Loved this place! Exactly what I had hoped it would be - authentically delicious with a side of liters of beer! Star of the show for me was the stuffed cabbage special - if they have it, get it! read more

If you're visiting the Staunton area, it's worth driving the extra 10 minutes to Edelweiss German Restaurant. The restaurant is charming, with a fun German theme that adds to the experience without feeling overdone. From the moment we walked in, everyone was warm and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. The food was very good across the board. While I wouldn't say it's the best German food I've ever had, I would absolutely recommend it. The potato pancakes were crispy and flavorful, and the special goulash was hearty, rich, and definitely a standout. Everything we ordered was well prepared. If you're craving authentic German comfort food in a cozy atmosphere with great service, Edelweiss is definitely worth a visit if you are nearby. read more

We found Edelweiss German Restaurant on the map while driving home from the Virginia Safari Park and couldn't resist stopping. We arrived very hungry, and the meal definitely hit the spot. We sat outside on the porch, enjoyed the beautiful summer weather, and had a German beer with our meal. Our server was friendly and attentive, and the food came out quickly. The kids ordered the knockwurst, while we shared the German Sampler Platter so we could try a little bit of everything. We enjoyed the food, and the kids finished the meal with ice cream for dessert. This was a great unexpected stop, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for German food in the area. read more

Just stopped at Edelweiss restaurant and had a magnificent house special of ham hock! It was spectacular eating adventure, and quite delicious. Also got the rhubarb strawberry cake another delicious homemade decadence. This is such an awesome, authentic, real dining experience that I always enjoy when traveling on 81 in Virginia near Staunton. Certainly worth a stop. The old-fashioned Cabin ambience also adds to the visual thrill. Service was quick, polite, and genuine. read more

Edelweiss Restaurant - Ham hock daily special! Magnifacent! - German Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Edelweiss was excellent! Quaint & authentic German restaurant. Upon entry, I was greeted by the polka being played by a live accordion player entertaining for the evening . I had a lentil soup as a starter. For my entree, I had the Jagerschnitzel, which was topped with a mushroom & onion gravy & was perfectly prepared. Dinner was served family style with spaetzle, sauerkraut, red cabbage & green beans. My service was splendid & my server's accent suggested a Bavarian heritage. The Black Forest cake & coffee made for a fantastic finish. Highly recommend if you're in or around Staunton, Virginia. read more

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We stopped for lunch and it was wonderful :) I got the goulash but I tried several of the entrees. We enjoyed the variety and the food was very good. We liked the cake too. Service was good and ambience was very cozy, warm inviting. It was a cute lodge with a homey feel to it. read more

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Driving home to the Midwest from North Carolina and stopped in Staunton, VA for the night. Chose Edelweiss for dinner. It was NOT disappointing! Matched the reviews exactly! Cute log cabin restaurant with 4 tables on the front porch and a quaint log cabin interior. A polka band was playing behind the hostess station. They were quite good. Dining room is smaller than expected with maybe 20 tables. I think there were fewer. Cute homey tablecloths on each table. Most of the tables were filled and I think ours was the only out of state license plate in the lot. The band played happy birthday twice...each time in English then in German. Birthday celebrations and localism license plates indicated this is probably a local fave. Waited a bit for first service but I think there were maybe 2 people waiting the entire dining room. We weren't in a hurry and after 7 hours on the road, appreciated a slower pace. Menu was typical German fare...lots os schnitzels. We chose to share the Rahmschnitzel since we just can't eat much anymore. Pork with a cream mushroom sauce. Dinners served with family style sweet/sout red cabbage, fennel green cabbage, green beans and spaetzle. Two fluffy dinner rolls came out first. They were quite hot and delicious. There was a $2 up charge to share but it was well worth the cost as there was too much in one serving for us to eat! We managed to down the pork and spatzle and most of the red cabbage and green beans. The green cabbage was delicious too but there was so much food we couldn't finish it all. Took a black forest cake slice back to the hotel for later. If you're heading through Staunton on I64/I81, plan a stop at Edelweiss! Well worth your time and money!!! read more

