La Teca in Köln

After the closure of arguably the best gluten-free Italian restaurant in Cologne, Mimmo u Santo, we were looking for a new place. Based on the good reviews, we eagerly reserved a table at La Teca. Upon arrival, however, we were rather rudely informed that we would have to wait if we wanted to sit outside. When I explained that we had a reservation inside, they simply told us we could "sit anywhere." No sooner said than done – but the waitress's first information was that payment was only accepted in cash (welcome to 2025). A reminder of this when making the phone reservation would have been helpful. So I had to walk for 20 minutes through the Südstadt district in 25°C heat to withdraw cash from a gas station ATM for a fee of €4.99. When I returned, my wife was suddenly sitting at a different table, since "sitting anywhere" wasn't what she meant after all. My "regular" pizza was average at best, a bit soggy in places – I've had much better. My wife's gluten-free pizza, on the other hand, was fine. The service seemed rather bored overall, and even the final apology and bottle of red wine couldn't salvage the impression. Conclusion: Overall, disappointing, and no reason for us to return to Südstadt.

Hello everyone, We went out to eat as a family today and were absolutely thrilled! As soon as we walked in, we were greeted so warmly by the chef that we immediately felt at home. The service was simply perfectly attentive, friendly, and welcoming – 10/10 for that! The food was wonderfully fresh, incredibly delicious, and with a great selection of gluten-free dishes, which is especially important to us. It's rare to be able to eat gluten-free so carefree and enjoyably – here, that was absolutely possible. The value for money is also absolutely spot on. You can just tell that the cooking and work here is done with love. Thank you so much for this wonderful evening, we will definitely be back! ❤️🍴

Today was my first visit to this restaurant. Five of us were there to celebrate my daughter's birthday. I've rarely felt so comfortable; we received a very warm welcome from Eros and his team. This restaurant is definitely one of the best Italian restaurants I know. From the appetizer to the main course and dessert to the drinks, everything was simply top-notch. The service was also excellent. It's especially worth mentioning that the restaurant is also a must-visit for people with gluten intolerance, as the staff is familiar with celiac disease. All dishes on the menu can also be ordered gluten-free. Eros and his team are extremely attentive and helpful. Thank you for this wonderful evening; we will definitely be back!

I simply ate the world's best gluten-free pizza at La Teca, and the flavor is so amazing that you'd almost forget it's gluten-free. The ingredients are fresh and high-quality – you can tell from the first bite, and I don't even need to start with the staff… super, super sweet and friendly! From now on, I'll be there on every trip to Cologne!

Excellent pizza and pasta dishes. Very friendly service.

Great gluten-free pizza. Tastes as good as it looks. There's a very large selection of gluten-free dishes; almost everything can be made gluten-free. Simply great

In terms of value for money, this is probably the best Italian restaurant in Cologne. Good, fresh Italian cuisine with fantastic daily specials. The service is always friendly, and the seating in this small restaurant is simply pleasant.

Extremely friendly welcome and service. The owner specializes in gluten-free food, including for those with celiac disease.

Delicious food, good service, and a great atmosphere. We'd love to come back!

A small, rather cramped Italian restaurant with incredible flair. Good food and top-notch service. I'll be back!

✨ La Teca, Cologne Südstadt ✨ Gluten-free heaven on earth 🙌🍕🍝 Super friendly team, cozy atmosphere with a lovely outdoor area – and simply a dream for us celiacs: top-notch gluten-free pizza & pasta options. 😍 Of course, there's a full menu for all the "normal" people too. I immediately treated myself to four pizzas – one for dinner, three for the freezer. A little tip: Reheating them is easy and tastes like freshly baked 🔥👌 ➡️ For me, this is the first address in Cologne when it comes to gluten-free takeaway. I'm happy to take the 30-minute drive for that. 🚗💨

Our favorite Italian restaurant in Cologne: friendly people, child-friendly, delicious food. 😍

Our visit to La Teca deserves a five-star rating throughout. The food, from appetizers to dessert, was absolutely delicious. It was the best pizza we've ever eaten. They also had delicious gluten-free pasta. Almost everything on the menu can be prepared gluten-free. A true Italian restaurant with a Cologne flair. Perfect! The restrooms were super clean, and you could even watch the pizza being baked. The value for money is excellent; we were pleasantly surprised by the prices. We'll be back!

