Hollerbach's German Restaurant

I had a delicious meal while visiting a friend. We came for brunch and entered through the Magnolia Square entrance instead of the main one, which I actually liked, it felt more intimate. The food was fantastic, and the atmosphere and staff were wonderful. My only minor note: my schnitzel came with a salad, and there was a bit of confusion about whether it was for me or my friend. The staff member delivering it scoffed a little when clarifying, but aside from that, I loved this location on my first visit and will definitely be back whenever I’m in the area, as I visit Deland often.

I’d been wanting to try this place for a while, and I can’t believe it took me so long! The restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating. The long communal tables mean that smaller parties may share space with others when it’s busy, which adds to the lively atmosphere. There was a German band playing when we went, and it really set the tone for a fun, authentic experience. Many of the staff were dressed in traditional German attire, which added an extra touch of charm and made it feel like a true Bavarian celebration. It does get a little loud—especially if you’re seated toward the back—but it’s all part of the experience. They also offer both indoor and covered outdoor seating options. Our server, Coral, was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable. The menus look like German newspapers, which is a fun touch, though the prices can be a bit tricky to find at first. Once we ordered, everything came out fresh, hot, and much quicker than expected given how busy they were. Portions were generous, and every dish we tried was excellent. Overall, great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere—I’ll definitely be back!

Went in with my German friend. The first thing he was worried about was the bread… thankfully he confirmed… it was actual German bread haha 😅 he ordered in german and english, giving the waitress (Olivia) a bit of a hard but funny time putting good use to her Duolingo german knowledge 😆 The potato pancakes were divine too. I don’t like any mustard type, but he said that the Wurst I got had a German mustard with it. The bathroom was pretty clean and smelling nice (at least the male side). Loved the food, and our waitress. The only thing is that parking can be a bit difficult because is in a downtown area, other than that… Awesome place.

Food: the food was good. While most dishes are like $25, they are huge portions so it can be like two meals. The bread with the salad was hot but the bread basket was not so I was kind sad on that. Service: they are nice and friendly. They are super busy on the weekends so be ready for a wait. They do have a bar next door so have a drink while you wait. Ambiance: nice big room with tables pretty much jammed near each other so be ready to be close.

With all the positive reviews we had heard, I fully expected to give this place five stars, but I just can’t. First impressions matter, and unfortunately, this one missed the mark. I made a reservation a month in advance to celebrate our anniversary. We traveled nearly two hours and arrived about 30 minutes early. After checking in, the hostess spoke with the manager and explained that they were facing nearly an hour-long wait for indoor seating. Because of this, our reservation could not be honored as expected, and we were quoted an additional 45-minute wait. To be fair, both the hostess and our server were extremely apologetic about the situation. We decided to sit in the bar area, which has open seating and offers the full menu. The service there was excellent, and the food was absolutely fantastic, easily the highlight of the evening. Because of how good the food was, we may consider coming back. However, we’re still unsure, simply because reservations don’t seem to be honored reliably. That inconsistency makes it hard to plan for a special occasion, even though the food itself was outstanding.

We had a meeting there in the upstairs area. The wait staff was friendly and went out of their way to be accommodating - even making a fresh pot of coffee for my mom! We had buffet style dining which was absolutely delicious - potato salad and chicken schnitzel and black forest cherry cake! Yum! There was a very amusing duo playing some German music downstairs. Not my cup of tea at all but they were so funny and really hammed it up. Having said that, my life will not suffer at all if I never hear another accordion. The only drawback to the whole experience was the chairs. Very uncomfortable, hard wood and not suitable for any length of time - maybe that's the purpose?

Second time at Hollerbachs. After thinking about it, it all boils down to not enough staff. It was PACKED on a Wednesday night. Our food took over an hour to arrive and I am counting from the moment we sat down. We were hungry and a bit rushed as it was late and had a 2 hour drive ahead of us so maybe not the best decision to eat there at that time, but my dad is Bavarian and of course we are going to go! The vibe is awesome and jolly. One of the waitresses came and spoke German with my dad. He was happy. The food that evening was kind of slopped on our plate. We ordered sauerbraten and the gravy was EXTRA vinegary & everything on the plate pooled together. So perhaps the busyness of the evening affected the quality. So again…hire more staff please!

