Mandali all you can eat orientalisches Buffet Restaurant in Köln

The visit to the restaurant had a surprisingly lasting effect for days 😏

More than perfect! The food was delicious and fresh❤️

The food was anything but appetizing. Too oily.

It's simply a lovely restaurant. You can eat whatever you want, and so far no one has said anything about leaving too much food on your plate. It's very, very affordable and incredibly delicious. Simply delicious. Every time I'm in Cologne, I have to go to Mandalai.

Great experience.I recommend this restaurant to everyone visiting Köln.Only 15€

The food was delicious, both the stews and the meat dishes were very good, and the restaurant manager provided very hospitable service.

The food was a huge disappointment. The so-called "all you can eat" consisted almost entirely of salads and strange desserts, while proper main courses were practically nonexistent. There were five different types of rice, but everything was cold. You had to get your own soft drinks from the refrigerator in cans. The service was practically nonexistent: there were no glasses, and you had to gather your own cutlery and paper cups. Nothing was laid out on the table; instead, there were tissues meant to serve as napkins. A plate I tried to take from the stack was already dirty. Particularly annoying: you can't pay by card, and there was no indication of this anywhere. You only found out at the checkout that only cash was accepted. The staff worked exclusively in the kitchen. The atmosphere was a complete disaster. The music was deafeningly loud, and the aisles were so narrow that you could barely squeeze between the benches. The whole experience felt like a lavishly improvised, cheaply run large event or wedding where furniture was hastily thrown together – without any concept or attention to detail. The food was disappointing, some of it even inedible. Since the dishes weren't labeled, we often didn't know what we were eating. The fruit was just piled up and looked unappetizing. They also added a €0.50 deposit for the cans. That's why we ended up paying €90 for five people, even though they initially said it would be €15 per person. I had colic for two hours afterward. It was a very unpleasant experience that I definitely wouldn't recommend.

We wanted to try it out – a complete disaster. The tables are arranged like in a school classroom, no tablecloths… You practically have to clean them yourself. The cutlery is in boxes, some of which aren't clean. Very loud. No glasses, only canned cola with a deposit. The food isn't labeled – no information about what it actually is (allergens?!). Four different types of rice? The food is cold. One plate even left a fuzzy feeling in my mouth. They supposedly have lots of fruit, but I saw customers tearing things off with their bare hands twice – and one guy put a flatbread back, definitely not wearing gloves. People, go to a kebab shop or a Chinese restaurant instead – at least you know what you're getting. I spoke to the cashier, he didn't care, oh yeah, they only take cash.

Unfortunately, we had an unpleasant experience.

My brother came to visit me from another country, and we chose the restaurant based on Google reviews. It seems the owner is somehow deleting reviews and ratings that don't suit him. Unfortunately, my brother and I were disappointed after our experience. We hope the restaurant owner will take note of this and improve the quality of the place and the food. Please don't delete reviews and ratings that don't suit him. Thank you.

The food is absolutely delicious and the service is excellent.

Unfortunately, our experience with the kids wasn't what we expected. We waited a long time outside the restaurant, and the food didn't meet our expectations.

I tried this all-you-can-eat buffet and the experience was frankly disastrous; I give it zero stars. The food was cold, the buffet area was clearly unclean, and everything was incredibly bland. My husband and I couldn't even finish our plates because the quality was so poor. To top it all off, my husband ended up feeling unwell and vomiting when we got home, which speaks volumes about the overall state of the food. I wasted my time and money. I absolutely do not recommend it. Truly disappointing from beginning to end.

The food was so “delicious” that I could barely taste anything — no salt, no spice, nothing. The plates, forks, and spoons were thoughtfully left dirty, so we could enjoy cleaning them ourselves. Such a unique hygiene experience! I couldn’t even finish my meal because my stomach decided it had suffered enough, and my partner had the same lovely reaction to the food. The dessert was anything but fresh, and the tea had a delightful hint of detergent. Truly unforgettable. If you want to waste your time and money on tasteless food and leave the restaurant smelling absolutely awful, then this is definitely the place for you. I will never go back.

