NEOBIOTA in Köln

What a meal! Even the most discerning urban palate will experience wonderful taste surprises here! Flavors so skillfully and creatively combined that my mouth is still watering. Everything was just right – the service was as great as the food, although, no – the food surpassed everything. :) Thanks to the team!

Incredibly delicious, relaxed atmosphere, totally sweet service <3, food incredibly creative.

We came here for breakfast to treat ourselves to something at the end of our vacation. Instead of the set menu, we opted for a single dish: the pancakes. The dish came beautifully presented with fresh flowers. Unfortunately, we didn't like the pancakes at all; the cardamom flavor overpowered the entire dish. Therefore, we only ate 1/3 of the pancakes and had to return the rest. The staff were very friendly and asked if there was anything wrong, to which we explained that we didn't like them. However, we would have expected an alternative or a lower bill, as we barely touched any of the dish.

Multifaceted and detailed cuisine. Seasonality and regionality are used with great attention to detail and with sense and understanding. Precision and dedication throughout the evening; the young team inspires and makes the evening complete. Keep up the good work and assume that many satisfied guests aren't sharing their opinions here.

I was invited to a Michelin-starred dinner here. Conclusion: (too) much staging, (too) little substance. The food tasted okay, but for Michelin-starred cuisine, it was often out of balance (acidity, salt, and flavor intensity). The staff was friendly, but their communication felt inauthentic (a friendly greeting without looking at you doesn't fit. Some comments were also "too casual"). While the restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was a bit too "intentionally different," and the decor was more lacking in style and concept than "casual." All in all, there was nothing to justify the hefty prices—especially compared to other Michelin-starred restaurants. A shame.

In the morning, they serve breakfast, with a very innovative menu. It's not exactly cheap (of course), but it's really good. Two portions per person was a bit too much for us, though, so we limited ourselves to one dish. We actually wanted to share the Scandi pancake, but unfortunately, we each got one... Otherwise, the service is excellent. Be sure to make a reservation.

I've been to NeoBiota several times and have been extremely satisfied every time, including this time ☺️ The food and service are really very good!

The food was very delicious; we actually had the entire menu on the table. The portions were more generous than expected.

Great restaurant! We go there at least once a year for the 3-course gourmet breakfast and love the concept of creating your own menu with slightly smaller portions from the available dishes. You can get a Michelin-starred breakfast here for €35 per person; the deal is unbeatable and worth every cent. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, and the staff is very friendly and accommodating. The highlight, however, is the food! The menu is updated several times a year and is always very varied and incredibly delicious. The dishes are carefully crafted with great attention to detail and are a delight every time. We will continue to come regularly and definitely recommend stopping by. Reservations are strongly recommended, at least 1-2 months in advance; the wait is worth it!

Great concept: guests sick = cash register rings. 👏 I made a reservation the same day, had to cancel due to illness, and still had to pay a €15 per person "penalty" – even though a 24-hour cancellation was simply impossible. By phone? Useless – they either hang up immediately or don't answer at all. Response by email: Not at all sympathetic or accommodating, the main thing is to collect money. So if you're looking for a restaurant that's less interested in guests than in fees: congratulations, you've come to the right place! For everyone else – stay away. For us, it was definitely the last time.

I was here for breakfast during the week with my adorable offspring (aka teenager). First and foremost, I have to highlight the beautifully designed ambiance and the friendly, competent, and warm-hearted team who contribute to it; we felt comfortable and welcome from the very first second! The small menu, created with heart and passion, would have loved to try everything, but unfortunately my companion didn't quite allow that as I had imagined 🙃 So we ordered the homemade iced tea with thyme (refreshing, the thyme aroma skillfully highlighted without tasting medicinal) and the best drink I've had the pleasure of enjoying this summer (or the last few...?): a homemade grapefruit popsicle in a sparkling wine that is great in its own right, with a bubble that is simply fun - popsicles with fizz! A great idea, never tried it like this before. My critical teen was thrilled with the homemade Danish with fruit curd (only "why does it have to have sorrel on it, it didn't say that?"), fluffy, buttery, and crispy on the outside. I ultimately opted for the classic Menemen, the "Turkish Shakshuka." It was beautifully spicy, with a perfect creamy consistency, and served with a red flatbread. A note on one or two reviews: although it's labeled as spicy, I found it piquant at best. I also found the generously portioned (pea?) sprouts on top to be a fresh, crunchy addition—so much for the variety of flavors. I would have liked to try more, but left it at that, certain that I'll say "see you next time," perhaps with the evening meal (including the carefully selected wine selection!). Thank you so much for this wonderful feel-good moment❤️

Delicious 3-course breakfast and attentive service :)

NeoBiota takes breakfast to a new level – here, you don't just eat, you enjoy it. Anyone who thinks breakfast is just a quick start to the day will be proven wrong here. It's an experience worth treating themselves to – whether as a special weekend highlight or simply to treat yourself. NeoBiota is an absolute must for all breakfast lovers. Creative, high-quality, and with a lot of heart – I'll definitely be back!

So, I've found that special "something" 😁. Whether it's dinner or the "brunch is dead" breakfast, there's always something to discover here! I find what Ms. Baumchefin and chefscheffler bring to the table enriching and outstanding in terms of taste. You can taste the nature and sustainability in every course. The breakfast also reflects the love and dedication that goes into the dinner. The service is unobtrusive yet always on point, with funny jokes! I also always enjoy seeing, tasting, and learning something new. Hopefully, we'll make it to your new location soon. The bow is tense. P.S.: a syringe of homemade black walnut nougat for the pancakes would be great 😂 😉

A must visit place in Cologne super friendly staff, and of course, the food is top notch!

Amazing place with great vibe and very kind and friendly service. Food is great, very sophisticated and prices are full of value for the whole experience. Recommended to visit 100%!