My moms German and she LOVES this place. We drive 2 hours just to go here once in a while, the food is so authentic and wonderful and the people are super sweet. Our waitress the last 2 times was Harley who is SO NICE!!!! One of the best waitresses ever! My mom always loves talking to Doris (her fellow German lady) too. Great place, wonderful wonderful wonderful :)

We arrived on a Friday night around 6pm and were told it would be a 40 minute wait. Only 15 minutes later I received a text that our table was ready! They were extremely fast in being able to accommodate us. The restaurant is very open and noisy, but that's all part of the appeal. It's just fun! They had live musicians, and every so often they would get everyone involved in a toast. It's very interactive and entertaining. Despite it being very busy, our server was friendly and attentive. Drinks came out quickly, and the food was hot and fresh. The server even brought my son's meal out in advance, which is always appreciated when dining with kids. The food was just delicious. I have nothing bad to say. Everything was so flavorful. Definitely need to try the dessert next time. We will definitely be back!

Food: the food was good. While most dishes are like $25, they are huge portions so it can be like two meals. The bread with the salad was hot but the bread basket was not so I was kind sad on that. Service: they are nice and friendly. They are super busy on the weekends so be ready for a wait. They do have a bar next door so have a drink while you wait. Ambiance: nice big room with tables pretty much jammed near each other so be ready to be close.

Stopped in for lunch because we were in the area and we were right in time for opening. Greeted promptly upon seating. Drinks and appetizer came out quickly. I ordered the triple decker sandwich. I'm afraid I overestimated my about one decker. It is huge and worth every bite. The family had their various meals; mom ate a croissant chicken salad sandwich. Dad had schnitzel and potato salad. Cannot remember what my son had, but he ate it up pretty fast. The staff was dressed festively. If not in a lederhosen, then in a Christmas-type outfit. Then there is the shop. One shop is souvenirs and shirts and knickknacks. The other shop further down is full of German meats and groceries and cheeses and snacks and candies. Perfect place to go for that friend who loves to travel.

Haufbrau German beer? He'll Yeah. Good eats, good vibes, and great staff. Grab yourself some German food to fill the belly. Will for sure return here.

Finally got to go and try this place and it was amazing! The menus are printed like newspapers which I thought were very cute and fun, and the foods portion size were big. At first I didn't know what to really order since it was my first time at a german restaurant and the servers were very helpful in recommending dishes. The schnitzel was seasoned well, and even though it was breaded, it didn't feel heavy, and the pickled cabbage had the perfect texture and crunch, making it pair well with the cutlet. The black forest cake wasn't overly sweet and it was light and moist. The cherries that were soaked in liqueur were a bit too strong but overall everything was delicious and I'd love to come back to eat through the rest of the menu!!!

The best thing I can say is the homemade 1000 island dressing is delicious! The flatbread apps are truly worth the money for great flavor. The potato pancakes were bland and tasteless. I ordered a Rueben and was so disappointed that I had 1 slice of deli style corned beef. Not fresh corned beef and It had no flavor, it was a skimpy sandwich for the price. Also, they over grilled it. The bread was burnt. We all (5) received our hot entrees except for the 6th one that ordered a Turkey club. We waited 8 more minutes for that last entree and nobody wanted to eat until we all had our food. My sandwich and limp fries were barely warm. It is very, very noisy from the place packing in the people and feeling squish in. There was music, too. This is not the place to be for socializing since you can't hear anyone over all the noise.

I really enjoy going to Hollerbach's German Restaurant. Every plate we ordered was really good, and the dessert was even better. The staff dress in traditional German outfits, which really adds to the experience. We went on Saturday evening, and they had live German music. Even if you don't live nearby, I definitely recommend making the trip and trying something new. It's absolutely worth it!

