Kebapland in Köln

I wouldn't even give it one star! I drove here all the way from Essen today – only to be so disappointed. I ordered two lamb durums and a lamb platter with the special bread – everything was completely tasteless and lacking in spices! This place is so unbelievably overrated!!! And they don't even accept card payments 😑😑😑😑 Plus, there are far too few seats. Better to invest your money elsewhere. I totally regret wasting my money on such tasteless food! I wouldn't even give it one star! I traveled all the way from Essen just to get so disappointed. I ordered two lamb durums and a lamb platter with the special bread, and everything was completely tasteless and lacking in spices! This place is so unbelievably overrated!!! On top of that, they don’t accept card payments 😑😑😑😑 There are also not enough seating places. Better to spend your money somewhere else. I really regret wasting my money on such tasteless food!

Honestly, I wouldn't even give this place one star. I came all the way from Essen – and was completely disappointed. I ordered two lamb durums and a lamb platter with special bread, but everything was bland and completely lacking in flavor or seasoning. This place is so overrated, I really don't understand the hype! Even worse: they don't accept card payments and there's barely any seating. Honestly – it's not worth the money. I totally regret paying for such tasteless food.

Wow... what an overrated place. Everyone talks like it's great, but honestly, it was some of the most tasteless food I've ever had. I ordered two lamb durums and a lamb platter – no seasoning, no flavor, nothing special. And card payments? None. Never again!

This was honestly one of the worst dining experiences I've had in Germany. I came here from Essen full of anticipation – and was totally disappointed. The food had no flavor, the service was uncaring, and they don't accept card payments! I left frustrated and hungry. Never again!

I traveled all the way from Essen to try this restaurant—and I totally regret it. The lamb platter and dürüms were just boring—no flavor, no spice, nothing special. All the hype surrounding this place is completely overblown. Plus, they only accept cash and barely have any seating. A waste of money.

I really expected more after all the good reviews. Unfortunately, the food was completely underwhelming. The lamb dishes were bland, and the bread wasn't anything special either. Furthermore, it was very inconvenient that you couldn't pay by card. I wouldn't go back.

Honestly, I don't understand why this place is so hyped. I came all the way from Essen to try it, but it was a total disappointment. The food had no real flavor—the lamb was dry, and the bread was nothing special. Cash only, and there aren't enough seats. For the price, I really expected more.

Super friendly staff, no waiting time, and the food is definitely worth the long trip!

Great service, despite the large number of guests. Delicious Adana plate. Parking for €2.50 per hour right around the corner.

I honestly was expecting more about the best kebap in Köln, but it just wasn't there. I ordered the lamb sandwich and it was crunchy, the portion was a bit small and probably a bit more of the yogurt sauce would've helped in improving it, I feel like the pickled cabbage was missing in that combination. The hype was bigger than the actual thing but it's still worth a try.

I'm not from Cologne myself, but I've been to Kebapland at least once on every visit to Cologne. Why? Quite simply, because they serve one of the best Adana kebabs with crispy grilled bread and sauce. You won't find anything else like it in Germany. The building may not be a 5-star restaurant, but the food and the preparation of the dishes deserve a full 5 stars. I've always been impressed by the new restaurant and will continue to visit Kebapland Cologne every time in the future. Try it and see for yourself...

Best lamb skewer evee, the place runs like a machine. The atmosphere is loud and hectic, the line is long, but the food is served nonstop.

It's definitely worth the wait! Ramo Teller is a must-try.

Very friendly and helpful. We were looking for the parking meter and a doctor's office.👍

You can get super authentic Adana kebab here. However, you should expect a longer wait time, depending on the day of the week and the time of day you arrive.

One of the best shops in Cologne! It's busy on weekends, but it's worth the wait.

Treat yourself to Kebab Land. Even the vegetarian options are top-notch. Because there were no falafel on the menu, I thought a vegetarian dürüm would simply be some salad with sauce. Instead, my dürüm was filled with smoky grilled vegetables, spicy rice, and spicy sauce. Delicious, affordable, and quickly prepared. Definitely worth a visit!

No longer an insider tip in Cologne. The food is delicious...a cult snack bar, freshly fried meat. The bread is amazing.

