Gaffel am Dom in Köln

Typical Kölsche Kult Brauhaus!!!

Amazing food and vibe! Great service provided by our server Sandra. Do make a reservation for dinner to avoid the queue. Must order the pork knuckle, the pickled cabbage was delicious too. Onion soup was too salty tho.

A brewery as it should be: big, loud, very centrally located. Rustic dishes with very tasty Kölsch. You can even have breakfast here and there is a weekly changing lunch menu.

There was no one available at the entrance to seat us, so we found a table. We were then told it was reserved. No assistance to find another. As we were trying to move to find another table, one of the staff hit my friend to tell him to move out of her way, rather than just say excuse me (which works in any language). Clearly we were not welcome. Even in the unfriendly city of Köln the behaviour of the staff here reaches new levels. They seem to take pride in being rude. Avoid this place and go literally anywhere else.

This is a very cute old restaurant with a warm atmosphere. The owner is very friendly, the dishes are unique and the food is memorable. Pets are also allowed. I hope to come again next time. Friends, come and try it.

Traditional Cologne Brauhaus - traditional Kölsch beer and traditional food too (goes well together for sure!). Pictured: kölsch, pickled herring & potatoes, reibekuchen (basically German hash browns or "potato pancakes"). Very attentive and fun server - good place for lunch!

Very good menu! Friendly service and delicious Kölsch on tap.

No seat, waiter attitude is very bad

While looking for a German restaurant we came across the brewery here. We were there around 7 p.m. and got a seat straight away. The Kölsch was delicious, but for me the highlight was the food, a huge portion and very tasty.

A German brewery with very tasty beer and German cuisine. Fast and good service. A visit is highly recommended if you want to have a great time with friends over a glass of delicious German beer with tradition.

Be careful with the bill because the waiter added more than 5 euros of tip without having asked us (+slow and terrible service) basically, we had to pay 54 euros so he gave us a bill of 60 euros while smiling that tipping is obligatory!!! See the Google reviews, we are not the only ones who have been fooled. Totally dishonest.

The service is very different. From extremely nice to miserable. I have never experienced such poor, impossible service as today.

Very large brewery right next to the cathedral. It looks much more inconspicuous from the outside than what it actually is. Due to the location it is often very busy, but you can usually still find a space. Beer tastes very good, Köbisse are on the ball and very friendly, delicious Mettbrötchen😋

I would like to express my great disappointment over an incident at your store. During the checkout process we were inappropriately insulted and called “12 year olds with no money”. This behavior is neither respectful nor acceptable. Because of this incident, I will not be visiting your store in the future nor can I recommend it.

For someone who is not from Germany, a great place to try traditional flavors...

Atmospheric restaurant and brewery. High quality Kolsch. Clean, clear and crisp. Friendly and professional service. The kitchen is also perfect for a beer.

Love the schnitzel👍 Everything perfect

Large capacity, neat setting for a brewery. Typical and hearty dish.

Walking in, there's no greeting and we are confused. We find a server to ask if we are supposed to seat ourselves and she politely agrees to find us a seat. Did that but didn't clean the food off of the table from previous guests. The place didn't look dirty enough for that to be a standard practice. The menu is very friendly to English-speakers, but the drink menu is not. I had to use 3 different German translators to get the right translation for the herbal, peach, and the other shot on the menu. I'm not someone who enjoys beer, so i ordered a "glass of tap water" which seemed to confuse the server, so i tried to ask for a glass of "table water" and she said "still water?" While nodding, as if she got what i meant. So i reluctantly agreed, hoping it was tap, but instead got a small bottle of water. The lemon beer was enjoyed by two people in my party that sometimes like darker beers. It has a very strong initial lemon taste, followed by a very strong taste of hops. I did taste a sip of it because i like lemon, and it was surprising at first. I wish i did enjoy the flavor of hops, but it definitely overtakes the palette. When we ordered, we specifically chose food on the menu that came with mustard, because we love German mustard. None of the good came with the mustard we ordered, and all of it seemed to have a lack of seasoning. The meat loaf was good-similar to fried Spam, with German cabbage and delicious fried potatoes and onions. The meat ball was very bland and a little undercooked. The bread and cheese we tried to get with two soups for an appetizer but it didn't come until after the meal did, but it was decently good cheese with stale bread. The Royale schnitzel with Späzle and gravy was very tasty. We enjoyed that a lot. We had to wave and flag down the servers when there was a mistake because they do not check after a few minutes to make sure you are happy with the way things came out from the kitchen, the only ask right away before you have time to notice what is wrong. We seemed to annoy them when doing this, but we did tip well. I would come back here with someone that likes beer and knows a little bit more German than us. Perhaps someone that could at least understand more than 5 menu items in German.

