SILK ROAD Restaurant Köln in Köln

We recently visited the restaurant and would like to share our experience. Positive: The service was friendly and attentive. The prices are pleasant and reasonable. Neutral: The ambience is OK but nothing special. We sat at the front and it was okay. Negatives: Some dishes were sold out, which was disappointing since we actually came specifically for these dishes. The waiting time was quite long. Other guests who arrived later were served quicker than us. Card payment was not possible, which was only communicated to us on site - despite having made a reservation by telephone. The toilets were very cold as it was cold outside and the doors were open. Overall, our visit was mixed. There are positive aspects, but also some things that could be improved.

Surprisingly, Discovered this place by accident and wow were we pleasantly surprised. It was the first time we tried Uzbek food and wow, delicious food for a decent price. A friendly boy who served us and was very attentive. I can highly recommend this business.

Food was very, very tasty and absolutely recommended, the staff is very friendly, you have to wait a bit. Unfortunately, card payment was not possible, the toilets could be renovated!

Everything was very, very tasty! Excellent kurutob! Thank you 🤤

I never write reviews but I love this store! I've been there a few times and the food is simply incredibly tasty, even the salads taste so special. It's also super inexpensive with portions to fill you up and there's delicious tea that you can get a whole pot of straight away. In addition, the service is super polite and friendly.

The staff was friendly. That is the only positive thing. Regarding to the menu. A lot of dishes were “sold out”, or we have only enough plov for one person. We are out of coffee milk. All these things are strange to hear at 18:30 on a Saturday evening. The cash only is also thing, but oke it is Germany. Would i visit this place again? No.

The food was simply delicious, I can only recommend it. It is very interesting that the countries of origin of the Turkic people and the culinary range are also described for the individual dishes.

If I could I wouldn't give a point! We were in this “restaurant” yesterday. Time 6.30 p.m. 1 table marked with reservation. Others free. We sat down and were given the menu shortly afterwards. After about 10 minutes (we had chosen the dishes), an employee came to the table and said that we couldn't order anything. All the dishes were sold out. Apparently they didn't want any more guests. Of course I will not enter this restaurant again. I have been to Central Asia many times and know the hospitality first hand. The operators of the “Silk Road” are far from that.

Tasty! I'll come again if possible! Manti and lagman are very tasty!

I ordered the food to take away. Was very tasty! Not even in Uzbekostan did I eat such delicious manti with pumpkin on my own! Everyone was very friendly and the quality of the food was great.

Delicious food and affordable prices! Delicious Central Asian food! Especially recommend the meat buns! Especially like our country’s Uyghur food☺️

Delicious, reasonably priced, and good service. Worth recommending!

Very inconspicuous from the outside but definitely worth a visit. The dishes are really extraordinary and I have never found anything like it anywhere in Cologne. I had a dish of braised beef and the meat was so tender you could cut through it with a fork. The portions are very large and you will definitely be full. The staff is very friendly. I will definitely come back to try out more of your menu.

Super delicious!!!!! Always happy 👍

Something different, exciting dishes, nice service

Sorry, but I can't understand a restaurant that was obviously empty and yet denied us a seat without explanation. Likewise, the possibility of ordering to go was not pointed out or even offered. Quickly and unfriendlyly intercepted and fobbed off at the door. Good. Next time with reservation then. I would be happy if the CEO would think about this, as it is obviously not the first time that the service has been rated in this way. I leave another attempt open so that I can also test the foods that I am familiar with. In the hope of having collected enough reasons and impressions to improve my rating.

No cards accepted! How could it be possible in city full of tourists?!!

We were here spontaneously today and were unfortunately disappointed. The waiter was very friendly, polite and accommodating. Unfortunately, in terms of taste, everything wasn't our cup of tea. The food arrived cold. The portions were rather small. The noodles were overcooked and we didn't like the meat either. The black tea was drinkable. Too bad!

Very tasty, cozy, hearty portions at an adequate price. Polite staff. I would come back again and again. Thank you for the reception

I definitely recommend a visit! Was absolutely delicious

We had a very nice evening at the Silk Road Restaurant. The service was super friendly and the food was very tasty.

It was delicious, pleasant and cozy!

Delicious food and very friendly & hospitable. We were not familiar with this cuisine and took two dishes on the waitress's advice. So glad we went to eat just outside the city center in a quiet, atmospheric atmosphere

Absolutely delicious plow! Come again.

Silk Road Restaurant is a culinary gem that masterfully blends flavors from East and West. The dishes are vibrant, aromatic, and beautifully presented, showcasing the rich heritage of the Silk Road. From the succulent lamb skewers to the fragrant saffron rice, every bite is an adventure. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with attentive staff who make you feel at home. Whether you're craving bold spices or subtle, delicate flavors, Silk Road delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Highly recommended!

