I was there with my friends. This place is good for eating in groups so that you can share the platters. Food were very tasty. They have vegetarian friendly recipes as well. The place is easily accessible by public transport. Their roasted coffee is added attraction for coffee lovers

Each took a mixed plate per person and it was delicious, especially the meat, lamb and chicken! Had juice with it, which was very delicious as well!

(Translated by Google) First of all, I tried to make reservations through the website. "That's useless, nobody's ever looking at it" explains the friendly woman on the phone two weeks later. On site, the service is friendly and relaxed. Even on this stormy Sunday evening, it quickly gets full in the Fasika. It is my first contact with Ethiopian cuisine. I start with "Sanbussa" (filled pastry with minced beef & vegetables), followed by the plate for one person. There are different kinds of meat and vegetables on a kind of pancake, all well seasoned. One eats with the right hand, the fingers are washed in provided bowls with lemon water. Hereby, and when dealing with the pancake, with which one touches the food and wipes, I feel (clearly recognizable as Newbie) left alone. A brief introduction would have had style. (Original) Zunächst habe ich versucht, über die Website zu reservieren. "Das ist sinnlos, da guckt nie jemand drauf" erklärt mir zwei Wochen später die freundliche Frau am Telefon. Vor Ort ist der Service freundlich und entspannt. Auch an diesem stürmischen Sonntagabend wird es schnell voll im Fasika. Es ist mein erster Kontakt mit äthiopischer Küche. Ich starte mit "Sanbussa" (Gefülltes Teiggebäck mit gehacktem Rindfleisch & Gemüse), gefolgt von der Platte für eine Person. Auf einer Art Pfannkuchen gibt es verschiedene Fleisch - und Gemüsesorten, alles durchweg gut gewürzt. Man isst mit der rechten Hand, die Finger wäscht man in bereitgestellten Schälchen mit Zitronenwasser. Hiermit, und beim Umgang mit dem Pfannkuchen, mit dem man die Speisen anfasst und aufwischt, fühle ich mich (eindeutig als Newbie erkennbar) allein gelassen. Eine kurze Einweisung hätte Stil gehabt.

(Translated by Google) Delicious. Something completely different and I was very excited. Great restaurant, great value for money. (Original) Sehr lecker. Mal was ganz anderes und ich war sehr begeistert. Klasse Restaurant, super Preis-Leistung.

Food was really tasty! Fun experience. They made us a vegan platter to share

(Translated by Google) This is a good traditional Ethiopian restaurant, my family and I loved it! (Original) C'est un bon restaurant traditionnel éthiopien, ma famille et moi avons aimé!

(Translated by Google) Nö the restaurant does not need any Dr Traditional African food !! As far as I know I live as Kölsche Frohnatur in the Federal Republic of Germany and my culture usually eats with a knife and fork !! Also on the toilet I use paper or wet wipes !! But if someone disagrees, that's ok! (Original) Nö das Lokal braucht keiner Dr Traditionelle afrikanische Küche mag !! Soweit ich weiß lebe ich als Kölsche frohnatur in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland und meine Kultur isst gewöhnlicher Weise mit Messer und Gabel !! Auch auf der Toilette benutze ich Papier oder feuchttücher !! Aber sollte jemand anderer Meinung sein ist das ok !

(Translated by Google) We became aware of the Fasika through the Cologne voucher book. It is a small, cute shop with beautiful decoration - you feel comfortable and welcome. The food was absolutely fantastic, lots of tasty spices and super good quality. By eating with your fingers, eating becomes an experience again. We can only recommend the Fasika. (Original) Wir sind durch das Kölner Gutscheinbuch auf das Fasika aufmerksam geworden. Es ist ein kleiner, schnuckeliger Laden mit schöner Dekoration - man fühlt sich wohl und willkommen. Das Essen war absolut fantastisch, viele leckere Gewürze und super gute Qualität. Dadurch, dass man mit den Fingern isst, wird das Essen wieder zu einem Erlebnis. Wir können das Fasika nur empfehlen.

