Daikan Izakaya Bar in Köln

Food was very tasty (Mesu Ramen) and the ambience looks very nice. However, the food is a bit expensive.

The food was very tasty. There were many vegetarian options and you could sit outside.

Hello everyone! We recently went to Cologne for a short trip and visited the restaurant thanks to the recommendation of friends. As a starter we had two different bao buns and the TONKATSU BAO with crispy chicken. Both were incredibly tasty, but I liked the TONKATSU BAO with the chicken much better. Afterwards we decided on a delicious SHOYU Ramen, which particularly impressed us because of its intense flavor and spiciness. It wasn't just salty, it was really lovingly prepared! Even though we were already full, we took sushi with us because we were sitting right at the bar and could watch the chefs preparing it. We chose a special sushi with Wagyu. It looked and tasted amazing! Personally, I couldn't taste the Wagyu that much, but my companion could. That's why I recommend you try it yourself and form your own opinion. Overall the restaurant was busy, lively and the music was playing, but that didn't bother us. Even though the seating was tight, everyone somehow still had their own space and it was easy to have a conversation. Despite the hustle and bustle, we were able to enjoy the whole atmosphere and the food to the fullest. The waitresses were very friendly and attentive. The chefs cooked with a lot of calm and passion and impressed us with their creations. A big thank you to the team! I hope my contribution helps you with your decision. Kind regards and have fun!

EIN WIEDERLICHE, schmutziger und stinkender Ort! Ich habe so eine Wut schon lange nicht mehr erlebt! Die Teller hatten Abplatzungen, die Tischlampen verstaubt, der Boden war schmutzig - was für ein Horror-Laden! Wir warteten 45 Minuten auf unser Essen, und die Leute, die nach uns kamen, erhielten sofort das Essen und das Gleiche, wie wir es bestellt hatten! Auf die Frage, was das Problem ist, 2 Suppenteller zu bringen, antwortete uns ein Kellner (ein großer, dürrer blonder Sprössling) unverschämt: "Wenn sie nicht warten wollen, können sie gehen." Ich lasse diese Unverschämtheit einfach nicht zu! Ich werde mich bei dem zentralen Sanitätsdienst der Stadt Köln beschweren! Ich werde keinem raten, dieses schmutzige und überteuerte Loch zu besuchen!

The food was okay! The location is included in the price, but a 0.2l Kölsch for €3.50 is already steep! A bad habit that is spreading in the catering industry is the sale of "SodaStream" water at overpriced prices!

Food is really recommended without exception. The only criticisms: 1) The store is always packed, so the seating is very cramped, 2) We sat in front of the door that leads to the toilets, and they can only be reached via an inner courtyard. That means it drafts quite a bit in winter. The door was also broken and didn't close automatically. Therefore there are 2 points deducted for ambience, otherwise everything is 5 stars, great!

I recently went to Daikan Izakaya and all I can say is: an absolute pleasure! We each had a miso soup and a shio soup - both were really excellent. The taste was authentic, the ingredients were fresh, and you could tell that the cooking here was done with great attention to detail. We were also impressed by the ambience. The restaurant is located in the middle of Cologne city center and offers a super cozy and inviting atmosphere. Perfect to relax and enjoy good food after a long day. I can really only recommend the Daikan Izakaya and will definitely come back here again and again!

Überteuert, dreckig, ewige Zeit auf Essen gewartet,ein Klo ohne Pissoir für hunderte Gäste,auf dem Hinterhof wie Baustelle, vollgepisst, Sperma an Spiegel und Fliesen.Eckelhaft aber hip.

Super Personal, super Essen. Sehr empfehlenswert! Kamen mit hohen Erwartungen hierhin und es wurde nicht enttäuscht. Personal kam direkt auf einen zu. Essen war schnell da und sehr lecker.

Miso Ramen was too salty and lacked flavor. Kimchi was good and salmon teppanyaki was as expected. I was hoping for a more rich and tasty ramen…maybe it was just an off night? First time here and just in town for a few days …

Wow! That was just great! Fantastic sushi with super unusual creations, great ramen, delicious cocktails and such great service! We'll be back! Thank you for the great afternoon!

Super tasty ramen. In combination with delicious sushi. It's nice to sit outside and the service is very attentive. Free music from house number 11 ;)

We ate very well again. At the counter, with good cocktails and great service. We would be happy to come back next time we are in Cologne.

It was very good! It's quite expensive but frankly, the dishes are good and the servers are very nice. I will definitely go back!

