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Came here for their annual Ocktoberfest. Food here is delicious as always. Beer nice and cold. It was a fun time. Even my Frankie had a good time there.
Was walking from China town down to pier 14 and decided to stop into this place. It was OK. I didn't have time for food just a beer so I sat at the bar. The bar had a very large lip, it was obtrusive. Service was decent. I was maybe one of three people in the restaurant around 3 PM on Thursday. Lots of seating.
They have a great happy hour, lots of seating, tasty food, and excellent beer selection! There's a lot of TV's and they have beer hall style long shared tables. We like the lemon pepper wings - super flavorful and crispy. It also comes with a roasted lemon to squeeze more lemon on and these shishito peppers that are super tasty and not spicy at all. Service is friendly and location is very convenient downtown.
This place makes me feel like I was transported to a place in Germany. Love the communal tables and decor. The service was prompt and the food was as outstanding. Portions are huge and filling. Definitely a place to visit.
This is a German style beer hall-tavern/sports bar in downtown near/in the financial district. There is limited paid street parking and paid lots throughout the downtown area. There are less, but still some homeless in the area so be careful. The inside of the restaurant has beautiful woodwork on the floors, ceilings, bar, and tables. While service on our visit was very good, according to other Yelper's experiences, it is hit and miss depending how busy they are and who serves you. On our visit, we got the Bavarian giant pretzel, the sausage board, Diet Coke and two cocktails. They have happy Hour discounts on drinks and some American style appetizers currently M-Fri 3-5. We came in at about 6:00 so we missed it. Most other restaurants in Southern CA have more extended Happy Hour hours due to the fact that most working people cannot get there till after 5:00, so Schroeder's ought to consider extending it another hour or two. Of the two full priced cocktails we had, the Golden State of Mind was just ok, but good enough to get again. I almost asked them if they could make it without the "butterfly pea tea syrup," and would consider asking if they would do that on a future visit. The Orange Kush had a similar flavor to the Golden State of Mind, was also just ok, but not good enough to get again. Surprisingly, the diet cokes came in the small glass bottles and so were NOT refillable like at almost every other bar/restaurant around the country. For post-COVID and inflation pricing, it is insulting to customers to not offer refillable fountain drinks for the prices charged. As for the food, Schroeder's can only be compared to similar German restaurants in several other cities we have visited around the country--the Sausage Garden in Solvang is the gold standard in our experience. Schroeder's Bavarian style giant pretzel came out piping hot and was properly cooked, two things most other places fail to do. They probably have the best pretzel with the Sausage Garden and the Golden Circle sports bar in Treasure Island in Vegas having the second best. Schroeder's sausage board is actually a really good value at the current pricing--$45 for 5 sausages compared to $20 for one sausage with sides for each plate. The first five sausages on the current menu were included. However, only the Bratwurst was any good. The frankfurter, basically a hot dog, was just ok. The other sausages were really awful and not worth getting. We hate wasting food and so we choked them down, but we really disliked them. Schroeder's really ought to research the kinds of sausage and the food sourcing on the Sausage Garden's menu and copy them to improve their sausages. In terms of other ambiance issues, we were very glad to sit at the outer edge of one of the large shared tables--we do not like meeting other people at restaurants like this as other people do. There was only one other couple at the far inside end and we did not have to talk to them. Sit at the bar for less interaction if you are introverts like us or make sure to get a shared table if you want to meet some people. However the main issue was that there was a VERY large party right behind us and they were VERY loud. We believe they ordered some sort of large shots and maybe nothing else and left. Our waitress ran out of the restaurant chasing them and then we overheard her telling other waitress that the large party did not pay. On the one hand, this was surprising because they all looked like young professional business people, on the other hand was not surprising as we have witnessed multiple incidents of shoplifting in the area. Regardless of the reason, sad state of the country when young professionals are skipping out on their bill (and of course no tip) which must have been in the hundreds. Additionally, not a good situation because such incidents always have the risk of becoming violent and we don't want to be involved in that. On the whole, the 3.6 Yelp average is about right for this place. We would come back and they are worth a try for their pretzel and drinks, but avoid the sausages and soda. We think the schnitzel and other fried foods are probably a safe try.
Good good, solid happy hour. They have an amazing lunch specials. Great prices for San Francisco. Plus, can't beat the beer selection
Lots of large tables for bigger groups, I suppose it's to cater the office happy hours all around. The drinks are fine, the food is mediocre. Although I wouldn't necessarily recommend the food by itself, when you are drinking and the hunger hits you, it's not too bad. So overall, a decent bar to grab some drinks, and maybe a bite, and chat away.
