Gaststätte Em Hähnche — Restaurant in Cologne

First time weekend in Cologne, and this gem became my favorite place! The staff is extraordinary (all of them!) and welcoming. My first attempt to find something to eat didn't work quite as well as the kitchen had just closed. The owner (?) was so kind and apologetic, although it was entirely my fault. Ended up staying and drinking a few refreshing Kolsch with new friends! I came back the day after and had a delicious Wiener Schnitzel with potato salad (that salad was fresh and tasted amazing). I am a Canadian visiting the Cologme for the first time and I knew little of the city and its people. The vibe there is like being with family, and the staff at Gastsatte Em Hahnche are great ambassadors to the city. 100% will go again!

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Very nice, cosy and customer friendly place! If you are looking for not expensive, but good local food and (of course) Kölsch, then Em Hahnche is definitely the place! Not in the city center, which is an advantage - no nosy surroundings, so calm atmosphere. The owner (David) and all staff are super accommodating and helpful, the waitress (sorry, don't know her name) was one of the kindest in my experience! Exceptional thanks to the owner - after a great diner on Thursday we wanted to eat there on Saturday again, and even if it was not possible that day (private BD party), David gave us his personal recommendation where we can go instead and it was also...

This pub was the highlight of our trip to Köln. We booked it for our group of 12 because it is close to the Comedy Bus bus stop. They were very full when we arrived but we were made to feel more than welcome. The atmosphere was great and we were soon part of one big party. The food didn't disappoint and the service staff were phenomenal. In our weekend we visited several of the big Brauhauses but Em Hähnche delivered the best and most authentic Köhl experience. Wishing you all the best from your Swiss guests. Thanks also for being so tolerant about the...