Manuela Tapas Restaurant - Köln

As we did not believe some of other bad reviews on Tripadvisor we just go purely based on the nice pictures of the tapas dishes we saw. We can gladly can say that this is one of the best Tapas restaurants we have seen out side Spain. Nice concept, you look at all the various dishes and tell the owner what you like to take. Nice taste nice concept nice owner Would be good to call them to reserve. Please note this is a Tapas place and can be noisy and busy, like in Spain...

I went with a couple of friends to Manuelas whilst in Cologne for dinner and few drinks. We had to wait atleast 40 mins before we could the attention of the guys at the Tapas Counter. The lady (dont know her name) but she was the only lady there was quite busy yet very accomodating. On the other hand, 2 guys who seemed new to this place were roaming around without attending to the guests. These guys were very rude and did not care at all. The guy serving the food was no less. The food served was not upto the mark and we could see the quality has deteriorated. Such a pity as this place used to be one of our favourite hanging spots in Cologne. I would now think twice before visiting them.

Yes it is a Tapas Restaurant pretty busy, loud and with tapas bar flair. Delicious tapas, sangria which is awesome and nice people. Do not judge the restaurant by the entrance Go in and have a Good Time :

Authentic tapas bar. We have been coming to Manuela for years and are always enthusiastic. The quality of food and drinks is excellent The price/performance ratio is simple. The service is simple, but friendly. You should definitely reserve yourself and simply enjoy the southern mentality.

We had dinner there last night. It was super delicious! The staff is totally nice and the little beer garden in the backyard is totally sweet. The tapas were super delicious. They're looking for their tapas at the counter, and they'll be taken to the table. Unfortunately, it is not possible to change this (also in the present time). We're coming back!