Köln

Köln, Germany, is known for its historic cathedral, Kölsch beer, and hearty dishes like Himmel un Ääd, a mix of mashed potatoes and apples, often served with black pudding.

Toscanini

Toscanini

Jakobstraße 22, 50678, Köln, Germany

Pizza • Vegetarier • Mittelmeer • Europäisch


"After a horrendous drive up from Munich we needed some good old fashioned culinary comfort and boy did we get it. I booked a few hours in advance and my non-existent German wasn’t a problem, the receptionist spoke English well and was happy to take...our booking. Traffic and roadworks meant that we were running late but the restaurant was more than happy to shift our booking 30 minutes and accommodate. When we arrived we were struck by an informal and buzzing environment. The customers seemed relaxed and at ease as the friendly staff buzzed around tending to their needs. My wife ordered a delicious orange and carrot soup for a starter and I had a rather simple bruschetta, rocket and parmesan dish. For main courses my two boys ordered pizza, which although made which gouda rather than mozzarella were delicious; stone-baked in an enormous clay oven and huge! Our 14 year old was delighted and although our youngest struggled to finish his pizza the staff were more than happy to wrap it up for him to take away. My wife enjoyed spaghetti, garlic, chilli with extra shrimps and I was blown away by the tagliatelle with beef steak strips, mushroom and truffle. I’m not exaggerating when I say it was one of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had. We finished off with tiramisu to share between four and my wife and I were gifted a limoncello and grappa. The cost was less than €90 for the four of us. We felt spoiled and really happy with a terrific meal at a terrific price. I heartily recommend Toscanini. What a warm and friendly restaurant. An utter delight."