Delicious food and excellent service The pancakes are especially recommended

I reserved the sharing menu for breakfast with a larger group. Unfortunately, my guests and I didn't have a particularly good time, which I mentioned on-site. I was then advised to contact them by email, as there was no authorized contact person on-site. Here is an excerpt from the email, which Neobiota left unanswered for a long time and then unfortunately responded to with excuses and false facts: "I had made a reservation for a group at 12:00, with two latecomers arriving at 1:00 p.m. As is often the case – not everyone in the group was there on time at 12, but some arrived a few minutes late – that's certainly not nice for a restaurant, but certainly not unusual. Normally, you arrive at the restaurant, ideally on time, but sometimes 10 minutes late, sit down, look at the menu, order a drink, and think about what you want to eat, then the food is prepared – so it takes a while, in most cases up to half an hour from arrival to the first course being served. (…) When I arrived first, shortly before 12:00 p.m., I pointed out that some of my friends would unfortunately be slightly late arriving and immediately asked for the sharing menu to be served a little later." to serve in a staggered manner. Here, you immediately reprimanded me, saying that this would be difficult for the kitchen, but that they would try to simply send them on from around 12:20 p.m. onwards. My guests then gradually arrived – however, immediately at 12:10 p.m., they began placing massive amounts of food on the table, often the same dish. I then had to ask several times for the food to be served a little more slowly. I understand that a sharing menu is planned for large groups, and I think that's great. However, I think it's unrealistic and certainly an exception that everyone is seated at 12 p.m. sharp, with cutlery in hand, ready to start right away. I would have liked you to have been aware of this situation and reacted flexibly, so that I didn't have to ask for some consideration three times in total – and receive three rejections from you. So, my guests' arrival was hectic for me and for them; everything was in disarray, the food was piled up on the table, and we knew In the end, we couldn't even remember which of the dishes were vegetarian, vegan, or "normal" because we simply couldn't keep track of them given the sheer volume and speed of the process. If people arrive much too late, it's obviously a shame for them with a sharing menu – it's not your fault, I understand that, but rushing us through the menu like that was truly disproportionate, and I also consider the comments that the kitchen couldn't manage it any other way or that it needed to be finished faster to be unprofessional – especially since the restaurant wasn't completely full and they were able to plan for our group well in advance. I expected something completely different from a restaurant of your caliber, and I'm truly very disappointed." On top of that, there was a no-show fee of €30 for a bill of over €600. One person called in sick in the morning, which I understand, but for the other, it was calculated that I had unfortunately only called in 9:15 p.m. instead of 24 hours – so around lunchtime the day before. Of course, there's a right to charge this fee. But ultimately, I find it simply inappropriate and petty.

For my birthday, we reserved a table for breakfast on a weekday morning – the restaurant had plenty of free tables. Unfortunately, one person had to cancel at short notice, so only four of us came. We still ordered an extra main course. We were informed on arrival that we would have to pay a €15 no-show fee for the missing person. However, the fee wasn't included on the bill, so we thought they had retracted their statement. Now, more than 20 days later, the fee has finally been debited. We didn't expect NeoBiota to be so inflexible and unaccommodating – especially since we were dining there for five people. The food was fantastic – but this service is truly unsatisfactory. What a shame.

Was für ein Scheiß Laden. Frühstücken Sie bei uns den ganzen Tag!!!! Lächerlich. Hatten eine Reservierung für 14:00 Uhr. Die machen aber die Küche um 13:00 Uhr zu. Nie wieder …..

This was our first time visiting the new Neibiota. Due to the nice weather, we managed to get a table in the garden, where we had a wonderful time. We ordered the three-course breakfast menu... and were surprised that some portions were too small and some too large... The dishes weren't presented in a Michelin-starred style, but good... The taste of the individual dishes could still be improved. Everything was delicious, but not sensational, which is what we expected. The service was very attentive... and seemed a bit overwhelmed. We'll probably come back in six months and see if the new Neo Biota has established itself.

A breakfast like no other. The extensive breakfast menu is astonishing and makes you curious about the secrets behind each dish. We opted for the set menu, consisting of three self-selected courses from the menu. Everything was somehow delicious and good. And yet, we still felt like we were being cooked for by a journeyman, not a master. The service was charming, but at times a bit clumsy. We also wondered why the beautiful terrace hadn't been swept, but seemed somewhat neglected. Perhaps everything still needs a bit of a smoothing down at the new location. We'll be back after a while to see if things are back on track. We'll keep our fingers crossed and say: Good luck.

Michelin-starred restaurant in the evening. Upscale breakfast/brunch in the morning. Great concept!

I celebrated my 20th birthday with my family with dinner here. We had the four-course menu with accompanying drinks. All the food and drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) were excellent. Special requests, such as gluten-free and vegan options, were taken into account and implemented very well. The service was very helpful, friendly, courteous, and very knowledgeable. The only flaw in this all-around fantastic experience was the ambiance. It's not bad, but unfortunately doesn't do justice to the service and the food. The seating is pleasant on the terrace, overlooking a small garden. I highly recommend everyone to enjoy dinner here ;)

We were here last night with the whole family for my brother's birthday. The service was very, very good. The food was excellent and well-prepared for our dietary preferences and intolerances. I had a delicious vegan menu, and everything was prepared gluten-free for my sister (due to celiac disease), so we didn't have to miss a single course or go without anything. We also had a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and everyone loved them. They use regional products from within a 50-km radius and their own garden. We would like to thank the NeoBiota team for a wonderful (and delicious) evening!

