Haxenhaus in Köln

Very tasty food, great ambience, friendly service and fast service, would love to come back

After spending the entire day in the ugliest city I've ever seen, I ended up in this school canteen, which was in a very awful school. I ordered pork knuckles with potatoes and sauerkraut. The knuckle was around the size of a chicken leg and had an average taste. The potatoes tasted terrible and were chilly. The sauerkraut was likely a prank. It was an extremely pricey dinner that was not fit for consumption. I recommend avoiding such businesses and picking the donner kebab option, which is four times cheaper and ten times better.

Very medioka food. For the price of €30 a dish, I prefer a dönner kebab

The location is a hit. The food is quite expensive, but still appropriate for the location. Overall, it would be nicer and more appropriate for the traditional house to play traditional Cologne songs instead of up and down the charts. The same applies to the lighting concept, something less bright but warmer would improve the feeling of space. Choosing the crockery for each dish to be more rustic instead of white would round off the entire visit. The staff does a great job, is quick and reliable. Overall, the Haxenhaus is worth a visit, but don't expect fireworks.

The menu and food used to be better, variations of the knuckle are no longer available. Food 0-8-15, touristy. Too bad.

A very relaxing place that serves great pork knuckle!

This restaurant has been open for more than a hundred years and is a famous old-style pork knuckle restaurant in Cologne. It is said that you have to make a reservation on weekends to get a table. It happened that the thick-browed guy helped me because it was a Sunday and you could be seated without waiting. Hungarian beef soup (Kannonchen) is one of the famous dishes of the restaurant. The soup base is probably made from oxtail, so it is particularly fragrant and thick. Although the roasted pork knuckle (Buttermarkt) is for one person, the portion is huge and enough for two people. The pork knuckle is very fragrant, a little dry and salty, so it is best enjoyed with beer. The roasted pork knuckle is accompanied by a large amount of potato puree, which is fragrant and delicious. In addition, the thick eyebrow boy also ordered a sausage that was half a meter long. The sausage tasted slightly salty, but had a strong meaty flavor. Eating it with sauerkraut not only relieves the fat, but also brings out the meaty flavor of the sausage. The sausage comes with plenty of thick-cut potato chips, which are also super delicious.

We had one drei Könige with three kinds of meat and Himmel und äad. Himmel und Äad was fine, but the three pieces of meat were dry, and for sure old without really anything to it. Sad because for 35 Euros we thought we would get some good meat here.

An Evening at Haxenhaus in Cologne: A Night to Remember My evening at Haxenhaus in Cologne was nothing short of memorable. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by Freddy, the charming and hospitable owner, who treated us like old friends. Freddy made the evening feel special right from the start, offering us a cold beer to start and a customized cocktail crafted just for me. While my partner enjoyed his beer, I sipped on my cocktail and felt like we’d found one of Cologne’s hidden gems. When our meals arrived, I was served the most delicious potatoes and lamb shank I’ve ever tasted—tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Each bite was a delight, making the meal one I won’t soon forget. To make the night even more unique, Freddy treated us to a tour of the historic building, sharing stories of its rich past. His passion was evident as he recounted tales that brought the place to life, leaving us with a sense of the legacy we were dining within. It was an emotional glimpse into the restaurant’s story, adding depth to an already remarkable experience. I left Haxenhaus with both a full stomach and a happy heart, grateful for a wonderful meal and the warm hospitality that made our night so unforgettable.

Yesterday we were outside in the beer garden, wonderful with the glass panes to protect against the weather, plus more than enough heaters. The food was so-so, I had a large pork knuckle with bratwurst and meatloaf, but the Augustiner knuckle is a delight. The service was friendly and quick, you really couldn't complain.

Nice service, food arrived quickly and was super tasty. I can recommend the mashed potatoes. Super creamy and delicious.

Tourist trap. 45,- for 1m lukewarm overcooked bratwurst. Street stall on nearby square has better quality and price Worst würst I ever had in my life.

Really delicious. Mega friendly staff. But: With a knuckle with beer sauce priced at almost €30, it's probably more than three potato wedges. Side salad rather weak. Would still go again.

Service very slow and prices from the fantasy world... 😂😂😂 Tourist rip-off...

Great service, just had a drink!!!

It's good to drink one to ........... beer in a friendly atmosphere!

The young woman serving our group was so kind and attentive. She made sure we were well taken care of. The Schweinhaxen was phenomenal! Everyone was so happy with the meal, drinks, and dessert. 5/5 stars on everything for us.

Really great Kölsch brewery. Great knuckles and delicious beers. Service is ok, students who want to earn something extra. That's okay friends. You just have to look at it more casually. Then everything fits. Thank you :-) Greetings Martin

Traditional German restaurant located on the Rhine River Features: Specializing in roasted pork legs and HOME made sausages. Environment: Very traditional: wooden tables, wooden chairs, high ceilings. The seats are spacious and wheelchair accessible. There is outdoor seating. Dishes: 1) Traditional soup: Kannönchen:: Spicy goulash soup with bread, a big bowl of hot and spicy soup, the meat is stewed at just the right temperature. It's slightly spicy and makes me feel warm after eating it. 2) Homemade sausage: not very salty. Very tasty. 3) spareribs: a traditional Cologne dish, delicious homemade bbq sauce. The pork is very tender and delicious. The service was excellent. The wait staff are all smiling and efficient.

We recently dined here, and while the food was good and the price-quality ratio was fair, the overall experience was far from perfect. The service was poor. We constantly had to try and get the staff's attention just to place an order, which made the evening unnecessarily long and frustrating. What was even more outrageous is that a 10% tip was added to the bill without any communication. We only discovered this when we carefully checked the receipt. This is really unacceptable, especially for tourists who may not be as vigilant. My advice: double-check your bill if you’re eating here, as hidden charges like this are completely unfair.

It was all great. Wasn’t sure what to expect with the Himmel und ääd but was pleasantly surprised. We enjoyed it very much.

My most expensive bratwurst to date for €24 - I haven't measured it but definitely not 1/2 meter - plus kölsch for €2.60 - there are significantly cheaper and at least equivalent offers nearby!

The entire area is amazing and each place seems to have a specific focus- so come here for hearty German food and if you haven't tried it, Sweinshaxe! This place is a go-to for traditional ambiance and also make sure to take advantage of their Biergarten that has waterfront views!

Nice experience. Food was nice. You can have diff kinds of haxn.

Close to the river, it offers a nice view of the city sitting outside. The food is very good but It could be "more". I am not sure how to describe what was missing from taste or temperature.

Schlimmste Haxe ever, trocken und hart. Wir haben uns für zwei Personen Kölner Schmankerl bestellt, nur den Sauerkraut war essbar, der Rest nur noch Müll. Das kommt auch dazu, dass wir für das Gericht 57€ ausgeben mussten. Echt überteuert für so eine schlechte Qualität

We ordered Cologne delicacies for two people. Apart from the sauerkraut there was nothing edible. Pork knuckle and bratwurst were too dry, meat loaf and black pudding were very greasy, fried potatoes were still possible. So for 57€ I don't think it was possible at all. Way too expensive. I won't be coming back and won't recommend it to anyone.

Auf jeden Fall ein weiteren Besuch wert Tolles Essen und ordentliche Portionen War mit meinem Date dort und würde es wieder tuen Klasse Personal Freundlich und zuvorkommend

Beautiful location, attentive service, delicious beer and a huge selection of knuckles, super tasty 😋👌🏻

The atmosphere was very fantastic. The staffs were nice. I recommend it

Nice atmosphere, shame it takes them an hour to serve your dishes. While you wait they bring you beer that you didn't order which you have to pay for. Plus we had the surprise of an inflated bill at the end and when we asked for the receipt we obviously couldn't have it for no one knows what reason. Go elsewhere, save your money and time.

Delicious food and beautiful place, excellent service; highly recommended.

Sehr leckere Brauhausküche. Die Schweinshaxe war sehr lecker und ich habe keine Ahnung, wie groß der Hunger sein muss, dass sich hier einige über zu kleine Portionen beschweren. Personal auch sehr freundlich, auf Extrawünsche wurde eingegangen, was will man mehr.

Not recommended!!! We were there for dinner in February 2023. We ordered Lammhaxen Frankenwerft (according to the menu, grilled lamb shank, prepared according to an old farmer's recipe, served with fried potatoes and vegetables) and Schweinhaxe Bierkutscher (according to the menu, pork knuckle with spicy dark beer sauce, white cabbage salad and fried potato wedges). But we got other side dishes with the knuckles. Instead of white cabbage salad there was simple fresh green salad. The potato wedges didn't taste like anything. How can you go wrong with potatoes? But this house did it. Pork knuckle meat smelled disgusting. Lamb shank was grilled but not fried potatoes and vegetables, but a tasteless lukewarm vegetable stew served in a clay pot. Such a representative house but the food is just bad! The service was very nice and friendly. Please change the chef!