The employee was very friendly. The food didn't come to the table too quickly and was obviously freshly prepared. The taste was good too. Personally, I found the lagman too watery and would like more ingredients in the plov.

Great cuisine in terms of taste, very elaborate dishes, beautifully prepared. Very friendly hosts. Rooms aren't typically the most inviting (large, fairly bright room with high ceilings), but maybe that's part of it too? Very inexpensive!

We came across this place while looking for Uyghur food. In the end, however, it turned out to be more Uzbek/Central Asian. Basically, it is not surprising that there are parallels between these cuisines. Very friendly welcome, nice and pleasant atmosphere. We were served quickly. We ordered the very tasty tea. There was a decent pot per person at a reasonable price. The food itself was definitely a long time coming. Nevertheless, the Manti did not disappoint at all. Thin dough with a good texture, beef was also well done and had a pleasant seasoning. Rounded off with the sauces very tasty. Let's move on to the main courses. A mountain full of food. The meat was not tough at all, but cooked perfectly. What was a little strange, however, was the neutral and unseasoned taste of the plov. In itself a tasty dish with a lot of potential. But it is precisely the spices and flavors that make this dish special. And unfortunately that was completely missing from the rice here. A friend of mine used another rice dish and the spices were much better there. Overall, tasty and optimal in terms of price-performance ratio. More than fair. But much more room for improvement. Hopefully we will try Lagman on our next visit. Unfortunately it wasn't in stock this time.

If I could give 6 stars I would give 6 stars. There were two of us there and everything was great. We each ordered manti, a soup and dessert with tea. I have rarely eaten so well. The service was also perfect and very accommodating. Thank you very much, we'll be happy to come back! A 1 with a star from me and thank you again for the great experience. The ambience is also great and very well furnished!

Ausgezeichnet!?! Simply AMAZING!! We were absolutely delighted and pleased by the service and even more so by their delicious entrees and hospitality!! Highly recommend!!

Great restaurant with tasty dishes from Central Asia.

The food tastes very good! You feel welcome and the atmosphere is very pleasant. There are also tasty treats for vegetarians. It's not loud, you can have a good conversation.

Heartfelt recommendation ❤️ Delicious, easily digestible and special food! Hospitality is also very important here. Very tasty and aromatic tea is also served - be sure to order it. The prices are more than fair. Because everything is freshly prepared, it may take a little longer depending on the amount of gas. The dishes I know from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan are definitely prepared authentically. My only criticism is the Manty. The dough was rolled out too thin and was overcooked, so we had to eat it with a knife and fork. Eaten: Laghman, Kurutob, Manty, Samsa

Very tasty cuisine - Uzbek and ex-Soviet...gladly again

Very tasty and soulful. Nice service. The eggplant salad is bomb, I haven’t seen it on menus in other places for a long time. Thank you, I will definitely come back

We had a very nice evening with delicious food and attentive service at very fair prices. Happy to come back!

Very tasty food and good service..

Great restaurant. The lamb soup is my favorite. I have no experience with Central Asian cuisine but I like this. Good price/performance.

Delicious!!! Like Xinjiang food! They serve a pot of black tea which really surprises me and the taste is good!!

The food and atmosphere are amazing🇺🇿❤️

Very tasty and exactly the way I know it from home. Highly recommended.

Super delicious food, something you rarely find in Cologne!

Insanely delicious food. Two of us are originally from Uzbekistan and found the plov very good. We were all really excited and the portions are also decent. Can definitely go again!!

The food here was never fantastic. The Samsa's dough was too thick, the meat too salty, and the exteriors burnt. The plov was too spicy, despite real plov not suppose to being spicy. The lagman is served in a shallow plate, so not much soup in there. Despite all of these shortcomings, I used to enjoy coming to this place. It was a little piece of Central Asia where I could eat some Uzbek food when homesick. But today, the awful service I received convinced me that it's not worth eating here. If you are craving Uzbek food, you can always go to the Uzbek restaurant in Frankfurt or to another one in Duesseldorf. The new wait staff, unfortunately, have no idea what service means. They were stubborn, unfriendly, and nasty young kids. Won't be coming here again.

very tasty food for not much money. Service is very nice. Didn't have to wait long for the food and it tasted very good. Only recommended.

The staff was extremely nice and respectful. The restaurant is warm and cozy. And the most important thing, namely the food, was delicious and very close to Uzbek cuisine. You have to keep in mind that Germans don't like eating lamb that much, so some dishes are made with beef. In addition, the plov and the manty have significantly longer preparation times than a meatball or a schnitzel. Even though it still tastes best in Uzbekistan, I would fully recommend this restaurant and look forward to my next visit! Mom was very happy too! Rachmat, Do'stlar!