A garden oasis just steps from Barbarossaplatz. We enjoyed a fantastic vegetarian menu, with complex flavors and perfectly arranged plates, most of the vegetables and herbs from the restaurant's own garden. A non-alcoholic beverage accompaniment was far from boring juices, but instead featured sophisticated combinations of infusions and spices. The Michelin Guide was wrong when it stripped this culinary gem of its star. But that won't stop the friendly and approachable staff from continuing to deliver such excellence.

It was packed! We accidentally hadn't reserved a table, but they were still allowed to stay! We found the staff very friendly. The waiter also explained to us very nicely "How does the food work here?" I had three dishes: I. Piglet Muesli (Photo 1) I've never eaten such delicious muesli. The variety of flavors was showcased, and the composition was simply brilliant. II. Poor Jan (no photo) The filling on and around the black pudding was very good and fully met my expectations. The black pudding itself had a good consistency, but was completely flavorless. The parenthetical note (savory) in the dish was completely missing. What a shame!!! III. Pink Stick Pancakes (Photo 2) The rhubarb and raspberry compote was simply too sweet for me. My wife liked it (so it's just a matter of taste...). It wasn't really my thing. What a shame! I also had bad luck with the Americano coffee. Yes, it had a special flavor, but unfortunately, it was very weak. The juice, in contrast, was A real hit of the day, a real treat!!! We were a bit unlucky with our table neighbors, who were talking very loudly, which bothered us a bit. My overall impression was still good, though. We'll be happy to come back!

We had a great evening there. We had the vegetarian menu. It was delicious and surprising. I still think neobiota deserves a star.

After my third visit to NeoBiota, it's clear that this restaurant has earned its place among German top-class restaurants – with a concept that breaks new ground both in terms of cuisine and atmosphere. Cuisine & Product Quality: Sonja Baumann and Erik Scheffler's cuisine confidently navigates the balance between craftsmanship, creativity, and originality. The menus demonstrate a clear signature – pointed, modern, and regionally rooted, without becoming lost in gimmicks. Technically, everything is prepared to the highest standard: precise cooking times, clever textural contrasts, and harmonious aromatics. Particularly noteworthy are the plant-based alternatives, which are in no way inferior to animal-based versions in terms of their preparation and depth – proof that sustainability is not just a buzzword here, but a lived attitude. Concept & Atmosphere: NeoBiota sees itself as "casual fine dining" – an approach that is consistently implemented here. An open kitchen, relaxed music, informal service, and an interior that deliberately emphasizes understatement. This contrast to traditional Michelin-starred cuisine works brilliantly – guests feel invited, not observed. Service & Wine Pairing: The service is competent, attentive, and pleasantly unpretentious. The wine pairings are creatively curated – not dogmatic, but with the courage to surprise. Non-alcoholic pairings are also well thought out and complement the menu on a level playing field. Conclusion: NeoBiota is more than an ambitious restaurant – it's a statement. Anyone seeking modern cuisine with character that combines taste, ideas, and attitude will find it here. Three visits have only confirmed my assessment: This is truly top-class cuisine with a future.

Absolutely recommendable! Creative flavor combinations, great wine pairings, and very attentive and personable service with an excellent sense of timing. We felt very comfortable with you!

Exceptional dishes, detailed explanations of wines and ingredients, and a lovely, cozy courtyard for outdoor seating. Reservations required!

I had dinner at the new Neobiota for the first time a few weeks ago and was absolutely thrilled. So, let me say this in advance: The fact that the Michelin Guide didn't award the star again is completely unjustified. The guide should honor Neobiota again next year at the latest. The menu was truly impressive, and the wine pairing was very well-matched, with many pleasant surprises outside the mainstream. I was particularly impressed by the intensity of the flavors in the food. A wonderful taste experience of a very high standard. The service was also refreshingly personable and very friendly. The only drawback is the ambiance – I still feel the rooms lack a bit of structure. Nevertheless, I see ambition and potential for a second star. Currently, Neobiota is my top recommendation in Cologne.

A truly special restaurant experience. All courses and side courses are innovative, well-thought-out, and the flavors, including the drinks, are well-matched. The focus on sustainability in the food is also very pleasing. The attentive staff guides you well through the evening. The terrace has a lovely ambiance.

We've been going to NeoBiota for the famous three-course breakfast for a few years now. Every single dish is absolutely outstanding and creative. The flavors and textures are perfectly balanced, making every visit an unforgettable experience. It's great that NeoBiota has now moved to a larger location (even with a beautiful garden)!

A broad spectrum of flavors in a circular segment: On the ground floor of the Rotonda, on Pantaleonswall, NeoBiota presents itself as a manageable, spacious restaurant with a grounded, modern, gently lodge-like aesthetic. The dining room appears to 'circle' radially at an approximately 30-degree angle around the partially open kitchen. This, one could say, symbolic origin of the kitchen is very appropriate here. What is created there and served to the guest in a friendly and unobtrusive manner (in my case, in the form of a brunch) is indeed very good: three plate dishes from a well-thought-out, yet unobtrusive selection. Salmon, black pudding with apple ('Poor Jan'), and pancakes. Each freshly prepared. Modern and expertly crafted, both in form and combination. The unifying element: a very well-tempered acidity that adds an additional freshness. With beautiful individuality of the individual dishes and a broad spectrum of flavors. And all this at a very reasonable price (set menu for just under €40). You have to make a reservation - and rightly so.

This was our second time there, and the experience was once again a very special one. Starting with the service, which is always super friendly and accommodating, leaves nothing to be desired, and turns every dish and drink into a little journey of discovery. The food itself, just like last time, was absolutely perfect. Super creative and diverse, and above all, as local as possible. The vegan version of the menu is also incredibly impressive, as are the accompanying drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). The new ambiance perfectly rounds off the experience. Highly recommended! Worries about not getting full are also out of place here. Especially for young people, it's worth checking out the Young & Hungry menu on the website.

