Reef and Beef Köln in Köln

Excellent restaurant. The beef fillet is the best in all of North Rhine-Westphalia. The service is great and the ambience is beautiful.

A great restaurant. The atmosphere was quite dark, but that didn't bother me. Steaks were great. Side dishes too. You can't find valet parking on every corner either. Service very friendly. Overall very expensive. If that doesn't bother you, you'll be in good hands here. For me it is a top address where you can serve any customer on special occasions.

I'll be back :) Like every year... Kind regards from Saarland:)))

Mega! Delicious food, great service. Great ambience, parking service. Top quality. Reservation required.

If you think this is good, you haven't eaten well. Overpriced and off-the-shelf side dishes. Meat is good, but only medium rare. Anything else will probably overwhelm the kitchen. When it came to service, I had the feeling that they had only been doing the job for two days or that their "uncle" was forced to employ them there. There are much better locations for a fraction of the money with better food and service. Ambiance is ok. Before I forget: If you want to freeze to death, eat in the tent.

We were there with a group of 13 adults and 2 small children. Very attentive service. The two children were even given something to paint on a Sunday evening. The food was excellent and our guests were very satisfied. I can recommend it without hesitation.

Service very bad. Eat good! Prices too high.

Best steakhouse in all of Cologne!

Everything was perfect from start to finish - the warm welcome, the excellent service and of course the steaks, which were simply cooked to perfection. The meat quality was first class, tender and incredibly flavorful, complemented by a selection of delicious side dishes and sauces that perfectly rounded off the taste experience. The ambience is cozy and stylish at the same time, just the right thing to enjoy excellent food in a relaxed atmosphere. The advice on the wine selection, which went perfectly with the dishes, was particularly impressive. A big compliment to the entire team - you can tell that they work with passion and skill. If you're looking for a real steak lover experience, this is definitely the right place. I'll definitely be back!"

A visit like no other! Fantastic!

From the moment you walk in ..you can feel it's felt upperclass..well spoken.. fantastic food, service was excellent..very clean, well dressed..100% recommended

The staff was super friendly and we really enjoyed the food! Definitely recommended!

Me and my friends were guests at Reef and beef for the first time today. The great service can be found in front of the restaurant. We were welcomed there and our car was parked by a nice gentleman. The ambience is with the dimmed lights making a cozy atmosphere. The lovely, nice and funny waiter Mo served us very well. The food was simply incredibly delicious. What I really liked was a small gift: a small bowl of meat for my dog. For such a successful evening you would be happy to spend a little more money. It was definitely worth every penny! We'd love to come back🥰

A very great atmosphere. The best steak in the world. Very friendly and courteous employees.

Wir waren das erste Mal im Reef & Beef um meinen Geburtstag zu feiern. Vorab ist zu sagen, die Qualität der Fleisch- und Fischkomponenten lässt sich grundsätzlich nicht bemängeln. Filet, Thunfisch und Tiger Prawn waren qualitativ wirklich gut und die Garpunkte stimmten- die Portionen allerdings sehr übersichtlich. Gestört haben uns allerdings auch einige Dinge. Die Beilagen sind wirklich schwach, einfallslos und auch nicht von wirklich guter Qualität. Die Trüffel-Pommes beispielsweise bestehen aus Fertig-Pommes mit etwas Parmesan und zwei Scheibchen (gemacklosem) Trüffel, die Bratkartoffeln schwammen in Fett und der Blattspinat war eigentlich ungenießbar. Auch die Saucen, die leider bei der beworbenen "Trilogy" über das Fleisch gekippt werden, haben uns in keiner Weise überzeugt. Die Getränkepreise sind überzogen. 10 Euro für eine Flasche Mineralwasser schon frech. Der Wein war nicht wirklich kalt und wurde in billigsten (und auch noch zwei unterschiedlichen) Gastro-Gläsern serviert. Der Service war zunächst, auch wenn es sich sicher nicht um Profis handelt, sehr freundlich und bemüht, sobald allerdings klar war, dass wir kein Dessert bestellen möchten (dazu befragt wurden wir etwa 2 Minuten nachdem der Hauptgang abgeräumt war) wurden wir jedoch weitgehend ignoriert und selbst die Rechnung kam erst nach ca. 15 min und mehreren Aufforderungen. Alles in allem- für diese Preise haben wir schon deutlich bessere Steak-Häuser besucht und besser gegessen. Schein und Sein stimmt für uns im Reef & Beef leider nicht. Schade!

