The restaurant boasts an excellent ambiance with faithful historical restoration, evoking a…read moredistinct Cold War-era atmosphere. However, the dishes tend to be a little too salty for Chinese diners. Its handmade spätzle stands out from regular noodles: these egg noodles are flat, cut into short individual segments. All dishes come with extremely generous portions, and a single main course is more than enough to fully sate an adult

Excellent non greasy and tasty schnitzel. Good sides as well. Comfy interior with shared tables.read more

Great brewery on a cozy street. Our server was funny and gregarious…read more I had to order the Vetters 33, aka the "strongest beer in the world." I wasn't driving, so warum nicht? It was fantastic. I only ordered a .11l as I didn't want to be carried to the train. I'd eaten a large lunch earlier, so just got the buttered pretzel. It was tasty. My uncle ordered a vegetarian Vetter's Devil and liked it. He got the larger of the 33 and the server said, "don't tell her, but I like you better." Ha! I'll definitely bring friends and family here again.

We visited Vetter's with a very large group for a company event, and the place handled it really…read morewell. The atmosphere is classic Heidelberg--warm, bustling, and full of charm. I ordered the pork shank, since it's a traditional dish I really wanted to try. Unfortunately, mine turned out quite dry, and a few locals in the group confirmed that it can be hit-or-miss. That said, the rest of the experience more than made up for it. The service was good and the staff were great, managing our big group smoothly and keeping things friendly. The real highlight was the beer--absolutely delicious, rich, and exactly what you'd hope for from a Brauhaus. Overall, while the pork shank wasn't my favorite, the combination of great staff, lively atmosphere, and excellent beer makes Vetter's a spot I'd recommend, especially if you're in Heidelberg with friends or colleagues.

Exceptional service and friendliness from this staff that was still here 2 years later. The food…read moreis very good, like my mom made, and the prices are reasonable. A great place to have German food while is the most touristy area of Heidelberg.

Great service and delicious food. We make sure we stop in here for a meal every time we're in…read moreHeidelberg.

Terrible service, very rude server. We asked if we could order the kids food right away, she said…read moreno, all or none. Then the food took forever to come out. When it was brought out two of the dishes were wrong, the waitress got made at us when we sent them back. Never again.

After being in Germany for almost two weeks, this was the first German food that I absolutely…read moreloved, every bite. The stuffed cabbage in broth was super hot with a tangy but not too tangy broth that was delicious. The fried potatoes were perfectly cooked with slices that were crispy outside, but not inside and seasoned just right. The salad was fresh too. I also shared some of my wife's grilled sausages that were very nice. I was getting tired of boiled food. The menu said she ordered red sauerkraut. There was a warm type of sauerkraut that was also wonderful. The host couple were very friendly and though we and everyone sat outside (perfect August weather for anywhere), the inside is totally charming. This was a great place to eat right next to the Old Bridge Towers!!

The food was great, the beer cold, and the atmosphere ideal for people watching. The service was…read morealso prompt and friendly.

Good food. Good service. Fantastic beer. This is a typical German restaurant, where beer is…read moreplentiful and the food is heavy. You won't go away hungry or thirsty.

Easily the best meal of my time in Germany. I had originally set my sights on the nearby…read moreSchnitzelbank, but scheduling didn't work out. In hindsight, I'm glad it didn't. Walking in felt like stepping back in time. I doubt much has changed about this place in decades, and that's entirely a compliment. We were seated near a window and the ambiance was everything you'd want, cozy, warm, and genuinely inviting. I loved the feel of it. Our server was very kind. Her English was limited, but she was gracious and patient as I attempted to speak German, and was generous enough to tell me I did well. It added to the charm of the whole experience. Now, the food. The potatoes that came with the schnitzel were the best German potatoes I've ever had. The schnitzel itself was delicious, exactly what you'd hope for. The cheese spaetzle was a highlight as well, rich and satisfying. Plan on sharing it. The one miss was the pizza my sister-in-law ordered, which was fine but felt out of place. Stick to the German classics and you won't be disappointed. Would love to return if I ever make it back to Heidelberg.