Very fine breakfast menu. Great service and very dog-friendly.

I've been there several times for breakfast and dinner and I'm always impressed. The service is spot-on and so friendly. I always feel comfortable. The food and wine are top-notch and exciting. I highly recommend it.

Our first time at Neobiota... and we were impressed! We had the four-course menu with wine pairing, which was rounded out by several specials from the kitchen and other additions to create a quite comprehensive experience. I found the main theme to be the plant-based components from regional cultivation, presented with beautiful flavors and interesting textures, which I found truly outstanding in their form. I'd like to highlight, for example, pumpkin seeds, blueberries, woodruff, and potato profiteroles with mushroom ketchup filling. The combinations with fish (Eifler sturgeon) and meat (Mecklenburg heifer) were a fitting addition to the menu and were simply convincing. However, the dishes are usually quite strongly seasoned, which I enjoyed, but may not be to everyone's liking. Several desserts were available, the best perhaps being the chicory ice cream with various dandelion preparations. The wine pairings were surprisingly unusual, including a slightly sweet Gewürztraminer or a Kis Tamas from Hungary, followed by a Riesling Dreiklang Spätlese from Trossen. Very friendly staff. The space feels a bit sterile, with a high reverberation factor. Overall, it was an outstanding experience!

We went there for breakfast today and were absolutely thrilled. We really like the idea of ​​a small three-course menu of your choice for €35. It was fun trying everything! The service was incredibly friendly and professional. It's a shame we couldn't sit outside despite the fantastic weather. And the restrooms could use some love! But we'd love to come back!

We were there for breakfast, and overall it was quite good: The three-course meal was reasonably priced, filling, and the flavor really impressed us. A real outlier, however, was the "Kölsch Rarebit" dish – a grilled cheese sandwich with Mühlenkölsch and some pickled vegetables for a whopping €18. Unfortunately, it consisted of just a simple piece of white toast with cheese and two small gherkins – absolutely disappointing in both appearance and taste, especially in a restaurant of this category. Either we didn't understand the culinary ambition of this dish, or they really just served toast from a sandwich maker, which was more reminiscent of supermarket fare. Completely disproportionate for the price. The service was sometimes very attentive, but also unfocused and a bit sloppy at times – there was a clear range here. The atmosphere was rather loud, which was a bit annoying, especially at breakfast. The restrooms were okay, but surprisingly basic for a Michelin-starred restaurant operating in the evenings (at least it was clean). Please note: Our experience refers exclusively to breakfast, not the evening service!

The atmosphere is somehow not personal enough for me and is too stressful because there are so many tables in the room. Our service was very friendly and relaxed, but overall it didn't seem as homely to me as I would have liked. The food was good, but nothing more. For the prices, especially for breakfast, I personally expect some "aha, wow or ooohhh" moments. Unfortunately these didn't happen for me. Everything was top-notch in terms of craftsmanship, but somehow I was still missing that certain something. The coffee (Americano) has to be better for me at this level. The cocktails were very good. Price/performance is definitely far too unbalanced for me personally, so I will probably stay with one visit. Nevertheless, thank you very much for the lovely morning in the NB. ☀️

We had a really nice and exciting evening here. It was so much fun as the people here were super cool and relaxed! We had the vegan 8-course menu with non-alcoholic accompaniment. ♡ Every single course is visually and tastefully unique. Since it was our first star experience, we were surprised by the many great courses in between! Everyone was really nice, even if we didn't always get everything done. 😊 Thank you again!!!🤗

We reserved a late breakfast table relatively spontaneously. The possibility of putting together 3 dishes into one menu at breakfast is brilliant for anyone who can't decide on the great selection! Delicious and creative dishes, very good coffee and attentive and nice staff. We'd love to come back! 🍳🥞☕️

Great, vegetarian 6-course menu with accompanying drinks with very attentive, unobtrusive service. I found it pleasant that you could switch between alcoholic and non-alcoholic accompaniment for each course.

Hervorragendes vegetarisches Menü mit ausgezeichnetem Service. Die neue Location ist sehr ansprechend und man fühlt sich sofort wohl.

We went there for brunch for my birthday. Unfortunately we were very disappointed with the food. Egg Benedict: was actually the tastiest of all but bad again for the price. It just lacked sophistication. Salmon trout: was way too acidic for me. Pancakes: weren't cooked through (see photos) and I found it really bold that the waiter claimed that they were supposed to be that way. Apart from that, the consistency was just too thick (the few parts that were cooked) and the apple compote was also way too sour (and I say that as someone who really likes to eat sour things). Kombucha was okay for €5 Service was not attentive at lunchtime. The “cheap” price has its drawbacks… Conclusion: Price performance is simply not right. 35€ is not worth it for the food. I wouldn't recommend it to my friends.

Absolute favorite restaurant – both breakfast and dinner are unique. Creative, exciting dishes that taste fantastic and bring something special to every plate. Everything with great attention to detail and a great sense of quality. The service is absolutely top: super friendly, relaxed, totally professional and at eye level. You immediately feel welcome – simply pleasant. The new location is another real highlight: stylish, relaxed and with a really nice terrace. A young, modern shop with a great atmosphere. You can tell that there is a lot of attention to detail everywhere. Absolute recommendation!

Apparently the kitchen and the staff must have had a bad day or am I too simple when it comes to taste? Now I know that even in star cuisine you can overdo it with spices. Flowers on top only deceive the eyes and do not necessarily lead to a taste experience. In addition, the price/performance ratio is also not right for me. This starts with the cappuccino that is too small for EUR 4.50 and also applies to individual dishes. In addition, the staff is not necessarily polite, but rather seemed arrogant towards the guest due to the (incomprehensible to me) good reputation of the restaurant. One thing still remains, no one can get to my wife's kitchen.