The food was delicious, without question. The service was good. The ambience is chic and unusual but a bit too dark for my taste. There are three stars only because of the very high prices. We are always happy to pay appropriately for quality, but I didn't think the prices were appropriate.

Food good, but not exceptional. You can get similar or better food for less money in Cologne. The atmosphere is wicked, too dark for me personally. Service nice & accommodating.

Very tasty and can be recommended

For me one of the best locations in Cologne!

For me personally, the steak is prepared with too much pepper and roasted aromas; I prefer to enjoy the taste of the meat naturally. The prices a bit high. The service needs some training and seemed a bit unsure about the wine recommendations and the service. The atmosphere is very cozy.

As a normal person, I ate the best steak of my life upon invitation. The atmosphere of the restaurant is exceptional. A must go for people who aren't afraid to pay upwards of €80 for an exceptional steak experience!

Price and performance don't match, everything is far too expensive. 10€ wine for 70€. The steak was not cooked as ordered. A shop for people with too much money but no idea.

I used to come here often before Corona and celebrated my sister's birthday here. The Midnight Noon Steak, something similar to what it was called, is my favorite with truffle mash potatoes and grilled vegetables. But I think it simply tastes better in the OG store in Düsseldorf than in Cologne. Unfortunately the decor isn't nice either, too many artificial flowers.

Well-intentioned 4 stars. First about the food: The food was great, there is nothing to complain about here. Very high quality, very tasty! However, deduction because of the service: we reserved online with the note that it was a birthday dinner. When we arrived, this was not taken into account, our reservation could not be found and we were given a small table at the end of the room. Otherwise, the service was unfortunately not very attentive; it took a long time until we received the wine list and ultimately drinks. When we ate, however, it all happened much too quickly for us, the bread was just on the table when the starter arrived, ok, that's still possible. But we hadn't even finished the starter before the steaks arrived... that was a shame. No asking whether you are ready for the next course, as you know it. You should expect something different, especially from a restaurant in this price range. After we finished the main course, no one came to clear the plates for ages. It's a shame, it spoiled our experience.

Update from October 20, 2024 You can see my old review below. I was in this restaurant again today and the service and food were again very, very good. We felt very well looked after. It has to be said that this is a high-priced restaurant. If you look at the price performance, I've eaten better steaks for less money. The atmosphere is quite nice. But it's not a restaurant that you absolutely have to visit if you want to eat very good steaks

Die Preise sind schon mächtig abgehoben. Da stimmen Preis und Leistung aber gar nicht. Eine Flasche Lugana Ca dei Frati für 79,- ist doppelt so viel wie üblich und schon frech. Nicht mal richtig kalt war der Wein. Die Preise für das Essen sind ebenfalls zu hoch. Insgesamt eher entäuschend

Everything was perfect. Thank you very much

This is for meat & it is not cheap in no way. Ambiente is perfect for eating steak. I took an Triple Star Filet Mignon with broccoli and mashed potatoes and can nothing but recommend it. The highlight of the week. Service is good and friendly. Parking "challenging" as this awful constructions in the street make it not easy to find it, without breaking all German traffic rules.

A wonderful place with delicious food & great service.

Great experience, tasty food and nice people attending every need you have, they made my experience great! Check it out

We were greeted very unfriendly by the valet parking service. We said that we would like to drive our car into the parking lot ourselves. The entire parking lot was still completely free because we were the first ones. The valet then said either I would drive your car or you would have to find somewhere else to park. Honestly? We would have left a lot of money there that evening. That's the last thing. This is not how you treat guests. Impossible behavior!!! Really a shame for this restaurant. We wanted to eat there for the second time today, but I'd rather spend my money somewhere else.

