Reviews - Sadaf Persisches Köln
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Last update : 06.12.2025
Very nice staff and very good food
I had a very unpleasant experience at this restaurant. First, the staff was completely unprofessional and disrespectful. We were asked to order a full meal each to be allowed to sit down. This compulsion is not only immoral, but also a form of hidden coercion. But what was most disturbing was the numerous pictures of figures associated with the oppressive Pahlavi regime that covered the walls of the restaurant. Seeing the faces of people associated with SAVAK and the crimes of that period is a reminder of pain, censorship, and oppression for many of us Iranians. Being in such an atmosphere was extremely uncomfortable and insulting for me. We left quickly and will never return. I do not recommend it.
The taste and quality of the food were truly exceptional. Even though I'm very sensitive to the smell of fat and meat, I still ordered the Kabab Barg. I also asked the staff beforehand to make sure it suited my taste, and it was exactly as they described. The meat was tender, juicy, and completely free of any unpleasant odor or fat. Be sure to try the walnut yogurt and the doogh!
We were here yesterday, and everything was wonderful. The dishes were explained to us and recommendations were given. The service was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food was absolutely delicious. It's a shame we didn't know about this restaurant sooner. Highly recommended! Note: Cash only!
There were 15 of us eating there. The first negative thing was that we were informed 24 hours before the appointment that they would only accept cash payments. Quite unusual for a restaurant on Zülpicher Platz. The service was polite and really helpful. Unfortunately the food wasn't to everyone's taste, but that's something that can be argued about. Unfortunately the issue of adding seasoning etc. was a problem, as they didn't take this into account and so the food remained bland. The prices for drinks really shocked us. They were steep. All in all the evening was lovely, as the restaurant was really nicely decorated.
Last update : 19.01.2024
The best Persian restaurant in Germany ... I highly recommend the kobideh , mirza kasimi and shiraz salad ... the smell of the meat is clean and has good...
It's more than a year since we ate there but during 2011-2013 we were there for lots of times. They know how too cook Persian/iranian food (the worst and...
Doesn't really matter if it is Persian or Iranian, the food is on the edge. Even thought the veggies appear to be fresh the meat tastes, if at all, quite...
Last update : 15.06.2023
The Persian restaurant Sadaf is not far from Zülpicher Platz. I recommend the arrival by bus and/or train, because the parking search is quite difficult here. The first impression when entering: The restaurant, consisting of a long hose, is decorated in “Mediterranean rustic style”. When entering, my eyes had to get used to the darkness. Candles at the tables and wall decorations, however, quickly create a cozy impression, and it smells pleasant, exotic and unusually undefined herbs and spices. At first glance everything worked comfortably furnished, but slightly overloaded on the second and third ... sometimes less... The restaurant was well filled upon arrival and the guests present gave a satisfied impression. Everything was so great, it promised to be a promising evening! I took place and immediately got the menu. The beverage service was promt. After I greeted my two accompaniments, I tried to put the menu in mind. It seemed as if lamb, fish and chicken were the focus and shaped the card accordingly. I quickly noticed that vegetarians apparently have to be limited to appetizers and/or desserts, because the offer about the meat-laden main dishes, which cost between 7 and 16 euros, is completely missing here. Carefully I couldn't study the card, because our waiter of the evening apparently had it very eager and asked me in the felt-minute watch with a loud, unpleasant voice, whether I finally decided... pfffffffffffffff I was never in Persia, or in a restaurant with this menu. I therefore rely on the recommendation of our estimated Untitled, and I chose the lambs. The almost obligatory “sweet from the kitchen” that were to be seen on all tables were loaded bread with a raw vegetable onion, an above-ground peperonie and picked parsley not really addressed me and “for my feeling” came quite strange. The appetizer of my two companions was served very quickly. The starter plate of the two looked really delicious, although I didn't let myself go to Aubergine and? But what seemed strange was the shell of a sapphire mussel that was decoratively reinforced with Balsamico Glace ... What kind of heavenly love had this mussel to see an aubergine tomato? The order of the ordered dishes was somewhat too fast for my taste, because while my two companions were still busy with the appetizers, the main dishes were already served. This did not come well to the cosiness and/or well-being, because I had gained the impression that everything had to go “fast, fast” here, similar to the ordering process. Well, my main dish or the presentation of my plate seemed very clean, almost sober. My lamb back was delicious, not a question, but I would have bleeded the meat a little more. Unfortunately, I was not asked about my order. The Persian rice, which was praised to me by the Untitled Presence as “special”, fell into my appreciation rather under average tasty. Overall rated my ordered dish was solid and delicious, but now not sooo spectacular... In an advanced hour we were finally the last guests. We have expressed our desire to pay. The cellar came with the bill soon. When it came to pay, it seemed like the good man had trouble diverging food and drinks. In the Generalston we were now quoted to the cash that is in the vault... we did it as we ordered it! I couldn't deny myself a “yes, sir!” My suggestions for improvement for the operators of the house: if you please take a little pressure and take out the hectic, leave the guests alone, then the visit or stay will be much more pleasant for your guests! Perhaps the desired cooking height of the prepared meat should also be required to be able to react better to the individual taste of the guests. I would also recommend closing the door at the current autumn temperatures. It is not pleasant to have to freeze at a cozy dinner. My conclusion: My highlight of the evening were definitely my two beautiful companions Untitled Sir Thomas The lack of 2 stars results from my expressed criticism or from my expressed suggestions for improvement, so for the first time I forgive good-willing star reviews.