We gave away the 3-course breakfast for our birthday and had a lovely time at Neobiota with a very friendly but unobtrusive team and good food. Very pleasant: the tables are not so close. It convinced us to come back and unfortunately not. Visually everything is very nicely presented; Tastes good, but without a certain sophistication, so nothing sticks as something special. Unfortunately, the roasted bread at the Red-Green-Benedict was so hard and felt like it only consisted of crust, so it was very difficult to cut with a knife and I couldn't enjoy the dish as I had expected, the egg was perfect. Similar with the Korean bagel: bagel extremely hard and no soft crumb at all, the pulled mushroom was very good, the kimchi was unfortunately bland. It was similar with my companions: Menemen, Nordic sandwiches and hot dogs tasted good, but nothing said “wow”. For the third course we all had the pancakes. They were really tasty and a nice ending. Overall, price-performance isn't quite right for us.

We spent our Easter holiday this year in the Neobiota star restaurant run by Sonja Baumann and Erik Scheffler and their great team at a new location in Cologne. Incredible aromas, taste explosions, regional ingredients - the vegan four-course menu with wine accompaniment (be sure to book) blew us away. With intermediate courses it felt like 8 courses. And of course, because it's vegan, you still leave feeling light but happy. Like a good trip. Thank you

I can't judge the restaurant, but it's unacceptable that they're still spamming me with emails even though I've never agreed to a newsletter and have asked in writing to be removed from the mailing list. I bought a voucher for friends and wouldn't do it again under the circumstances. Just annoying.

We had the 8 course menu. They were very special combinations - very fine - a good atmosphere.

I was just there for breakfast and I'm so excited about the amazing breakfast dishes. Thank you for the delicious food!

Als erstes muss man sagen, dass das gesamte Personal und die Inhaber alle extrem freundlich waren und die Gäste umsorgt haben. Das Essen ist jedoch sehr speziell, für Vegetarier oder Veganer wird es sicherlich die Top Adresse im Sternebereich sein, für jemanden der nicht auf Fleisch verzichten möchte ist es sehr gemüselastig. Vielleicht hätten wir uns vorher mit dem Konzept besser auseinander setzen müssen, dann hätten wir sicherlich ein anderes Restaurant gewählt. Zufällig war ich beruflich die letzten Wochen auch im Ox & Klee und im Maibeck (zwei andere Sternerestaurants in Köln) und das war für mein Empfinden beide um Längen besser. Es mag auch an meinem Alter (50) liegen, aber das Neobiota erscheint uns doch sehr alternativ und „woke“ - beides nicht so ganz meines. Dadurch das nur heimische Produkte verarbeitet werden, wird sehr viel Kohl und heimischer Fisch (gerne auch Fischhaut) serviert. Selbst das Dessert bestand aus dreierlei von der Roten Beete mit Basilikumeis. Nach dem ganzen Kohl mit einer gewissen Schärfe serviert hätte man sich etwas schokoladiges gewünscht. Man muss sagen, die Qualität der Produkte ist jedoch top und die Weinbegleitung sehr gut.

Many thanks to the NeoBiota team for the great evening yesterday! We are absolutely thrilled with the creativity of the dishes and drinks. The non-alcoholic drink accompaniment is very creative and very tasty and goes well with the dishes. The wine accompaniment is excellent! Great service, best products, creative cuisine, what more could you want? For us it was a completely successful evening that was definitely worth the price. It was our first time with you but definitely not the last time.

Spontaneously tried it out for the first time today and found a little piece of gold! Small but fine restaurant, even during the week you need a reservation in the morning. We were lucky that something was spontaneously available. Very creative food composition, few dishes overall but then again very diverse because the dishes consist of so many components. The pancakes were really a dream, Japanese style, so extremely fluffy! We would love to come back and will definitely try out the evening program.

Breakfast menu simply 10/10. Thanks!

The staff is friendly, but the cook is the exact opposite. Very condescending language.

Food was tasty, although not comparable to other one-star shops (such as Tulus Lotrek in Berlin or Agatas in Düsseldorf). Sommelier was very good and tried very hard. Service was rather mediocre (the chef reprimanded guests to please move aside when he put plates on the table). The food wasn't optimal for the price (several courses were noticeably oversalted or too sour). Not a bad restaurant, but not recommended given the options in the region for this price (around EUR 300 per person with wine pairing).

Der lockere Dreier ist ein super Abend für uns gewesen, wir waren hoch zufrieden, insbesondere mit dem tollen Gemüse-Nachtisch!

Top cuisine at its best with exceptional hosts. Your very own cooking creations that lead to great and long-lasting taste impressions. It was a special experience from the first crumb of sourdough bread with miso butter to the roasted rattlesponge to the last drop of Sicilian bukkuram. And all this with a warm, almost friendly, very professional service in a casual but casually chic atmosphere (and Judas Priest was playing in the background, which was welcome!). Je recommende vivement!

Wir hatten den „lockeren Dreier“ in vegan und die alkoholfreien Getränke. War super lecker. Jeder Gang und die Zwischengänge waren ein Geschmackserlebnis. Besonders beeindruckend war, dass teils aus sehr einfachen Zutaten etwas so besonderes geschaffen wurde (bspw. Blumenkohl!).

