Had been recommended Great Heart by a friend, and had seen some buzz on Instagram, so when we were looking for a spot for our date night Saturday this checked the boxes. Elevated casual atmosphere that is super family friendly. We sat at a table in the main dining area, which also had a large bar with nice plush chairs. Plenty of TVs on mute if you want to check in on a sports game. Service was 11/10 - seamless, well paced, and very friendly staff Food was 4.5/5 - pretzels, brat, schnitzel were all delicious, best schnitzel Ive had outside of Germany Sadly the apple strudel dessert fell flat (seemed like it was on day 3, soggy pastry and a bit chilled like it was pulled from the fridge and microwaved) Plenty of fun German and Austrian classics, amazing beer, full bar with tasty cocktails, winning atmosphere and excellent service. Definitely worth a visit (or two or 10) read more

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I am near 50 and I have had lots of German food, both in the US and in Germany. And the pork schnitzel at Great Heart made me sit back and say oh my god. I made my husband try it. Perfection. I really did plan on taking home half but only took home the spaetzel and the potato salad (which was a mistake). I ordered spaetzel and they sent it out with the salad. Mistake was caught by the kitchen in under a minute and they sent out the spaetzel. I appreciated the great service. My husband's goulash was really good but my schnitzel was still far better. Oh. And the beers are really good too. I had the Dunkel, highly recommend. Ambience great, service great, food amazing, and good beers. We will be back. read more

What a lovely spot! I loved the interior. A group of 5 of us met here for our monthly meet up and it was a great suggestion. I ordered the trout which was list as rainbow trout but looked to be more of a lake trout based on color. It was tasty wherever it came from. It was served over sautéed spinach and potatoes which were just as good as the trout. I enjoyed the Vienna lager too. read more

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I took the opportunity to meet up with a friend and make my second-ever visit to Great Heart last week. I was excited when I first learned about a brewery opening in this part of West County, and even more excited to learn that Great Heart does not disappoint. Located close to the 170 Exit in Olivette, I'll jump straight to the only downside you might experience. The parking lot is small, serves multiple businesses, and there's no option forstreet parking on this stretch of Olive. Carpooling is recommended if you're meeting with friends. With that minor inconvenience out of the way, let's focus on what works. On both visits, we went for loft seating. I'm enthralled with Great Heart's ode to traditional bierhalls, complete with a traditional soundtrack at a reasonable volume. It's not just possible, but easy to have a conversation without shouting, and easier to fully take in the the aesthetic of your surroundings. This spot is high on my list for next Oktoberfest season. Tradition extends far beyond aesthetic; each beer pays tribute to European styles, like the Italian Pilsner (a personal favorite), Czech Lager, and Schankbier. All incredibly flavorful, malty, and delicous pints. Check out Great Heart's website for their extensive pre-history amd to understand the scope of knowledge and experience they employ when brewing. The beer itself is worth a visit, but you shouldn't pass up the food. This time, we split an appetizer of sourdough bread with Obazda cheese, hummus and melted beer cheese, and I tried the Mixed Greens Salad with grilled chicken, raclette cheese and lemon vinaigrette for my main dish. All easily recommended, hearty, delicious, and a great complement to your drink of choice. I was glad to see the recent (at least to me) addition of a to-go can selection near the entrance as we left. Great Heart's take on traditional styles is worth celebrating beyond the bierhall. Make a reservation and check it out, especially if you live near or frequent West County. Great Heart is a great spot to catch up with old friends or find a new favorite brew. read more

Great Heart Brewing - A pint of Schankbier. - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

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We had heard that the pretzel was not to be missed. It was a good pretzel but I believe it filled us up before our dinner. Ordered the mustard as one of our dipping sauce choices. Wowza! There was some extra potent horseradish in the mustard. Just beware if you are not a huge fan of horseradish I would recommend a different sauce. The serving of meatloaf was huge. Taste like mom's meatloaf! It was good that I liked it as there was enough for two more meals. read more

