Experience the culinary traditions of American as you dine at The ASH - American Steak House. This restaurant is known for offering some of the best barbecue preparations in town. Devour the succulent steak or indulge in some scrumptious burgers or other delicacies offered on their menu which have been loved by their regulars. The delectable menu is followed by an impressive beverage list. Select from the fine wines, champagnes or other spirits to accompany your meal. The casual ambiance and cozy décor make this a great spot to catch up with your friends. While, its friendly and attentive staff assures a pleasant experience while you dine at The ASH - American Steak House.

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.

Joe Champs is Cologne's best known sports bar. With a big screen and many smaller screens often showing a several different events at once, American food, and plenty of shouting and cheering, this is a fun place to go and watch a game. Those who aren't into sports will still enjoy the welcoming atmosphere, down to the wooden tables, red and white checked tablecloths, and busy but exceedingly friendly service. The drinks aren't especially cheap, but if you're going to sit there for two hours it's not a bad deal. The convenient location on the ring, at Rudolfplatz, means that it's usually pretty full.

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.