Brauhaus FRÜH am Dom in Köln

It was kind. I guess it was because we were a family of 5 including 3 children. We were guided to a quiet place inside.

Don't go. The waiter led us in and pointed out a seat. We moved to the one next to us. The waiter came over and insisted that we get up and go to the original place (connected with others). We didn't want to, and wanted to negotiate because someone had a birthday, and asked if we could change it. Everything was normal up to this point, but she said directly, "No!" We were all confused and asked why? She said, "I am the waiter in this area. If you can't sit, you can't sit! Don't ask, this is my decision." Then I quarreled with her... (omitted here) Finally, "If you don't want to, you can go to another area, don't sit here." We chose another seat, and she also said no, and one of her colleagues led us to another area, a seat that no one wanted to sit 🙃. You are a tourist and you can't do anything. In the end, we just left. No matter where you sit, you will feel uncomfortable.

The Früh in Cologne is a place that perfectly reflects the typical charm and culinary soul of the city. Particularly noteworthy is the traditional dish "Himmel und Ääd", which brings a delicious piece of Rhenish culture to the plate with its distinctive mixture of mashed potatoes, applesauce and fried black pudding. Plus a freshly tapped Kölsch – what could be better? The interplay of hearty tradition and regional brewing art ensures an authentic and unforgettable experience. A must for anyone who wants to experience Cologne with all their senses! Cheers! 🍻

This place changed my mind about the bad service I had had so far in Cologne. The waiter was always attentive and polite. And the food was actually good.

Lovely authentic food, staff very strange though, insisting on tips and being pushy. Ruined the experience, but the vibe was amazing

Food was okay so far but unfortunately there were also guests there who didn't really belong there!!! There were several mice in the restaurant and that really spoiled the whole stay. With the thought that there might also be mice in the kitchen, the food wasn't that tasty anymore.

First and foremost, the food was great! Staff was lovely and great atmosphere, will come back.

It was one of the beer houses to visit in Cologne, we tried the famous Kölsch beer, it was delicious, the ambiance was nice, we tried the vienna schnitzel, it was made of veal and served with French fries, it was delicious. We also had red cabbage served hot as an appetizer, it was nice, and then there was a dessert with apples. We closed with apple pie apfelstrudel, apples sautéed with cinnamon, on a bed of sauce with milk, raisins and flaked almonds. I liked that too.

Sightseeing first-level theater A beer of around 200cc costs over 2 euros Four people enjoy three main meals, a meatless salad and eight beers for 100 euros German sausage is the most expensive and least impressive main meal, so I recommend not ordering it. If you don’t want to train your chin, boiled pig’s feet is the right choice

Very large and very full. Very nice and very noisy atmosphere.

If you want to drink coffee instead of Kölsch, the waiters are very unfriendly. That's probably why we had to wait an extra long time for service to eat. The sliced ​​meat was also far too fatty for me, heaven and earth tasted good.

I went there with my brother and his work friends and it was the best gastronomic experience in the city. I went with my brother and his friends and it was the best gastronomic experience in the city.

Have a delicious Kölsch or two or three. Always my pleasure.

Ambience good, service ok but food just average!

Great restaurant, with good food.

It's a small monument I don't know what its significance is but all tourist groups visit it

Restaurant in the center of Cologne a few steps from the cathedral. Excellent for enjoying kölsch and eating typical food. Normal prices in line with the area.

Quaint restaurant, attentive, friendly service

Very tasty food, nice staff, amazing how fast everything runs

The restaurant has the classic ambience that you would expect from a brewery. Very rustic and simply furnished, you can see a lot of wood, if the shop is full (and it always is), there is a lively and active feeling. The offer is on the one hand “Brauhaus-Typical” and on the other hand there are local specialties to choose from. In keeping with the cliché, the “Brauhaus portions” are very generous and filling. The taste is also satisfactory. However, the environment as such is too turbulent for me to be able to enjoy a certain amount of peace and quiet personally, or to be able to enjoy the food as such. What is also often the case in breweries: The selection is very often meat-heavy, which often limits someone.

Light beer in a 200ml bottle. It goes down great, you drink it and they'll give you another one. Great place. You can also get something to eat.