Went here recently for a work dinner. And the staff, especially our waiter, Samuel was very accommodating even with the last-minute extra guests. The food was good, the vibes were great, and the ambience was warm yet inviting. small gestures, like offering a taste of the beer so kindly when I wasn't sure, to constantly checking in and refilling our waters even with a super busy night are small notes I appreciate in a restaurant. This place would be good for groups as well as get-togethers. The staff took care of our group very well and all with the positive attitude
Listen to me now and believe me later--Schroders is THE BEST German bar, no question! From the moment you step inside, BOOM--you're hit with the smell of delicious bratwurst, the sight of massive steins of beer, and the sound of people having a great time. It's like Oktoberfest, but EVERY DAY! The beer selection? HUGE. They have all the classics--Hefeweizen, Dunkel, Pilsner--you name it! And the food? Come on! The schnitzel is crispy, the pretzels are bigger than my biceps, and the bratwurst? PERFECTION. The atmosphere is incredible--warm, inviting, and full of energy. Whether you want to relax after a long day or get PUMPED UP with friends, this is the place to be. So don't just sit there--GET TO SCHRODERS! Do it now! Prost!
The ambiance was a quiet pub on a Thursday at noon, so it was welcoming to have a lunch date. The service was very quick and friendly. The food was great! My only complaint of the whole meal was the spicy bratwurst was not spicy at all, but I have a love for spice. The kraut is delicious!
Liana was so fun, kind, and provided thoughtful service. We showed up for happy hour and I'm glad we did. The space is beautiful with large light fixtures. It looks like a beer hall, simple decor with lots of seating. We got seated and ordered a round of beer. The Oktoberfest was so good. I'm glad I tried this beer on draft. We also got some snacks. I am so glad I ordered a pretzel with the beer cheese (+$3). It was delicious, hot, and crusty. The beer cheese was incredible! I'll be back for more tasty treats.
It's been ages since we have been here, so we were excited to stop in for lunch last week. It was fairly quiet when we stopped in on a Friday afternoon, and we grabbed a couple of seats at the bar. This restaurant continues to feature all the fun German beers that you can't necessarily find elsewhere. Also a good selection of some fun localish beers (henhouse is always a fav). I went with the big chicken (for the high abv, I was surprised this was served in a stein, but not complaining). On to the food, love that they have a lunch special - pick an appetizer, main dish, and a cookie is included for dessert! I went with the mixed green salad, and the jager schnitzel, which was generously portioned and came with garlic mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, mushroom gravy and lingonberry jam. Very glad I ordered the salad with it, as the main dish was generously portioned, a bit on the heavier side, but absolutely delicious, and a great representation of German food.
Despite the calendar currently reading September aka definitely not October yet, it's Oktoberfest right now. Which makes Schroeder's an appropriate destination to raise a stein in celebration of the debauchery happening nearly 6,000 miles away from the Financial District. Schroeder's has a storied history -- it was originally founded in 1893 and survived the pandemic (and the neighborhood's subsequent WFH emptiness after that) but I can't tell what to make of it these days. Nearly every seat at the long communal biergarten-esque tables is taken on a weekday evening, so be sure to make a reservation if you're a large party coming during dinnertime. It gets loud in here, so know that you won't be able to hear your dining companions -- if you're stopping by on a weekday, this could be a pro or a con, depending on how much you like your coworkers. Most of the German food in San Francisco is stereotypically Bavarian, though I suppose this is actually on brand for Schroeder's being that it's a beer hall. Expect schnitzel. Lots of schnitzel. And bratwurst and sauerkraut, of course. (Skip the pretzel though. It tasted kinda stale, which was disappointing for $14.) The food is heavy, so you'll have leftovers for tomorrow, which makes the price of the meal worth it, right? The highlight of the meal was probably seeing that they also have classic German beers like Weihenstephaner on tap. Prost! read more
2 months ago
It was my second time coming here, and I stopped by with some friends to watch the World Cup. My friend was able to get a reservation and update it fairly easily. We came on a Monday night and it was quite busy, but I assumed that it was because of the World Cup. I definitely recommend coming for happy hour because they have a lot of snacks and bites as well as drinks for discounted prices. The service was immaculate and all the servers were so friendly and helpful. I enjoyed a little bit too much to drink, but I'm glad we had the bites to enjoy while we watched the game. Will definitely be coming back if I am in the city. read more
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Was walking from China town down to pier 14 and decided to stop into this place. It was OK. I didn't have time for food just a beer so I sat at the bar. The bar had a very large lip, it was obtrusive. Service was decent. I was maybe one of three people in the restaurant around 3 PM on Thursday. Lots of seating. read more