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Very cool bar/restaurant/German beer hall! My party of four opted to share a couple pretzels and a charcuterie board... all good. The beers are about as authentic German beers you'll find anywhere in the area. Yes, they're that good. Topped off with excellent service, hope to revisit Great Heart soon! Next time, we'll order some entrees; I'm eager to try more of their food. read more

Great Heart Brewing - Vienna - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

Excellent brunch menu on a Saturday. Great German beer...Prost! Very nice restaurant, great bar. All the food was amazing. Definitely get a large pretzel and beer cheese. Will be back for dinner. read more

We went here shortly after they added the reservations, so I did make one, but my friends got there beforehand and were seated without issue. I did go back and tell them that we did make a reservation and they were grateful I let them know. I believe the owners were there running around doing so many things, with smiles on, always asking if we needed anything. All of the staff was great as well, especially because we had a baby with us. They were making him smile! The rest of my party got beers, multiple kinds, and said they were all delicious. It's really cool that you can see where the the beers are made and the bierhall feel is spot on! We started with some pretzels and the spicy mustard has a lot of horseradish - delicious, but just be prepared. I got the chicken schnitzel, a friend got the charcuterie board, another friend got a sandwich, and my husband got the bratwurst. Everything was presented beautifully and the food was delicious! 10/10, worth the drive from the city. read more

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St. Louis hasn't had a truly standout German restaurant in quite some time (unless you cross the river into Illinois). This new spot changes that. In fact, I'd say it surpasses most of the Illinois options. While it's a bit pricier than you might expect, the quality of the food, the warm atmosphere, and the excellent service make it worth every penny. The restaurant sits in a strip mall, but once inside you'd never know it. The décor is thoughtfully done, with an open layout and chandeliers that give it an authentic, German-inspired feel. The beer list is solid, though I've had better from some local breweries. I tried the Weissbier, which was pleasant but a little mild, and the Märzen brewed for Oktoberfest, which was excellent--rich, flavorful, and true to style. The food, however, is the real star. We started with the pretzel, and you must order it--it's one of the best I've ever had. The Quark and beer cheese dips paired perfectly. For entrées, I had the pork schnitzel and also sampled the chicken schnitzel. Both were well-prepared, but the pork was the standout--crispy, flavorful, and clearly made fresh. For sides, we upgraded to Käse­spätzle, which was deliciously rich and creamy (almost too creamy, but it made fantastic leftovers the next day). The service matched the food. We were greeted by a hostess originally from Munich, which added a nice authentic touch. Sitting at the bar, we were well taken care of by Luke, who was knowledgeable, friendly, and offered excellent recommendations. We'll definitely be back--this is the kind of place we'll be proud to bring friends to. Just one tip: make a reservation first! read more

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Awesome spot. Great service and food. Lots of great beers. If they had a german accent you would think you're in Germany - that's how well they decorated and modeled a german restaurant vibe. Definitely a top spot near the airport to check out read more

Great Heart Brewing - Brat + Potato Salad - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

First time here. Chose to sit at the bar. We were greeted and offered water and menus immediately. The host even pulled out the chair for my 90 yr young mom. (It's very loud atmosphere so keep that in mind if you want a more intimate and quiet environment.). Lots of brew options for the beer lovers and they will even let you sample. The food menu is primarily Bavarian , but you can get a few less Bavarian items like smashburgers, salads and even mussels. We chose the fish and chips. Delicious. The fish was well batered, crispy on the outside and tender and flaky in the inside. The fries were hot and seasoned well. Bring a full wallet. It's pretty pricy. For our two meals, my mom's wine and my limoncello, the total including tip was $90. I'll still go back because there are a few beers and a couple of menu items I'd like to try. read more

