Schnitzelbank is the highest rated restaurant in Heidelberg, and with just cause. We lucked out coming here around 1430 HRS because we just missed the lunch rush and just beat the early dinner crowd. The weather was beautiful for sitting outside. I wish I had gotten our server's name because he was outstanding. Friendly, witty, and willing to help navigate the menu - he made our dining experience even better. We started with a couple of local wines that were amazing - a red and a rosé. Some bread and butter came to our table with our escargot starter and side salad. The bread and starter were delicious. Our snails were hot and garlicky with plenty of juice to sop up. The side salad was also very tasty and fresh. For our mains I went with the Schnitzelbank Platter and my lady went with the Pepper Schnitzel. My platter came with a local delicacy called saumagen, as well as roasted pork, sausage, roasted potatoes, and sauerkraut. The saumagen was the highlight for me. Our server was also excited we got it. It is a local offering consisting of various meats and other items wrapped up in a stomach and served as a loaf-style meat. The pepper schnitzel was also outstanding - the sauce was indeed peppery, but it didn't smother the schnitzel, which was breaded nicely and not dry, as some schnitzels can be. And after all that food, still, an apple strudel. This was so worth it. I don't even like sweets in the USA, but in Europe, they are something else. This was something else. We had a lot of great meals on our trip, but this was probably the best. Not just for the food, but for the overall experience, it's easy to see why this is the shining star in Heidelberg. read more

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This is a very quaint compact local flavor type of place. We sat community style with two other groups, promoting a sense of community. The food was outstanding authentic German cuisine with a twist. The garlic Schnitzel is truly made for garlic lovers like me! The mushroom schnitzel had a flavor explosion when it hits your pallet. The wait staff was very friendly and accomodating, especially to Americans who don't speak German! read more

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Thanks to Yelp for helping me find this little treasure. I went to order beer and was informed that it's a wine bar. But that wasn't a problem as I ordered a great red wine which Heidelberg is located in a wine district. I ordered a pretty standard schnitzel and had it with cabbage and salad and it was just amazing. The seating in this restaurant is a little bit tight, but I also realized in German culture. It's not a big deal to join a table with a bunch of other people and the Germans are more than friendly and welcoming. Prices were reasonable, and the staff was great great place to have a meal of authentic food and would highly recommend. read more

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This place is small and packed - so make reservations!! We didn't but decided to wait - we found a spot at a table with 5 other people - that didn't know each other - this is common I think in Germany but it was a fun experience to add to the journey. We met some lovely people lol. In our tiny elbow to elbow booth. Anyway - tried schnitzel for the first time - it was okay. I can check that off... the sauerkraut was yummy, but the cabbage was way different than I was expecting. It was actually creamy... not my cup of tea. Portions are huge - sharable for sure. But the service and the restaurant was fun and charming. I would go back and try a different dish. :) read more

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My sister and I had Lunch today. Great food, great service. Small restaurant with a great ambiance. read more

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This is a tiny dark place inside but it has a great ambiance. There is also outside seating if the weather permits. The schnitzel is good. This is a wine bar but I got a beer which was rather small by German standards. Service was good. I would eat there again. read more

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Small "classic" German restaurant which gets very busy during tourist season They used to accept reservations but I don't think they do anymore. We showed up when doors opened at 5pm and there were already 10 people waiting. We ended up sharing a table with a nice couple from Nebraska. Schnitzel is top quality. Default version is served with pan fried potatoes. The house special includes creamy spatzle and salad. There's a garlic version which is a little too garlicky for me. The turkey schnitzel comes with a mustard gravy. I didn't try it but the Nebraska folks loved it. For something different and delicious, get the Swabian pork tenderloin. Staff are all very friendly but a bit frenetic. I suppose they need to turn the tables. read more

