Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in Cologne

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Updated 05 December 2024

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La Société

4.9

4.9 (244)

€51 and over

European

Neustadt-Süd

About the restaurant

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Johan

Dined on 22 Aug 2024

A delightful surprise of a gem in Cologne. Inspired and surpring cooking at a very high level. Wonderful, friendly service and a sommelier with a safe hand guiding us to spectacular, reasonably priced choices. I'll be back!

Taku im Excelsior Hotel Ernst

4.8

4.8 (178)

€31 to €50

Asian

Altstadt/Nord

About the restaurant

Award-winning cuisine right next to Cologne Cathedral: The Michelin-starred restaurant taku serves East Asian fusion cuisine in a modern, Far Eastern ambience. The cooking style of Michelin-starred chef Mirko Gaul is a modern concept of "Asian Fusion”. Gaul reimagines the flavors of the haute cuisine of Japan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia. Executive Pastry Chef Fabian Scheithe pampers the guests with his extraordinary desserts. His sweet delicacies form the grand finale of every menu. Restaurant manager Christoph Gonzalez deliberately focuses on organic wines and gladly recommends corresponding wines. The taku has been awarded with one Michelin-star for years, 8/10 pans in Gusto and 16/20 points at the Gault Millau. The interior of the starred restaurant creates an elegant and Asian inspired atmosphere. Calm colors and light installations reflect the ambience of Asia.

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Denis

Dined on 12 Oct 2024

When traveling for pleasure, especially internationally, visiting some of the better restaurants in a given town is one of my higher priorities and pleasures. I have eaten at many restaurants with Michelin stars, and I can say with confidence that Taku is in the very top rank of restaurants at which I have had the pleasure to enjoy a supremely excellent meal and dining experience. The food is imaginative, thought-provoking, delicious, perfectly executed, and memorable in all positive ways. Each course was a true delight for the taste and for the eyes. The "club sandwich" course with a kind of Tonkatsu tuna "cutlet" on perfectly toasted brioche was a real standout. The servers are exceptionally talented, hitting just the right balance of friendliness and knowledge, without being stiff or robotic or overly formal at all. Each seemed to express real personality and enjoyment. I speak okay German, and everyone was willing to switch back and forth from German to English as needed. The sommelier was a real standout, sharing his enthusiasm for the wine choices, and explaining each wine happily and well. The pour on each wine-pairing was just right too. Sometimes in restaurants you barely get enough for 2-3 sips; however, here you received a nice half-glass ~ enough to enjoy with the course and a bit after until the next course. The pacing of the meal was excellent too, with no long waits between courses. All in all, it was an excellent meal. Highly recommended.

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Henne Weinbar Köln

4.8

4.8 (915)

€31 to €50

Bistro

Altstadt/Nord

About the restaurant

Die wesentliche Grundlage unserer Küche ist es, auf die klassische Menü-Folge Vorspeise-Zwischengang-Hauptgang-Dessert zu verzichten. Der Gast soll, ähnlich wie in den vielen sehr erfolgreichen spanischen Restaurants, jedes Gericht jederzeit bestellen können, also nach Lust und Laune nachbestellen, mit Freunden teilen oder einfach hintereinander weg als großes Menü essen. Dabei haben alle Gerichte die gleiche Größe und es wird keinen Hauptgang im dimensionierten Sinne geben. Die besten Grundprodukte stehen dabei im Vordergrund. Wir freuen uns darauf, Ihnen den Tisch mit kleinen leckeren Sachen voll zu machen. Wenn Sie noch nicht wissen, ob Sie großen Appetit haben, nehmen Sie doch erst einmal einen Drink an der Bar, ein Glas Wein oder ein erfrischendes Kölsch, dazu eine Kleinigkeit. Wenn Sie die köstlichen kleinen Gerichte sehen, kommt die Lust auf MEHR! Bestimmt.

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Greg

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

Great food and lovely wines in a warm and lively but not too noisy atmosphere. Service is also amazing.

Ouzeria

4.8

4.8 (190)

€51 and over

Crossover

Neustadt-Nord

About the restaurant

Casual Fine Dining - Crossover Küche mit einem Touch Fine Dining und Fusion, in lockerer und gemütlicher Atmosphäre mit tollem Service und einer spannenden, größten Teils griechischen Weinkarte.

