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Benesisstraße 60, 50672, Köln, Germany

🛍 Italian, European, Vegetarian, Mediterranean

4.2 💬 1984 Reviews
Via Bene

Phone: +492212578166

Address: Benesisstraße 60, 50672, Köln, Germany

City: Köln

Dishes: 8

Reviews: 1984

Website: https://viabene.com

"We have been to this restaurant times with colleagues and friends for dinner. The food is really good but the place is now so crowded and sometimes there is also a few musicians played contra bass etc, singing very very noisy and...this completely ruins the cosy atmosphere this place has got. We got seated on the balcony under the roof where the temperature was extremely high and very unpleasant. It has probably never been meant for being used as restaurant because the space was so narrow and squeezed so that we were almost not able to get out if one wanted to go to the restroom. It as like a seat in a theater ! We ordered a primitivo wines in normal bottles but they suggested the magnum bo...


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We came over for lunch and we left completely dissasfied. The food was bad, too salty and slightly overcooked. The service was very slow, had to wait more than minutes for our food and Minutes to get the bill! Definitely not value for...money!

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אושרי
אושרי

We came across this very busy Italian restaurant in Cologne, highly recommended by a friend from Cologne. We thoroughly enjoyed two evening visits and freshly cooked Italian food, just like Mama made, but with a twist! The ideal place to watch the passers-by and to...enjoy Koeln Italiana!


Walter
Walter

Good atmosphere but if you are on the top floor it is very hot , food is good but was let down by them adding extra to the bill , also at euro for bottle water is too much , Shane we like this...place and have been few times but we will not be going back .. why do people restaurant owners spoil a good thing with a few bad choices ..


Janek
Janek

We have been to this restaurant times with colleagues and friends for dinner. The food is really good but the place is now so crowded and sometimes there is also a few musicians played contra bass etc, singing very very noisy and...this completely ruins the cosy atmosphere this place has got. We got seated on the balcony under the roof where the temperature was extremely high and very unpleasant. It has probably never been meant for being used as restaurant because the space was so narrow and squeezed so that we were almost not able to get out if one wanted to go to the restroom. It as like a seat in a theater ! We ordered a primitivo wines in normal bottles but they suggested the magnum bot...

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  • Italian Savor the rich and diverse flavors of Italy with our menu, offering classic pasta, savory risottos, and traditional meat and seafood dishes, all crafted with authentic ingredients and passion. Buon appetito!
  • European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.
  • 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.
  • Mediterranean Savor the vibrant essence of the Mediterranean with dishes inspired by the sun-drenched coasts. Enjoy fresh olives, vibrant herbs, rich olive oils, and a variety of seafood and grilled meats.

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