They have a great happy hour, lots of seating, tasty food, and excellent beer selection! There's a lot of TV's and they have beer hall style long shared tables. We like the lemon pepper wings - super flavorful and crispy. It also comes with a roasted lemon to squeeze more lemon on and these shishito peppers that are super tasty and not spicy at all. Service is friendly and location is very convenient downtown. read more
This place makes me feel like I was transported to a place in Germany. Love the communal tables and decor. The service was prompt and the food was as outstanding. Portions are huge and filling. Definitely a place to visit. read more
This is a German style beer hall-tavern/sports bar in downtown near/in the financial district. There is limited paid street parking and paid lots throughout the downtown area. There are less, but still some homeless in the area so be careful. The inside of the restaurant has beautiful woodwork on the floors, ceilings, bar, and tables. While service on our visit was very good, according to other Yelper's experiences, it is hit and miss depending how busy they are and who serves you. On our visit, we got the Bavarian giant pretzel, the sausage board, Diet Coke and two cocktails. They have happy Hour discounts on drinks and some American style appetizers currently M-Fri 3-5. We came in at about 6:00 so we missed it. Most other restaurants in Southern CA have more extended Happy Hour hours due to the fact that most working people cannot get there till after 5:00, so Schroeder's ought to consider extending it another hour or two. Of the two full priced cocktails we had, the Golden State of Mind was just ok, but good enough to get again. I almost asked them if they could make it without the "butterfly pea tea syrup," and would consider asking if they would do that on a future visit. The Orange Kush had a similar flavor to the Golden State of Mind, was also just ok, but not good enough to get again. Surprisingly, the diet cokes came in the small glass bottles and so were NOT refillable like at almost every other bar/restaurant around the country. For post-COVID and inflation pricing, it is insulting to customers to not offer refillable fountain drinks for the prices charged. As for the food, Schroeder's can only be compared to similar German restaurants in several other cities we have visited around the country--the Sausage Garden in Solvang is the gold standard in our experience. Schroeder's Bavarian style giant pretzel came out piping hot and was properly cooked, two things most other places fail to do. They probably have the best pretzel with the Sausage Garden and the Golden Circle sports bar in Treasure Island in Vegas having the second best. Schroeder's sausage board is actually a really good value at the current pricing--$45 for 5 sausages compared to $20 for one sausage with sides for each plate. The first five sausages on the current menu were included. However, only the Bratwurst was any good. The frankfurter, basically a hot dog, was just ok. The other sausages were really awful and not worth getting. We hate wasting food and so we choked them down, but we really disliked them. Schroeder's really ought to research the kinds of sausage and the food sourcing on the Sausage Garden's menu and copy them to improve their sausages. In terms of other ambiance issues, we were very glad to sit at the outer edge of one of the large shared tables--we do not like meeting other people at restaurants like this as other people do. There was only one other couple at the far inside end and we did not have to talk to them. Sit at the bar for less interaction if you are introverts like us or make sure to get a shared table if you want to meet some people. However the main issue was that there was a VERY large party right behind us and they were VERY loud. We believe they ordered some sort of large shots and maybe nothing else and left. Our waitress ran out of the restaurant chasing them and then we overheard her telling other waitress that the large party did not pay. On the one hand, this was surprising because they all looked like young professional business people, on the other hand was not surprising as we have witnessed multiple incidents of shoplifting in the area. Regardless of the reason, sad state of the country when young professionals are skipping out on their bill (and of course no tip) which must have been in the hundreds. Additionally, not a good situation because such incidents always have the risk of becoming violent and we don't want to be involved in that. On the whole, the 3.6 Yelp average is about right for this place. We would come back and they are worth a try for their pretzel and drinks, but avoid the sausages and soda. We think the schnitzel and other fried foods are probably a safe try. read more
5 months ago
Good good, solid happy hour. They have an amazing lunch specials. Great prices for San Francisco. Plus, can't beat the beer selection read more
Lots of large tables for bigger groups, I suppose it's to cater the office happy hours all around. The drinks are fine, the food is mediocre. Although I wouldn't necessarily recommend the food by itself, when you are drinking and the hunger hits you, it's not too bad. So overall, a decent bar to grab some drinks, and maybe a bite, and chat away. read more
8 months ago
