I've been to some Russian Restaurants in Cologne n this one is the least recommended one. The food is okay but I know much better places. Price n Service ok.

Came across the Dostoevsky restaurant by chance, stopped in and didn't regret it. I got to know Eastern European cuisine for the first time and found it to be extremely tasty. There is something for everyone, including vegan dishes. Super nice service. Really good value for money, we would love to come back. We've been there again and the food is just a dream, so delicious. I'm already looking forward to our next visit.

I was here twice, and I’m very satisfied with food, service and atmosphere. “Iconic” dishes for Russians as борщ (Borscht soup), солянка (Solyanka soup), пельмени (small dumplings), сельдь под шубой (a salad with herring) and оливье (Olivier salad or Russian salad) were very good and very tasty as it should be 👌🏻 The only thing is missed for summer menu from my point of view is окрошка (с квасом!). The highlight of the interior are pillows with kittens 😺 The staff is very nice as well. In conclusion: a must visit place for everyone who wants to try Russian cuisine or who misses it time to time as I do :) Спасибо!

(Translated by Google) The yawning emptiness in this place should have been a warning signal. Nevertheless, we dared to look for a place. Right from the start, this place thrilled with floating dirt in the beer. Upon request, to replace this, the beer was found to be good after an odor test by the waitress. Although he offered an exchange, presented a bottle with the offer to use it, but used the trick of every experienced restaurateur and tapped a new head of foam from the system onto the old beer. After this disappointment, the food was delivered fairly quickly, hence one more star. I then discovered the next highlight: a hair in my food should further stimulate my appetite. After years of working in gastronomy, I can officially choose this restaurant as the worst place I have ever visited. It even led me to write a review. (Original) Die gähnende Leere in diesem Lokal, hätte eigentlich ein Warnsignal sein sollen. Dennoch wagten wir die Platzsuche. Gleich am Anfang begeisterte dieser Ort mit schwimmendem Dreck im Bier. Auf Anfrage dieses auszutauschen, wurde, nach einem Geruchstest durch die Bedienung, das Bier für gut befunden. Zwar bot dieser einen Austausch an, präsentierte eine Flasche, mit dem Angebot diese zu verwenden, wandte jedoch den Trick eines jeden erfahrenen Gastronomen an, und zapfte entsprechend aus der Anlage eine neue Schaumkrone auf das alte Bier. Nach dieser Enttäuschung wurde das Essen recht zügig geliefert, daher ein Stern mehr. Daraufhin entdeckte ich das nächste Highlight: ein Haar im Essen sollte mir den Appetit weiter anregen. Nach jahrelanger Arbeit in der Gastronomie, kann ich dieses Restaurant offiziell zum schlechtesten Lokal, welches ich je besucht habe, küren. Hat mich sogar zum Bewertung schreiben geführt.

We recently went here for a spontaneous off-peak meal and absolutely loved it! First of all, the price: We ended up with around €20 per person for food, drinks and tips. For what we got it was completely adequate. Payment by card was possible without any problems. The restaurant impresses with its rustic style that invites you to linger. The waiters and chef were extremely nice and took excellent care of us. Since there was probably a closed group sitting in the back area, our food took a little longer (although we really didn't feel that way) and we got a "It'll take another 4 minutes" and a small greeting from the kitchen. The main course actually arrived 4 minutes later. The food was super tasty and a real change from our usual meal plan. There are definitely adventurous dishes on the menu here, but definitely something for everyone. The presentation of the food was also very good. It really felt like the food was "cooked with love". So if you want to explore Eastern European cuisine, this is a very good place to go. :) We are already planning when we can come here again and are looking forward to the next time!

Just come back from this restaurant. The atmosphere is nice but the food hard to swallow unfortunately. I had a very old monkfish on my plade and over cooked vegetables. For atmosphere i would give 3 stars but for food unfortunately none. I choose to express my experience so the managment can become aware of the food quality. The waitresses was asking me if it was too much or not good and i said unfortunately not good....the more schoking part was that i had to pay for it...