Highly recommended!!! We visited La Teca for the first time today because they also offer gluten-free pizzas and pasta. The greeting was extremely friendly, and we felt very welcome. The gluten-free pizza was a taste explosion, simply amazing!!! The service and waitresses were top-notch!! They make sure their guests are well!! We'll definitely be back!! And the gluten-free tiramisu is fantastic!!

We were absolutely thrilled by the extremely warm friendliness of the entire team upon entering the restaurant. The pizza is incredibly delicious, with plenty of toppings! The gluten-free pizza is also delicious, and it's just great that it's offered! We also really liked the atmosphere; it was very cozy and homey! We will definitely be coming back again! Thanks to the entire team!

Almost all dishes are available gluten-free for a small surcharge. The food tasted good, the prices were fair, and the location is great, even for a short stroll through the Volkspark after dinner. The staff were friendly and attentive, and there was always someone looking after you. All in all, we were very satisfied.

I ate at La Teca and I have to say: I absolutely recommend it! From the moment you walk in, you immediately feel at home: a cozy atmosphere, stylishly decorated yet relaxed. The service was super attentive, friendly, and genuinely interested, without being intrusive. The food was simply fantastic: fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. You can immediately tell that the food is cooked with love and that high-quality ingredients are used. I was particularly impressed by the homemade pizza, which truly tastes Italian. The portion sizes are generous, so you'll go home full and happy. The price-performance ratio is more than fair for the quality you get. For me, it's one of the best restaurants in the area; we'll definitely be back!

It always tastes good. Despite the stress, the service is always cheerful, friendly, and fast. Again and again

As being coeliac there are very few options in Köln but this restaurant is amazing. I felt safe, coeliac completely understood and the gluten free pizza and tiramisu was delicious.(The pizza is some of the best gluten free pizza I have had).Great atmosphere and friendly staff. One thing to note is the restaurant is cash only but don’t let it out you off!

Very tasty pizza and delicious salad, very cozy inside and nice seating outside, service also very friendly!

Definitely the best gluten-free pizza in Cologne!

A great little restaurant! Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Delicious food. And they also offer gluten-free pizza and pasta. It was the first time in at least six years that I've had a truly delicious gluten-free pizza. We'll definitely be back!

We'll definitely be back! Super nice and friendly staff and delicious food with an incredible number of gluten-free options. The pasta is a dream, and the pizza was finally an authentic alternative. They even have gluten-free tiramisu.

The evening at La Teca was like a southern escape. You sit very relaxed under large trees. The service is super friendly, but not overly so, just very natural. The food came quickly and with a smile, and we enjoyed it very, very much. With a sip of wine, you'd think your vacation had already begun. We will use this retreat again and again and recommend it to everyone else 🤍

The service was very slow, and the employees were not very accommodating.

Delicious, gluten-free pizzas, pasta, bread, beer, and tiramisu! La Teca is worth the longer journey!

We were visiting friends. Since eating out is never easy with celiac disease, we visited this pizzeria on a recommendation. We were greeted warmly by the waiter, who assured us that everything was gluten-free and prepared separately. They also offer gluten-free beer and tiramisu for dessert. The service was excellent; the drinks we ordered arrived very quickly. The pizzas were generously topped and very filling. Each pizza came with a small bowl of garlic and chili oil so we could adjust the spice and intensity to our liking. The extra charge for the gluten-free version was also perfectly reasonable. An absolute recommendation if you're in Cologne, whether you have celiac disease or not.

It was delicious 😊😊the service was excellent. I'd happily come back anytime 👍🏻👍🏻

Gluten-free pizza and pasta with classic toppings and sauces. Gluten-free desserts are also available. Exceptionally good. Even in stressful situations, the staff is very friendly and professional. I wish there were some vegan options, but that will surely come.

