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    The Lübecker

    4.7 (15 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Schnitzel sandwich with fries!
    Tara R.

    I mean, look at the picture!! Do you need to know anything else?! Loved everything about this sandwich, from the pretzel bun to tangy sauce, to giant crispy schnitzel, part of which I cut off and took home for later. The fries were delicious and I even got them rot/weiss (with mayo and ketchup) just like I always had in Germany! I also got a side of curry to try ($1 extra I think) and it was very good too. It was a cold day, so we sat inside at Queen City Radio and had a beer, and they texted when the food was ready. Honestly, we came here for the food though and I can't wait to go back!

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    Mario P.

    I was looking forward to going to Queen City Radio and was pleased to find out that this was the food option available. If you don't already know, Cincinnati is known for their German food. It's this interesting history tidbit that I recommend you explore. Anyway, I was looking forward to trying some food while I was out and about. I can't really break down this establishment into all of the categories that I usually do for restaurants, because it is more of a food stand. I will say that their hours are mainly Thursday through Saturday, with the exception of FCC games. Anytime there is a home game, they will be present. If you're looking to dipping your toe into German cuisine, I think this is a safe bet to try. Food (5/5) Like I said, I knew I wanted schnitzel. They advertise this awesome sandwich that had the delicious fried pork accompanied by lettuce and tomato on a pretzel bun. I was shocked when I received my sandwich, in a positive way. It is huge. I definitely think this is some thing that two people could eat. The schnitzel was perfectly fried. The pretzel bun had a great texture and was salted nicely. There is an aïoli sauce on it, which you should ask for more of to spread along the remaining schnitzel. I think you should get fries in addition to the sandwich if you are looking for a full meal. I saw a lot of other people ordering their pretzels, which also looked really good. The sandwiches only $11 and I think well worth the cost. This is a tremendous value. Service (4.5/5) The staff were nice and attentive. They gave me the additional sauce without any issue. They look for you in the bar area when your food is ready. I really hope that if anyone is wanting to try something new, that they give this establishment their business.

    Sampler Platter (c/o Cincy Food Tour)
    Ted R.

    When you hear the term "Food Truck" you may conjure up images of generic dishes hastily put together in order to serve the most customers in the least amount of time. However, this could not be further from reality with this business. By the grace of God, we got the opportunity to visit this establishment on a Cincy Food Tour (The OTR Signature Tour). Another review for another today because THIS review is all about the amazing, flavorful, and authentically German cuisine offered up by this establishment. The owner/chef hails from the German town after which his business is named and we got the opportunity for him to sit down with his wife and business partner along with our group and hear a little bit of the history and inspiration behind each one of his German dishes. You could tell by the way he talks about his dishes along with how they tasted, that he definitely has a passion for serving up authentic, from-scratch meals. Included with the tour was a platter fit for a King (or Queen). It had about 8 or so samples of some of the items he serves. Every single thing we tried was amazing and I can't wait to go back to Queen City Radio to get me hands on some schnitzel or currywurst. And as for that mushroom gravy....absolutely wunderbär! What a perfect establishment to try if your looking for German cuisine in a city with so much German heritage. Give this place a visit you won't be disappointed!

    Pretzel with beer cheese
    Brooke B.

    I wish I took more pictures of the food, but take my word for it - this place is incredible. I am a huge fan of German food and have tried many places in the area, but the Lubecker has something special going on. They are set up as a food truck inside Queen City Radio bar. The schnitzel sandwich was huge and tasted fresh and delicious. The pretzel did not disappoint and I will be back to try everything else on the menu!

    Excellent German food! The Service is Superb! Schnitzel Sandwich, Currywurst, Northern German Potato Salad, Käsespätzle; Lecker....

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    Great place friendly l, great crowd, gigantic beer selection, and amazing food!! Fast friendly great neighborhood hang-out!!

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    Currywurst was very tomato-forward and wurst itself was overpowered. No spatzle on game days.

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    Tried the burger with Swiss (a special), the currywurst (great snack for all to try) and the German hot dog, I forget the name.

    $8 Currywurst

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    Kantine Biergarten Eatery

    Kantine Biergarten Eatery

    4.5
    (47 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Great food and awesome staff! FUN evening with World Cup game which was a surprise to our party!…read morePROST!