Even though there are so many portions here, the food is always good at a fair price. You actually always get a place. The staff is almost always friendly. I'd love to come back again and again!

Very large with great german food and great service.

We were at this restaurant recently and unfortunately had to see at least two mice running around the room. When we asked, the waiter simply said that they were “family” instead of apologizing. This raises questions about hygiene, especially in the kitchen. The experience was disappointing and I cannot recommend this restaurant.

Never again. The waiter was very unfriendly and tried to rip us off. Toilet was very dirty. Food is getting less and less but the price is getting higher and higher.

The taste of Schweinhaxen was as good as I expected. However, since it is larger than expected, we recommend ordering several dishes and sharing them. The size of the beer glass is too small, which can be disappointing. If you like alcohol, order a large glass. And, although the pig's feet are delicious at first, the more you eat them, the greasier they become. I think it would be more delicious if there was a salad or spicy sauce to eat with it.

Nice vault, the Kö was nice and quick. Just very, very loud there.

It was delicious, a bit noisy, but good. There was a lot of traditional German food.

I came out after eating on the terrace at 8 o'clock on the 28th. The male waiter working outside was extremely rude. He has been in Europe for ten years. I have seen many people like this, but tourists should be careful because they can feel very bad. There are many places with delicious food other than here. There are many places with delicious beer other than here. Even though I communicated in German, this place was extremely rude. I will just leave thinking that I have stepped in shit once.

One of the best Bauhaus in Cologne. Multiple rooms great beer and food and amazing pigs knuckle.

Historic brewery in Cologne. You eat well and drink their signature fruh beer. The problem is that it is very crowded with no control of the green pass and the number of entrances

Worst restaurant I’ve ever been to. One of the waiters (not the one serving us) started yelling at me just because I wanted to order another beer. Avoid this place!"

Quaint, rustic, typically Cologne

The food and drinks are terrific. I loved the Viennese schnitzel, their beer is delicious. You may have difficulty finding a place, it is best to make a reservation in advance. The service and staff are very kind and caring. We especially thank Mr. Yakup.

It is mostly a very old place that pretends to be traditional but really ends up looking stale and dull. Service is very poor and the Früh beer has a kind of Stella Artois simplistic taste, that does not represent the best of Kölsch beer. It's mostly a trap for tourists and a site for the locals to reminisce.

Excellent German still life like the old ones. Don't expect to be served, come in and find a table. The attention of the waiters is like that, if you get an older waiter the attention is going to be terrible, a young one will be excellent. No matter what drink you order, what you will receive is a beer. Despite the poor service, it is worth going and having this experience. Thank you 🖖

The kölsch is super tasty and the food is super delicious

Never had such a bad waiter before. Completely overwhelmed and, on top of that, rude. Food was cold and not particularly good. We then went on to the gaff and had a lot more fun there.

For €17.00 a bratwurst with a little melted savoy cabbage, which was half cold - and there wasn't even a small potato!! I can't recommend this to anyone. The sausage wasn't particularly tasty either, the skin was very hard. For the price I expect two side dishes and a tasty sausage and the whole thing hot. They are very quick to put down with a new Kölsch. If you don't want that, you should put the beer mat on the glass in good time otherwise you'll have another beer left there.

Delicious food. Friendly, prompt service. I'd be happy to go again.

When we come to Cologne, our routine is to visit this historical place, famous for its own kölsch beer, right next to the Dom Square. First of all, I should mention that the staff has been serving with the same helpfulness and smiling face for years. During busy hours, the atmosphere has a candid excitement and joy. Traditional dishes are baked meat, sausages, schnitzel and of course potatoes with every meal. You can't count the beer you drink in long, thin glasses. It is a must-see.

Passing through Cologne for a tour of Europe we stopped for dinner in this pub/restaurant bordering our hotel. We hadn't booked (it was a Saturday evening) but they accommodated us without problems, the restaurant is very large. We enjoyed the meat and the beer, and the brown bread. Discreet service and correct prices. I would go back.

A wonderful brewery and always worth a visit. I especially recommend asking the waiter to serve you a "Zwei-Zwei" (two-two), a Kölsch beer and a Kölsche Koks (coke). If you don't visit, it's your own fault!