(Translated by Google) Great food, ambience left to be desired (Original) Essen super, Ambiente lässt sich zu Wünschen übrig

We celebrated a birthday here and everyone was happy. 🎉 Good music is available and plays quietly in the background. The atmosphere is also cozy and inviting. The staff is very friendly, sweet and accommodating. Empty plates, glasses and bowls are constantly put away. 👍🏻 We can definitely recommend the pre-ordered fish platters, meat platters and salads as starters and appetizers. The drinks and food we ordered on site were quickly prepared and brought to our table. Here too, everyone was very satisfied. The dishes we ordered were generous, filling and, above all, tasty portions. We brought cake from home by arrangement. You can also order cake on site, but it's no problem bringing your own birthday cake. We enjoyed the evening and can only recommend the restaurant. 👍🏻 We were there even longer than we were supposed to be open. Thank you again for this! 😊 The restaurant does not have its own parking spaces. However, there is plenty of parking space in the area (fees may apply).

A wonderful selection of Russian, Ukrainian and Baltic cuisine. A family restaurant that is a long-standing Cologne establishment. A really wide choice on the menu with both meaty and vegetarian options, all super deliciously prepared. Freshly made Pielmeni, vareniki, solyanka, beef Stroganoff, traditional fish dishes - you name it, they have it. 👍👍

A very nice and traditionally furnished restaurant. The food is simply outstanding and the service is also first class. I can only recommend a visit to everyone.

The food was delicious and enough portion, but the service was quite slow, thought we got free shots as an excuse. The dessert is recommended to try. Must mention Schaschlik Georgien have never seen served together with a rice

Simply put - the best Russian food place in Cologne (and I've tried a few)! I had "шуба" and "пельмени". Both tasted like my grandma cooks back home. The place is small and cozy, but could also easily host a mid size party. Coming back soon to try more dishes. Can definitely recommend to all who enjoy Russian cuisine, or simply want to try something new!

Delicious authentic food, very nice service, reasonable prices. A clear recommendation!

(Translated by Google) Food delicious, priced in the upper midfield. Unfortunately we had to wait a long time. After 40 minutes alone for the dessert we were only the one forgotten vodka, which was on a tasting menu, brought. At the waiting time it could have been at least for the other guest another or another attention. The staff seemed very stressed, which was unfortunately at the expense of friendliness. (Original) Essen lecker, preislich im oberen Mittelfeld. Leider mussten wir sehr lange warten. Nach 40 Minuten alleine für das Dessert wurde uns nur der eine vergessene Wodka, der bei einem Probiermenü dabei war, gebracht. Bei der Wartezeit hätte es zumindest auch für den anderen Gast einen weiteren oder eine andere Aufmerksamkeit geben können. Das Personal wirkte insgesamt sehr gestresst, was leider zulasten der Freundlichkeit ging.

bad quality of food with hairs in it.

Totally enjoyed our visit here. Great delicious food and amazing gentle and warm-hearted service. Immer wieder!

The interior is full of little surprises and a vast selection of books, it feels like eating in a living room. The food was delicious and very authentic. I can recommend this place.

(Translated by Google) The room is for so many tables and chairs Too small. It's tight. That can eat it Do not compensate. (Original) Für so viele tische und stühle ist der raum Zu klein. Es ist eng. Das kann das essen Nicht kompensieren.

It is cosy and i found food tasty but I think that waiters could have been friendlier

Time of day: evening People: 4 Reserved?: Yes Staff: very nice waitress. Unfortunately, he hardly speaks German. The food took a very long time to be served Price range: 35€/person Rating: we each had a starter and a main course. The food was very good. Great taste.

I would say, pretty authentic even though a bit kitschig, good Russian kwas, pelemeni could be a tiny bit better, then it would be a perfect score.