    A Little Piece of Bavaria Hidden in Cincinnati (and Yes...Even a German King Approves.)…read more As the 98 th King of Cincinnati Kolping Schützenfest, I recently joined a dozenn fellow Kings to welcome our newest member, King Ralph, at Kantine Biergarten Eatery. Understand something: You don't invite a room full of German Kings to a German restaurant unless you're either extremely confident...or completely out of your mind.. Germans can be wonderfullly warm people. We can also become unpaid food critics the moment someone says, "authentic German cooking." Thankfully, Peter had absolutely nothing to worry about. From the first bite it became obvious this wasn't "German-inspired." This was German. The seasoning isn't loud or gimmicky. It's what German cooking should be: layered, balanced, savory, comforting, and tasting like someone has been perfecting these recipes since before Cincinnati had streetcars. Every spice knows its job. Nothing screams. Everything sings. Our group ordered nearly everything on the menu: Schnitzel Wiener Art, Kässspatzen, Bratwurst, Currywurst, Leberkäsee, pretzels, potato salad, red cabbage, desserts. If it had a German name Americans struggle to pronounce, somebody ordered it. The remarkable part? Nobody said, "Mine was okay." Instead it was, "You've got to try this!"..."No, YOU have to try THIS!"..."Wait...who ordered THAT?" For a table full of Germans who are admittedly a bit snooty about German food, that's about as close to a standing ovation as you'll ever get. Peter is one of the great pleasures of visiting. His accent is still gloriously German, thick enough that within thirty seconds you're convinced your passport should be stamped before dessert, but his English is excellent, and his enthusiasm for food, beer, and hospitality is contagious...I'm still recovering from the joyful experience. Then there's Donna. She somehow manages to be hostesss, bartender, server, diplomat, and air traffic controller depending on what the room needs. She has a timeless elegance that reminds you how genuine hospitality used to be. Friendly, quick with a smile, completely unflappable, and somehow making controlled chaos look effortless. The entire staff deserves recognition. Everyone was upbeat, genuinely happy, and seemed to enjoy working there. That kind of atmosphere can't be faked. The beer selection deserves special mention. Traditional German imports share tap space with outstanding local German-style brews, including Hofbräuhaus Newport favorites. Whether you're craving a Helles, Märzen, Dunkel, Pilsner, or Weissbier, there's something for you. Do yourself a favor and order one of the giant German beer mugs. Life is simply better when you're drinking from something that could double as emergency home-defense equipment. The setting is exactly what it should be. This isn't polished, corporate, Instagram-engineered authenticity. It's relaxed. It's comfortable. It's Cincinnati. It's Bavaria. More than half the seating is outdoors, conversations linger, strangers become table mates, and nobody seems interested in rushing you out the door. One tiny suggestion, and I truly mean tiny. The century-old building has wonderful character, but it occasionally carries a faint musty aroma. Peter, invest in an OdorStop commercial ozone generator for occasional after-hours use. It's an inexpensive fix that would make an already outstanding experience even better. But that's like criticizing the Mona Lisa because the frame needs dusting. If you want white tablecloths and waiters whispering French words they don't understand, go somewhere else. If you want authentic German food prepared by an actual German who refuses to compromise, outstanding beer, wonderful people, fair prices, true Gemütlichkeit, and one of Cincinnati's best hidden gems, go to Kantine. You'll leave full. You'll leave happy. And if you're anything like our group of German Kings, you'll already be planning your next visit before you've backed out of the parking lot. Prost, Peter and Donna. You promised us Germany. You delivered Bavaria. Did i mention that this place is literally hidden away from any and all drive by and walking traffic. It is a s secret spot in old-Cincinnati.

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    Bar area( they have prosecco on tap)
    Bar area( they have prosecco on tap)
    Schnitzel Weiner Art, with buttered spätzle instead of potato salad.
    Schnitzel Weiner Art, with buttered spätzle instead of potato salad.
    Vibe. Even the photography around the room depicting Native Americans (not pictured) is so specific to a true German vibe.

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    Vibe. Even the photography around the room depicting Native Americans (not pictured) is so specific to a true German vibe.

    The Lübecker - german - Updated August 2026

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