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    Hollerbach's German Restaurant

    4.3 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Jonathan L.

    Everybody talks about how great this place is. Maybe I tried to explore food that wasn't the greatest to try for a newbie. I had the pretzel, chicken schnitzel, their cucumber salad, and a Sunset drink which is a German version of a cola and an orange soda. When you order the right food, this place is great!

    Goulash soup
    Ramón Y.

    Authentic German Lunch with Great Service Yesterday we met our friends for our monthly lunch outing, and this time we chose Hollerbach's German Restaurant in Sanford. It turned out to be a great pick. They seated us in a big, open room -- no sound‑absorbing décor, but surprisingly, it never felt loud or echoey. We could talk comfortably the whole time. There's also a charming little German market next door where you can pick up groceries and specialty items. Our server, Rebecca, made the experience even better. She was upbeat, knowledgeable, and handled our group like a pro. When we told her each couple needed separate checks, she gave a playful wink and said, "I gotcha." She also made sure to check that I was okay with their unsweetened iced tea having a peach flavor before bringing it out. Small details like that go a long way. I ordered the Jäger Schnitzel, and the flavor was fantastic -- rich, savory, and comforting. The only downside was that it wasn't hot, more on the warm side, as if it had been waiting a bit. Still delicious. My spouse ordered the Sauerbraten, which looked great, though I thought the meat was a little dry even with the gravy. My goulash soup starter, however, was excellent. The place was busy, and I saw people waiting outside, so reservations are definitely a good idea. We all enjoyed our meals and the chance to catch up. Hollerbach's is now on our list of places to return to for both the food and the German grocery items next door.

    Tara T.

    I always love coming to Hollerbachs!! It's a great place to get traditional German food!! I have never had anything here I didn't like!! My most recent visit was to watch a game during the World Cup, and it was super busy!! But had a great time with everyone watching the game! It can be a little loud but it's what you would expect at a restaurant like this! The staff are usually pretty friendly and quick to get you a new drink! One of my go to stops when in the area!

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    Michael H.

    Wow! Wow! What an amazing place. We found it driving back from eating the other night. Super friendly hostess and an awesome server. The menus like a newspaper with history and great descriptions. The menu is a bit overwhelming but we ordered what we knew. He started with the pretzel and the mustard was the bomb. The cheese spread was also delicious but my favorite was the mustard. Then I had the Jagerschnitzel with red cabbage and sauerkraut. The pork schnitzel was awesome and the gravy was devine. The red cabbage was delicious and awesome. The sauerkraut was ok. Then we tried the Black Forest Cake. Oh my. It was amazing. The whole meal left me in joyful agony over eating way too much much. The old school family table inside and the outside was more four tops. The decor was traditional German. Awesome place and will be on my return list.

    Cajun bratwurst
    Didi N.

    We were on the way to Disney when we were feeling hungry. Husband was craving German restaurant so luckily we found one! We found parking easily and were greeted immediately inside the restaurant. The restaurant was busy, lively, and felt cozy. There was happy hour specials($5 appetizers and beer) going on when we arrived so we decided to order off that menu. To do so, you do have to order at the bar so keep that in mind. We were led to the bar room and it was spacious and alot more quiet than the main dining area. Our server was attentive and made sure we were taken care of. We had the following: Pretzel with mustard and cheese: 7.5/10 - it was a bit salty but combined with the sweet mustard was delicious! Since it was the smaller version of their giant pretzel, it was only $5 and worth every penny! It was a pretty good size and enough to share between the both of us. I liked the cheese spread too but it was bit rich for me. The mustard was definitely our favorite dip! Potato pancakes with applesauce and sour cream: 9/10 - this was by far my favorite appetizer. The potato pancakes were fried perfectly and the crispy edges were delightful! I didn't think I would enjoy apple sauce and sour cream together but it worked so well with the fried pancake. It cuts through the grease and adds a little sweetness. The portion size was hefty too for $5! Bratwurst with hot mustard: 8/10 - There were a variety of flavors we could choose from and I chose cajun since I love spicy flavors. The bratwurst was cooked perfectly and it was also cut into pieces for easy eating. For $5 you get a big bratwurst and some mustard. I wish it was a little spicier but nonetheless, it was juicy, flavorful, and had that signature snap of a great bratwurst. Jaeger schnitzel: 9/10 - my husband chose the veal and he said it's one of the best schnitzels he's ever eaten. I could see the joy in his face in each and every single bite. It came with warm, pickled cabbage and spaetzle. The schnitzel and spaetzle were covered in this absolutely delightful gravy. I had a bite of everything and it was divine! My husband has lived in Germany and he said it was very reminiscence of his time there. It was a pretty hefty portion too and I knew he loved it when he cleaned his plate completely haha Apple streusel: 9/10 - The apples combined with the flakiness of the pastry and hints of cinnamon was like a warm, cozy hug on a winter day. I cannot explain to you how yummy this was. The pastry itself was light, airy, and each bite made us smile. Definitely try this dessert out! German beer: 9/10 - Husband enjoyed his beer very much and I took a sip. It tasted pretty light and not too heavy. Overall, we will definitely be coming back if we're in the area. Service and food were absolutely great! Prices were reasonable for the portion size too! It's located in a really cute historic area that was perfect for a mid day date or to walk around and explore. They also have their own German cafe/market that you can snacks, cookies, cakes, candies, meats, cheeses, etc. from too!

