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DER VIERTE KÖNIG - Köln

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One of the Top rated Pacific rim restaurants in Cologne


Address

Gottesweg 165, 50939 Köln, Germany

Website

www.derviertekoenig.com

Contact

+49 221 48481288

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (245 reviews)

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  • 2/5 Fraeulein R. 7 years ago on Google • 888 reviews
    I already heard much about the new place. The indian chef, which speaks some German, worked at the Capricorn and had a nickname as the 4th king (der vierte König) at his station Vieux Sinzig which later on babtized as the name of his restaurant. Not long after the opening and due to mouth to mouth propaganda as well as through his great connection with some wellknown chefs in the region, the venue managed to become popular. Probably it answered my question why the service was terrible. The waitress rejected to negociate ie. I cant stand lamb but it was the only option by the menu. Luckily it turned out in my favour. Or the other lady at our table (went there with a roundtable group) who tried to switch the dessert. The menu is pretty interesting as well as the whole concept. Too bad the combination has less taste. Dont want to become rude, but the Amuse Gaule was weird (check the photo: bottom right). The sushi-like thing there tasted like nothing. The Steak was way too stringy or tough. The Tarte Tartin wasnt better. The dough was hard n the apple wasnt juicy enough. It was even too sour. The best part was the Fish Carpaccio with its refined taste and well presented. The menu starts by 39 € for 3 courses. Water 6,50 €. I wish the (humble) chef who greeted the guests by or after the dessert at their table much luck. I will re-visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Seb M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The food is just a dream. The combination of French cuisine and Indian accents is an eagerly awaited treat for any dish. Our absolute favorite restaurant in Cologne. The service is great class you get to all dishes great wines offered the food underline. Despite all the adulation, it is not stiff you just feel good. (Original) Das Essen ist einfach ein Traum. Die Kombination aus französischer Küche und indischen Akzenten ist bei jedem Gericht ein mit Spannung erwarteter Genuss. Unser absolutes Lieblingsrestaurant in Köln. Der Service ist große Klasse man bekommt zu allen Gerichten tolle Weine angeboten die das Essen unterstreichen. Trotz aller Lobhudelei ist es nicht steif man fühlt sich einfach wohl.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ANTONIS G. 6 months ago on Google • 118 reviews
    Nice little restaurant, the food was creatively tasty with an Indian touch. Not all my friends shared the same opinion but I found it very interesting. The service was struggling (usual situation in Germany in our days). The atmosphere was nice but not something special to notice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hakim A. 6 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Fantastic restaurant. Indian chef, mixing Indian flavours with French haute cuisine and surprising his guests. I recommend the "Thali" menu where you can state your food preferences and the chef takes you on a surprise journey (9 small dishes being served in 3 courses). Good and solid wine selection.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bikramjit P. 1 year ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Highly recommended , beautiful palace with very delicious food and great service. Thanks to chef Dhaliwal-wilmes ❤️❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marco P. 4 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    This restaurant offers seasonal cuisine using local ingredients. And that is literally to take, because the chef picks up the ingredients in the forest and gardens nearby. The Indian chef, who has learned at a French cuisine, convinces by creative combinations between these two cultures. Money/value relation ist extraordinary, considering the effort and expense of getting the local ingredients, as well as the monthly changing dishes. I highly recommend this fantastic restaurant, with unique dishes. It was not by chance, that "der vierte König" was selected by various newspaper (including Kölner Stadtanzeiger) as one of the top restaurants in Cologne.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Baptiste S. 6 years ago on Google
    Good food, service, recommended
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joe S. 7 years ago on Google
    An exciting mixture of tastes well presented in a fine room by a motivated team. After some fine tuning 5 stars would be well earned.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christine H. 4 years ago on Google
