A great experience but a little slow for an American used to fast food. :). We were treated to a…read morecomplimentary appetizer from the chef and our waiter spoke English with a sense of humor. The salmon was cooked perfectly with an outstanding presentation Ditto for the creme brûlée I'm still trying to get used to the cost of food here.

From the owner: Willkommen in der Schanze am See Unser Küchenchef Jenrick…read moreAlbrecht und sein Team komponieren kulinarische Highlights mit frischen, saisonalen Produkten aus der Region. Als unsere Gäste genießen Sie die abwechslungsreichen Speisen und Getränke in einem hellen, freundlichen Ambiente direkt am schönen Einfelder See. Diese gastliche, maritime Umgebung, unsere klassisch moderne Küche und der aufmerksame Service verhelfen Ihnen zu einem rundum harmonischen Erlebnis.

Love the classic country German ambiance here. Food is solid, or at least it has been when we have…read morevisited. I hear they had a regime change and went a bit fancier, which would be tough clear out in the countryside, but the location is great so I hope they're successful.

This place is worth the journey for several reasons : the setting, the atmosphere, the food and the…read moreactual furniture shop. We went there on Easter sunday. About an hour's drive from Hamburg, this place is set in a lovely village in the country. What surprises the most at first is the very cosy atmosphere of the restaurant, perfectly lit with a great fireplace in each of the rooms. Nice and warm with very well chosen sofas and chairs it is indeed an extremely comfortable place to eat. The service was efficient and professional.The menu is very appetizing. My wife and I went there for lunch and each had the 'sauerfleisch' and the 'Wildsülze' which were both copious and excellent. We loved it and very much recommend it.