At Freddy Schilling, burgers are made to look like works of art. The place is very popular for its meaty and mean burgers, which are stacked with delicious meat patties, gooey cheese and fresh toppings. The Tante Tiziana Burger, BBQ bacon burger and the Big Kahuna are the must tries at Freddy Schilling. Complement these with some rosemary potatoes and send your palate on a joy ride to burger heaven. The magic of a Freddy Schilling burger is such that you will keep coming back for more!

When hunger strikes, Hans im Glück is the ultimate saviour, when it comes to classic, juicy burgers. Located at Hohenzollernring, in the Belgian Quarter, this little joint is quite the crowd-pleaser. Offering a laid-back ambiance, befitting a casual dinner, the restaurant hosts locals and tourists alike. Open till late, it makes a good spot for some late-night munching. Although the menu is thick with several delicious offerings, the Dreikäsehoch, Hoffnungsträger and Wilder Westren come highly recommended. You can team one of these babies with a side of fries and a chilled cola. Take-away is available for those who prefer eating in.

Cologne has no shortage of great burger places, and yet Beef Brother in the Belgian Quarter, comes second to none. The nifty little joint is a local favorite even with it's limited dining area and no-frills ambiance. Offering a huge variety of burgers, the eatery is popular for its use of fresh ingredients and classic recipes. Drop in to relish their signature BBQ burger, Don Vito and the classic hamburger. To go with these drool-worthy, juicy burgers are a range of refreshing beers and wines to choose from. The only downer at this place is that they don't accept cards, so hit the ATM before arriving here.

Zimmermann's on Venloer Straße, Western Cologne is a unique entertainment/dining space. Offering a wide range of drool-worthy burgers like their signatures, Kahuna Burger and Italiener, the place also offers a range of sides, soups, salads that can be coupled with over eight types of dressings. There are even veggie burgers available for our vegetarian friends. Yet, the treat doesn't end here, for the venue often plays host to various art exhibitions, readings, jazz and indie concerts and a number of other cultural events throughout the year. A great place to be – whether it's for the tasty, juicy burgers, artsy exbhitions or enthralling music performances; Zimmerman's truly, has something for everyone here.

Your quick fix for those hunger pangs only a good burger can vanquish, Die Fette Kuh ensures that you leave this place with your tummy full of tasty burger memories. Located on Bonner Straße, in Neustadt-Sud, this little joint is one of the most popular burger places in Cologne. Frequented by locals and tourists alike, the kitchen at Die Fette Kuh use only top-notch, quality ingredients, a fact that's reflected in their delicious offerings. Between a casual and relaxed ambiance, great service and absolutely delicious burgers, Die Fette Kuh leaves no room for complaints.