I have no idea of Persian cuisine, but you should naturally try to expand the culinary horizon. The fact that this is only partly achieved here was not to be seen at the beginning of the test in the circle of colleagues. Because the place is beautiful, although a bit very artificial (the masonry of plastic, playful light sources possibly also) and the Perserpop does not sound too loud. On a side street in the immediate vicinity of a Persian book publisher and other equally Persian restaurants, this place is not necessarily by spontaneous running. Reserves are still useful on weekends, because within the Persia community the Sadaf is considered a secret tip. After a friendly welcome you will find the food and beverage catalogue of the house within seconds. The selection takes place in advance on the basis of the Facebook page, only Novae keeps a little behind it and is asked several times at short intervals for a clear statement. Also in the further course, our younger heat proved to be somewhat intrusive. When specifying the desired consumption, it is best to mention the corresponding identification numbers instead of trying to try the unknown pronunciation of the Zereshk Polo ba morgh (of course: chicken lobe with Basmati rice, saffron and berberitzen). Then it works with understanding. Originally there were grilled fladen bread with very refreshing yogurt and garlic-containing dips, among others in the Mast Sir variant. After Untitled's recommendation, I shared with them the appetizers Mirsa Ghasemi, a quantitatively sufficient and also pleasant arrangement of seasoned eggplants, tomatoes and salad. Then the college of lamb spear was crimped on Basmatiries and Grilltomate while it should be Ghome Sabzi. "This looks interesting," said a lady from the neighboring table. In my case, the usual hill of the Basmati rice (with saffron hood) was accompanied by a separate bowl, the contents of which consist on the one hand of a paste of beans, dried limones and herbs, and on the other hand a hint of delicate lamb of lamb. The taste is new, mild and final (see above) extension horizon, the meat wonderfully tender. The Basmati rice is here basically a "precious" apostrophized, at least does not smell as a penetrant as the perfumed things from Thailand and proves to be, tja... taste-neutral. The focus of the Sadaf and the pantry is on lamb, chicken and fish. The range of variants appears as well as the culinary sophistication, which is actually overwhelming (see picture material), but this should not be generalized after a first visit. After all, the restaurant was completely occupied this evening in no time, internationally and unfortunately also cross-brewery: Because through the open door various specimens of the annoying Drosophila (Fruchtfliege) came into the house. Even the energetic defense movements of my charming table could not turn them into fleas. A Persian ice cream very high in rose water, but under further training aspects it is worth a (single) attempt. The great enthusiasm cannot arise overall. In addition, the financial effort remained within limits (separate billing only possible on the back of the cash register) and in the Sadaf you will certainly be kind to the guests. And there are also local cold drinks. with kind regards, Mr Thomas
I have no idea of Persian cuisine, but you should naturally try to expand the culinary horizons. that this only partially succeeds here was not visible at the beginning of the test in the circles. because this is locally beautiful, although a bit very artificial (the bricks made of plastic, playful light sources can also be) and the perserpop does not sound too loud. located on a side street in a direct neighbourhood to a Persian book publisher and other also Persian restaurants, this does not necessarily live locally through spontaneous running. reservation is nevertheless useful at the weekend, because within the Persia community the sadaf is considered a secret tip. after greeting they take a place and receive within seconds the food and drink catalog of the house. the selection has already been made in advance on the Facebook page, only now is a bit behind it and is asked at short intervals for a clear statement. also later our younger warmer proved to be a bit intrusive. in the specification of the desired conussion, it is best called the corresponding kennziffern, instead of trying to try the uninhabited expression of the cereshk polo ba morgh (natural: chicken lobe with basmatireis, saffron hood and berberitz). then it works with the understanding. at first there were grilled fladenbrot with very refreshing yogurt-based and garlic-containing dips, among others in the variant mast sir. untitleds recommended, after, I shared with them the appetizer mirsa ghasemi, a quantity sufficient and also pleasant tomato arrangements made from spice-like grilled aubergine, tomato rich and salate. then the collegium lamb spear could be crimped on basmatireis and grilltomate while it should be ghome sabzi with me. "This looks interesting," one said. the usual hill basmatireis (with saffron hood) was in my case accompanied by a separate bowl, whose content consists on one side of a paste of beans, dried limons and crumbs, on the other side of a tender lamb made of lamb. the taste is new, mild and definitiw (see above) expand horizont, the meat wonderfully tender. the basmatireis is here in principle a precious apostrophized, at least does not smell as a penetrant as the perfumed product from Thailand and proves to be, tja. taste-neutral. the center of the sadaf as well as the totalpersian kitchen is on lamb, huh and fish. the varied seems as well as the culinary rafinesse ned, which is actually used overwhelmingly (see picture material), but this should not be generalized after a first visit. Finally, this evening was occupied quite locally in the shortest time, and indeed internationally and unfortunately also overcrowded: because through the open door also various plays of the nerve-drosophila (fliege) came into the house. a persian ice very high in rose water, but under the aspekte der weiterbildung is worth a (single) test. the great enthusiasm must not arise overall. The financial inmature remained in limits (separated billing only possible on the back of the cash register) and they are certainly friendly for the guests in the sadaf and there are also the usual cold drinks. with friendly greetings, sir thomas