(Translated by Google) Super sweet and true to style locally. Food is delicious, authentic and reasonably priced. (Original) Super süßes und stilechtes lokal. Essen ist sehr lecker, authentisch und preiswert.

(Translated by Google) Delicious food. Many possibilities for vegetarians or vegans :) (Original) Sehr leckeres Essen. Viele Möglichkeiten auch für Vegetarier oder Veganer :)

(Translated by Google) Very tasty restaurant with great dishes from Africa. Price performance is very good. While I can not say if the food was really authentic, they were by the ambiance but very authentic. Small but competent wine list with reasonable prices. Tasty and a good tip for those who want to try something special. (Original) Sehr leckeres Lokal mit tollen Gerichten aus Afrika. Preis Leistung ist ausgesprochen gut. Kann zwar nicht sagen ob die Speisen wirklich authentisch waren, sie wirkten durch das Ambiente jedoch sehr authentisch. Kleine aber kompetente Weinkarte mit günstigen Preisen. Lecker und ein guter Tipp für alle die mal etwas Besonderes ausprobieren wollen.

(Translated by Google) Tasted very delicious (Original) Hat sehr lecker gescmeckt

We got a soup delivered with a melted plastic cap inside the soup bowl and the soup all over the other dishes. I called the restaurant and first reaction was “This is not possible”. They then said they will make up for it when I order next time, no apology, also after sending the photos through FB messenger. So basically, I paid for a soup that wasn’t eatable (unless you enjoy some melted plastic), and they consider it my problem. Bad customer service. I still give it 2 stars because the other food was tasty and well spiced, but they don’t seem to care much about customer satisfaction.

Extremely satisfied with the delicious food though it took several minutes to serve on our table. You have both vegan & meat platters to share. I recommend to oder 1 person less, for 3 people a 2 platter is sufficient until and unless you are super hungry. Service is extreme slow and we need to remind 3-4 times just for the Kölsch. Washrooms are not well maintained. Overall, good to try some Ethiopian food.

First time trying Ethiopian food. Felt so homely and soul satisfying. High time that naturally vegan cuisines get more recognition rather than vegan alternatives.

As is common with Ethiopian restaurants, the injera is the standard must-eat here. We had the vegetarian mixed platter for two and it was tasty and fulfilling.

First time eating Ethiopian food. We went there with a couple of friends and we all were astonished by the great taste. A bit spicy but not too much, so gave the food a nice hot flavor. Eating with hands was something new for me and you definietly feel the food in a different way then using your hands. If you want to try something new exciting visit Fasika. Price is not to expensive, around 15 to 20 € per person.

(Translated by Google) Delicious! We recommend! (Original) Super lecker! Sehr zu empfehlen!

(Translated by Google) The friendly service was very accommodating and could remember everything without having to write it down. The food (starter and main course) was very tasty (it is traditionally eaten with the fingers, which I liked very much because you enjoy the food more). Recommended if you want to try the new one. (Original) Die freundliche Bedienung war sehr zuvorkommend und konnte sich alles merken, ohne es sich aufschreiben zu müssen. Das Essen (Vorspeise und Hauptgang) war sehr lecker (es wird traditionell mit den Fingern gegessen, was mir sehr gut gefallen hat, da man das essen mehr genießt). Empfehlenswert wenn man das neues ausprobieren will.

(Translated by Google) Delicious food! I would go back anytime! (Original) Sehr leckeres Essen! Würde ich jederzeit wieder hingehen!

(Translated by Google) Super delicious food. Eating without cutlery will turn into an event for one or the other. Service absolutely top and friendly. (Original) Super leckeres Essen. Das Essen ohne Besteck wird für den ein oder anderen zum Event werden. Bedienung absolut top und freundlich.