Average,food tastes all the same

After watching a TikTok video, I thought: Wow! Not your average all-you-eat Chinese restaurant. And hello, for €15!!! Where else can you get such a proper meal for that price these days? First off, yes, everything tasted great!! Now for the "but": This place barely resembles a restaurant! More like a cafeteria! Tables crammed together in long rows, and it was freezing cold!!! You had to wear a jacket while eating. The salads and desserts were excellent! A good selection of different Syrian dishes! However, the chicken was quite dry from being kept warm for so long! On the other hand, the beef was delicious and practically fell apart just by looking at it. You'll definitely find something you like! You have to clear your own plates and cutlery afterward...

Very tasty and a wide range of dishes. I will be happy to visit this establishment again.

Amazing place and brilliant taste it was my 3rd time but still I like to go again

It's often very crowded, but the food tastes very good.

The food tastes good. Excellent value for money. The downsides are: The food is sometimes cold, the seating options take some getting used to, and the staff could be friendlier.

Delicious food and the guys there are nice.

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy.

We arrived late, leaving at 8:30 pm. There was plenty of food, but unfortunately, much of it was cold, and there was no way to warm things up, like the pizza or doner kebab. The tea was empty, but they refilled it later. There was no lamb... So, overall, it was good, but the food management wasn't right. The hygiene was also poor. There was food lying all over the kitchen floor. You couldn't identify the staff because they were working in street clothes, even in the kitchen. In my opinion, a lot needs to change. Nevertheless, we'll come back and hope there will be improvements for our next visit. Value for money: Excellent

The food was really delicious and the selection was perfectly adequate. They just need to find a better way to keep the food warm. But even though it was cold here and there, it didn't detract from the taste.

Enjoy a delicious Syrian meal in a relaxed, self-service atmosphere (all-you-can-eat buffet, essentially a three-course meal (see photos)) for a relatively low price. The buffet is available from 12 pm and costs €15 per person. Drinks and coffee are extra. We were completely satisfied and would definitely eat here again on our next visit to Cologne.

The food was delicious with a wide selection, everything freshly cooked, cleanliness was paramount, everything was quickly replenished before it ran out, we were definitely satisfied as always 🤗👍

It's a nice place to enjoy variety of food collections with reasonable rate 🥳🥳

We went to the Mandali restaurant in Cologne; it was quite crowded. The buffet was okay, and we definitely left satisfied. However, the seating wasn't entirely to our liking. The restrooms could be a bit cleaner. Overall, though, it was still a pleasant visit.

The food is delicious and the open buffet is incredibly filling, not to mention the desserts and tea after the meal! 😍 Mega Essen bei Mandali in Köln! Buffet top, super dessert and Turkish tea. Perfect for oriental cuisine and an Arabic ambiance. Highly recommended. Come again!

The food is very delicious and generous, and the young people work hard. I highly recommend it.

Super delicious and unbeatable value for money. It can be noisy at times, but that's part of the restaurant's charm.

Super delicious food, very friendly staff and a more than fair price.

I liked the idea and the food was ok but it was extremely dirty and I didn’t like the chairs and tables concept! Like everyone would sit next to each others except for two separated tables that were next to the main door! Otherwise it was a good experience in general. And the price is reasonable.

A wonderful and beautiful place

Food was okay! But there was plenty of choice.

The restaurant's appeal lies primarily in its authentic cuisine and excellent value for money. The selection of dishes is extensive, freshly prepared, and truly delicious – you can tell that the cooking here is done with heart and tradition. The interior may seem rather simple and a bit thrown together, but this is precisely what gives the place a certain charm and focuses the focus where it belongs: on the food. Those who value a stylish ambiance might not be in the right place – but those looking for good, honest food at fair prices are in the right place. The bottom line: No show, no frills – simply authentic, delicious, and affordable. Taste is what counts here!