We travel & move around alot; this restaurant is by far our most favorite spot to eat. From date night, celebrations and bringing family from out of town; this place is always fantastic. The staff is top noch, always attentive and very friendly. The decor & atmosphere is stunning but above all else the food is by far the best quality, the oysters are fresh and steak perfectly cooked. We always look forward to going here ❤️

The place is really beautiful! Elegant. We ate very well. Excellent value for money. The service and kitchen staff were very friendly Dogs are also accepted

You are greeted by the valet service, which was just for show as the car was parked 20 meters further down the street. The outside of the building has a 1960s tile look but the inside is very attractively designed. However, toilets don't fit at all! Dirty and shabby. Given the prices, I had high expectations in terms of service and quality. But: Food and drinks were only “passed through” from one side of the table, e.g. a truffle oil was brought even though truffle mayo had been ordered - when we pointed this out they just said “eat it anyway” - so that the waiter could still charge for the expensive oil. Wines poured directly without tasting. The presentation of the meat resembled a sales presentation. The side dishes were “simple”. My potato wedges consisted of 20% of the crumbs that were left in the bag at the end... Definitely not homemade! After the main course, the waiter tried to sell us a dessert plate for the entire table even though we had said very clearly that we didn't want dessert. The bill came unsolicited and as a total in a box. We pointed out straight away that we wanted to pay separately and then we all had to get up and go to the checkout at the back. In summary: Location - very nice Service - very poor for a restaurant in this price range (obviously untrained staff) Food - average There are certainly better stores in Cologne!

Everything is great! Dishes very tasty, top service and cozy atmosphere.

We always enjoy coming to Reef and Beef. The quality of the food is excellent and the service is top.

The Reef and Beef in Cologne is an excellent restaurant that offers a successful combination of seafood and meat dishes. The ambience is pleasant and modern, which makes you immediately feel at home. The decor is stylish and creates a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for a romantic dinner or a sociable dinner. The menu offers a wide selection of fresh seafood and high quality meat dishes. The dishes are attractively presented and taste very well balanced. The freshly caught fish and the various steaks, which are perfectly prepared, are particularly recommended. The side dishes are also creative and delicious. The service is attentive and friendly. The staff are well trained and are happy to give recommendations on dishes and matching wines. The waiting times are acceptable, even if the restaurant is busy. The prices are a bit high, but definitely justified given the quality of the food and service. It's worth dining here, especially on special occasions. Reef and Beef is an excellent choice for seafood and steak lovers in Cologne. The combination of high-quality ingredients, good service and an appealing concept makes this restaurant a special place. I can definitely recommend it and look forward to my next visit!

A very nice spot in Dusseldorf, excellent US style steaks and a great wine list, though the value offerings not exactly available. A most pleasant evening all round.

We stayed at Reef&Beef for my dad's birthday and I admit it was a fantastic experience! The steak was buttery soft and the service was absolutely outstanding. We had a great evening and I can only recommend Reef&Beef :)

Unfortunately, my previous high expectations were completely disappointed here. You can't feel comfortable at all because you're surrounded by a huge team of waiters who are doing COMPLETE upselling. If you don't choose the "premium" fillet, you will be endlessly persuaded to take the more expensive one, which we also took. What is noticeable here is how dry and coarse-grained the “cheaper” fillet is. You were promised that the “premium” fillet could be eaten with a spoon because it was so tender :D The “better” wine is served to you (ice wine 30€/100ml), which is actually a dessert wine and is not even offered for tasting, but 200ml is poured straight away. You also had to pour yourself water, the waiters were constantly on their cell phones and were not attentive. I originally ordered a 300g steak, but received 400g, which only showed up later on the bill. A quick “oops” from the waitress didn’t compensate for the more expensive bill. The steak here is served on hot plates, which is usually only done at Chateaubriand because, like ours, the meat is served completely undercooked and could later be eaten far too dry. For the price, the steak should be perfectly cooked to my discretion and not require any additional work on my part. The starters were also so-so, you get a spicy BBQ sauce with your bread?! The Caesar had no convincing taste and the scallops were also served with a cocktail sauce that was far too spicy. The “truffle potato puree” hardly tasted like truffles for €15. On top of that, you are greeted with a wannabe valet service that parks the cars on the street in front of the door, which is completely unnecessary and excessive. Sorry, but for this price range you should have a certain standard and not just be a show-off like with the Clienté.

A very nice restaurant with a nice outdoor area behind the house. The food, in our case the meat dishes, were perfectly prepared. The meat was of very high quality and cooked perfectly. The starters were very delicate and visually very appealing. The prices are rather higher but given the quality of the meat, they are absolutely justified. The service including valet parking was very friendly. Even though the restaurant was very busy, we didn't have to wait long. We will definitely come back and try the seafood dishes. We can only recommend the restaurant.

