The food here was really good! We came on Father's Day and it wasn't crowded. I got the trout and it was super moist and crunchy on the outside. They also give you bread with garlic butter. My son loved the butter so the server gave us some to take home. Their pretzel and potato pancakes were also really good! read more

Bistro Mitte - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

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Being from Vienna, Austria, it was absolutely unbelievable to us what was served to us as schnitzel. I have never seen schnitzel looking like this anywhere in Austria or Germany. I recommend the cook to just look up how schnitzel should look like and learn how to make it. Breading texture was off as you can see in the photo: Classic schnitzel (especially Wiener schnitzel) should have: * An even, golden-brown color * A puffy, airy, slightly bubbly crust Ours looked: * Patchy * Flat * Dark in spots and pale in others That usually means: * Oil wasn't hot enough * Not enough oil (schnitzel needs to "swim" a bit) * Breading wasn't properly fluffed (crumbs pressed too hard) I can't believe we paid for the worst schnitzel we've ever had a higher price than the best schnitzels we have eaten in best restaurants in Austria or Germany. read more

Bistro Mitte - Schnitzel - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

We were here yesterday , August 8, a little after 5. The restaurant was big, with comfortable seats and attractive decor. After being seated by a female staff member, our server "Willy C" brought us complimentary bread and took our orders . The bread was delicious. When we requested more, he said "every table gets 2 pieces" (meaning each table cannot be served more than 2 pieces). He did eventually bring us an additional serving after we gave him an incredulous look. The potato pancakes were the best we have had. The Jager schnitzel was perfectly pan fried and well-seasoned (as was the potato pancakes), accompanied by a flavorful mushroom sauce. The pork shank, though came with very good red cabbage side, would have been much better if slow cooked longer for a more tender texture. The dessert was the big disappointment among the foods. Instead of being apple strudel with "nuts and raisins" as we had ordered, it was a measly buttery turnover with apple (mostly jelly) and cheese filling. All in all, this restaurant serves good, high quality food. The most unpleasant experience of the evening was our server. His bad attitude and passive aggressiveness dampened our evening. Frankly, I am surprised he is given the role of working with customers. We will definitely think twice if he were the only server on the floor on our next visit. The two female staff members we encountered at different times (shifts) were helpful and kind. They provided answers to our questions when we wanted to avoid communicating with Willy C. read more

Our second visit to Bistro Mitte was an awful disappointment. I am of German heritage, traveled through out Germany a few times. And many, many Oktoberfests. I make my own Schnitzel, Spatzle, Sauerbraten. We had an out of town guest. She picked German food. And since we were leaving the next day, of course we thought this was an excellent choice. I ordered the Pork Tenderloin Wiener Schnitzel with Pan Fried Hash. I get..... SPAM. SPAM!!! And not even any Schnitzel crust. With mashed potatoes!?! I brought the plate back to waitress and said I was served the wrong meal. She claimed they changed the menu?! To SPAM?! Also since I am lactose intolerant I cannot eat mashed potatoes. I brought my disgusting meal back to our table and said well... this is inedible. I cut into the SPAM. Real Meat is supposed to be flaky. This SPAM had....bubbles. It was so disgusting I almost.... My husband tried a bite and said no way. I told the waitress I can't eat any of this. So they brought me some Pan Fried Hash. The rest of the party shared their meal with me, while I stared at SPAM. A piece of cake was offered as any apology. Which I also could not eat due to dairy. Worst worst meal I have ever been exposed to. And had to pay for. read more

I should have given 4 stars for playing country music but I'm not that bad The kartoffelpuffers were made in the traditional way of shredding thin, then packing into a party and drying to a crispy golden brown. Very tasty (you might have to ask for ketchup, the applesauce doesn't go far)! The pretzel was standard fare, also toasted to a crispy crust, served with honey mustard and a cheesy sauce. Also very good (better than you get at Oktoberfests)! read more