I would like to say in advance that we were probably not intellectually capable of understanding the concept of the restaurant in the evening (I assume that from the behavior of the "sommelier", who reeled off his lecture for each wine course, came across as listless and didactic, woe betide him , who does not share his taste) I would therefore like to give my irrelevant and subjective description here. Ambiance nice upscale bistro style, one likes it, the other doesn't. service We had the large menu with wine accompaniment, with an aperitif about 300 per person. I mention the price so that you can see what ambitions there are here. Food came quickly and each course was explained. The whole "dueling" thing isn't really my thing, I blame it on my age. Wine service A different wine for each course, so far so good. Explanation of each wine from the sommelier. Sometimes there were wines that were really off to our liking. It wasn't just a visit to the laboratory, but we also wanted to have a nice evening. So just briefly note that the wine doesn't taste good, which is subjective. The alternative was something non-alcoholic or a listless recommendation of anything that was open. Because: "We're closed from tomorrow, so I won't be opening any more bottles," said the person who served the wine. You can say that if you want to read that in a review. I could still be a little upset about it, but it was definitely cheeky and unprofessional. I wouldn't have expected that. Kitchen yes, as suggested, we didn't understand it. The first courses always had a lot of acidity and a pronounced spiciness, may have had something to do with the pickled, preserved food from the region, the consistency was a lot of musty and liquid, so we were happy about the bread as a course. Everything was warm to the max, I didn't find the quality of the meat in the main course to be outstanding. Yes, it's a shame, but unfortunately the experience wasn't that great

This is what perfect service and perfect food look like. Highly recommended!

Wir hatten einen insgesamt schönen Mittag im Neobiota. Das Frühstück ist (je nach Auswahl im Menü) abwechslungsreich und hübsch anzuschauen. Wir haben einen Großteil der vegetarischen Angebote auf der Karte durchprobiert, von herzhaft nach süß. Über Geschmäcker lässt sich ja bekanntlich streiten und auch die Wahl der Favoriten fiel höchst unterschiedlich aus. Während „Benedict“ mit Kürbis, porchiertem Ei und einer großen Portion Schaum etwas matschig in der Konsistenz, fad im Geschmack und in der Portionsgröße einigermaßen bescheiden daherkam, waren die Waffeln und Pancakes dermaßen süß und die Portionen so mächtig, dass man für einen Tag 16/8 bestens gerüstet war. Persönlich sehe ich die Besonderheiten des Neobiota Frühstücks stärker in seinen optischen als in den kulinarischen Kompetenzen. Für das was man geboten bekommt sind die Preise (insbesondere im Menü) sehr fair! Wir haben zu dritt für 3 Gänge Frühstück und Getränke 140€ inkl Trinkgeld bezahlt, was insofern als angemessen geprüft ist als das der Laden auf Monate ausgebucht ist. Fotogene Leckerbissen in Kombination mit dem Nimbus der abendlichen Sterneküche funktionieren offenbar so gut, dass man beim Service und dem gesamten Buchungs- und Abwicklungsprozess ein paar Abstriche in Kauf nimmt. Ich hatte für 4 Personen reserviert, waren letztendlich nur zu dritt dort was 15€ „Strafe“ 10 Tage später auf der Kreditkarte bedeutet. Ja, es steht im Kleingedruckten, aber kann man das dann nicht am Ende des Aufenthalts irgendwie abwickeln, anstatt das so nonchalant abzubuchen? Natürlich ist der große Erfolg Fluch und Segen zugleich, dafür habe ich auch Verständnis! Outsourcing macht hier sicherlich Sinn, bringt für mich als Gast aber so viele Nachteile, die das ansich nette Erlebnis und die hübschen Bildchen nicht aufwiegen. Für mich hat das Gesamtpaket nicht gepasst, was wie aus meinen Ausführungen hoffentlich deutlich wird, nicht an der eigentlichen Kernkompetenz des Neobiota Frühstücks lag. Schade!

As I regularly stay at Chempark for work, I have been toying with the idea of ​​stopping here for a while. Since my companion was unable to attend at short notice due to illness, I was able to focus entirely on the culinary delights and was not disappointed. On a rainy Tuesday evening, I chose the vegan six-course menu with corresponding wines. In addition to the amuse bouche at the beginning (in delicious snack form), there were two other intermediate courses. The dishes themselves were of a high standard and were visually presented in a first-class manner and all tasted very acceptable. It should be mentioned that the first courses had a certain acidity, the later savory courses had a certain, but not unpleasant, spiciness. Overall, I would describe this as hearty, but that's not a bad thing. The desserts at the end were very tasty. The wine accompaniment was very white wine-heavy, the only red wine had a slightly predominant acidity. At this time of year and with the rather spicy dishes, some tannic red wines would have harmonized better. Service was very nice and without any complaints. What should be emphasized is the emphasis on sustainability, the vast majority of the ingredients are sourced from the surrounding area. Would I come back? - Why, surely!

Excellent service and nice atmosphere. Food is well made with various interesting tastes. Some dishes were odd but it's part of the experience to try something different and they nailed it. And we definitely left the place feeling very full.

Lots of appetizers, a delicious 6-course menu with very good wine pairings. Recommended because of the original kitchen!

Zeer originele keuken. We hebben hier enkele fantastische combinaties geproefd. Een aanrader ook voor de vegetariërs onder ons. Aanbevolen wijnen waren ook origineel en bijpassend!