We tried bisque with lobster - not a classic recipe and, in my opinion, not the most successful, carpaccio with truffle, completely tasteless, tournedos trio - also turned out to be very mediocre, possibly made from a semi-finished product.

Thank you for the extremely delicious evening. The service was great as always. Jim, we were honored by your presence. LG Rosa

The best steak in Germany so far. Triple Star Filet - highly recommended

High-priced steakhouse with great food. Very nice atmosphere, especially on the terrace. with the best meat offering in Cologne. Service unfortunately fluctuates.

We were there for the first time. Of course we read some reviews. I was very excited. In a nutshell, it was a great evening. Food great, service great. Wine list large and something for everyone. Of course everything has its price, but rightly so! If you want to eat out for 30 euros, you can find something in the fast food joint. Prices and quality match. Thanks for the great evening. We'll be back.

Best steakhouse with unique marinades

You feel very comfortable here and the first and main courses are very tasty. Staff makes an effort.

Nachdem wir im Mai 2024 das erste mal zu Gast waren und absolut begeistert waren von der Qualität der Speisen und dem Service , was es gestern nicht wirklich gut . Vor allem der Service ! Speisen vertauscht ( man sollte schon sehen welches Filet Ladys Cut und Mens Cut ist ). 3 Versuche um die tatsächlich , bestellten Beilagen zu servieren . Beim servieren der Filtes mit der Serviette im Teller die Sauce verschmieren . 3 Verschieden Gläser für die Gäste am Tisch für einen Rotwein der deutlich über 100€ gekostet hat . 2 Verschiedene Rotweine in Ein und das selbe Glas gießen wollen . Teure Rotweine nicht dekantieren!! Rum und Whisky ohne nachfragen mit Eis servieren ! Innerhalb von weniger als 2 Minuten von 3 Servicekräften nach einem Dessert befragt . Hier sollte man sich schon abstimmen , bzw. die neuen Servicekräfte erst an den Kunden lassen , wenn das 1&1 verstanden ist . Alles in allem war es gestern wie erwähnt nicht gut , dennoch werden wir es ein drittes Mal versuchen , in der Hoffnung das wir von unserem ersten Eindruck bestätigt werden .

We last went to Reef&Beef with a larger group. While it was the first visit for some of them, it was the third visit for me. Even if the food was good as usual, the audience made you feel anything but comfortable and almost alien. I'm happy to pay more for good food, great ambience, etc., but the overall package has to be right. Although the Reef&Beef once promised a nice evening, you now sit there with a very present sense of unease. A pity!

Very tasty food and funny waiters. The valet service rounds the whole thing off well. The price is also completely okay considering the good quality

Square money for great ambience and good meat. Service ok, could be better! A lunch menu at slightly more affordable prices wouldn't be a mistake, I haven't seen more than 4 tables occupied at lunchtime - but you professionals have to know that for yourself. The cooking point was not optimal twice already, with tbone medium rare even on the bone it was only just medium. But the quality of the meat is top notch! Haven't tried seafood yet.

Always my pleasure! The service team is absolutely friendly and always excellent! The food is pure enjoyment. We feel absolutely comfortable and always enjoy coming.

Nothing to say, everything fits!!!!!!!!!!!

Wir waren am 31.05.24 mit 4 Köchen (davon 3 Meister) dort essen. Vorspeise bei 3 war der Caesar Salat.Hatte nur leider vom Geschmack nichts damit zu tun. Die Seafood Soup war gut. Das als bestes Steak angekündigte 300 gr.Triple Steak war ein Reinfall für 69,90 Euro. Meins hatte höchstens 230 gr.und war falsch geschnitten. Die Steinpilzsauce war aus der Tüte. Und die Portion Süßkartoffel war lecker aber mit 9,90 Euro absolut überteuert. Das war leider nicht nur ein Eindruck sondern von Fachleuten eine Rezension. Es ist schade,daß bisher noch kein Statement stattgefunden hat.

Erstklassiger Service. Leckere Steaks. Wunderbare Weinauswahl. Angesagte Location im Süden Kölns. Für jeden Fleisch- und Fischliebhaber wärmstens zu empfehlen!