Hollerbach's is a very popular restaurant in Sanford, and there is good reason why! If you are looking for German food in a very lively atmosphere, look no further. Totally forgot to get a picture, but I definitely recommend starting with the Riesenbreze. It is a fluffy pretzel served with two delicious dips: a sweet mustard and Obazda. It's not a trip to Hollerbach's without one of the pretzels! Their menu has lots of German specialities and a wide variety of options. They have delicious wurst options, and I also really enjoy the Kase Spatzle. Honestly, everything we have tried on their menu has been delicious. Some options are fairly pricy, but they are good portions. Of course, there are plenty of beer options and you can even do the Das Boot. The atmosphere inside Hollerbach's is super special. It is loud and a bit chaotic, but also lots of fun. This won't be a good spot if you are looking for an intimate setting, but between people doing Das Boot, live entertainment, and the communal tables, there is a lot going on. If you are heading here on the weekend, be prepared for a bit of a wait to be sat and likely a bit of a wait once you have been seated. We were here on a Saturday night and waited about 35 minutes for a table and it took over 30 minutes to get our food once we ordered. The waitress was very communicative, but definitely plan some extra time to enjoy your meal here!

Hollerbach's is an institution at this point -- it's lively, it's friendly, and it's delicious. They're almost always packed, with a line out the door, so I recommend making a reservation ahead of time if you can, especially if you have a big group. If you're seated in the Lodge, the atmosphere is super cool and rustic! It honestly felt like we were in a Bavarian tavern. If you get a table in the main room, it's kinda bare and basic looking, but you have a better view of the live music. No matter where you sit though, the service is cheery and you're gonna have a good time. The food here is hearty and delicious. Don't come here if you're on a diet -- everything is pretty much meat, potatoes, or carbs (there are a select few veggie side dishes though). They also have some pretty good vegetarian dishes too. We enjoyed everything we ordered. The Hungarian Goulash was flavorful and hearty, my Rubenstein was amazing (I loved the corned beef), and the Black Forest Cake was one of the best I've had (it was rich and fluffy). Parking was easy to find and we enjoyed walking around downtown Sanford afterwards. Highly recommend.

This restaurant in historic Sanford was a very entertaining German dining experience. The waitress that seated us was visibly annoyed when we asked to sit near the back instead of the front, but the visit got better from there. They had many varieties of pilsners and German wheat beers to choose from- the Erdinger Hefe was smooth and refreshing. Our food took about 45 minutes to come out, which was annoying since the restaurant wasn't close to full. When the food did come out, it was great. the Eisbein- giant pork shank- which was delicious and filled me up (I'm 6'3). Their dishes come with a lot of sauerkraut as well. They had live polka music, which was fun- the performers got the audience involved and let us take a selfie with them. I was slightly disappointed because they used to have live jazz performances, but they stopped doing them- a tragedy for all the jazz folks out there.

This is always a good time. The interior is set up like a beer hall with large tables close to each other. The servers are always ver nice and helpful. The schnitzel is tender and very good. Definitely a fun place to come with a large group

I'm not sure what can be said that hasn't already been said. We were seated immediately at 5:30 on a Wednesday. Our German accented server took drink orders and brought a glass of Cabernet and a small pilsner while we perused the menu. I ordered the jäger schnitzel. My wife ordered the salmon. Mine was a crispy thin pork cutlet with hunters gravy, served with spaetzle and a side of red cabbage. It was a lot of food but I finished it all. The salmon was served with an herb butter on top with mash and fresh sautéed veggies. Very nice. We were seated in a large room with many tables, some inches away. Most were occupied by the time we left. It's a popular place. We saved a tiny but of room for dessert and shared the bee sting cake, almond flavored with a vanilla custard center. Incredible! We exited through the bar area, a very attractive wood paneled venue. We would ask to be seated there next time. It's a little more intimate. And there will be a next time.

A friend told us about Hollerbach's German Restaurant so we decided to try it today. It did not disappoint! I really would like to give it a 4.5 rating but since I can't, gave it a 4 star review. My husband got the Kleiner Sauerbraten served with gravy, spatzle and red cabbage. He thought it was very good. I tried it and it was not my favorite. He did say the red cabbage was the best he has ever had. My sister got the Red Reubenstein with a side of German potato salad. She said it was absolutely delicious and she licked her plate clean. Her partner got the pork shank served over mashed potatoes with sauerkraut. He raved about his meal. I got the two sausage plate with sauerkraut and German potato salad. The bratwurst was the best I have ever had but I wasn't crazy about the mettwurst sausage. The sauerkraut was also delicious and I like the way they prepared the German potato salad. It was different from most I have had but really enjoyed it. For dessert, we got the Bierkuchen cake. Best cake in my life!!! If you go, definitely try it. They also have a little store with a bakery so we bought a slice of the German chocolate cake and the Black Forest cake to bring home.