    Visiting from the UK the food was great set Indian menu excellent service and sat outside in the garden area recommend visiting.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charlotte G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super nice restaurant with great attention to detail. The food has star level. In addition there are fantastic wines and a nice service. For every special occasion exactly the right restaurant! The combination of French and Indian cuisine sounds at first getting used to, but is a wonderful taste experience! The cooking classes are great too! We always like to come over! (Original) Super schönes Restaurant mit viel Liebe zum Detail. Das Essen hat Sterne-Niveau. Dazu kommen fantastische Weine und eine nette Bedienung. Für jeden besonderen Anlass genau das richtige Restaurant! Die Kombination aus französischer und indischer Küche hört sich im ersten Moment gewöhnungsbedürftig an, ist aber ein wunderbares Geschmackserlebnis! Auch die Kochkurse sind ganz toll! Wir kommen immer wieder gerne vorbei!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ricarda 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We recommend! Creative, quality dishes, friendly people. Always worth a visit! (Original) Sehr zu empfehlen! Kreative, hochwertige Gerichte, freundliche Menschen. Immer einen Besuch wert!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Friedrich G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Both the ambience and the food a restaurant in a class of its own. You can tell that the chef (and owner) has learned in the best houses. It is worth it .. (Original) Sowohl vom Ambiente als auch vom Essen ein Restaurant der Extraklasse. Man merkt, dass der Koch (und Eigentümer) in den besten Häusern gelernt hat. Es lohnt sich.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Perlhund Fair F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) All-round perfect, beyond that dreamlike: Flavor explosions in every dish Thanks to the enchanting Indian spices that make each course something unique. The secluded terrace under large umbrellas, shielded from the road by tall laurel bushes, contributes to the absolute well-being. And the very friendly and attentive staff was just unbeatable. The head of the house, Jaspreet Dhaliwal, personally came to inquire if we are satisfied. Of course, we were completely charmed! (Original) Rundum perfekt, darüber hinaus traumhaft: Geschmacksexplosionen bei jedem Gericht Dank der bezaubernden indische Gewürze, die jeden Gang zu etwas einmaligem machen. Die lauschige Terrasse unter großen Sonnenschirmen, durch hohe Lorbeersträuche von der Straße abgeschirmt, trägt zum absoluten Wohlsein bei. Und das sehr freundliche und aufmerksame Personal war einfach unschlagbar. Der Chef des Hauses, Jaspreet Dhaliwal, kam sich persönlich erkundigen, ob wir zufrieden sind. Natürlich, wir waren völlig bezaubert!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iris B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We were there for the first time yesterday and ate wonderfully on the enchanting outdoor terrace in the evening light. The food was excellent and we enjoyed sitting here at the table, which was set up a table for the guests with great attention to detail. (Original) Wir waren gestern zum 1. Mal dort und haben auf der zauberhaften Außenterrasse im Abendlicht wunderbar gegessen. Das Essen war hervorragend und wir haben es genossen hier an dem Tisch Platz zu nehmen, der mit viel Liebe zum Detail ein Tisch für die Gäste gedeckt wurde.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jūrgen L. 5 years ago on Google
    Top.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcus W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Upscale restaurant with excellent cuisine. The spice combinations stand out from other - also very good restaurants - and give completely new taste experiences. (Original) Gehobenes Restaurant mit hervorragender Küche. Die Gewürzkombinationen heben sich von anderen - auch sehr guten Restaurants - ab und geben ganz neue Geschmackserlebnisse.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Frank H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice service, very tasty, not cheap but justified. (Original) Nette Bedienung, sehr lecker, nicht ganz günstig aber gerechtfertigt.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very, very good restaurant, which I can fully recommend! The service is terrific, very attentive, friendly and well informed about the food and drinks. You can either order menus (different courses) or a la carte. We decided on the menus and loved it. Everything was very fresh, beautifully presented and very tasty. The wine was very good too! We had a nice evening at the fourth king and would be happy to come back! (Original) Sehr, sehr gutes Restaurant, welches ich uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen kann! Der Service ist grandios, sehr aufmerksam, freundlich und bestens über die Speisen und Getränke informiert. Bestellen kann man dort entweder Menüs (verschiedene Gänge) oder a la Carte. Wir haben uns für die Menüs entschieden und waren begeistert. Alles war sehr frisch, wunderschön angerichtet und sehr lecker. Auch der Wein war sehr gut! Wir hatten einen schönen Abend im vierten König und kommen gerne wieder!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justus D. 3 years ago on Google • 72 reviews
    Awesome food experience in lovely ambience