I had the pleasure of dining at this wonderful German restaurant and it was an experience I won't soon forget. I ordered the pork knuckle and a sausage - both dishes were simply delicious! The knuckle was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sausage had a wonderful, tangy flavor. There was also a cool Kölsch beer, which went perfectly with the hearty food. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy and authentic. If you love authentic German cuisine, you should definitely stop by here!

Amazing Food! With a stop on our cruise in Cologne we wanted to try local food. This place was wonderful, the bread was perfect and the meat and sauerkraut was everything we hoped for and more. I would definitely recommend this place!

We went there to eat with a certain level of expectation after seeing the pictures on Google and most of the other plates around us... the stated waiting time was 25 minutes, in the end it was 1 hour 40 minutes that we waited and we were very surprised when we did saw the plate... what was ordered was a pork knuckle with pumpkin puree in chanterelle cream with dumplings. There were 3 pieces of cut-off fat on the plate for €26. When I asked where the meat was, they just said she had no idea and didn't work in the kitchen. We then received two pieces of cold, old, dry meat as “compensation”. We also ordered a panna cotta which arrived 40 minutes after we had finished our “main course”. Unfortunately the visit was a complete disappointment and we wouldn't go there again.

I ordered a 1/2 meter bratwurst with fried potatoes and sauerkraut. The price was very high at €24. I expected more than this small portion. Didn't really fill you up and lacked flavor. The ambience and service was good and friendly. I'll enjoy my meal somewhere else next time

THE hook institution in Cologne. All the versions I have tried so far have been crispy and delicious. Overall, the location is of course touristy, but also popular with us Cologne residents. But the Kölsch for €2.60 hurts a bit. However, I think the prices for the food are reasonable. Service is attentive and nice, but I don't understand why the girls are forced into these unspeakable dirndls. Otherwise, a rustic atmosphere in a historic building. Attention: The toilet is on the 1st floor and can only be reached via the stairs.

Delicious, very crispy knuckles at a fair price. The service was very attentive and friendly. The prices are appropriate for the quantity and quality of the dishes.

Very tasty food and friendly service!

We ate a very tasty apple strudel. The ambience outside isn't immediately great, but unfortunately that's due to the construction site. Very friendly staff

We were disappointed with our recent visit. Despite the high rating, the experience didn’t live up to expectations. We ordered just beer and some small dishes to accompany it. While the beer arrived quickly, the food took 15 minutes to come. The black pudding was of average quality at best. There are plenty of much better places in Cologne.

Nice pork knuckle. However I don't like the service. I ordered 1 bottle of Riesling but they just gave me 2 glasses and said that the wine was out of order. If they did not it in the first place, they should have informed us so we can make a new order. Overall... The food is okay.

Service took a long time to respond to my table and any table around after arriving. I ordered a Coca Cola. It was 3.80 euro and was flat, as if it had been poured from an old bottle. Don't come here.

If you like piles of unseasoned, plain meat - it’s fantastic. The staff were amazing, the desserts and starters were good, but the mains just weren’t good at all.

Great place, great food, great atmosphere and great team !

It’s pricey and long time waiting. The services were awful to no German speakers. When I wanted to check the bill, they even did not give me the bill and receipt! I will never go there again. The price was also wrong, they changed me much more than the actual bill I ordered! I never thought that the waitress would put tips just in the bill directly?! Lived here for five years, it was the first time I experienced such awful service without the bill and receipt.

Rustic restaurant with a large selection of pork knuckle variations. Beautifully located on the Rhine. Very friendly and attentive staff. I had the Kölner Haxe, filled with Flönz (smoked blood sausage). I'm looking forward to next time.

Ho frequentato questo locale per anni, felice di ritornarci per degustare lo stinco bevendo della buonissima birra. L’ultima esperienza però è stata traumatica, avendo mangiato all’esterno del locale, tra i topi! Per quanto paradossale, i roditori passeggiavano tranquillamente sotto i tavoli del ristorante, tra i piedi degli ospiti. Disgustato ho segnalato il fenomeno al cameriere, che ormai ci aveva fatto evidentemente l’abitudine, dato che ci ha risposto essere normale, poiché in per strada, in prossimità del fiume…. Il cibo sarà anche buono, ma no, no e no!

There were 10 people and we had a reservation and a table on the terrace. Everyone got their food at the same time even though it was very full and everyone enjoyed it. A special thanks to Mohamed who perfectly supplied us "old" men with drinks. He must have had sore muscles from carrying beer boards😁

Food was very very good, the service was excellent, helped with choosing drinks and all. Nice location too!

