Off Bar

★ 4.5 · 42 reviews Cologne Opened 2025

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A design-forward aperitivo bar that turns into a pop-up venue

Dark grey tones, wood accents and light installations by artist Hannah Kuhlmann set the mood near the Südbahnhof in Südstadt. Cocktails come from the Toddy Tapper crew, a well-known name on Cologne's bar scene, backed by a wine list and a daily spritz happy hour.

The room doubles as a small stage on top of regular bar service, hosting food pop-ups and intimate concerts between service.

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Maximilian Rudolf 94 reviews · Local Guide · translated 17 May 2026

A must-do when we're in Cologne. Good music, nice people, and top-notch staff.
Rogier The 5 reviews 11 July 2025

Really cool new place in Köln, the atmosphere and look of the place is unique and fits Köln perfectly, don’t skip on their food either! Highly recommended
MADDOGLEP 2,256 reviews · Local Guide 30 April 2025

Almost missed this bar that sits on the very busy Luxemberger Str opposite the railway. Watch trains, trams and all types if road vehicles go by. A small amount of pavement seating. I am on another Gaffle Kölsch. Paulicarus and Boothroyd trying a Limoncello Spritz. A younger persons bar, opens late. Very dark interior, bring a torch.
pamina 14 reviews · Local Guide · translated 11 April 2025

My favorite spot in Cologne! I love the food, it's incredibly good! The drinks, music, and atmosphere are also top-notch! There's no comparable place in the city. Definitely go on Thursdays or Fridays, they cook amazing food, a real hidden gem :) 🌹
Alexander Etspüler 31 reviews · Local Guide 29 March 2025

Lovely location. The night I have been there, it was crowded in and outside. Even though that was good for the atmosphere, the staff was not able to keep up the pace with the incoming orders, kitchen and bar alike. We haven’t been in a hurry but to wait more than half an hour for drinks and more than an hour for small bar dishes was too long. Nevertheless I will give the place another shot.