Every time I am overwhelmed by the excellent steaks and the warm service. My highlight: the terrace in summer

Super Service! Great employees! Food was fantastic!

WOW What a amazing place, from entering to leaving we were treated as royalty, the staff ,the food , the interior the surrounding building was all just amazing, Thank you for making my birthday PERFECTthe best ever THANK YOU

Meat perfect Unfortunately service is not 100% Great ambience

We had dinner there yesterday with 4 chefs (including 3 masters). The starter for 3 was the Caesar salad. Unfortunately the taste had nothing to do with it. The seafood soup was good. The 300 gr triple steak, announced as the best steak, was a failure for 69.90 euros. Mine was at most 230 grams and was cut incorrectly. The porcini mushroom sauce was out of the bag. And the portion of sweet potato was delicious but absolutely overpriced at 9.90 euros. Unfortunately, that wasn't just an impression but a review from experts. It's a shame that a week later there hasn't been a statement.

Fabaoulus place. Very good food and family. Everyone must visit this place. Love it ❤️ Thank you for the good evening 😊

Very tasty food and pleasant service. If you have expectations in the world of food, I recommend this place ;) Parking will be taken care of by the staff to whom you hand the keys, and the car will be taken to the parking lot behind the house :) Thank you very much, I will visit again!

The best fillet I've ever eaten.

The food was great. The prices are completely excessive. The service was ok and the ambience was good. 300 euros for 2 people is the minimum to calculate. I think the people who eat here regularly have their focus elsewhere. :)

Everything was very very very good.

The best steakhouse in Cologne. The service and food couldn't have been better. The boss personally looked after us very carefully. Everything perfect! Always happy!👍🏼

We celebrated here today! Everything great! Thank you for everything.

Subterranean quality, gristle meat, custard sauces, warm wine, incompetent staff, incredibly overpriced. Please don't go.

So far this is the best steakhouse I've tried. Service and friendliness top. The food has a quality that is hard to find anymore. The boy with curly hair is the best 😃

As a first time to this restaurant I have no words to describe the food, dessert and hospitality they offer here. I have to come again.

Very nice terrace, friendly staff, great steaks! Had a very nice evening!

Perfect steaks. Unfortunately, somewhat ignorant service. Everything is a bit dark. Food incredibly good. Prices very high

Selected quality at the appropriate price

Little things don't make the visit complete. The steaks were on point, the fish was very good and the desserts were also delicious. The only thing missing was an explanation about the sauces served and the fact that the lemons were in small bags would have been worth knowing. The restaurant seems inconspicuous From the outside, inside with a great ambience! Highly recommended 👍👍👍

Our best steak in Cologne 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

One of the best steak houses there is in Cologne. The reception from the valet service speaks for itself. Parking space directly behind the house. Ambience great. Service excellent. Meat quality is very stable. I definitely recommend reserving a table on the weekend. Card payment possible. Service is extremely good. I'd love to come back.

Price performance not appropriate

Outstanding! Very very good food and great service. Meat really great quality. I didn't try seafood, my companions thought it was very good.

It was really tasty! A meaty experience🤩

Wow...what a treat for the palate. It couldn't be better. Extremely attentive staff, perfect cuisine. Toilets don't fit in. And: The prices are really tough, absolutely in the upper price segment.

A unique experience in Cologne. Every time we visit Cologne we book a dinner at Reef & Beef. Great service, delicious food. One of the best trendy restaurant I ever visited in europe.

- excessively expensive for the quality they serve - mostly frozen seafood at fresh prices (normal and jumbo prawns + scallops) - very hot dishes and the meat becomes overcooked instantly (they changed it for me without a problem!) - the young untrained waiters (he said the Bernese was homemade but it wasn't!) - 30 min to remove leftover cutlery from our table - It is not really a grill because they work with an iron or frying pan and not with a wood-burning grill as you expect in this category of restaurant - very small oysters and broken meat + parking service + very delicious tuna tataki + very rich chocolate muss dessert + friendliness of the staff + very good tartar

Definitely one of the best restaurants in Cologne. Everything is just right here. I don't eat meat and I still get my money's worth because the side dishes and alternatives on offer are simply great. The service is first class, the ambience makes you forget where you are and I could/have spent the entire evening here. Top Top Top!