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We were ready to try a new place and happened to walk by this place. A very pleasant young man greeted us and seated us outdoor. Riza made our dining experience very pleasant. We started off with their Bavarian Pretzel which was freshly made, lightly salted, and served with a honey Dijon mustard that I could not get enough of and Spundekäs (pronounced shpoon-deh-kess) which is a creamy, spiced cream cheese spread. We also tried the Meatball Appetizer (Konigsberger Klopse) which was thiese meatballs in a creamy caper sauce. Our expectation was building up for sure. We decided to order three entrees to share. We loved the Grilled Angus Ribeye served with this rich homemade Spaetzle pasta. The Chicken Breast Jäger Schnitzel is served with Pan-Fried Potato Hash and mushrooms with herbs demi glaze sauce. This was more like comfort food to share since it was a huge serving. The Bratwurst was served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red Cabbage & German mustard. There were two sausages which makes this a shareable dish as well. We would have ordered dessert but we were very full with leftovers to enjoy. Outdoor space was comfortable. Indoors was airy and pleasant as they keep the front windows open. A great place with delicious food and outstanding service! read more

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We met up on a Sunday afternoon here, since none of us have ever had German food before. Parking was a little busy since Sunday is San Carlos' farmers market day, but it was easy to get seated right at opening at 11 am. We opted to sit in their outdoor dining space, since it was a nice day but the overhead was covered, providing the perfect environment. It was our waitress' first day at the restaurant, but she did a great job attending to us! Most of us ordered schnitzels (I ordered a Chicken Breast Schnitzel) and a variety of beers. We also ordered the German Molten Cake and Apple Streusel to share for dessert. The schnitzels are Huge!! I only ate half of mine, saving the rest of it for a future meal. You can tell it was freshly breaded and cooked, and it went really well with the cream sauce. My friends all really enjoyed their schnitzels. The desserts were absolutely divine. The apple streusel was served warmed, which made it go well with the a la mode. The chocolate molten cake was freshly baked, and the chocolate ooze was perfect. This was a great spot to come out to experience German food! Nice unique find as there's not many German spots in the Bay Area. read more

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Service is excellent, Food is good, not salty or heavy on any seasoning. Brats are also delish Good spot in San Carlos read more

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Wonderful service and intimate vibes. The potatoes are so delicious! The german rolls are a great pick for apps. I Loved the Hanover sausage. My partner got the Pork Schnitzel and enjoyed the jager Sauce with it. He mentioned it was very crunchy and super filling. Would love to be back to try more! Really recommend ig you've never had German food before. Lava cake for dessert is very sweet and split delightfully between the two of us. read more

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Like my coworker said, the word "Bistro" for a German restaurant might mean it's like a cafe and to lower our food expectations. Came here for lunch and it was empty which is never a good sign. First off the service was great, no complaints there. The food however was very bland. The sausage I got tasted like underseasoned pork. That's it. The mashed potatoes tasted like they're from a TV dinner and so did the cabbage and sauerkraut. Just complete underwhelming. I'd rather have some name brand chicken apple sausage from a packet in the grocery store. My coworker's pasta was greasy and lukewarm, but I think the saddest dish was their strudel. Nothing like a cold apple strudel with like a couple of raisins and barely any flavor for like $10. More than underwhelming, just plain sad. Personally I can't see this place surviving in San Carlos. read more