We came to Sanford specifically to go to Hollerbach restaurant. I am part German and grew up in Munich and Augsburg so trying out a German restaurant was important. Quite a large menu, but I chose the Goulash! It was delicious! Not spicy but tasty. Very filling. The bread and butter was out and out German! The butter was whipped and had a hint of sour cream. The bread... absolutely German! My husband had the Jägerschnitzel, Spätzle, and blue cabbage. True Gernan! Crispy on the outside and juice on the inside! We ordered "bee sting" (Bienenstich) and my husband ordered a beerkuchen. Although good, I feel the bee sting was not quite right. We ordered two Sauerbratens to take home!!! Cherish was great waitress . Very attentive . The Restaurant had the German decor. Nice ambiance with the Bavarian music

After almost five years living in Sanford, I finally checked Sanford's staple restaurant. What a great place! Great food, live music and atmosphere. I have not had German food besides the German pavilion at EPCOT, so I was excited to try a local spot. When we got the menu, it was a little confusing. It is in the form of a newspaper. There's lots of information and it could be overwhelming. So if you have questions about the menu don't be afraid to ask. We sat indoors where we could enjoy the music up close. The tables are set up picnic-style (long tables), so you might end up sharing with other parties and it makes it feel like a true German beer hall experience. This was a great spot, and the food was delicious. I can see why people love it so much!

I am still confused about a few things (and one of them is how to pronounce any of the meals here), but overall I still give it five stars. Long tables, entertainment, loud, pretty much what you expect by the description. The Riesenbreze - a Gigantic Bavarian pretzel served with sweet mustard and Obazda, a savory spread made with cream cheese, onions, sweet paprika, beer and Gemütlichkeit - was amazing. One of the better pretzels I have had anywhere. The beer comes in various sizes -- from normal to, to be shared sizes. For me the best part of the experience was the Eisbein - This skinless, bone-in pork shank is one of the most flavorful and tender cuts of meat you'll ever taste! Our delicious pan-seared Eisbein is served with Sauerkraut and Heaven & Earth potatoes. Yes, the meat is really that good. However, I was never a fan of sauerkraut, and the Heaven and Earth potatoes -- yes, I managed to not like those either. Just give me the meat next time! Service was there whenever needed. They helped match a first-timer's questions in the right direction for an outstanding meal. Now, another question: what is that quiet place off the restrooms and also accessible from the outside? Maybe you can come here and skip the entertainment? They do have places for very large groups, too which could be something to consider if you are in search for one.

I don't go out for German food, but I had just finished a hike with My Husband and he's been wanting to try this German restaurant for a long time and since we did our hike in this area, I said let's do it. Wow, was I blown away by the art office, authenticity of all the food that we ordered. The flavors the freshness was so delicious. Live entertainment to the German heritage with the instruments. Crowd, participation, entertain, entertaining, funny, and really enjoyable experience. Waiters and waitresses outfits authentic to the German heritage. I don't eat the sausage but on the menu there's something for everybody. You definitely need to experience one time and once you experience it, you will be definitely going back again and again.

What a fun experience! The tables are arranged in rows and the place is filled with live German polka music. Very loud and fun, a great spot for a group of friends or family. Our hostess was a bit rude because we asked to sit in the back instead of the front (and the restaurant wasn't full). The menu is displayed on a cute newspaper and offers a lot of German classics. We had a variety of different meats that were very tasty. The only downside side was that the food took around 45 minutes to come out.

Great pick and had a good time. Food was super good and the service was amazing. If you are in Stanford this is the place. Also, the music is great

The food was fantastic! It was Oktoberfest so we got Das Boot. The atmosphere and people were amazing and we had a great time!

We went on a Thursday afternoon at 3pm the restaurant was almost empty. The perfect timing for us. Had a Greek salad and Flammkuchen vom Garten a German flatbread which we had in Strasburg. It was very good.

Had dinner here on a recent trip to Orlando. This German restaurant is about 40 min northeast in Sanford Fl. It has been in business over 20 years. Very large with communal seating. Also small outside dining area. The food and service were excellent. They serve authentic German food. Plenty of good German beer to go with it. The large soft pretzel and German potato pancakes were the best apps. They serve all the favorites such as several types of Snitzel, Saurbraten, sausages, Goulash, and pork shank. Each entree comes with 2 sides such as red cabbage, spatzel, fries, salad and sauerkraut. There are several desserts such as apple strudel and German chocolate cake. This place is located in the town and parking is on the street. They do offer call ahead seating.

