Mang. Oktoberfest? Jive Turkey Fest More Like It. Now dig…read morethis, baby--I rolled up to this Oktoberfest ready to get down. Bratwurst was looking righteous, pretzels were on point, beer was flowing like a Saturday night in the disco. I ask for some sour cream. This jive turkey looks me dead in the eye and says, "We ain't got it." Say what?! Mang, don't hand me no dry potato and expect me to act like everything's copacetic. You got enough beer to float a battleship, enough sausage to feed Oprah , but you can't keep no little sour cream on the scene? I ain't come to Oktoberfest to get played like some square. That potato was drier than a bad joke at the Apollo. I'm talking stone-cold jive turkey behavior. One star, baby. One. Get your sour cream game together, cats, because this ain't the way to treat the Shogun. Now get on the good foot and stock the dang sour cream.

Beautiful facility hosting many special events and serving their membership. We went to "Fasching"…read moreevent to celebrate Mardis Gras German style. Full bar offering authentic German brews as well as domestic beers. Food was available for purchase. I had the Jambalaya over rice, spicy Cajun sausage with peppers and Cajun sauce (no shellfish). Red beans & rice were spicy in a rich Creole sauce served over rice pilaf. My partner had the Cajun Schnitzel sandwich. Traditional Schnitzel with a low country flare. Lots of entertainment all night. Circus acts, balloons and beads, of course. Music and skits. All a really fun family event.

We almost didn't come here bc it felt like too much of a schlep from where we were staying downtown…read morebut it was definitely worth the trek. It's really not that far I'm being dramatic it's like max 13 min from the center by car. Anyways it is literally the cutest place inside. Dimly lit by table-side antique sconces and Christmas lights in the bar with wooden booths and chairs. Very eclectic. This felt like a special place the minute we set foot inside. The beer menu is something else you not only wouldn't find in a typical restaurant but even for a beer place. Very Belgian German vibes. I didn't even get to the best part yet believe it or not. They are very vegan and vegetarian friendly. So many things on their menu can be made vegetarian or vegan. Like things I've never seen before like TOFU SCHNITZEL. Holy shit. But then you think about it and are like why have I never seen this before? It can't be that hard? They also have a meat free version of the allegedly local favorite sauerkraut balls which was an absolute must. There were just so many things we wanted it was hard to choose. Other than the balls, I was very interested in the vegan sausage and the Reuben (on literal potato pancakes) that can be made vegetarian or vegan without the corned beef but ultimately could not pass on the tofu schnitzel which came with a starchy side (I went with the spätzle obviously) and a veggie side (I went with the kraut.. obviously) and GF the Reuben with a side of fries. To take home for later, the spätzle appetizer and the pretzel. We also ordered beers, needless to say. I tried a cider that was incredible. One of the best ciders I've ever had. Everything was incredible. The kraut balls, actually spicy kraut balls per their menu, were so good. I was bummed there were only 4. I feel like there should be at least 6. I'll pay more. The dipping sauces were really good too. One was a curry ketchup type thing and the other was a cheese that was fabulous. Tofu schnitzel was breaded to perfection with a very crispy exterior. They used a nice, thic slab of tofu. Given the schnitzelness of it they probably could have gotten away with something thinner. They had a mushroom gravy which was nice for the vegans. The kraut was typical kraut. The spätzle slapped. I love those little pasta dumpling dough pieces. What a nice texture. GF's fries were salted perfectly and crisp. The pretzel was softer and lighter than usual. The cheese spätzle was better than sex, earth shattering ecstasy. So yeah it was pretty good.

First visit. Walked in on a Wednesday night. Asked if we had a reservation which I found odd…read moresince the place was virtually empty. But, OK. Seated in bar area which was super cool. Real old-school bar vibe. Really liked it. Lots of wood paneling and vintage stuff on the wall. Great German beer selection and I had a draft I never had before. Really good. Ordered 'build your own Schnitzel'. Picked the veal, sauerkraut and mashed potatoes. Had the veal topped with 'Oscar', crabmeat and asparagus. Delicious...veal was crispy and tender, sauerkraut had the right amount of bite and mashed potatoes were solid enough. Topped with paprika gravy. Food was very good. All in all a really good place. Food was great, service was fine, maybe a little cold and not particularly friendly, but good enough. I am new to neighborhood but this is the kind of place I could see myself coming to often.

What a find! Had no idea the place was here until I saw a beer truck on the highway promoting the…read moreStrongsville location. Came in on a Friday afternoon and was very pleased with the quality and variety of beers. It's not just German lagers. Had a most excellent west coast IPA as well. The 'kitchen' is one step up from a microwave, but the pretzel I ordered was not only delicious and piping hot, but the cheese dip was something special. I have no idea what they put in it, but damn was it delicious. A touch of spice and a rich cheesy flavor. Just outstanding! Service was fast and friendly. One bartender really knew his stuff, the other was on his second day but seemed to be asking all the right questions. The place is also decorated very nicely, with couches and comfy chairs in addition to the bar stools. Will definitely come back again.