Bistro Mitte - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

Vibes: 4/5 Service: 2/5 Drinks: n/a Food: 3.5/5 Value: 4/5 Bistro Mitte means bistro downtown. But Mitte also means middle, which is a pretty appropriate rating for this place. Before I get to the food. I have to address the service, or better the lack of it. -I was completely ignored at the front door by the two staff members who just kept walking past me. -When approaching the bar to place my to-go order, the woman working behind the counter didn't immediately approach me when she saw me and instead straightened things. -There was no warm greeting when she finally came over. - Since the menu lists the German name of the dish I placed an order for the Schweinshaxe only to be corrected by her with a "You mean pork shank." ugh - No indication was giving how indication how long my to-go order would take. -I wasn't offered any beverage or water while I waited even though it was a hot day and it was rather warm inside the restaurant. There was ZERO German hospitality, which was very disappointing Food: -Bavarian Pretzel (4/5): the pretzel itself was pretty good. Some salt and Lauge, and was nice and soft. I also really enjoyed the mustard they provided. I'm not sure what the yellow dip was, but it looked and tasted like runny mayo rather than cheese. A hard pass! -Schweinshaxe (3.5/5): This was the main reason why I came here. A traditional haxe is rather large and has a ton of crispy skin (my favorite part) encasing juicy pork meat. To my disappointment, they don't give you the full shank (the portion was small) and it was pretty much skin-free. There was a small piece of skin on the side which was very soggy, indicating that they don't just bake it as indicated on the menu, but likely braised (either fully or to finish it). The flavor was nice, but not at all what I was looking for. The accompanying mashed potatoes and red cabbage were good but in dire need of salt and pepper. -Honey cake (4.7/5): The cake itself was amazing: I'm not sure why they chose to cover the cake in raspberry sauce which overpowers the flavor of the cake. So when you place your order, ask them to skip the decor ;) I originally was impressed with the lower prices of the apps and main dishes compared to other German restaurants in the Bay Area. But after seeing how small and not authentic the Haxe was, I would rather get it from the other establishments. Not sure if I would try this place again due to the service, but the food is worth a try. read more

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My first time here and this restaurant makes a good first impression. First of all the service is attentive and the bread is great, but it is the herbaceous, garlic compound butter that was the standout item for the whole meal. I mentioned this and my waiter made certain to add an extra portion of the butter in my to go bag. Expect to take home leftovers because portions are large. I haven't had schnitzel since I was in Germany in 1984, but on this cold Sunday night, it sounded good. I opted for Jǎger Schnitzel with mushrooms and pork tenderloin. I also chose German style potato salad in lieu of house fried potatoes. The vinegary potato salad with pickles and capers had a little of textures, crunch and bright pops of flavors. Hungry as I was, I quickly consumed half of the elevated, crispy, tender pork - which stayed crunchy, even after dousing in the mushroom demi-glace. I brought home a huge meal for my son. A welcome new addition to Laurel Street offering unique German dishes. read more

Bistro Mitte - Enormous hearty Jäger Schnitzel sub potato salad - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

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I wanted to try something different for my Birthday dinner. I felt like German food. Quick search and I find Bistro Mitte. The reviews look good on Yelp. There is some concern on other sites saying menu changed or name changed or something... I almost changed my mind but thought what the heck. What's the worst that can happen? It's no good? So we don't return.... I'm glad we went. There was three of us. We ordered some non alcoholic beers, they brought out bread that was hot and delicious with a herbed butter. We ordered apps 1. My husband got the Curry wursts- omg this is delicious! 2. I got the Spätzle - delicious. Yes its shape is different, but it's amazing! 3. Friend got the Lentil soup yum Dinner 1. Cordon bleu -fabulous 2. Chicken Schnitzel very tasty 3. Beef Rouladen amazing Black Forrest cake scrumptious! JayJay was super nice. Great atmosphere and excellent food. read more

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Six of us had a wonderful lunch on Monday. We all agreed that the dining room was nicely decorated and very comfortable. The female staff was very patient with our many questions and helpful. Although we took forever to order, she was kind and pleasant. The food was really tasty! I had a beet salad and chicken schnitzelI with mushroom sauce. It was so good and also enjoyed the leftover later too! I would definitely return and like to try other items on the menu and beer/wine. Thank you!! read more

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My wife and I were in for something different on Laurel Street, and it has been many moons since we had German food, so here we came... Bratwurst: 4/5. It came with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut and red cabbage and all were quite good. I forgot how spicy German mustard is (not very), and that worked best on the Ditmer's Brat--which has a very nice savory flavor. Overall a winner. read more