We came last minute and sat out side in to people watch , such a great ideal because it was 10/10 Very big beers !!! We all enjoy that A casual place to grab some decent food You have to eat you food hot if you wait to log it will cool done and won't be as great

Very disappointed. My Salmon dinner was cold. The potatoes were rock hard and burnt. The squash was soggy and cold. And the salmon tasted horrible. This Restaurant is really going downhill.

Wunderbar ! Being that I'm half German, I'm so picky about my German restaurant choices and Hollerbachs is the 5 stars! I love the food, the bier and when they have live entertainment. Service is always wonderful here and the servers engage with the table and share their stories and insights which we love. Ambiance is perfection and it reminds me so much of the restaurants back home in Germany, especially the roof top ! They have 2 stores as well where you can find clothing and groceries and baked goods. It's perfection and we've been coming here for over 10 years .

Updating my review from six years ago. I loved it then. I still love it now. We came here one evening for a nice dinner with family. We've always loved the location, as it is right smack dab in the middle of the very stroll-able downtown Sanford. I always check out the local art co-op and the used book store when I'm within one mile of downtown Sanford. I love it. Nestled right in the middle of the little empire that Hollerbach's is building, is the flagship restaurant. You can't miss it. The patio is huge and stunning and fun-looking. The inside feel like you're in some sort of German wood cabin. Very warm and inviting, with various German knickknacks all over the walls. Giant windows outlooking onto the street, rows and rows of communal bench-style seating that forces you to sit next to strangers, and the big stage at the front of the restaurant for live music really set off the aesthetic for this place. One of the best in Orlando. Not kidding. As for service, I'm sure they have to staff as minimally as possible. Budget cuts and the state of the economy and all. But our poor server was run absolutely ragged with the amount of tables he was serving that night. It was a Saturday night, probably the busiest night of the week for them, but still, I hope someone called out and this wasn't their standard staffing model. In the end, though, we never went without refills for long, and the food still came out, and while it wasn't right, our server made it right the moment we asked him. Bravo to this guy. He earned his tip that night, that's for sure. As for the food. I cannot say enough how good it was. It's not Michelin star butter poached snapper or anything, but what they attempt to do, they achieve at a six star level of execution. The finest German food I've ever had. We started off with the Riesenbreze (Gigantic Bavarian pretzel served with sweet mustard and Obazda, a savory spread made with cream cheese, onions, sweet paprika, beer and Gemütlichkeit!). Just amazing. This giant thing had it all. The crispy exterior of a pretzel, the chewy inside, just the right amount of large salt sprinkled on top. And then the dips. The classic mustard that everyone looks to, and a very interesting spread that was very creamy and papriky, beery spread that I ate all up and licked the plate. Very good. My main course was the Jäger Schnitzel (A rich Hunter's pan sauce of brown gravy, wine, sautéed mushrooms and onions - with Spätzle mit Jäger gravy and Sweet Red Cabbage). This thing was massive, pounded flat, and fried to a crisp perfection. So perfect that even the thin meat inside wasn't even dry. Lovely. Even if it was dry, the deep, umami brown sauce would have taken care of that. Very nice pairing, and a very good pairing with the spätzle, those yummy little egg noodles. I loved this dish. It's in the running for what might be my last meal on earth if I got to choose. I also got to sample the Alpiner Schnitzel (Topped with Emmenthaler Swiss cheese and smoked ham with Heaven & Earth Potatoes and Gasthaus Salat). This was very nice as well. Same, lovely meat cutlet, but covered with a very potent smoked ham and a very Swissy Swiss cheese. No sauce, but none necessary. Served along with the best mashed potatoes I've ever had in my life. Looking back, I've said a lot of nice things about Hollerbach's, and I meant every single one of them. This five star review kind of makes me want to look back and make other five star reviews of mine down to four stars. This place really shined, and I can't wait to come back.

