I've not been to Villa Europa in 30 years. I learned recently that they are having some economic…read moredifficulties, and I wanted to visit. My late maternal Grandmother took several of us there when she closed on her home many years ago and I remember a very pleasant experience. The spot is stuck time and represents the glory days of South Augusta. It still smells and looks the same. We started with the Bavarian Fritters. They were so scrumptious. I love the apple sauce with which they are served. I had the pork schnitzel with Spätzle for my entree. It was delicious. They have outdoor dining and a large dining room. Our service was great and we had an excellent turnaround time on our food and orders. I took a slice of German Chocolate Cake home. Parking is free and ample. Come support this longstanding Augusta institution that has been around for 50 years. I'd recommend some updates from an infrastructure standpoint on their end to really improve the experience but otherwise we had a great experience.

I am revisiting my review of this iconic Augusta restaurant. We visited on a Wednesday evening and…read morethere were only a few folks there although our wonderful server told us it had been busier earlier. This restaurant has been here for 40 years and I fear she is on her last legs. Villa Europe is like a grand dame of yesterday in a shabby mink and run down heels. The wallpaper is torn her and there, the carpet is a bit worn and things just look old yet it is still cozy and somehow elegant. My daughter lamented that they "don't make restaurants like this anymore". Our waited predicted that the place would most like close by June. He said the building is too costly to maintain. It's a shame because this is our go to for German cuisine after having some negative experiences at the other German restaurant in the area. We did notice that they are no longer selling alcohol but fo offer some alternative options. As we always do we had German fare although Italian and American are offered. My daughter chose the braised pork with a mushroom cream sauce served with spaetzle and german potato salad. She declared it very tender and tasty. I had my perennial favorite Jaeger schnitzel with brown mushroom gravy and roasted red potatoes. I also had a nice side salad with excellent blue cheese dressing. Mom got the sampler platter with home fries and had to carry half home with her. Over all everything tasted great and the service was top notch. I hope to make it back before the doors close for ever. If you've ever enjoyed a meal there, or you are looking for superior German cuisine give Villa Europa a visit before the doors are closed forever on this Augusta tradition.

Hildebrandt's is an iconic sandwich shop in Augusta. Over 145 years of sandwiches and they got…read morethose right! I had the Corned beef Rueban and hubby the Italian on sourdough. The Rueben was really tasty, it could do with a bit more meat. The flavors were some of the best I've had and these are my go to sandwiches. Hubby's sandwich tasted great too ( of course we share!) bread was soft and not overpowering. I added Zapp's jalepeno chips but I wish I chose the German potato salad. Hubs had it and it was warm and yummy, bits of corned beef, perfect potatoes in a light non mayo like dressing with caramelized onions. Lose a 5 star for just for the lack of upkeep inside. It was sad to see bolted on cardboard instead of dry wall around the windows. The food is great, please give the place some TLC. Good interactions with the staff.

Hidebrand's located downtown Augusta…read more Food: We ordered several sandwiches including the pastrami / corned beef Rubens, also the hot smoked turkey and sweet heat Luis If you enjoy hot sandwiches, freshly made to order then Hildebrand's is a great place to go. Service: Friendly service, you will also get a history lesson dating the restaurant back to the late 1800 right here in the Garden State. Ambiance: Definitely can use some maintenance and upgrades however has that back in the day vibe.

Elizabeth's Speisehaus appears to be CLOSED. As in the place is dark and empty. We traveled up…read moreexpecting to find a small, charming restaurant but the dusty, vacant interior suggests there hasn't been a restaurant for a long time.

Had lunch today. First time for a Ruben sandwich. It was very good. My usual is the schnitzel of…read morethe day with sauce. All there sides are very good. Service is good. The food is fresh and homemade. This restaurant is your base restaurant, no frills but that is what I love love about it. A must try!