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The food here is fresh, made and authentic German food. We were in town and wanted something that was just relaxed and local, and this place, it was perfect. it was a quiet night, but the service was good and the food was great. i had the pork and my wife had the veal and they were both done perfectly. also, they had split pea soup that evening that was home made and it was the best i've had in a long time. We will definitely be back next time.We are in town read more

What an incredible experience from start to finish! Comfortable and interesting atmosphere, amazing service, great selection of wines, and absolutely delicious food. The pictures and reviews won't ever capture it. It's one of the places you have to experience and enjoy yourself. Will be back soon and definitely recommend to others. read more

Schnitzelbank - Gorgonzola Schnitzel and Pfefferschnitzel - Wine Bars Near Me - Heidelberg, BW

Had the cordon bleu schnitzel with muenster cheese and spatzel, both delicious. The salads seemed overdressed but were very tasty. Note that this is a wine bar so soda options are limited. Lovely little "hole in the wall" place that I would easily recommend. Great ambiance and vibes, feels very non-touristy but they had an English menu. The service was excellent. They were both very attentive and friendly. It was a very nice way to top off our evening in Heidelburg. read more

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Great restaurant in old town. We showed up for an early dinner around 5 probably and glad we did because we took the last available table outside and then they were completely booked the entire night inside and the outside is on a first come first served basis and there were tons of people trying to eat here. I had the turkey schnitzel which isn't traditional but I don't eat pork so I'm glad they had this option. They also have a non breaded option. The food was huge so we could've shared one plate. Service was super friendly and pretty quick. read more

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Too bad we did not take any pictures to show but this is a really good restaurant. It is more like a local hangout with several communal tables to share. We had a special schnitzel and it was a lot of good food. It comes with a nice salad as well. If you don't eat a lot, you want to share with your friend or family member. It's close to the main old town area and very walkable. read more

First meal in Germany had to be schnitzel. Now that the trip is over, I can say this was easily one of the best meals we had the whole week! I enjoyed: Dry Reisling (tap) Pepper schnitzel (which came with salad) Portions are huge - we could have split one dish easily (although not sad we didn't). We ate outside, but the interior looks warm and fun for a low-lit evening bar adventure. Would definitely return if we find ourselves back in Heidelberg. read more

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Awesome experience the schnitzel is great even better we had a YouTuber next to us taking videos the entire time. Maybe I'll be famous.. great beir, excellent wait staff, an all around great experience. May go back for seconds later today!! read more

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You won't find a better dinner spot than this. Not just in Heidelberg but in all of Western Germany or Eastern France. Sip on some regional wine and feast on hearty schnitzel (la maison is fav). So cozy you'll feel like it was planned by central casting. read more

Tiny, quaint and rustic, Schnitzelbank hits the spot! I went for the three course, (created myself). Started with creamy tomato soup, which had chunks of tomatoes - really good! I ordered the special which was schnitzel with peppercorn sauce. It came with the starter salad which was delicious. We had a nice creamy Italian dressing and it was the most vegetables I got on my trip! Lastly, I got the schnitzel finished with the pepper corn sauce which was a great heart stopper. Great place! read more

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Great stop for dinner! Come early as it's get full quickly! Tight little space lit by dim lights and candles on the table! Cool indoor space that you feel like you stepped into history! Outdoor space exist in the front and back too! So what do you expect for dinner here? Schnitzel of course! They have all types except chicken! Very large plates! As food is so good, most customers clean their plate! Grab a drink too to enjoy your dinner! Communal tables exist: so you may meet some friends too at dinner! Great company had at my table with individuals for Germany! I'll surely be back for more tastings.... read more

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We loved this place! Tucked in on a little side street, we sat outside on a summer evening, although the inside must be wonderful during the winter, as it's warm, cozy and inviting. The garlic schnitz was the sh*t, in the best possible way. It was flavorful, light and yummy. And they also give you a yummy side salad to go with it. If you are in Heidelberg, go! read more

Schnitzelbank - Amazing schnitzel and good service. - Wine Bars Near Me - Heidelberg, BW

Amazing food. Everything delicious. The schnitzels are out of this world. Just be careful as each order is very large and comes with 2 schnitzel. The bartender and the servers are so nice. Highly recommended. Kitchen closes at 9. read more

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Wonderful food and great service. Highly recommend for great schnitzel off the Hauptstraße.