Always worth a visit on a trip to Cologne!

Our long-awaited visit to Daikan finally took place. I had been wanting to visit this restaurant for 3 years, but something kept coming up. This time, however, it succeeded. What should I tell you? Every minute and every bite of ramen was extremely worth it. A powerful and flavorful broth. I ordered the miso ramen in spicy. It could have been a lot spicier for my taste, but the broth has a wide range of different nuances. The texture of the noodles and the pak choi was very convincing. Corn was unusual for me, but it fit extremely well. The meat was spicy. The soy sauce pickled egg was perfect. Both the note of soy sauce and the texture. Perfectly cooked. Will definitely visit Daikan often. A manageable map, but that doesn't necessarily have to be interpreted negatively. Even positive for me. The other two ramens on the menu should be careful of me soon. The bao buns and sushi also looked outstanding.

Went here spontaneously today, the sushi and bowl were super tasty and very nice service.

Super tasty sushi and ramen in a good location.

Love this place, amazing food, great service! The only problem is that they don’t take reservations so every time you have to wait a little bit, never too long though!

By far the best ramen I've ever had. Since reservations are not possible here, you should plan to wait when visiting. However, the food is more than worth the wait! As a starter we had a little bit of sushi, half flambéed and the other half normal. The quality of fish and rice were great! As a main course we had the miso and shoyu ramen with and without meat and it was worth every cent. So delicious that we went straight back there on our second day of vacation. The service was very quick, friendly and accommodating. The food came very quickly. The only small disadvantage was that it was very warm there because of the open kitchen. However, how else are you supposed to see how the delicious dishes are created?!😊

Ordered sushi online for pickup in advance. Unfortunately, the sushi wasn't ready 20 minutes after the agreed pickup time and I asked for a refund, which was refused. The sushi was then thrown together quickly and didn't taste good at all. A lot of money for the barrel :(

I've actually always been happy, but today both my friends and I had to throw up after the miso ramen and were constantly in the toilet. Saturday evening was over...

I was recommended this place by a friend who lives in Cologne, who mentioned that it's one of the best ramen restaurants in the city, and he was absolutely right! The Miso Ramen was just sublime, and the Karaage and spicy shrimp dumplings were also tasty. The atmosphere was pleasant, the staff are friendly and helpful. Tables outside are also nice during summer. I would definitely go back again if I crave ramen during my next stay in Cologne.

Daikan Izakaya in the Belgian Quarter of Cologne offers an authentic Japanese izakaya experience. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, ideal for social evenings. The menu impresses with a variety of delicious Japanese dishes, including fresh sushi, ramen and creative tapas. Particularly noteworthy are the carefully prepared dishes and the high quality of the ingredients. The staff is friendly and attentive, making you feel completely comfortable. Overall, Daikan Izakaya is a great place to enjoy Japanese cuisine in a lively setting.

Small but nice shop with delicious sushi. You could sit outside, there aren't that many seats inside.

The sushi 🍣 was ​​really delicious. The operation, i.e. the service, was really good. The only things that weren't so good were the fact that only card payment was possible and the outside seating was really hard and took some getting used to. But still come back!!

We had a bao as a starter and ramen as our main course. We really enjoyed the ramen and would come back again and again

The ramen was absolutely amazing... the service was very accommodating, the location was rather simple, which didn't bother me... my favorite ramen in Cologne so far!

From A-Z top - miso, sushi & bao everything is ultra delicious, service very friendly and attentive.

* Authentic Japanese Izakaya with delicious food and friendly service. * Great atmosphere and wide variety of dishes. * Perfect for a cozy dinner with friends or trying new dishes. * Highly recommended! Details: The Daikan Izakaya in Cologne is a small but fine restaurant that serves authentic Japanese cuisine. The menu offers a wide range of dishes, from small starters to hearty main courses. The yakitori skewers, which are prepared in a special charcoal grill, are particularly delicious. The sushi and sashimi platters are also highly recommended. The atmosphere at Daikan Izakaya is cozy and casual. The staff is friendly and attentive. The prices are fair and the price-performance ratio is right. Conclusion: Daikan Izakaya is a great restaurant for anyone who wants to enjoy Japanese food in an authentic atmosphere.

This is one of the finest places to enjoy great Ramen, chicken wings, gyoza,miso aurbegine and great cocktails! I highly recommend this place. Hands down It is one of the best eateries in Köln.