Nice. The food was good, typically German, and the ambience made the stay special.

With a great ambience and the best service that has a lot of fun, it's worth one or more kölsch. The food is also recommended. Always worth a visit for visitors and locals alike.

Wonderful here! Beautifully rustic, cool staff and the food is absolutely TOP!

It was very good, and not particularly expensive. The goulash was perhaps a little small, and the sausage was average, but I recommend it.

What a shame, steak was too hard to eat and for sure was not 200 g, for salad I’ve ever seen in the service is mostly shameful

Everything was just perfect. Our waiter even spoke Hungarian.☺️

Traditional brewery, rustic ambience, “charming” 😉 and see attentive Köbes, delicious Kölsch, delicious food. We always enjoy being there again. Recommended! 👍🏼

A very nice, rustic brewery; we really enjoyed it. Friendly staff, and the food was excellent! We'll be back!

Eating here is the full German experience. The beer is smooth but rich, it goes well with food. I ordered the Himmel un Ääd, which has mashed potatoes with apple and blood sausage.

Good place for drinks and dinner. The place is a bit loud. Inside decor in the restaurant is dark and rustic, old antiques on wall displays. When we visited, not everything in the menu was available, so it was a bit disappointing. However, we enjoyed everything we ordered especially the schnitzel with mushroom sauce. The beer comes in a very tiny glass; not as we expected. When we paid, we were kind of pressured to give tips. If service was nice and friendly, we would not mind giving tips, however, it was hard to get their attention for service.

Food was cold. There was a huge shard of glass in the digestive schnapps. When the waiter was asked about it, it was claimed that I had put the shard in the glass. Absolutely no go, although the ambience is quite okay

Shards in the food, cold food, not recommended.

Great store, extra requests are responded to very well

A must if you come to Cologne. Good and cozy for decades....:-)

Unfriendly, arrogant and snooty - especially Mr. Rizzo!...take all the other breweries, they're friendlier there!

Today I had the pleasure of meeting one of the unfriendliest "Köbes" (bartenders). And he did so at the Früh Brauhaus. Joking is perfectly fine, but in such an unfriendly manner, that's completely unacceptable. Mr. Rizo, the bartender, should work on his attitude towards customers.

The Wiener Schnitzel tastes bland and the breading is soggy. The tables are extremely uncomfortable because they are far too far away from the benches and you therefore have to constantly lean forward while eating and cannot lean on them. And the whole thing is expensive too! I won't eat here again. // Edit: and they can't spell my name correctly either!

A nice brewery with good Kölsch – BUT the service is an absolute disaster. We were ignored, treated disrespectfully, and shouted at for no reason. After only an hour and five Kölsch beers, we wanted to pay – and were met with unbelievable disrespect. The waiter made a huge scene, ripped our glasses and cutlery off the table, and threw them into the corner. When we tried to pay with a card, he completely lost it, claimed we'd been sitting there for three hours (which wasn't true) and sent two of us out to get cash. Meanwhile, he suddenly appeared with a card reader, snatched the credit card from my friend's hand, made the payment himself, and then simply threw the card on the floor. We've never experienced anything like this before – that's not customer service, that's simply disrespectful and unprofessional! If we had filmed the whole thing, it would surely have gone viral. Never again!

Cozy, rustic, relaxed. Typical Cologne brewery atmosphere. This Früh Kölsch brewery is very large with several dining rooms of varying sizes. Very cozy, rustic decor. Plenty of service. The Kölsch was delicious, and there was live football in the beer hall. I can't comment on the food, as I only drank Kölsch. But it looked very tasty on the other guests' plates. I'll be back.

You definitely have to go. Kölsch traditionally only comes in 0.2l glasses 😁

Typical Cologne brewery. Very good portions, the food was at our table after 10 minutes. Great service, the breakfast came from Ober-Köbes himself. The knuckle is highly recommended! Four cups of tea were ordered at the neighboring table. The whole room knew this when it was served. Köbes asked loudly: Who wants the tea? Dead silence in the brewery, then laughter.

Very nice brewery, old established! Food was ok, unfortunately only lukewarm. Otherwise everything was top notch, very nice service.