Always delicious and always super friendly staff here. Came for a birthday and had to try Das Boot (minimum of 5 people) and enjoyed some traditional German cuisine. I usually order the Jaeger schnitzel since I love mushroom and onion gravy . My husband loves the nurnberger sausage as his go to order. Saturday they do not take reservations so arrive early, otherwise definitely make reservations.

I came here with my family and everything went quite well. I ordered the Caesar salad and it was not that good the lettuce was quite bitter and it came with croutons and they were just soggy pieces of bread. But I also ordered the fries and they were amazing and the pretzels are delicious. The service was good the were nice and welcoming food came at a reasonable speed and the prices aren't that bad overall I rate it 7/10!

The food would be a solid 6/10, I got a pretzel and it was good i'd just say to much salt. My friend got a ceaser salad and french fries, the ceaser salad was ok and the french fries are good. The service was good just a little slow / behind. The ambiance is what you expect for a German restaurant, casual and busy. The only other issues here is that double booking can easily happen.

We dined at Hollerbach's for my friend's birthday, and he had two things on his mind: Das Boot and schnitzel. We went on a Sunday evening -- it wasn't crowded, but I'd definitely recommend making a reservation because this place usually gets packed. It's the perfect spot for both big groups and small gatherings. The live music added so much energy to the atmosphere, and the food was absolutely delicious! Huge shout out to our server, Jennifer, for taking care of us all evening and for making us feel like family while we dined there. For appetizers, I highly recommend the Riesenbreze Aufschnitt -- it's the perfect shareable starter. For your main course, you can't go wrong with the schnitzel, and don't even think about skipping dessert -- the Bee Sting Cake is heavenly. I ordered the Sauerbraten and added mushrooms to the gravy (pro tip!). The beef was a little on the dry side, but the rich gravy and mushrooms made up for it. Next time (and the time after that), I'll be going straight for the schnitzel. All in all, I love this lively gem in Sanford -- Hollerbach's never disappoints!

Pros: Ambiance is incredible. It's right in the heart of the very walkable downtown Sanford. Striking patio outdoors. And an amazing communal seating arrangement indoors. Really inviting. Really great. Food was very high quality. Lots of fun, sharable appetizers. Great textures and sauces and flavors in the entrees, as well. Really the high point of the restaurant is the food. Cons: No real cons. The service was the only detriment. The guy was doing his best, but it was a Full house. Perhaps the staffing ratio is off, or maybe someone called out. Either way, no harm no foul. Tips: If you are unfamiliar with German food, you have to try a schnitzel. The different combinations of meats and sauces and sides means there is a schnitzel for everyone. No matter what you get, you HAVE to get a side of the Heaven & Earth Potatoes. They are the best mashed potatoes I have ever eaten. Trust me.

I hate to say this, but we were a bit disappointed with Hollerbach recently. My husband was so looking forward to rouladen night. They only have it four times a year right now. The meat was so overcooked. My chicken was pretty dry also. The potato pancakes were really good, but I think those would be hard to mess up. We will definitely be back for Oktoberfest, but probably not for dinner again. The apple strudel was really good.

The food is always phenomenal. I recommend one of the schnitzels - you can choose your meat type and a variety of toppings. The alpiner schnitzel is my favorite. The meals come with recommended sides but they will let you swap them out very easily. The gurkensalat and sauerkraut are the best! The desserts are good portions and delicious - I prefer the Black Forest cake. There is a wide selection of authentic beer, including lemon and grapefruit radlers made in-house. The ambience is overwhelming when it is busy - it gets very loud and the seating is terrible because you can get stuck where you are with communal tables back-to-back. Service is good but it does get excessively slow when the restaurant is busy, like they are just slightly understaffed at that point. I still recommend it, especially if you can get in and out before 5pm.

Good service, food, and location. Glad we tried the pretzel and Jagersnitzel. Will return again.

Great food and service. Live band was fun. Recommend reservations. My wife and I both had Jagersnitzel with sweet purple cabbage and spatzel.