Great Heart Brewing - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

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Finally there's a great German restaurant again in St. Louis at Great Heart Brewing in Olivette, MO. This brewpub offers many German dishes as well as various bar food offerings. I ordered Cordon Bleu and it was a breaded and perfectly fried pork schnitzel (cutlet) stuffed with ham and melted cheese inside and came with a side of delicious German potato salad and the dish was perfect. My friend ordered Goulash and it had a German-style spatzel noodles side. The goulash was like a really delicious and slightly spicy roast beef. For an appetizer we split an enormous XXL large pretzel that came with a choice of three dips and was good. I can't wait to get back there since I love German food and since I have lived 7 years in Germany and miss the food there a lot. Also I'd say the brewery has very authentic German style brews and I had a Weiss Weizen (wheat) beer (or white beer) and I was impressed. The restaurant's building is beautiful inside the dining room and out. We had really great and friendly service, although not super fast that's not always a bad thing. read more

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My wife and I went here this past Saturday for the second time since it opened and we still love it! They have a really nice Christmas ambiance and the drinks are even better! Service is fantastic and our Cauliflower Dip was memorable. This is now a staple for drinks for my wife and I! read more

Great Heart Brewing - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

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This is super close to home, I don't know why it took us so long to get here. I set a reservation, like I do for everything since 2020. I really enjoyed the fact that I got to pick Loft or Main dining, of course I picked the Loft, because I'm Extra. In case you are wondering, they have to walk food up the stairs, I asked. I figured, it's 2025, why risk someone tripping on stairs with food and wasting it, add a dumbwaiter! But no. This restaurant was not designed that way. The lack of dumbwaiter, does NOT effect the food though, so here we go. I chose the Tallow fries and beer cheese to open my meal. I would like to bathe in the beer cheese. It had the perfect subtle hint of a beer, with all the cheddar, the fries were really just the vehicle to get the cheese in my mouth. Dinner, I ordered the Gulash with spaetzle, I have since tried to make Gulash at home and could not find a similar recipe, so I guess I will have to go to Great Heart every time I want it! I just ate my leftovers for lunch today, and the sauce that comes with the beef, is an excellent amount of savory, and just exactly what you want, when you want a hearty meal. My partner got the pork schnitzel, I enjoyed it, a hint of lemon in the breading and it was a big portion. The potatoes on the side, listen, no slight to the restaurant, but Germans, why can't we eat things WARM? The potatoes were delightful, but traditionally cold. Last thing to note, there is a very interesting lamp in the loft, that none of the servers could tell me what it was/what the story behind it was. I need to know. I will ask again next time. read more

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We enjoyed our first visit to Great Heart Brewing, and we'll be back! First of all, it's so good to see a decent brewery open up in this part of the county! GHB specializes in European-style food and beer (particularly Alpine/Bavarian), so it's not quite like anything else around. The beer hall is warm and welcoming, which is no small feat in new construction. The large dining area, upstairs room, and patio offer varied seating, though food and drinks need to be ordered at the window/bar. Folks seemed comfortable hanging out and relaxing awhile. There are some big screens around, but just one (tucked away along one side of the bar) was showing a game; the others were each displaying an Impressionistic painting. We sat at the bar and were greeted right away. We waited a bit between drinks but could see the staff hustling; they were doing their best to keep everyone happy, and seemed to be tasked with washing the entire restaurant's glassware behind the bar (it's a bit steamy in the corner by the dishwasher!) Barstools have backs and are pretty comfortable. Hooks, electrical outlets and USB ports are under the bar and ready for guests' use. All the beers we tried were good, particularly the Helles options. Full pours are all $8, but they also offer other pours for lower prices (Šnyt has about half foam and Mlíko is all foam for just $2--sounds strange until you try it!) The food was better than most local breweries' fare. We had only the charcuterie, but will be back to try other options. We went for the larger charcuterie platter, which included the following (though it surely varies): 4 slices each of 3 kinds of cheese, 4 slices Mortadella, 4 slices prosciutto, about 8 slices of a harder, drier sausage (salami-ish), 4 slices of really good toasted bread, a smattering of tiny red "pepper drops", a small scoop of pear preserves, and a bit of blueberries and strawberry slices. It was all of good quality and seemed to justify the $32 price. read more

