Gilden im Zims “Heimat kölscher Helden” in Köln

Super friendly and attentive staff. Asked the server to help me decide what to eat and they suggested the asparagus special and wow! Wasn’t sure what to expect but this was absolutely delicious! All that was left on the plate was the parsley!

The place is nice, the atmosphere is very good but I did not like the flavors

Unfortunately, we can't comment on the food here. We were here at lunchtime to ask if there was room for dinner. Yes, no problem, just come in. We went there in the evening: we got a menu with a number and went to find a table. Unfortunately, the food from the previous guests was still on it, and we were already complaining from the next table that the lady had been waiting for the bill for 20 minutes... The waitress came and threw the menus on the dirty table. Our question about whether the table could be cleaned was ignored. It was incredibly busy; I understand that you're stressed. But the way it was done... We then decided to go to another location without ordering.

Great restaurant with very tasty food and great Kölsch. Inside, rustic but also modern atmosphere - very nice. Service also great.

Mega. If you are in Cologne, you should stop by here. The meal was excellent. The service was also perfect. Despite the place being quite full, the staff was quick and always friendly.

Beautiful location near the Heumarkt, you can go there and feel really comfortable

My time at this place was the most horrifying experience of my life. I have traveled the world and never been so publicly humiliated by a staff member. Definitely NOT a place that tourists should visit. TOTALLY UNSAFE!!!

Great shop, super delicious food.

We were only there for a few Kölsch, and the Köbes who served us was really in a great mood... even though it was packed outside in the beautiful weather. The plates that were brought out all looked very good. Definitely recommended!!!

Nice to sample some local dishes. Food was good. The venue is huge, so I wouldn’t go for candle-light :) The staff was friendly but we had to wait for ages to pay the bill.

The ambience and service were great. Fast service despite a full house. Unfortunately, I didn't like my goulash soup at all, it tasted very much like a finished product. But it's also a matter of taste. Complaints were accepted in a friendly manner without any consideration and the product was removed from the invoice. Kölsch was tasty. :)

A good opportunity to drink a Kölsch while standing.

Attentive service, delicious Kölsch and excellent Cologne cuisine!

Very good food and nice service

Surprisingly great spot in the Old Town! Gilden im Zims really exceeded expectations. Restaurants around town squares are usually tourist traps, but this one was the opposite—good portions, great value for money, and tasty food. The pork knuckles and bratwurst were especially delicious. Perfect way to kick off our trip to Cologne.

Very typical German food and tastes good.

Very cool. “Nice” service. We really liked it and it tasted delicious. 👍🏻😀

Food is good. Unfortunately an employee stole my iPods. Advertisement is out

The staff is rude and disrespectful towards tourists. I recommed to avoid that place.

It was very nice. From the outside it seems ordinary at first glance, but inside a world opens up. Very well furnished, you immerse yourself in a piece of Cologne's history. Thanks to the friendly team.

We were there today for Sunday brunch. The staff was friendly and attentive. The food was also very good and tasty. The point is deducted because there was no longer a main course at 12 p.m.

Very tasty food, especially the knuckles were excellent. Friendly and fast service. Clean and comfortable.

Delicious food, great atmosphere, food wow, Kölsch was a bit slow, which made my wife very happy.

This shop is Cologne culture. The crispy pork knuckle is so delicious, but there aren't that many vegetarian options. Definitely highly recommended.

Delicious food, good service, good Kölsch… what more could I want 🤩

The food is really delicious. A Kölsch cult highly recommended.

Food outside, cold and not tasty. Unfortunately, the ingredients are not fresh and the quality is nothing special. Unfortunately not recommended.

Very good food, and great service. Lots of beer

Top food, very nice atmosphere. There were 7 of us from 13 to 82 years old. Everyone really enjoyed it. The restaurant is barrier-free and perfect for wheelchair users including a toilet - we tested it with wheelchair users. Unreservedly recommended.

Stamm Brauhaus and good friends. Thank you for giving.

Portion is huge, we wanted to order only one main because we knew we couldn’t finish but the service staff told us that one portion is only enough for one, wanting us to order two portion. And forced us to give a tip even though we clearly mention no. Such a tourist trap.

Great music, nice people, colorful audience

Today for brunch. The service was very friendly and accommodating, always with the guest in mind. From starters to lunch to dessert, it's a delicacy. If you want to have brunch with great service in a great atmosphere then here.

Nice atmosphere, the selection on the menu is very diverse. Unfortunately my food was only lukewarm, my fried potatoes were barely seasoned and were swimming in fat.

Tasty pork knuckle and sausage. Quite a big portion ! A bald guy - friendly service

Beautiful brewery, traditional, cool kölsch and fast, friendly service

Absolutely recommended. Great vegetarian and vegan selection, funny and efficient service staff

Delicious Kölsch, very nice Kranzmarie,

Decent good but service was quite slow had to ask twice for menu and waited 45 mins for food

As always great. We were 1 person more and 3/4 hour earlier (because the event there ended earlier than we estimated). The seat assignor was very nice, provided us with a chair and we were able to get to our table earlier than booked. Big thank you. Our friendly, fixed service was also great and responded well to special requests. Always happy again. The “Cologne Witch” at Zims was also great – the girls were great

I think it's by far the best brewery food in Cologne! I recommend the Haxe! Great, rustic, brick-walled cellar. Super nice. Nice helpful staff. Price performance top. Super easy reservation online. They are now regulars there.

