Hanse Stube

The tasting menu dinner for two at this romantic and elegant restaurant was truly exceptional. Each course showcased impressive creativity and sophistication, making beautiful use of local and seasonal ingredients like white asparagus, chanterelles, and rhubarb. The atmosphere struck a perfect balance between inviting warmth and understated luxury, complemented by attentive and personable service. Our waiter added an extra touch of joy to the evening with his humor and friendly manner, making our meal even more memorable. We were fortunate to secure a reservation upon our hotel arrival and were seated immediately. However, if you’d like to enjoy a meal outdoors in their charming courtyard, I recommend booking your table well in advance.

From the moment we arrived, the service was attentive and welcoming. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between elegance, class, and comfort — ideal for both business dinners and relaxed evenings. The menu featured a refined selection of local and international dishes, beautifully presented and full of flavor. Every course was thoughtfully prepared, and the wine list was impressive with excellent pairing recommendations. A special shoutout to the staff for their professionalism and warmth — they truly elevated the experience. Highly recommended if you're in Cologne and looking for a high-quality dining spot with excellent service and a sophisticated atmosphere.

Wonderful fine dinning experience with a team of 15. Elegant setting, personalized service and wonderful dishes. Highly recommended!

We tried the tasting menu and loved the food! The service was very nice as well. Restaurant decor was lovely.

A mixed bag I read all the previous reviews before i went to the restaurant, and well I prob still say things similar to prior reviews.... Restaurant - the restaurant sits inside one of the oldest hotels of cologne and yes you can feel the vintage atmosphere of it. Food - the food indeed came salty. I decided to try their seasonal menu instead of the lunch set. The cooking was good, but well that is to be expected from this level of restaurant. Service - the staffs are friendly for sure, but unfortunately not professional. I can understand comments from earlier reviews. Verdict : i guess you can give it a miss if you are looking for exceptional fine dining experiences. But if you are looking for a fancy restaurant in this historic town, sure why not? I spent c. 60 euro for 1 main and 1 still water.