Café Berlin

Absolutely great food! Meat we got was stunning, soft and delicious, all the other menu positions were great as well, however it took an hour for the desert we placed at the very beginning and even though my husband ordered espresso, we never got it(even though it appeared in the receipt at the end). I hope it was just our experience, because I would definitely go back for the food. The food was 5 stars level for sure

While we were on a walk with our dogs. We decided to check to see if this place was dog friendly, and it was. The outdoor patio was perfect! The host gave us a section in the back that allowed us to have more space with our 3 dogs. They have really nice fire heaters and tons of lighting creating a nice outdoor ambiance. The food was amazing. My husband was also happy that they served non alcoholic beers and drinks. They were busy, but service was still great!

A very comfortable and unique small restaurant situated in a refitted townhome, making for a great atmosphere! The food was excellent and had a healthy variety of choices for the size of the restaurant, including the drink and dessert menu, though we only saw it for lunch. There was a good and interesting variety of drinks as well, alcoholic and non alcoholic. The server was excellent, kind, and very personable, answering our questions well and being very attentive. We were very happy to run across this place and would definitely return!

Walked in didn't have a reservation not a problem everyone was so nice from the beginning to end. Our lady taking care of us was great as well as the other staff helping out. But most importantly the German food was very very good we had Curry wurst,Schnitzel,Sauerkraut all good.

Excellent food, service, atmosphere. Was not expecting to like German food so much. I typically enjoy spicy foods so I did not have high expectations. To my surprise. No wonder this place has such a strong reputation on Capitol Hill and regulars that eat here. Will be back to try more things on the menu. Great wine selection

I’ve had many schnitzels throughout Germany and Austria (as you can see from my Google Reviews profile), and this is honestly one of the best I’ve had this side of the pond. The portions were a bit smaller than what you may find for the same price in Germany, but the flavors and cook were right on. It’s a nice restaurant with a quiet, more upscale atmosphere. If you bring kids, I’d recommend sitting on the patio. The kasespaetzle was worth upgrading for in my opinion. The strudel was very good, and not too sweet. Everything we had was delicious.

Enjoyable German restaurant west of Union Station. The food was quite tasty, particularly the schnitzel and peach Melba dessert. The Biergarten looked lovely but we ate inside because of the humidity. I found the decor a bit dated, unfortunately. We had a lively and chatty server but had a very unpleasant interaction with the bartender, so much so that we almost left upon arrival. (There was no host). Unfortunately, he also sometimes ran dishes or refills so his negative energy kept ruining our otherwise pleasant meal. It was a mixed bag but I would try it again.

Tucked in a cozy townhouse a few blocks east of Union Station is a relatively rare find these days - a German restaurant serving traditional dishes. We had potato pancakes, chicken schnitzel and Sauerbraten, all wonderfully prepared. The fresh, hot Apfelstrudel was a superb dessert we shared. Fine selection of fairly obscure German brews and wines, too. Will definitely return when in DC in the future.

First time trying German food and it was pretty good ! My palette prefers a a different flavour profile but I enjoyed the restaurant experience. Service was quick and polite and it's a cute cozy shop that has a homey feel. The pretzel appetizer was my favourite, very soft and fresh, and the sauces /butter they provide to complement it were fun to experience

The food was amazing! Best food in DC by far! We had 6 different entreees, the bretzel appetizer, 2 desserts, beer and wine for our group. Each were delicious. The waitress was very attentive and the owner came by to chat. The restaurant has a great decor and true German feel. A wonderful experience!

Cafe Berlin is a good choice if you like quality meat served in big portions. Prices are high but you can easily share an entree between two (or more) people. Vegetarians won't find any obvious choices on the menu, but they'll prepare one of the hot "salad" dishes without the fish, and it's actually quite good.

