Regional restaurants in Deutschland/koeln

Restaurant JOSEPH'S is located in the modern Rheinauhafen in Cologne, right on the Rhine. The kitchen under the direction of Sebastian Ostlender offers South German and Austrian classics such as Original Wiener Schnitzel, Backhendl and Kaiserschmarrn. The weather-protected terrace with views over the Rhine to the Siebengebirge is particularly popular. Open for lunch and dinner, with a lunch menu Monday to Friday.

The Beef Club steakhouse in Cologne's Old Town, right on the Rhine, stands for refined and authentic cuisine with market-fresh, high-quality ingredients in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Fresh fish and Mediterranean dishes meet regional and seasonal cooking. Attentive service and a curated selection of wines round off an unforgettable evening at an exceptional location in Cologne.

Restaurant Slavia is located in the heart of Cologne's old town, right on the Rhine with a view of the church Groß St. Martin. For over 50 years it has been a fixture in Cologne, combining Croatian hospitality with Rhineland-Mediterranean cuisine. It offers a cozy atmosphere, a terrace with 140 seats and views of the Rhine, as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner. The house is run by owner Safin Shamdin, with international experience and a focus on quality and authenticity.

Brauhaus Johann Schäfer in Cologne's Südstadt combines a historic hall with a craft kitchen: regional and seasonal, with nose-to-tail processing and meat from farms with species-appropriate husbandry. Vegetarian and vegan requests are accommodated. Own Südstadt Pils, Südstadt Helles and Chlodwig Weizen as well as Gaffel Kölsch. On weekends, a hearty brewery breakfast; Thursday and Friday lunch specials.

Em Altertümche is a cozy restaurant in the heart of Cologne with hearty home-style cuisine and a classic atmosphere. In the Knights' Hall (up to 50 guests), Roman antiquities are integrated into the décor. The kitchen focuses on fresh ingredients, traditional and regional dishes as well as cuisine from around the world. The house is home to one of the last authentic bowling alleys in Cologne. Since 1992, guests have been treated to home cooking and changing lunch and dinner menus.

Restaurant Haus Scholzen is a family-owned traditional establishment in Cologne-Ehrenfeld, run by the same family since 1907. It offers refined Cologne-style hospitality with hearty home-style cooking, Cologne specialities and a seasonal daily menu. Cosy dining rooms with a copper bar, Delft tiles and a green inner courtyard invite you to linger.

Essers Gasthaus in Cologne-Neuehrenfeld is a place to feel at home and enjoy classic German home-style cooking. The focus is on regional dishes and specialities from Germany and Austria, along with a selection of wines and spirits and Mühlen-Kölsch beer. In summer there is a large beer garden. The kitchen emphasises regionality, seasonality and product quality; many suppliers are known personally.

Café-Restaurant Feynsinn at Rathenauplatz in Cologne combines café and restaurant under heavenly stucco ceilings. In the morning, there are exquisite and healthy breakfasts, at noon fresh and light dishes, in the afternoon homemade cakes and pastries with Moxxa coffee (organic and fair trade). In the evening, a fresh, creative evening menu with organic products and regional foods is served. The kitchen is a certified organic restaurant, works with the Alexian monastery garden and also offers vegan options as well as reservations and a terrace at Rathenauplatz.

The Haxenhaus is a restaurant and tavern in Cologne's old town, directly on the Rhine at Frankenwerft. For almost 30 years, freshly grilled pork knuckles and homemade bratwurst have been served here according to traditional recipes. The listed building maintains the venerable tavern tradition with sophisticated, hearty regional cuisine in a historic setting.

The Sünner Stube is the meeting point in Cologne-Lindenthal for eating, drinking and relaxing. The restaurant and beer bar offer a selection of southern German and Austrian dishes - classic with a modern touch. Celebrations and events are possible for up to 70 people.