La Teca is a true gem for gluten-free dining. The food is outstanding — I devoured two main courses (a delicious ham and mushroom pizza and a rich, perfectly cooked salmon pasta), both absolutely delightful. Eros, our fantastic host, shared that he’s a coeliac himself, which explains the care and quality behind the gluten-free options. This was easily one of the best gluten-free meals I’ve ever had. Highly recommended!

Italian as you wish and imagine it. Service is almost telepathic, and gluten-free is truly a program and not just an idea.

It was a culinary highlight, and the service and owner were super friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent. Highly recommended.

Super delicious pizza (including the gluten-free option) and friendly service! (Note: Cash only!) We arrived at the restaurant without a reservation because of the good reviews. We were immediately told we'd have to wait about 30 minutes for a table. After exactly 30 minutes, the nice table on the pleasant terrace was ready. We waited another 30 minutes for the pizzas. The place was completely packed, but the servers were still very friendly and up for a joke. Later in the evening, the service seemed a bit sluggish. Our second round of drinks was forgotten, and the servers spent more time inside (presumably cleaning up). However, the drinks were listed on the bill. However, when we pointed this out, we were immediately brought a new bill without the unconsumed drinks. Unfortunately, it wasn't until then that we were informed for the first time that only cash payments were accepted. I then had to run to a kiosk to get some money. When it came to paying, I was completely surprised. The waiter simply gave us a bottle of white wine to make up for forgetting our drinks. We're tourists and only here for two nights, so he might not care, or even just an apology would have been enough. So, in conclusion: very tasty pizza among friendly people! If we're ever in Cologne again, we'll come back here!

Best pizza in a long time! Great service and a nice little restaurant!

This pizzeria definitely deserves 5 out of 5 stars. The place is truly top-notch.

Sehr freundliche und zuvorkommendes Personal, sehr leckere Gerichte, besondere ist,es gibt alle Gerichte auch Glutenfrei ,kommen mit Sicherheit nochmal dort hin

Very tasty food, great dishes, large selection. The service was super friendly and attentive. Thumbs up!👍 Please remember - payment is cash only. I had to go to the bank.😉

Super delicious. The free-range pizza was super good. The vegan selection was also great. Great service. We were very satisfied!

Great food, great staff, highly recommended!

We were absolutely thrilled with our visit to La Teca. A small, cozy restaurant with a great outdoor area. The food was delicious and the service fantastic. We'll definitely be back :)

Super delicious food and great service, we'll be back!! Small but nice inside, and plenty of space outside!

Great food and attentive staff.

For me, La Tecca is one of the best pizzerias in the Südstadt district. Every time I go, it feels a bit like a vacation—especially in the summer evenings. The pizzas and all the food are top-notch, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere is simply pleasant. Make sure you make a reservation; it's worth it! A gem 💎 on Eifelplatz.

Great gluten-free pizza. Great taste and great toppings.

Good food, friendly staff, but unfortunately much too crowded. We'll be back, but not with 8 people suffering from the flu.

Very friendly, attentive staff. The food was absolutely delicious. I'd even give the dessert 12 out of 10. I'd go back anytime. If I lived nearby, this would be my regular.

I have nothing but positive things to say about this restaurant. I came here for the gluten-free food and have rarely had such delicious food. Everyone was super friendly, and you can even sit outside. What more could you want? We will definitely come back. However, I recommend making a reservation, as it was quite busy.

The team was really spot on. Very friendly. Very attentive. They seemed to have lots of regulars. Very friendly vibe! I would come back just for that. The pizza was, well... pizza. The glutenfree pizza was really good. The pistachio Sufflé was delicious and strongly recommend. Great wine and Spritz list.

The food was OK but not Neapolitan pizza

Fantastic Italian restaurant! The pizzas are incredibly delicious, the daily specials are varied and seasonal, the service is attentive, fast, and friendly, and the wines are delicious! Not only can you order gluten-free, but they really make sure no gluten accidentally gets into your dishes. I'd go back again anytime.

The fish was super delicious 👍🏽

High-quality food with a changing menu in a great ambience and with personal flair.

We were absolutely thrilled with this pizzeria: great food (so delicious), great atmosphere, small and cozy. Very friendly staff, great owner. We had a wonderful evening with our friends from Hamburg. Absolutely thrilled. From now on, it's our favorite Italian restaurant! Highly recommended!