Delicious food, good location and delicious Kölsch. Unfortunately the service has deteriorated. On my last visit I left (despite few visitors) after more than 5 minutes without a Köbes coming. Maybe things will get better again 😊

I went to this restaurant tonight. My choice was based on the good reviews. We walked in from the side door. No hostess stand. We walked around to the front and there was no hostess. I walked to the bar and was directed to sit anywhere. We did so back where we came in and a server came over a few minutes later. She was nice enough. Nothing warm and friendly about her. All 4 of us ordered the pork knuckle. It came with sauteed potato's and coleslaw. The presentation was beautiful BUT it was DRY, dry dry. The best part of the dish was the potato's (sad to say). Almost 28Euro for this dish and it was not worth it. I have had this dish many times and it was never dried out. Maybe it was intentional so i would drink more? I would've been happier with a brat at the market. We were so disappointed we decided not to get the apple strudel out of fear that would be bad too. If you are looking for authentic pork knuckle this is NOT where you want to go.

Gaffer kolsch is a must in Cologne. Right away they bring trays of kolsch and ask how many. This is a find your own table kind of restaurant. Waiters are friendly and for the size of the restaurant the food is quick. The lunch specials were only $10 euros. The fried fish and potato salad was crispy and accompanied by remoulade sauce. The curry wurst was served with crispy fries and tasty curry sauce. A traditional schnitzel with mushrooms and onions had a rich mushroom sauce to accompany it. The special lentil soup was filled with potatoes and bockwurst which added a smoky flavor. The rye bread was perfect for sopping up the broth.

Had a reservation and arrived 20 minutes late. Although the reservation says up to 30 minutes. Were spoken to rudely by the staff. Staff themselves very unmotivated and stroppy. The food now leaves a lot to be desired. We were probably there for the last time.

I went into this restaurant because I saw a lot of people passing by. The interior is very spacious and there are a lot of tables, so there was no waiting, but it was noisy and hectic. Still, the staff diligently goes around taking orders and serving them, but it's hard to expect them to be friendly because they're so busy. The Schweinhaksen was not salty and tasted good on the outside, and I enjoyed the draft beer. The price is quite expensive, but I ate well.😊

A regular customer for years, a really cool shop

Very rude and unfreindlich Waiters and waitress.

Nice place. Unfriendly waiters literally pushed me around. 1 friendly piece of advice: If the place is full: Don't let more people in.

Nice big restaurant. With brisk conditions.

Bad experience. Smelly pork knuckle and pork chop. Drinks are nice only. No next time.

Would love to have stayed for a drink. But got rude very offensive staff who made using a card for payment very difficult. Also being rude about not carrying small amounts of cash, making my party feel stupid.

Food was good. We had Schweinshaxe and Schnitzel the classics. But the waiters seemed very bothered. A waitress at the front asked us to go find some manager at the back just to get a table and it was really confusing because there’s no waiting area at the back.

Food was very tasty. Service was very attentive, you have to like the ambience of carnival chic, but it's ok so far

The fried potatoes were average. Atmosphere good though. Server was friendly.

Very nice inn, the best Kölsch, super friendly waiters, the food is absolutely great for the eye and the stomach

Great brewery, typical decor, great atmosphere. I ate potato pancakes with tartare, a new combination for me. Very, very tasty, I haven't had such good potato pancakes in a long time. Köbine 32 was courteous, obliging, personable, simply great and an adornment of her profession. Simply class.

Directly at the train station and cathedral. Delicious Kölsch, delicious food. Was satisfied

This is my favourite Brauhaus in cologne. Great atmosphere, always busy, friendly staff and great food and beer. Visited last night with my husband and Leon L was our server and he was brilliant. Leon was very friendly and attentive the whole time we were there. Ordered dinner which arrived quickly after ordering . Would highly recommend visiting Gaffel am Dom to experience a traditional brauhaus …

Great atmosphere and the staff was very friendly and in good mood, except for one that treated us really bad and seemed to be in a terrible mood. Other than that, we had fun!

Great evening, great service. We'll be back 🥰

Great brewery in the immediate vicinity of the cathedral and main train station. The two of us were there around 6 p.m. on a Saturday during Christmas time and had to queue briefly and wait for a seat, but it was relatively quick. The food was very tasty and so was the Kölsch. In general we liked it, apart from the noise of the many guests, it was just too crowded and only a “processing”.

The pork knuckle here is really delicious!

We have been coming here again and again for several years. We especially remember Melanie H. very fondly. She embodies service and friendliness. We only come here because of her. We love you!!!

The bread was alright but the waiting staff was atrocious. I understand that in Germany you sometimes have to pay when moving seats (apparently) but this waiter was atrocious. We moved seats and he demanded money. He then left and refused to come to our table and serve.