Unfortunately, the restaurant looks cozier and more homely than it actually is - we were very cold and some of the guests at the next table were sitting in down jackets. Even the small heater wasn't of any use... In the dining room, a mouse kept us company under the tables. The food was so mixed, one of four dishes was good, my poor man's pelmeni tasted like fondor (or something similar) and was very salty, the salmon in the dumplings tasted old and tired. The service was super nice and friendly, but sometimes very inattentive.

Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely place!

I was here twice. First time (a few months ago) olivie and pelmeni were delicious. Few days ago olivie was really strange (with balsamic), sour. It would be better to keep original version. Vareniki and bistroganoff are good

Have been to this place twice. Both times we had rather good experiences. The food was mostly nice (except for Shashlik which was very firm and hard to chew and cocktails, which did not look as attractive, as on the picture, and mint inside looked liked it has been stored for enertiny). I fall in love with Tscheburek and Kronstadt (pancakes with beef baked with popatoes and grilled vegetables. One of my favourite dishes now! The atmosphere is nice, heard some familiar Russian songs from past, which was really nice. Some waiters could look a little bit happier, but mostly they were really friendly. Would visit again some time.

You come in and immediately feel at home. Very nice, cozy restaurant with nice staff. The food was also excellent, had an incredibly good borscht! Definitely worth a visit!!

The food was super fresh and therefore particularly tasty. The vareniki, the stuffed pancakes, everything is to die for! A great restaurant with very friendly and attentive service and wonderful cuisine! Highly recommended - I'm looking forward to the next time!

Very tasty food and big portions!

It was the first time we tried Russian food, and we all were quite amazed. We‘ll back for sure! P.S. Kronstadt was quite delicious in case you don‘t know what to choose.

(Translated by Google) We ended up by accident in a Russian restaurant and were really surprised. The waitress was attentive and friendly. The food was so good that I did not eat for an eternity. I can only recommend it (Original) Wir sind durch Zufall in einem russischen Restaurant gelandet und waren echt überrascht Bedienung war schnell aufmerksam und freundlich das Essen war mega so gut auswärts gegessen habe ich eine Ewigkeit nicht mehr ich kann es nur empfehlen

Very friendly service, tasty food. Pretty central. We are very happy!

Terribly unexciting, underseasoned wareniki.

Excellent food, great stuff!

(Translated by Google) A nice restaurant with a Russian ambience, the food was delicious and nicely presented. (Original) Ein schönes Restaurant nach russischer Ambiente, das Essen war lecker und hübsch angerichtet.

(Translated by Google) It was delicious! (Original) Es war sehr sehr lecker!

(Translated by Google) Delicious Russian cuisine. Service is also very good! (Original) Leckere russische Küche. Service ist auch sehr gut!

(Translated by Google) The situation is reminiscent of the times of Dostoevsky. The food is on top. Good service. Very unusual vodka Dostoevsky. We have never seen such a thing, have not even heard of it. But vodka is good. Will definitely come again. (Original) Обстановка напоминает времена Достоевского. Еда на высоте. Хорошее обслуживание. Очень необычная водка Dostoevsky. Нигде такую не встречали, даже не слышали. Но водка хорошая. Обязательно придем снова.

Tasty, cozy, authentic

(Translated by Google) Recently there were three and there were all very satisfied. More than ample portions, very tasty. (Original) Waren kürzlich zu dritt dort und waren alle ausgesprochen zufrieden. Mehr als reichliche Portionen, sehr lecker.