Best Wienerschnitzel I have ever had. We arrived 5 minutes before opening and there was a line of about 10 couples. We shared a table in the bar with another couple and had a great time. Extremely glad we decided to go for dinner here. read more

Schnitzelbank - Wienerschnitzel and sausage dinners. Delicious! - Wine Bars Near Me - Heidelberg, BW

1st visit - I ordered a plain schnitzel. The best schnitzel I had out of +10 occasions. Schnitzel was thin and crispy with just the right amount of meat without being rubbery. Both schnitzel and sides were very well seasoned. This location apparently opened in 1992, but the same restaurant started 300 years ago. Portion size - one order got me full Service - standard serving time. Servers and cook were very kind and friendly. Ambiance - small sitting available outside. Inside is antique and comfortable. Will come back alone, or with friends/family read more

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Schnitzelbank is a small traditional German restaurant a very short walk off of the main shopping street. The interior dining room is very small, but that could be because it is filled with large tables that appear to be from an old woodworking shop. Although they add old world character, their size make it hard to get to your seat. It was a very nice afternoon so we decided to sit at the front "covid" patio (they do have a patio at the back of the dining room but it was full). Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. Since it was our last lunch in Germany I went with the wurst plate which had two very good sausages and some boiled potatoes. My vegetarian wife tried the Munster cheese slices in an onion and mushroom sauce, but she did not think it was that great. read more

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Amazing dinner! Best schnitzel that we have had in Germany. Authentic old German atmosphere. Staff was extremely friendly and spoke English. Small restaurant so on rainy days make sure you get there right when they open because it fills up quickly. We got there at 5 and by 515 it was packed! read more

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If you are looking for a really small, casual restaurant with good German food then this is the place for you. The restaurant is located in an Alley in Old Town; has no ambiance to speak of, is really a small bar with a few tables. They offer outdoor seating on picnic tables or indoor seating in a very tiny cramped space. They serve traditionally prepared Schnitzel in a variety of interesting sauces. The Schnitzel and Spaetzle are good (but not great). My favorite part of lunch was the ice cold Pilsner and the staff who are eager to please. This would not be my first choice but it is acceptable if you cannot find an alternative. read more

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Best restaurant in the Heidelberg Altstadt. Best German cuisine in Heidelberg is here for sure. Portions are huge, so splitting between two people is definitely the move, both practically and financially. On top of housing incredibly good German cuisine, this place is also just so damn cozy. You have to share tables with other people because of how small it is, and I love that. Funny waiters, too. Reservations highly highly recommended. Couldn't get in on a weeknight with a party of 3 one time. Was great to finally go. read more

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The food was very good. The beer was very good! The service was excellent! Marcel was personable, and extremely attentive and precise. Thanks for a great experience! read more

Excellent food and service - The Pork Snitzel and fried potatoes were delicious and the staff was very friendly even though we do not speak German! read more

So much fun! If you can shoehorn in. Small traditional schnitzel haus with wonderful food, huge portions and a fun if crowded house. Fantastic riesling on tap and we started with snails which aren't to be missed if you're a fan. The schnitzels are wonderful and the owners are so cool. Get there, get in line and enjoy. read more

According to Mark Twain, onetime Heidelberg resident, "A banker is a fellow who lends his umbrella when the sun is shining and wants it back the minute it begins to rain." Schnitzelbankers are different. They never lend schnitzel because they know they will never get it back! Too delicious. We came to Schnitzelbank at 11 pm on Sunday when very few restaurants were open. And they were so warm and welcoming. We ordered a few different schnitzels (garlic and mushroom) and some nice Pfaltz white wine. Very solid German fare. The atmosphere was 100% medieval ale house. The service was outstanding. Impossible not to love this place. read more

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Amazing food!! Great service. Loved the ambiance. Would definitely return when back in Heidelberg.

