Eating out on Aachener Strasse and at Rudolfplatz.
Updated on
Rudolfplatz is one of the busiest squares in central Cologne. This is where the Ring meets Aachener Strasse, and the Belgian Quarter begins just to the north. If you want to eat out here, you have plenty of cuisines within a short walk. This guide shows how the area works, how best to get there and what to expect at remos at the start of Aachener Strasse.
Where exactly is it?
Rudolfplatz is the big junction where Aachener Strasse meets Cologne's ring road. The Hahnentorburg, one of the city's medieval gates, stands on the square. From here Aachener Strasse runs west out of the city centre.
North of Aachener Strasse lies the Belgian Quarter, with its bars, cafés and small shops around Brüsseler Platz. It is popular for strolling by day and for going out at night.
How to get there
The tram is easiest: Rudolfplatz stop is served by lines 1 and 7 above ground and lines 12 and 15 below ground, so you can get there from almost anywhere in the city without a detour.
By car, the city centre is often busy in the evening. If you come as a group, the tram is usually quicker and nobody has to think about driving afterwards.
What makes the area good for eating out
Around Rudolfplatz and Aachener Strasse, restaurants, bars and pubs sit close together. That makes the area ideal for evenings that start with dinner and carry on at the bar.
The downside: on Fridays and Saturdays the good tables go early. If you want to eat at a particular time, book ahead.
Italian food: remos Cologne
remos Cologne is at Aachener Straße 21, right at the start of Aachener Strasse and a few steps from Rudolfplatz. The menu has pizza from €11.50, 11 pasta dishes from €12.90, antipasti and salads, plus a bar with cocktails.
For after work there is a happy hour: Monday and Wednesday, 18:00 to 23:00. You can book online on the restaurant page or by phone on 0221 25 89 42 00.
Tips for your evening
- Book ahead at the weekend, Fridays and Saturdays fill up from 7 pm.
- Come by tram: Rudolfplatz, lines 1, 7, 12 and 15.
- After dinner, stay at the bar or head into the Belgian Quarter.
- With a larger group or for a Christmas party, send a request first so the tables are ready.
remos Köln
Aachener Straße 21, 50674 Köln
Light rail lines 1, 7, 12 and 15 stop at Rudolfplatz.
- Mon to Thu
- 11:30 to 23:00
- Fri to Sat
- 12:00 to 01:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 to 23:00
Happy hour: Monday and Wednesday, 18:00 to 23:00
Which tram goes to Rudolfplatz in Cologne?
Rudolfplatz stop is served by tram lines 1 and 7 above ground and 12 and 15 below ground.
Where can I eat Italian at Rudolfplatz?
For example at remos Cologne, Aachener Straße 21, 50674 Cologne, right at the start of Aachener Strasse. There is pizza, pasta, antipasti and a bar.
Can I book remos Cologne online?
Yes. You can book directly online on the remos Cologne restaurant page, or by phone on 0221 25 89 42 00.
Is there a happy hour on Aachener Strasse?
At remos Cologne, happy hour is Monday and Wednesday, 18:00 to 23:00.
