Touted highly in reviews. Visited on a Sunday. Very limited parking and a little hard to find. We're seated outside promptly. They apologized for not having enough servers. Service was beyond SLOW! Owner seemed to be running around like a chicken with its head cut off. When we finally ordered our drinks, the tap kicked, so got a part beer on the house! Slowness aside, the food was great--if you like authentic German food. We had Pork schnitzel (delicious) , potato pancakes (excellent) and spatzel (authentic and served boiled , not then pan fried with onions that you might expect, but good). It was worth the very long wait, which was more tolerable with the German beer ( but again, you have to like German beer!) The owner was very personable once the rush slowed down. They are really struggling with help, partly related to the change in ownership, party related to people not wanting to work, and ????? So IF you like genuine German food, are patient and will be satisfied with a limited menu you will love this place. If you don't know what spatzel is, don't enjoy red cabbage, and have never been to Munich, you may want to pass on this one. I would have given 5 stars if not for the slowness of service! read more

I have been coming here for years, and the food, service, and ambiance has always been good. The schnitzel is always crispy, and the potato pancakes are to die for. The cheese platters are always a good option, and the deserts are wonderful. For a Friday night dinner, it's wonderful to have- though I do think that something is missing- and that something is ASPARAGUS. I am no food professional or critic, but I think offering a common German vegetable like asparagus is a good way to introduce vegetables that allows fresh balance on the plate, as the only opinions are potato's, mushroom sauce, and cabbage in a sauce as well. I think for those looking for a hearty yet refreshing vegetable as a side- asparagus is the key here. Otherwise- everything was ABSOLUTELY wonderful! read more

Bratzeit - Schnitzel with potato pancakes - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

I came to Dahlonega with my family for a Saturday day trip and when it came time for lunch we saw this place had a 5 star rating and 100 health score, so we decided to check it out thinking it must be good. This place did not disappoint. We all ended up getting schnitzel which was really good. I got potato salad with mine which was also really good. The other sides my family got were good as well. The service was top notch. We had a dog with us and they had ample outdoor pet friendly seating. They even brought us a bowl for water (it was a hot day) and dog treats for the dog! For dessert we got homemade Black Forest cake which was pretty good. All in all the experience was very good and highly recommend checking the place out if you're in the area. read more

Simply delicious food that was perfectly prepared. The restaurant was immaculately clean and the owners were delightful to be around. We had 2 diff kinds of sausages, potato pancakes, fried potato wedges, sauerkraut and got an apple strudel w/vanilla sauce to take home! This food is genuinely German and brought back great memories of when I lived in Berlin. We wish your restaurant was closer to us (!) but will definitely be going back again! Thank you for a great restaurant experience! read more

What a great little German place. We came here before going to the high school football game and so glad we did. Everything was tasty and authentic. The spaetzle was awesome as was everything else. Will definitely go back and give 24 hour notice to try their fondue and raceltte!! read more

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Just finished lunch at this incredible traditional German family restaurant. We ordered an Oktoberfest beer and shared schnitzel and bratwurst. Finishing with homemade cheesecake. schnitzel was very flavorful and moist. Bratwurst was excellent. Cheesecake was the perfect ending. Owners are amazing people. Please try this place when you are in Dahlonega! read more

4.8 stars, authentic German experience. Having just been in Germany in December, the food was as delicious and authentic as anything we ate during that trip. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is the limited beer options. Recommendations: the pretzel, sauer kraut, schnitzel, and brats. All were excellent! read more

Bratzeit - Delicious pretzel with butter and mustard for dipping. - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

First trip to Dahlonega and we found this wonderful German restaurant after a long hike. The owner John and his patrons were gracious hosts and the food/beer were outstanding. The dog friendly patio was perfect too! We will be back. read more

We visited again and the food was so hot and delicious! The staff is super nice! Jaeger Schnitzel was so good, we had the home potatoes and red cabbage. So tasty! We will visit again when we are in town. read more

Had an early dinner at this German restaurant. The food and service was great. The Apple strudel is a must desert. The ambience could be better but you can't beat the price. read more

Reminded me of younger days with my Bammy who made spatze from scratch. The food was the right temperature and you could tell it was fresh. Our waitress was helpful and friendly. I loved having out door seating on a beautiful weekend and that there was plenty of shade for our kids. They had space available for pups and had fresh water out for them if needed. We didn't go inside but to use the restroom and everything looked clean and well decorated. You can tell this is a place loved by locals. Will hit back up when we are back in town. read more

Bratzeit - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

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If you have never had Raclette or Fodue, it is highly recommended with 24 hour advance ordering. Helen GA leavs a lot to be desired. Lived in Germany 11 years. Very Good! read more

