A hidden gem in the city center of Cologne. Authentic Indian cuisine, well prepared, friendly…read moreservice, space for even bigger groups. Lunch or dinner, don't miss it when you're in Cologne!

The location is off the main shopping area and could be easily overlooked. There is a lot of…read moreseating space and the interior is well decorated. The service was fast and friendly. I was there with vegetarian hosts so we ordered some of the veggie dishes. The food was mildly spiced as requested but not the best I have had in Cologne so far.

I got the lamb biryani, it was great. I ordered it to go and it came quick with great service.read more

Unfortunately not the best dining experience. The restaurant itself is tired and dated, the staff…read morewere highly unenthusiastic and the food was bland and spicy just for the sake of being spicy. Overall I found it to be far too expensive for what I was served (16,50€ for Lamb Biriyani that was mainly rice with a few chunks of dry lamb) and left feeling underwhelmed :(

Ich liebe Saraswathis und ihr Essen! Die betagtere…read moreBesitzerin kocht ausschließlich selbst. Authentisch (sie kommt aus Sri Lanka). Sie ist super lieb und lässt uns gerne neue Rezeptideen von sich testen. Ihre Preise sind so niedrig, dass sie kaum von ihrem Restaurant in der Innenstadt leben kann. Sie ist ein herzensguter Mensch und liebt ihren Laden und ihre Kunden. Das merkt man. Ich wünsche ihr noch lange Gesundheit und Freude am Job.

I was wondering between 3 and 4 stars. The place is very…read moresmall, you can hear the couple who run the restaurant from the kitchen. You can hear the dishes moving around. The place has a homely kitchen feel to it - but a bit shabby. The man who served us could have been more friendlier to us. That would have complimented the warm feeling of the place. That's the main reason I give 3 stars. The food was decent. The sambar is typically srilankan Tamil style. The coconut chutney was fresh but a bit dry - a little bit more water or use of fresh coconut is recommended as I suspect dried coconut were used.

Ginti is an Indian restaurant in Köln that delivers very good food overall. The flavors were bold…read morewell seasoned and satisfying and the dishes tasted freshly prepared. From a food quality perspective it definitely stands out and is a place I would normally be happy to return to. The restaurant itself is spacious and comfortable with plenty of room between tables which makes dining feel relaxed rather than cramped. Service was generally good and the staff was attentive and polite throughout the meal. One downside was that the restaurant felt a bit too warm which made the experience slightly less comfortable especially while eating hot dishes. The bigger issue however was that the server repeatedly had a finger in or directly touching the food while serving. That was uncomfortable to see and definitely not ideal from a hygiene standpoint. That said the food was genuinely so good that I still ate it and enjoyed the meal despite that concern. Overall Ginti has excellent food and a nice space but the serving practices could use improvement to match the quality of the cooking.

​Well well, they try. First of all the service is on point…read more- they are very committed​ to serving the guest a good time. Well, why I did have taken two stars? Cause even with German and English it was hard to understand most of the service people. And the food was mostly mediocre. Outstanding was the Chicken 65 that can be ordered as an appetizer. I would next time order it as a main, most likely even twice! It is that good! But we have been a huge group and so we tasted a lot of Indian dishes. Most of them were ok'ish not bad at all, but I had most of them in a better version elsewhere. So that is why I have to take another star down. which ends in a good three-star place. Nothing to be ashamed of.

We did not have any expectations coming in but the place was welcoming and the food was one of the…read morebest Indian restaurants we have ever been to. One bit of advice, the food is very spicy, even if you ask for mild. This restaurant is definitely a keeper and the goto place for Indian food.

We accidentally found this place when we were in the neighborhood. We gave it a try because of the…read morepositive reviews. Indeed, they are deserved. The food is very tasty, freshly prepared with complex authentic flavors. The owner is very caring and welcoming. It's not a fancy restaurant but you get the best Indian food in low-key places anyway. We will come back.

This place was recommended by Frau Ika a fellow Yelper in Cologne and we ended up going here for…read moredinner during my recent visit to this city. The dishes were excellent and the portions were huge. The fish curry was tasty, flavourful and had really good quality fish and prawns in it. The chicken variety plate was also excellent with tender chicken pieces coated with various flavours and cooked in the tandoor. The lamb shank I tried was tangy and tender and the Dal Makhani was my favourite. Proper black dal cooked for hours and creamy and delicious. A great place to have Indian food in Cologne. A bit pricey but well worth the money. Thanks for the recommendation Ika :-) a great choice indeed and great company.