Love this place. Got the meatloaf sandwich and it didn't disappoint. Such a good flavor and cooked perfectly. Loved the crunchiness of the bread. I got it with the gholaush soup and it also had great flavor and enjoyed it thoroughly. The carrots. Potatoes and meat were delicious and flavorful. The pretzel was also very good and the beer cheese spread it was served with was great. Loved the potato pancake as well perfectly crispy and probably one of the best potato pancakes Ive had in a long time. The side of sour cream and the applesauce was just like my grandma used to make!!! I could have had a whole bowl of it!!! I didn't try the fish sandwich but my boyfriend said it was very good and he enjoyed it. I didn't care for the potato salad. It was a little more sour than I'd like since it was cold but I love my German potato salad more sour when served warm or hot. I would totally eat here again. Service and ambience were great!!

I came with my bf who loves German food. I'm not a big fan of German food but if I did, this would have been 5 stars. I had the pretzel and beer cheese. The pretzel was good and not overly salty. The beer cheese is a spread rather than a dip. It has slices of onion which I thought was a bit odd. The fish sandwich was excellent. I had the remoulade sauce on the side since I don't like horseradish. But after tasting it it's was just a hint of horseradish so I did like the sauce. The meatloaf was good and different. It's lighter in color which I found out was due to the more pork than beef ratio. The potato pancakes was one of the best I have had in all German restaurants I've tried. Love that sour cream. My bf devoured that apple sauce since he said it was like his grandma's dish. So never did like the German potato salad since it has a vinegar flavor. I thought my bf would like it but he didn't. So this was the only dish we didn't like. Service is great - although they asked us twice if we had reservations. Seems like there were plenty of tables available that it would have not mattered.

I love German cuisine so when I heard about this place I had to go check it out! Their food is so hearty and flavorful, don't get me started on the dessert 10/10 Everything was very fresh and flavorful, I will say the food is very rich especially the braised beef, that was my favorite. Their hot chocolate is also really good but they only fill the glsss up halfway. The restaurant is bar style but it does have a family friendly seating to accommodate parties of 4+ Appetizers: Bretzel: Bavarian style Pretzels with a trio of mustard & Bree Cheese Spread Currywurst: Grilled Sausage in Curry Saice Entrees: Sauerbraten: Red wine marinated braised beef roast, potato dumplings & red cabbage Hühnerschnitzel: Chicken breast, pounded thin, breaded, pan fried, mushroom-bacon cream gravy, spätzle Dessert: Apfelstrudel mit Vanilla Eis: pink lady apples and raisins baked to order in cinnamon specked pastry; served with house-made vanilla ice cream Schokoladekuchen mit Vanilla Eis: warm chocolate cake, salted caramel, house made vanilla ice cream Drinks: Berlin '85 Champagne, Gin, herb infused simple syrup and a twist of lemon. Tcho Drinking Chocolate. Our server was really nice and the service was very quick, we didn't wait long for the menu items except for the Apple Pie but we were given a heads up about this before ordering.

HOW have I never dined here before? This is such a darling restaurant near Union Station. I would have loved to sit outside at the lovely patio space, but alas the 90+ degrees weather prompted me to seek refuge inside. The indoor space was quite cozy and lovely as well. The ambiance transported me to a European restaurant. Our server was so very kind. We had a toddler in our group, and not only did she provide a high chair, but she also provided a sippy cup for the baby! When it was time to pay, she remembered what we ordered and was gracious in providing separate checks. The food! Quite delicious. I had the delicious potato pancakes with house made apple sauce and sour cream as well as the wiener schnitzel. This schnitzel was a WINNER. I think the fry was in a combination of oil and butter because it had such a depth of golden butter flavor to it. The veal was quite tender and crispy. I had the sauerkraut and potato/bacon as sides, and they were soooo scrumptious. I am salivating again as I write this review! I can't wait to come back!

Finally got around to giving this place a try after walking by it many times. Went on a busy Saturday evening and it was packed. It is also a smaller place, so would definitely recommend doing a reservation. There is an outside patio for additional seating, so that helps during the non-winter time related to capacity. The service was outstanding and really one of the best experiences in awhile and the food tasted great and was just the right portion size. The drinks were also top notch. The only aspect that didn't work out is the kitchen being out of two or three items on the menu that we planned on ordering from perusing the menu ahead of time. Granted it was late the evening, but we were a little surprised by more than one choice not being available. On the plus side the items we did order were great and we can order the other items during our next visit. Look forward to going to Cafe Berlin again soon!