(Translated by Google) Food was a disaster, were there a few weeks ago on a Sunday, the waiter us Lustlos served, since he had to go away from the phone. The food itself an impertinence, my shish kebab with plov (finished rice) were a shame for the Russian cuisine. The commodoreiki, which had my companions, according to their statement partly still raw .. Can not understand all the good reviews. You do not see us again (Original) Essen war eine Katastrophe, waren vor paar Wochen an einem Sonntag da, der Kellner hat uns Lustlos bedient, da er vom Handy weg musste. Das Essen selbst eine Zumutung, mein Schaschlik mit Plow (Fertigreis) waren eine Schande für die Russische Küche. Die Wareniki, welche meine Begleitung hatte waren nach ihrer Aussage teilweise noch roh.. Kann die ganzen guten Bewertungen nicht verstehen. Uns sieht man da nicht wieder

Authentic food, good service

(Translated by Google) The restaurant left a conflicting impression. Russian paraphernalia and books by F.M. were added to the interior of a traditional German restaurant different languages. There were a lot of people and this is very good for the restaurant. People are different, speech is heard in English, and in German, and in Russian. Fortunately, there is no crushing loud music, you can safely talk. The menu is very strange. In the sense of a set of dishes. For example, there is no cold, but there is a cheburek. Having nothing to do with a real cheburek. I do not recommend fried dumplings either. But the soups are delicious. Morse was given two glasses, they said it was over. At 19-00, and the restaurant until 23 ??? Peerless dumplings with cherries, I recommend. I also liked the Siberia dessert. But there are no liquids, no horseradish. Our waitress was friendly and served fast enough. So there is something to work on, and there is something to save. All of the above is, of course, subjective. Come, try, make your own opinion. (Original) Ресторан оставил противоречивые впечатления. В интерьер традиционного немецкого ресторана добавили русской атрибутика и книги Ф.М. на разных языках. Народу было много и это очень хорошо для ресторана. Люди разные, слышна речь и на английском, и на немецком, и на русском языках. К счастью нет давящей громкой музыки, можно спокойно поговорить. Меню очень странное. В смысле набора блюд. Например нет холода, зато есть чебурек. Ничего общего не имеющий с настоящим чебуреком. Жареные пельмени тоже не рекомендую. Зато супы вкусные. Морса дали два стаканчика, сказали кончился. В 19-00, а ресторан до 23??? Бесподобные вареники с вишней, рекомендую. Мне и десерт "Сибирь" понравился. А вот ни наливок, ни хреновухи нет. Наша официантка была приветлива и обслуживала достаточно быстро. Так что есть над чем поработать, и есть что сохранить. Всё изложенное выше, конечно, субъективно. Приходите, попробуйте, составьте собственное мнение.

(Translated by Google) Excellent food at fair prices. Anyone will find what they are looking for and the atmosphere in the restaurant is really quiet and pleasant. (Original) Hervorragendes Essen zu fairen Preisen. Bei der vorhandenen Auswahl wird eigentlich jeder fündig und die Atmosphäre im Restaurant ist wirklich ruhig und angenehm.

(Translated by Google) Good price / performance ratio. (Original) Guter Preis/Leistungsverhältnis.

(Translated by Google) Food was delicious. Good Russian cuisine. Unfortunately, the service was very rude. That's why a star deduction. (Original) Essen super lecker. Gute russische Küche. Leider war die Bedienung sehr unfreundlich . Deshalb ein Stern Abzug.

(Translated by Google) Very nice Russian restaurant. Tasty (Original) Sehr schönes russisches Lokal. Schmackhaft

My 1st Russian meal. Splendid I like!

What a discovery!!! At the time, I could not believe that this restaurant was ranked #1 in Köln on Tripadvisor which is not always a good thing (so many scams and fakes, I reduced my contributions). But just try it and you will understand why. Top service. Authentic family cuisine.

All the dishes were very tasty combined with a wonderful atmosphere

The food and service are very good, but I found it a little pricy for what it is.

(Translated by Google) Very nice service and good and interesting dishes. Always my pleasure! We recommend! :) (Original) Sehr netter Service und gute und interessante Gerichte. Immer wieder gerne! Sehr zu empfehlen! :)

(Translated by Google) One of the best Russian restaurants in the south city (Original) Eines der besten russischen Restaurants in der Südstadt

(Translated by Google) Super tasty and very authentic! (Original) Super lecker und sehr authentisch!

