Michael W.
Yelp
We were in the area and amazed that there were several German options within walking distance. The Yelp reviews directed us to Laschet's, first time in. From the street, very nondescript.
We were seated immediately by friendly hosts at a table in the bar area that was mark reserved.
I was looking forward to the beer and was surprised to find that there were not many dark options on tap. Having said that though, the one dark option I did have was good, and the doppelbock was delicious.
We opted for the portobella starter and however they treated the portobella, it was delicious, would totally get it again.
Next was salad time, my wife opted for traditional. I tried something new, the pineapple bean salad. I would never in my lifetime have thought to combine what was going on with that salad, but you know what, it was pleasantly and surprisingly good and healthy.
For entree, my wife tried something new to her, rouladen. I opted for the mushroom goulash. Both were good and generous in their portion.
The red cabbage was a zinger, much more zesty than other types I have had before, good for clearing the sinuses ;)
The spaetzle was on the drier and crispier side, almost like home fried potatoes. Maybe spaetzle is like gumbo and everyone makes it differently? I am by no means an expert on German food, but the times I have had it, the spaetzle and the red cabbage, both seem to fluctuate the most.
We both ended up taking half of our meals home with us. The food is good, it is filling, as is the beer.
Before we left, we both did aperitif schnapps shots which are complimentary on the house. Nice touch! Prost!
The vibe and the clientele both seemed were very chill/local. I could see popping in here for a bev and bite if we were.
At least when we were there, there was no Octoberfest music playing or anything like that, it was just a typical restaurant atmosphere.
The timing of the service is important to note. When we were there, we arrived around 6 and left around 8. There was plenty of time in between portions and it was very non-rushed. The overall feeling was that it could have moved just a touch faster.
They do offer daily specials so be sure to check them out. Gut sein!