A spontaneous visit where we were not disappointed! The food (Crispy Chili Gyoza, Dynamite Shrimp, Dragon Roll, Crazy Tuna Roll) was consistently very tasty and attractively presented. Clear risk of repetition! The drinks and their pricing should be reconsidered. A 0.2 liter (!!!) Pepsi for €3.50? A mediocre espresso martini for €11? This continues with the other drinks. No, sorry, that costs the fifth star.

We only drank a cappuccino and an espresso macchiato, very good quality, portafilter machine and high quality espresso beans. The service was extremely friendly and quick. Tap water was included free of charge.

I've been here four times over the years and have only come here for ramen with some sides. Therefore I only review ramen. Overall, the ramen was okay, but the broth was never hot enough. Sushi is fusion, which I hate. Sushi is best eaten with fresh ingredients such as rice, fish and wasabi. No hot, crappy sauce, mayonnaise? WT... The store was nice and always busy, the things were always good.

Best ramen I had in my life. I ate the shio ramen, you can ask for the spice (sauce) on the side. Delicious ramens.

UPDATE 2024: Unfortunately, the ramen's taste has deteriorated... and the toppings are no longer as good in quality. Sushi and Co. Tastes good! The timing of the kitchen could be better. The ordered starter (edamame) was served at the end of the meal, which was a bit of a shame. Cash payment is ONLY possible. **** Great and charming restaurant. The service and staff were courteous and extremely friendly! The Shio Ramen tastes amazing and is a must try!

Went there at lunchtime with kids and surprisingly: my 8 year old wanted sushi with cucumber and avocado, it was calculated as if the shrimp that had been left out had still been there. My son had a blurry ramen, a little hint that the topping was seasoned with chili would have been welcome when taking the order. The second ramen ordered was with cold pork belly, cold egg and moderate broth. We also ordered edamame, grilled avocado and eggplant with miso honey. These preparations took 25 minutes and the ones mentioned first were already eaten. You cannot pay here with the generally accepted payment method “cash” but must do so with a card. Only the fact that the service person did this with her debit card and accepted my cash is a big plus point for our service, while her colleague only had a stroppy answer (probably said hundreds of times) when asked whether it was possible when ordering Edamame, avocado and eggplant were lost. All in all: I like to spend my (cash) money on enjoyment and friendliness, but I don't need others to be able to keep track of where and how much the amount was. And the amount here was clearly 20-25% too high!

Nice service and very tasty food.

What the hell was that? Everything was great, the ramen was perfect, the order arrived in 5 minutes.

By far the best frame of my life. It's a shame that I have to drive 1 hour for the experience. But I'd like to do it. The frames could be a bit hotter for my taste but the overall package is an absolute 5/5!!!

The food was delicious and the service was friendly. But what is simply not possible: given the relatively high prices (ramen 18 euros), you are also asked on the card terminal during the payment process whether you would like to tip 10%, 15% or 20%. I find that to be bold and invasive.

Very tasty... Price/performance is ok for the food, the drinks are a bit (expensive)... attentive staff...

Super leckeres Essen! Wir hatten beide die Miso Ramen und waren begeistert. Abzug gibt's, da die Vorspeise gleichzeitig mit der Hauptspeise serviert wurde.

One of the best lunch spots in Köln for some delicious sushi and spicy ramen! We had a lovely time.

The banh baos and sushi were delicious!

We spontaneously went to eat at Daikan on a Saturday evening. We didn't have to wait and the service was very friendly. The food was super delicious! We both ordered ramen. The food was at the table quickly :) Miso ramen costs just under €20, which we found to be quite expensive. But in the end the taste was worth it! The drinks were delicious 👍🏼 There was a lot going on in the Belgian quarter that evening... so there were a lot of cars on the road, which were piled up next to our table. The restaurant is located where there is a lot going on in the evenings. Maybe you're looking for a spot with good food and a lot of hustle and bustle. Then you are right here! We'll be happy to come back the next time we visit Cologne ☺️

The food and especially the sushi is excellent.

According to the internet they are open until midnight, but at 10:30 p.m. I was no longer allowed to order food and had to drive again

Ramen super tasty Sushi super tasty Great service

Absolute 5/5 stars - super nice and attentive service and the food was simply brutally good no seasoning, good taste all around, everything fresh HIGHLY recommended are the dynamite shrimp and miso ramen

You can get really tasty ramen in this nice little restaurant. The chicken was a bit dry, but the broth was extremely tasty. However, I actually find the lunch menu with a drink and three dumplings 21 euros a bit steep. The service was very friendly, the ambience was nothing special.