    Katherine G.

    This is the best German food I have had outside of Germany! We have one near our house and Hollerbach's blows it away! Go here, have fun! We had a really large group and a huge long table. We had reservations which was a good thing because it was packed on a Saturday for lunch. We had several appetizers and I had schnitzel, which was really good with brown gravy and potatoes. The spaetzle was great. Someone at our table had dessert, but most people had really large beers!

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    Debra F.

    Huge noisy restaurant with quick attentive service. We were seated quickly. Our server was attentive. The food was good, but I have never had German food before so don't go by me as far as authenticity goes but I liked what I had. Seems like a fun place to do with a group. The giant pretzel looked amazing so if I make it back here I am coming with a group and we are for sure getting that pretzel ! Bee sting cake was delicious and huge.

    Pretzel
    Kristy K.

    Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon and was seated right away. The menu is cute, styled as a newspaper. Large selection of German foods and drinks. I opted for a doppelbock (my favorite beer that is somewhat hard to find) and the 2 meat dinner. Double potatoes as sides felt right for a German restaurant. It took a little while for our food to come out because there were 2 large parties there but not excessively long. Everything was delicious.

    Paprikaschnitzel with heaven and earth potatoes
    Jason D.

    Been a long time since I was here last, decided to have a little date night. It was a fun time in downtown Sanford. Got here early and no wait at all which was nice. Service was not the greatest without server, hard to get her attention for things. I got the paprikaschnitzel with heaven and earth potates and a salad. All great flavors and were really good. Only disappointment was the potato were a little dry and I needed some gravy for them. She got the schnitzel weiner art with potatoes and salad. Hers was really good too It's always a good time sitting inside with the music and singing. Can be a bit loud at times and hard to hear each other. But it was too hot to eat outside. Will definitely be back. Need to check out the upstairs rooftop patio area.

    Beef Rouladen. Taken with flash, so not that great of a photo.
    Carlos S.

    UPDATE - Came back with friends. My opinion didn't change much. The food is good, the atmosphere is fine, the portions are good but there's something that just doesn't work for me. The meat is overcooked, tough. The menu is very limited, well its German. So maybe it's me. I recommend of you're into German food. We got the potato pancakes (Kartoffelnpuffer) and the pig wings. Street parking, fair prices, good service.

    Kase Spatzle and cucumber salad
    Maria L.

    I've been more than once but this most recent time was the first time I was here when the musicians were singing and playing. This is a vibe. Take your friends, get a boot, enjoy the beer and the exciting times. We had a while before a show around the corner so we took our time and even played some cards in between an app and our meal. We weren't rushed out and we felt glad for that. I didn't love our latkes. They were cold when they got to us. Our server seemed confused that they had not made it to our table so my guess is that they had been sitting in the window a while forgotten. I almost sent them back, but I hate that. Our server was nice enough to tell us one of the beers we considered ordering wasn't even German so it wasn't the best choice ;). Thankful for that. I would say the sausages are the best here. I did order spaetzel but it also wasn't super warm when it came out and the cheese wasn't my favorite. It's what I ordered though so that's on me. I love the newspaper style menu it makes it fun!

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    Kate M.

    One of our favorite places to eat at in Sanford!! Hollerbach's has the BEST German food in Orlando. I love to try the different sausages and the best side is always the Heaven and Earth Potatoes. The atmosphere is so much fun and the staff is always so friendly and welcoming. My tip is to go early for lunch to get a table without a wait!

    Patrick B.

    The food and service was all beyond amazing!! There is a lot going on in keeping the diners involved with the live entertainment. Great place for the family!