Went here recently for a work dinner. And the staff, especially our waiter, Samuel was very accommodating even with the last-minute extra guests. The food was good, the vibes were great, and the ambience was warm yet inviting. small gestures, like offering a taste of the beer so kindly when I wasn't sure, to constantly checking in and refilling our waters even with a super busy night are small notes I appreciate in a restaurant. This place would be good for groups as well as get-togethers. The staff took care of our group very well and all with the positive attitude read more
Listen to me now and believe me later--Schroders is THE BEST German bar, no question! From the moment you step inside, BOOM--you're hit with the smell of delicious bratwurst, the sight of massive steins of beer, and the sound of people having a great time. It's like Oktoberfest, but EVERY DAY! The beer selection? HUGE. They have all the classics--Hefeweizen, Dunkel, Pilsner--you name it! And the food? Come on! The schnitzel is crispy, the pretzels are bigger than my biceps, and the bratwurst? PERFECTION. The atmosphere is incredible--warm, inviting, and full of energy. Whether you want to relax after a long day or get PUMPED UP with friends, this is the place to be. So don't just sit there--GET TO SCHRODERS! Do it now! Prost! read more
The ambiance was a quiet pub on a Thursday at noon, so it was welcoming to have a lunch date. The service was very quick and friendly. The food was great! My only complaint of the whole meal was the spicy bratwurst was not spicy at all, but I have a love for spice. The kraut is delicious! read more
Liana was so fun, kind, and provided thoughtful service. We showed up for happy hour and I'm glad we did. The space is beautiful with large light fixtures. It looks like a beer hall, simple decor with lots of seating. We got seated and ordered a round of beer. The Oktoberfest was so good. I'm glad I tried this beer on draft. We also got some snacks. I am so glad I ordered a pretzel with the beer cheese (+$3). It was delicious, hot, and crusty. The beer cheese was incredible! I'll be back for more tasty treats. read more
It's been ages since we have been here, so we were excited to stop in for lunch last week. It was fairly quiet when we stopped in on a Friday afternoon, and we grabbed a couple of seats at the bar. This restaurant continues to feature all the fun German beers that you can't necessarily find elsewhere. Also a good selection of some fun localish beers (henhouse is always a fav). I went with the big chicken (for the high abv, I was surprised this was served in a stein, but not complaining). On to the food, love that they have a lunch special - pick an appetizer, main dish, and a cookie is included for dessert! I went with the mixed green salad, and the jager schnitzel, which was generously portioned and came with garlic mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, mushroom gravy and lingonberry jam. Very glad I ordered the salad with it, as the main dish was generously portioned, a bit on the heavier side, but absolutely delicious, and a great representation of German food. read more
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When it comes to Oktoberfest, German culture revolves around dancing, music, and dressing up traditional clothing like lederhosen and dirndls. I like how women, especially barmaids, look very cute in their dirndls! That just makes me feel like staying longer and enjoying my carefree time. But no matter where life takes me, my focus shall mostly be great food and drinks. At Schroeder's, I been wanting to try a huge dish size pretzel. That'll be plenty of carbs to burn. Perhaps a stein or glass booty filled beer? Too much alcohol content to finish well enough to make me dizzy. Therefore, I'm modest enough to choose midsize meals and non-alcoholic beverages. But wait! Here's what's new. Schroeder's finally add some vegan options, even during Oktoberfest! Now everyone with different taste buds are vilkommen here. I'll be more than glad to come to Schroeder's again for traditional German food. Last year, I seen few of the familiar faces from Friends Like Me of the ARC. There's nothing better than having a whole lot of people during events. read more
Super fun environment. Reminds me of being in Munich for Oktoberfest. Came here for a Big Game Luncheon (Cal/Stanford rivalry football game). Food was excellent, bar service was great and overall vibe was very fun! It's in the heart of downtown San Francisco and has been here for as long as I can remember! Definitely check it out - even more fun with a big group! read more
4 months ago
Love coming to Schroeder's! Brings back fun memories when I came here after work. Came here for happy hour (Monday-Friday 3pm-5pm) and it's a solid deal. Tried several items from their bar bites menu - the Giant Bavarian Pretzel, Fried Chicken Sliders, and Kartoffel Tots were all good bar food options. Had their fruited sour that was from Fieldwork, which was $2 off during happy hour. The happy hour pricing makes it a great spot to grab drinks and snacks after work. Good spot for happy hour if you're looking for decent bar food and drink specials in downtown SF! read more
Wanted to start off the weekend with a wonderful lunch in the FIDI. Came to Schroeders and ordered the Jager Schnitzel - pork cutlet, smashed potatoes, sauerkraut, mushroom gravy, and lingon berry jam. I also ordered a side of fried brussels sprouts. The service was great, and the food was fantastic. The pork cutlet was thin and moist. The garlic smashed potatoes were from fresh potatoes, and the homemade sauerkraut was perfectly cured. When eaten together, the flavors blended perfectly! The fried brussel sprouts were one of the best I've had. If you want to treat yourself to a good lunch or dinner, check out Schroeders in downtown SF on Front street. read more