(Translated by Google) Very, very delicious food. Only the wait staff could be a little more attentive. We were never asked if we needed anything else. Every time we wanted to have a drink we had to stop the waitress when she walked past us. We were then given every wish and the staff was very friendly. We will definitely be back. (Original) Sehr, sehr leckeres Essen. Nur die Bedienung könnte etwas aufmerksamer sein. Wir wurden kein Mal gefragt, ob wir noch etwas benötigen. Jedes Mal, wenn wir etwas trinken wollten, mussten wir die Kellnerin anhalten, wenn sie an uns vorbeigelaufen ist. Dafür wurde uns dann jeder Wunsch erfüllt und das Personal war insgesamt sehr freundlich. Wir kommen definitiv wieder.

(Translated by Google) The Fasika is a small restaurant, it is nicely decorated and, above all, the food is delicious. You eat with your fingers, but you can also get cutlery. But the experience is nicer if you eat traditionally. Under no circumstances should you reject the small coffee that is freshly roasted and prepared in the restaurant. A fine pleasure. Conclusion: We will definitely be back. (Original) Das Fasika ist ein kleines Restaurant, es ist hübsch dekoriert und vor allem ist das Essen sehr lecker. Gegessen wird mit den Fingern, man kann sich aber auch Besteck geben lassen. Das Erlebnis ist aber schöner, wenn man traditionell isst. Auf keinen Fall ablehnen sollte man den kleinen Kaffee, der im Restaurant frisch geröstet und zubeteitet wird. Ein feiner Genuss. Fazit: Auf jeden Fall kommen wir wieder.

(Translated by Google) Very delicious food ... Friendly staff .... good prices .... Reserve a table! (Original) Sehr Leckeres Essen... Freundliche Mitarbeiter....gute Preise....Tipp- Tisch Reservieren!

(Translated by Google) Very tasty food and very friendly service (Original) Sehr leckeres Essen u sehr freundliche Bedienung

(Translated by Google) The different food but delicious. (Original) Das etwas andere Essen aber super lecker.

(Translated by Google) Very delicious African food. And it is worth trying the beer. The beer is offered in different types and flavors. (Original) Sehr leckeres afrikanisches Essen. Und es lohnt sich das Bier zu probieren. Das Bier wird in verschiedenen Sorten und Geschmacksrichtungen angeboten.

(Translated by Google) Eaten really well. Were pleasantly impressed (Original) Wirklich gut gegessen. Waren angenehm beeindruckt

(Translated by Google) find the inn to be irrelevant for all sorts of occasions, be it with a partner, friends or family. I found the bid extremely appealing. I would be happy to come here with my business partners and can rely on being looked after in a masterly manner. I can say that nothing has disappointed us so far! It was a success in my mouth every time. (Original) finden das Gasthaus zeitgemäß für allerlei Anlässen unerheblich ob mit Lebensgefährte, Freunden oder Familie.Ich fand das Gebot überaus ansprechend. Gerne komme meine Wenigkeit da mit meinen Geschäftspartnern her und kann mich darauf verlassen meisterhaft betreut zu werden.Ich kann sagen, solange bis jetzt hat uns noch nichts enttäuscht! Es war jedes Mal eine Erfolg in meinem Mund.

(Translated by Google) Very cute, quiet location Very good and tasty vegan options (Original) Sehr niedliche ruhige Location Sehr gute und leckere vegane Optionen

(Translated by Google) Everything was perfect! As vegans completely got our money's worth :) Super delicious food, personable, capable service staff and just a really nice atmosphere. Will be back and can only make a recommendation :) (Original) Alles perfekt gewesen! Als VeganerInnen komplett auf unsere Kosten gekommen :) Super leckeres Essen, sympathische, fähige Servicekraft und einfach ein total schönes Ambiente. Kommen wieder und können nur ne Empfehlung aussprechen :)

(Translated by Google) Ate Ethiopian food for the first time and loved it. Small but very nice restaurant. Nice staff and something different to eat than usual, but still super tasty, maybe a little hotter than usual (Original) Erstes Mal äthiopischs Essen gegessen und war begeistert. Kleines aber sehr schönes Restaurant. Nettes Personal und ein etwas anderes essen als gewohnt aber trotzdem super lecker , vielleicht etwas schärfer als sonst