My friend and I were meeting up for lunch and since I had never been to Bistro Mitte, I suggested that we try it. She works in San Carlos and had never been either. We practically had the entire place to ourselves, since there was only one other small party there. Fresh bread and butter was brought to our table immediately after we ordered, which was a great start. The crust had a nice crunch and the herb butter was surprisingly very flavorful. We shared two entrees, the bratwurst and the portobello mushroom jager schnitzel. The bratwurst came with two plump sausage links, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, red cabbage and German mustard. We also added the currywurst sauce. The portobello mushroom arrived with two deep fried mushrooms, Jager sauce, mashed potatoes and vegetables. Everything was incredibly delicious! The bratwurst were not dry at all! The sausage paired really well with the sauerkraut and both sauces. The red cabbage was perfectly seasoned and not too sweet. The portobello mushrooms had a great crunch and it wasn't greasy at all. The Jager sauce was really savory and tasty. I really enjoyed the vegetables that was served with the mushrooms. They were seasoned well and perfectly cooked, not mushy at all. Our server was very kind and didn't rush us at all. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience. I ca't wait to go back with the family and try other dishes! read more

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We stopped here for lunch today because it was convenient and we've been wanting to try this restaurant now for a while. We asked the waiter if it was possible to get service in time to be out an hour later for a kid's soccer game and he assured us we would be. He was right. The service was terrific. Our waiter was funny, personable, and very attentive. Because it was lunch, I did not choose one of the heavier dishes that I thought I would enjoy like rouladen, but instead picked the Thuringer bratwurst, which was accompanied by red cabbage, as well as white and potatoes. The dish was excellent, although given that Ditmer sausages always are excellent, I'm not surprised. What convinced me of the authenticity and quality of the cooking was the potato salad. If you don't find dill pickle and a very clear vinaigrette on a potato salad, it is not German. This most definitely was, and we loved it. The pork weiner schnitzel was also excellent as was the frankfurter sausage, although the thuringer had more flavor. The beer (Dunkle) we had was the perfect drink with the food. We all agreed to return soon for a full dinner. Great addition to Laurel Street!! read more

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Went here after an afternoon of walking around Fioli Gardens so we were pretty hungry! Had reservations for 8 and got seated pretty quickly. The service was friendly and pretty fast. We got the Spaetzle and Bavarian pretzel (2) as appetizers! OMG they were amazing! The pretzel came with a cheese sauce and a honey dijon mustard. I would suggest - eating it with the cheese sauce first so you can get the flavor because once you dip in the honey dijon - you want that full on flavor! The pretzel was pretty spot on - we had gone to Germany and tried all kinds and this one was pretty good. The spaetzle was a little different than what I was used to? It was thin and long - like chopped up spaghetti noodles - where the ones I'm used to are more curled? BUT regardless the flavors were so good and texture was perfect. That caramelized onion in the sauce really makes the flavors POP!! Could have gotten another order but luckily we didn't. Most of us got either the schnitzels (Jager) or the German Beef Rouladen. Nephew just got the hamburger but he seemed to really enjoy it! :) First off the schnitzels were so tender and juicy on the inside and crunchy on the outside - and the Jager sauce (Mushroom) - honestly you can't go wrong. My dad LOVED the potatoes - the way they cut it had flavor all around. Needed a bit of salt but I love that they let you decide how salty you want it. The salad was "eh" with very little dressing but it provided me less guilt cause I did eat my veggies! :) We actually tried the pork and the veal. Veal was delicious - a bit thin but the pork was AMAZING. Very juicy and next time I'm going for the pork... Hubby and middle got the German Beef Rouladen - it's beef that has been pounded and rolled with their mustard, bacon, onions and pickles and came with a wine gravy/sauce on top of mashed potatoes - they also got veggies and pickled cabbage. I wish our schnitzel had picked cabbage - it was delicious - cuts the heaviness of the food and more effective that a a salad of spring greens. Overall we definitely will go back - in fact this will be my choice for girls get together when it's my turn to choose!! LOL read more

