I almost don't want to write a review, because I don't want this place to be found by others, but alas I love to give a good review. This is our go-to restaurant when we don't want to cook dinner, as we live not far from here. The ambience is wonderful.
When you walk in, greet the waiters, and then they'll tell you (in German) to sit wherever you like. We've had a couple different waiters by now. As a rule, most Germans speak at least limited English, as they learn it in school. If you see a younger-looking German (under 30), you can bet they are fluent. Watch out for Reserviert signs on tables, as these are taken. There is a separate smoking section in the far back of the restaurant. The second bar is in this section as well. If you don't like smoke at all, I would sit in the first area when you walk in. The wine and beer are both delicious. We've tried the Dunkel, Hefe, Riesling Trocken, and I think some red (Rot) as well. Wonderful! The pours are generous and the prices cheap.
The food is also delectable. The pizza is AWESOME! They provide flavored olive oil and it is topped with arugula (Rucola). They also have a local specialty every night/week written in chalk all over the restaurant. One week it was a Pfalz bratwurst dish. I had one of the traditional Pfalz meat-salad dishes (beef "salat" cubed served cold with vinegar), and it was very good. The salads in general are very good and very large (some come in small and large sizes). They also serve coffees and gelato.
Glocken Café is a wonderful little spotted tucked away in a quieter area, just a couple blocks off the walkplatz. The regulars are all locals from the walking area. The place is delightfully loud, with groups of older Germans animatedly catching up with friends. We love it, and I know you will, too. read more
