Ain Café

Venloer Str. 374, 50825 Köln, Germany
$$$ Cafe
(231 Reviews)
Price Range €10–20

If you find yourself wandering the vibrant streets of Ehrenfeld, make sure to carve out some time to visit Ain Café, a delightful gem located at Venloer Str. 374, 50825 Köln, Germany. As you approach, the café's captivating jungle-inspired exterior, complete with lush wall murals, draws you in, offering a glimpse of the tropical paradise that awaits inside. The warm and inviting atmosphere is complemented by an array of plants that not only beautify the space but also create a snug, calming environment.

Ain Café is a haven for food lovers, particularly those seeking vegan and vegetarian options that excite the palate. The café is renowned for its authentic Malaysian cuisine, a refreshing offering in Köln, not easily found elsewhere. Guests rave about the delicious flavors and attention to detail showcased in every dish. For instance, the matcha latte, luxuriously creamy and served with oat milk, is a must-try, as is the passionfruit cheesecake that has received glowing reviews. A delightful combination of Nasi Lemak with sambal and rendang sauce paired with paprika tempeh tempts those on a plant-based diet, serving up an explosion of flavors that leave you yearning for more.

The beverages at Ain Café are equally impressive. From freshly squeezed orange juice that literally bursts with flavor to perfectly brewed coffees, every sip feels like a warm hug. The Americano is particularly noteworthy, not just for its rich flavor but for the charming presentation in mugs that radiate comfort. As one delighted customer put it, "the americano comes in a nice mug size like a hug!"

Every detail in Ain Café is carefully curated by the lovely couple, Ain and Toby. Their genuine friendliness elevates your experience from just a café visit to feeling like part of the family. You can simply sense the love and passion that they pour into their food and service. As Yatie Jabs beautifully expresses, Ain Café captures the essence of hospitality, creating an atmosphere that makes every visitor feel special.

With ample vegan treats and stunning interiors, Ain Café is not just a stop for a meal but an immersive experience that you'll want to revisit time and again. Whether you're a local looking for your next favorite hangout or a traveler seeking a taste of Malaysian delicacies, Ain Café is a destination you won’t want to miss during your time in Köln. So come, take a seat among the greenery, and indulge in the vibrant flavors that await you!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Popular with university students
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

231 Reviews
Sicilia Berner

05 Oct 2025

I cannot tell you how much I love this café. The staff is lovely and you are surrounded by the perfect amount of plants. Not to mention that everything is delicious with plenty of nice vegan delicacies as well.

Quinn Ng

02 Oct 2025

Love love the food here, the orange juice is freshed squeezed, the americano comes in a nice mug size like a hug! I loved the matcha latte with oat milk, unsweetened and creamy. We had paprika tempeh and Nasi Lemak with both sambal and rendang sauce, it's hard to believe these are vegetarian without compromising flavour. We always make it a point to stop at this lovely Cafe in Ehrenfeld everytime we visit Cologne. Just tried the takeaway Pandan Cake in the car, so full of flavour I wish we bought two! Will be back again, wish it was closer to our home!!!

Anubhuti Singh

04 Sep 2025

Highly recommend it! This cafe was recommended by a friend to us. It is a Lovely cafe run by a lovely couple. In Ehrenfeld area this cafe cannot be missed. It has a vibrant jungle exterior wall painting and tropical inspired interior ambiance. Ain says that it is all inspired by Malaysia. Ain and her husband Toby are super friendly and nice. We had a passionfruit cheesecake, a flat white with oats milk and a cappuccino. Everything was so good. Would definitely visit this cafe again whenever in cologne next!

robert tingirica

01 Sep 2025

Amazing coffee and amazing pastries. You can get savoury cheese pastries which is rare around here. You can pay by card which is even rarer in Ehrenfeld. Loved it!

Lily Rambles

09 Aug 2025

Clean, good coffee, friendly staffs, calm and relaxing environment. Food was good too! Super lecker! Would definitely drop by again whenever in Köln Ehrenfeld Had the Kuih Bakar (Malay dessert) and Nasi Lemak too on a different visit (sorry all gone before any pics ), they really tasted like home. Mit Liebe gemacht, wirklich Any Malaysians in Köln, do drop by and order cikmak biasa or cikmak rendang sehr sehr sehr lecker!

Ahmetcan Gökçeer

29 Jul 2025

Great food and coffees, you can get authentic Malaysian stuff you wouldnt get anywhere else in Köln. The carpets are also gorgeus.

Yatie Jabs

25 Jul 2025

Located at the heart of buzzling Venlostraße, the cafe cannot be missed. With vibrant jungle inspired exterior wall painting and tropical inspired interior ambiance, Ain Cafe captures the attention of cafe seekers. Ain and her husband greet customers with warmth and friendliness. Ain offers a menu of typical and refreshing drinks and food selection. I personally enjoyed the Kukurma Latte, Maracuja cheese cake and Carrot cake. They were excellent. I took home a pack of Malaysian national dish "nasi lemak". I loved it. I highly recommend Ain Cafe

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