We visited the restaurant on the occasion of my partner's birthday and tried the vegan course menu. Unfortunately, the food as a whole didn't quite meet our taste - with the exception of the dessert, which was really successful. However, I believe that this was less due to the skills of the chefs and more due to our fast food-influenced diet. 😊 I would still like to make a more serious criticism: Almost all of the dishes were spicy. I would have liked to have been asked beforehand whether you like spiciness or can tolerate it well. The service, however, was excellent. The staff were attentive without being intrusive and we felt well looked after. The waiting times between courses were reasonable: with a 4-course menu you had a little more time between dishes, while with an 8-course menu there was something on the table almost constantly. Expect the evening to last until at least 11 p.m. You should also take the cost of drinks into account, as you will of course consume a lot over the four hours. The atmosphere was pleasant and not overly formal - rather relaxed. However, I found the room to be a bit tight. The service staff often had to walk past close behind us, which probably couldn't be solved in any other way structurally, but it did affect the enjoyment of a menu in this price range a little. In addition, the tables were very close to each other, making it difficult to have a conversation with the other person without overhearing the conversations of the other guests. I understand that such space conditions may be unavoidable for economic reasons, but I hope that this can be improved in the future. An important note about the food: It is very healthy and places great value on the natural taste of the ingredients - in the spirit of star cuisine. This can be a pleasure for some, but a challenge for others. All in all, we are happy to recommend the restaurant - especially to guests who are keen to experiment, love spiciness and have a high budget. For us personally, however, it was more of a unique experience. Many thanks to the restaurant for the special experience and the lovely evening! 🙏

Wir waren hier Frühstücken. Sehr leckeres Essen! Wir werden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen. Einzige Kleinigkeit, die wir anmerken würden, ist, dass die zweier Tische sehr nah beieinander stehen. Man bekommt jedes Gespräch vom Nachbartisch mit.

Ich bin heute zum Brunch da gewesen. Meine Begleitung und ich haben uns beide für das Benedict entschieden. Der Service war freundlich aber auch nicht sonderlich aufmerksam. Ich hätte gerne Salz und Pfeffer gehabt.. geschmacklich war das Essen für mich in Ordnung aber nicht den Preis oder Hype wert. Das Brot war leider zu doll nass und matschig.

The breakfast at Neobiota is a real highlight and definitely one of the best in Cologne! The selection of dishes is creative and pleasantly different from the standard. Each plate is not only a delight in terms of taste, but also a small work of art visually. Particularly noteworthy is the quality of the ingredients - everything is fresh, high quality and prepared with a lot of love. The service is attentive and friendly without being intrusive, which perfectly complements the relaxed atmosphere. Whether savory or sweet, every breakfast dish is cleverly put together and shows that real professionals are at work here. Neobiota is the perfect place to start the day in a stylish ambience with an exceptional breakfast. Absolutely recommended!

Von A wie Anrichtung bis Z wie Zutaten: So sieht Sterneküche aus. Es war einfach unglaublich, was hier serviert wurde. Kreativität pur, Liebe zum Detail, perfekte Konsistenzen und Würzung bis an die Grenzen. Dazu ein perfekter Service.

Das Frühstück im Neobiota ist ein echtes Highlight und definitiv eines der besten in Köln! Die Auswahl an Gerichten ist kreativ und hebt sich angenehm vom Standard ab. Jeder Teller ist nicht nur geschmacklich ein Genuss, sondern auch optisch ein kleines Kunstwerk. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die Qualität der Zutaten – alles frisch, hochwertig und mit viel Liebe zubereitet. Der Service ist aufmerksam und freundlich, ohne aufdringlich zu sein, was die entspannte Atmosphäre perfekt abrundet. Ob herzhaft oder süß, jedes Frühstücksgericht ist raffiniert zusammengestellt und zeigt, dass hier echte Profis am Werk sind. Das Neobiota ist der perfekte Ort, um den Tag in einem stilvollen Ambiente mit einem außergewöhnlichen Frühstück zu beginnen. Absolut empfehlenswert!

I had been looking forward to brunch for a long time. However, I have to admit, the pancake plate was very well prepared - really pretty, but I lost my joy when I was able to eat the wonderfully prepared pancakes - they were still completely raw or undercooked. At a “Michelin Brunch” my expectations were actually a little different and weren’t quite met. The waitress asked if everything tasted so good - when I gave my feedback on this, she discreetly ignored it and didn't go into it in more detail. Unfortunately, I found it a bit disappointing and a shame. The egg prices were pretty tasty though :)

Grundsätzlich immer gut und auch sehr gerne!Die Platzierung 40 cm neben dem Service Mise en Place war etwas unglücklich - man sitzt quasi im Arbeitsbereich des Service. Den Pancakes die sonst immer sehr „fluffig“ sind hat ebendiese dieses Mal leider gefehlt. Ich freue mich auf den nächsten Besuch :)

Waren zusammen mit Freunden hier und haben das 6 Gäng Menü genossen. Der Service - insbesondere auch des jungen Sommeliers - war hervorragend, die Anzahl der Amuse-Bouce (hoffe, das ist der richtige Fall), der leckeren "Schweinereien" zum Ende war sehr groß und alle Gänge - mit weitgehend ausschließlich lokalen Zutaten -sehr schmackhaft und wunderschön angerichtet. Und wieso dann nur 4 Sterne? Einfach, weil gemessen am Preis, mir hier die Überraschung, das Besondere fehlte. Das war am ehesten beim Wikingerfrühstück, das zu recht seit Anbeginn des Restaurants auf der Karte steht - gegeben. Nicht falsch verstehen, alle Gänge waren sehr gut gut und entsprechen absolut dem Niveau eines Michelin Restaurant und ich werde sicherlich das Neobiota weiter besuchen und weiterempfehlen, aber wenn ich fragen würde, zu welchem Restaurant in Köln man unbedingt gehen muss, hätte ich ein paar Alternativen

Schönes Ambiente und leckeres Essen. Jedoch wurde unser Besuch dadurch gedämpft, dass von den 6 angemeldeten Personen 2 krank waren und für diese eine Gebühr von je 15€ erhoben wurde. Wir hatten uns in diesem Fall eine andere Handhabung gewünscht.

Such an amazing vibe. Chill atmosphere and amazing tastes. No pretension, just focuses on the food and the why. Loved it.

The breakfast is super delicious. The pancakes especially. The rest too. The service is very attentive, never intrusive and not at all stiff or intentional. Unfortunately the guest room is a bit noisy

I went to Neobiota spontaneously and unfortunately only had time for a small breakfast due to a follow-up appointment. It was delicious and I'll definitely come back again to try the rest of the menu. The team is young and very friendly. Ambience very appealing.