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Edelweiss lived up to my (very high) expectations! I had been wanting to check them out for several years and finally made the trek out to Staunton recently. We were seated downstairs in the cabin tucked into a corner. Our server was prompt, friendly, and helpful with recommendations. I ordered the wienerschnitzel, which came with spaetzle, green beans, and two types of cabbage. I'm not sure what the juice was on the side of the plate, but it complemented the dish well. I managed to finish my whole schnitzel, which was pretty wild. It was soo good. We also ordered strawberry rhubarb cake for dessert. It was pretty good but I'd be more interested in their black forest cake next visit. Not to mention, they sell birch beer here! Such a fun, unexpected, and deeply nostalgic delight. I overheard them talking about turning the gazebo into a gingerbread house for the holidays, and I hope they do. That'd be super cute. read more

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LOVE THIS PLACE. It is a little under 2 hours away from where we live but well worth the drive every time. The food is authentic and delicious. The service incredible and well educated when it comes to this cuisine. The ambiance takes you to Germany. read more

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They serve all the yummy sides ... cabbage, beans, etc. family style. The mains are generous as well as authentic. The Riesling house wine was very good. Very cute but overloaded with souvenir clutter for my comfort. Not for claustrophobic folks for sure. read more

This is a quaint restaurant, food is authentic and reasonably priced. I've eaten here a few times and it has not failed yet! Go give it a try and enjoy!! read more

We planned our trip from Mass to SC to stop at Edelweiss German Restaurant for a late lunch. We've done this several times in the past-- love the German food and atmosphere. Unfortunately we did not get to experience either.. there were about 30-40 people there finishing up lunch at 1:35 pm when we arrived. After waiting seated for over 30 min (we did not receive even the typical water and bread), we just left. Disappointing that the service slipped that much especially when their very large group had already been served... read more

Food was great! Love the sides that are family style, take some and pass it around. Secice was great after seated. They were rather busy. Cute Bavarian style decor. Reminds me of my Grandparents. Highly recommended! read more

Very authentic dishes and prices were wonderful! Service was excellent... Besides Germany the best food I've had! read more

Proper German gasthause style restaurant. Great schnitzel and bread, the cabbage was tip top, good German Beer. Service was great and fast, with a quick kitchen. The stroganoff was super. Excellent speatzle. Would recommend. read more

We had the good fortune to be passing Edelweiss again today... incredibly delicious food served amazingly fast. Stopping here whenever possible has continued to work out fabulously. read more

Edelweiss Restaurant - A placemat and one from their fine selection of imported beer - German Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Really good German fare. Dog-friendly outdoor seating. Had the sampler platter just to test everything out. The schnitzels are quite good, and the sauerbraten was outstanding. Great and abundant side dishes. Good German beer selection in a variety of sizes, so you don't have to feel overwhelmed. Service was quick and friendly. The atmosphere inside the restaurant gives a nice, cozy, Bavarian hunting lodge vibe, heavy on the bier steins. read more

Very good German restaurant, I always stop here when traveling. Best schnitzel in Virginia

I wanted to order Wiener schnitzel but changed course when I saw they used pork instead of veal. What? I then ordered sauerbraten sliced thin with a watery gravy. It was not tender. I left a pretty full plate and server never asked if I liked my meal..Will not return. read more

Ok totally not a planned place but very German vibe. From steins for sale to a band playing German polkas and folk songs. The food is meat and gravy and cabbage. We got the German sampler plate. Most of it was great. The cabbage was both purple and white and tasted as you would expect it to taste. No real surprises in flavor profile. The meat dishes were a different thing. From schnitzel to other things I can't pronounce or spell they had their own heartiness and gravy. The food was again hearty and what you expect when you see it. The meat was tender and the gravy was thick. Good stuff. The real prize was the Black Forest cake. The chocolate cake was light and fluffy and the frosting delicate and flavorful the strip of cherry sauce was tart and perfect. Amazing. Service was awesome as well. You should stop here and eat you wont regret the experience read more

Come hungry and order 1 of everything. The hostesses are so helpful and kind. We sat on the porch with our 2 schnauzer. Very fun and quaint location. read more