A fine dining restaurant and the food is very good. Good luck.

The best guys and the best service. Good luck.

Good early after 6 pm. The buffet variety is less. The place is very crowded on weekends.

May God bless you. Everything you have is special and the dishes are very delicious.

A good, beautiful restaurant, very suitable for families. I highly recommend it. It is one of the famous restaurants in Germany and is very well known in Cologne.

Excellent in terms of price and quality. It is preferable to visit during the week and not on holidays such as Saturday and Sunday.

Very delicious food for a very reasonable price. Great variety.

Very, very wonderful and the food is first class, so no comment. Honestly, the only problem is with the customers. They are a group that says, “If you have no shame, do whatever you want.” Whoever reads my comment and is tired will know its condition. The restaurant is first class and first class.”

Excellent, the best Syrian food at the cheapest prices.

One of the best restaurants (buffet) in Germany. The food, reception, and service are excellent. It deserves more than 5 stars.

Not recommended. In my opinion, such places should have been closed long ago (hygiene, cleanliness, and order are foreign words there). The food should also have a sign stating what ingredients are in it, as many people are allergic. 👎🏻

Highly recommended, excellent restaurant, one of the best restaurants

All-you-can-eat Syrian-Kurdish food. For €15, I can eat well and plentifully. There's no service, and yes, the seating is reminiscent of a beer tent. Nevertheless, it gets 5 stars because I expect nothing less for that price. On the positive side, the food is really good and varied. The concept is simple: walk in, sit down, and eat whatever you see, as you please. No menu, no service, no communication ^^. That's perfectly fine for me. If you want a chic restaurant with good service, you'll have to go elsewhere, but you'll easily pay €30 for comparable food. I was there during the week, and it was quite pleasant. I can imagine it's crowded and significantly worse on weekends. If you come with the right expectations, it's a great place. Fast, good, plentiful, and affordable food!

Unfortunately, the blind cannot eat.

🚨This restaurant uses some chemicals in food. It doesn't allow soda to be eaten until the teller can't eat properly, and if you try, you must avoid it. The health warnings should be followed. This restaurant uses a strange chemical in the food so that you can't finish your plate, and if you try, you'll vomit. The health authorities should investigate.

+ The food tastes good. - You can only pay in cash

Salads and meat were room temperature. The chicken was medium to al dente. The fries were well-seasoned, and the dessert was delicious. The fruit was dry as grandma's mucus. Hygiene is questionable; a guy used the same rag to dry his plate as he did to wipe the counter. Across from me sat a mangy guy who kept sneezing and coughing, spitting out his food. Increased risk of diarrhea; I felt a bit queasy last night. I'll wait until the next day...

Great buffet option in Cologne. Visited this place with a group of 10 friends. Seatings are available for groups of all sizes. Only worth it if you can have an ample appetite and atleast try 3/4 of the dishes. They have hot water and kava available, all the other drinks are extra and not included in the buffet charges. Would definitely advise to leave some space for dessert as well, since they have plenty of options for that as well. Really loved the shawarma, pickles and the rice options present. Would definitely recommend this place if you are a fan of the Middle Eastern cuisine.

So the one you are writing about not having good food, I want to ask you a question. If you yourself know that you will go to the cheapest restaurant and eat as much as you want until you get disgusted and that’s it for 15€, then what do you think you will eat for 15€? By God, there are indeed people who criticize themselves... Okay, man, go to a restaurant with five-star food and a price of 100€, and you understand what I mean. Leaving your livelihood to God is the best thing because God alone knows what is guaranteed by the idea of ​​15€, which is for a pack of cigarettes or two cups of coffee.

Excellent, I wish you continued success

Yesterday was my first time visiting this restaurant. It is really a wonderful and beautiful thing. The food is delicious and very clean. The service is really great. I thank all the contributors and workers in the restaurant.