Ramen and kimchi super delicious! Nice seating outside on the street, unfortunately the seating allocation seems a bit uncontrolled and you have to plan for a bit of a wait

A great experience & an absolute recommendation. The selection is large and there is something for everyone. The sashimi department is really an eye-catcher as well as a taste experience. We'd love to come back!

Delicious ramen. Gyoza were okay. Price-performance tends to be more expensive (miso ramen just under €20). The ambience was great, outside area right on the street for eating. Unfortunately, service was understaffed that day, but the waitresses tried to compensate. We had to stand in a queue for 10 minutes because the tables had not yet been cleared so that we could sit down. The toilets are in the courtyard via a careless path through the courtyard.

Perfect! Sushi was really good and tasty!!! Service could be a little better. Prices are completely OK. Gladly again.

Excellent food, fast service and tasty snacks

Very nice shop and good service. Prices are a bit higher, but you can treat yourself. The ramen was just as spicy as I imagined and the toppings were also on point

Waitress brings a bottle of water and the 2 glasses stacked on top of each other and just puts them on the table for us. According to the motto don't be bothered, pour yourself. I've never experienced anything like that anywhere. The other waitress was nicer. Whether it was sushi or appetizers, everything tasted sweet, there was this orange mayonnaise everywhere so that everything tasted the same. You couldn't push the mayo away because it was spread everywhere. The 8!Sushi rolls for €21.90 made from Japanese beef didn't taste good either. Afterwards I got a nice stomach ache.

It was our first time at Daikan and our first time trying ramen. The taste was really great and I recommend it!! The employee was friendly and attentive. There are enough seats outside too. Unfortunately, we found the price for the ramen too high given the portion size (€18 per portion). Especially because the dish consists mainly of chicken broth and noodles. I also find it a bit strange that the restaurant doesn't accept cash payments. You can only pay by card, but customers are not informed about this in advance, but only during the payment process.

Kevin Potter was a nice encounter that added to the ambience :)

Super tasty food, very nice service. Sure, it's more expensive, but you can taste it. Super fresh sushi. It's worth it!

We went there on a recommendation! Nice shop, our host was great, her tip with the espresso martini was delicious. The food was really good, we ordered different bits and pieces to try as much as possible! It was a successful evening!. Kind regards from Mannheim.

Food is quite good, nice atmosphere.

Wow, as an ex-Düsseldorfer who was spoiled for life on the streets, I was really positively surprised 😀 definitely recommended!

Really super tasty ramen. Highly Recommended. The price is very high but it's worth it.

Great food and beautiful location!

We really loved the sushi! We ordered four different rolls (Dragon Roll, Rainbow Roll, Crazy Salmon Roll and Red Pepper Roll - I hope I still remember the names correctly 😅). All of them were beautifully presented and very tasty. You could look directly into the kitchen and watch it being prepared.

Sensational service from Miriam compliment 👏 very good cuisine, we'll be happy to come back

The restaurant is kinda small. And they don't provide reservations. So based on your luck to get a place to seat, because the food is very very good! My go-to ramen place

The food itself was quite tasty. The only problem was that the drinks took about 25 minutes, one main course took about 30 minutes and the second main course took about 45 minutes. Unfortunately the starter didn't come at all. When asked, the waitress was extremely unfriendly and told us to leave the restaurant. Unfortunately, extremely poor service.

Were there for the first time and totally spontaneously. We both ate ramen and absolutely loved it! It was soooo good! The service was really friendly and explained to us the differences in the different types of ramen. Overall it's not cheap but it's worth it!

The quality of the food was really very good. Unfortunately it was a bit noisy because it was very crowded, but that's the only negative point.

Delicious food (miso ramen) and friendly service 😀

The ramen was excellent and so were the appetizers. However, the “waiting process” is extremely inconclusive. At peak times, there are of course a lot of people waiting in line in front of the restaurant, where you then line up as usual. Nobody from the outside can know that an additional entry on the list in the restaurant is necessary. We were told when we got to the front after about an hour of waiting... I knew there was a wait at this type of restaurant, but the place definitely has room for improvement in that regard. Nevertheless, it was very, very tasty 😋🍜

Nice restaurant. The food is okay. Ramen is good, sushi is rather meh. (Price-performance) The staff is nice, but it takes a long time to wait for service.

Not tasty at all!!!! I can do better at home with 2€! My expectations were deceived!!! Can't understand the other reviews!!!!!!!!!!!!

We had fantastic frames, sushi and matcha ice cream.