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    Do you have birthday cakes?

    Cakes require a 2 day advance order and are not available for the same day. Hollerbach’s Magnolia Square Market offers the catering option. Even though the Market is down the street, the kitchen area is shared for both establishments.… 

    We are planning a family get together for Saturday afternoon. There will be 15 people coming. Will you be able to accommodate us around 1 pm.? I have tried to call but have not been able to speak to a person, only get a recording.

    Reservations are for the main dining hall only and are only taken Monday- Friday. Reservations for Saturday and Sunday are unavailable.

    Is the roof top dining for events only or can you get a table up there and would you need to reserve one?

    The rooftop is open to anyone at any time. It isn't for events only. No need to make a reservation. Just take the elevator up and see the hostess when you get up there.

    Is it possible to get a table on a Saturday night for 8-10 without a reservation? We don't mind a long wait.

    If you don't mind a long wait then yes you can. A reservation is just easier. Enjoy!

    Is there a nutritional chart available on request? As a diabetic I would need to know. Example: the giant pretzel? How many gazillion carbs? Thanks :)

    No nutrition available. If you’re diabetic, don’t eat the pretzel. Eisbein with sauerkraut is delicious & a good option!

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yup! You can have them in the outside eating area and they will even give you water & food for them :)

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    Celery City Craft is a craft beer spot located in Downtown Sanford. It is a nice bar that has a lot…read moreof drink options. My husband and I have not been to downtown Sanford but recently did come for a friend's birthday. She wanted to hop around different drink spots and have dinner. Since we carpooled, parking was better. We were able to find street parking. There is no designated parking for this spot. We got there very early and decided to stop here. We ended up coming back later with everyone but we enjoyed it. This is a small bar with standing room only at the bar but then they have a huge back area with lots of bench style tables and seating. Their drink menu is also very large with tons of beer options to choose from. They offered a wide range of beers, craft beer, stouts, ciders and more. I am not a huge craft beer fan so I struggled. I ended up telling the bartender what I like and he had a couple of suggestions. He also let me sample one of the ciders, which I ended up getting. I choose the Cider Boys Strawberry Cider. Really great, not overly sweet just very tasty. My husband loves craft beer and will always look for one with a high ABV. He went with the Voodoo Where our Secrets go Stout Imperial from Pennsylvania. It had a high ABV and was a dark beer, he really enjoyed it. Both times we sat outside. The second time we came over, was later in the evening and more full than the first time. They also had a musician singing, which made it extremely loud and very hard for our group to chat. Overall this is a great spot. If we lived closer I could see us coming here more frequently. We do not find ourselves visiting Sanford a lot but if we are in the area, we would for swing by again. If you live closer, I would highly recommend coming here for the vibes, the ambiance and the beers. You can also bring your dogs which is a nice touch. My only negative is there is not food to order. I would love some bar snacks or pub style food. You can bring your own food in but it would make this an A Plus if you they served food.

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    I've been to this Subway numerous times over the years and I have never had any major issues or…read morecomplaints other than the parking lot can be a cluster. The lot is small, shares spaces with several other businesses in the same plaza, and is butted up against 17-92, making difficult to enter and exit easily. On my most recent visit, I needed two subs that I could save for dinner later that evening after the Creed concert in Tampa. Yes, we plan that far in advance, lol! It's always a burden to find a place to eat before and after a major concert, so we bring the cooler and our own food/drinks and save $$$$, time, and aggravation. I used a coupon - two footlongs for $12.99. The options are limited now, since the majority of subs are specialty subs and are not part of the promotion. I guess that's how they get you now. So my choices are Italian BMT, Turkey, Cold Cut Combo, Meatball, and I think Tuna. I ended up going with the Italian BMT and the Hotshot Italian, which is basically the BMT with hot peppers on it. The young lady working the counter was friendly, and was very conscious about washing her hands and putting of fresh gloves before making our sub's, great job! Unfortunately they only had two options of bread - wheat and white, bummer. I didn't realize I forgot to ask the server to add mayo, mustard, and spicy mayo to the sandwiches until we began eating our sub's later that day. Nancy's like why are these so bland. Totally my fault, but I do have to say the wheat bread has no flavor at all, without condiments, the sub bread is just meh. All and all, the restaurant was clean and they did a great job making my subs. Its too bad they were out the better bread options so early in the day (10:00am), and I wish they offered more variety with the coupons. Ultimately, I recommend them if you are looking for a meal at a much lower cost to eating at a sit-down restaurant.

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