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My second time at Great Heart Brewing.They were super pack on Wednesday night, but our orders came out quickly. I loved the atmosphere here. Service was friendly and attentive. We tried more items on the menu, such as charcuterie board, Flank steak, goulash, Caesar Salad with grilled chicken. And of course my favorite beef tartare. The best here!!! They are definitely expanding their menu. For drink, I got the Pilsner and cello flight (cello =flavored liquor). I had limoncello before, and I liked it, but I didn't like it much here. Strawberry cello was good tho. Overall, another great time at Great Heart Brewing. Highly recommended! read more

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I am not a drinker, so I can't speak to the beer, but I was pretty underwhelmed by this place. The service was great but the atmosphere was kinda soulless (I realized halfway through dinner there was no music playing, which I think is what made it feel almost...eerie?). We split a pretzel with beer cheese--because you can't go wrong with beer cheese. I wanted to get this kinda fancy grilled cheese thing I saw online but they said it was only available at lunch so I just got a caprese salad. Maybe stupid of me to get something like that at a German place but it was 5 slices of room temperature tomato with one sliced piece of bread, untoasted. Pretty disappointing for $20. For what it's worth, my husband got cordon bleu and two different beers and really liked them, so this may have just been a me thing, but I just don't think this is my kind of place. read more

This is a great newish spot. Arriving I love the look of this place, even before you enter the building itself makes you feel you're in the alps going inside for a cozy break. The inside continues the ambiance where you look like you're in a German beer hall. We had a reservation for 4 in on a Friday night. You can choose the loft or main floor. The loft is a little bit quieter option and the main floor has you more immersed in the ambience. Our table tried several of the beers, each one was very good and reminded me of classic German brews. The food was also exceptional, we got the pretzel to start which comes with your choice of sauces (beer cheese was our favorite). For the entrees, it's really an upscale take on German / Alps food. For myself I got the grilled bratwurst. It came topped with caramelized onions and a side of rosti (like hasbrowns) all in a delicious sauce and beautifully plated. Our table also go the trout, schnitzel, and cordon bleu -- everyone was very happy. read more

Great Heart Brewing has a really nice vibe -- casual but clean, with a European beer hall feel. Service was friendly, though you can tell it gets a little hectic with all the stairs, but overall they did a great job. The beers were excellent -- I had the Oktoberfest and Pilsner, both spot on. The pretzel was solid, and out of the three dips the beer cheese stood out. My entrée was the cordon bleu, which was super comforting and delicious. Definitely a place I'd come back to for an elevated brewery experience. read more

Took my grandpa here - he was ranting and raving about the salmon special! Out waiter was great, so kind and helpful. They had excellent timing and frequently checked on us. The vibe of the restaurant is very cool, feels like you are in Germany! Overall, highly recommend if you want some traditional German food and craft drinks. read more

Came with some friends before an event and had a very nice dinner. Atmosphere is very German, and the food was good. Service was also fine. Prices weren't outrageous. Nothing really outstanding, to take it from a 4 to a 5, but a place I'd recommend. read more

Great Heart Brewing - Strawberrycello Spritz - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

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Service in the bar area is super fast and good. The bartender is very knowledgeable about the beers they offer. They also offer samples as well. We came after dinner, so we ordered rounds of beer and pretzels and they came fast and fresh. We love the atmosphere here and it feels like beer garden in Germany. Music is good. You can see all the brewing equipment right in front of you. We really enjoyed our visit! read more

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What a pleasant surprise when looking forward a restaurant near the "J" for a show. Love the open bright room with a "gasthaus" atmosphere. Plenty of seating. The menu offers many Bavarian -type of food choices. Beer is the drink offering with a few cocktails. Service prompt, attentive. Ordered a beef-mushroom ragu served with hash brown potatoes. Delicious and hearty. read more