(Translated by Google) Discovered in the course of a "culinary world tour" (culture clique). Lovingly furnished, small restaurant, in which you can dine perfectly Ethiopian. The family business goes to great lengths to ensure that the guest lacks nothing. The injera bread is a sensation (and is also sold to take away)! The lamb served on top and the various vegetables were very finely seasoned. You can also choose from a wide range of drinks (exotic beers for Europeans, KiBa-like cocktails, heavy, sweet mead). If you like Ethiopian food, you can't avoid it here. Clear recommendation! (Original) Entdeckt im Zuge einer "Kulinarischen Weltreise" (Kulturklüngel). Liebevoll eingerichtetes, kleines Restaurant, in dem es sich hervorragend äthiopisch speisen lässt. Der Familienbetrieb gibt sich viel Mühe, dass es dem Gast an nichts mangelt. Das Injera-Brot ist eine Sensation (und wird auch zum Mitnehmen verkauft)! Das darauf servierte Lammfleisch und die verschiedenen Gemüse waren sehr fein abgeschmeckt. Dazu kann man aus einem vielfältigen Getränkeangebot (für Europäer exotische Biersorten, KiBa-ähnlicher Cocktail, schwerer, süßer Honigwein) wählen. Wer äthiopisches Essen mag, kommt hier nicht dran vorbei. Klare Empfehlung!

(Translated by Google) African pleasure. Been here the second time and it was, at least, as tasty as the first time. So far I have ordered '' Injera '' (the traditional sourdough bread) with a side dish. There are of course alternatives such as B. '' Rice ''. Clear recommendation. (Original) Afrikanischer Genuss. Bereits das zweite Mal hier gewesen und es war, mindestens, so lecker wie das erste Mal. Ich habe bislang ''Injera'' (das traditionelle Sauerteigbrot) mit Beilage bestellt. Es gibt natürlich auch Alternativen wie z. B. ''Reis''. Klare Empfehlung.

(Translated by Google) Top ... The dessert is a dream. (Original) Top... Der Nachtisch ein Traum.

(Translated by Google) I've been there quite a lot and can only say .... it's delicious every time! Can highly recommend the lamb (tibs), although I'm not really a fan of lamb! Relaxed music from Ethiopia in the background is also part of the beautiful decoration. Once a week there is even a "coffee ceremony" there. Whether with friends, family or alone, it's worth it. (Original) Ich war schon ziemlich oft dort und kann nur sagen....es ist jedes Mal sehr lecker! Kann das Lammfleisch (Tibs) dort sehr empfehlen, obwohl ich eigentlich kein Fan von Lammfleisch bin! Zu der schönen Dekoration läuft auch noch entspannte Musik aus Äthiopien im Hintergrund. Ein mal die Woche gibt es dort sogar eine "Kaffee Zeremonie". Ob mit Freunden, Familie oder alleine, es lohnt sich.

I just find the foods were good .One of the waitress evenif she seems like new she tries her best to satisfity us but the other girl her treatment depends on the people she knew or other criteria I don't know but she has to improve her hospitality how to treat her guests equally.

We’ve been coming here since 2012. Quality of food hasn’t changed, and that’s what’s making us come back regularly. They’re consistent. The restaurant has improved, though. I’d say it’s much brighter and livelier now than before. And the owner is amazing. He’d really go out of his way to make each client satisfied. Kudos to the team and more power!

(Translated by Google) Delicious! (Original) Sehr lecker!

The food is absolutely fantastic. The place is cozy and clean. It was worth the trip I made.

Delicious vegan food and incredible vegan dessert.

Good portions, atmosphere, a little bit busy but food was worth the wait

Was on a holiday and was brought for dinner by my friend.Lovely ambience and delicious food! Service was excellent and staffs very all very friendly.Would highly recommend and visit again.

One of my most favorite restaurants in cologne! Always a pleasure! Such friendly staff and amazing food! Thank you so much!