  • 5/5 Vitek G. 4 years ago on Google • 4 reviews
    This is one of the best meals I’ve ever eaten, and that is saying something! I am indian and I love the way the flavours are nuanced yet exciting. It’s a great combination of western experimentation with indian rooted spices and herbs. Would come back to Köln just to eat here.

  • 5/5 Jonas van B. 6 years ago on Google
    french-indian cuisine - i really enjoyed the unconventional flavors

  • 5/5 Tim R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) As always a great seasoned menu. Now of course as take away, highly recommended. (Original) Wie immer ein toll gewürztes Menü. Jetzt natürlich als take away, sehr zu empfehlen.

  • 5/5 Wolfgang F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must (Original) Ein Muss

  • 5/5 Resi K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We had an enjoyable evening in a nice atmosphere. Very polite and attentive service. We'll go back for sure. (Original) Wir hatten einen genussvollen Abend in schönem Ambiente. Sehr höfliche und aufmerksame Bedienung. Wir gehen sicher wieder hin.

  • 5/5 Nadine L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Everything was great ... service, food and location ... But dress warmly ... at Corona time it is sometimes very fresh in there ... (Original) Alles Top... Service, Essen und Location... Aber zieht Euch warm an... zu Corona Zeit ist es teilweise sehr frisch da drin...

  • 4/5 Andrea U. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fantastic atmosphere, unusual food, very friendly service, the boss personally comes to the table and asks for satisfaction. (Original) Fantastische Atmosphäre, ausgefallene Speisen, sehr freundlicher Service, der Chef kommt persönlich an den Tisch und fragt nach der Zufriedenheit.

  • 5/5 Michael W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good, but also expensive. But the investment is always worthwhile. (Original) Sehr gut, aber auch hochpreisig. Die Investition lohnt sich aber alle Mal.

  • 5/5 Richard A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Real fusion cuisine from French and Indian cuisine. Both are well coordinated. Great service and excellent wines! Certainly not cheap, but with what is offered it is good value for money. Gladly again! (Original) Echte Fusion Küche aus französischer und indischer Küche. Beides gut harmonierend abgestimmt. Toller Service und excellente Weine! Sicher nicht billig, aber bei dem Gebotenen ein gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Gerne wieder!

  • 5/5 XlXlXlX 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great food 👍 (Original) Super essen 👍

  • 5/5 Ute K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Enjoyed a very tasty and unusual menu with great wine in a nice atmosphere! An extraordinary culinary delight, the combination of Indian / French. The service was excellent and friendly. The boss asked personally if everything was satisfactory. That too is rare and a great appreciation of the guests. (Original) Sehr leckeres und nicht alltägliches Menü mit tollem Wein in schönem Ambiente genossen! Ein außergewöhnlicher Gaumenschmaus, die Kombination indisch/französisch. Der Service war ausgezeichnet und freundlich. Der Chef fragte persönlich, ob alles zur Zufriedenheit war. Auch das ist selten und eine tolle Wertschätzung der Gäste.

  • 5/5 Karl Arnd L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious, unique food. (Original) Sehr leckeres, einzigartiges Essen.

  • 5/5 Rüdiger K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting French cuisine with an Indian twist. The price-performance ratio is very good, in my opinion the three $$$ signs are not correct, more like two €€. The service is very friendly, and where does the boss come today and ask how it tasted and wish you a nice weekend? Clear recommendations! (Original) Eine sehr interessante französische Küche mit indischen Einschlag. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ist sehr gut, die drei €€€ Zeichen stimmen nach meiner Meinung nicht, eher zwei €€. Die Bedienung ist sehr freundlich, und wo kommt heute noch der Chef und fragt nach wie es geschmeckt hat und wünscht ein schönes Wochenende? Klare Empfehlungen!

  • 5/5 Melanie R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) To recommend! (Original) Zu empfehlen!

  • 5/5 Aszendent N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super relaxed and attentive waiters, excellent food, great atmosphere. Absolute recommendation. (Original) Supper entspannte und aufmerksame Kellner, hervorragendes Essen, tolle Atmosphäre. Absolute Empfehlung.

  • 4/5 S H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friends praised me about this restaurant ... everything was great except for the bad-tempered waitstaff ... Therefore unfortunately only 4 stars. (Original) Freunde haben mir vorgeschwärmt von diesem Restaurant..alles super bis auf die schlecht gelaunt wirkende Bedienung... Deshalb leider nur 4 Sterne.

  • 5/5 M.p. H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) What can you say about this? Just great! Toll abgeschmecktes food (there are various taste explosions to be expected), very friendly team. Wonderful. It is of course not for the budget conscious, but it really pays to be booked here. (Original) Was soll man hierzu sagen? EInfach großartig! Toll abgeschmecktes Essen (diverse Geschmacksexplosionen sind zu erwarten), sehr sympathisches Team. Wunderbar. Es ist natürlich nichts für den kleinen Geldbeutel, aber es lohnt sich wirklich, sich hier verwöhnen zu lassen.

  • 5/5 Helge K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Modern cuisine with both French and Indian influences - that works, even surprisingly well. The dishes are precisely composed. You eat three to five courses, plus a fantastic greeting from the kitchen and a sorbet before the main course. The menu is not very big, but offers enough choice between fish, meat and vegetarian dishes. The experience is rounded off by an atmospheric ambience and good service. You can conveniently reserve online. (Original) Moderne Küche mit sowohl französischen als auch indischen Einflüssen - das funktioniert, sogar erstaunlich gut. Die Gerichte sind präzise komponiert. Man isst drei bis fünf Gänge, dazu kommen noch ein fantastischer Gruss aus der Küche und ein Sorbet vor dem Hauptgang. Die Karte ist nicht sehr groß, biete aber ausreichend Auswahl zwischen Fisch, Fleisch und vegetarischen Gerichten. Abgerundet wird das Erlebnis durch ein stimmungsvolles Ambiente und guten Service. Praktischerweise kann man online reservieren.