When I think of Cologne, I don't actually think of Haxe. But that was great. Better than some from the south. Really great! Thanks!

Great traditional German restaurant. Located in the heart of the city on the river bank. Very nice terrace to sit down and have an amazing dinner. The food was amazing and the portion very big. All the sides were great to. We didn't have a dessert because we were full from the gulaš apertizer and the main course. The lady that was serving us was very pleasant and professional, she made us feel like at home. Great place to visit with great food.

Despite a slightly cold first impression, a very friendly waitress, very pleasant and very professional. Delicious typical meals. I highly recommend.

Après avoir été servis nous avons été vite expédiés il était 21h30 et la cuisine fermée ; déçus par l’addition salée qui ne se justifie pas du tout avec un pourboire de 10% sans ne rien dire

Je ne parle pas de la bouteille d’eau à plus de 7€, mais aussi des 10% de pourboires qui sont automatiquement ajoutés à votre addition sans vous demander si vous êtes ok. Dernière chose, à pâtir de 21h30, ils ne servent plus de dessert 👎

The food was okay. The shop is a bit uncomfortable. The service was ok too. Unfortunately, mass processing.

Very friendly staff but the 1m homemade sausage we got was very underwhelming and very pricy, we paid 40€ per person. The staff was very friendly

Great beer and excellent food, the shanks were cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside. However, slow service on busy days, and very noisy inside. I would stay here again!

We were at the chocolate museum today and wanted to have a nice stop before driving home. On the way we discovered the haxenhaus and were immediately warmly welcomed and served by a young man. There was still enough space outside and it was also very pleasant. The meals are large according to the prices, absolutely filling and very tasty. The attentiveness of the young man who served us was great and he was competent and helpful. All in all it was a wonderful stay and definitely recommended. thanks to the team and keep it up...

A good choice of the many on the banks of the Rhine in Cologne. Great food and excellent local Kolsch beer. Service good despite our super larger party.

Great beer hall in Cologne. We visited during the christmas markets and enjoyed it so we returned this summer. The Schweinshaxe is absolutely delicious - what more can I say? Make sure you go on an empty stomach!

Dishes are quite expensive, staff is very friendly.

I wonder if it’s because people from North Rhine-Westphalia have smaller appetites? The portion of elbow is smaller than that of Bayern State, but the price is about the same. However, there are many ways to make elbow, which can be called the encyclopedia of elbow, and it tastes great!

Very rude staff! Yelled at me out of nowhere, didn't even have time to order!

Greasy dishes from the plastic bag of fried potatoes. Very unpleasant smells. Environmental pollution since the skylights in the far too small kitchen are always open. Because the extractor hood is not functional. Very unhealthy for the kitchen employees. Many chefs quit within a short period of time. Old, non-functioning exhaust systems were installed on the roof by an employee more than 30 years ago. In the mixed residential area, the operator who launched the IG Altstadt interest group after the flood is the direct night because today is rude and stroppy does not adhere to the requirements because he has good connections to the city of Cologne🛌. However, the Cologne clique cannot accept this in the long term under the law. I can't have a window open in my apartment. In fact, I am now seriously ill. I have to spend a lot of money on a fan in my room, a cleaning device and constantly cleaning the window panes, because this greasy, greasy, environmentally polluting particulate matter from the restaurant gets directly into my private environment on the window panes. In fact, I cannot recommend this Haxenhaus under any circumstances, because everything is morally unacceptable. I wouldn't eat anything there anymore either. Just looking into the kitchen disgusts me. These spilled fried potatoes then lie spread out on the side of the roasting tray for hours. And then there are loud noises from the kitchen where meat is being pounded, which is incredibly nerve-racking as the bang bang bang can be heard again and again through the double window into my bedroom, where I have to lie down for many hours a day. I can back up everything I write here. I would be grateful for your feedback.

Food 5 stars, service was unfortunately a little sloppy.

Really very tasty and good, great service

Fantastic place, with great food and drink. Service you want to tip for, put it on your tour route

The food was good, but the waitress basically charged us a 10% tip without asking and didn't even give us the receipt with what we just paid. We had to ask for the receipt with the prices and the explanation about the extra charge. The tip is not mandatory! This was just disrespectful!

Delicious food, good products and excellent service. Nice terrace and beautiful location.

I waited an hour to eat it and it was delicious. It was difficult because it took so long. I also accepted the 10% tip without saying anything.