We stopped into Schnitz Ale Productions this past Saturday after running errands in the area and…read morewere looking for something a little different for lunch and this place was a great find. The space itself is cozy and thoughtfully designed with elegant decor, and it has a really nice taphouse/tasting room feel. The rotating craft beer selection is a big plus if you're into trying something new. For food, we started with Branka's pretzel with everything seasoning, brown mustard, and their house-made beer cheese. It was delicious and a perfect shareable appetizer. My husband ordered the Reuben sandwich per the recommendation of our server. It came on rye bread with Swiss cheese, house-made corned beef, kraut, 1000 Island dressing, plus chips and a pickle on the side. He really enjoyed it. We also shared the charcuterie platter, which came hummus, jam, mustard, smoked sausage, vegetables, chips, mozzarella cheese and sliced apples. It was a nice variety that worked well for grazing. I thought it was a little pricey for what you got though. My husband did a beer flight, which he enjoyed sampling, and our 11-year-old was happy with a mocktail that was not on the menu, but our server made for him by request, which made it a nice stop for the whole family. Overall, a relaxed spot with good food, good drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere. We'd definitely come back again.

Imagine a magical land where the smell of pierogies wafts through the air like a warm hug from your…read morePolish grandmother. Now, stop imagining, because Krakus Polish Deli & Market in Boardman, Ohio, is that magical land, and it is the holy grail of pierogies, kielbasa, and all things Polish food-related. If you haven't been yet, your taste buds are straight-up missing out. First of all, let's talk pierogies, these little pockets of heaven are to die for. Like, not even exaggerating. I tried the classic cheese and potato ones, and I'm pretty sure I saw a light flash before my eyes. Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, these pierogies are so good they should be illegal. But wait--there's more! They do weekly pierogi specials, and trust me, each week is a new flavor adventure you won't want to miss. The cabbage roll; Heavenly. The sausages... Let me tell you, if there's a better kielbasa on the planet, I don't know it. The market is like a treasure chest of authentic Polish foods, we're talking everything my Polish grandfather used to keep stashed around the house, like sauerkraut pickle jars (which I'm 100% sure he got directly from the motherland), obscure teas, crunchy wafers, and probably some mysterious cured meats you didn't even know you needed in your life. And then there's the prices. I don't know how they're doing it, but you could feed an entire village of hungry Babcias (grandmas) on a budget here. Incredible value, folks. But--here's the catch--the hours are... um, "quirky." Like, if you're planning to roll up for a late-night pierogi binge, you might want to double-check their hours because they close early. It's kind of like they really want you to enjoy the pierogies, but on their schedule. So, don't be that guy who rolls in at 7:15 pm and finds the door locked. Trust me, I've been that guy. So, check the hours, make sure you're ready to dive headfirst into some of the best Polish food you'll ever eat, and prepare to have your mind--and stomach--blown. Krakus is like stepping into your Polish grandma's kitchen, if your grandma was a magical food wizard who had a secret stash of pierogies she didn't share with anyone. GO HERE. Seriously. If I could give this place 6 stars, I would.

Delicious food and the staff was very friendly. I will go back when I'm back in town.read more

Went there during the Fish Festival and enjoyed it so much! Went back the next night. Great…read moremartinis and the beer is great. Fabulous sauerkraut balls.good band ! Had a fun time

Unfortunately, not a good experience. Service is poor and we waited over an hour for our food…read more Asked the server several times but they kept saying other tickets were in front of us. Our entire group was very disappointed with the quality of food. Chicken paprikash was okay but lacked a lot of flavor and paprika. The "dumplings" are really just doughy bread slices. However, this was not explained to us and I'm realizing this may be true Czech style? The spaetzle was fine. The pork dish was overcooked and dry. They did had a fun outdoor area with a great band playing live music. Would not return unless just for music and drinks. I would suggest they put more care towards their customers and ask if they want more drinks or comp an appetizer if the wait for the food is over an hour.

How nice to have a European pastry bakery AND a European restaurant all in one! I had a late…read morebreakfast and was seated immediately in a two-top booth. The staff are very friendly and help create a homey atmosphere. It was hard to choose what to eat, as the menu items all looked amazing, but I went with the pork schnitzel with paprikas sauce, two eggs, home fries, and toast and a side of smoked Slovenian sausage. I wanted to try the crêpes, but was too full. The portions are hearty and very reasonably priced. Everything was delicious. The pork schnitzel was tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. The paprikas sauce was a nice accompaniment. The home fries are homemade and come fried on the griddle so the outside is crispy and the inside light and fluffy. The coffee was delicious. Very rich, mellow flavor. I'll definitely be back. Those European pastries beckon!

