OX Royal — Restaurant in Cologne

I came here with my boyfriend on holiday for a lovely romantic meal. We were hugely dissatisfied. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a friendly manor, and shown to a nicely displayed table. At first, we agreed it was a warm welcoming and nice atmosphere. We ordered the baby squid and octopus starters. The squid was massively under seasoned and tasted of absolutely nothing. Even with salt, it added no flavour to the dish. 1.5/10. The octopus was definitely better. It looked better upon arrival, however, did not taste fresh and was also very bland. Unsatisfied, 3/10.

The main course:

We were very encouraged to order the chateaubriand, the waiter was very enthusiastic that this was the best option on the menu, and so we went with this as our choice. It was awful. The steak came on a sizzling plate and still became cold within minutes. Absolutely no texture. No blood. No flavour. Again, even with salt/sauce the steak was appalling. The vegetables served alone side with this €126 plate, was cold, bland and unenjoyable.

We had ordered a very overpriced Sauvignon Blanc, after tasting a sip, we commented on it being a bit sweet. The waiter disagreed and mentioned it being ‘fruity’, he continued to pour the glasses. The wine was the only decent component of this meal. After a few minutes or so, we had to pour our own empty glasses as our designated waiter was catering to the table next to us more, ( a more popular and busy table with an obviously higher paying bill)

At the point of paying our bill we displayed our concerns and issues, our waiter mentioned not always being perfect in the chef department and paid no remorse to our unsatisfactory meal. We had to pay the full price of €234 for 4 whole courses and wine in total and were absolutely astonished that we received no compensation for the appalling and utterly overpriced meal we partly consumed.

This is our personal experience and we would not suggest a visit to this restaurant unless you would like an overpriced and plain tasting meal in the heart of...

We stopped at the OX Royal for dinner on the first night of a weekend trip to Cologne. It’s a little way out of the city centre, but easily accessible by tram. I can certainly say, it’s worth the little extra effort.

The restaurant is located in a beautiful setting on the banks of the Rhine River, and it offers stunning views of the city skyline. It’s got a lovely warm and welcoming ambience, and we were seated in a wonderful table by the windows overlooking the river.

As soon as we walked through the front door, we were greeted with a warm welcome and very friendly service. Goran, as well as all the front of house team, gave us exemplary service – they were all truly fantastic.

The menu at OX Royal features a variety of high-quality steaks, as well as other meat and seafood dishes. I started with the goats cheese salad, which was delicious, and for main course I had the Wagyu steak. The steak was cooked to perfection, and served with a variety of delicious sides. For dessert we shared a chocolate fondant which was absolutely sublime – true chocolate heaven.

I can see why OX Royal has such fantastic reviews on Google and TripAdvisor. The food is excellent, the service is wonderful, and the atmosphere is elegant and sophisticated. I highly recommend OX Royal to anyone looking for a special dining...

The service at Ox Royal is impeccable, with a special mention to Goran. From the moment we arrived, Goran welcomed us with a warm smile and a friendly demeanor. He was incredibly kind and attentive, making excellent recommendations that enhanced our dining experience. His expertise and personable nature made us feel valued and well taken care of throughout the evening.

The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the steak. Cooked to perfection, it was tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The quality of the meat was evident in every bite, making it one of the best steaks we've ever had. Goran's recommendations for side dishes and wine pairings complemented the steak beautifully, creating a harmonious and delicious meal.

Ox Royal offers a top-notch dining experience with its beautiful ambiance, exquisite cuisine, and outstanding service. Goran's kindness and expertise were the icing on the cake, making our visit truly memorable. If you're looking for a place to enjoy a fantastic steak and be treated like royalty, Ox Royal is the...