The dining room in the restaurant is super cozy and decorated with lamps made from musical…read moreinstruments. The staff is very attentive. They check as appropriate and get what you need quickly. Our dinner was really good. We did have reservations. We even enjoyed some non-alcoholic beer. We had apple strudel for dessert, which was also really good. We were staying at the hotel, so just had to go upstairs after dinner. For the hotel - the only difficulty was the check in. We weren't sure where to go to check in. So we ended up asking the wait staff. We walked through the restaurant with our luggage to the the check in desk. Our room was comfortable and homey. The door required an old fashioned key to open. You can't beat the location being right by the old bridge.

Oh Red Ox how I love you! This 300-year old institution is a MUST when you are in Heidelberg. The…read morefood and beer: AMAZING. We were a party of 5 and were seated immediately. We ordered an array of items from pork and red cabbage to venison. Most of us ordered the Heidelberger beer. No one was smoking, which is a plus in a Heidelberg restaurant. There seems to be smoking everywhere in this town. All of us were amply pleased with the food, service and ambiance. We were seated near the door, but if you get a chance, check out the other rooms. One has a piano-man. Somewhere there are lockers for the steins of Red Ox Regulars. This is a university pub with a 300-year-old history. There were all age groups present (except no kids that I saw). The place is decked out in steins, hunting regalia, and photos of past regulars. In Heidleberg? GO HERE FOR DINNER!

I was told the Red Ox was the oldest restaurant in Heidelberg, over 300 years old and it sure…read morelooked it. Fantastic ambiance, great beer. I ordered the Deer ragout and the price for 6 people was a fraction of what it would cost at a local restaurant of such stature in my home town. Service was just OK...management was pleasant with some history of the restaurant.

10 out of 10 stars!…read more Maria was our server and she was welcoming, engaging, friendly and efficient. She made our time at this restaurant even that *more special. I need to add that Maria was working all of the tables by herself and slayed it! Sudpfanne was so good that we dined here twice in one day, and brought a friend! For lunch Mr. Wonderful enjoyed the sausage plate with potatoes and sauerkraut. I had the fried bread dumplings, mushroom gravy, with sauerkraut. We were happily fulfilled. For dinner Mr. Wonderful ordered the schnitzel, our friend ordered the goulash, and I was still full from lunch - so I only had the potato soup. All three of us left, full and happy. This restaurant is not touristy. They seem to cater to locals and folks who know where to go! They offer a warm, cozy and welcoming environment. They also have a beautiful beer garden in the back when weather permits.

Charming patio and incredible food. We chose from the classic dishes and enjoyed some wonderful…read morelocal sausage & slow-roasted pulled pork. The wine selection was incredibly delicious. Perfect way to end our German tour.

One of the finest meals I've ever had and the service was impeccable. There were three servers…read moreworking our table who were constantly attentive. The meal started with a small complementary cup of potato soup and bread service. For appetizers we had foie gras and a bouillabaisse both were delightful. For entrées we had the braised ox cheek and the crispy duck both were we enjoyed them immensely. We finished off dinner with the crème brûlée and cognac! Could not recommend dining here more highly.

This was a great dining place in Heidelberg. The restaurant is in the center of the old town and…read moreone can't miss it. We had a group dinner of 50 people and sat comfortably inside. The staff was attentive and the price was reasonable. The food was outstanding, probably French influenced German cuisine: hearty, delicate and had beautiful presentation. We enjoyed a relaxing environment in this classy restaurant. Highly recommended.

Recommend over other eateries on the Marktplatz. Couple euros more expensive per entree, but…read morequality of food and service is solid for good ole German food. Was there for Spargelzeit and we all had asparagus dishes and each was spot on. Service was efficient and friendly. Would def go again.

This is my favorite place to get a down and dirty schnitzel. (that doesn't mean this place is…read moredirty) What I mean by that is they are serving, quick, delicious, fried schnitzel. (Schnitzelbank is the place to go if you want home-style, meal your grandmother would serve) The pork is of good quality. The sauces are tasty and the fries are hot. During the summer, this is a prime location, on the marktplaz and is the place to see and be seen. The pils comes up to 1 liter and is always ice cold. The service is friendly and they do have menus in English.