I've come here a couple times for happy hour with my company since they have long benches for seating that work well for large group gatherings. They are usually really busy since a lot of people tend to come here to hang out and have drinks/ small bites after work. Highly recommend making a reservation beforehand. We ordered a ton of appetizers to share, such as brussel sprouts, fried cauliflower, buffalo chicken bites, fries, and tator tots. Everything is pretty good for bar food. My favorite drink is their Golden State of Mind - fruity and sweet. Also tried Strawberry Kush, which has a nice smokiness to it but has too strong of an alcoholic taste for me. The wait staff are easy to flag down and place orders with and the food comes out fairly quickly for how busy they are. Prices are reasonable for SF. Would recommend checking this place out after work if you want a mix of good vibes, food and drinks. read more
We came in with a large party of 18 people, reserving a table from 6-8PM. First thing I noticed was the restaurant was fairly empty besides 2 tables including our own - maybe a reservation wasn't actually required Upon entering, we were seated in the middle of the restaurant in a beer hall communal table and bench. Not so much privacy, and felt very communal. Drink orders and appetizers orders were placed and served within 25 minutes, before our entree orders were ready to be taken. Maybe about 45 minutes later our entrees arrived. Tots (5/5) - no complaints. Other than the price. Pretz (4.5/5) - cheese sauce felt too curdled to be palatable. Mustard was a good addition. Meatballs (4/5) - only the mushroom gravy stood out (we ended up having to order almost 8 plates of these, in order to reach the minimum order size for our party) Fried Brussels (4/5) - good but not great. Very crispy, but felt like it was missing something. Maybe a sauce on top or balsamic? Sausages (1/5) - flavorless. I've had grocery store sausages with more flavor. The only redeeming quality was the slightly sweet Dijon on top. Dessert - we ordered the 3 orders of the Cookies (3/5) choc chip good, snickerdoodle very undercooked. Service was pretty OK, nothing to complain about, right up until the point where we were informed that because we had a large party that we were required to fit in a minimum order of $1,300. Mind you, we ordered nearly 8 appetizers and 17 entrees with add-ons, and a drink for everyone. Still didn't reach the order minimum by $300, so we were told to order food to-go and top off drink orders - so we ended up having to order 8 sausages and 5 meatballs. I understand a surcharge/added percent for a large party due to laborious service - but nearly $75 per person required? Considering one of the most common entrees are $19 (plus 7 for extra sausages) that seems exorbitant and almost exploitative. Go pretty much anywhere else and they'll not only be happy to take a large party, but won't require almost two peoples worth of food per person minimum. Overall, overpriced and overhyped. Very overpriced sausages, very bland. read more
This is a cool German spot with a lot of German food specialties and beers. My suggestion is to get one of the sausages. The sausages come with garlic mashed potatoes and a mustard sauce to dip the sausage into. I ordered the spicy bierwurst which had a bit of kick to it. The Paulaner beer complimented the sausage well. read more
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This is our first time to come to this place. Unfortunately Covid has really changed the dynamics of the environment. Heavy woods family style dining antique beer Steins behind glass very nice place. Not as crowded as expected. Music was a little loud and along the lines of RAP. Food selection had some thing for everyone. The schnitzel was superb as well as the sides, sauerkraut mashed potatoes and sautéed purple cabbage. We had a wonderful time. Only a few blocks from our hotel which made it nice to walk after having a few beers. Would totally recommend. read more
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So far I have been to Schroeders of San Francisco Ca one time at night for dinner & several times in the day time for lunch... My most favorite item that... I ate was a Hamburger with eggs & tater tots!!! Not only did I have those two items to eat.... I also gotta have myself a OktoberFest Beer as well!! If your here visiting San Francisco Ca from another country or from another city and state in the United States... And if your looking around for a good German Style Restaurant to eat at my advice to you yelpers & non yelpers go to Schroeders of San Francisco CA USA it's a very nice German Style Restaurant to eat at & to enjoy yourself!!! read more
Tap beer was good. Food was alright. Definitely skip the fried chicken sandwich as it was bland. Fries, tater tots and pretzel were decent, nothing special. I wasn't impressed with the meatball and cranberry. The venue was pretty busy at 4pm in the middle of the week read more
3 years ago
Update on my previous review. I am dropping a star because they stopped serving Pilsner Urquell in the Czech style mug and now is served in the German style stein. I still saw some Pilsner Urquell glasses but didn't get a good reason why they stopped using those. Regardless, this is the only beer hall I know in the Bay Area serving Pilsner Urquell so hope people go and support and hopefully we will get the original Czech mug again. read more
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