Schaut vorbei und überzeugt Euch selbst!

Wir freuen uns auf Euch!

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Jean-Laurent

Dined on 29 Nov 2024

Amazing food, great wine and lovely staff, it was perfect!

Il Bagutta

4.8

4.8 (255)

€31 to €50

Italian

Neustadt-Süd

About the restaurant

Eine schöne Zeit in lockerer Atmosphäre und einfach gutes, italienisches Essen? Im Il Bagutta verwöhnen wir dich mit kulinarischer Spitzenqualität. Wir lieben es, unsere eigenen Lieblingsgerichte und besten Weine zu präsentieren und dir dabei ein Lächeln aufs Gesicht zu zaubern. Für einen gemütlichen Familienabend, eine Verabredung oder die nächste Firmenfeier - bei uns fühlt sich jeder wohl. Wir freuen uns auf dich!

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Kenny

Dined on 2 Dec 2024

Fabulous food, great service, and lovely wine. Would thoroughly recommend!

phaedra Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (368)

€51 and over

Mediterranean

Neustadt-Süd

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Aron

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

The food was alright however a little bit expensive.

Astrein

4.7

4.7 (179)

€51 and over

French

Neustadt-Nord

About the restaurant

Liebe Gäst*innen,

wir das Team des Astrein freuen uns sehr dass Sie sich für einen Besuch in unserem Restaurant entschieden haben.
Falls Sie keinen Tisch in unserem Restaurant Reservieren können, rufen Sie bitte unter Folgender Nummer 0221 / 95623990im Restaurant an. Wir sind immer ab 15.00 Uhr zu erreichen.

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AveryVIP

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

The meal and overall experience was fantastic. Flavors were uniquely curated and matched together with amazing balance. The Catfish and Eel pairing was a delightful creamy smokiness with the feel of an elevated fish chowder. The Venison was fantastic. Cooked perfectly and paired with a tart cranberry sauce. Thank you team at Astrein

Da’s Lupo

4.6

4.6 (162)

€31 to €50

Italian

Neustadt-Süd

About the restaurant

Köstliche Speisen am Puls der Zeit, in moderner Atmosphäre, genießt du in unserem jungen Konzept inmitten der Südstadt.

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Mubarak

Dined on 13 Sept 2024

Excellent restaurant! The food was exceptional. Very generous portions and the service was superb. Would definitely come back next visit to Cologne

Wackes Weinstube

4.6

4.6 (20)

€31 to €50

French

Altstadt/Süd

About the restaurant

Der Wackes – ein Stück Frankreich mitten in Köln

Nahe dem Rudolfplatz, in unmittelbarer Nähe zur Ehrenstraße und dem Friesenviertel, erwartet Sie eine kleine Reise ins Elsass. Unsere Karte lädt mit Klassikern der elsässischen Küche und gutbürgerlicher französischer Küche zu kulinarischen Exkursionen ein. Begleitet von einer großen Auswahl elsässer und anderer französischer Weine erwartet Sie das Elsass da, wo Sie es am wenigsten erwarten - in der Kölner Innenstadt.

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Dirk

Dined on 14 Nov 2024

It does not do complete justice to call Wackes a hidden gem, as it already exists at the same location for more than 30 years. I come here ever since, when I am in Cologne. Authentic Alsatian food at ist best, never been disappointed. I was a bit concerned as it was the first time i visited after the founder handed the restaurant to its new owners, but for no reason! Food quality and service are top notch! Thank you for the wonderful evening.

El Gaucho original argentinisches Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (292)

€30 and under

Argentinean

Neustadt-Süd

About the restaurant

When you arrive at the El Gaucho, you immediately feel at home.

A 'Welcome' at reception, a rustic ambience, a tasty steak, fresh salad and a good wine with friendly service - all this makes a stay in one of the most renowned restaurants in Cologne not only extremely pleasant, but also an unforgettable experience. The El Gaucho is the first and oldest Argentinian restaurant in Germany.
For more than 50 years in Cologne we have been preparing our guests real Argentinian sprue steaks on the open grill in the middle of our restaurant. Watch and enjoy our Argentinian specialties like the gauchos in the pampas.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

excellent food and service

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