The Adana itself is truly delicious; you can taste that it's freshly made. Even though it's lamb, it doesn't have a muddy flavor. I think this engine oil is overrated. Simply put, it's a smoky oil with a hint of paprika powder. I suspect it's lamb fat that was created when the skewers were grilled, or fat trimmed off when the meat was cut, which is rendered, seasoned, and elongated. Yes, it's delicious, but it doesn't have the WOW effect that was expected after the hype.

Tastes really delicious. You have to wait a bit, but the staff is friendly and it goes relatively quickly.

The dishes were so good that they cannot be put into words, but paying only in cash was a disaster (the tax office is happy).

Fast, friendly service at a fair price. And it tastes delicious, too. Treat yourself!

Food was decent but not worth the hype

Saw a few rich boys in their expensive cars drive up to the place, skip the queue with 30 waiting, server comes back with a notepad and takes their order. While we all waited like peasants. Never going here again. Kepapland isn't for the masses.

The Adana and Sucuk Dürüm were delicious. The bread that came with the dish tasted a lot like a gas grill :/

RAS really excellent and complete

I ordered the Adana sandwich, and it took less than five minutes to cook. It's a flavor explosion, and I can totally understand the hype. Keep in mind that you'll have to expect a long wait on weekends. But it's worth it.

It was described to me as the best in the city: I confirm. I was told we'd have to wait half an hour: I confirm. I was told it's almost impossible to get a seat inside: I confirm. If you go to Kebapland, you know you'll have to wait in line, you probably won't get a seat, but at least you'll have eaten an excellent kebab at prices that are no different from those of any fast food restaurant these days. The only real flaw: they don't accept cards, only cash.

The perfect taste is worth waiting in line for approximately 30-40 minutes 👌

Superbly organized. Very attentive staff! It was delicious, as always, with a favorite: Adana. The bread that comes with your plate is highly recommended. The ambiance is, of course, not one for lingering. AND one wish: More drink options...

We had kebab and cubed meat service, the cubed meat was delicious, we loved it! However, the kebab was not what we expected, as people from Adana, we loved everything else.

Rustic, honest, damn delicious Kebapland in Cologne isn't a fancy place for fine dining—and it doesn't even pretend to be. This is all about authentic, homemade Turkish cuisine, served in a rustic setting with genuine warmth. If you're looking for good food, honest portions, and authentic flavors, this is the place for you. ⸻ 🍽️ What we ate: • Adana plate: Spicy, juicy, and perfectly grilled—the Adana kebab consists of an aromatic blend of minced veal and lamb. Not too fatty, but well-seasoned and intensely flavored. A true classic, prepared to perfection here. • Tavuk plate (chicken skewer): Tender, beautifully juicy on the inside, slightly crispy on the outside—the chicken was also very well-cooked. Combined with the side dishes, it was a well-rounded dish. • Side Dishes: • Bulgur & Rice (Pirinc): well-seasoned, fluffy, and aromatic • Acılı Ezme: nicely spicy and fruity • Haydari: creamy, slightly sour – a fresh counterpart • Salad: crunchy and lightly spiced • The warm flatbread in butter, tomato, and paprika oil: simply heavenly! Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, with the spicy butter a real highlight on the plate. • Dürüm (one with Adana, one with chicken): Rich in flavor – the meat is particularly impressive. The only downside: the yufka dough has a slightly sweet note, which doesn't quite match the savory fillings. Personally, I'd recommend a sandwich or a plate of food, as these versions have a more well-rounded flavor. ⸻ 🧃 Drinks & Extras: There's a small but adequate selection: Ayran, water, Coke, Fanta, etc. – plus free black tea at the end – a lovely gesture that matches the warm atmosphere. ⸻ 👨‍🍳 Service & Ambience: The service is friendly, direct, and authentic – just as you'd expect from a Turkish family business. The restaurant is simple and functional, yet clean and welcoming. No frills, just a focus on what matters: good food. ⸻ ⭐ Conclusion: 4.5 out of 5 stars Anyone looking for rustic, honest Turkish cuisine will get their money's worth at Kebapland Cologne. Excellent value for money, generous portions, and robust flavors – only the sweet yufka in the dürüm wasn't quite my cup of tea. A clear recommendation: a plate of platters with bread and mezze – divine!