The staff was very friendly. The order was taken quickly. The food was okay. Unfortunately, the fried potatoes came from the kitchen already lukewarm, I found the schnitzel to be too dry. The children's dish was well received by the children in terms of taste. My conclusion: Great outdoor area, nice to drink a beer. But I wouldn't necessarily come back because of the food.

Delicious spare ribs, friendly service, the location is a dream.

Super delicious food! I can only recommend it.

Ambience good, location absolutely great, service very nice and quick. Food was very tasty, but dessert with apple strudel/vanilla ice cream was weak. Unfortunately apple strudel was cold. I would have liked a warm apple strudel in combination with vanilla ice cream. The brownie for dessert was also unfortunately cold.

Disappointing experience – discriminatory behavior I was out and about in Cologne yesterday evening and wanted to attend an event at Gilded in Zins. Entry should only cost 5 euros. As I approached the entrance, an employee looked me up and down dismissively, whereupon he told me that there was no entry today. When I asked why I wasn't allowed in and why he was looking at me like that, he said I was drunk - which is absolutely not the truth because I don't drink alcohol. This behavior seemed extremely condescending and discriminatory to me. I felt extremely unwelcome and disrespected by the way the staff treated me. Such arrogance and unfounded exclusion are completely unacceptable to me. I can therefore only advise against visiting Gilded in Zins - if you value respectful treatment, you are definitely out of place here.

Perfect place for Kölsch beer and a Pork knuckle. It’s located in the “Heumarkt”, a lively square close to the cathedral and River, beloved by locals for an evening out. Whether you want a picturesque table outside to soak up the street atmosphere or to go inside and feel like you have stepped into a Time Machine, it’s up to you. Both are great choices. Enjoy!

Good price and good quantities, and great service. Many vegetarian options, the "cauliflower steaks" completely recommended.

It was very pleasant. Very friendly and good service, good food, child-friendly

Had a great company event there

Simply a must! Food, ambience, staff... simply great! Always my pleasure

Food was good, unfortunately the beers are never properly refilled - they always pour 10% less

A really great restaurant. Great atmosphere, great service and super delicious food! Definitely worth a visit. 😇

Highly recommended for drinking a few beers in a friendly atmosphere. Service is friendly and on the ball. Brunch wasn't really my thing. But it's just a matter of taste.

Very friendly service. Good price/quality ratio. Definitely recommended to get acquainted with the Kölsche brauhaus culture!

This is our third time in Cologne and also our third time at the Gilden in Zims. The service is typically Cologne-style and friendly. The food is, like the last two times, very good. When I look at the fried potatoes, I am always amazed at how much they taste. Since we were sitting in a corner, the Kölsch wasn't exchanged as quickly as we were used to from the two previous visits. The food we ordered, however, came extremely quickly despite it being lunchtime. Sol efficiency is rare. We'd love to come back. :)

At Gilden im Zims in Cologne, I had the chance to try a traditional Kartoffelsuppe Altstädter, a rich potato soup. It was hearty and satisfying, but for me, Polish zalewajka still takes the top spot. For my main course, I went with Himmel un Äad, a local dish featuring fried blood sausage, mashed potatoes, apple sauce, and braised onions. The balance of flavours was incredible - salty, sweet, and earthy all in one plate. Definitely a must-try for anyone seeking authentic German cuisine!

Delicious. Very nice restaurant. Prices are okay. I'd love to come back.

Humanly speaking, the Haksen here is delicious. I went here after wandering around all day and the beer was delicious. There seems to be a clear difference Don't go to a weird restaurant, go here ^^ read vertically

Were there with 8 people. Everything went smoothly. Great service and great food.

Large selection of dishes, only a short waiting time for the food to be served. Food very tasty and service attentive and friendly. Apart from the fact that it was very loud due to the many guests, there is nothing to criticize.

We were there with a group of 25 employees. Overall it was ok. Unfortunately, there were a few points that were very disappointing at first, e.g. we couldn't use the room we had reserved because, according to the brewery, there weren't enough waiters (sickness absence?) We had already ordered the food well in advance, but the accompanying side salad was missing, which we only noticed the following day. Otherwise we definitely have praise for the chef, the food tasted very good (even without the side salad :))

Very courteous service, already served before the official opening, simply top

Eat and drink deliciously. The portions are well sized. The offer is classic for a Cologne location. Of course there is also half a rooster here...and it tastes good. Very friendly team that puts their hearts into it

Top-notch service, super friendly despite a full house. Always happy to come back.

Very nice place to eat a delicious dinner. Pork knuckle is awesome.

Great original Cologne gastronomy. A successful modernization of this historic building. The food, service and ambience are great here, as is the location, not far from the tram. Clear recommendation

Very tasty food. Staff very friendly. Definitely worth a visit.