After visiting Germany this summer, I was intrigued if the food at Hollerbach would compare. To my tourist ass, it's pretty authentic compared to what I remember :P Really appreciate the concerted effort to maintain traditional German flavors and decor. Despite the restaurant being full, my partner and I walked in on a weekday and were seated at the bar with no wait. We seemed to be surrounded by regulars who chatted up the staff with familiarity. The atmosphere feels casual and inviting, from their humor-infused newspaper menu to the highlights reel rolling on their TV. SCHNITZEL SANDWICH (chicken): Comes with either salad or fries. Ever-so-lightly breaded with just enough seasoning to complement the chicken. Veg were fresh & the pretzel bun was perfectly sweet and salty. NOTE: At the time of visiting (Jan 2025), they were woefully understaffed and took almost an hour to get out our orders. We overheard the staff mentioning they haven't taken breaks or had coworkers call out... Felt really bad for them and wouldn't knock the restaurant for having this issue! But just a heads up that your order might take a while as they're dealing with all that.

Live music on a Sunday. We drive by it often, but this particular weekend Downtown Sanford also had food trucks and vendors out. We decided to walk around and part take in some of the shenanigans. A party of 3 for us, there was absolutely no wait. It was a little colder that day, we were asked if we would like indoor seating or outdoor. We said indoor, my uncle probably wouldn't have enjoyed outdoor seating. LOL! Seated right away, the waiter came over and got our drink orders. It's our first time in the restaurant. Sat near the stage, so it was a little hard to have a conversation and hear each other. But that's okay, we were going for the experience and German food! The waiter suggested a few items and we ordered. Food didn't come out hot, it came out warm, which was fine. All 3 of us enjoyed our food and definitely can cross this off our list. May be back again if we're in the mood for German. Parking is tight. It is downtown. Be careful where you park to not get cited or towed.

The atmosphere in this restaurant is so lively and fun! The staff is amazing and friendly and explained all the rules of the drinking games clearly. I really liked the flavor for the Schnitzel Champignon Art and it was so delicious! I would definitely opt for the veal upcharge. The Spätzle mit Soße (egg noodles) had a bit of a grainy texture that I didn't personally enjoy. The Heaven and Earth mashed potatoes had an interesting flavor from the apples and bacon! The Riesenbreze (giant Bavarian pretzel) was also so soft and beautiful, especially paired with the side dipping sauces. There's just a little bit too much course salt on the top for my liking, but nothing a little brushing off couldn't fix. The German Chocolate cake was incredible! I love how thick the coconut layers are and that it encases the whole slice. It was moist, sweet, and the perfect end to a fantastic dinner!

It is always a pleasure dining at Hollerbach's. Their main dining room was full with a waiting list, so the host recommended that we dine in their adjacent room, "The Lodge" with no waiting. Service was fantastic and prompt. Our food was delicious, as always. Their Schnitzel is amazing, as well as their Eisbein and Wurst Platters. Their selection of beers and wines is vast. Everything is always fantastic, which is why my family and I love making the drive to dine here and visit Downtown Sanford.

Hollerbach's had been on our "must-try" list for a while now. Every time we walked by for years, it was packed! After a recent trip to Germany where I loved the food, we decided to give it a try. We made a reservation for 6pm for 4 people, arrived early, and were seated right away. To our surprise (probably on the website somewhere and we missed it) we were seated at a table with other people. Luckily, both parties were smaller so we had a chair in between on both sides. Just beware of is if you're planning to visit and do not like sitting arm and arm with strangers. Everything had great charm. The menus were like newspapers and at 7pm live music started. Some of the workers were dressed in German attire but not as much as I expected. Now let's talk food. For an appetizer, we ordered the potato cakes. They were served cold and I've never had them like that. Paired nicely with the applesauce but wish they had been warm. For our meals, we had a variety which you can see pictured below. Everyone enjoyed their meals but agreed that my pork was the tastiest. When it came time for dessert, we ordered 2 slides of the Black Forest cake. Our mistake, but we had no idea it had cherries and it was disgusting! Overall, the food was about a 6.5/10. It's definitely better in Germany but nice to have a local restaurant like this here in Sanford.

Fun, loud, crowded place with good food. We loved the menu on the newspaper and the authentic eats. It's a crazy beer hall atmosphere with good service given how many people they serve. Seating is family style and very tight. Hard for conversations with friends, but very celebratory. I liked the traditional bratwurst best. Portions are good. Beer was okay. Prices are interesting as the sides are on the cheaper side cost wise but are $6 each for any extras. $100 plus tip for 3.

Awesome service fantastic German food trust me I look everywhere for good German food. This place hits all the marks great service too.

