Dank Augusta, Gartenlokal in der Flora Köln

Relax and enjoy – delicious and cosy, surrounded by greenery, right in the heart of the city – that’s what makes a picnic truly enjoyable. Whether it’s for a lunch break, afternoon coffee and cake, or an evening sundowner, the Dank Augusta garden restaurant at Flora Cologne invites you to take a break from everyday life during the warmer months. And here’s how the picnic fun works: guests are given their own picnic bag, which they can fill at the bar according to their mood, preference and appetite. Choose from regional and seasonal specialities, all homemade, fresh and creatively packed for your picnic. Pop it all into your Dank Augusta bag and head out onto the sunny south-facing terrace to one of the many lovely spots. Now all that’s left to do is enjoy the delicious treats under the open sky and share them in good company – if, that is, you’re willing to share Augusta’s favourites.

With ‘Dank Augusta’, the operator Kirberg Catering offers all Cologne residents and visitors the perfect spot for a short (or longer) break in the countryside during the warmer months. And this is entirely in keeping with the spirit of its namesake, Augusta, wife of the Prussian King Wilhelm I, who in 1863 became patron of the construction and maintenance of the botanical garden. One might also say: at Dank Augusta, the classic outdoor picnic has been reimagined

Germany’s most attractive outdoor dining venue

The garden restaurant Dank Augusta at Cologne’s Flora has been awarded the GEWA Hospitality Award 2025. Together with Haus Diepental (Leichlingen), another outdoor venue operated by Kirberg, it took first place in the category for the most attractive outdoor dining experience. The venues impressed the expert jury with their innovative picnic concept, creative cuisine, resource-efficient implementation and welcoming atmosphere.