Quaint brewery. With very good Kölsch and food

The food is good, but nothing exceptional. If you want "typically German" food, you'll get your money's worth here. Speaking of cost: the price obviously reflects the location, the ambiance, and also the "brand." There were several servers on duty. Ours was very humorous and cheeky, so he kept coming back to our table with a new saying, which amused me and my companion (but it might annoy other guests). I would also like to mention, however, that there was a mouse in the dining room during our visit, which is, of course, an absolute no-go in a restaurant. Even though the brewery otherwise appears well-maintained and clean, this ultimately left a slightly negative impression.

A place where you can experience delicious Köln beer. The waiter is also cheerful. ---------------------------------------------- I came back after 7 years, and the waiter was even more cheerful and the atmosphere was also good. I will come back again if I come to Germany again. The young waiter in the second left room is really kind.

Very touristy place. Service is tired and not interested in more tourists. Environment is tired and pretentious but not authentic. The only good thing is that they served riebekuchen. Otherwise wouldn't return

Visited again after over 25 years and still very good.

We were here to experience Kölsch beer and German cuisine. Unfortunately, I was worried about the rude attitude of the waiters in similar places and here, but the gentleman who took care of us was extremely kind and helpful, unfortunately I don't remember his name. :) We ate Viennese style schnitzel and homemade pasta, but the meat was not very tasty. Chances are given for the ambiance and the Kölsch beer.

Perfect place for a good beer and food for a resonable price

Authentic German cuisine! Nice beer and good service+ 😍

Hearty home cooking, what more could you want... The goulash was spicy and tender, the roast was solid, accompanied by a perfectly chilled Kölsch. The service was attentive and quick, and the portions were well sized. The ambience is good. Anyone who appreciates hearty German cuisine will get their money's worth. A reliable place for a good meal.

It's amazing, it's worth feeling the atmosphere @browarpuck

Kölsch for beginners and advanced

We recommend that you check your bill carefully.

The two of us drank a relaxed Kölsch in the bar area. The atmosphere was generally nice, the beer was good, but as we were playing cards while drinking, a waitress suddenly came and said "Playing cards is forbidden here"!!?? In a pub??? Despite free tables, in the afternoon during the week... Of course a restaurant can decide that way, but... We found it more than strange and it somehow spoiled the casual atmosphere (and our visit). What a shame!

Straight off the plane to this local. Great beer and a somewhat moody waiter, but it bought a certain charm about the place. Ordered a schnitzel jager art ( creamy mushroom sauce) to go with the beer, simple but delicious!

True Cologne food, beer and ambience

This is the right place for a Cologne meal. The well-known dish “Himmel und Ääd” tastes excellent and a Kölsch is simply delicious. The food comes to the table quickly and the staff is very friendly. The toilet is one flight of stairs down.

Went to the early morning brewery this afternoon. Ordered cream herring with potatoes. The lettuce leaf on the plate hung on the fork like a wet sail. It had probably already spent a few hours in the refrigerator. The potatoes had a surface like heavily grained leather, which was probably due to the long time they spent under the heater. Is there quality control here?

I’ve been here before and I’m glad to say the experience hasn’t changed. Wounderful atmosphere, lovely place and the staff are lovely which is wonderful as it can go either when you only speak English in Germany. The food looked and tasted amazing too. So stars all around. Would definitely recommend and will definitely pop by again next time.

For a Kölsch and a half rooster at Gut, Köbes is attentive as always and we prefer to sit in the aisle.

So far a very good brewery. The only downside is when it's summer and you're sitting in the brewery, which is already overcrowded and so cramped when it's over 30 degrees. I personally don't think it's that good, so I deducted a star.

Cool but traditional ambience, funny waiters and delicious freshly tapped Kölsch! I can highly recommend the roast pork! Delicious!

Drinking beer is fine, but eating is not recommended.