Very tasty pizzas, very attentive service and a great atmosphere.

Always great service and super delicious food. Special requests are never a problem. We felt very comfortable :)

We're absolutely thrilled. Top-notch pizzeria! Great service, amazing food, and a very friendly owner and team. Our new favorite Italian restaurant. We'll be back!👍👍

We had a great experience at La Teca – a small misunderstanding was resolved with a free bottle of white wine! Dining as it should be, with a very friendly waiter!

Great service, excellent food, and a wide wine selection. With a regularly changing daily menu, there are always new creations here :) We'll be happy to come back.

A fantastic restaurant with Italian flair! You feel like you're in Italy! The service is so friendly and flexible with special requests. If I waited 10 minutes (before the agreed-upon reservation time), I was given free drinks. A thoughtful touch: I was served gluten-free bread for the spread with the house starter. The (gluten-free) pasta with a double portion of asparagus (instead of salmon) was absolutely delicious. Gluten-free tarts were available for dessert. The regular dishes were also delicious!

super friendly service, very decent food, nice outside sitting area - thanks to the team :-) all pizza and pasta also available as gluten free options

Nettes Ambiente und leckeres, authentisches, italienisches Essen. Lediglich die tagliatelle mit vongole (statt Spaghetti) waren leicht über den Garpunkt aber der gute Geschmack hat es wieder ausgeglichen. Wir waren zu dritt und jeder war sehr zufrieden. Hervorzuheben wäre auch die nette Bedienung, die trotz voller Terasse alles bestens gemeistert hat. Alles in einem ein wunderschöner Abend. Wir werden wiederkommen.

La Dolce Vita meets Cologne lifestyle – a very charming restaurant with delicious culinary highlights from Italian cuisine at a great price-performance ratio – highly recommended 🫶 we'd love to come back 😊 A special recommendation goes to the excellent espresso ☕️👌👌

Wow - what a great shop! You get a warm welcome and the menu is truly fabulous! They even have gluten-free pasta and pizza dishes - what a win! 😍 You can sit outside and relax and enjoy a bit of La Dolce Vita - almost like in Bella Italia, our second home ☀️🇮🇹🍝 and the new guy, the waiter, is really good 😎👌

Soooo delicious and the staff are great. They have gluten-free options, and that was also great.

I was here with my girlfriend for a romantic dinner. Super friendly service and delicious food. The antipasti starter plate is highly recommended. Gluten-free bread, pasta, and pizza. There's something for everyone. We'll be back.

Super authentic Italian restaurant! Incredibly accommodating (we had a large dog and needed an outside table), and super delicious food with very generous portions. All-in-all, simply perfect 👌 The gluten-free pizza was also super tasty.

We absolutely love the La Teca restaurant! The food is fantastic - what's particularly worth mentioning is the large selection of gluten-free dishes. Since I rely on gluten-free food, it is particularly valuable to me that so much consideration is given here. Everything was perfectly prepared and incredibly tasty. The staff is also very courteous and friendly. We'll definitely be back.

Friendly and courteous staff who are also happy to fulfill special requests! The food tasted very good!

A nice and clean location with a southern flair. The waiters and chefs are very friendly and work quickly and competently. The prices are absolutely fair. We'd love to come back.

Great Italian with very good food and great service! I accidentally made the wrong reservation and the restaurant was very full, but Angelo still found a seat for us. I can highly recommend the restaurant to anyone who likes Italian cuisine. P.S. The dishes are also gluten-free!

Had a light delicious dinner. Super attentive, clear and safe for my gluten free needs. Highly recommended

Even if you have celiac disease you can eat really great here! Pizza and pasta also taste delicious gluten-free and you don't have to wait long to eat. The service is very courteous and creates a pleasant atmosphere. We'll definitely be back.

Thank you for the lovely evening, the delicious (gluten-free) food and the relaxed atmosphere. We'd love to come back.

