Cologne Südstadt Culinary, The Food Tour
Experience the Severin district in Cologne's Südstadt on a culinary city tour with exciting stories, local highlights, and five tastings at selected restaurants.
What to order at Adieu Paris
- Must order
- Vegan döner in house-baked flatbread with grilled halloumi or seasoned falafel
- Editor tip
- Good for a quick lunch or early dinner; the seating is limited but the food is fast.
CuisineMiddle Eastern
Price€
Neighborhoodbelgisches-viertel
HoursMon-Thu 11:00-01:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-04:30; Sun 11:00-23:59
Phone015785147538
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Must order: Vegan döner in house-baked flatbread with grilled halloumi or seasoned falafel
Tip: Good for a quick lunch or early dinner; the seating is limited but the food is fast.
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