The Best Local Restaurants in Cologne

Explore the best local restaurants in Cologne. From traditional German food to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Savor vegan fast food at Bärenstark or enjoy regional and German classics at Knippschild Werk 2. For a taste of Asia, Bai Lu Noodles is a must-visit. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Cologne.

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Knippschild Werk 2

Gastropub in Köln Dellbrück

Knippschild Werk 2 is a rather small family-run restaurant with 30 seats inside and 18 seats in the biergarten, and multiple kinds of Schnitzel!

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Justine

Vandendorpe

Jul 10, 2025
Kunstbruder Cologne

Kunstbruder

The restaurant in an art gallery

"Kunstbruder" in Cologne is a restaurant inside a street art gallery! I love their varied, international menu -- I always get something different...

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Lea

Renner

Jul 10, 2025

Alte Metzgerei

Best burgers in Dellbrück

At Alte Metzgerei the burgers and burritos are made from regional products and contain a 150g homemade patty made from 100% responsibly raised beef.

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Justine

Vandendorpe

Jun 30, 2025

Bai Lu Noodles

Chongqing cuisine in Altstadt-Nord

Bai Lu Noodles dishes can be quite spicy, but you can ask for milder versions, and they offer hot pots with homemade noodles or dumplings.

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Justine

Vandendorpe

Jun 30, 2025

Le‘zzet

Best Turkish breakfast in Chorweiler

"Le'zzet" in Chorweiler, Cologne offers amazing Turkish breakfast! It always takes me to another world...

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Julia

Krakau

Jun 30, 2025

Chennai Chef

The Taste of South India in Cologne

Chennai Chef may look modest, but it serves some of the best South Indian food in Cologne. Don’t miss the Mysore Masala Dosa and cumin lassi combo!

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Julia

Krakau

Jun 27, 2025

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