Great Heart Brewing - Beef, mushroom with rosti potatoes. - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

fantastic food and drink: so happy their opened up in this area and already looking forward to going back. Favorites include the cauliflower, French fries and cheese sauce, and pretzel but everything we've eaten here has been good read more

Gutes restaurant! Food is absolutely fantastic with a decent selection of German fare. I had the spinach dumplings with a side salad. The dumplings are not your regular country style USA dumplings but rather a large meatball size with the most fantastic tomato sauce with a variety of meaty mushrooms. Salad was garden fresh, light, crisp. This is a beer lovers delight! Fabulous brews with offerings of schnitt (half glass)! Ambience is straight out of a beautiful German beer hall with outside seating and loft seating available. Owner and staff are polite. fruendly and knowledgeable. Parking is a breeze with spots available right outside of the door. I understand they will celebrate Octoberfest on the 4th. read more

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Loved the atmosphere of this brewery! Super cozy with warm lighting and light colors. Lots of tables available for small to bigger groups. A good amount of options on the menu to choose from. We loved the huge Bavarian pretzel. All the food was pretty good as well! Our servers were also really nice and accommodating. Great spot to come and chill with friends. read more

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Yesterday, I made my third trip to Great Heart. First ordered a small Great Heart salad. Nice "leafy" salad. The Swiss/Alping dressing was tossed with the salad. Good dressing, but next time I'll order an extra side of dressing. Needs about 50% more dressing. Main dish was the Bratwurst. Great dish. Finished it all. The brat was flavorful, yet mild. So you could eat more of it. LOL The potato rosti (spelling?) that came with it was delicious. Especially mixed with the sauce and carnalized onions. Great service as usual. My second, in between trip, I ordered the schnitzel cord on bleu. Outstanding. It fun to have some German/Bavarian back in St. Louis. Plan on a fourth trip soon. read more

Beer was wonderful and the service was quick and helpful even when busy. Had the large board and soup.. amazing. Will definitely be back! read more

Great Heart Brewing - Large board - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

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Great food and service. Tables are a bit small but overall great experience. Will definitely go back.

This is a great establishment that delivers on its concept. The owner-operators provide great hospitality and have brought a Bavarian bier/social hall to Olive Blvd. I've enjoyed everything on the menu, and so has our family- kiddos included. The smash burger is quality! Salads are fresh and crisp. Pretzels a must. Flank steak delish. Spaetzle! A variety of seating options - including a small outdoor patio; they can handle private events too. You can see into the brewery which adds to the authenticity of ambiance. I am looking forward to more great experiences. The beer is Bavarian/Czech styles - authentically- so don't expect a west coast ipa - and enjoy the clean finish! Cheers! read more

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Great food and atmosphere. Our waiter was amazing as well. So nice to find this trifecta so close to home.

Loved thus brewery!! A more upscale brewery but not snooty at all, very warm and welcoming. Staff was super friendly and helpful when ordering. They even gave us some fun facts about the menu items. We got drinks and food. My partner got beer and loved it (and he's tried a LOT of craft beer) while I got a 'cello cocktail and it was amazing. The food was also good, very good quality "upscale bar food." Will definitely be back. read more

So grateful for owners John and Helena Valentine for their gracious welcoming hospitality. They have truly created a treasure for our region. The bier is amazing. Brewing these biers at the highest level is truly where art meets science. The food is prepared with a special flair of the old country with the vibrancy of the new world. Do not miss the opportunity to visit! Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit! read more

