Hunger sharpens the mind, and that applies more than ever in Corona times. But so that you don’t have to rack your brains when choosing tonight’s dinner, we present a list of eight of the most popular restaurants in Cologne that have adapted to the lockdown with takeaway and delivery service. Have your order delivered to your home or pick it up at the window yourself, support your favorite eateries and… dig in!
Karl Hermann’s
The real burger fans are at home here: beef from species-appropriate farming (Boeuf de Hohenlohe), buttery, fluffy brioche buns, fresh, delicious fries… The veggie burgers also taste great here. Of course, high quality means spending more money, but at Karl Hermanns every mouthful is worth its price.
Orders can be placed by phone: 0221-59557960. Web: www.karlhermanns.de
A little bit of French “savoir-vivre” in the cathedral city. The most popular bistro among Cologne’s gourmets finally offers its delicacies for delivery. Heavenly cheese and wine lists from all over our neighboring country, seafood platters, deluxe grill packages and many, many extras – Le Moissonnier brings authentic French cuisine to your home.
Orders exclusively via the web: www.le-moi.de
At Grandma Kleinmann’s
An authentic Cologne institution – this pub offers dishes of a size that are a real challenge for diners. The menu is particularly varied and whether it’s gazpacho, pulled pääd or roast pork neck – all the dishes are delicious. But the classic here is the schnitzel: in a large selection, with a delicious side dish and, of course, in the traditionally huge portions. At Oma Kleinmann you can eat without end at a reasonable price.
Pick-up by telephone reservation under 0221-232346. Web: www.beiomakleinmann.de
Gruber’s Restaurant
Fancy some Austrian cuisine? Traditional or modern? Here you’ll find both and more. Grubers offers a large selection of traditional dishes and modern meals. And there is also a completely vegetarian menu. The wine list is also great, made up of a selection of the best wines from Styria, Wachau and Lake Neusiedl. Austrian delicacies for Dahoam.
Pre-order by phone or email. Web: www.grubersrestaurant.de
1980 Café & Banh Mi
Banh Mi, a French bread sandwich with a Vietnamese filling, comes from the cultural melting pot of colonial Indochina. And nowhere in Cologne does it taste better than at the 1980 Café, whether you’re a meat lover or a veggie. Advocates of more traditional Vietnamese cuisine will also be satisfied here with a varied menu and corresponding vegetarian alternatives. Ngon miệng.
Opening hours for takeaway can be found on the website: https://www.cafe-1980.de/
Kaizen
Paradise for sushi fans. An enormous selection of freshly prepared rolls, sashimi, nigiri and authentic Japanese main courses awaits guests. Vegetarians are of course also welcome, as are gourmets who appreciate surprising and innovative creations. Everyone gets their money’s worth for the mid-price segment.
Delivery and collection possible at 0221 16915037. Web: www.restaurant-kaizen.de
maiBeck
No virus or other nonsense will prevent lovers of haute cuisine from enjoying the cuisine of the two veteran chefs who give this restaurant its name. Michelin awarded this restaurant for good reason, and only those who try the take-home menu (including fish, meat and pasta dishes) will learn why.
Orders by e-mail only: fuerdich@maibeck.de
485degrees
Here it is: pizza made according to the century-old Napoletan recipe. This means leaving the dough to rest for 72 hours, adding authentic Italian ingredients and baking in a stone oven at 485 degrees for just 60 seconds. The result is a thick and fluffy crust, a thin base and, overall, the best pizza you can possibly taste in all of Cologne, whether you prefer meat or vegetarian. What are you waiting for? Andiamo!
Orders can be placed via the foodora app. Web: https://www.485grad.de/