Found this as a recommendation from the Yelp community when searching for lunch near Brunswick…read more Met my daughter and fiancé and future son in laws mom here for lunch. Do not let the strip mall location deter you. This homestyle restaurant and bakery was a great place to meet. Melissa, our server was very friendly and helpful. We all ordered food that we enjoyed. Only two boxes, but mostly, because we wanted to save room for dessert. I had the Hungarian sampler plate with cabbage and noodles, chicken paprikas, stuffed cabbage and cucumber salad as a side. Every part of it was delicious. My husband ordered the polish sampler with pierogis, Slovenian sausage and cabbage and noodles, he also liked it very much much. We bought a cheese strudel to go that we will have for Mother's Day breakfast with coffee at home. Definitely recommend! Would like to go back if I'm in this part of town again! PS- they only take cash or check. Plan ahead.

Having lived in Germany, there is something special about the traditions around a hofbrauhaus. This…read moreis an international chain, and the one in Cleveland is well done. There were a few negatives on our visit, but the positives and the super evening we had here more than made up for them. It's right in downtown and so close to historic districts and Playhouse Square. The exterior looks like a place in Germany, both modern parts and historic house facade near the entrance. Inside is divided into distinct parts as well, with the main large hall having the stage, long group tables, small semi-private tables, and the bar area at the back easy to find with huge barrels. To the right of the entrance and restrooms are smaller rooms with low ceilings for events or quieter dinners. At the back is another small bar, plus outdoor seating areas off different sides. This is a German restaurant, and their menu leans into heavy meats, potatoes, pretzels, etc. The beer selection is traditional German styles as well: dunkels, helles, festbier, etc. They're also lower on the alcohol and heavier on the flavor so expect to get full here. Prices are reasonable for the large sizes, should you desire. Initially we had clearly frustrated staff serving our group and the shared bars, but once this was all adjusted, they all ended up being friendly and quick to serve. On our evening, there was a wedding party, which brought their own local band so the German umpah music was switched for rock standards and modern songs. This ended up being the highlight, as people were dancing on tables, and the close proximity of the stage made it feel like a private party for the few dozen of us left at the end of the evening. If you're a fan of German food, music, and beer, this is a fun substitute for flying to Europe.

What in the sam hell is going on at HBF Cleveland? The restaurant has gone down the tubes, yikes…read more.. We stopped in on a Thursday night of a long holiday weekend and it was completely dead... Literally, there were maybe 30 people in the whole restaurant for the two hours we were there, no music, no entertainment, and the lights were off in parts of the beer hall. This is a complete travesty and uncharacteristic of a HBH - The last two times we've visited, it's been very disappointing. While the service was good, the atmosphere was non-existent, the food was below average at best, and everything was absurdly overpriced ($120 for 2 liters of beer and two entrees, what in the actual eff?). The self-titled house boss and I both felt the food was highly processed, prepackaged, and/or previously frozen... There was nothing authentic German about any of the food last night and that's probably the most disappointing part of our visit because this is not what we're accustomed to when visiting HBHs. HBH Cleveland should be a destination location, but wow has it gone down hill... I really hope management gets it together, damn.

Stopped in for dinner tonight. They were short staffed, but our server did well…read more Our pretzel and beer cheese was tasty. My chicken paprikash came out lukewarm which was disappointing. My daughter l owed her pierogi. My husband didn't love his sausage. My daughter got the turkey wrap and didn't care for the cranberry aioli. Overall, it was pretty good.

Went to their fish fry last Friday, the fish portion that was included was extremely small and dry…read more The portions of coleslaw and potato were also very small. Then to add further insult if you wanted sour cream with the baked potato that came with dinner you had to pay extra. There reason was that sour cream is very expensive. My wife and I left hungry, would never go back or recommend to any of my friends.

This was my favorite stand in the market forever. I used to drive up from Akron specifically for…read morethis place as it was the only way to get authentic German meats like weisswurst fkeischkäse landjäger and nurmburger wurst in town as far as I could tell. It was years ago lady time I was there but the corner was talking dbout closing up the stall but said he had a store somewhere in town (I want to say maple heights) but I've had no luck tracking him down. Shame the website and phone are disconnected.

The best in Cleveland have to visit everytime i'm in town.read more

We were looking for something different and just so happened to find Henry Wahner's!…read more We were immediately seated on a Friday night about 5:30. Our service was extremely friendly and fast!! My husband and I both ordered the pork schnitzel. We about fell over when our entrees were brought out!!! They had the largest amount of schnitzel and spaetzles we've ever had at any German restaurant on our plates!! I'm talking a 1 1/2-2lb schnitzel for $20!! This was also served with a salad and roll. It was cooked to perfection, alas a little different than we've had, in regards to the breading. We did thoroughly enjoy all of it though! They have an extensive list of German beers, which my husband loved! It's definitely a set back, regulars kind of restaurant, which we like! When in the area, we'll definitely be back to try other menu items

Everything we had was delicious. The menu is large and has something for everyone. My family enjoy…read morethe food as well as the atmosphere. We will definitely go back