The 5 best bars for a chic evening in Cologne
Sometimes it has to be something out of the ordinary - whether it's a birthday, Christmas, graduation, a new job or just because - there are many reasons to celebrate and go out in style. You dress up, choose a fancy drink from the menu and have a very special evening. But where to go? We answer this question in this blog article. Together with our partner CAMPARI, we delve into the world of stylish enjoyment and present the 5 best bars for a fine evening out. So put on your glittery outfit and head out into the night!
Giglio's
We start in Ehrenfeld at Giglio's Ristobar. This stylish restaurant really is equipped for all occasions - whether it's breakfast, brunch, an aperitif or a romantic dinner, you'll be warmly welcomed here at any time and can try your way through the Italian menu: Antipasti, bolognese, tartufo, pizza (also vegan) or the popular Sunday Brunch Italiano - your foodie heart will beat faster here. Just want to have a drink? That is of course also possible - you can expect high-quality cocktails that are mixed with lots of love.
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VENLOER STR. 406-408, 50825 COLOGNE
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MO day off (except on public holidays)
TUE - THU 17:00-24:00
FR & SA 17:00-1:00
SO 11:00-15:00
Harry's New York Bar
Okay, hand on heart - how often do you go to a hotel bar in your home town? Hardly ever? But it's worth it - Cologne has some gems when it comes to hotel bars. Harry's New York Bar is located in the Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt - with its casual yet tasteful atmosphere, it's just the place to go if you're looking for something a little more special. Incidentally, the concept exists worldwide and has become very well known. Whether classic cocktails, unusual creations or non-alcoholic options - the bar mixes complex and balanced drinks that you can look forward to an explosion of flavor. The regular live music sessions are a particular highlight.
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Pipinstr. 1, 50667 Cologne
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SUN - THU 17:00 - 01:00
FR & SA 18:00 - 03:00
Pigeon Post Bar & Eatery
Pigeon Post Bar & Eatery is also a hotel bar and can be found in the Hilton. Opened just a year ago, you can expect local ingredients, Mediterranean specialties, products with international influences and innovative signature drinks. The stylish bar with its 50s and 60s retro look is equally inviting for lingering, eating, chatting and celebrating with friends.
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Marzellenstraße 13-17, 50668 Cologne
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THU - SA 10:00 - 02:00
SUN - WED 10:00 - 01:00
Laundromat
Located at the beginning of Ehrenstraße and already an institution that is part of the streetscape: Café Waschsalon. Café, bistro, pub, bar - whether you want to relax after a strenuous shopping trip or party in the evening. Everything is possible here. The outdoor dining area invites you to sit outside in the summer and at night the tables are sometimes placed against the wall so that you can dance the night away.
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Ehrenstraße 77, 50672 Cologne
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MO - THU: 10:00-01:00
FR - SA: 10:00-03:00
SUN 10:00-01:00
Piccola 216
To round off our journey through Cologne's stylish bars, we head back to Ehrenfeld. The finest Italian cuisine awaits you at Piccola 216. After all, pizza, pasta & amore is the motto - and that's exactly what they do here. Enjoy the sun outside with a CAMPARI Spritz and watch the hustle and bustle on Venloer Straße. La Dolce Vita!
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Venloer Straße 216, 50825 Cologne
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MON - SUN: 12:00-23:00
© CAMPARI
So, have you got a craving for fancy drinks? In the meantime, to sweeten the waiting time and get you in the mood for your next bar night, you can mix yourself a high-quality cocktail at home - and what drink would be better than a summery CAMPARI Spritz? Here you go:
CAMPARI Spritz
Ingredients:
3 PARTS PROSECCO
2 PARTS CAMPARI
1 PART MINERAL WATER
Recipe:
1. POUR THE CAMPARI, PROSECCO AND SODA WATER DIRECTLY INTO A WINE GLASS FILLED WITH ICE.
2. GARNISH WITH A SLICE OF FRESH ORANGE.
Et voilà, it's that quick - and you've got a delicious drink! You can find more recipes on the CAMPARI website - e.g. the instructions for Campari Spritz or Negroni. Have a look around: