Casual fine Dining by Mirko Gaul
CALM PERFECTION
EAST ASIAN GOURMET CUISINE AT TAKU, COLOGNE
PRESERVE THE LIGHTNESS
The art of good cooking begins very simply – with outstanding ingredients. At taku, star chef Mirko Gaul shows what it can achieve with clarity, technical finesse and a bold combination of shape, colour, texture and temperature. Immerse yourself in a cuisine that delivers the maximum taste experience in an elegant setting.
STARS AND AWARDS
RESTAURANT TAKU IN COLOGNE
Guide Michelin: 1*
Gault-Millau: 16/20
Gusto: 8/10
PREPARED WITH Individuality
HOLISTIC STAR CUISINE
BETWEEN ASIA AND COLOGNE
STAR CHEF MIRKO GAUL
Our Head Chef Mirko Gaul regularly draws inspiration from Asia for his creations at taku, bringing back vivid impressions from Bangkok, Hong Kong or Tokyo to Cologne. In the preparation of his dishes, he uses various techniques of Western cuisine.
Born in Cologne, Mirko began his career in the cathedral city. After training at the Graugans restaurant and a stint at Da Damiano, he has been delighting taku’s guests with his signature dishes since 2011.
menu
Degustation
HAMACHI FROM THE NETHERLANDS
beans – chili – beef marrow
GILLARDEAU No. 1 & CAVIAR
champagne – yuzu – chives
TATAKI OF WILDSALMON
tsukemono – herb-dashi
BAKED SWEETBREAD
potato – soy – chives
* WAGYU-BEEF FROM WIPPERFÜRTH
ponzu – myoga – spinach
Breast of Challans Duck
celery – mushrooms – sichuan pepper
PASSIONFRUIT
coffee – macadamia
7 courses – 188 EUR
wine pairing – 125 EUR
5 courses – 155 EUR
* without GILLARDEAU and WAGYU-BEEF
wine pairing – 99 EUR
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT TAKU!
EXCEPTIONALLY SPECIAL
WHAT’S ON AT TAKU
valentine’s day at taku
winemaker’s dinner
kitchenparty | taku & friends Vol. 10
KITCHENPARTY | TAKU & FRIENDS VOL. 11
XMAS DAYS TAKU
Enjoy culinary festive days at taku
Treat yourself and your family to culinary delights and let us spoil you in our restaurant taku. You can look forward to the menus of our chef Mirko Gaul.
Dates: 24th December, 25th December, 26th December, 2023
Time: 6.30 p.m.
Price:
24th December, 2023: 6-course menue 375 €
incl. selected wines, water and coffee
(without drinks: 249 €)
25th December and 26th December, 2023: 6-course menue 198 €
Please find the taku menue here →
To make a reservation please call: + 49 221 / 270 – 3166
valentine’s day at taku
for unforgettable culinary moments
Though it’s a well-known saying that ‘the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach’, a true insider tip is the enticing menu crafted by our michelin-starred chef Mirko Gaul for Valentine’s Day at restaurant taku. Indulge in a glass of champagne followed by an exquisite five-course meal that beautifully captures the essence of love.
winemaker's dinner
WHERE THE WORLD OF WINE MEETS CULINARY EXCELLENCE
Embark on a sensory journey through the world of exquisite wines and fine cuisine. Under the culinary guidance of Michelin-starred chef Mirko Gaul, an unforgettable five-course menu awaits you at restaurant taku. Each dish is accompanied by carefully selected wines, presented by renowned winemakers Caroline and Sylvain Diel. These two personalities will take you on a journey through their world of wine, unveiling stories behind the exquisite selections and sharing their profound knowledge and passion for wine.
Dates: 2nd March 2024
Time: 7pm
Price: 259 EUR per person incl. aperitif, five-course menu & wine pairing
tickets →
To make a reservation please call: + 49 221 / 270 – 1.
TAKU & FRIENDS Vol. 10
Michelin starred Kitchenparty
For the tenth time, Michelin-starred chef Mirko Gaul opens the doors of his restaurant taku for his legendary kitchenparty. Once again, this promises an unforgettable experience featuring top-notch culinary artists from renowned restaurants.
Featured chefs include:
Maximilian Kreus from the "St. Benedikt" restaurant in Aachen
Sonja Baumann & Erik Scheffler from the "NeoBiota" restaurant in Cologne
Jörg Wissmann from the "Jae" restaurant in Düsseldorf
Fabian Scheithe from the "Excelsior Hotel Ernst" in Cologne
Additionally, wineries Martin Waßmer and LacknerTinnacher will present fine selections from their cellars.
Get ready to experience an exciting evening with a star-studded line-up, great entertainment and a relaxed atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary culinary event!
To make a reservation please call: + 49 221 / 270 – 3166.
TAKU & FRIENDS Vol. 11
Michelin starred Kitchenparty
For the eleventh time, Michelin-starred chef Mirko Gaul opens the doors of his restaurant taku for his legendary kitchenparty. Once again, this promises an unforgettable experience featuring top-notch culinary artists from renowned restaurants.
Featured chefs include:
Benjamin Kriegel | Restaurant “Pink Pepper” Dusseldorf
Alexander Mayer | Hotel Atlantic Hamburg
Egor Happ | Restaurant “Setzkasten” Dusseldorf
Hannes Radeck | “Pastry Chef of the year 2021” Cologne
Additionally, wineries Dr. Loosen and Prieler will present fine selections from their cellars.
Get ready to experience an exciting evening with a star-studded line-up, great entertainment and a relaxed atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary culinary event!
tickets →
To make a reservation please call: + 49 221 / 270 – 3166.