The restaurant has very nice food.

Very tasty! Friendly staff! Buffet, price 15€.

The prices are reasonable, the food is varied, and the taste is good. It was a bit crowded during dinner time, but I enjoyed my meal without any problems. Drinks are charged, but they are reasonably priced.

A fantastic experience at Mandali Restaurant! ​"I was at Mandali with my family last night, and we were all thrilled. The Syrian buffet is truly outstanding. The selection is extensive, and everything tastes incredibly fresh and authentic. The lamb kebab and the various mezze were a particular highlight. ​The service was also excellent – ​​very friendly and attentive. You immediately feel welcome here. The ambiance is cozy and inviting. ​Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic, delicious Arabic cuisine in Bonn. We'll definitely be back!"

A great place, excellent quality of food and most importantly: it is prepared halal

I was at Mandali in Cologne and recently in Essen, delicious, clean and sufficient, I go again and again and recommend it in any case, simply great

First time there. Top, fantastic. We'll be back.

Simply recommend it is very tasty

Unfortunately, there is starch in the food, meaning that if you eat a little, your stomach will bloat. This is something that is found in Chinese buffet restaurants. I used to work there and I know this.

Super service food tastes very good

I visited this restaurant on Sunday and would like to share a truly positive experience. It's an all-you-can-eat restaurant that impresses with both its selection and its value for money. For just 15 euros, you get an incredibly diverse buffet that leaves little to be desired. The food selection is truly enormous. There's a wide selection of meat dishes—from chicken nuggets and kebabs to various types of meat, all freshly and deliciously prepared. I was also particularly impressed by the variety of side dishes. You'll find several types of rice, different vegetables, fresh salads like pasta salad, coleslaw, arugula, and olives (even pickled olives), as well as many other variations. There's no shortage of sauces either—from classic dressings to tasty specialty sauces. Spicy. The desserts are another highlight. From fresh fruit to creamy desserts to delicious baklava, they have it all. The selection is so vast that you'll want to try everything. The restaurant itself is very spacious, so it's almost always easy to find a table. While it's busy – especially on weekends – and therefore a bit noisy, the atmosphere remains pleasant, and you can still have a good conversation. One minor drawback is the somewhat limited parking nearby. Overall, however, it was a thoroughly enjoyable visit. The food is fresh, varied, and plentiful, the price of €15 is more than fair, and the self-service concept allows everyone to eat exactly what they want. I can wholeheartedly recommend this place and will definitely be back!

Really good food. Good quality at this price is unfortunately rare. Highly recommended.

The dining experience offers quality cuisine; however, there may be a waiting period for seating.

Very tasty Syrian food. If you're hungry and don't want to spend a lot, this is the place for you. The price is unbeatable for such a delicious buffet. Highly recommended!

Mandali Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Cologne. The food is delicious and authentic, especially the oriental dishes that are presented in a unique way. The place is clean and tidy, and the atmosphere is comfortable and makes you feel at home. The service is excellent, and the staff are very respectful and friendly. The prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. I recommend anyone visiting Cologne to try Mandali Restaurant. It's a wonderful experience, and I will definitely repeat it.

Very, very tasty, but the staff urgently needs to develop a system where they charge extra for uneaten plates. We saw Arab Syrians pile baklava on their plates, and in the end, more than half was left over. They also took too much food and threw it all away. That's such a huge waste. Something really needs to be done about it.

We ordered online and had the food delivered. Excellent quality and very tasty food!

The food is very good and the service is excellent. I advise everyone to visit the restaurant 😍

The food is delicious and the place is spacious. However, the cash-only payment policy is strange. Not everyone carries cash, and as a foreigner coming from outside Germany, you certainly won't have euros on you.

