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    Brauhaus Schmitz

    3.9 (896 reviews)
    PriceyGerman, Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    BRAUHAUS SCHMITZ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Komal R.

    The facade and interior with the communal seating always takes me back to Germany. Their brews are excellent and the different types of wursts they have on the menu are really good. Lots of beer on tap so if you like German beer, this place is not to be missed!

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    Katie S.

    Brauhaus Schmitz truly embodies the essence of German beer and cuisine. Brauhaus boasts an impressive selection of beer. Due to the nature of German cuisine, you may find it difficult to find any food options when dining if you have any dietary restrictions. (But, they do carry other alcohols besides beer.) -- Highlights: Beer and jägerschnitzel (breaded pork cutlet) were phenomenal! -- I've dined a few times at Brauhaus and the first thing you'll notice is the interior is spacious, casual, and full of a crowd of regulars. It feels like you're teleported to Germany! There's special events regularly, such as Oktoberfest this month. I've found the service to usually be somewhat slow, even if there are only a few others present. However, the staff is always exceedingly friendly. In terms of food, it will be difficult for a vegetarian or vegan or anyone with a gluten allergy to dine here. Although, they are incredibly mindful of cross-contamination, they are limited in the menu options they can provide, as much of the menu consists of breaded and/or meat options. (And menu item names are in German, so I would recommend viewing photos!) Personally, I found many dishes to be just OK, but I'd highly recommend the laugenbrezel (Bavarian pretzel) and the jägerschnitzel (breaded pork cutlet). Also, you will be leaving with leftovers whenever you dine there, which is a huge plus! The beer at Brauhaus comes in excellent portions and is of great variety. Overall, Brauhaus is a great place to catch up with friends over a few drinks, but maybe eat a bit beforehand if you have dietary restrictions.

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    Emily S.

    We've been here two times so far. The first time we sat at the bar and just got drinks and it was wonderful. The bartender was very friendly to everyone who wanted to chat at the bar and gave us some "insider" knowledge about the beers on tap and let us try some. We came back a few months later for dinner and sat at a table. The food was okay. We got a salad plate, a pork schnitzel sandwich and potato pancakes. Most of the salads on the plate were good, but the cucumbers had too much dill and the beets were so vinegary.

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    Rudy S.

    Excellent German Draft Beer selection and tasty German food to go with the beer. Can't wait to go back. This a traditional German restaurant. For first timers, there are actually 2 bars: One main bar that you see when walking in, plus a hidden bar in the back of the building.

    Retna S.

    On a rainy Sunday afternoon, the restaurant wasn't crowded. We were sitting across the bar to watch German soccer game. The bartender was very accommodating to our request to put the game on tv. Warm pretzel came out fast. I got my favorite German black beer, brussel sprouts, and goulash. Brussel sprouts were super tiny, served with diced bacon. The bacon was chewy and fatty. The glazed balsamic reduction gave sweetness to this appetizer. Good flavor but I wished the brussel sprouts were bigger. Goulash was perfect for this rainy day. Beef was very tender and flavorful. It's served with three slices of soft dark rye bread.

    Very good food and beer. Nice neighborhood to take a walk after you eat too much meat. Love it. Will come again with my friends.

    Wurstplatte with 6 Sausages, Sauerkraut, Pommes
    Kristin P.

    Authentic sausages (according to my German traveled friends), excellent and knowledgeable servers, tons of beer choices. The place is loud, but I believe it was because everyone was enjoying themselves. Potato salad and sauerkraut. The table shared Elsassischer flammkuchen, a bacon flatbread with crème fraiche and shallot, which was out of this world. To drink I had the cider Rose (safe choice) my husband had the Abraxxxus , which has an extremely unique flavor profile, buttery, smoky, touch of molasses. The Abraxxxus should be enjoyed with sausages! The pairing was perfect! Please go here! You will not regret it!

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    Mohit S.

    Another visit to Philly and I had to go. They have so many german beers on tap, and yet there were new ones to try this time!! Even got a chance to eat this time and the food was great! Our server was very good and ensured that a beer I wanted to try was re-tapped as it had run out. Ended up in the front room where the vibe is always great. Will return again and again!!

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    One of our favorite stops on South St. Good food, service, and beer. Pretty relaxed atmosphere and seemed very clean.

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    The service is great, and the food is phenomenal The ambience takes you back to Germany.

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    Ask the Community - Brauhaus Schmitz

    Do they show italian soccer games?

    They show soccer games and would first follow the German teams.

    Is this place currently open?

    Yes, Outdoor seating on south street and outdoor seating on the roof porch. There are very good views of the city!

    Does Brauhaus open early for Bundesliga?

    I know they have live music, but is this place good for dancing? Looking for a place to celebrate a birthday!

    Hi! I have never seen live music there. Might be a new thing. But regarding dancing there is not generally any dancing. Great place to start the bday though. Good food and tons of relatively inexpensive beer. You can head down the street to the… Read more

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