive. Food was OK but did cost too much for what it was. They offer special services for riders and their horses and also have bars (stanchions) for tying also. I only know these services second hand so I can't rate them. Sounds fun for rides though.

I've been here a few times, always business dinners, some with a large carte and some with buffet. The food is fine, the surrounding too. Since I'm always here in winter or late in the day here, I haven't enjoyed the surrounding area. I side it is so. Please, clean, nice.

honestly: ugh. i ordered a Jägerschnitzel (basically schnitzle with champignons and creamy sauce) which tasted like a book, idk what they’re trying to with this. The sauce was basically a puddle of water with a hint of cream, there was legit no taste. For the price we paid (yes my parents were not satisfied as well) i wouldn’t recommend u to come and eat here. could’ve gone to mcdonald’s and would’ve been more satisfied with shredded chickens :-) service was very friendly and quick though.

Nice small bar in the middle of the old town, there is a nice old woman who works there, she helped us in bear selection

Nice place with a good, but static beer selection. The only noise was American music.

Not a real museum, but the best selection of traditional local beers (on tap + bottles) in town! 🍻

Doesn't speak much English here and everything is in German so a language barrier is definitely present here. Opened late and 1 customer when I went... I didn't feel welcome here but I did sample the October fest beer at 5.50 e so not a waste of time but if more accommodating I would have sampled more beer... 3 star is OK but not great and I probably won't go back in a hurry...

Very bad experience. I do not recommend foreigners to go there. If you are german you could go. Apparently he just does not like foreigners After us some germans came in and he immediately started to behave very friendly. Kind of interesing. Unfreundlich, unhöflich und die Kneipe war echt dreckig.

You can't pay with card if it is less than 10 euros. And their so called fresh Leffe blond tastes like vinegar.

Cool place for a quick drink but I would avoid the toilets.

Location is really nice. Few beach volley fields, a small restaurant with some basic pub food options. The service there is good. Friendly waiters and food was delivered fast. However in my opinion, expensive for the qualoty and quantity of food. 15euro for a small chicken burger with oversalted and overdone sweet potato fries . Would be back for the beach volley and maybe for drinks but not for food.

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Great venue, with lovely staff. The Oberdorfer Helles was fantastic too 👍

Super fun spot to go in Cologne with friends or for work events. Great food, drinks; atmosphere is top. Highly recommend!

Nice semi-outdoors pub/sports bar near the main Cologne soccer stadium; food available: burgers & fries, pasta, salads, etc. More than just bar food but less than full-service restaurant.

The space was fine, but the festival reggaeton open air was nothing too special, the music was fine but somehow repeated and small place to hold a festival

Nice place for beach volleyball in the summer and usually some ice skating for kids in the winter. Cozy restaurant with rather basic good.

The place might look nice, but our experience was ruined by the an employee. We were treated with blatant disrespect and made to feel completely unwelcome. This all happened simply because our friend put a bottle of water from her hand onto the table. Such petty, unprofessional behavior completely overshadows whatever the place might offer. I cannot recommend it.

Mixed service, one friendly, one a bit curt. Drinks service was a bit slow and the food arrived shortly after. Tasty food, good portions, can understand some of the negative reviews, especially about cleanliness, however, all in all we enjoyed our experience!

The food - DELICIOUS! definitely recommend! Come here if you’re in the area! Service was amazing!

August 2021: It is an awesome restaurant! I believe that I have been there 4 or 5 times. They have really good food! The view from the terrace is awesome and the prices are fair. I would improve the attendance and cleaning, but these are not a disaster. July 2022: It continues very good and they improved the service!

We were treated with clear disrespect and made to feel unwelcome—for absolutely nothing. Our friend simply placed a bottle of water on the table, and that was enough for an employee to act rudely

Get yelled at for waiting to order drinks. Horrible place and horrible waitresses. The short dark hair girl should try a job where there's no contact to people

A bit of a modern hall, not much character. Decent service though, and plenty of space.