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I've been keen to try Bistro Mitte since it opened. I've always been jealous that downtown Mountain View has Ludwig's. I finally got a chance to try it today and I was very disappointed. Service started okay, but a little slow. Where things went off the rails was the food. First I received a different beer to the one I ordered and told they didn't have the one on the menu. The schnitzel was just ok. The main issue was the jager sauce did not taste at all like jager sauce and tasted strongly of vinegar. The side veggies were all overcooked. The bratwurst plate we ordered came out room temperature. When we flagged it, they reheated (and charred) the bratwurst, but left the overcooked sides unheated and room temperature. It arrived back after we were done with the other food. We weren't checked on again. We had to go inside to pay as our waitress just simply never returned. Really subpar experience all around, and won't be back. Two stars only because my kids liked the fries and pretzels. read more

Prost to the Pints, but the Brat Needs a Boost! If you're looking for a place where the staff are as warm as your first sip of gluhwein in winter, look no further than this bierhaus! The servers are a delight--like an Oktoberfest hug in human form. They've got a great selection of traditional German beers on tap, which is fantastic, because nothing says "I'm cultured" like sipping on a fine Pilsner while contemplating the mysteries of life. And for those who like to keep it classy, there's even a wine list! Because nothing says "Germany" like pairing your weinerschnitzel with a fine Cabernet, right? Speaking of food, it's a bit of a mixed bag. The weinerschnitzel? Pretty good! Crisp, flavorful, and makes you feel like you're in the heart of Bavaria. But then there's the bratwurst. Ah, the bratwurst. Let's just say it's not quite the wurst but could definitely be better. It's like they took a detour through Kansas before landing on my plate. I mean, I've had more authentic brats at a baseball game. So, come for the beers, stay for the banter, and maybe skip the bratwurst if you're a purist. Prost! read more

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We were so excited to try this restaurant because it's German, and until now we've had to track to Palo Alto for German food. I'm so glad we went here! It can get packed, especially in weekends. So definitely make reservation. The food was wonderful! Everything was lovely, but I think our favorite was the schnitzel. Can't wait to come here again. We are already talking about coming back! Very sad that we didn't leave room for dessert. Prices are so reasonable considering how wonderful the food is! read more

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Overall, our experience was very good, but there were a few things that could have been better to make for a near perfect dinner. Among the highlights: - Excellent, attentive service - Nice ambience - Delicious schnitzels with a variety of toppings and choice of protein (chicken, pork, or veal) - A tasty pretzel with an awesome mustard relish - Spatzle dumpling baked in cheese with a lot of crunchiness - Red cabbage side dish - A variety of German beer on tap What could have been better: - The potato hash that comes with most dishes had no flavor. Simple seasonings or the mustard relish could have corrected this. - The sauerkraut side dish was not on par with most. - The apple strudel was hard to cut and not on par with most. read more

Bistro Mitte - Delicious schnitzel and chicken cordon bleu - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

Delighted to have a new German spot in San Carlos. Bistro Mitte is solid - with radler and other German beers on tap, a really good pork schnitzel (that mushroom sauce was soooo good!), and different home-made sausages too. The environment, like its service is casual and chill - as if you've been transported to a neighborhood restaurant in Germany. We especially appreciated the chef coming out to say hello to us. Seeing how much we loved the mushroom sauce, he asked if we wanted extra sauce, and personally brought out some for us. Awesome. Thanks again, chef! read more

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If you like German food, you'll want to try this place. I've gone 3 times just in July! Their schnitzels are so yummy! The restaurant had a fun atmosphere and the service is excellent! We went their for a friends birthday and without even asking they brought her a piece of cake! Just so thoughtful! I love this place! read more