Tonight I made a reservation at Cafe Berlin on Capitol Hill near Union Station. According to Open Table, the only thing available was at the bar, which would've been fine with me, but a table in the dining room had just opened up and they were able to seat me right away. I was very happy! I ordered the Weiner Schnitzle (veal) with sauerkraut and German potato salad, and a Zwei Apfel cocktail: apple cider, German pineapple rum, lemon. No apps or dessert due closing early for hood maintenance in the kitchen. So I had to hurry up and order as soon as I sat down. Which again was fine. I understand as a restaurant manager. No big deal. Cozy restaurant in a basement space of 3 old row houses: the bar and 2 dining rooms, and 2 tables for four tucked into a pair of bay windows. "Private" dining room separated by a pulled curtain in the back. Astrea was my server and so friendly! Since the kitchen closed and I couldn't get dessert, she brought a pair of shots of pear schnapps for us to toast a liquid dessert! I'll go back just for her service! I do have to say, though, that for the portion size, I feel the menu is a little over priced... the picture you see of my meal cost $31... Now, it was all delicious, don't get me wrong! But I'd expect more for the price tag... Definitely recommend for a cute and quiet date spot!!

Finally got to try Cafe Berlin after wanting to do so for a few years. My wife and I went for lunch for my birthday. We had the Kartoffel Pfannkuchen to start and then the Butternusskurbis Suppe and Wiener Schnitzel (with Spatzle and Germuse), and Schokoladekuchen Mit Venilla Eis to finish. Everything was very tasty. The standouts were the Kasespatzle and dessert. All of the food tasted very fresh. It was a great "stick to your ribs" sort of meal. The restaurant is a cozy throwback and was very busy for lunch. Astrea took care of us (and about a dozen other tables!) and really added to making it a quality experience.

I went here with my family (party of 7) and had a wonderful time. The wait staff were very friendly and made the entire experience a delight. The menu was well crafted with excellent options for any diner, and the specials were well thought out. Everyone at my table enjoyed their meal and is looking forward to coming back. I would highly recommend this restaurant for quality of food, great people, and atmosphere!

Really solid German food restaurant with a good variety of options. Had a really nice fancy dinner with my family there. (B).

Who'd want to eat German Food?! Me and it was actually delicious!! #capitalhill #dcfoodsters Appetizers & Drinks Curry wurst -- it was a tasty meat dish with a phenomenal flavor Käsepätzle -- German style Mac and Cheese, very cheesy and extremely flavorful Berlin '65 -- Gin, champagne, herb simple syrup and a lemon twist Main Course Maultaschen -- German Stuff Pasta dish made with meat, spinach and onion. It came with a wonderful side salad. Desserts Ofenschlupfer -- beautifully crafted square bread pudding with homemade ice cream. Schokoladekuchen -- warm chocolate cake, caramel and homemade ice cream. Rating: It was a four star rating 4 stars Review: Cafe Berlin is very professional family owned restaurant with a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. All the staff members were extremely friendly, and knowledgeable to new comers of this cuisine. Loved the appetizers-- the sausage was in this incredible sauce and the German Mac and cheese was so cheesy and creamy. The main course, it was earth and delicious, very seasonal for Fall. It was a perfect pasta dish balanced off with a delicious salad. The cocktail was great as well. The desserts were delicious but my favorite was the chocolate cake, it was so good and tasty. I'd definitely recommend a local trip to Germany. Live and

Cool atmosphere and good service. Staff is friendly and helpful. Place is really clean and feels intimate with authentic German dishes with a US spin on it. Decent beer selection and emphasis on quality.

I don't get German food option, but boy did this place hit the spot. First off, the interior of the restaurant was classy, homey, and cute. The service was also excellent, as our server was attentive and answered all our questions. In terms of food, I was throughly satisfied and sent to Flavortown. For appetizer, I had the Bretzel, Currywurst, and Potato Pancakes. Each appetizer was unique and packed with diverse flavors. For the entree, I had the Sauerbraten, and it was one of the best braised beef roast dishes I've ever had. The red wine sauce was so deep and strong in terms of red wine flavor and the meat itself was so tender and juicy. All the food was heavy and filling, so I was very full at the end and had no room for dessert. Overall, Cafe Berlin was the bomb-dot-com and is a place I recommend trying if you want some good German food.

