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    Brau Haus

    4.1 (122 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Mashed Potato with Gravy
    Katherine A.

    Brau Haus is a local German-themed locally owned tavern in the heart of Oldenburg. The place is cute inside, not upscale, but has a small town feel. Some of the booths are German style, giving you a European feel. Madison, our server, was friendly and attentive. The servers know the regulars by name and welcome them warmly. We sat in a booth near the kitchen and could hear a lot of laughter coming from the cooks in the back. The place is jovial. We ordered the Chicken Dinner for Two ($32) which includes about 10 pieces of fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and choice of salad or slaw. This was a massive amount of food and could easily feed a family of four. The coleslaw was delicious, the best I've had in a while. The slaw was creamy and tart (not too sweet). The hand-breaded chicken is a winner in my book. The breading is crispy with lots of seasoning, especially pepper. The chicken is hot, moist and tender - perfectly cooked. This is some of the best fried chicken in the State. The potatoes and gravy are an indulgent treat for me. Yes, I had seconds. The green beans are cooked with bacon, yet light. My husband really liked the beans. We took half the meal home for dinner. The menu is German- themed, combined with traditional Hoosier classics. The Tenderlojn sandwich they serve put them on Indiana's Tenderloin Trail. I wanted to try the sauerkraut balls and pretzels, but I was too full. There is free street parking. There are tv monitors to watch the games at the small ball. Brau Haus is totally worth a visit.

    Scott D.

    We had a very good lunch ordering the sauerkraut balls, chicken dinner for two and German potato salad. Chicken was cooked perfectly, crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside. The breading has a hint of pepper, very good. The sauerkraut balls were very good. The German Potato salad is old school delicious, fantastic flavors and texture, no skin on the potatoes. Our server told us it was her mom's recipe. Nice list of German beers, we chose the Spaten Oktoberfest that was on tap. The service was as expected. Fair warning the men's restroom is small and only one person can fit in there.

    Fried chicken mash potatoes slaw green beans and mash potato's 5 pieces including back that has no meat.
    Sally L.

    Had to hunt for a waitress and when we got one she acted like we were killing her for being there. The fried chicken was over peppered and over fried. I heard so much praise over the fried chicken and was sorely disappointed. Cole slaw was good. Won't be back

    Entrance
    Debbie E.

    Don't be fooled by the name of the restaurant- the menu offers a variety of salads, seafood, sandwiches, German dishes, and their much-talked-about fried chicken. I ordered the half chicken basket with a side salad, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and dinner rolls. The chicken was crispy and lightly seasoned and the sides were good. Outdoor dining on the deck. There are minimal parking places so be prepared to walk a short distance. Suggest reservations.

    Tenderloin
    Kevin T.

    Problems here. Service very very very slow. There was a sewer smell in the eating area (seemed to be sewer gas back up not sewer on the floor, probably coming from a drain in kitchen or bathroom). The tenderloin sandwich I got was delicious and a huge portion. The fried chicken the women got was also delicious along with the sweet potato fries. Bean burger was too spicy for my daughter to eat (and she is a pretty discerning vegetarian food critic). Bathroom space was limited. $60 for three people is not bad for a sit down restaurant. The service was just so bad (not sure if the kitchen had anything to do with it, but the waitress (while pleasant) was ignoring our table. I took some very loud to the point of rude, " Excuse me," to get any attention. I am not sure we will be back; there are better options in the area.

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    11 years ago

    If you like spicier food, try the Jalapeno cheese-sticks! They are delicious! The salad bar is dope, too!

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    Schwätzer's German Restaurant - German brat with kraut and warm potato salad

    Schwätzer's German Restaurant

    4.2(48 reviews)
    45.1 mi
    •$$

    We were in Indiana visiting family and wanted to eat here because one of our favorite YouTubers had…read moredone the challenge. We came in the middle of the afternoon and it was empty. The server seemed dazed and confused. We asked him questions but he didn't seem to know anything. We absolutely love German food so we were excited. However, this wasn't really German food. First, how does a German restaurant not have German beer on tap? Then I ordered the schnitzel. It wasn't pounded out correctly and was too thick to be considered schnitzel. The breading had no seasoning. My husband (vegetarian) ordered the veggie melt, which was on the menu, but he was told they no longer make it. He ended up getting a "sides plate." When it arrived, there were 4 of the smallest portions of sides ever. Why not just make spaetzel a main dish? Voila, you have a vegetarian option! My daughter ended up getting a pretzel because the spaetzel she wanted had too many other ingredients in it for her liking. That's on us not the restaurant. Overall, as German restaurant connoisseurs, we were disappointed.

    Seymour is not a town with a lot of interesting food options, to say the least. I can recommend…read morethis place to the extent that at least you're not eating at a chain. But ultimately, it's just okay. Service was fast (perhaps too fast) and friendly. But our dishes were just okay. We didn't have a bad experience, but it's not a must dine, to say the least.

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    Edelweiss Restaurant - Great salad with pasta salad and I liked the cheese spread with the crackers too!