Great food, nice staff Overall made a very nice experience and would recommend this
Near the cülpicher square is the Persian restaurant sadaf. I recommend the trip by bus and/or train, because the parking search is quite difficult here. the first impression when entering: the restaurant, consisting of a long hose, is decorated in “Mediterranean rustic style”. When I got into the eyes, it was necessary to get used to darkness. on the tables and wall fittings, however, quickly create a cozy impression, and it smells pleasant, exotic and unusually undefined crimpens and spices. on the first look everything seemed cozy, but slightly overloaded on the second and third ... sometimes less. the restaurant was already well filled at my arrival and the guests present gave a satisfied impression. everything was so great, it promised to be a promising evening! I took place and immediately got the menu. the drink service was made promt. After welcoming my two guides, I tried to bring the menu to my attention. it seemed like lamb, fish and chicken are the focus and shape the card accordingly. I quickly noticed that vegetarians must obviously be limited to the pre- and/or after-seating, because the offer about the meat-laden main dishes, which cost between 7 and 16 euro, is completely missing here. I couldn't study the card carefully, because our waiter of the evening obviously had it very hurry and asked me in the felt-mind watch with loud, unpleasant vote, whether I finally decided. I never had in Persia, or in a restaurant with this food offer. I therefore decided to move on to the recommendation of our esteemed untitled and untitled. the almost obligatory “sweet from the kitchen” that were to be seen on all tables were fladenbrot with a raw sweet bevel, an over-ground large peperoni and robust petersilie not really came to me and “for my feeling” quite strange. the appetizer of my two companions was served very quickly. the first dish of the two looked really delicious, although I did not seem too aubergine and ? which seemed somewhat strange, was the dish of a jakobsmuschel, which was isolated with balsamico glace decorations. What about celestially had this clam to look in an aubergine tomato puree? the order of the ordered dishes was a little too fast for my taste, because while my two companions were busy with the appetizer, the main dishes were already served. this does not have good to the cozy and/or comfortable factor, because I had won the impression that everything had to go “fast, fast” here, similar to the ordering shot. Now, my main dish, or the presentation of my teller seemed very clean, almost sober. my lamb was tasty, no question, but I would have liked the meat a little more “bleeding”. Unfortunately, I was not asked when I was hired. the Persian rice, which was praised to me by the present as “special”, fell in my assessment rather under average tasty. Overall rated my ordered dish was solid and tasty, but now not sooo spectacular. in an advanced hour we were also the last guests. we pressed the wish to pay. the cellar came with the bill soon. when it was about paying, it seemed as if the good man had difficulty diverging with eating and drinking. in generalston we were quoted to the bank located on the tresen. we did as we ordered! I couldn't deny myself a “yes, sir!” my suggestions for improvement for the owners of the house: please take a little of the pressure and the hectic, let the guests rest, then the visit or stay for their guests, will be more pleasant! Perhaps the desired steps of the prepared meat can also be put on the individual taste. I would also recommend closing the doors at the current autumn temperatures. it is not pleasant to freeze in a cozy evening meal. my conclusion: my high point of the evening were definitiw my two dear companions without title sir thomas the missing 2 stars result from my expressed criticism, or from my expressed suggestions for improvement, so I forgive on the first here slender art 3 benevolent star reviews.
Last update : 27.02.2023
Something else. Nice operation. Main dishes only with meat. For vegetarians there are some delicious dips and appetizers.
Top Who pays attention to quality is right here! For years already our tribal and they are always warm and friendly as on the first day.
With the Persian food in Sadat I felt moved into my Iran holiday. The ambience was very pleasant and the food was very delicious! The service was nice. You're welcome.
Ms. Seghadi is very friendly, Jürgen Kilian Siebrecht, Jahnstrasse 18, 50676 Koelnerensationdienst, MI6 Group, 00491729130848
After the positive reviews here I am here for dinner and can confirm the reviews. Had the Persian national dish Sadaf Kababababababababababab (divers meat with rice) and it tasted very delicious. There was free delicious bread and a small dish with salad. Beautiful interior, clean, nice staff and on zack.