I would like to say thank you very much. Yesterday I was at your place quite spontaneously and was surprised. Food like in my homeland, taste of childhood!!! Greetings from Thuringia Best regards Galina Hamburg

A nice restaurant with very good food. New taste experiences that are worth it. We had 3 dishes and each was very good. I can only recommend it. Please remember that there is no alcohol here, but that didn't matter to us. We'll be back to try more highlights of the Silk Road. The deduction comes because the sanitary facilities were very cold, but clean and that is important.

You can understand the good reviews. After a vacation in Central Asia we felt reminded. Friendly service, very tasty authentic food, there are only non-alcoholic drinks, the atmosphere in the restaurant is simple, but the food picked us up. We were very satisfied 😃

Very tasty and great value for money

My friend recommended this restaurant because it serves food from her country. I swear it was sooooo good we ve gone there several times because i cant get enough. I totally recommend

We visited couple of weeks ago and were not disappointed. We made a reservation to make sure we got a table, since it was the weekend. Dogs allowed inside. The menu is pretty good sized and has typical Central Asian dishes. The food seemed pretty accurate and not transformed for local preference. Very good quality. Friendly service. Highly recommend!

It was our first time eating at Silkroad and we were skeptical at first. Everything we tried was simply phenomenal and a culinary delight. We ordered the manty with minced meat, the lagman and plow. Be it the generous filling of the manti, the tender meat of the plow or the indescribably good, intense taste of the lagman - we were simply thrilled. Always my pleasure!

The food overall was really really good - great salad, fantastic bread, just delicious. Only the lagmen were in the water for a few seconds too long. The service is very friendly and accommodated us when it came to changing the dishes to vegetarian options. Overall it was a very nice experience.

It was very tasty and nice staff. Thank you.

We had dinner here today and were really impressed. Kurutob is super tasty and really fresh, especially in summer!

The price-performance ratio is one of the best restaurants in Cologne. Plow is outstanding, but other great dishes too!

Very very very very slow service. Go there if you're are half full or full, for a drink may be

The food is delicious, definitely recommend Manty (dumplings) and Lamb chops. The place is quite cozy and has a cultural touch.

Sooooo delicious! Finally, no fries. I recommend it from the bottom of my heart!

Fast service, normal prices, the pilaf is delicious and, in principle, one serving can easily be enough for two. (I would remove the sausage from Olivier; it has too strong a smoky taste and should be chopped finer.) The place is good, I recommend it.

Very nice, cozy restaurant and atmosphere, great service and incredibly delicious food from Uzbek/Central Asian cuisine; Plow and Lagman as well as Lepeschka with a nice pot of tea are particularly recommended!

We came from Augsburg to work in Köln, there is no Uzbek restaurant in our city, so we visited here. The food is divinely delicious, the portions are large and the prices were surprising, very inexpensive!❤️ We couldn’t try the dishes we wanted during one visit, so we decided to come on the next day too, because you want to come back to such a restaurant again!🥰 I advise everyone to visit, you will be delighted with the food!☝️ Wir haben ein Restaurant mit usbekischer Küche besucht, das Essen war sehr lecker, die Portionen groß und die Preise günstig! Ich wurde in Taschkent, der Hauptstadt Usbekistans, geboren, deshalb habe ich, als ich dieses Restaurant besuchte, den Geschmack meiner Kindheit wiedererlebt. 🥰Das Essen schmeckt genauso wie damals, einfach unglaublich lecker! Guter Service! Ich kann es jedem nur empfehlen, dieses Restaurant zu besuchen!

Very nice restaurant with friendly and courteous staff. Everything we tried here was absolutely delicious and fresh. Highly Recommended!!

Very tasty food!! We recommend.

Super tasty and special. All handmade, could fool me 🤤

The food is generally good here but from my point of view Plov is not the one I was eating in Uzbekistan! The prices are reasonable and the staff is good! I can really recommend it - for Germany is really good restaurant. The minus they don’t sell alcohol - you can drink tea which is good. We had plov, samsa and lamb.

The staff is flexible, which means that each guest has 1 plate, dishes in the middle. From a culinary point of view it was terrific. Be careful: no alcohol is served there, but "the fountain", 10m away, can quench your thirst for beer. The food is brought to the table inside or out the back. reserved or check the opening times . Drive to the vringsveedel and enjoy it.

The food was very tasty and you don't have it every day. Tea with it was great and really good value for money. Definitely a recommendation. Service and the ambience are also very good. The dishes will definitely be tried out further.