  • 5/5 Leonard B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great food and a suitable ambience. French-Indian fusion is something you didn't know you needed in your life. If available, be sure to choose the beef fillet! (Original) Grandioses Essen und passendes Ambiente. Französich-Indische Fusion ist etwas von dem Sie nicht wussten, dass Sie es in Ihrem Leben brauchen. Wählen Sie, wenn verfügbar, unbedingt das Rinderfilet!

  • 3/5 susanne f. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We were there last night and were very happy. The restaurant has an excellent reputation. Unfortunately, I was personally very disappointed. The starter (pumpkin terrine) tasted like a hip glass, only the salad was ok. The beef fillet was great, but nothing special and the dessert was so-so. The staff was very friendly, attentive and courteous. Maybe we got a bad day, but this visit was far from star cuisine. Too bad. (Original) Wir waren gestern Abend dort und hatten uns sehr gefreut. Eilt dem Lokal ja ein ausgezeichneter Ruf voraus. Leider war ich persönlich sehr enttäuscht. Die Vorspeise ( Kürbis Terrine) schmeckte wie ein Hip Gläschen, einzig der Salat war ok. Das Rinderfilet war prima, aber nichts besonderes und das Dessert war so lala. Das Personal war sehr freundlich, aufmerksam und zuvorkommend. Vielleicht haben wir einen schlechten Tag erwischt, aber von Sterne Küche war dieser Besuch ganz weit weg. Schade.

  • 5/5 Bruno H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super delicious fine cuisine - with Indian spices and French recipes Great wines, very attentive service and upscale interiors. Class! (Original) Super leckere Nobelküche - mit indischen Gewürzen und französischen Rezepten Tolle Weine, sehr aufmerksamer Service und gehobenes Interieur. Klasse!

  • 5/5 Ulrich K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) French cuisine a bit different, but very good. The menus delicious and in a very good price / performance ratio. (Original) Französische Küche etwas anders, aber sehr gut. Die Menüs lecker und in einem sehr guten Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis.

  • 5/5 Jutta K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Every bite is a taste explosion. The service is great and at really reasonable prices. We are there regularly and can really recommend it. The kitchen is a crossover with Indian components, but not exclusively. Go there! (Original) Jeder Bissen ist eine Geschmacksexplosion. Der Service ist top und das zu wirklich adäquaten Preisen. Wir sind regelmäßig dort und können es echt empfehlen. Die Küche ist ein Crossover mit indischen Komponenten, aber nicht ausschließlich. Hingehen!

  • 4/5 Ulrike 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent cuisine and very professional service (Original) Hervorragende Küche und sehr professioneller Service

  • 5/5 Eddie K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super kitchen and nice service. (Original) Super Küche und nette Bedienung.

  • 3/5 Ni K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We were certainly not the simplest guests regarding our reservation and a voucher request for / with a large group. We were very accommodating with delicious food. Little things were more a matter of taste, so we let them outside. In the end, we were delicious, had a good mood and a fine ambience. (Original) Wir waren bezüglich unserer Reservierung und einer Gutscheinanfrage für / mit einer großen Gruppe sicherlich nicht die einfachsten Gäste. Wir wurden aber sehr zuvorkommen mit sehr leckerem Essen versorgt. Kleinigkeiten waren eher Geschmackssache, daher lassen wir sie außen vor. Im Endeffekt waren wir lecker essen, hatten gute Laune und ein feines Ambiente.

  • 3/5 Erweitert A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The food is very good. The guest room is too narrow to enjoy. (Original) Die Speisen sind sehr gut. Der Gastraum ist zu eng um sie zu genießen.

  • 5/5 Claudia W. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious. Great French cuisine with an Indian touch (Original) Sehr lecker. Tolle französische Küche mit indischem Touch

  • 4/5 Richard Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent cuisine, good service (Original) Hervorragende Küche, guter Service

  • 5/5 Sharon S. 2 years ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Yesterday I visited this amazing restaurant, The chef has done an amazing job creating such a diverse menu… The flavours I have tasted were original and delicious, an experience I will never forget… The ambiance at the restaurant is quite romantic and very calm, despite being in a busy street… I would really recommend paying a visit… Furthermore I would like to thank Michelle and Kurt for their amazing service.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
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  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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