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Richard's Restaurant

4.2 (124 reviews)
ModerateAmerican, German
Closed 4:30 pm - 8:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Denise A.

As self proclaimed German food and beer lovers, we decided to try this place during our first night in Brunswick, ME. We were staying close by and walked over and were fortunate enough to grab a table on a Saturday evening, as we noted upon arrival that reservations were strongly encouraged. We were greeted and seated in minutes in the front dining room area (there is a back area as well behind the bar area) and provided with water. Nice. Our server was friendly and accommodating and promptly asked for our drink orders and answered our questions. We did not see most of the beers we are familiar with at other German establishments we frequent or have (including in Germany and Austria) but we were quite pleased with our selections. The cucumber salad was fantastic. The Jager schnitzel was different from what we are accustomed to and have had and made at home, but none the less very tasty. The red cabbage was outstanding. The pretzel and popovers brought in a basket to accompany the meal were super. Wonderful homey and relaxing atmosphere, great service, clean restrooms, nice decor. We would recommend a stop in.

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Vicky B.

We had a really good early dinner here tonight! We were happy to see most of our German favorites on the menu - schnitzel, wurst, spätzle, goulash, sauerbraten, wines, beers, etc. FYI - this wouldn't be a good place to bring a vegetarian for dinner - every entree is meat or fish based. For an appetizer we had the mushrooms which came with 4 and tasted fantastic! They also gave us complimentary rolls and hot pretzels, served warm and with a peppery mustard for the pretzel - Delicious! For dinner we split the German Sampler, which filled up both of us! It had a little bit of everything on it! Prices were reasonable, service was quick and courteous. Warm atmosphere. I would highly recommend checking them out!

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Todd R.

We have not been here in a few years. My wife and I went tonight after receiving a gift certificate as a Christmas present. Admittedly, I am the bigger fan of German food so my wife tagged along as a good sport. I enjoyed the curry wurst I ordered very much! The sausage combined with a tomato-curry sauce is a great pairing. The accompanying red cabbage and sauerkraut were very good as well. The selection of German beers was excellent also. I wish I could remember the waitress's name because she handled 8-9 tables on her own and did an admirable job! Overall a good experience and I will be back!

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Brandon L.

Great atmosphere in such a quaint downtown. Authentic German food with great service!! There is more in Maine than Lobster!

First ones seated when they opened at 4:00.
Brooke K.

It doesn't impress you upon first sight from the street. But were passing through Brunswick; actually on our way to get pizza at a place down the street when we noticed this "Authentic German Food" restaurant. We LOVE German food and decided to give it a try. They don't open until 4:30 and we had 45 mins to kill so we almost went to the pizza place after all. We walked in at 4:25 and were greeted by a cheery staffer and seated right away. BY 4:50 EIGHT of the THIRTEEN tables were seated with hungry diners. We knew we had stumbled upon something good! This place is GREAT!

German Sampler - A tasting of bratwurst, bauernwurst, gulasch, sauerbraten, both wiener and jägerschnitzel & all German side dishes.

Richard's is one of the few restaurants in Midcoast Maine that has authentic German cuisine. Am impressive "stein" collection on the walls.

The strudel appetizer--ham, asparagus, & cheddar was delicious.

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Excellent food, warm and friendly welcome, fresh and made from scratch. Reasonably priced. Will be back.

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Authentic delicious German food! Full menu, great atmosphere & wonderful drink selection!!!

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The classic Cesar Salad was made at the table all fresh ingredients. The fresh bread and soft pretzel were really good as well.

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