This chic hangout for locals and tourists alike is located right next to the famous Dom. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer a great view of passing traffic. Light fare, including breakfast, is served all day, and the menu and cuisine feature an Italian theme. It's an ideal place to relax with a cup of coffee before heading out on the pedestrian zone for a day of hitting the shops.

This café offers two locations in Cologne, and the second location is on the popular Apostelnstrasse 19. Light dinners and wine are the specialties here, and the interior features rack after rack of wine decorating the walls. Wine is of such importance here that the food is chosen to complement the drink instead of the other way around. They also serve a large assortment of international breakfasts from France, Spain, Italy, and the United States.

Located near the Ring, this local café, bar, and restaurant offers up well-prepared small meals, but their specialty seems to be drinks of all kinds. Atmosphere is clean and friendly. Casual attire.

Glamour and class dominate this café, which is located in the heart of the city near the central shopping district. There is a sweet shop housed inside this café that serves only the best homemade chocolates. Small rattan chairs and tables offer a place to sit and drink coffee or hot tea while eating small, delicate sandwiches. Casual attire.

Crushed red velvet adorns the walls of this chic and posh café. Not only do they serve drinks during the day, but they also offer regular live music and comedy acts. Located near the main pedestrian areas. Casual attire.