Authentic German Comfort in the Heart of Columbia If you're…read moreon the hunt for the best German food in Columbia, SC look no further than Julia's German Stammtisch. I've been eating here since the original location, and every visit still hits the spot. This place is the real deal: from the crispy, golden schnitzel to the hearty portions and rotating German cake selection (pro tip: grab a slice before they sell out), it's clear Julia's brings passion and authenticity to every dish. You'll find a legit German beer lineup, warm service, and a cozy vibe that feels like a local secret even though it absolutely deserves the spotlight. Must-Try: Jägerschnitzel, Spätzle, and any of the German cakes. Sweet Tip: The desserts go fast so don't wait. Local Hack: Come early or off-peak because this spot gets busy, and once they're out of something, it's gone for the day. Whether you're craving comfort food or looking to explore authentic German cooking styles, Julia's delivers on every front. Prost!

Three of had dinner here tonight for the first time and totally enjoyed the quality of the food …read more Stellar service was provided by Laken who did a nice job introducing us to the many menu selections. She was courteous, efficient, and friendly. The entire staff greeted us upon arrival and thanked us on the way out. We will return another time.

Awful service. I was a vendor at the Cottontown Art Crawl, I came to just get a coke for my mom. I…read morewaited 20 minutes to order as the second person in line because there was one worker and he took every order one by one, then made their food, then rang them up before taking another order, so it made one hotdog order take 15-20 minutes to make and check them out and everything. As someone who's been in the food service industry since I was 15, I know that this is the least efficient way to be getting orders done. Main problem was he was not only rude, but touching MONEY with the same gloves that he used to prepare/cook food. I watched him pull his wallet out, put money in there, put it back in his pocket, and pulled his pants up from his butt with the same gloved hand. Right after that did scooped the customers fries into the container and gave it to them. Thankful I was just getting a coke. Disgusting, the bare minimum is changing ur gloves.

Kid approved foot long!!! To my surprise he ate the whole…read morething and said it was good. He's a picky "dog" eater so SUCCESS! Review by 9 year old: Great dog. It wasn't too greasy and not too plain. It was just right. I liked that I got a bag of chips with it and a Coke.

What a pleasant surprise in the small South Carolina town of Ridgeway! Stopped on a Saturday…read moreevening and had to sit outside on the patio as inside was packed and tables reserved for the entire evening. Food was fantastic and the service was excellent. Did not get an opportunity to investigate the inside of the restaurant. One thing we found strange was the bar seating closed at 6:30. Odd for a Saturday. You could still get alcohol served at your table but odd that the bar shut down. If you're ever traveling on I-77 north of Columbia and it's lunch or dinner time go into Ridgeway for a bite. You won't be disappointed.

Food was delicious! Service was friendly. Unusual ambiance , small town vibes and pretty decorread more

I came for the free jazz show, I'm usually not a brewery person unless there is a special event…read morehappening. I'm not huge on German fair either which is all they had. I tried a pretzel and cheese, the sauce was good but pretzel had way too much salt for my liking. The venue appeared to be nice and clean but I was outside most of the time.

Pork schnitzel was awesome. My wife went to Germany and was telling our grandson has awesome pork…read moreschnitzel was (she's only had it a bierkeller) well it was not good in Germany. She said Bierkeller is 10x better. I have to agree. The Urhell beer was awesome.

Fun and chill spot equipped with indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly service. Snacks available for…read morepurchase and they have a schedule for food trucks. Plenty of space outback for kids to run around too.

First time to WECO and the experience was a good one. WECO provides a variety of beers and…read morecocktails to wet your whistle and wash down any food you might purchase from a rotating caravan of food trucks--a different one nightly. We checked WECO out on a Tuesday, so surprise, surprise, we scored a Taco truck. I forget the name of the truck; the service was friendly and wait time for our food was reasonable in spite of a packed house; the menu offered good variety. My wife and I ordered chicken tacos. Very authentic corn tacos that are served doubled up--nice touch! WECO offers an expansive rustic outdoor seating area featuring picnic tables and ample shade--a relaxing ambiance indeed.