Edelweiss Restaurant - Oh my Gosh!!! What a hidden gem!! - German Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Although restaurant was busy we were seated immediately. Our server took our drinks and food order and I think we got our food order in less than 10 minutes. Everything was piping hot and perfectly prepared. Restaurant was lavishly decorated for Christmas. Band with William Hayes, one of the best accordion players in the area was cooking! Unfortunately we were seated behind the band so I couldn't watch them. We enjoyed our meal so much we are returning next week to treat friends. read more

Edelweiss Restaurant - Sausage plate Bratwurst Weisswurst - German Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Food was excellent and authentic tasting. We ordered 2 Schnitzel plates and came with sides and bread. One of my all time favorites, ambience, flavors and friendly staff were all amazing! I will always stop here when I'm in the area read more

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This is one of my favorite spots and I almost always choose to go here for my Birthday! Last night was no exception. We took the family and had such a great time. I chose the German Sampler which is 5 different samples of their scrumptious dishes. Then Jagerschnitzel and Weinerschniztel for others. Bread and Rice puddings are so delicious too. Family style dining with the sides. Not as big on the cabbage, but the spaetzle is authentic and awesome!! Such a cute log cabin makes you feel like you are in the Black Forest! Service is friendly and attentive. Highly encourage visiting them! read more

Edelweiss Restaurant - Jacgerschnitzel - German Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Always a great meal. We stop in Staunton on every trip up to Maryland. We have a great parking spot for our RV in nearby Middlebrook and make sure we enjoy an early dinner at Edelweiss before heading out to the farm. Nice people, great service and the food is wonderful. When we lucky to be traveling on an evening that has music, all the better! read more

Der Sauerbraten und das Jägerschnitzel sind wunderbar. Die Portionen sind reichlich. Sie werden nicht hungrig gehen. Sie haben auch eine großartige Auswahl an Bieren. Es ist toll, so viele richtige Biere aus dem Hinterland zu sehen. Nichts von diesem amerikanischen Unsinn. Sie müssen wirklich hier anhalten, wenn Sie in der Gegend sind. Es ist ein absolut fantastisches Erlebnis. Bitte verzeihen Sie mein rudimentäres Deutsch. Meine Urgroßmutter aus Stuttgart hat ihr Bestes getan, um mir zu helfen, ein besserer deutschsprachiger Sprecher und Schreiber zu sein. read more

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Great German restaurant, sampler platter was amazing, Our waitress , Teresa was attentive and very pleasant. Will definitely return when in the area again read more

Dining at Edelweiss Restaurant in Staunton is more than just a meal--it's an emotional experience. I came in hoping for good German food, but what I got was something that transported me straight back to my grandmother's kitchen, only dare I say, maybe even a little better. This is authentic, soul-satisfying cuisine prepared with true expertise. From the moment my plate arrived, I knew I was in for a treat. The Wiener Schnitzel was perfectly crisp, tender, and seasoned flawlessly. The combination of side dishes was nothing short of a German feast: the German potato salad was warm and tangy, the red cabbage had that perfect balance of sweetness, and the sauerkraut was bright and flavorful. And the spaetzle? Pillowy perfection. Every single component on the plate tasted homemade and handled with immense care. After such a robust main course, I was delighted that the dessert maintained the same incredible standard. The slice of Black Forest cake was rich, moist, and wonderfully layered, and the cheesecake was creamy and decadent. Not only was the food unbelievably delicious, but the portion sizes were generous--a rarity these days. Honestly, I felt a pang of guilt paying the bill because the sheer quality and quantity I received felt like it should have cost far more. If you are looking for authentic, home-cooked German cuisine that honors tradition while delivering exceptional flavor, you must visit Edelweiss. It deserves every single one of its five stars. Go! You won't regret it. read more

Food quality was pretty good in general, but the sides they give you family style were overcooked and listless. That is especially bad for kugel. The entrees were generally well received. The sauce for the paprika chicken was blandy and it had separated. Still OK. The dish had no spice beyond the sauce. Beer was good. Place was fun. I'd go back and try something else. read more

Authentic Sauerbraten with sides. Remind me of my Grandma's cooking. Spatzel, red cabbage, cabbage with sweet/sour preparation, green beans with bacon. All was great and had a fresh roll and butter. Top it off with a German Pilsner! read more

Exceptional, authentic German food, cooked by Ingrid, exceptional great German born Chef!