A must stop when in DC. Authentic German food, good beers, and very attentive staff. Whether we were there with a friend or two, or 30, we've always had a blast at Cafe Berlin!

We had an excellent meal here tonight. We started by sharing an order of the frie Brie. It was crispy on the outside & creamy on the inside & we loved it. For my entree, I had the trout. One thing that worked really well was that a large medallion of butter came on the top. I didn't want the richness of the butter, so I pushed it aside & just had the trout, which was terrific. Something else that worked well was that I asked the waitress to substitute red cabbage for the potatoes, & she did it. My husband had the jagerschnitzel, which he liked very much.

Our meal here was excellent! It's been ages since I've had German food so I'm glad that yelp has led me here. This will definitely be a go-to for when I have out of towners. Several of us got the Weiner Schnitzel - I chose the potatoes and sauerkraut for my sides. I mean, I all but licked my plate clean. It was so good. Even our non-meat eater was able to find a couple of items that suited her. The service was great! Our server was so gracious and polite and accommodating. The pace is relaxed so you'll have plenty of time to enjoy apps and drinks before your meal. There's also ample patio with many small fire pits which will be great once the weather warms up a bit. I can't wait to come back here and try the bratwurst.

RUNNN. We had a reservation and got seated quickly. There was a bar indoors but all of the seating is outside under umbrellas. It's so cute with lights and other decorations. The service was relatively quick- we ordered the curry wurst and the jägerschnitzel. The currywurst was excellent. The schnitzel came with spätzle and a mushroom gravy. The pork was very clean and thin with a crisp breading. We would have liked a little more gravy for the spätzle but overall it was very good. Some of the best German food we have found in the US!

Went here specifically for the currywurst & was disappointed. Got the beet pasta dish, which was ok. This place but cozy, but honestly not my fave.

I have to give it 5 stars. Great German food and good beer selection. I especially like that they serve beer in the appropriate glassware. I ordered the wurstfeast, which is easily for two people, and every side option looked to be delicious. The dessert struedel had to be ordered in advance--so it could be baked--and I would recommend this. The outdoor dining is one of the better places in NE because of the large front patio on Massachusetts Avenue. Excellent service as well.

MANDATORY TIP WARNING! I liked Café Berlin, very beautiful interior, the food was good, the service was good, but I still don't like the mandatory tipping fee. The restaurant is also being a little dishonest, they are not required to charge a percentage, they are just doing so because they don't want to raise prices. I think that's flat out wrong. Raise the prices, and pay your employees what they are worth, don't nickel and dine the customers instead. Otherwise, the outdoor beer garden can be really crowded so just walk under the lighted arch and point yourself towards the middle basement.

There is a weird, hostile vibe at this place. Arrived into the bar area inside for an early dinner on a weekday evening. Was ignored, until I poked my head into the dining area and was told someone would be right with me. Was finally spoken to, and told there would be a 15 minute wait for a table. Perfectly fine; proceeded to wait. 15 minutes passed, then 20, then 25. No communication or anything from staff; the ignoring continued. After seeing 2 seats open up at the bar, my friend and I sat there, thinking maybe it'd be easier. Nope, continued to be completely ignored. Kind of felt it was being done on purpose...? Short staffed? Selective attention? A poltergeist? Who knows. It was all very uncomfortable, so decided to leave without ordering anything. Then, went to Bistro Cacao next door where the greeting and service was so warm and friendly, it made me wonder if cafe Berlin needs smoking sage to clean up the juju. Either way, will not return.

We had a great dinner here on a Thursday night and were glad we had reservations because it's not a big place and was busy even on a mid-week night in February. We started with some potato pancakes and they were fresh, crisp and delicious served with applesauce and sour cream. The beer selection is good with German selections on tap. I had a great seasonal beer in a half-liter size. For my entree I had the rouladen which was a special that night and it was delicious and authentic complete with pickles in the middle. The meat was tender and flavorful and the mashed potatoes made this great comfort food. The red cabbage side was perfect and reminded me of Grandma's homemade version which is definitely a good thing. The three of us shared two desserts which was the perfect amount. The bread pudding and chocolate cake were both excellent. Service was good and the atmosphere in a converted house was lovely.

