Cologne Restaurants

  1. Alcazar

    This is the kind of place that never goes out of fashion, thanks to its winning combination of freshly prepared international dishes, unpretentious ambience and chirpy service. No food service in the afternoon.

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  2. Brennerei Weiss

    A gay-friendly, no-nonsense restaurant serving delicious German and regional cuisine.

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  3. Café Feynsinn

    Eccentric glass-chard chandeliers, a painted-sky ceiling and a mirror-backed bar festooned with twinkling lights give this neighbourhood favourite its own, easy-going charm. Come for great breakfast, homemade dishes or your favourite libation (50 malt whiskeys!).

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  4. Café Fleur

    This small and romantic café with its chandeliers and large gilded mirrors is a great place to linger over breakfast, cakes and light dishes or simply while away the time pouring over the free periodicals.

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  5. Engelbät

    This woodsy restaurant-pub is famous for its habit-forming crepes which come in 30 varieties - sweet, meat or vegetarian. From October to April it presents free concerts at noon on Sunday. Also popular for breakfast.

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  7. Falafel Salam

    This is Cologne's mother of all falafel snack bars. There's almost always a line for the freshly made and nicely spiced garbanzo (chickpea) balls paired with your choice of sauce. The late hours make it a popular refuelling stop for night owls.

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  8. Fischermann's

    This perennial favourite has minimalist décor, all the better so as not to distract you from the delicious crossover cuisine mixing German, Mediterranean and Asian flavours. Regulars often treat the place as a launch pad for a night on the razzle. Nice terrace in summer.

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  9. Graugans

    Dinner here is going to make a serious dent in your wallet, but fans of 'wok-meets-Western' cuisine will probably like what's on the plates at this elegant restaurant inside the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Romantic views of the Dom and the Altstadt skyline and superb wine list.

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  10. Osman 30

    The setting alone of this made-to-impress newcomer on the 30th floor of the KölnTurm would be spectacular, but fortunately the Mediterranean food can more than hold its own with the views. Cap your meal with libations served in the wine salon with its stylish white leather armchairs. High romance factor. Reservations essential.

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  11. Sumo

    This small and simple Japanese-run sushi parlour also serves soups, teriyaki, yakitori (grilled chicken on skewers) and other dishes. The lunch combinations are especially good.

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