Früh am Dom es una conocida cervecería en Colonia, pero desafortunadamente, nuestra experiencia no estuvo a la altura del bombo. Si bien el ambiente era animado y tradicional, el servicio dejaba mucho que desear: lento, poco atento y poco amable. La comida estaba bien en el mejor de los casos. El schnitzel y las papas fritas eran simples, carentes de condimento o sabores sobresalientes. La salchicha estaba bien, pero nada especial, y la tortita de patata (Reibekuchen) era solo promedio. En general, todo se sentía básico y abrumador, no la comida alemana abundante y sabrosa que esperábamos. La cerveza Kölsch era genial de conseguir, servida en los clásicos vasos pequeños, pero ni siquiera eso hace que valga la pena el viaje. ¿Regresaríamos? Probablemente no. Si solo buscas una experiencia rápida en Kölsch, tal vez merezca la pena visitarla, pero no esperes nada excepcional de la comida.

Siamo stati qui a cena 2 sere di seguito in quanto non avevamo fatto prenotazioni e, essendo un gruppo di 6 la prima sera e 8 persone la seconda nel periodo natalizio, abbiamo faticato a trovare altri posti in cui sederci a mangiare. Abbiamo assaggiato praticamente tutto il menù e, anche se alcune cose ci sono piaciute e altre meno, siamo ritornati perchè il ristorante è enorme ed i prezzi ragionevoli nonostante la posizione. Lo consiglierei per una cena tranquilla al caldo, posto carino e senza troppe pretese.

A German beer hall serving local food and drinks . The décor is as you would imagine such a place to be as is the dress of the servers . What's different is the bier and the method of carrying it round in small circular trays. The bier was good and the ambiance as you would expect. It is very busy and seems to be a popular tourist attraction with groups of mainly males , that said we did see other mixed groups too .It sold typical German food and it all looked good .

Wir sind Stammgäste, aber es lässt ständig nach und die Preise gehen dafür nach oben, die Karte wird immer dürftiger und die Frechheit war einfach eine Bratwurst zu 17 € mit ein wenig zerlaufenem Wirsing Gemüse, keine Kartoffeln, nichts dazu- lieblos! Das Gericht kam nur noch halb warm an. Das ist doch klar wenn da nichts mehr auf den Teller kommt und dann zerläuft das bisschen. Dann ist es auch nicht mehr richtig warm, wenn es zum Gast an dem Tisch kommt. Die Bratwurst schmeckt nicht besonders. Hatte eine ziemlich harte Pelle ich würde es nicht empfehlen 17 € unglaublich! Und immer haben sie ein Problem, dass das Essen nicht heiß an den Tisch kommt. Dafür ist man aber beim Kölsch nachreichen sehr schnell, das ist das, was die am besten können, wenn das Glas noch ein Viertel voll ist schon ein neues da hinstellen- schrecklich.

You can always find a seat in the morning and you will be served quickly.

An emblematic tourist place where people come above all for the atmosphere and the beer tradition rather than for the quality of the dishes. Certainly, the famous FRÜH brewery attracts many visitors, but the service, sometimes expeditious, does not rely on exchange. Despite this, the lively atmosphere makes it a friendly and typical experience.

Ambience is pleasant.. Food is delicious

An absolute classic in Cologne! The Brauhaus Früh is always a pleasure! The atmosphere is authentic and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed evening with friends or family. The Cologne beer is fresh and tastes excellent, as do the Cologne specialties on the menu. The “Early” Kölsch is a must in particular! The service is friendly and attentive, and the location is central and easily accessible. I always enjoy coming here – just a great experience! Clear recommendation for anyone who wants to experience the real Cologne brewery feeling.

The atmosphere is wonderful, the attention and care is very good, the prices are affordable, it is one of the places to visit in Cologne…

Definitely a must if you are in Cologne!👍👍👍

Sauerbraten just under 20 euros. Just two tough little pieces of meat and 2 normal-sized dumplings. Nobody gets tired of it anymore. I then had to order more spaetzle for 4.50 so that I could leave the store somewhat full. Beer was ok... Then eat somewhere else and get larger portions. Disappointment 👎

Very tasty food and friendly service

Speisen und Getränke wie immer gut. Sehr netter Köbes. Aber durch den Gastraum wechselte immer wieder eine Maus die Seiten, von rechts nach links und wieder zurück. Bin überhaupt kein Fan von Mäusen. Der Köbes wurde leise von uns informiert, er konnte uns nur sagen das diese bestimmt vorne an der Türe reingekommen ist…….!!!!