(Translated by Google) Everything perfect (Original) Alles Top

(Translated by Google) The restaurant is really Russian! (Original) Ресторан действительно русский!

(Translated by Google) Delicious variations of Russian cuisine, large selection of dishes, a huge portion of caviar with the pancakes, unobtrusive music, friendly staff, and very reasonably priced. (Original) Köstliche Variationen russischer Küche, große Auswahl an Speisen, eine riesige Portion Kaviar zu den Pfannkuchen, unaufdringliche Musik, freundliches Personal, und sehr preiswert.

(Translated by Google) Outstanding! Happy, fed up and satisfied ... exceptionally good quality! Herring in a fur coat and stuffed trout were outstanding ..... gladly again !!!! The buckwheat risotto is only available here! If you want to eat Russian in Cologne then only here really authentically and warmly, as I appreciate it! Are there six stars to be awarded? And for those who find it too empty, get ripped off in overcrowded trendy shops ... a wonderful place that put a happy smile on my face and my pretty discerning friends after dinner ...... (Original) Hervorragend! Glücklich, pappsatt und zufrieden gegangen ...außerordentlich gute Qualität! Hering im Pelzmantel und gefüllte Forelle waren überragend.....Gerne wieder !!!! Das Buchweizenrisotto gibt's nur hier! Wenn russisch essen dann in Köln nur hier wirklich authentisch und herzlich wie ich es zu schätzen weiss! Gibt's sechs Sterne zu vergeben? Und wem es zu leer ist soll sich in überfüllten angesagten Laden abzocken lassen.... ein wunderbarer Ort der mir und meinen ziemlich anspruchsvollen Freunden ein glückliches Lächeln nach dem Essen auf die Lippen gezaubert hat......

(Translated by Google) Typically Russian! On the one hand that's good, on the other hand the dishes lack finesse. You can call it honest or a little clumsy - as you like. The vareniki with sauerkraut are ok, the blini delicious, the decoration with basil leaves superfluous. The Dostoevsky vodka ... well. Rather 3.5 stars. (Original) Typisch russisch! Das ist einerseits gut, andererseits mangelt es den Gerichten an Finesse. Man kann das ehrlich oder ein wenig plump nennen – wie man möchte. Die Wareniki mit Sauerkraut sind ok, die Blini lecker, die Deko mit Basilikum-Blättern überflüssig. Der Dostoevsky-Vodka... na ja. Eher 3,5 Sterne.

(Translated by Google) We often brought takeaway food and were very satisfied every time. The food is delicious! (Original) Wir haben öfter essen zum mitnehmen geholt und waren jedesmal sehr zufrieden. Das Essen ist sehr lecker!

(Translated by Google) It was a very beautiful evening. Very tasty and very pleasant atmosphere. (Original) Es war ein sehr schöner Abend. Sehr lecker und sehr angenehme Atmosphäre.

(Translated by Google) For my part, I can say that until now nothing has bothered us! It was a good experience in my mouth every time. The staff worked briskly, cleanly and nicely. The inn is easy to reach! The convenient transport connections make it possible to visit quickly. We also find the prices to be completely fair. (Original) Ich für meinen Teil, kann sagen, solange bis jetzt hat uns noch nichts bedrückt! Es war jedes Mal eine gute Erfahrung in meinem Mund.Das Personal hat flott, reinlich und nett gearbeitet.Das Gasthaus ist prima einfach zu erreichen! Die günstige Verkehrsanbindung macht einen Besuch flugs möglich.Wir finden die Preise auch vollkommen Fair.

(Translated by Google) Friendly staff.. Food is good and tasty .. Interior is a bit old-fashioned .. Russian music is playing in the background, which contributes to the pleasant atmosphere. Price in the higher range .. (Original) Freundliches Personal.. Essen ist gut und schmackhaft.. Einrichtung ist etwas altertümlich.. Im Hintergrund läuft russische Musik was mit zur angenehmen Atmosphäre beiträgt.. Preislich im höheren Bereich..

