Gasthaus

The Gasthaus is second to the Heidelberg Cafe for my favorite German food here in the US. They have a much bigger and more broad menu including other European fare in addition to the German. I suggest you come hungry and not in a big hurry to eat because they're staff is somewhat small and their customer base is very big! Also drive slowly when you're approaching or you just might miss it. The haus itself is VERY small and easily passed. Parking is a little tricky too but believe me it's worth it!

What you see here is one of my favorite entrees on the menu - The Swiss. It's Black Forest Ham, spatzle, and swiss cheese cooked together and while you can order it with any side item I prefer to get more spatzle to mix with it. I can also say without a doubt they have the best spatzle and potato pancakes I've had stateside. The spatzle is perfectly seasoned, soft and buttery. Delicious!


Other items I have had that I can gladly recommend (though sadly I don't have any photos): the potato pancakes are a must. You can order just the pancakes which come with cooked applies and sour cream for dipping or you can order two potato pancakes cooked together with a layer of swiss cheese and black forest ham in between. We call it the German quesadilla and it is divine! The pretzel is wonderful as well as the cheese/sausage plate which are great appetizers. They have a variety of schnitzels to choose from - all of which are excellent - and a delicious chicken cordon bleu.

For dessert I cannot recommend the Raspberry Ganache Cake. Also while it takes a while for them to make the coffee since it's one cup at a time believe me it's amazing. I highly recommend it!