Masala Empire - Menu

Neptunplatz 6A, 50823 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Neuehrenfeld

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Masala Empire

Phone: +4922145304305

Address: Neptunplatz 6A, 50823 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Neuehrenfeld

City: Neuehrenfeld

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 1268

Website: http://masala-empire.com

"The Location is superb , looks wonderful in the evening, feels like a place discovered while on vacation and there is Underground parking. The place remains quite full (even for a Monday night , so make sure to book ahead. The servers are friendly and...the ambience is lovely. I wish I could mention the food in the same breath, that would have been fantastic. First I will start with recommended dishes , that are must haves when here. The garlic naan is flaky the right way and tastes amazing along with the delicious Palak Paneer(Spinach with cheese cubes) and has the amazing garlicky flavour that reminds of home. Another dish to go for is Mughlai Chicken( Chicken simmered in Cashew nuts gravy) . The dishes I found would have tasted better are Mutton Roghan josh, Govi (Cauliflower) 65 and chicken 65. These had no resemblance to the original recipies and were doused in food colour. I was indeed sad to see these items after I have been pleasantly surprised with the above ones! The usual fair of drinks like Lassi and lemonade are good and they also serve many cakes and nice coffee. It also serves a nice combination of South and north Indian food. Samosa tasted alright only if you must not expect it to be like in India. So go , visit the place by all means, and if you can't take the heat, ask them to lighten the food for you."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Indian

Soups

Beef

Vorspeisen

Vegetarian Dishes

Pakora - Starters

Bread

Vorspeisen / Appetizers

Fish Dishes

Chef's Specialties

Entrées

Chicken Specialties

Curries

Seafood Specialties

Naan Delights

Vegetarian

Course 3 - Mains

Prawn Dishes

Beef Dishes

Pains Maison

Curry

Choose Your Sides

Kabobs

Vegetarian Specialties

Main Course Seafood

Beef Entrees

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Very nice ambient. Tasty food. It is really spicy, the south one...I mean not European spicy Really nice service and a great choice of food. Nice atmosphere outside. Bon Appetit!

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eventually a restaurant serving north AND South Indian kitchen and even Ayurvedic foo! Authentic and delicious and the staff is very friendly. Kuldeep served us, the service was excellent, he was super friendly and made us smile!thanks!


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location Indian restaurant with North and South Indian foods (the latter are quite rare in Germany) food quality was ok, service friendly and fast. however: I don't know why we were all extremely thirsty for the rest of the day (much salt)


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A great evening at Masala Empire: delicious and absolutely authentic food (including Malayalee dishes nice and tasty drinks, and friendly and attentive staff (regards to Kuldeep! Perfect elements for a wonderful evening in Cologne! Thanks, guys! We. Will. Return. For sure. View menu


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the food was delicious and the service was also ok. I like the place while eating is not annoyingly seasoned and we found in india, it was still more interesting than I had in many other Indian and Indian inspired places....Overal, a pleasant experience! I would like to see a point between average and very good for this place, so they consider this a 3-3,5-star rating over everyone.


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it was a very hot evening and so the restaurant was very busy (outside), which then caused the service. they had to wait a very long time to order a drink and finally the food. the staff were friendly and smiled during their busy. even certainly not complaining with eating as it was fantastic. the facility in restaurant is also very good. in any case worth a visit, but expect only a little wait on hot weekends.


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A very nice part of Indian food in Ehrenfeld. In a warm and friendly atmosphere enjoy some good Indian food. The dishes look small but are more than satisfying. You might need some patience as the kitchen takes it time to prepare your food but...lounging on a big couch the wait is not a problem at all. Even when the place is full (or almost full both times when I visited) it's still does not feel like a crowded restaurant. View menu


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Masala Empire is definitely one of my most favorite restaurants. There are not many places where not only the food tasteful but where you also find an atmosphere is well designed for an authentic yet contemporary experience. If you ever been to Dishoom in London...you know what I'm talking about. The best part is that it's not just about food, you can go there any time of the day, to work, read, write while having great coffee, tea or drinks. It's a must do if you haven't been!!!


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I was looking for a coffee somewhere while I was waiting to meet a friend and saw the outside seats wandered down from the main street. it was a great fund that personal was beautiful and took time to explain what they have in English when they realized that I did not speak German very well. the coffee was great, very strong, but the location was fabulous. it was during the kologne karneval time and I sat at one of the outer tables to watch all in their costumes in the sunshine. I could have stayed there all day, but unfortunately I had to go, I hope that next week I must go through kokain again and eat there when I do, I will update my review. I look forward to it.


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The Location is superb , looks wonderful in the evening, feels like a place discovered while on vacation and there is Underground parking. The place remains quite full (even for a Monday night , so make sure to book ahead. The servers are friendly and...the ambience is lovely. I wish I could mention the food in the same breath, that would have been fantastic. First I will start with recommended dishes , that are must haves when here. The garlic naan is flaky the right way and tastes amazing along with the delicious Palak Paneer(Spinach with cheese cubes) and has the amazing garlicky flavour that reminds of home. Another dish to go for is Mughlai Chicken( Chicken simmered in Cashew nuts gravy... View menu

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  • Tee Explore our selection of soothing teas, offering both classic and exotic blends. Perfectly brewed to awaken your senses, indulge in our range for a moment of tranquility and flavor in every sip.
  • Käse A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments. View menu
  • Huhn Succulent and savory, our chicken dishes are crafted with tender meat, flavorful seasonings, and diverse culinary inspirations. Enjoy a delectable variety that's sure to satisfy every palate.
  • Kaffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.

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