This is a new German restaurant located in downtown San Carlos. I thought the experience was neat since I don't see a lot of German restaurants around these parts. Service was nice and prompt except for the beer my friend ordered at the beginning didn't show up until we had to ask for it again. They have bread on the side which I thought was tasty. However, a lot of German food is very carb heavy so I'm not really sure if you need extra bread... We started with the Bavarian pretzel and it was solid. But it was of course carbs so it's definitely a snack / appetizer. We ordered the spaetzle and it did taste like upleveled mac and cheese. It was not bad? Just a bit too heavy for me to eat this all the time. Once again another carb though heh. We got some schnitzel and the pieces of meat they give you are quite large. I had to take some home. I tried mine with the capers sauce and felt that to be a hint too sour for me to eat this all the time. I did like the Jaeger schnitzel sauce better since it was more of a white creamy sauce so I'd consider getting that next time. The meat was very thin and breaded nicely, not super oily. I did feel super heavy after I left dinner though. I guess next time I could just use one carby appetizer! read more

A newish restaurant in San Carlos that offers a different cuisine on Laurel - some delicious, authentic German food. We came here for a weekday lunch during the holiday break, and there was plenty of seating, both inside and outdoors. They have a kid's menu, which I wasn't aware of, which made things even better. I was able to order a cheese spaetzle and chicken schnitzel with fries for the little ones, while my husband got the paprika schnitzel and I got the jager schnitzel. Pork is the default protein although you can also choose to upgrade to chicken or veal. Be warned - the schnitzel serving size is big! My husband and I should have just shared. He wasn't really a fan of his paprika sauce - it was very similar to a red salsa and didn't pair as well with his schnitzel. I, on the other hand, loved the jager sauce - it's a creamy, mushroom gravy and is so savory and delicious. I only wish there was more of it that came on the plate. Both meals came with a fresh, side salad. The schnitzel itself is nicely pounded so it's a thin meat with a light coating of breadcrumbs and fried so it's nice and crispy, but not greasy. Their spaetzle here is like a German version of mac and cheese - so rich and cheesy, it's sure to be a kid (and adult) favorite. read more

If I could give this place a 10 out of 5 I would!! This food is absolutely delicious and affordable! Everything tasted fresh, the chicken Schnitzel wasn't heavy at all. The Jäger and curry sauce is absolutely delicious. I really recommend getting half hash and half red cabbage! The place itself is clean and cute! The waitstaff is very nice. I DEFINITELY recommend coming here read more

Bistro Mitte - Chicken Schnitzel - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

Everything is so good!! The food and the service. I can't remember the last time I've had German food.. I ordered the Wiener schnitzel with lemon. Even the jäger schnitzel is delicious with the mushroom sauce. Ours came with salad but we ordered a side of red cabbage. That's delicious!!! The only oddity was the music!! It was country, Amy Winehouse, more country. I hoped for German music. Or none...it's really not necessary for dinner!! We shared the German chocolate cake for dessert. It was SO moist. read more

Bistro Mitte - The restaurant - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

Staff was fantastic. Very attentive. Food, decent. Bavarian? Maybe an off day. Will try again.

The extensive menu has something for everyone! Had a birthday celebration here for a party of 16 and the staff really came through for us. Crazy ordering with so many people but wait staff were all very patient with us and took it all in stride. My only complaint is that the pork schnitzel was on the thin side and tough/chewy, strange since it was so thin already. Gotta step it up a few notches to match ones I had in Germany. The chicken schnitzel was very good, though. read more

I just had a wonderful meal with my husband at Bistro Mitte. Go yourself for high quality food in a flavor profile you don't get everyday in the Bay Area. I was really impressed with the options on the menu because they offer schnitzel and pretzels and sauerkraut like you'd expect but they also have salads and fish, so you can get a classy dinner or some really nice comfort food depending on your mood. Every aspect of the meal was good. They offer great German beers on tap and the server gave me a good recommendation. I knew I had to write a review when they brought out lightly toasted bread with herbed butter right after we sat down (delicious!). I had salmon as my main dish. It was seasoned and cooked perfectly and the potatoes and vegetables that came with it were good accompaniments. We also tried the sauerkraut, but I'm no expert on that. I would definitely order it again. To top off a great meal, we had Black Forest Cake for dessert. It was fresh and moist with a nice balance of flavors. I will be back to try the honey cake and the homemade lava cake. read more

Bistro Mitte - Salmon, sauerkraut, and sour beer - German Near Me - San Carlos, California

Awesome food, service and setting. We had pork schnitzel with cream caper sauce, bratwurst and pretzel. So good! Highly recommended!