Wonderful restaurant! The food was delicious, the drinks were great - but I was particularly impressed by the warm and attentive service. You immediately feel welcome and completely comfortable. Definitely coming back! Thanks for the lovely evening! 💛

What a fantastic pearl! Food great! Service top! Guests great! All in all an outstanding evening for us! Today was our first time there and we guarantee it won't be our last visit!

Very good Italian, all four dishes we ordered came quickly despite the shop being full and were great. Unfortunately no card payment possible. This is simply no longer up to date. Therefore a * deduction.

Very nice and tasty pizzeria. You can sit outside very comfortably and there is gluten-free pizza, pasta, dessert and beer. This was the best pizza I've eaten since being diagnosed with celiac disease. ☺️

Highly recommended for lunch. It has a bit of a train station atmosphere, but the staff makes up for it with their friendliness.

Delicious food, good wine and top service. You feel comfortable here…

Food could be delicious, but you don't know if you have to wait 1.5 hours for it and then when you ask you are yelled at that you didn't have to wait that long. Unprofessional treatment from the so called boss… Yelled at!! It's not about the waiting time, but where do you ever get yelled at in a restaurant, that was new to me! And thank you for the restaurant owner's comment, it shows the friendliness!

A very cozy little pizzeria with delicious gluten-free pizza. Friendly and attentive service. We'll be back.

We passed the restaurant unplanned, but the first impression was very good. Small and very full, but a table quickly became available. First class service, great atmosphere and excellent food. Highly recommended and gladly again.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My spot at Eifelplatz! Authentic Italian vibes, delicious food and service that makes you feel like family. Pasta, pizza – everything on point. But the highlight? The desserts! Sunday is enjoyment level 1000 with ice cream & chocolate soufflé – simply next level. Eros, thank you! See you! 🇮🇹🍷🍨

What a great pizzeria. Super nice service and a fantastic gluten-free pizza! It won't be long before I come by again. Thank you for a lovely evening

Our favorite pizzeria in Cologne. Nice atmosphere, super nice service and the most delicious truffle pizza and even gluten-free if requested :)

Favorite Italian!!! Great dishes, changing daily menu, great wine selection. Nice sun terrace. Very comfortable inside. And don't forget: the best service in the world!!!

I have rarely experienced such good service. All around nice people who really want the best for you and look after their guests in a friendly manner. It was my first time there and it won't be the last time. !!!And finally a restaurant that really knows what celiac disease means!!!

What a find! Great vibe, delicious food with many gluten free options and friendly attentive staff. A must visit!

Wrong food was delivered, which also didn't taste good

Excellent Italian and gluten-free cuisine! The staff is very pleasant, in a friendly atmosphere. We had a great time there. :-) The restaurant is small in a very pleasant, intimate atmosphere: reservations are recommended. But we were received at a table for 2 without reservation on a Sunday evening.

Very, very tasty and really friendly team.

Sehr gutes, sehr authentisches italienisches Essen. Sehr nette und aufmerksame Bedienung. Die Antipasti Mista sins hervorragend, die Aglio Olio wie sie sein muss, das Chili Öl hält was es verspricht. Immer wieder. Da capo!!!

Nice service, pleasant atmosphere but the chef was probably having a bad day…

5/5 stars, top hospitality and fresh and deliciously prepared dishes! We celebrated a friend's birthday there and can only recommend it! Thank you!

When the outside temperature was zero degrees, the heating was off and was not turned on even when requested. It's very, very small and cramped there, like in the proverbial sardine can, and very loud. Even though we were the second guests, we had to wait 50 minutes for our pizza. This was delicious, the service was very friendly.

Best gluten-free pizza I know. Great service 😃👍🏻

Very good Italian. Food was excellent and the service was also very good. We were there with a large group and although it was a little chaotic, we managed to keep an overview.

Very nice and courteous service | Food: good (focaccia and lasagna) | Ambience: nice and tidy, quite cramped when all the tables are full.

Super tasty pizza and the best lasagne I've eaten recently. Above all, the lasagne in a generous portion (of which almost 2 are full) for a very fair price and incredibly tasty.

A nice little shop, a good selection of vegetarian dishes as well as gluten-free food. The staff was friendly, the food came quickly even though there were a lot of guests and it was freshly made