On vacation in DC and decided to try some German food. Got here and it is a small very nice restaurant with a nice outside eating area. I tried the jagersnitzel with a side of the fried potatoes. The snitzel was excellent as was the spatzel. The potato's were ok, to me they should have been fried a little longer, but that is just me. For desert I had the Apple strudel which is a must try, as it was excellent. Overall a great experience and will try and return once more before we leave.

I'm always on the quest for great German food, especially on my birthday. After a couple misfires in the area, we discovered Cafe Berlin. It's been in operation on Capitol Hill for over 30 years....now I know! I loved everything about it. The food is freshly prepared and as authentic as you can get with local ingredients. They have a great, rotating, beer selection and probably the best patio-space I've seen in the densely packed area (I can't wait to try that in the Spring-time). The staff were welcoming, friendly, and made us feel at home. I had the sauerbraten with potato dumplings and it brought me right back to sitting in a rural gasthaus, on snowy night, eating some of the best slow-roasted beef I'd ever had. Combined with a glass of Riesling, it was the German birthday dinner I was yearning for. My wife had the mixed-wurst platter - it's enough to feed 3 people and we will be enjoying the leftovers. We had to get the dessert. Sadly they didn't have Scwartzwalder Kirschtorte, but the strudel and pancake with stewed apples definitely overcame and I quickly forgot about wanting a cake (we'll be munching in those leftovers today, too). I can't wait to go back for a lunch, more dinners, and some time in their Biergarten when the weather allows. Thank you!! :)

We love cafe Berlin! We tend to sit outside on the front patio or at the bar. Be sure to grab reservations because they fill up quickly.

(Sept 21,2022, Washington DC). Saw Octoberfest sign on a sidewalk and stopped for lunch. There is a little much menu, mainly different types of sandwiches that come with a choice of soup of the day, potato salad or slaw . Large selection of bears, rotating draft list. I had a German baked sausage sandwich with the soup of the day ( cream of onions) -$16. The soup was blah and the sandwich was so salty that I couldn't taste anything but salt. While the outdoor space was literally empty, we were asked if we had a reservation (we didn't) and were dotted in the worst mosquitoes occupied table almost on the steps to the kitchen. When we were leaving ( past lunch time), more than half of the outdoor tables were still empty. It is the second time we came to this place and I think we are done with it, quite unfortunate as we live around the corner

Very authentic prepared food. Great service and atmosphere too. Good selection of German beers. I enjoyed a delicious Jägerschnitzel with Spätzle, then topped it off with the best tasting Apfelstrudel w/ice-cream I've had in a long time (dessert is meant to be shared). My husband had the Goulash, Spätzle and red cabbage, also delicious. We arrived early and were able to be seated. Highly recommended reservations if wanting to eat after 5:00. I would definitely visit here again.

I came with a group of 6. I can't speak for the sauerbraten , because they screwed up and didn't serve it until after the rest of my party had already eaten. The waiter seemed indignant when I told him "never mind" and unapologetically asked if anyone else at the table wanted my side dishes. (Bear in mind, they've already eaten.) Anyway nobody got sick...so I guess that's a positive.

Good spot for German food! I am not sure how authentic it is, but the food was all tasty with a good amount of saltiness for their meat dishes and sides. Cozy restaurant, and friendly waiter teaching us German. Some of the staff seemed a little fed up, but not our waiter. Bathroom is small.

Great food but not worth 90 minute wait to get my meal. Six tables in the room were seated within 15 min of each other- meaning all food orders were placed at same time and huge delays! Sure it's Oktoberfest but no meal is worth waiting 90 minutes for. Was not comped anything on my bill- when I was a server and there were severe delays, something was always comped. Not impressed at all!