Excellent food with very large portions. Very friendly staff. Cool old family-style environment.

You want excellent German fare with regional wine pairings with a cozy local vibe - you will not do better in the altstadt. Had mushroom cream schnitzel, wife had pfeffers hnitzel both were tasty substantial portions as well. Perhaps a bit different is this "gastropub" specializes in wine so excellent selection of gewurtriminers and Reislings and the like. No beer on tap - but did have some bottle selections, I managed a solid Hefeweizen with my meal. If you're in Heidelberg and want an authentic meal at great value - this is the place. read more

Hands down my favorite spot during my two week stay at Heidelberg. It is a small location where you are guaranteed to sit with people that you do not know. Very friendly at atmosphere and even better food! read more

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What a gem! The absolute BEST meal on this trip. That included restaurants in Germany, London and Paris! I had a Gorgonzola Schnitzel that was out of this world. My wife and daughter had other Schnitzel variants and were equally pleased. The host/ waiter was really on his game and very attentive. Don't be put off by the entrance (this means you fellow Americans). Great old interior and family-style seating. Lots f fun and great food. Try it. read more

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Food was very good and the service was excellent. Very generous proportions. Marcel was fun and helped us with our choices but I don't think you could make a bad choice. If you can make a liver dumpling good you are above all chefs. To be safe I had the special. The Apple strudel was wonderful. read more

Amazing! Now we've gone to Schnitzelbank two nights in a row! Ordered the Gorgonzola Schnitzel and garlic bread both nights. Now added delicious Apple Strudel tonight. Excellent and welcoming service, great atmosphere, food and drink are wonderful! read more

This place is so yummy. Very cool ambiance inside it's like a cave. We sat outside and it was super nice and chill off of the Main Street. I got the Weiner schnitzel and my mom got the garlic schnitzel and both were superrrr yummy. The schnitzel was not heavy or greasy at all and I was close to eating the whole thing if my stomach was bigger. I definitely recommend either of the dishes we had. They only have beer and wine on the alcoholic drink menu so that is something to consider. Server was very nice and did speak English and they also had an English menu. Thought it was very good and would go here again for the schnitzel although it could have used some salt. They also at the moment do not have any to go boxes and only have foil to wrap your things in. Lastly we got the apple strudel (I think) with ice cream and whipped cream on the side and it was pretty good. Nothing extreme but a good way to round off a meal. Def would recommend. read more

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This is what you might think of when you consider a nostalgic German restaurant. It is very cozy and quaint with few tables but tremendous food and a very energetic wait staff. My wife and I were seated with two lovely women who were sisters celebrating a weekend together. I had the bratwurst, which was the best ever and my wife ordered the pork schnitzel with a creamy mushroom sauce. It was extremely tasty and tender. A perfect German dinner to end a perfect day in Heidelberg. read more

This restaurant was everything we were looking for on our visit to Europe. Small but quaint, service staff was attentive and extremely friendly and helpful even though we didn't speak German. Since the place is so small get there early as we got there a little after it opened and it was already almost full. Sharing tables with strangers is acceptable. The food here was amazing some of the best schnitzel we had on our two week tour of Germany and Austria. Had the schnitzel with the creamy mushroom sauce and spatzel and my husband had the turkey schnitzel. Meat on both was cooked to perfection. The fluffiest spatzel I've had. For appetizer we had the escargot which again was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious which thank goodness they gave us bread to dip into the sauce with. Beer and wine were excellent as well. Can't rave about this place enough. Well worth the stop and would love to come back. read more

Schnitzelbank - Schnitzel with creamy mushroom sauce and turkey schnitzel with Dijon sauce - Wine Bars Near Me - Heidelberg, BW