Zaman Restaurant in Cologne

"The food was delicious and full of flavor, and the service was excellent. The staff were friendly, professional, and made us feel very welcome. Special thanks to Mohammad Al-Souri for his kindness and great service. He really made the experience even better. Highly recommended, and I will definitely come back again."

"I had the pleasure of enjoying a lovely late Eid lunch at Saman Restaurant, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We ordered a mix of kebab, chicken andTurkish- Middle Eastern BBQ tellers, and the food did not disappoint. The meat was absolutely delicious – tender, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth soft (best we had so far in Germany). The chicken was just as impressive: juicy, well-seasoned, and perfectly grilled. The live station of the bread and the bread itself was something else. What really stood out, aside from the food, was the warm and attentive service. The staff were incredibly friendly, making us feel welcome and well taken care of throughout our meal. On top of that, the restaurant itself is clean, inviting, and neatly presented – a lovely spot for a relaxed yet special meal. Highly recommend for anyone craving quality Middle Eastern cuisine in Cologne. I’ll definitely be coming back!"

"Those restaurant was great, I dined tonight with my wife and friends. The restaurant itself is very clean, spacious and modern. When you walk in and see the meats, and smell the fragrances- you just know these guys know what they're doing! Service was very good! Waiters were all polite and friendly, they assisted us very well. Everything we ate, we all thoroughly enjoyed! I got an entrecote steak medium. It was VERY tender, the natural flavours were spot on, especially with a small dab of salt. The rice was very tasty, it was reasonably moist with a punch of flavour. Salad tasted super fresh! Wouldd definitely love to come back!"

"One of the best rated restaurants I’ve ever seen, and the food was absolutely fantastic. The meat was exceptionally tasty and tender, I really wanted to ask for the recipes! The kitchen offers a selection of amazing spreads (hummus, babaganoush, ..) and a huge piece of bread immediately after ordering and some black tea at the end. Truly magnificent service."

"We went to this place thinking it was a Turkish restaurant because we were in the mood for a good Adana, but quickly realized that it is actually an Iraqi restaurant. That was totally fine, and we still enjoyed the food overall. For my personal taste, the meats had too much lamb tail fat, known as kuyruk yağı. I personally prefer a cleaner meat flavor and something spicier. This style reminded me of the kebabs in Azerbaijan, which are also quite fatty and mild in seasoning. That said, the appetizers were very tasty and were definitely the highlight of our meal. What I really did not like was the table setup. The tables for two people are extremely small. Once you place a regular order, there is barely any room left even for one main dish. The meat was served on one plate and the rice on another, which made the table feel crowded immediately. A small change in plating or larger tables would definitely improve the experience. Our main disappointment was the dessert. We had specifically come from nearly 40 kilometers away to enjoy künefe and kebab. After the meal, we asked our very kind waiter if we could order künefe. He said he needed to check with the kitchen, and after a short wait he came back and told us that it was not available. That was a letdown. He explained that künefe is only served on Thursdays and Fridays. The fact that he had to double check with the kitchen instead of knowing this detail right away left the impression that availability may depend on how busy the restaurant is or who is asking. That moment left a bit of a bitter aftertaste. All in all, it was a decent experience. If you are already in the city, this place is worth trying. You probably will not be disappointed. But do not go there expecting to have künefe, even if it is one of the main reasons for your visit, because there is a good chance it will not be available."

"This restaurant is absolutely wonderful! The food is amazing and incredibly delicious. All the staff are very polite and respectful, and the service is excellent. A special thank you to Chef Mohammed from Syria It was an amazing experience, and I truly enjoyed everything."

"Very very delicious food. Please try to eat here, very delicious fresh Arabic bread and menu with many different dishes, I love the food here"

"Saman is the place to go when you are craving something rich, smoky, and deeply satisfying. On weekends they serve a special lamb dish, brought out sizzling on a hot cast iron plate, full of flavor and aroma. The mezze platter was fantastic, both in taste and presentation, with a variety of textures and bold spices. The fluffy bread was huge and perfect for dipping and scooping. After the feast they bring tea to help mellow out that workout of fat, smoke, and succulent lamb meat. It is the kind of meal that leaves you full and content, happy to sit back and take your time."