This place was so cool! It was just down the block from our place, so we decided to check it out…read more First off- this is definitely a locals bar. We were the only ones speaking english, and about 90% of the people in there were 55+. Which we actually loved, because it was still so lively and high energy! It seems like almost all of the people in there know each other and are good friends. The seating is community style, so they will just sit you wherever there is a spot. We sat with 3 other people at a small round table. The place was packed, so we were lucky to get a seat. Maybe that was because of the soccer game, but either way it is not a large place, so I could see that being the norm. The waitress will very quickly come around with some Kolsch beer, and mark your coaster for every drink you get (they will just keep bringing them until you say stop). It seems like that is all they really serve- I did not see one single other type of beer/drink being served. They serve it in smallish glasses, so it stays fresh and cold. They have one menu with about 12 different choices. I asked a local what he recommended, and he did not disappoint. We got a fried pork chop with potatoes and salad, and a sausage with a carrot/potato mash, and brussel sprouts. Everything was delicious, and the portions were plenty large. For 2 dinners and 5 beers, we paid about 25 euros. Not bad at all considering the quality, portion sizes, and friendly service. I would definitey check this place out if you are looking for a non touristy place with local charm. Oh and I would have taken a picture, but I didn't want to make myself stick out as a tourist more than I already did haha!

Wir waren gestern das erste mal nach dem Pächterwechsel mal wieder in unserem geliebten…read moreThieboldseck, aber: leider leider, es ist nicht mehr das Alte! Die Speisekarte war abgespeckt, die gute alte Hausmannsküche die immer so toll war , ist nun die übliche Brauhauskarte wie überall. Dann wurde Ballermannmusik in einer Lautstärke abgespielt dass es anstrengend wurde sich zu unterhalten. Da die Lautstärke auch auf unsere Bitte hin nicht runtergedreht wurde, sind wir dann woanders hingegangen. Schade , schade, schade...

The name can be translated as "watching the sea" and the theme is omnipresent in the bar: there is…read morean aquarium and a huge screen from where whales will watch you eat. I liked the food and drinks: you can order a set of small "tapas" that are pretty inventive, or real meals. They had a good selection of vegetarian options. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the waiters are relaxed as well: you will have to wait a bit for your order. It gets full on weekends.

It was really rainy when we arrived in Köln. This place was great. The menu was very affordable and…read morehad great vegetarian options e.g. Indian Dahl, Veggie Ravioli/Pasta and Eggs over Potatoes. I had a daily special and was impressed by the number of mussels I received. The service was nice. Don't be surprised if they tally the bill on front of you and do some mental math in order to calculate your bill.