Always happy when I am in Cologne

Very tasty. Small shop, but old-school.

Still quite tasty. But still not worth the hype. They have it elsewhere in Cologne (Weidengasse / Keupstraße), but the prices have been raised considerably again! Bye, I'll never be back.

Went there as a tourist. Service staff was very nice and helpful. Help seat us at a table and helped us with ordering. Just overall very nice people. The food was quiet a lot per person. Served free bread and food was delicious!!

Don't let the exterior fool you – it was better than any other kebab shop in Munich

We were eagerly anticipating finally trying an Adana Dürüm today, but were sadly disappointed. What we got had nothing to do with a real Adana Dürüm. In our opinion, the product is overrated (hyped). For the quality and the ambiance, it was significantly too expensive. While the meat itself was good, the combination of sauce and salad simply didn't make the overall result tasty. The taste was just off. Added to that was a very long wait, which was completely worth it. I was already skeptical, but my friends were eager to eat here. In the end, they were even more disappointed than I was. We will definitely not be coming here again.

Insanely good food and top-notch staff. You just have to get lucky with the timings, otherwise you could end up waiting in line for ages. It's best to get there when it opens. It's worth getting there at 12 pm.👍🏻👍🏻

They said they've been in Germany for 4 years and haven't had a decent kebab anywhere. This is the place. We said, "Man, there's a queue. If there is a queue, it's worth the wait. We waited in the rain for half an hour. You're doing so much work. You could build an awning to keep people from getting wet. There's nowhere to sit. A place with wooden benches and tables, just like old schools, fits 8-10 people at most. We decided to have kebabs. Wow, we ordered. The meat tasted awful. I couldn't taste the sauce. We wanted lamb shish. It was a loaf of bread. You couldn't see the meat inside. There weren't any greens on top. It was ketchup, yogurt, or mayonnaise. Some weird sauce. Should I curse the 120 km I've come to, or should I be mad at the fact that I waited in line in the rain? I don't know what to say. It's just a kebab. You've made a name for yourself, don't ruin it, brother.

We drove 100 km to your place, and the journey was worth it. The food was fresh, hot, and super delicious. We/I have never had such an explosion in our mouths. Thank you.

For five years I have been eating there. The food is good, but unfortunately this time I was disappointed. The kebab skewer is very thin, the quantity has become smaller, and the price has become more expensive. I used to buy it for seven euros. Today I bought it for 8.5 euros. If they do not fix it like before, I will not buy from them again.

Finally, I arrived at Kebabland. The wonderful smoky aroma wafted across the street toward me; I could practically smell it from the train tracks. Despite the hustle and bustle, there wasn't a long line this time, and the many orders were processed quickly – so the wait was hardly worth mentioning. On the plate were grilled chicken, lamb, and buttery-tender chicken wings, all superbly seasoned. The absolute highlight for me, however, was the Adana skewer: wonderfully seasoned, with a spicy texture that immediately made you want more. The spicy sauce and yogurt sauce rounded it all off perfectly. Side dishes like rice, bulgur, and salad were also excellent. I particularly enjoyed the crispy fried bread, which – as is fitting – was brushed with "motor oil." It was a truly fantastic experience. I felt amazing – smoky and stuffed.

I expected more, at least that the bread was homemade, descendus is made with ready-made bread which doesn't taste good at all.

Waiting 10 meters outside in line for the infamous Adana Kebab wasn't worth it. I had hoped for more. Too bad. There are much better places.

Mythical place in Cologne, a must-see

strong, only the queuing is annoying.

Be aware !!! This place makes you become addicted to their food 😍

Commercially available Cologne kebab spinner.

Anyone reading this is probably wondering why almost everywhere gets 5 stars. It's quite simple: it tastes simply amazing. I had the Adana skewer with the bread (in my opinion, it would have been even better if it had been grilled longer with that amazing sauce). The staff are friendly and space out the tables, and that's the downside: there aren't many, and if you're unlucky, there's nothing available, or you end up waiting.