My family and I have now celebrated two Birthdays here in the span of two months. Suffice it to say we currently like it a lot. The atmosphere is casual and not as rustic as Old Europe but not as stuffy either, so you can easily have a conversation without yelling across the table. The food is pretty decent for German food and unless you grew up in Germany as I did then this will probably fill your appetite for German cuisine. On the other hand nothing short of going back to Germany if you grew up there will be able to satiate your palate as every good purveyor of German food would tell you. Now, for the reason we keep going back and for us the most important reason, the people. The employees are extremely personable and down to earth "shout out to Astria" forgive the misspelling.... But as it were we would not go back as we often times will not even if we denote one iota of bad service which this place has displayed none so far. Look, the food is tied with Old Europe but the experience isn't so in my humble opinion choose this place to be appreciated and have a more memorable experience because hey, it's not free you know.

Everything here is in the style of overpriced street food. If you have even minimal cooking skill then skip it and just make anything on the menu at home instead.

My German boyfriend was very excited to come here and try authentic German food. While the food was delicious, I don't think it was anything extraordinary. I thought the dish was a tad on the saltier side.

Even though the food is a bit heavy, I love everything at Cafe Berlin. Thus far, I have not had a bad meal. My group all tried the schnitzels (of each type: veal, pork, and chicken). I got the rockfish and it was delightful (although I suppose I wasn't prepared for the amount of cream sauce all over it). We also shared the beet salad, the pretzel with mustards, and the potato pancakes. If I was disappointed in anything it was the desserts -- I had high hopes for the apple strudel but didn't think it was worth the hype. I felt like overall it was a little dry. The kaiserschmarrn was pretty good, but definitely needed the ice cream otherwise it would have been too dry as well. (Honestly, this might just be something that needs to be made at home, since we have a great recipe for it.) The service was also a little slow/spotty on a regular Sunday evening, but everyone is so nice that it is easy to forgive. We already have another reservation booked for the Oktoberfest pig roast!

This is truly one of my favorite restaurants. I have been twice now on visits to DC, both times exceeding expectations. The food is excellent, a good blend of traditional German fare with some updates and embellishments. The Wiener Schnitzel is to die for. The ambiance is cozy, but elegant. But perhaps my favorite part of eating here is the service! Both times I had the pleasure of being served by Astrea, who was warm, kind, and very knowledgable about the food. Coming here will be a new DC tradition for me!

Such a nice place! They have a pleasant little garden area outside. The Wiener Schnitzel was the best I've had outside Germany. The rotkohl was also particularly good; they got the spices just right. The waiters were attentive and friendly. All in all, a very pleasant lunch.

Great Place to get a taste of Authentic German Cuisine. The staff was amicable, and the food was Delicious

Called to confirm whether they did take out (which is listed on their Yelp profile) but was told "not at this time because they were setting up for Octoberfest" ... HUH? seriously? Does that mean the restaurant is not seating people either at this time because they are setting up for an event TOMORROW? Live in the neighborhood and I KNOW they are open for business today... Can someone explain the difference if I went into the restaurant, sat at a table and ordered food served on a plate, OR they prepared the meals and package it to go? Is it REALLY that much MORE work to put food in a take-out container?!?... Begs the question... If someone eats in the restaurant and doesn't finish their meal... are there "No doggy bags"?!?!? "AT THIS TIME" Called Old Europe in Georgetown... yeah, It may have been farther than I wanted to travel, but they gladly took my takeout order.... Proprietors like this are their own worst enemy.