Always full; still great service!! The food was really good; everything was perfect. Cool music in the basement later on. A tourist hotspot, but still very tasty and great service - always great when I come to Cologne. Thanks to the whole team ☺️

Great Cologne brewery with a great ambience and great food... I ate there 'Hell and Ahem' *TOP*... and the waiter was very friendly!!!... again at any time!!!

Delicious food, great service. However, it is very loud inside.

Nice brewery. Central location. No long waiting times for food. Always a safe bank.

There was nothing to complain about. Good service and great service, gladly again, had heaven and earth to eat, was as expected and delicious, as well as half the rooster, only the fries could have been hotter. Price-performance okay

A really good traditional Kolsch restaurant!

The food was very good, I had roast suckling pig which was sensational. The price was also great. All in all we had a lovely evening.

On a Tuesday evening the restaurant is packed, but the service was very friendly and had a smile for the guests.

Carnival in Zims. Legendary. Was there at the dance in the Old Women's Carnival. Great location, great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Really can only be recommended from the reception/service/food, everything was super delicious!

Good food and very varied dishes

Delicious Kölsch beer. Friendly service.

Nice place to dine and good fast and helpful service.

The brunch was really good! Everything was beautifully presented, and the service was excellent! We felt very comfortable!

The atmosphere was great, people from all over the world were guests. The food was totally bad. I had a grill plate with pork steak, chicken steak, roast beef and fried potatoes. The beef was like the sole of a shoe, you just couldn't chew it. You just get mass-produced goods there at a price that is far too high. It's a good place to drink a beer as a lot of tourists come there, but you should look for something else to eat.

A very cozy restaurant. Highly recommended @

Highly recommended! Great food. Noise level a bit high, but it's a brewery after all.

Nice brewery, fast, friendly and funny service, food very tasty. Some traditional foods. Kölsch is also very tasty, you can't get shandy here.

First dinner in Cologne was delicious. We had the schnitzel with mushroom sauce. It was absolutely incredible. Super flavorful. We also split a brat which was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing! If I am ever in Cologne again, will definitely come back here. The Kölsch style beer is also so great. I love the 200ml glasses!

Great food. Fast and friendly service. In the heart of the old town.

Really Cologne atmosphere and a nice waitress!

Everything was great and the best knuckle I've ever eaten.

Extremely delicious. Great food. Huge meat dishes. Knuckle, schnitzel, ... are really big! There is also a large selection for the Pänz. You can see history in the basement. You can also have a good party there.

Great brewery in Cologne – large, modern, and cozy This brewery in Cologne is so huge that it's easy to get lost in the lower level. Despite its spaciousness, it's modern and stylishly decorated, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The friendly waiters, who provide attentive and friendly service, deserve special mention. The cozy ambiance also invites you to linger. A perfect place to enjoy good beer and spend a relaxing time!

Went here a while ago and ate with a large group. The food was excellent and the service was good and very accommodating. Unfortunately it was a bit noisy, but otherwise the inn has a great interior!

It was Carnival and the restaurant was fully booked. The service had its hands full, but was available to all guests. Our group of 8 people enjoyed the food.

A rare 5-star from me. Very central location, great traditional atmosphere, ultra delicious food, good Kölsch beer. A tad pricy for my Eastern European standard but hey, I expected it to be a lot more expensive.

Very centrally located Wortshaus on the Heumarkt in Cologne. Service was very nice and attentive. Food was great and freshly prepared and everything came promptly so that everyone could eat at the same time. Otherwise, the restaurant is very large and there are other rooms. Overall everything was great and delicious.

Nicely done, everything on the table. No way to the buffet. Was pleasant. Unfortunately, the breakfast selection only met our taste to a limited extent. Cooked ham according to the menu was replaced by a kind of ham sausage (meat sausage with pieces in it), which we don't like. We don't like Flönz (blood sausage). We don't like sausages with scrambled eggs. There was also bacon, but not enough. We don't like salami that much...salmon wasn't enough. Everything was fresh and well presented, but just not quite to our taste. The lunch portion was good. The portion was good for me, the men were still hungry afterwards. Should have eaten more at breakfast...😂😂😂 Our Köbes was great. Unfortunately the air conditioning was running and there was a really noticeable draft. It was pointed out several times that this was very unpleasant, but no remedy was found. I had to put on my jacket, others later wore a scarf or stole. Ventilation and temperature were ok, but the strength of the draft urgently needed to be reduced. Conclusion: The price-performance ratio is right, service is great, nice atmosphere. There is always room for improvement. We'll definitely do it again. 🙂

Delicious food at fair prices. Everything was clean and the atmosphere was right. Service friendly. Overall, a nice evening.

Unfortunately our visit to this restaurant was a huge disappointment. Although the kitchen overall wasn't that bad and the dishes tasted good, the service was absolutely disastrous. We had to wait an extremely long time for the beer to be brought to us - even after politely asking several times. It seemed like the staff completely ignored us. This simply shouldn't happen in a restaurant. It's a shame, because the food actually had potential, but the miserable service completely ruined the overall impression.

It was a really great day with very tasty food. We'll be back. 😀