(Translated by Google) Good Russian cuisine in a pleasant atmosphere. It was a nice evening overall. Gladly again. (Original) Gute russische Küche in einem angenehmen Ambiente. Es war insgesamt ein schöner Abend. Gerne wieder.

(Translated by Google) Very tasty. Thank you. We received great pleasure. A special compliment to the owner of the restaurant. (Original) Очень вкусно.спасибо.получили огромное удовольствие.особенный комплимент хозяину ресторана.

(Translated by Google) Very tasty, authentic food in a rustic atmosphere! We had a nice evening :) (Original) Sehr leckeres, authentisches Essen in uriger Atmosphäre! Wir hatten einen schönen Abend :)

(Translated by Google) Solid delicious Russian cuisine served in a very nice atmosphere. (Original) Solide leckere russische Küche serviert in einem sehr netten Ambiente.

(Translated by Google) Very good food, very friendly staff. Price performance is right. (Original) Sehr gutes Essen, sehr freundliches Personal. Preis Leistung stimmt.

(Translated by Google) ... the food was very good, the staff is nice, but could be a little more organized. The restaurant is recommended ... (Original) ... das Essen war sehr gut, Personal ist nett, aber könnte etwas organisierter sein. Die Gaststätte ist zu empfehlen ...

(Translated by Google) Food is delicious. Servings large. Good price-performance ratio in rustic inn premises. The vodka selection is also good. (Original) Essen ist sehr lecker. Portionen groß. Gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis in urigen Wirtshausräumlichkeiten. Die Wodkaauswahl ist auch gut.

(Translated by Google) Very tasty and they are all so friendly 😊 (Original) Sehr lecker und die sind alle so freundlich 😊

(Translated by Google) Delicious, authentic Russian cuisine - mini blinis with salmon, kvass and everything that goes with it. Spassibo! (Original) Leckere, authentische russische Küche - Mini-Blinis mit Lachs, Kwas und alles was dazu gehört. Spassibo!

(Translated by Google) Everything was amazing !!!!!!!!!!!! (Original) Все было восхитительно!!!!!!!!!!!!

(Translated by Google) Repeat offender and always a special pleasure - whether Bortsch or Stroganoff ... just wonderful¡! (Original) Wiederholungstäterin und Wiederholungstäter und immer wieder eine besondere Freude - ob Bortsch oder Stroganoff... einfach nur wunderbar¡!

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately it did not start well. We come in, no hello. Then, although the restaurant was not well visited, we waited quite a long time for our drinks to be ordered. When we complained about the really dirty glass, it was simply taken without an apology. Get something new? Probably not. We hope that then the food would rip everything, but that was disappointing. Never again! Only positive, the soup was anticipated. Never again! (Original) Leider ging es schon nicht gut los. Wir kommen rein, kein Hallo. Dann haben wir, obwohl das Restaurant nicht gut besucht war, ziemlich lange darauf gewartet, dass wir unsere Getränke bestellen durften. Als wir dann das wirklich verdreckte Glas reklamierten, wurde es ohne eine Entschuldigung einfach mitgenommen. Neues bekommen? Wohl eher nicht. Wir hoffen, dass dann das Essen alles rausreißen würde, aber auch das war enttäuschend. Nie wieder! Einzig positive, war die Suppe vorweg. Nie wieder!

(Translated by Google) 100% recommended (Original) 100% Empfehlenswert

(Translated by Google) Food is too expensive and mediocre. The owner is rude and shouted at me because they can not handle the booking system themselves. Not recommended. (Original) Essen ist zu teuer und mittelmäßig. Der Besitzer ist unfreundlich und hat mich angeschriehen, weil sie selbst nicht mit der Buchungssystem umgehen können. Nicht empfehlenswert.

(Translated by Google) Nice, authentic Russian restaurant with good cuisine and very friendly owners. (Original) Schönes, authentisches russisches Restaurant mit guter Küche und sehr freundlichen Besitzern.