I have eaten at Cafe Berlin at least twice, maybe thrice, over the past decade. I selected them because they are an easy walk from Union Station. I would visit again, not only because of proximity to transit. I had the schnitzel. It was appropriately thin, expertly breaded, and fried golden. I had it with sauerkraut and cabbage, two side dishes that came in heaping quantities suitable for a table of four, which we were not. My college roommate and I also split the potato pancakes, which are difficult to do other than well. Now that I am considering it, I'd bet I've been to this venue more than I can recall in detail. At least one of those occasions was for dinner. I also imbibed. They have non alcoholic beer that is not bad at all, and perhaps it has a placebo effect, or at least it feels transgressive to have that flavor during the day. The decor has a dark look. They have a brick patio too. Once, I was chatting with a friend of German ethnic origin -- for much of American history, the single most numerous ancestry represented, even greater than English -- about why German food is not more common. She thought about it, and her reply was insightful. What she said was German food has become American food, and it is everywhere, just not called German food; for example, Kasespatzle became mac and cheese. In any event, this presentation of the cuisine is more than satisfying. The occasion was also a reunion. My college roommate, incidentally, has become famous. I only see him every few years. He is known for his fecundity. A sperm donor, he has at least 21 children at last count. But that is not the punchline to the story. He and one of the mothers became a couple, 12 years after their child was conceived. So Cafe Berlin was a nice place for us to catch up.

pretty nice environment in the night! We went around 5pm, and you don't wait for a while for the food coming.

What a great option in a city without an overabundance of German options. Definitely keep them in your rotation when you want something ethnic. The style is very relaxed. The outdoor patio seating on this block of Massachusetts is great. They have a small indoor multi townhouse dining area with full bar. Great service from multiple people over the night. I tried the Wurstfeast with bratwurst, knackwurst, and a few others. I also tried the Wiener Schnitzel. It was so good. The breading on the veal was crunchy and not too heavy. The sides of potatoes and vegetable medley were great. The mac and cheese style German noodles on the side were interesting, unique, and tasty. Of course, I'd definitely go back. Give them a try.

We stopped in for dinner while in the neighborhood unexpectedly. Our group ordered three different entrees and found all delicious. I already want to come back to eat the cod dish I enjoyed last night and an order of potato pancakes. The patio was a pleasant place to enjoy our meal. Service was friendly and welcoming.

Food is so good. The food still hasthe same taste after 10years! I love their sausages.

Flew into town earlier in the day on Mother's Day. Place looked chill, not too busy. Sign out front said "You might think your kids are great, but German kids are 'kinder.' I've been to Germany a number of times. They use that joke there. Then there was another sign "See inside staff to be seated." No problem. Let's head inside! Wife, two teenage daughters. Met upon the host who asked if we had reservations. We said no, in from out of town. She hesitates and asks "So you're just walking in?" Yes, I respond. Visiting from out of town. There's a notable pause, my family glances at me, and the host says "I'm sorry, we're not taking walk-ins today" and then looks at my wife "but have a nice Mother's Day." How strange. Like she didn't care about whether we would spend money there or not. That's too bad. Cute place and all. But seems like they think they are better than us. I would love to lavish them with praise on the $150+ I would have spent there, but alas "they weren't taking walk-ins today." My money isn't good enough. Maybe yours is.

This German spot in Capitol Hill had a great selection of authentic food perfect for celebrating Oktoberfest. I got the Jägerschnitzel which was served with a mushroom sauce and spätzle dumplings. The spätzle didn't have a great taste or texture, but the pork schnitzel was perfectly thin and crispy and the mushroom sauce was flavorful. Definitely don't skip out on the Apple strudel. It was well worth the 20 minute wait.

My wife and I had lunch here. The beer selection is limited, but good choices. The service was excellent. We did not feel rushed or ignored. However, the food quality was sad. My wife had käsespatzle. It was ok, but pretty greasy. The flavor was bland. The onions were the most interesting part! I had a bratwurst sandwich with sauerkraut and a curry sauce. The sausage was meh and the curry sauce - no joke - was bland. The food here was disappointing. Perhaps dinner patrons get a higher level? I hope so.

Always a challenge to find a good German spot. I saw a few reviews so I had to give this place a try. I was not disappointed. This service was great and everyone very knowledgeable. Everything was good. For starters you can't go wrong with the Bretzel. Nothing like some warm bread with various sauces and beer cheese. You will get a second order of the Sauerkraut, and don't leave without adding the Currywurst to go with the Bretzel. For you meal if your a meat and potatoes got for the Wurstfeast. Yes you will be HAPPY adding potatoes and bacon and a dill salad. The Wiener schnitzel is also a great choice if you're into some baby lamb. Grab a few Ostsee Wasser, or Cafe Berlin and seat back and have some good fellowship.