BAD ⛔️ The two of us went to the restaurant and tried the Arabic buffet. Unfortunately, the overall experience was very disappointing. As soon as you walk in, you notice it's overcrowded and extremely loud. The tables are long, like those at a wedding, so you're just sitting somewhere with strangers. Smaller tables that would provide some privacy would be much more pleasant. Before I wanted to eat, I wanted to wash my hands – but the restrooms were dirty, unkempt, and smelled bad. The buffet itself offered a wide selection, but the flavor was poor. The meat and hot dishes were hardly convincing; instead, there were mainly rice and salad options that had little to do with authentic Arabic cuisine. Some of the plates at the buffet were still wet or not really clean, and there were no spit guards. The desserts were particularly unhygienic, as guests walked right past them and everything was left out in the open. The organization in the dining room was also chaotic: The tables were poorly cleaned, food was lying on the floor, and overall, everything seemed very unhygienic. Unfortunately, I even had stomach problems after the visit. To me, it seems more like a mass-processing operation than a good Arabic buffet. There are definitely better alternatives in Cologne. I can't recommend a visit here.

A wonderful experience and deserves five stars. The best guys.

The food is very good and the service is amazing. Good luck to the guys.

The most luxurious and creative restaurant ❤️🫶🏻

Honestly, I went to the restaurant more than once, and thank God the food is always good, the service is very nice, and the guys are very organized.

Delicious food, may God make you happy ❤🌹

Very good service and the aroma is amazing. The food is very good and is always renewed. A wonderful experience, honestly. ❤️🌹👍 May God bless them.

The restaurant is tidy, the food is very good and clean, and I recommend everyone to try the restaurant.

Delicious shawarma The pastries are unmatched in all of Germany The service is excellent The guys are very nice Good luck

The food is very good, the restaurant is very respectable, the service is excellent, and I advise everyone to try this restaurant.

Truly delicious food as an AYCE, but success also has its downside – the place is very crowded. A larger restaurant area would be perfect. A special mention goes to the staff; they keep a cool head and keep an overview. The lamb is a must.

I am surprised by some people's comments. You pay 15 euros for an open buffet and the food is meat and chicken. I don't think there is such service in Germany ❤️👍👍. I will definitely come back🌹

Very nice restaurant, I recommend it to everyone

Two months ago, I ordered a chicken dish from you. The chicken at your restaurant was spoiled and inedible. I am very disappointed.

Very good food and excellent service. Everyone is respectful. I recommend going.

Very authentic food (all-you-can-eat buffet), which even impressed my Syrian friends. Unbeatable value for money. Service is lacking—self-service. The ambiance is typical—large, with long rows of tables. I also wish there were signs next to the individual dishes to help me decide what to eat. This also helps reduce unnecessary waste. I love coming here!

The buffet is very good, there are many types of food, and the staff are very respectful.

I recently ate at this restaurant. I'm from Nuremberg and ordered a dish with grilled chicken. Unfortunately, the chicken was spoiled—it had mold and a distinctly rotten smell. I showed the plate to the owner, expecting him to remove the chicken from the buffet. But he did nothing and still charged me the full price, even though I didn't eat the dish. Unfortunately, I wasn't prepared for this at the time; otherwise, I would have immediately informed the health department.

The food was very good and the service was great. I recommend trying and visiting Mandali Restaurant ⚡️🌷

You miss out on the amazing food. What do you want? There's something truly luxurious.

One of the best Arabic restaurants in Germany 🌷

I have visited it more than once over the past two years and it still maintains the quality of its food.

Masha'Allah...varied and hot food, soups, tabbouleh...salad...everything is delicious...clean...organized...and the workers welcome people with smiling faces...may Allah bless you and provide for you...we will love the experience with you and I hope to invite my friends and show them around your restaurant...

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Simply a fantastic experience! The food is incredibly delicious, especially the Syrian specialties and grilled dishes – and the desserts are truly addictive 😋. The service is excellent, and the staff are always friendly and smiling. I'll definitely be back!”