Wow. What can I say about this place? Where do I even begin? I guess at the beginning!
I first came here in 1997, as a guest of the company I was working with, that happened to be located in Hannover. It was already their go-to, so I knew it would be good- but I wasn't prepared for how good.
First of all, it's not on a main street, and even then, the entrance is hidden. But once you walk inside, it's a new world. There's a bar in the middle, and then tables all around it. It's old school meets modern, dark wood, and the walls are adorned with porcelain signs from the past. It seems dark, but it's lit well enough to see.
The menu (they have English ones as well) is extensive, and I have had nearly everything on it- every single thing I have had has been fantastic- but my favorite is the Steak Forsthaus- served in an iron skillet with potatoes...my mouth waters thinking about it.
I came here upon every visit to Hannover, which was very frequently for many years, until I moved on from the company, yet I still found myself in Hannover every year or two, and made a visit here. Several years have passed since my last trip to Hannover (thanks, Covid), but I finally made it back this summer- I walked in and it was like going back in time. The only difference this time was that the Steak Forsthaus was served on a plate, but it was just as good. I brought this fact up to the waitress and she said they still had the iron skillets, and on my next visit, they served it to me that way- now that's service!
I cannot say enough good things about this place, the food, the service, the decor, the ambiance- as good as you will find. Do yourself a favor- find this place, walk in and order a cold beer and take in the atmosphere... read more