Excellent food, super tasty flavors that really triggered our senses. I will go back to try more dishes! The wine was also excellent and fitted perfectly with the food. A amazing discovery!

I love the big plates to share where different vegetables, sauces and meat are served on a big plate covered with thin sourdough bread. Nice sharing experience with a group of people.

Very yummy food & fantastic coffee ceremony 🙂

Awesome food and great options for vegetarians. We had to wait a bit, since there was only one waitress but since it's a fairly small restaurant it wasn't to bad. Very friendly staff and even the chef said hello. Would definitely come back

Great service and good Ethiopian food

I was very pleasantly surprised when trying out food here. I would most defintly recommend trying it out!

(Translated by Google) I am happy to come here for my part here with my relatives and can rely on being served brilliantly. It is consistently fine and we had a wonderful evening here. I usually did not want to share the dessert with my brother anymore. We have learned from this for the future and will order a dessert every time we visit each other. We find the restaurant contemporary for all occasions - whether with a colleague, friends or clan ;-). (Original) Gerne komme ich für meinen Teil hier mit meinen Verwandten her und kann mich darauf verlassen bravourös bedient zu werden. Es ist durchgehend fein und wir hatten hier einen herrlichen Abend. Ich wollte den Dessert meist gar nicht mehr mit meinem Bruder teilen. Unsereins haben für die Zukunft daraus gelernt und werden beim nächsten Besuch jeder eine Nachtisch bestellen. Wir finden das Restaurant zeitgemäß für sämtlichen Anlässen — egal ob mit Kollege, Freunden oder Sippe ;-).

Great food, authentic atmosphere and friendly service. Loved it!

(Translated by Google) Authentic atmosphere, delicious food. Keep it up! (Original) Authentische Atmosphäre, leckeres Essen. Weiter so!

(Translated by Google) Very good food!! (Original) Sehr gutes Essen!!

(Translated by Google) great (Original) Super

(Translated by Google) Delicious (Original) Sehr lecker

(Translated by Google) We spent a wonderful evening! The food was delicious and prepared great. (Original) Wir haben einen wunderschönen Abend verbracht! Das Essen war sehr lecker und toll zubereitet.

(Translated by Google) The food was great. Good portion, not too expensive. Exciting spiced! Come back for sure! (Original) Das Essen war großartig. Gute Portion, nicht zu teuer. Spannend gewürzt! Komme sicher wieder!

(Translated by Google) I have been here several times. Always excellent food. Eating here with your hands makes lunch an experience. You eat much more consciously and slowly. The atmosphere here is very relaxed. (Original) Ich war schon mehrmals hier. Immer wieder hervorragendes essen. Dass hier mit den Händen gegessen wird macht das Mittagessen zu einem Erlebnis. Man isst viel bewusster und langsamer. Sie Atmosphäre hier ist sehr entspannt.

(Translated by Google) It was good to eat anjera but I think that one time only was driving (Original) Es war gut anjera zu essen aber glaube ich dass einmaliger fahren war nur

Lovely service but not my favourite food

(Translated by Google) Tastes! (Original) Schmeckt!

Excellent Ethiopian restaurant. Don't forget to have their homemade Ethiopian coffee.

Food is ok, the service not so good ?

Nice restaurant and the food is really excellent! Would recommend to anyone!

Delicious dishes and an amazing decor!

Nice Ethiopian dishes customized to German customers

Great food feels authentic

Injera worth trying.

Great food, great service!

(Translated by Google) Great authentic restaurant with a very good kitchen! (Original) Tolles authentisches Restaurant mit einer sehr guten Küche!

(Translated by Google) Very, very tasty. I can only recommend it (Original) Sehr sehr lecker. Nur zu empfehlen

(Translated by Google) Delicious meal. Great atmosphere and very courteous staff (Original) Leckeres essen. Tolle Athmosphäre und sehr zuvorkommendes Personal

(Translated by Google) Delicious food and friendly staff! (Original) Sehr leckeres Essen und freundliches Personal!