The food is incredibly delicious! Prices are reasonable. It’s a pity that the restaurant is not in Dusseldorf... I would stop cooking at home altogether 😁

A very good place of service at the highest level, the kurutob was delicious but there was very little fatir, the atmosphere was like in my homeland, but I gave it a 4 because we ordered samsa, we wanted tandoori, but they brought it ready in the oven and it was not tasty, I cook better in the oven if I worked here then samsa would have been number 1, so everyone who was doubtful there said 😊😊 and then thank you for everything

Das Restaurant „Silk Road“ hat mich absolut begeistert! Die Atmosphäre ist authentisch und warmherzig, die Dekorationen spiegeln die Schönheit der zentralasiatischen Kultur wider. Die Gerichte sind einfach hervorragend – der Kurutob war perfekt gewürzt und die Samsa waren zart und lecker. Das Personal ist unglaublich freundlich und zuvorkommend. Ein Muss für jeden, der die Aromen und die Gastfreundschaft Zentralasiens erleben möchte. Ich komme definitiv wieder! The Silk Road restaurant left me completely delighted! The atmosphere here is authentic and cozy, the decor reflects the beauty of Central Asian culture. The dishes are absolutely delicious - the Kurotobe was seasoned to perfection and the samsa was tender and delicious. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. A must-visit for those who want to experience the aromas and hospitality of Central Asia. Will definitely come back here again! The restaurant "Silk Road" absolutely impressed me! The atmosphere is authentic and cozy, and the decorations reflect the beauty of Central Asian culture. The dishes are simply outstanding – the Kurotob was perfectly seasoned, and the Samsa were tender and delicious. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. A must-visit for anyone who wants to experience the flavors and hospitality of Central Asia. I will definitely be back!

To everyone who misses their homeland... Here you will remember the taste of childhood and experience Asian hospitality... A varied menu: manti, kuratop, lagman, samsa and delicious Chak-Chak for tea... And this is not the whole list... It is very tasty, satisfying and aromatic. The meat is so tender, it just melts in your mouth! Beautiful presentation of dishes and friendly service. I recommend it from the bottom of my heart!!!

In general the food are great and tasty but the portion of the meet should be more.

Really really tasty. You can also tell that everything is homemade. I had lagman and ate everything until the last bite🤤 Samsa with meat is also highly recommended. will definitely visit again

Generally very good Uzbek cuisine. My only minor criticism is that the portion was small and I had to order something extra, e.g. Many are only 5 pieces, but they are super tasty.

A really nice place to go, good food and really nice people… maybe a bit too slow the service but still enjoyable

It's super tasty and the condition is great! Can only be recommended 😊☺️

The atmosphere is like in Tajikistan, namely Badakhshan. Restaurant Pamir style songs Muboraksho...... in general everything is delicious

Unfortunately the food wasn't particularly good. Except for the meat in the dishes, which was really good, everything was very unseasoned and boring. The service was nice, but everything took a long time even though the store wasn't full.

At best, ok. Very bland seasoning. Lamb extremely fatty.

Delicious dishes. Plow was simply great. We will be back.

Amazing food! Ordered the Kurutob, Manty (beef) and carrot salad. All dishes were fantastic. We highly recommend.

Everything was very tasty K,urutob it's something special.

Everything was very tasty, it was unusual to eat lagman from a flat plate. I really liked the samsa and washed it down with hot tea.

It's all ok ! Food and service 10/10

Yes, if you want some variety in the kitchen. No, if you expect too much. The food was okay. The tables - less comfortable for a restaurant. Very simple "design", like in a bistro.

Just the thing for lovers of oriental cuisine 😋😇

All very tasty. I'd love to come back.

You should take a little more money with you

something completely different Service friendly Food good and tasty

Great authentic food from Central Asia. Definitely worth a visit or a return!

Great place with delicious food.

Very tasty food. Highly recommended if u want to feel almost in Uzbekistan. Thank you

Everything is fine 👍 gladly again 😋⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fantastic food, would recommend a visit.👍👏👏👏💚💛💚

Today I was able to visit a wonderful establishment of oriental cuisine called Silk Road, I was very impressed with the interior and hospitality of this establishment, I also managed to try many dishes from this wonderful menu, I recommend this establishment to everyone, you will be well served and deliciously fed, price range simply wonderful, each dish corresponds to its price🤤🤤🤤🤤

Everything is very tasty 😋 I’m trying oriental cuisine for the first time and I’m absolutely delighted 😍 thank you very much to the staff and owners for this gorgeous establishment 💞 I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone 😎👍🔥

Very nice restaurant and good food

The food is better than the Germans, but not quite what I expected, the choice is not large and the design is so-so....... I wish there was more such cuisine in German cities... for example in Dusseldorf, and more variety..