Flavourful Asian fusion food with high quality ingredients. The house made ice tea was fresh and nice as well. Staff were extremely kind. The waiting time to get in is not very long as they make space to accommodate everyone.

One of the best restaurants I've ever had the pleasure of eating in! always my pleasure !

Amazing service was done by Sohib , red wine was unbelivable good , we gonna vists here again for sure , sushes also was amazing to be honest

It was my first frame but not my last. It was very tasty and nicely spicy.

The food is really tasty but really overpriced and the service is really poor for the prices

Was here for the first time today, sat outside so I can't say much about the ambience. It took a relatively long time for the food to arrive and there were only 2 soups and takoyaki and this only came when the soups were almost gone. Regarding the ramen itself, the portions are very small for the price and I don't understand what raw shallots are looking for in there and the broth itself was relatively tasteless unfortunately and this is one of the most important things about the ramen, I really don't understand all the great reviews. I've had a lot of ramen (also in Cologne) and I have to say that for the price you can get more and better! Unfortunately, the takoyaki were also only slightly larger than Rocher balls, which I find quite small compared to most others I know and for the hefty price. The taste was fine, but could be better. That was €50 for not being full

Food was great, nice service! We will be back

Great Japanese Restaurant! We just weren't completely full, it was quite little and unfortunately quite expensive. But good quality and great if you want to treat yourself!

We spontaneously went to Daikan for lunch yesterday and it tasted great! The two of us ordered: Wakame, Crazy Tuna Roll, Miso Aubergine and Tuna Sashimi. The service could be more attentive in some places, but overall we are satisfied. We were not asked if everything was OK or if we would like to have another coffee or tea. Regarding the ambience, my personal opinion is that large tables for 8-10 people are too big and too private for me. You can't talk in peace and have to listen to the louder neighbor's conversation. It wouldn't be for me/us for a relaxing evening for two, but it would be ok for a quick lunch!

The food was very tasty. Service was friendly, but apparently serving a single egg well-cooked seemed an insurmountable task. Seating was very tight, otherwise the ambience was quite nice.

Very solid ramen and sushi spot with fresh ingredients, an open air kitchen and quick service. If you are in the city and look for Ramen, this is your place to go.

We were very hungry and wanted dragon sushi, ramen and shrimp poke bowl. We were full before the ramen arrived and loved it even more with the beauty of the ramen. Everything was great. Thank you to this beautiful establishment for its atmosphere, tastes and attention..

Very impressive ramen! It’s my second time eating here and the shouyu ramen is my go to option. Very rich soup base with chewy noodles and perfectly cooked half boiled egg. The portion could be a little bit small for some people . But I am not a big eater so it was fine for me.

The ramen is not the traditional one. It has too many onions. We waited around 2 hours outside. I never visit this place again.

Highly Recommended! We spontaneously visited this restaurant in Cologne. We had wonderful and warm service from Miriam. The food is of very high quality and creatively prepared. The atmosphere is clean, but still very warm. Thanks alot. Tip: Be sure to reserve in advance in the evening! But with a bit of a wait you can usually get a table.

The miso ramen was amazing! A bit small overall, but ok if you add an appetizer. Unfortunately, that's where the challenge begins. The karaage was good, but really expensive at €9.90 for the few pieces of chicken and also too crispy. Even for a small portion of edamame you have to shell out around €6.00. And that's the problem overall, namely the price-performance ratio. You can only pay by card. I would come back, but then only for a ramen without an appetizer.

Daikan was recommended to us for ramen - and we were not disappointed! The miso ramen was really great. Only the second piece of tofu wasn't seasoned, so it was a little tasteless. But the soup absolutely made up for it. She was terrific. But the absolute highlight was the dessert! The chocolate gyoza were heavenly.

Mediocre, miso soup was bland too much corn and onions and the meat almost invisible.

Very good ramen, but pricey I was in a huge draft because the door to the outside courtyard or toilet kept opening... very annoying

The food was good we had two starters, sushi and fried chicken. Unfortunately, the portions are so small that we went out to eat again after the restaurant. The prices are too high for the small portions. The waiter was listless.

Very very tasty ramen and takoyaki. Service super nice. Nice ambience.

I had one of the best Ramens here! The sushi looked really good as well so I will definetly come back! Very friendly staff Only thing is that you cannot book a table in advance and as it is pretty full you have to wait a bit to get a table, all in all it was worth it

We had to wait in line for a really long time - but it was worth it. Super delicious food - especially the ramen and bao buns. Nice atmosphere and delicious cocktails.