Der nächste Besuch ist schon geplant - das Frühstücksmenü hat ausgezeichnet geschmeckt und hatte eine tolle Portionsgröße. Sehr entspannt und freundlich! Empfehlenswert in der Innenstadt!

The food was good and nicely prepared, but the taste was more solid than exceptional. What was unfortunately negative was the way we treated the guests. I had the impression that the restaurant's popularity in Cologne led to a somewhat distant attitude. It seemed to me that the expectation was more of a gratitude from the guests than of a hospitable approach. It's a shame, because I usually appreciate a warmer atmosphere, especially in the catering industry, and my own experiences in the industry make me quite sensitive here.

wir waren schon mehrfach hier und jedes mal vom frühstück und service begeistert 🙏🏼

I was there recently for a 6-course menu. Unfortunately it didn't pick me up. The food was okay, but I didn't get excited. No surprise, everything was a little spicy, nothing more. A lot of things weren't right that evening. Service was okay, the wine recommendation was unfortunately wrong - no acid was desired, the wine was very acidic. The courses came at very short intervals, which isn't a bad thing in itself, but it seemed rushed, as if you wanted to end the evening as quickly as possible. As a guest you felt unwanted. Price-performance is simply not right! With a star I expect something different.

Unfortunately the restaurant could not meet my expectations. Despite the high-quality cuisine that promises one star, my experience was marked by several disappointments. The breakfast menu was solid, but by no means outstanding and was sometimes too spaced out. What was particularly unfortunate, however, was the way we were treated as guests, which I found to be inattentive and distant. Smaller requests were only hesitantly received and the atmosphere remained rather cool throughout the entire visit. Nobody was friendly and we were asked for drinks exactly once during the entire breakfast. A meal in a star restaurant should offer a special experience not only in terms of taste, but also in terms of service and ambience - unfortunately that certain something was missing here. I hope my experience was exceptional as I expected more from a restaurant of this caliber.

Unglaublich Fantastisch und mit viel Fantasie. Wir werden wiederkommen

We went to neobiota for breakfast. Really stylishly furnished small guest room. Everything fits together here. The service was very friendly and always kept an eye on us. The times between the individual menu items are perfectly adjusted and consistent. For breakfast you choose three courses. There is only a small selection of different delicacies on the menu. From muesli to Spanish scrambled eggs with chorizo ​​to white sausage toast, everything is included. The coffee specialties are well selected and very delicious. If you like more upscale cuisine, you should visit neobiota.

Unfortunately not tasty, given the prices I don't expect normal food that I easily cook at home. Definitely tried but really not tasty. My nice criticism when I asked if it tasted good was not answered! Reacts. Ambiance is a matter of taste

Sick. Too far there and everyone had the 3 course breakfast/brunch menu. Highlights: Spanish pan, pancakes and Spanish waffle... And the veggie meadow burger. Deduction 125€ including tip and wine, sparkling wine, water

Frühstück mal anders, lohnenswert! Das werden wir sicherlich wiederholen, da Auswahl immer wieder anders.

Das kleine Restaurant verfügt nur über ca 26 Plätze, die schon sehr eng aneinander gestellt sind. Dass man für einen Tisch zum frühstücken am Samstag ein halbes Jahr vorher auf der Lauer liegen muss, ist schon recht ungewöhnlich. Aber das etwas andere Frühstücksangebot ist es wert. Schaut euch einfach die Bilder an. Alles mal ein bisschen anders interpretiert und wirklich sehr, sehr köstlich! Uns das Personal ist freundlich & aufmerksam, so soll es ein

Breakfast with a difference It's quite unusual that you have to wait six months in advance to get a table for breakfast on Saturday. When you're there, you'll know why. The small restaurant only has around 26 seats, which are already very close together. The slightly different breakfast offering is worth it. Just look at the pictures. Everything interpreted a little differently and really, really delicious! The staff is friendly and attentive, which is how it should be

A bit disappointed. We ate breakfast. Fun dishes and reasonable prices but not great. Very slow service as well.

We had the "casual threesome", including aperitif, wine accompaniment, water and coffee for €110. The concept of NeoBiotas (casual star cuisine, utilization of all ingredients, regional and seasonal) works and is great. The service is courteous and friendly. The numerous components of the dishes are sometimes rattled off a bit quickly (for someone who is hearing the components for the first time) and sometimes they are thrown together in a somewhat wild/experimental way (you should be open to that). The dishes are unusually strongly seasoned (I like it), sometimes a bit acidic and spicier. I would have liked the wine pairing to give you a tasting sip first and then you could decide. The atmosphere is quite nice. Unfortunately we sat at a very high high table (an oversight when making the reservation), later in the evening it gets a bit drafty and in my opinion the music is rather inappropriate (e.g. ACDC). Overall a positive experience. If necessary, I'll come back for the much-praised breakfast.

Toller Brunch. Sehr außergewöhnlich. Tolle Produkte.

I recommend that anyone who wants to experience good pleasures in a relaxed atmosphere let the wonderful team pamper them. It's always worth it. No matter whether it's breakfast or an 8-course menu with drinks. My regular restaurant!!!

Der Service ist leider nicht gut informiert, was die Zutaten der Speisen angeht, dafür aber freundlich.  Insgesamt herrscht eine typische Café-Atmosphäre mit vielen Schrein Kindern vor, da kann der Betreiber wenig für, das muss man hinnehmen und ist auch ok, wenn man es vorher weiß. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ist noch in Ordnung, auch wenn man sich über die Jahre ein wenig mehr Innovation wünschen würde. Positiv ausgedrückt, sind viele Klassiker über lange Zeit auf der Karte.