LOUIS Cafe am Dom

Kleine Budengasse 1-3, 50667 Köln, Germany
$$$ Cafe , Bubble tea store
(283 Reviews)
Price Range €1–10

Welcome to LOUIS Cafe am Dom, a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Köln at Kleine Budengasse 1-3. This charming cafe offers an inviting atmosphere that seamlessly merges comfort with style, making it an ideal stop for coffee lovers and dessert aficionados alike.

As you step inside, you're welcomed by a warm ambiance that makes you feel right at home. The friendly service, highlighted by Louis himself, ensures that your experience is nothing short of delightful. Whether you're settling in with a book or catching up with friends, the spacious layout allows you to relax without feeling cramped, a rarity in bustling cafes.

What truly sets LOUIS Cafe apart is its unique fusion of flavors. With a rotating selection of cakes, you're sure to find something that tantalizes your taste buds. While some offerings, like the matcha chocolate trio cake, have received mixed reviews regarding their freshness, dishes like the matcha red bean bingsu have been praised for their perfect balance of sweetness and texture. The cafe also boasts a notable range of drinks, including refreshing fruit teas that are highly recommended by patrons.

Customer reviews highlight the cafe's appeal, with Brian Lim noting the inviting atmosphere and Peony Gerochi praising the delicious matcha red bean bingsu - a clear standout that strikes the right flavor notes without overwhelming sweetness. Others, like Lilly, appreciate the rotation of offerings, especially the light and flavorful Asian-inspired desserts that are hard to find elsewhere.

For those with specific tastes, like Melis, the cafe's ability to balance flavors without excessive sweetness is a significant draw, ensuring every sip and bite leaves you wanting more. With a solid selection of bubble teas and classic coffee options, LOUIS Cafe am Dom caters to a diverse palate, making it a perfect break from exploring the vibrant city.

However, it’s worth noting that the cafe does require card payments for purchases over €10, which has sparked some minor complaints from visitors. Nevertheless, the overall enjoyment of your experience will likely outweigh these small inconveniences.

In summary, LOUIS Cafe am Dom is not just a place to grab a quick drink or snack; it’s an experience steeped in culture and flavor. If you find yourself in Köln, this cafe promises to be a wonderful addition to your culinary itinerary, where friendly service, thoughtful menu offerings, and a welcoming atmosphere await. Whether you’re a matcha enthusiast or simply looking to unwind with a good book and a refreshing drink, make sure to stop by and enjoy everything this delightful cafe has to offer.

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
University students
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours

Monday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Tuesday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Sunday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

283 Reviews
Brian Lim

26 Sep 2025

Drawn to the cafe's inviting atmosphere, we visited twice. However, on our first visit, we left after learning they were out of cake. As a matcha enthusiast, I ordered a matcha tea latte and a matcha chocolate trio cake. Because the cafe only accepts card payments for purchases over €10, I opted for oat milk in my latte. The cake, which was supplied rather than baked in-house, was frozen; the matcha portion was solid, and it was disappointing. I also ordered a matcha yuzu layer cake to go, which was packed in a small brown carry box. Unfortunately, after leaving it in my bag for three hours, I discovered liquid leaking from the box, likely because it was also frozen.

Lilly

22 Sep 2025

Really friendly and welcoming atmosphere and service. Would recommend the fruit teas over the milk teas. They rotate which cakes are on offer and they usually have a very light flavour and texture. It's hard to find a dine-in cafe that offers asian flavoured-desserts so we're happy that there is one in Cologne.

Peony Gerochi

06 Sep 2025

Had the matcha red bean bingsu and it was delicious perfect balance of flavor and texture, not too sweet, just right. The drink I had was good too. It was called Lychee Juicy and they have a solid selection of other drinks. There are plenty of seats so you’re not crammed in like most cafés. People complaining about the card minimums or bathroom signs are just looking for something to nitpick because it’s clearly posted before you even walk in.

Kseniia Petrochenko

23 Aug 2025

We come here every time we’re in Köln. A super nice place with a great choice of cakes. They also offer a good variety of bubble tea as well as classic coffee options. The service is very friendly too

Melis

08 Aug 2025

Greeted with love by Louis, the best host in town! I stumbled onto here without even realizing what it is! It exceeded all my expectations. Nothing is too sweet, but you can taste the flavours perfectly well Delicious drinks & sweets

DA

01 Aug 2025

My absolute favourite Café in cologne. The place is decorated very well and the atmosphere is very cozy, you feel instantly welcomed. I often come here to study, or just to drink a coffee/ bubble tea and catch up with friends. The cake selection is super delicious, I’ve tried many of them and all of them were perfect. The owner & the service in general is extremely friendly and welcoming, I’m always very flattered by the service . Overall I’m very happy that such a cute and cozy has opened in cologne.▼・ᴥ・▼

Yatie Jabs

20 Jul 2025

Longing for Asian vibe? This place somehow reminds me of Seoul with really good drink selection and not the typical Europen cakes! The service is friendly, the drinks and cakes are tasty and yummy, plus a cosy spacious ambiance. It is not far from the Dom.

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