    Edelweiss Restaurant

    4.0(62 reviews)
    55.1 mi
    •$$

    I really, really wanted to like this place. As my husband and I have both enjoyed German food…read moreabroad, we were excited to try the menu for this restaurant. When we went on a Friday night, there was live music on the biergarten's patio, but it was so loud that even indoors, you could not hear your conversation. Upon arrival, even though we had a reservation, and there were only four other tables dining, service was pretty slow to be seated and the poor waitresses seemed overwhelmed. I will say the waitstaff is exceptionally friendly, even with a busier biergarten. The food, I'm sorry to say, leaves much to be desired. Presentation is unappetizing, and as some other Yelpers have mentioned, the meal is definitely not a feast for the eyes. I wish I could say the flavor was better, but everything was bland and underseasoned. My husband, who's never met a sauerkraut he didn't adore, could not even finish his meal. The portions are small for the price, but honestly, the flavor was so underwhelming it didn't matter how much was on the plate. The decor seems very throwback, replete with tourist tchotchkes and and faded pictures of Germany. The dark wood paneling does lend a moody, Germanic air, and from what I understand, they have a large selection of beers on tap.

    The food is great. German Food is hard to come by, and this is much closer than the Rathskellar…read moreDowntown, or Heidelberg House in Lawrence. I typically get the Sausage Trio, which provides a good variety to sample. One suggestion is to call before you come, since it is a smaller restaurant and may be busy during the buffet, or may close early because it is slow.

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    Kreimer's Bier Haus - Mett and Kraut with a side of broccoli, Bavarian Pork Chop with a side of fries

    Kreimer's Bier Haus

    3.6(292 reviews)
    28.0 mi
    •$$

    Great for summer outdoor. Just wish the kitchen could handle more carry out orders during event…read more Have allergies and can't eat what is served outside

    What a darling place! We were looking for a place to eat that was heading towards Indianapolis and…read morefound this restaurant. Hubs is from Germany so we thought we would give it a try. The restaurant sits on the Miami river which was very picturesque. They had a bier garden complete with a stage for live performances. We were waited on quickly and they carried Warsteiner, which we enjoyed! We had a friendly and efficient server. The first item we ordered was the Bavarian pretzel with bier cheese. The pretzel was a decent size and tasty. The bier cheese, however, missed the mark for me. It didn't even resemble any beer cheese I ever had. And unfortunately, I ordered my broccoli with that cheese! My husband ordered the Kaiser burger--which sounded substantial and delicious. And I ordered the Mettwurst and sauerkraut. The portion sizes were great! But let me just say--they are no Hofbräuhaus! Not at all! Not even close. The only thing I managed to eat was the Mettwurst and only a few bites and it wasn't that great. And then the potato pancakes? They were cold and tasted like they were fried in old oil. We were starving and disappointed. But coupled with fatigue we were just happy to have eaten and gotten on our way home. The restaurant was pretty packed by the time we left. And people seemed to be enjoying their food. So we may try it one more time--especially because the venue was very German inspired. Our bill came to about 100 with tip. Wished I could have given a better review--sorry!

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    Steinkeller - Chicken kaespaetzle

    Steinkeller

    3.9(164 reviews)
    27.4 mi
    •$$

    A fun atmosphere, delightful decor, great staff, and seriously delicious food at very good prices…read more And lots of beers, with a strong focus on German varieties. They offer $12 flights so you can try a few. Today we shared sauerkraut balls which are crispy out, soft and tangy in, complemented by a very tasty creamy mustard sauce. You get eight in the order and they are plenty big. My husband got the avocado bacon burger which was a delight for the eyes as well as the palate. It must have been a half pound and done to perfect medium as requested. I was in a bratwurst and potato pancake mood and after the app I was craving more sauerkraut, so I went for the King Ludwig. This is listed under Sandwiches but believe me, this is knife and fork, and you might also need a ladder. This dish could feed three people. Big thick brat sausage patties and huge potato pancakes. Delicious! Pro tip: ask for some sour cream and some of that mustard aioli. The beer cheese that it comes with is good but didn't seem to go with this particular dish. I dipped some chips in it instead. This was our second visit. Glad to finally return. It can be an adventure getting here, not the least of which is the parking nightmare of Oxford. The descent of the iron railed stairs is kind of fun. There is a handicapped access at the rear of the building, leading to an elevator, but it's designed for wheelchairs or scooters because the ramp is very long. For a person with mobility difficulty who can still walk, this would be a very long walk and they'd probably do better with the stairs. My husband has this issue and he concurred. The wait staff is young and enthusiastic, neatly attired, and so very kind and helpful. The German decor is delightful. What a treasure! Get down here, you'll be glad you did.

    This restaurant is underground on High Street which makes it an interesting dive place. We went mid…read moremorning where I was told that it's a great place for breakfast. Make sure that you have an empty stomach since there is so much food. They have mimosas if that's the mood but otherwise a ton of good German food. There is a lot of seating for big groups and plenty of options to choose from.

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