Stopped in for lunch on our way across N GA and we're delighted by the authentic German fare! Jägerschnitzel was amazing, and I think knee got just about all of the sides. Super friendly staff, and the owner visited with us a bit while we were there. Definitely recommend - will have to make a return trip to try the brats! read more

Amazing beer! And amazingly great tasting food!!!! What more do you want????? Update 7/6/19 -- came back for lunch. Hubby had jagerschnitzel and I had the cordon blue. Both with potato salad. EXTREMELY tasty and cooked to perfection. They added outside seating - very nice. We drove 2 hours to enjoy a delicious authentic German lunch. read more

Bratzeit - Cordon blue, potato salad, German beer - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

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Simple and straightforward German and Swiss food. Hubs didn't think he cared for German food, but his experience was mostly limited to bratwurst. He has now expanded his repertoire! Hubs had the Jaegerschnitzel; I got the sausage sampler so he could try more things (cervelat, veal brat, and numberger) along with sides of potato pancakes, potato salad, and Spaetzle). Nothing disappointed. Service was fast and friendly. Note there is very limited seating inside. They also serve German beer and local mead, but there is not a full bar. It's a little off the beaten path, but close enough to walk from the Square, and worth the 10 minute walk. read more

We had a wonderful dinner there this evening! Food was great and the whole team was super nice. Pretzel was fantastic! I def recommend the potato pancakes! We had a little bit of everything:) If you are in the area check it out! read more

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Was disappointed in this curbside attractive pub. Food was poorly prepared, would not waste my money on it again.

Usually when a place has a 5 star review, I think to myself "this is too good to be true", that is definitely not the case for Bratzeit! This is authentic German food and it's DELICIOUS! Reminded me of the food I grew up on, but better. This is a very simple restaurant, order at the counter service, but the food is so good. One thing I wish we knew before we went is that the if you're looking for the fondue - you have to call 24 hours before for a reservation so that they can thaw the cheese. Still, even though we didn't get the fondue, this was our favorite place we went to in Dahlonega. read more

Exceptional service, ambience, food, and beer. The owner and regulars at the counter offer great conversation as well. Seriously, this place is the holy grail of small town grub. read more

German food isn't meant to be exotic nor fancy shmancy, so don't expect Michelin-stars when you show up to this little unassuming spot in Dahlonega, Georgia of all places. This statement isn't meant to demean the food quality in any way, but the typical 'Merkan thinks that anything outside of hamburgers and hot-dogs should be hoighty-toighty. Bratzeit is just a solid rendition of German food at a reasonable price. First, and let me get this out of the way: The parking sucks. If the restaurant is busy, then do yourself a flavor and park elsewhere. You won't be finding a parking spot on the premises, but this is a hint as to what you are about to get yourself into. We parked across the street at the pharmacy rather than sit and wait for someone to leave. Trust me, it's worth the extra 50 steps that you'll need to walk off after. This place is narrow and cramped, but you aren't here to dance, you are here to eat. Wait in line to order, and be prepared please. The menu is your typical German fare, with a couple tweaks to make it 'Merkan friendly. The menus isn't yuge, so if you have any issues picking something out, then you might have other issues that need addressing. You might notice that some of the other customers are speaking a language that isn't slack-jawed yokel. That my friends, is German. If someone from Germany eats here, then it might be good, right? The food is simple, but well done, like most German food is meant to be. Don't overthink it. Sure the place is small, but that looks to be intentional. Sure the parking is terrible, but deal with it like a civilized human being. read more

Very authentic place. Very hands on ownership. The beer is amazing, the service even better.

Just tried this German/Swiss Restaurant and it was very good. We had snitzel, spatzel, red cabbage, potato cakes, and it was very good. The Owner is from Germany, and she makes sure her food is authentic. We also had two delicious German beers. We had German cheesecake, and it was yummy. When in the area again, we will dine here again. read more

Excellent food. The best sauerkraut I have ever had, Pork sausage sampler was perfectly seasoned, I've never had such delicious bratwurst, the other two were also wonderful. Schnitzel was tender, crispy, and great with the sauerkraut. House fries are round slices of heaven, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Potato pancakes were great. Yum. Well worth the drive to Dahlonega. read more

Bratzeit - Spatzle, schnitzel, house fries, potato pancakes, pork sausage sampler - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

First time going to a restaurant after covid-19. Felt safe which is a big plus. First, i was skeptical about 5 star... owner and staff are very nice. I am not a sausage person but liked their sausage. We ordered pretzel, sausage sampler, schnitzel, Sauerkraut, goulash for two boys and two adults. They were all delicious!! Portion did not look big but could not finish. Could be bit pricey for college students. For us, it was good foods and very good German beer. I would totally bring friends here! read more