This is one of our new favorite places in St. Louis and will be for a long time to come, I suspect. The beers are uniformly excellent and the closest thing you will find to authentic German and Czech lagers anywhere stateside (they even balance the mineral content of the water to mimic what's used in Germany/Czechia). The servers and bartenders are all charming as well. The food is excellent and has improved each time we've visited (which is at least 5 at this point) as the kitchen continues to tweak things and figures out what works best. Finally, the ambiance is lovely. There is enormous attention to detail in the interior design, and it makes the space really comfortable to enjoy a meal and drinks with friends/family. High ceilings, wood beams, and a lovely copper brew tank in the center of the wood bar. As a lover of good German lagers and biergartens, this place hits the mark for me like no other place I've visited in the US. Can't wait until they start bottling/canning later this year! read more

My wife & I met 2 other couples at this new place on Olive Blvd. One couple had been here before, but it was a new experience for most of us. GHB is a nice, large welcoming environment with their bar dominating the room, with maybe 15 tables for patrons. There's a smaller room upstairs, but don't know how many tables there. It's a lively environment on Friday night, tables full of families with kids and others with older folks like us. Loud & lively! The beer is terrific, brewed onsite. Mostly lighter German lagers & pilsners which are fresh & tasty. They also have 2 Czech darker style beers, which I tried and liked a little better than the lighter style beers. For appetizers, we ordered a large Bavarian pretzel, large enough for the 6 of us to share. It was very good & satisfying and comes with 3 dipping sauces: a stout German style mustard (excellent) and two different cheeses, one a soft cheddar, the other an also soft white cheese. Depends on your preference, but I thought the mustard sauce was outstanding and wish they sold it separately. Our other app was a small bowl of "marinated" olives, which I think means they come with the liquid from the jar... nothing special about them. Their mains consist of a couple of German specials, a Spaetzle (noodles) with Alpine cheese, a Schnitzle, a Bratwurst and a Spinach Dumpling dish. Fish & chips (fries) is available, as is a Smash burger. 1 in our group had the spaetzle, and he said it tasted like Mac & Cheese, nothing special. 2 of us had the fish & chips, the fish was Atlantic Cod in a light batter, which I thought was excellent, the fries were over-cooked, and neither of us finished them. No complaints about the Schnitzle, and my wife had the Spinach Dumplings (she eats vegetarian), good she said, but nothing special. All in all, a good experience at GHB. Nice atmosphere, warm & friendly servers, and excellent beers. The main courses we tried were good, but nothing particularly memorable about any of them. It's a new place, and maybe they are still working out the kinks with the food choices. Ooohh, and one other thing: no coffee! Most of us like to finish our meals with it, but none is available, tho our server said "they're working on it". One of those kinks to work on! read more

One of the best meals I have ever had! Amazing staff and perfect food. Chef came out to say thank you for the kind words. Put it on your list for sure. read more

Great Heart Brewing - Burgers Near Me - Olivette, Missouri

Wonderful restaurant--good service, food very good and not Sysco drivel served by so many restaurants, and beer top notch's German-beer hall inspired decor but not overwhelmingly so. Plan to return. read more

I've been anxiously waiting to try Great Heart, and it didn't disappoint! The beer is superb (traditional German styles), the food is elevated German brewpub fare (we had the pretzels, the burger and fries, pork schnitzel with spaetzle, and the apple strudel - everything was scrumptious), and the service was phenomenal. I can't wait to go back! read more

We loved this place. The owners truly put the "heart" in Great Heart. The food was delicious. We tried everything. Best brat ever. Pretzel and cheeses sauces were soo good. We loved the fries and the two dipping sauces. Pro tip use the aioli on the chicken weinerschnitzel! A friend had the steak and it looked delish. Maybe our favorite was the mixed salad with Swiss dressing. The beers were excellent. Even the NA was tasty. Can't wait to come back for more! read more

Nicely designed room highlighted by beautiful copper tanks behind the bar, and reminiscent of traditional German decor, add a degree of authenticity to the restaurant. While I believe that the term "German Cuisine" to be an oxymoron, the food here was well prepared, presented, and very good. Only downside is that it was noisy. read more