Nice ambience. Friendly and helpful staff. Food was okay, but didn't blow me away. The crispy beef salad was very good (appetizer).

Four of us had dinner here and really enjoyed our stay. Even though it's mainly about steaks in all variations, lovers of meat-free cuisine can also find happiness here. The steaks are indeed the highlight, perfect in terms of taste and preparation. You can hardly do it much better. The service was extremely attentive and friendly, which was really fun as a guest. In this respect, I can recommend the restaurant to anyone who wants to treat themselves to something special. The prices are very ambitious; you can easily spend €100 or more per person on food and drinks. But it's worth it and I would definitely come back!

The unused outdoor area could be tidier and more attractive. Service in the restaurant not perfect. Very pleasant valet parking.

A super successful company evening with outstanding service from our very attentive waiter Mo!

The flesh is exceptionally good, An adventure on certain days. Staff very attentive and objectively friendly. We always LOVE coming back Greeting

The meat was tasty and the starter was ok. Not the best steakhouse we've ever been to but so far everything was fine

We have been regular guests at Reef & Beef Cologne for almost 2 years and love it. Steaks and everything around them are simply first class. The atmosphere and ambience is classy, ​​but cool at the same time. We always feel very warmly welcomed and receive excellent service. Small criticism, the service should be kept until the end, even when the main course is completed (for drinks, dessert, etc.). Always happy to come back!

THE restaurant when it comes to really good steaks. Always perfectly cooked to order, great starters, side dishes and desserts. The service is absolutely top, the entire team is very attentive and courteous. The steak in Apache style is highly recommended!!!

You will be welcomed by the valet service. The building, which looks inconspicuous from the outside, turns out to be a beautiful, cozy restaurant. The service was very good, but unfortunately the kitchen was hopelessly understaffed that evening, which is why the food took a long time. Nevertheless, everything tasted excellent. The steaks were perfectly cooked and the side dishes were also really tasty. However, you should keep in mind that the prices are not for the small budget, but are justified. Overall it was a very nice evening.

Terrific ! The first steak I've ever eaten so far. Be sure to try the fillet in the Apache sauce. A dream Very nice staff A dedicated team ensures your well-being Definitely a must if you live in Cologne or the surrounding area

Dieses Restaurant ist wirklich top. Ich habe bereits in Düsseldorf und jetzt auch in Köln dort gespeist. Ja, es ist hochpreisiger, aber die Qualität ist ebenso beeindruckend. Hier kann man wirklich nichts falsch machen. Die Auswahl auf der Speisekarte ist so vielfältig, dass ich jedes Mal Probleme habe, mich zu entscheiden. Mein persönlicher Favorit ist das Triplestar mit Kräuterkruste - einfach unglaublich lecker! Was die negativen Bewertungen betrifft, finde ich es bemerkenswert, wie schnell man in diesem Niveau schlechte Bewertungen erhält. Meiner Erfahrung nach spiegeln diese Bewertungen nicht die exzellente Qualität und den hervorragenden Service wider, den ich hier erlebt habe. Ich kann dieses Restaurant uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen! Übrigens, zum ersten Mal habe ich von diesem Restaurant gehört, als mein Kollege mich fragte: "Willst du das beste Steak der Welt probieren?"

Always a pleasure to be a guest

Great restaurant! We went there for dinner with business partners yesterday. The meat, the lobster and especially the tuna tartare were outstanding. The service was excellent and very attentive. Gladly again.

Price performance is great despite the high prices

Unfortunately I only have to give this restaurant one star. While the food was okay, it is disproportionate to the price - far too expensive for what is on offer. Even more disappointing were the wait times; Waiting over an hour for food is simply not acceptable. The staff seemed overwhelmed and the service was well below the standard you would expect. Overall the experience was very disappointing and unfortunately I cannot recommend this restaurant.

There's nothing to say about the ambience, furnished in classic New York style. But the store is a huge contrast in Dubai. The quality of the food compared to that in Dubai is huge. The food itself was quite good, meat quality a solid 2-. But the ceaser salad was a joke, especially since it cost €14. The side dishes are simply cheap lamb Weston 6x6 fries and Salomon onion rings. You can do it and you have to do it better. We were there on a Thursday and had to wait exactly 1 hour for food. Our conclusion is it was just okay, no wow effect.