The Best Restaurants in Cologne for Your next Team Event

The Funkhaus – a stylish café, bar and restaurant in the heart of Cologne – offers the perfect setting for your team event. During the day, you can enjoy the ambiance of a modern boulevard café, ideal for relaxed conversations. In the evening, the venue transforms into a restaurant with an exquisite bar, where you can choose from German classics like Königsberger Klopse to selected specialties such as truffle pasta, grilled salmon steaks, or hand-minced beef tartare. Round off your team day with creative cocktails like the popular espresso martini variations – the ideal conclusion to a successful day with your colleagues. The history of the building is also interesting: The former Funkhaus at Wallrafplatz, built between 1948-1952 on the foundations of the destroyed Hotel Monopol, was a significant post-war project. At its inauguration in 1952, it was considered Europe's most modern broadcasting house. The restaurant, designed in a 50s style and inspired by the former tea room, is characterized by tall windows, light-filled spaces, and historical WDR photos that create a nostalgic atmosphere.

The iconic Brauhaus Früh near the Cathedral is perfectly equipped for your company celebration. With its own conference rooms and dining halls, you are warmly welcomed here even with a large group – without any problems. You'll be served by authentic Cologne Köbes (traditional waiters), from whom you can also learn the Cologne Constitution right away. We have a direct challenge related to this in our game. For food, there's hearty fare and of course plenty of Kölsch beer directly from the in-house brewery.

Anyone who still thinks vegan food is boring will be convinced otherwise at Sattgrün. The diverse buffet features an impressive selection: fresh salads, Mediterranean antipasti, warming soups, aromatic vegetable curries, various pasta creations, and juicy roasted vegetables. To complete the experience, delicious cakes and desserts are also available. The dishes aren't just vegan—they're cholesterol-free, lactose-free, and contain no genetically modified ingredients. Since healthy food contributes to good mood and health, you couldn't treat your team to anything better.

Your team event can be perfectly concluded at Bier-Esel, Cologne's oldest mussel house. Starting in September, the traditional mussel season begins here, where you can choose from eight different preparation styles – from Rhineland style in the classic mussel pot to Italian and Spanish variations. Team members who prefer fish can enjoy matjes herring, house-marinated salmon, or Fish'n'Chips. Vegetarians are also catered for with delicious cheese spätzle. The perfect setting to wind down the day together in a relaxed atmosphere and strengthen team dynamics over good food.

RheinZeit offers everything you need for a successful event: a stunning location overlooking the Rhine River, a dedicated club area for private functions such as company parties, exceptional food prepared in an open-concept show kitchen, and a bar stocked with the perfect evening drinks. You're guaranteed a memorable evening with your colleagues here.

Pure. Authentic. Sophisticated. This is how this restaurant describes itself, and it lives up to this standard in every respect. If you want to treat yourself to something special, then you're absolutely right at Hase. Exceptionally refined dishes and a stylish atmosphere create an unforgettable experience for your team. It's better to visit in the evening, as what is prepared for you here should be enjoyed with appropriate leisure.

Bepi is an Italian restaurant known for its delicious pizzas and excellent pasta. Their seafood dishes are especially noteworthy. The atmosphere is relaxed and café-like, with a casual, laid-back vibe. It's a perfect spot for smaller teams to share meals—even during lunch hours.

If you're a team who enjoys cooking up your own creations, the Bowl Maker Society is the perfect spot for your team day. Here, you can craft your own soups following the Chinese street food concept "Malatang." Simply collect your desired soup ingredients in a bowl and pay by weight. Then choose one of the flavorful broths, and voilà—your personalized favorite soup is ready. Want to make it more fun? Create soups for each other! It's a delightful way to get acquainted while tackling an extra team-building challenge together.

A genuine Italian atmosphere fills this small, always-busy restaurant, which also serves excellent caffè and espresso. At lunchtime, you can perfectly fuel up here for your city adventure. As an Italian restaurant, it's worth noting that pizza isn't the thing—instead, fantastic pasta creations and lasagna take center stage. Mussels and seafood are also excellently prepared.

Ramen soups have been growing in popularity for years, and the best veggie ramen can be found at Coco in Cologne. Beyond their delicious Japanese soups, the restaurant also offers sushi, rice and noodle dishes, and colorful salads. Every person in your group will find something suitable during your visit. The comfort food combination of flavorful broth and homemade ramen noodles, however, will win over most diners.

Dining in a festive hall adorned with ceiling frescoes really has something special about it. The story behind the name XII Apostel, which you can hear about there, comes from Italy just like the food. The restaurant and its excellent dishes demonstrate an attention to detail that you will both feel and taste. Whether it's stone-oven pizza, pasta, or regional specialties, and of course good wine – your palate will definitely be pampered to the fullest.

At Hänneschen und die Pfeffermühle at Cologne's Heumarkt, tradition meets culinary arts. Located directly adjacent to a puppet theater [https://www.haenneschen.de/] (the oldest in the German-speaking world), you can enjoy delicious dishes from traditional Cologne and international cuisine. From schnitzels with mushroom sauce to hearty steaks and tarte flambée – there's something for everyone! Add a freshly tapped Kölsch beer, and your perfect team evening is complete. Whether celebrating successes or getting to know each other – you can have plenty of fun here!

The Kuchi Mami restaurant reflects a fusion of Japanese sushi, Thai curry, and Vietnamese food culture. The cooking here is excellent, and you can also pop in quickly for lunch. Grab a fresh juice from the juice bar "einfach frisch" right next door, and you'll be perfectly prepared for your journey through the city!

Sitting together with colleagues around a richly set table full of colorful Lebanese mezze, with delicious flatbread and grilled specialties, tremendously promotes community spirit in the evening. Here you can enjoy Middle Eastern cuisine with its delicious spices and pastes in complete comfort. Like a sultan in 1001 nights, you will be pampered here to the highest standard.

Korean barbecue with umami flavors, spicy Asian dishes, and the best tea – of course including matcha – can be found at Gogi Matcha. The gyoza dumplings are also highly recommended. The restaurant doesn't have a separate area for private events, but if your team isn't too large, you'll fit in nicely here. This restaurant is also very suitable for lunch.