Via Sistina Ristorante

Marspfortengasse 6, 50667, Kreisfreie Stadt Koln, Germany

🛍 Pizza, Italian, European, Vegetarian

4.2 💬 1707 Reviews

Phone: +492212578830

Address: Marspfortengasse 6, 50667, Kreisfreie Stadt Koln, Germany

City: Kreisfreie Stadt Koln

Dishes: 19

Reviews: 1707

Website: https://www.via-sistina.de

"The attractive features of restaurant Via Sistina are it’s central location, close to the City Hall “Rathaus” , the large sunny outdoor terrace overlooking an amazing flowery garden in a courtyard and the friendly service. The food is reasonably priced and nicely presented but it's not...very good and certainly not Italian. Our vegetarian pizza with spinach, artichoke and bell pepper – an unsusual combination contained a lot of hard to digest almost raw pepper and wasn't very tasty. The grilled fish of the day with vegetables was nice to look at but it wasn't grilled at all and the taste was bland. We have been here twice and cannot recommend this place."


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Jaanus Jaanus

Visited on Sunday the last day of our trip when everywhere else was unaccommodating this little gem fitted us in. Food was good and fairly priced. Good decent Italian cuisine.

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Diane
Diane

I went to this restaurant on a Sunday to have lunch with my grandparents. It's a nice place a bit hidden from the main streets, but it was very busy nonetheless! The staff were very nice. The food was great too and everybody gets some...bread rolls with a dip as an appetizer for free. It's nothing extremely special, but I'd recommend it to anyone!


Kajal
Kajal

We visited this restaurant after return from a football match in Dortmund. We arrived at the restaurant about half an hour before closing, half expecting to get turned away. There were five in our group. Everyone was made to feel welcome and shown to our...seats. The place was lovely and airy with large windows lighting the room. Food was excellent, and the pizza was the best I've ever had. Everyone else thought their food was excellent. Happy to recommend it to anyone in the area.


Cäcilia
Cäcilia

The attractive features of restaurant Via Sistina are it’s central location, close to the City Hall “Rathaus” , the large sunny outdoor terrace overlooking an amazing flowery garden in a courtyard and the friendly service. The food is reasonably priced and nicely presented but it's not...very good and certainly not Italian. Our vegetarian pizza with spinach, artichoke and bell pepper – an unsusual combination contained a lot of hard to digest almost raw pepper and wasn't very tasty. The grilled fish of the day with vegetables was nice to look at but it wasn't grilled at all and the taste was bland. We have been here twice and cannot recommend this place.

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  • Pizza Delve into our perfectly baked pizzas, crafted with hand-tossed dough, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of gourmet cheeses. Each slice bursts with fresh toppings, ensuring a delightful bite every time.
  • 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 Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

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  • Lunch
  • Dinner

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