I was just in the Gaffel at the cathedral with my wife and wanted to eat and drink delicious food. There was a lot going on and we still got a table. The waitress walked past our table 5 times without noticing us. After 15 minutes we left the location and went to Sion. Here we were served immediately. I understand the stress of the waitresses when it's full, but there doesn't have to be constant disregard.

Great brewery, always freshly tapped Gaffel Kölsch <3

Great place near the HBF for a beer . Friendly staff even though they are busy. Nice and warm inside too ! Didn’t try the food but it looked and smelt great . A must if in the Cologne HBF area

Nice brewery, right next to Cologne Cathedral.

Price performance is reasonable. Good place to go with a larger group.

Always worth a stop at any time. Sing-along event very great.

We celebrated our birthday in the cathedral room. Everyone enjoyed it - the view of the cathedral alone is something very special. The service was very accommodating and the food was very tasty. Ergo - again and again!

Came here with a group of colleagues while on business in Cologne. The atmosphere inside really transports you. It’s lively and quite large. We sampled the local beer, a few rounds, which was quite good. I opted for the schnitzel with pepper sauce.

Very tasty food, Kölsch and atmosphere. A bit touristy but a classic of brewery culture. If you are in Cologne, a visit is definitely a must.

Everything fine. Highly recommended!

A large restaurant that doesn't look that big from the outside. We were there for lunch on Sunday, and luckily we had made a reservation in advance. The service was friendly and the food was good. The atmosphere could be a little more comfortable, but since there are so many people here, such a large hall obviously makes sense. All in all 5*

When I entered the store, I sat in the seat directed by the employee and another employee told me to sit in a different seat. impolite.

Very authentic restaurant. It was very fun and nice people around me that I met

Wow what a place, everytime we hit cologne, we do dinner there,we walk there and taxi back, the beer is fab, food out of this world

Always worth a visit with a reservation.

We were there on November 10th. the evening before November 11th. after dinner in the gaff. Of course it was packed. Nevertheless, things went perfectly with the service and the Kölsch. As we moved from the counter to the table, we were made aware that we had to pay. We were actually not familiar with this because here in and around Münster the lids change with the guests. We were happy to pay and then change location.

So lively, crowded and good drinks

It was tasty, we were very full and satisfied.

Schnitzel with fried potatoes, unfortunately without salad, 22.90 euros, quite expensive, especially since the schnitzel was quite mixed. Normally, however, a side salad “should” be included!? The Kölsch is freshly tapped and delicious. The very nice waiter was on his toes. 5 points. Unfortunately the food server didn't, 0 points.

Die Haxe war leider sehr trocken - dafür war die Bedienung wirklich klasse und auf Zack.

Always nice with a few delicious Kölsch. Lunch is available at a good price (€9.90)

A brewery which is located directly at the cathedral and also attracts many tourists. The waiters are really good, they don't serve big beer, but they can keep up with any drinking speed - which means you never have an empty drink (beer). I was a little disappointed with the food, the meat dishes are probably very good but the potato soup (which I had) still has a lot of room for improvement. All in all, worth a visit!

Unfortunately for me it was a bad idea. Although the inn is right next to the cathedral and therefore very centrally located and also looks good on the outside, the service - which was generally nice - leaves a lot to be desired. Long waiting times and when we asked, the waitress told us that she wasn't responsible for us and that her colleague would come straight away (spoiler: he didn't come). My salad came on a warm plate, which caused it to wilt quickly. There was a lot of goat cheese, but not particularly tasty. Here the focus is on quantity rather than quality. But also extremely expensive. The cashier was fine. It's a shame, because we were really looking forward to Cologne specialties.

Pearl. Really worth it. Super. Beer and sausage lovers and other tasty things. Good honest cuisine and prices

A huge restaurant located in front of Cologne train station. The interior is beautiful, and the dishes were decent. Nothing incredible but we still ate well.

4 of us went with my family. The atmosphere is nice, the food and drinks are average. I am 48 years old and this is the first time in my life that I have encountered such a rude waitress. Never again.....

Very rude bartender! Never experienced anything like this.

Gaffel tastes good, service is quick...

Every action of the waiters and the manager is the reflection of racism. Nobody should suffer from your non-professionalism, inner anger, hatred, bias. Your behavior defines who you are.

The Gaffel am Dom in Cologne is an absolute highlight for anyone who wants to enjoy typical Cologne hospitality and delicious food. The atmosphere is inviting, with a perfect mix of tradition and modern flair. The staff is extremely friendly and attentive, even when it's busy. The Kölsch on tap is of course a must - fresh, perfectly tempered and simply delicious. The menu also impresses with classic Rhenish dishes such as Himmel un Ääd or the popular Gaffelkrüstchen. The portions are generous and the quality of the food is excellent. Absolutely recommended!

One of the most charming breweries in Germany

Exemplary place. Very delicious beer, excellent food.

You can try Haksen here. It's really delicious. The amount of Haksen is enough to feed 2-3 people.

Unfortunately, Köbes became very unfriendly and ignored the guests. And mouse infestation. After I pointed out to the Köbes that there were mice running around there, he just shrugged his shoulders...the food tasted quite good but nothing more

I ate "Heaven and Ääd" there and was totally disappointed. The mashed potatoes came from a bag and the black pudding from a can. And that for €17.50!! Maybe something for tourists, but as a Cologne resident you shouldn't eat there!

So, my Rhenish sauerbraten was perfect. Large restaurant with a lot of tradition and regional specialties. Service like in Cologne. Overall we had a good time here. Gladly again.

Unfortunately delicious 😋 and tastes delicious 😋 and stuff

Very friendly service, very good food, delicious jutes jaffel...always a pleasure... I gave this review in the summer of 2024 - last Friday I was there again - everything remained the same - only to charge €2.30 for a 0.2er Kölsch - I find that quite exaggerated and outrageous... The store was, however It's packed, people don't seem to mind... but it does bother me, that's why I'm thinking about NOT going there anymore...

Erstaunlich freundlicher Service, Tisch wie vorbestellt, das Essen war sehr gut, äußert schmackhaft, kam zügig und appetitlich angerichtet, wir haben alles sehr genossen, auch die schöne Einrichtung !

The food was really good and service also excellent. You must come here to try if you have a chance to visit here!

At a bistro next to the cathedral, there’s a screen showing a football match. The six of us ordered a large pork knuckle platter, and the pork knuckle was very authentic. It came in two styles: one boiled and one fried. Both were delicious, with the skin perfectly crispy, though it occasionally felt a bit sticky to the teeth. The beer was also excellent, and the server would enthusiastically bring a beer basket to refill our glasses from time to time, providing great service.

This is how I imagine a great (loud) and rustic brewery with good food. Sing-along concerts are an absolute cult.

A classic Cologne brewery. Great Rhenish food, good prices, highly recommended!

Great atmosphere and live music!

The waitstaff completely ignored me, clearly discriminating against Asian people. Even with genuinely vacant seats nearby, they insisted the area was full. After being ignored for five minutes, I left the restaurant. Absolutely appalling service—such a DISGRACE for a country like Germany. Treating foreign tourists this way damages your country’s image and does no good for any of you! So eine Behandlung von ausländischen Touristen schadet dem Ansehen eures Landes und bringt euch allen keinen Vorteil!

Very friendly service. It's loud, but that's typical for a brewery.

The food is good brewery fare: hearty, fatty, tasty and served quickly. The service is very friendly for breweries. It's a bit noisy, but you can still have a good conversation. It is also advisable to make a reservation in the evenings during the week

Bestes Essen, bestes Erlebnis, bestes Leben! Wie immer, vielen vielen Dank!

The food was OK. When I paid and decided not to tip, the waitress came to the table and loudly complained that I hadn't left a tip. When I asked for a receipt I was told they don't offer to provide a receipt. That can't be true because every restaurant has to produce a receipt when the customer asks for it. Not recommended!

Great food , great service from Said.

The food is delicious. However, when I did not pick up Jwasyeol, I did not pick up Yeyat, so I was told that I was trapped. And I'm looking forward to it~ Ssamyulo was ripped off. I recommend it to Koreans^^

Great service, very good food, very nice waiters, except for one (Julius) who insulted us for no reason

Our favorite place to eat in Köln! The food was excellent and the service was great. Such a good place to eat if you’re wanting a view of the cathedral and authentic German cuisine.

For alcoholic drinks, I recommend Radler, which is a low-concentration beer that tastes like lemonade. The pig's feet are good but the portion is large. It is recommended to eat them together with many people otherwise it will be too greasy. The shredded sauerkraut is also delicious. The beef is generally not recommended. The potato salad that comes with the meal is quite good. tasty. The food was served very quickly. The waiters we met had good attitudes. We did not encounter any discrimination as other Asian guests said. However, the service process was very problematic. After we asked to pay, the waiter kept delivering food to other tables but was delayed. They didn't help us check out. They came over and asked us to wait, but we ended up waiting for 20 minutes before checking out, causing us to miss two trains.

Everything was great, especially the young staff, but an old fart went completely overboard and asked us out of the restaurant.

I visited here again because of the good memories. The server's service was good and I could enjoy the football game with other football fans. But someone left the empty kölsch glass in our table and the server charges that too. We drinked 3 glasses of Kölsh, but 4 glasses were charged totally. I was plan to give tips, but I didn't and I didn't claimed because I did not wanted to interrupt my trip. If someone ask me about re-visiting here, maybe no.

Still a good location...but prices increased again within a short time and at the same time made portions smaller...NO...portions smaller and prices the same would be the better alternative!!