Great location on the Rhine - very reasonable prices. The platter for several people is outstanding value for the price (only black pudding and the meat loaf lags behind the great sausage and knuckle)

Very good atmospheric establishment. many tables outside and inside. The staff is very polite. The order was prepared quickly, the portions are very large and tasty, we didn't eat everything, we packed some to take away, I recommend!

A large selection of knuckles and tasty home cooking.

A place that I found almost unchanged. The very idea that a foreigner can have of traditional Germany, its traditions and its cuisine. The pork dishes are hearty and the Kölsch succulent. The staff takes great care even when you don't speak the language well.

Very pleasant place close to the Rhine and well frequented. The cuisine is good and a menu with local meals is offered. The drinks are good, the welcome is rather pleasant. Nothing to complain about.

We had a couple of hours between trains at Köln Hbf so we walked up to the Cologne Cathedral then down to the banks of the Rhine to find somewhere to eat. Lots of tourist food - we walked a little further to Haxenhaus, and very much enjoyed our lunch. It took a while to get menus and give our order, but the food arrived quickly and was good - the meat in the soup was a little tough, but very tasty goulash, the lamb knuckle was great, the goats cheese salad was delicious and the environment is good - not too busy, no road traffic. It looks lovely inside, although we sat outside, and the toilets upstairs are clean and well-kept. You are close to the town centre. Definitely worth a look.

Very delicious pork knuckles and the lamb was also very good. The kids menu was surprising also quite big, like adult size for a grown up woman. Would recommend to take the fried pork skin as a side, very crispy and full of flavour. It was nice sitting outside and you can also nearer the riverside, but more for drinks and small bites. The waitress who doesn’t take orders, but only serving was very friendly and nice, only sometimes forgetful. The male staff were clearly less enthusiastic and hard to get attention from. So ordering would be a challenge, be prepared to wait at least 20 to 30min. Also the food needs a lot of time to be prepared, waited more than 1,5 hours for the food to arrive. Thankfully the food was very delicious.

Employees can't speak proper German, we've been waiting for 45 minutes for our order but nothing comes. Waiters work slowly. You can't even reach a waiter. Mice are running around outside.

Ate here on our second night in Cologne. Lovely location at the side of the Rhein. We had the platter for 2 which was lovely. Fresh and tasty. Staff were friendly.

Lovely little place next to the Rhein. We had the platter for two which was great value and the food was tasty.

Highly recommended for anyone who likes to eat pork knuckle. Service was quick and very friendly. Prices reasonable.

Really good authentic German food and beer. Lovely setting right next to the river

A typical German restaurant. Very tasty and cozy

In my opinion, these are loveless dishes from the typical wholesaler. Lots of finished products, little love. The service was not attentive, we waited forever until we could pay. Then there were no tips either. I won't come again

Very tasty but a little more expensive

Good, lovely service and the food really corresponds to previous reviews, Top notch

It was recommended to us and we can recommend it to others. Delicious knuckles. Great view of the Rhine.

The bratwurst is delicious, not too spicy and fried brown (not black). Fried potatoes freshly made and not greased. Sauerkraut was also tasty and not too watery. We had the portion for 2 people, served on one plate. There are also 2 smaller plates, so you have the feeling that everyone can fill their plate. If you come with a stomach full of hunger, you won't really get enough of your half. Fast service with relaxed sayings. A group of 50 people didn't overwhelm the kitchen or the staff. Of course you have to pay for the location in the first row to the Rhine.

Food tasted very good. Service has deteriorated significantly. We had to wait almost half an hour for 2 cold drinks, even though there were still a few seats available.

Nice seats with a view of the Rhine😍

July 12, 2024 A trip to Germany's world heritage sites and museums I visited for lunch. I ordered it even though I didn't really understand the menu. I wanted a vegetable salad so I asked for a salad too, but there were a lot of vegetables in the sausage as well🤣w𐤔𐤔w I had a delicious meal while refilling my beer ☺ The customer service guy was very friendly and we had a fun meal. thank you for helping me. This is a tourist-friendly store.

The food was nothing special for the price we paid. It wasn't really hot either.

Authentic german haxe, holy smokes that shizzle was delicious, bring yo mama there or else!

Friendly service. Food was okay.

Great beer, great food, and cute waitress :D

We received a very friendly welcome, the service was on point, the food was very good 👍 we felt comfortable for such a short time

Typical Kölche cuisine. Beautifully located between the Rhine and the old town. Not just knuckles, as the name suggests. But of course a large selection of different knuckles and knuckle dishes. Beer is good anyway. Large outdoor area. When the weather is nice, the outside can quickly become overcrowded and there can be short waiting times for service. Nevertheless, the service is nice and courteous.