I love this place. I grew up in Chicago with a heavy polish/German influence in food and The food is amazing reminding me of my childhood. Portions are generous and served so they can be easily shared. The deserts are amazing and the service is great. Occasionally they have some live polka music which is actually fun. read more

So you get off this exit not expecting to transport yourself to Germany. We were just looking for someplace to get a decent meal on the way home, but we were transported to Germany from the music to the environment to the food and a very good German beer list at least according to my brother-in-law Order entrée and it comes with all these wonderful sides. They are served family style. We did not get to take dessert because we had too much food and maybe we ordered potato pancakes appetizers that were also very good if you're looking for a road trip this could be a fun short trip. read more

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We are regulars here, well as regular as we can be given that we live an hour and a half away... But every opportunity we can, we dine here. Whether camping in the area, Cabin trips to the mountains, etc. will go out of our way if need be, because the food is that good. We began dining here several years ago, and our first visit was a wonderful surprise - such authenticity, delightful food, lovely service, and a cozy, truly German atmosphere - all in one lovely place. We've tried many things on the menu over the years, my husband still favors the goulash and gets it every time, even if to go so that he can try something different! The homemade Kaiser rolls are exceptional, the homemade Green Godess salad dressing can be purchased in a bottle as well, and they give it to you in a cool German beer bottle. Really everything on the menu was good, we've had the schnitzel, we've had the beef tips, I've had the fish, paprika, chicken, spinach pie... I can't find fault in anything, and it always makes choosing a bit of a dilemma! Nothing has changed here and that's the best part about it. The staff has been the same staff for years, the menu is the same and we love that, it's a tradition that we can rely on time after time and we haven't had a single visit over the years that hasn't been wonderful. read more

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Review all the other negative reviews... food was bad and the service was not any better

Found this place on accident on google maps on a road trip. Being of german decent and having lived there, I never pass up an opportunity to try a new place. The portions are massive. They give you basically two schnitzels for a single dinner order. They also do family style sides which was neat. Great atmosphere with option for outdoor seating. Looks like it could be tight when they are busy (didn't seem too big inside), but our waiter was attentive and helpful. Would stop here again for sure. read more

Edelweiss Restaurant - Wiener Schnitzel - German Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Wow!!! This place exceeded my expectations!!! Charming atmosphere, great , authentic German food. Fantastic deserts! My son had some wursts, I had Jagerschnitzel with a nice mushroom gravy on top, and my husband had some sliced meat. All the sauerkraut was awesome and the slightly spiced red cabbage was very yummy and authentic! The place is NOT cheap, but is SO worth it. The Authentic Black Forest Cake my son had, was inhaled, my husband's Apfel cake was authentic, and my German-style rice pudding was delicious and authentic! They elevated the pudding with a tasty meringue on top! They even had a 3 piece little polka band there playing music, the night we were there!!! What an experience! We will definitely come here again when passing through the Staunton area!!! Great service, too!!! Well done!!!! Danke!!!! read more

Great friendly service, cute interior decor, mediocre food. Don't go unless you are a big fan of authentic German food ( ie boiled tasteless cabbage or boiled green beans), meats swimming in excessive quantity of too-much-flour based sauce. I guess I had wrong expectation when I was craving for nostalgic taste of grilled Bavarian sausage that we used to enjoy at the market in Munich but this one was .... Yes, boiled. So it was ok for a hungry person but didn't resemble our multiple Bavarian experiences in Germany and Austria. The location is very convenient though if you are looking for a lunch stop nearby the interstate and don't want spending time driving into downtown Staunton. Definitely a better choice than any of the fast food joints nearby . In a warmer weather sit outside, the setting is very pretty and peaceful read more

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Food is subtle and not overly rich, which I do like. But it did come off a little flat especially the Rahmschnitzel. The Jagersnitzel was really good though. As was the Sauerkraut, red cabbage and pretzels. The Black Forest cake was super bland,maybe I'll try the Strawberry Rhubarb next time. But overall the food was good and we'll come back to try more. Staff was very friendly and food was out fast! read more

Amazing, we were traveling and decided to try this restaurant. What a great experience, it was Octoberfest complete with Oompa band. Food as well as service was fantastic. read more