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Domplatz/Trankgasse 1, 50667 KÖLN, Köln, Germany

🛍 Meat, Asian, Japanese, Vegetarian

4.3 💬 2255 Reviews

Phone: +492212701,+492212703909

Address: Domplatz/Trankgasse 1, 50667 KÖLN, Köln, Germany

City: Köln

Dishes: 10

Reviews: 2255

Website: http://www.taku.de

"we really liked eating, but were not too happy about the drinks. in the lowlands we often visit michael star restaurants and it is quite normal to order water from the hahn. the waitress said that would be possible, but we got bottled mineral water and later saw that they cost almost 10 euro per. also in a three smichelin star restaurant is the water cheaper. in the lowlands I ordered the half of the glasses of the pairing wine. that's never a problem. but at taku it is. they do not serve half glasses and the price of the pairing wines is also ridiculous. 85 euro for 6 glasses of 100 ml (and 100 ml it is, no more nips) and the pairing was mostly ok, but sometimes I did not agree with the so...


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a deserved michelin star, we enjoyed the experience. it was our first Asian inspired turn to a tasting menu. All about the experience was excellent.

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Jürgen
Jürgen

When I was told an Asian restaurant had one Michelin star I was not interested. We have lived on Penang Island for 3 years so we know some of the best Asian food in the world, and you cannot walk around Penang Island awarding Michelin...stars as This style of food changes every day. However Taku is different. Although it is Asian in origin, I would not call it Asian, but modern cuisine. The food is superb, the chef’s skill at arranging and matching of flavors is delightful. Everyone should experience this restaurant.


Rose
Rose

Does one Michelin star justify Euro 300 for 4? Maybe, but we felt underserved: for one, while delicious and accompanied by many greetings from the kitchen , the Euro 24 32 priced entrees are very small even if it were appetizers. Now, if you do not...want to order a whole 4 7 course menu, some items are priced separately. If you think you can order these a la carte think again: the rule is that every table can only order from the same 6 7 menu courses, e.g. the so called Spielwiese . Should you have the idea to order items that are marked with a price, but are from other several course menus, your order will not be accepted. Who came up with that? Finally, our server was friendly but couldn...


Jörn
Jörn

we really liked eating, but were not too happy about the drinks. in the lowlands we often visit michael star restaurants and it is quite normal to order water from the hahn. the waitress said that would be possible, but we got bottled mineral water and later saw that they cost almost 10 euro per. also in a three smichelin star restaurant is the water cheaper. in the lowlands I ordered the half of the glasses of the pairing wine. that's never a problem. but at taku it is. they do not serve half glasses and the price of the pairing wines is also ridiculous. 85 euro for 6 glasses of 100 ml (and 100 ml it is, no more nips) and the pairing was mostly ok, but sometimes I did not agree with the som...

Categories

  • Meat Explore our mouth-watering meat selection, featuring expertly grilled steaks, tender chicken, and flavorful lamb dishes, each seasoned to perfection for an unforgettable dining experience.
  • Asian Experience a culinary journey through Asia with our diverse menu. From the spicy flavors of Thai curry to the savory umami of Japanese sushi, we offer a wide variety of dishes that celebrate authentic Asian cuisine.
  • Japanese Savor the essence of Japan with our selection of fresh sushi, flavorful ramen, and delicate sashimi. Each dish reflects authentic techniques and ingredients, delivering a genuine taste of Japanese culinary artistry.
  • Vegetarian Delve into a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes bursting with flavor. Our vegetarian choices are crafted to delight both your taste buds and well-being, using the freshest ingredients to create satisfying meals.

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