Delicious and iconic with waiting time

Based on the good reviews on Google, I decided to try the food, but it turned out there was nothing worth waiting more than 45 minutes for. It wasn't bad, but nothing special either. I won't even say anything about the atmosphere, because there isn't one.

The best Adana in the world—even Turkey can't beat it! The bread and the motor oil are incredible, a flavor explosion. Unbelievable every time and definitely worth the wait.

Lightning quick service, great portions, incredible flavours!! Dat is ne jode Lade he

This somewhat unassuming restaurant offers unparalleled value for money. The food, no matter what it is, tastes simply outstanding. The Adana skewer is tender, and the charcoal grilling delivers the finest roasted flavors. Combined with the side dishes and complemented by the homemade, fresh red wine, the menu is an oriental delight at a great price. Thank you very much, and we'll be back!

Unfortunately, my experience at this restaurant was not good. The meat was very fatty, which affected the taste and quality. In addition, the staff's behavior was not up to the required standard and did not reflect high-quality service. I hope that the quality of food and service will be improved in the future.

Not as exaggerated as it sounds

Coming from MV and the food was very delicious, service was also good would like to come again

Top food but too long waiting time unfortunately

Really delicious and great service. You'd want something like that in every city.

I've been coming here for years, Kebapland is always a great place to get a delicious Adana sandwich. This time the dish was a bit too salty, but the Adana sandwich was, as always, excellent!

My boyfriend and I went there yesterday. I had a chicken skewer sandwich and he had a chicken skewer plate. It was so delicious, and we didn't even wait 10 minutes after ordering. Wow, a really great place, superbly organized! Thank you. We'll be back. 😊👌🏼

The hype is justified. Extremely delicious. The price is also excellent. The Adana plate is truly filling. There's also plenty of bread toasted in the house sauce. Simply fantastic. Don't let the line put you off. Despite the line, the ordering process, and the short wait for the food, it only took us 20 minutes from arrival to the food on our table. Every detail is perfect here. An excellent restaurant. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. The service is friendly and attentive, making you feel immediately at ease. The selection of dishes on the menu leaves nothing to be desired and invites you to try new things. Definitely a place you'll want to visit again and again.

I was there on a Saturday at 1 p.m., stood in a line with about 20 people ahead of me, and got my food in about the same amount of time. Very friendly staff. I would have taken a plate, but it was too full (for me personally). The Adana sandwich was great, but I'll get one with two skewers next time. All in all, definitely worth a visit, even during peak hours.

ATTENTION: NO HELAL I specifically asked on-site, and the employee assured me it wasn't helal. After I tried to leave, another employee came and said it was helal. So please don't eat there.

Good but has decreased, if you ask you get bread to go

Kebapland - known far beyond the (city) borders - so of course I had to try it 🤩 It was really delicious, but is it soooo delicious that I have to wait another HOUR for it...? 🤪

I was there for the first time yesterday. I've tried many shops in North Rhine-Westphalia, and this one was getting a lot of hype, so I wanted to see for myself. My first impression was good: pleasant smell in the shop, quick delivery after ordering, the Adana dürüm was neatly packaged, and the meat was thickly sliced ​​and juicy. However, the taste didn't convince me at all. I had to wait at least 30 minutes just to order, the dürüm bread looked like a simple supermarket wrap and was definitely not homemade, and I also found the much-praised engine sauce completely overrated. Overall, a disappointment for me—overly hyped and disappointing in taste. I don't understand the hype from all the food bloggers and wouldn't queue there that long again. I'd be better off eating cevapcici around the corner. If you're in Hagen, you should go to the Hatay Restaurant instead—in my opinion, the best dürüm in North Rhine-Westphalia so far.

Very good, unique, special sauce, a must try.

On August 9, 2025, after a 45-minute wait, four of us ordered 8 regular Adana. After an additional 20 minutes of waiting, I received my takeaway bag. It tasted overly salty, so much so that all I could taste was the lettuce and the fat from the pie. Despite all this, there were only 7 Adana in the bag.

Very good food for a reasonable price. Most of the servers are very friendly and accommodating, with the exception of the employee at the counter who wears a cap. Extremely rude and disrespectful.

Super Mega food the best food I have ever eaten in my life

The Adana skewers are really very good. The quantity is also just right. The wait is relatively long, but it's still tolerable. The surroundings and the shop don't look like a top-notch location, but that's not really important.

Highly recommended, even if you have to wait a few minutes. Rustic, iconic charm, simple dishes, fair prices. Most importantly: truly delicious food!! We'll definitely be back!

Kebabland offers delicious specialties, always fresh and full of flavor. Whether grilled or vegetarian – the quality is always top-notch. Friendly service and fair prices round out the experience.

The food is worth the wait. Make sure you have cash.

Super delicious food... you should stop by when you are here... don't be put off by the queue

The best food ever, the spiced bread is addictive. The chicken sandwich is amazing, we drove all the way from Wuppertal to Cologne just for the bread 😀

Extremely crowded, very brusque staff, we ordered something to take away, wanted my Dürüm with spicy sauce, I wasn't told that it wasn't available, I wasn't really listened to, when I wanted to eat it, it was so greasy that it dripped out of the packaging and ruined my pants, the first few bites were OK until I suddenly came across something that looked like coal, all in all I can't understand the hype, for me it was the first and definitely the last visit to this establishment

Best Adanan Dürum with "motor oil"

The line was incredibly long, but I was still served quickly. I ordered a Dürüm and a plate. It arrived in under 6 minutes. Reasonable prices, and I was full. The flavors were very intense. The shop could be bigger; it's a bit narrow and uncomfortable to walk around in. Great service and clean despite the constant crowd. 8.9/10

Absolutely crazy, it's totally worth the wait...No words

I recommend trying it, everything was delicious for a while

Tasty but overrated, there are better ones

To be honest, I've been disappointed several times. The meat is completely fatty, and the meat content is accordingly low. Hence the low prices. The taste isn't for me, and the place isn't particularly inviting.

What more can I say? A cult spot in Cologne-Ehrenfeld, super friendly staff, fantastic food, and great prices. You have to be patient, or get there by 11:30 a.m. 😁 Highly recommended, it couldn't be better.

The food was very tasty, but unfortunately no napkins were included to take away. Too bad.

One star deducted for the long wait. But it's definitely worth it. Exceptional food and very friendly service.

My first time there, and it smelled so nice and homely.<3 The food was delicious, but why isn't your Adana spicy?🥲

More hype than quality. The Adana doesn't compare to a good Adana, and the famous bread with the sauce is nothing special either.

We had Adana Kebap. As a dish, it was really good — more like a mixture of Adana and İnegöl köfte. But if you’re expecting an authentic Adana Kebap, this isn’t it.

The sandwiches and the Dürum with lamb and chicken were delicious, but due to the rush, the waiting time was about 45 minutes.

There's no invoice, and the order isn't recorded or documented. There were problems with the change, and there's a lot of arguing and mistakes aren't acknowledged.

The food at Kebabland Cologne was really very good and freshly prepared—definitely recommended! Unfortunately, there was a small misunderstanding at the checkout when paying, which wasn't accepted immediately. We were able to sort it out in the end, though. Still, it was a nice visit, and I'll be back.

A completely quaint place. A bit dirty (floor, chairs, door...) The food tasted good. Unfortunately, it was quite charred...clearly grilled, but it was definitely overcooked and completely black. They brought it out to me anyway. I thought that was stupid.

The store doesn't really need a description. You know those places you'd never normally go into? This is one of those. And it's perfect.

It used to be better... Ten years ago, the dishes were still very good. Now, they're more or less okay. I wouldn't recommend them. The chicken skewer was very well seasoned, but too dry. The lamb skewer was seasoned well, but also too dry. The Adana skewer was good, but nowhere near what it used to be. It's not a traditional Adana kebab anyway, since Kebab Land's kebab isn't spicy, but that doesn't matter. The grilled bread was excellent, very tasty. The tzatziki and spicy sauce were rather average, and the salad was also rather average.

Extremely good food and incredible hospitality. Deserves all the hype it gets and more.

First time here, pleasantly surprised. Very tasty skewers, even though it was packed, the food arrived in just a few minutes. Great value for money. Staff very friendly.

Best store! Love was received and love was sent out.