(Translated by Google) I can only recommend very tasty food and friendly service. (Original) Sehr leckeres Essen und freundliche Bedienung, kann ich nur weiter empfehlen.

Delicious dishes, copious engera friendly host. Must come back soon

👍👍👍

(Translated by Google) The food tastes very good, nice staff, very nice owner, I can only recommend 🥂 (Original) Das Essen Schmeckt sehr gut nette Personal sehr netter inhaber ich kann nur weiter empfehlen 🥂

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately I didn't like it at all. The flesh was full of tendons. (Original) Mir hat es leider gar nicht geschmeckt. Das Fleisch war voller Sehnen.

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately wrong information in the menu, allergy sufferers must be very careful here! For example, the starter dumplings with lentils is declared vegan, but unfortunately my allergic reaction clearly showed that there was egg in the dough! Something like that doesn't work and can be life-threatening. Unfortunately, the staff reacted relatively indifferently to my advice in this regard. So I won't go to this place anymore. Otherwise the food didn't taste that good compared to other Ethiopian restaurants. (Original) Leider falsche Angaben in der Speisekarte, Allergiker müssen hier sehr vorsichtig sein!! Beispielsweise wird die Vorspeise Teigtaschen mit Linsen als vegan deklariert, leider zeigte aber meine allergische Reaktion ganz klar, dass Ei im Teig enthalten war! Sowas geht gar nicht und kann lebensgefährlich sein. Leider reagierte das Personal relativ gleichgültig auf meinen Hinweis diesbezüglich. Werde dieses Lokal daher nicht mehr aufsuchen. Auch sonst schmeckte das Essen im Vergleich zu anderen äthiopischen Restaurants nicht so gut.

(Translated by Google) Super tasty vegetarian food! Belongs to my absolute favorite restaurants in Cologne. Price-performance is great, we always have the rest packed up because there is so much and injera is always included. I can only recommend. (Original) Super leckeres vegetarisches Essen! Gehört zu meinen absoluten lieblings Restaurants in Köln. Preis Leistung ist Top, wir lassen uns immer den Rest einpacken weil's so viel ist und es wird immer noch Injera mit dabei gelegt. Kann ich nur weiter empfehlen.

(Translated by Google) Very authentic, food really with original ingredients and perfectly prepared, super friendly service, pleasant atmosphere. (Original) Sehr authentisch, Essen wirklich mit Original Zutaten und perfekt zubereitet, super freundlicher Service, angenehme Atmosphäre.

(Translated by Google) Everything very tasty. Very nice service. (Original) Alles sehr lecker. Sehr nette Bedienung.

(Translated by Google) Super nice restaurant. Nicely decorated, nice service, long opening hours, culinary and cultural very unusual (it is eaten with your hands). In addition, nice vegan selection of food. I will definitely go back. The tomato soup was unfortunately very spicy for my taste, which was not noted in the menu. (Original) Super nettes Restaurant. Schön eingerichtet, nette Bedienung, lange Öffnungszeiten, kulinarisch und kulturell sehr ausgefallen (es wird mit den Händen gegessen). Außerdem nette vegane Auswahl an Speisen. Ich werde auf jeden Fall wieder hingehen. Die Tomatensuppe war leider sehr scharf für meinen Geschmack, was nicht in der Speisekarte vermerkt war.

(Translated by Google) Very tasty, also a dream to eat to take away during these special times. Very nice and prompt service! (Original) Sehr lecker.Auch zum Mitnehmen in diesen besonderen Zeiten einfach ein Traum von Essen. Sehr nette und prompte Bedienung!

Great tasty food. The roasting of the coffee and the freshly brewed coffee is amazing and happens around 2100h. It has a homely ambience.

Great Ethiopian food and really nice staff. Highly recommend it.

This place is rad. The food is so good and the staff are friendly. Really good vegan selection.

Excellent food that makes up for the slightly heavy (but comfortable) decor. The meat is excellent as is the veggie platter.. try the honey wine to mitigate the delicious spices !

Food is authentic. A lot of vegan options... but service is super slow. If u short on time don't go there!