Husband said the Cordon blue was good. We liked the house fries & Etowah Meadery Strawberry Rhubarb drink. We were so excited to try this place & the fried Brie after reading the reviews but I didn't like it at all & hubs said it was ok but we definitely wouldn't order again. Server was friendly. read more

Bratzeit - Cordon blue, house fries, fried Brie - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

Food had absolutely no flavor, we got the large soft pretzel with cheese and mustard.... Cheese was ice cold and tasted old, mustard was straight up mustard seeds. No refills on drinks, currywurst was essentially sausage covered in ketchup. Potato salad had no flavor, baguette was ice cold and felt freezer burnt - honestly food was horrendous. We went to Taco Bell after read more

Meh. The great reviews must be residual from previous ownership. John is extremely friendly and attentive, but the food is... simply put... bland. Spaetzle was NOT heated in butter. It was dry... no flavor at all. Not even salt. Baguette is shaped like baguette, but in no way otherwise even resembles baguette. It's crappy previously frozen (you can taste the freezer) white bread that is inedible. Other dishes similarly not even worth mentioning. All in all... Very disappointing. read more

There's a tiny German/Swiss heaven in Dahlonega that you'd pass right by if not looking for it but keep your eyes peeled as you don't want to miss Bratzeit. This hole in the wall is much better than the outside exterior suggests. Upon arriving, my guest and I were greeted by a nice lady who handed us a menu full of pictures for those who are unfamiliar with this style of cuisine. I immediately gravitated toward the jagerschnitzel - a breaded veal cutlet with a mushroom gravy - along with spätzel and red cabbage. The kitchen didn't take long to deliver the food despite it being a small setup with one cook (who I assume is related to the kind lady mentioned earlier as it seemed like a family restaurant). Now on to the food... one word - phenomenal. The schnitzel was tender and succulent. The spätzel was home cooked perfectly. The cabbage was sweet yet sour, a perfect blend of tastes. We'll definitely be back to Bratzeit in the near future as it's too good to pass up. You should check it out too. read more

Bratzeit - Jägerschnitzel with spätzel and red cabbage - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

Pleasant surprise to find this German foodie spot on our day trip to mountains. Enjoyed the beer and pretzel while enjoying the outdoor patio. Fried Brie app was tasty as well. Will stop again for dinner next trip. read more

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Incredible place to eat and the service was excellent!! Highly recommend to everyone!

Absolutely love this place. Every time we are in town we stop by. Food is excellent, vibe is very authentic and the owners are super nice. I recommend everything on the menu. Can't go wrong! read more

Excellent German food in small town Dahlonega, GA! The workers were extra helpful and friendly! As a German, I found the food excellent. Crispy schnitzel, tasty spaetzle and a really good curry wurst! Large portions and good to order a dinner portion and take some home! Cute nondescript building but a very good meal and peasant place! read more

Bratzeit - Curry wurst with delicious crispy potatoes & jaeger schnitzel with spaetzle - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

Great Service and German Dishes! Fun atmosphere! It's like your neighborhood Cheers! Meet your locals for a beer!

This is the best German / Swiss restaurant in NE Georgia. No need to go to Helen for German food anymore.

I wrote a great review. It was great, then the owners sold it. Now it is just okay. They say they changed nothing but everything is different. read more

No pictures of the food I was too hungry! Doris will take your order and they deliver quickly. OUTSTANDING German Food No seasoning required absolutely FANTASTIC Goin = John makes an experience which is your meal! I ordered the lunch size so I could have Apple Strudel A great place for dinner after visiting the Etoah Meadery. read more

Came to visit family in the Dahlonega area. Found this place on yelp on the way into town. It has over 100 ratings and is still listed at 5 stars. I have only seen 2 other places with similar credentials. Even better was that my family had never tried this place. Our meal and service was excellent! The sausage sampler was delicious and the jaegerschnitzel was the best I have had anywhere. The owners are very hospitable and attentive. You will not be disappointed if you give this place a chance. read more

Absolutely delicious! Curry wurst was amazing. Fiancé got the veal brat which was also a great choice. Authentic. Beer was great also. Outdoor seating available which is nice for summer. read more

Bratzeit - Currywurst and house fries - German Near Me - Dahlonega, Georgia

Authentic German brats, etc. the owner is actually German and when I went in, the owner was there in person to take and cook your order and ring up your tab...I was flabbergasted with joy when I ate here for the first time. The REAL DEAL, fantastic enthusiastic service read more

The food is always so delicious! The Jaeger Schnitzel with a side of spatzel is one my favorite meals! The owners are so nice and make you feel like you are dining in their home! read more