Visited Bistro Mitte with my in-laws and had a great experience overall. The service was excellent--attentive and friendly throughout the evening. Restaurant was clean and welcoming. Great for groups or date night. We ordered the pretzel, spaetzle, Jäger schnitzel, and bratwurst. Everything was tasty, but the Jäger schnitzel was a little underwhelming and could have used a more exciting flavor. Next time, I'd probably try a different dish. The beer menu was impressive and offered a lot of variety, which we really appreciated. Overall, a solid choice for German cuisine with great service. read more

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The food is delicious. It's also the most authentic German food I've had since we lived in Freiburg. And they were so nice!

*Parking: Located in the pedestrian only section of downtown San Carlos, there's street parking or little lots nearby. *Experience: We got here around 6pm on a Tuesday for a party of 3 and was seated immediately. Everyone was extremely friendly! We asked what was the most popular items on the menu and was introduced a couple top picks and they were all solid choices. *Food: We were served complimentary bread when we waited for our mains. I ordered the pork jager schnitzel and my husband got the beef rouladen. Both were really well made! The pork cutlet was super juicy and crispy. The beef was super tender. Both dishes were well-balanced entrees as it included veggies, protein, and carbs. We trusted the recommendations so much that we also asked for a recommendation on beer. We really enjoyed the food and can't wait to come back to try other items! read more

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Extremely disappointing experience. I went to this German bistro in Mitte and honestly, it was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. its eve hard to say German The food was shockingly bad bland, poorly prepared, and totally lacking quality. On top of that, the place had a strange, musty smell that made it hard to enjoy anything. The overall vibe was depressing and uncomfortable. I lost my appetite completely and just wanted to leave. Would not recommend this place to anyone. read more

The cucumber salad with chicken was awesome! Great food and service. Menu was so full of choices need to go back again soon to try more.

Food was delicious and service was good. The schnitzels, rouladen and pork shank were all very tender and flavorful. Large selection of german beers. Gets busy around 6:00. Go early for a quiet dinner. read more

The beer and vegan pasta is really good here. If you're feeling miserable the food here will brighten your day. This is definitely comfort food. The Bavarian pretzels here are really good too, mmm that cheese and honey Dijon. read more

Finally a German place right on Laurel! Took my German coworker and he agreed the look and taste is fairly traditional, in case anybody was wondering =) While we wanted to order one of everything, for our first time we got the rouladen and pork schnitzel, both were delicious and totally hit the spot! Rouladen I can't even explain... kinda like a flat beef piece stuffed with mustard onions bacon and pickles, and rolled and baked. Super good but if you dont like pickles skip it (or try to ask for without?) Because that's what makes this so extra good. Between the beef mustard bacon and pickles kinda sounds like a rolled burger but that wouldn't be doing it justice! I am honestly considering right now if I want to let my husband try my leftovers, or if I should hide them and let Future Megan enjoy a secret lil treat. I'm not normally like that with food I'm more of a sharer, so the fact I'm even mentally having this battle is a testament to how yummy it was. The pork schnitzel was also exactly what I had pictured - HUGE flat and breaded pork piece, great flavor in every layer, and wasnt dry at all even before the glorious gravy was added!! Can choose type of potatoes and it comes with salad too. The food was so satisfying I wasn't even looking around at other peoples plates because the one in my face had my undivided attention! And I always have a wandering food eye ;) Came for lunch but don't think I didn't spy the beer wall at the back! Will def return for more food and beer =) Incredibly pleased to have a German place in San Carlos, can't wait to try the other dishes. Esp my precious spaetzle! read more

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