Schnitzelbank

Reviews

• RH

  Ryan Hinkle

  4 days ago
  5.0
  Amazing German restaurant. Super cool decor and extremely friendly staff willing to help with all questions. Food is amazing as well, always have to buy a bottle of the horseradish mustard to bring home!
• KZ

  Kim Ziccardi

  Nov 12, 2025
  5.0
  I had the Wiener Schniztel with hot German Potato Salad and Sauerkraut - everything was fabulous!! The rest of the people in my party loved their meals as well!
• DV

  Devan Vaughn

  Nov 10, 2025
  5.0
  I had been wanting to try this for years and finally got my husband to go on our way to my work conference. You get a ton of food! It was delicious to try so many things. My only complaint was the teeny tiny tableware had that was against a wall.
• CW

  Celeste Williams

  Nov 2, 2025
  5.0
  It was our first time here, we ordered the double sampler that offers all the meats. Great way to try a lot of different things. Comes with several sides as well. I'm not a fan of vinegary foods, but loved everything else. There was a lot left to take home. The sweet potato casserole was amazing. The brats were great, I didn't think I could pick a favorite, smoked pork chop was delicious, and both schnitzels were tasty. I would totally recommend the sampler, great way to try a lot.
• SD

  Stephen Drake

  Oct 26, 2025
  2.0
  My husband and I drove two hours specifically to dine at The Schnitzelbank in Jasper, Indiana, after hearing it was the best place in the state for authentic German food. I lived in Germany for most of my childhood and have traveled extensively throughout the country for work. My husband is a former executive chef, so we’re both very particular about how food is prepared, served, and presented. The Good: We visited at lunchtime, and the restaurant itself was warm and welcoming, with traditional Bavarian décor and a friendly atmosphere. The servers, dressed in dirndl attire, were polite, attentive, and clearly working hard to handle the crowd. The salad bar was excellent—fresh, clean, and well presented. My spätzle was cooked perfectly and tasted homemade, and the green spinach casserole was flavorful, rich, and cheesy, though a bit heavy as a side. My husband’s bratwurst, sauerkraut, and German potato salad also appeared to be homemade, which I truly appreciated and consider one of the best qualities of this restaurant. The men’s restroom was clean, and the gift shop was charming, offering a wide selection of German-themed and novelty items. The restaurant also features large side rooms that would be ideal for family gatherings or private events. The Bad: Unfortunately, my entrée—the Rouladen—was a serious disappointment. While I understand that a dish like this is typically prepared ahead of time due to the long cooking process, this one was clearly not properly reheated, not temperature-probed before serving, and not plated appealingly. The center was cold, the gravy had separated into grease, and it was excessively salty. The beef itself was tender, but the overall dish looked and tasted like slop on a plate—a poor showing for a restaurant known for German specialties. My husband’s bratwurst had an Americanized flavor, lacking the seasoning and snap you’d expect from authentic German sausage. The potato salad was as expected, though short on bacon, and oddly included egg, which threw off the traditional flavor balance. Menu Confusion: According to the menu, my entrée was supposed to come with a side salad and potato glaze, but the server asked me to choose two sides instead. I didn’t realize this meant replacing the listed items rather than adding them. The staff were courteous but could have explained this better. Overall Impression: The Schnitzelbank has charm, friendly service, and an inviting atmosphere. I truly appreciate that most everything appeared to be homemade, which shows effort and pride in the kitchen. Unfortunately, the execution, temperature control, and presentation fell far short of expectations. The ambiance, service, and salad bar were the highlights of our visit, but the Rouladen and overall authenticity left a lot to be desired. If I could go back, I’d skip the entrée altogether and enjoy the salad bar—or maybe try the fried gizzards instead.

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