The veggie pizza was really good&mdash;fresh ingredients, nice flavor. Place gets packed though, so expect a bit of a wait.

Drove an hour just for the lamb karahi again. Meat was properly tender, spices balanced without burning. Butter naan soaked up the gravy nicely. Fresh coriander on top made it. Wish they&#39;d add more green chilies on the side though.

Got turned away at last call, staff passed us around a bit. Understandable but felt kinda rude. Maybe try earlier next time.

No. 3 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Cologne

Stopped by for dinner and a glass of red wine. Pizza was solid, really solid. The crust had that proper char, not too thick. Place has a nice buzz, feels like a real family operation. My wine pairing worked well with the margherita. Service was a bit stretched, but they were friendly about it. Would come back for the pizza alone.

Food&#39;s decent, service friendly, but prices are steep for the portions. Typical busy brauhaus vibe, just smoky when crowded.

The glasshouse setting really got me &mdash; lots of natural light, plants everywhere, felt almost like dining outside but without the wind. I stayed longer than planned just because the space was so comfortable. Food was good too, though nothing mind-blowing. Just a nice spot to sit and take your time.

No. 9 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Cologne

The pasta&#39;s still as good as the first time I came here. That lemon and saffron sauce is the one I keep thinking about. Portions are big enough to share, or just take half home.

The sauerbraten was solid, venison too. Kids crushed their schnitzel without complaints. Service dragged a bit, place was packed. But honestly, the food saved it. Quick bite if you&#39;re in the area and don&#39;t mind waiting a little.

The Argentinian steak was cooked just right, really juicy and full of flavor. Our waitress was super friendly, made the whole evening feel easy. Only thing, the place got a bit loud later on, but that didn&#39;t bother us much. Solid spot if you&#39;re in the mood for a good cut of meat.

Stopped by for a late lunch and grabbed a table near the window. The K&ouml;lsch was ice cold, just how it should be. Had the schnitzel with fries &mdash; decent portion, crispy enough. Place was busy but not chaotic. Old photos on the walls give it that proper local pub vibe. Service was friendly, though we waited a bit for the bill. Fine for a casual bite.

We came for dinner and I really liked how comfortable the seating was. The lamb shank was tender and had good flavor. Service was friendly but not hovering, which I appreciate. It&#39;s a nice spot if you want a relaxed evening without any fuss. Maybe a little pricey, but I left feeling satisfied.

The meat cannelloni was spot on, hot and tasty. Service dragged a bit though, big group that night probably didn&#39;t help.

Stopped by for a quick dinner and grabbed a few rolls. The spicy tuna one had a nice kick, sauce wasn&#39;t overpowering. Salad on the side was actually fresh, not the sad wilted stuff. Prices felt right for what you get. Would&#39;ve liked a sake option that wasn&#39;t too sweet, but the beer list covered me fine.

Fresh ingredients, decent portions, and the build-your-own option works well. Staff got me through the line fast. Solid lunch spot if you&#39;re near the Dom.

Been coming here for a while now, and the kitchen stays consistent. Had the asparagus cream soup again&mdash;still the best I&#39;ve had anywhere. Main was a veal dish, meat properly tender, pasta cooked right. Place gets busy, but they handle it fine. Solid choice if you want proper food without the fuss. 🍷

The cocktails were excellent and the staff really friendly. We were five people and everyone enjoyed their food. A bit loud inside but that added to the vibe.

Been coming here for brunch on and off for years. Food&#39;s pretty good, hot and cold options plus drinks included. Staff are friendly enough, never had to wait long for a table. Quality holds up each time, which is more than I can say for most places. Only thing is it gets a bit noisy on weekends, but that&#39;s expected.

Found this place while wandering around Cologne. The wine list is really well picked, went well with my meal. Only downside: seating is a bit cramped. Prices are on the higher side but the food quality makes up for it.

Walked in at 7 without a booking, got seated straight away. Lasagna was solid, still one of the better ones I&#39;ve had around here.

The food was decent, but honestly I expected a bit more from a Michelin-starred place. Some plates just didn&#39;t have that special touch. Service was friendly though, just a little off at times. Our waiter was nice enough, but we had to ask twice for the bill. Comfortable seating, I&#39;ll give them that. Not sure I&#39;d rush back, but it wasn&#39;t a bad evening either.

We stopped by for a late breakfast and I had the omelette and a coffee. It was fine, nothing fancy, but the staff were really accommodating. They even had English menus, which made ordering so much easier. I appreciated that. The place was fairly quiet, so we could sit and take our time. Good enough for a relaxed morning.

Came here with a big group for a farewell breakfast. Waitress kept everything running smooth, even with all of us ordering at once. Food was solid, nothing fancy but did the job.

Been coming here for a while now. The wood-fired pizzas are still generous and tasty, that&#39;s why I keep going back. Pasta&#39;s solid too, though I usually stick to the pizza. It gets pretty busy, so I always book ahead. Not the quietest place, but the food&#39;s consistent. That&#39;s what matters to me.

The sushi was decent but honestly the steak surprised me more. Portions are big enough that I left full. Train access makes it super easy to get to.

Grilled octopus was spot on, seafood meze fresh too. Sat on the riverside terrace, nice when it&#39;s not too windy. Staff knew their wine list, helped us pick a good bottle. Solid spot for a quick lunch.

The grilled trout was really good, proper German cooking. Portion size felt a bit small for what you pay though. Fine for a casual dinner, just don&#39;t come starving.

Been coming here for years now. The schnitzel stays consistently good and the K&ouml;lsch keeps flowing. Cash only still catches people off guard though.

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