One of the most horrible food I have ever eaten in my life…read more I had a take away and the food was a complete nightmare and a perfect event spoiler. Neither did the curries (panner tikka masala and sabzi jalfrezi ) tasted well nor did the breads( Butter naan). The breads that were packed for us were completely burnt from the base (wish i could attach the pics here) When I entered the restaurant for placing the order, it was suffocating and stinking inside. The ambience was not at all good. Dear owner of the restaurant, Yea okay your restaurant is called Kamasutra but that doesn't mean you go hanging around pics of naked people all around, even on your menu card; Kamasutra means a lot more. I would never suggest anyone this restaurant ever again in my life. Try Ginti restaurant in Köln it's much much better.

Having South Indian Roots, I am constantly disappointed by the Indian Food in Germany. This changed…read moreby eating in the cozy and small restaurant in Deutz, Cologne. The ingredients were fresh and the staff friendly and charming. The lamb khorma was succulent and the meat melted in our mouths, the sauce delicately spiced. The Khulfi was also the best I've ever had in Germany. I'll definitely be going back. Thanks Indian Masala from the bringing the flavours from Mother India to Cologne.

Most flavorful and authentic Indian restaurant I have ever visited…read more Serving takes a little longer than usual, but the food is worth waiting for! Jakob

Little details make this place darn near perfect for me…read more Location--beside the Galleria and near the cathedral. Pappadum appetizer (free with entree) with mint chutney, mango chutney and yoghurt. A warming tray to ensure your entree is as hot at the end if the meal as when it emerged. They even moisten the rice accordingly. Layers of flavor and texture. In the chicken biriyiani, cashew nuts for crunch, raisins for sweetness, whole cloves and spice oil for punchy earthiness, tender moist dark meat. A rassam like curry with long beans and peas served along the entree to provide some moisture. The mango lassi was frothy and had vibrant mango puree. Fennel with sugar and lollipops brought with your check (bill) to help you digest your meal and put out the flames in your mouth. Modest pricing paired with generous portions. And, gracious patient servers.

My favorite place in Lübeck. Amazing food, cold beer, and a staff that remembers your name/order…read more Easy to order in English and German and accepts credit cards.

Relatively big portions and delicious food. The vast variety of dishes make choosing complicated…read morebut also make it very likely that everyone can find something they'll like! Also perfect for vegetarians as there are around 20 different vegetarian dishes.

Einfach unglaublich was ich heute Abend in diesem Laden erlebt habe... Als langjähriger Kunde habe…read moreich das gleiche essen wie immer telefonisch zum Abholen für mich und meine Frau bestellt - für sie Butter Paneer und für mich Tandoori Chicken und zusätzlich NUR die Soße von Chicken Tikka Masala. Der völlig überforderte Mitarbeiter am Telefon nahm die Bestellung auf nachdem er sich noch einmal vergewissert hatte - "Aber nur die Soße, ohne Chicken, richtig?". Es kam dann wie es kommen musste, zu Hause war dann kein Tandoori Chicken (mit Knochen) dabei sondern ein anderes Chicken Gericht mit der bestellten Soße. Kurz überlegt ob ich anrufen soll, die Familie war schon am Essen. Das Hänchenfleich war aber trocken und schmeckte mir nicht, also den Laden angerufen und den Fehler beanstandet. War ja überhaupt kein Problem von meiner Seite, Fehler passieren halt. Außerdem pflegt man in der Südstadt allgemein einen netten Umgang miteinander, absolut kein Grund zur Aufregung. Man sagte mir dann, ich soll in 15min das richtige Essen abholen. Auf meine Höflichkeitsfrage ob ich das andere Essen mitbringen soll hieß es es wäre nicht nötig. Alles so weit standard. Und dann aber der Hammer... Ca 20min später will ich das Essen abholen, außer mir kein Gast im Laden, und die Chefin legt sofort los, ohne Strich und Koma - ich hätte das falsche Essen am Telefon bestellt, der Mitarbeiter ist sich ganz sicher, also mein eigenes Pech! Mir fiel erstmal die Kinnlade runter. Als ich mich ein bisschen gesammelt hatte und fragte warum sie mich dann überhaupt haben kommen lassen, kam aus dem Off die Stimme vom Juniorchef der irgendwo hinten im Dunkeln saß: "Das richtige Essen ist jetzt auch fertig, aber Sie kriegen es nicht!" Darauf der Kellner - "und wo ist das andere Essen, ha?" Ich dachte ich bin im falschen Film . Als ich dann gehen wollte, meinte der arrogante Juniorchef von hinten noch - "ich kenne Sie, Sie kommen schon länger zu uns und bestellen immer so konfus". Bin dann mit offenem Mund von dannen gezogen.

If you like to try authenic Indian food , this is the place. Delicious food and good quantity at…read morereasonable price. Best Mango lassi i had so far.. Beautiful vibe with very frindly people at Resturant.. Highly recommended..

In the two weeks I was in Cologne. This was the place to go to when I wanted something reliable…read more The Food is delicious, service is positive, and ambiance is chilled.