Family owned, authentic German restaurant situated in downtown Sanford. Our waitress was wonderful, made food selection suggestions and even told us the history of restaurant. The food arrived timely and tasted fresh. We were a party of 8 people total, as suggestion if you are coming with a small group, be prepared to sit with other parties. Most tables are extremely large (town hall styled). Place does get loud and there is live entertainment (check the schedule). Nonetheless would definitely return!

We came here for my wife's birthday along with some other family. The place was not too busy on a Thursday afternoon so it was a good time to go. My kids loved that the kids meal came with gummies and goldfish. They also danced to the live music playing. The restaurant has several screens around the dining area so no matter where you are seated you can see the musicians. The schnitzel was good but the fried Bologna was excellent i really enjoyed the german potato salad as well. We split a order of the peach bread pudding it was excellent honestly the best bread pudding I've ever had. Than had a very nice cider to was it all down. A great place for my wife's birthday.

Hollerbach's has been on my to visit list for a long time. I had heard great things about the restaurant from the phenomenal German food to the large on draft German beer options. My wife and I happened to be in the area so we decided to check it out. OMG! Hollerbach's lived up to the hype. I ordered a Kolsh on draft and it was nicely crisp and refreshing. For food we split a Riesenbreze, Potato Pancakes, and Jager Schnitzel. The Riesenbreze came out first. This giant pretzel was warm, salty, soft on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside. It paired perfectly with a flavorful cream cheese topped with paprika for dipping. The Potato Pancakes were soft and savory with a crisp outside and paired with creamy sour cream and sweet apple sauce. Finally, the Jager Schnitzel was phenomenal! Tender pork was topped with a crisp breading and a rich earthy mushroom and onion sauce. The side of cabbage was nicely juicy and tangy and the spatzel was soft and savory. Overall, Hollerbach's is a must visit and I hope to be back soon.

This restaurant has been on my husband's list of restaurants to try for some time now!We finally decided to make the drive while staying in Orlando. It was our first time to this delicious German restaurant and it did not disappoint! If you are looking for authentic German food, look no further! This restaurant is located in downtown Sanford. You have to park on the street. When we arrived we found a spot very easily, but I could see it being a hassle to park. They have outside dining as well as inside. When you arrive you will notice that some of the staff are dressed in German attire which is interesting. I've never been to Germany but the inside looks like what I'd expect to be authentic German decor. For appetizers we had German potato pancakes and a large soft pretzel. Both were delicious. For dinner I had Sauerbraten which was served with spatzle and sweet red cabbage. I also had a pint of Pilsner to go with my delicious German food. The service was EXCELLENT! While we were there we saw a birthday celebration who shared a Das Boot which looked fun. DAS BOOT HAUS RULES There must be at least four guests for the 2-liter Boot and five for the 3-liter Boot. Everyone must remain standing until Das Boot has been emptied! Das Boot should not touch the table until it's empty - it's bad luck! Do not clink other containers with Das Boot - the glass is very fragile! Keep the toe of Das Boot pointed towards Heaven when drinking. Remember, Das Boot is for celebrating and having fun. We will definitely return to this restaurant and I recommend if you are looking for authentic German food to give them a try!

I was very exciting to visit this restaurant as we are fans of German/Eastern European food. In particular, spaetzle is a favorite. First off, the staff are excellent - friendly, helpful and gracious. The ambiance is fun, great for families and large groups. The food however, is very average. The schnitzel was not crispy or thin enough. The mushroom sauce was dull, over thickened and flavorless. The steak was ok and the shrimp pasta one note. And the spaetlze was very average...

It's been so long since we've been to downtown Sanford. It won't be so long the next time. It was a lovely day for lunch with some longtime friends at Hollerbach's. Our server was very sweet and efficient, even though she was covering a large area. To be honest, the hostess was rather rude, but we didn't let that bother us. It's a fun atmosphere with inside and outdoor seating. Our friends wanted gluten-free, which is why we picked this place and they were very accommodating. One of our friends has a Pennsylvania Dutch family background and he said it was just like grandma made!

The atmosphere is lively and features traditional German decor and music. The food served is hearty and authentic, with good portions. Their beer selection offers a variety of German brews. The staff are welcoming and efficient. Hollerbach's provides a solid German dining experience. I would recommend it.