We stopped by Hofbräuhaus for an authentic German meal, and the entire experience was lively,…read morewelcoming, and full of personality. We ordered the Wurst Platter, which came with Hungarian sausage and Weisswurst, sauerkraut, a crispy potato pancake, and spaetzle. It was hearty, flavorful, and a great option for anyone who wants to sample several traditional German favorites on one plate. Our server, Madi, was absolutely amazing. She had excellent suggestions, patiently answered all of our questions, and even brought out several beers for us to sample before we decided which one to order. She was kind, personable, and genuinely funny, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is unmistakably German, with traditional décor, a festive beer-hall feel, and live music that added so much energy to the room. Everything we saw coming out to the surrounding tables looked delicious, and people were clearly devouring their meals and enjoying themselves. It was one of those places where you could immediately tell the food and atmosphere were making everyone happy. Gutes Essen, kaltes Bier und beste Stimmung, Prost! (Good food, cold beer, and great vibes, cheers!) Overall, this was a fun and memorable dining experience with great service, comforting food, and an atmosphere that feels like a celebration. I would definitely return, especially with a group, to try more of the menu and enjoy the live music again.

Really cool environment with a great view of the river…read more The food wasn't great at all...unseasoned and expensive. Went here for lunch and it was $75 for 2 meals and a kids meal? The service was great with very friendly employees.

This restaurant had a great atmosphere, very warm and inviting. The food tasted great, especially…read morethe fried cheese kebab and cherry milkshake, those are must tries. The service was OK it wasn't too fast but alright.

Family friendly German and Czech food. We had our dog with us and they found us a placed outside on…read morethe covered porch. The food was good, with good portions. Service was friendly. My grandson loved his spaetzle, my daughter loved her brats. The goulash was good, but not great: I'll have something else next time. Did not go inside, so I cannot speak to noise or ambiance. The porch was nice, though.

Came today for lunch. Menu was hand written due to being "temporaly"…read more Ordered the pierogi platter, a beer and 2 waters. It was crazy hot inside, I guess they don't have a working ac. We never received our waters, food was served on paper plates, pierogi platter had only 3 real pierogi, the other 4 have a mushroom sauerkraut filling. The potato filling was lumpy and the pasta was undercooked. Won't be returning

I went here because the food pictures outside the restaurant drew me in. We ordered the headline…read morepierogi platter and it was just ok -- not something I'd come back for. I was hoping for something a little more special and almost turned around after walking in because the ambience was just ordinary.

Hofer's Bakery & Cafe is an absolute must if you're visiting Helen! We stopped in for a quick snack…read moreand were blown away by how fresh and authentic everything tasted. We ordered the pretzel sticks with their beer cheese, and they were incredible. The pretzels were warm, soft on the inside with the perfect chewy exterior, and the beer cheese was rich, creamy, and full of flavor. It was the perfect snack to share while exploring downtown. We also couldn't resist the bakery. We picked up a raspberry Linzer cookie, and it was phenomenal, buttery, perfectly baked, and filled with just the right amount of sweet-tart raspberry jam. Before leaving, we grabbed a bottle of their blueberry maple syrup to take home, and if it tastes anything like everything else we tried, I'm sure it'll be just as amazing. Their bakery cases are packed with fresh breads, pastries, cookies, cakes, jams, and other specialty items that make it hard to leave empty-handed. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and beautifully fits Helen's Bavarian theme. The smell of fresh bread greets you as soon as you walk through the doors, making it feel like an authentic German bakery. Even with how busy it was, the staff kept everything moving efficiently and were friendly throughout our visit. Whether you're stopping in for breakfast, a snack, or just to browse the bakery, Hofer's is well worth the visit. Between the fresh baked goods, delicious food, authentic atmosphere, and unique take-home items, it's easy to see why it's one of Helen's most popular spots. We'll definitely be back on our next trip.

This was our first time visiting Helen, Georgia. We came as a group that went to Oktoberfest a few…read moreyears' back to remember the good times without having to fly to Munich. One of our friends found this place highly rated and we added it to the list. My favorite part was the store outside that had all of the german goodies you could want for sale, and lots of delicious treats. For lunch, I got the chicken salad on a croissant with a side of red cabbage.I recommend this place for breakfast or lunch, it's authentic and good.

The ambiance is 100% here! The food was really good. You might be worried about the prices but it's…read morehigh quality with massive portions.

It was 22 degrees out today and we were so ecstatic to try the Old Bavaria Inn when we found out…read morethey had a dog friendly indoor section of the restaurant. I feel the food and beer were all very reasonably priced. This restaurant will be the first place we go to on our next trip here because of how friendly the service and restaurant were to us and our pup. Food arrived hot, beer ice cold, and all without too much of a hit to the wallet. What else can you ask for?

Food was great. We enjoyed the pretzel with cheese sauce, chicken schnitzel, bratswurth, potato…read moresalad, and buttered noodles.

Our server was a professional. You know how you get good and great servers, then you get the ones…read morethat just have another level to them. We had two different schnitzels. Both delicious, German potato salad was great, red cabbage unique but very good and same with the Sauerkraut. This is going to sound like I lost my mind. The Riesenbrezel, big pretzel. Herb butter and beer cheese, one of the best things I've had in a long time. Crazy, but it was delicious. Like the rest of Helen, beautiful place clean and well maintained.

We stopped in here on our quick visit to Helen after helping my family with a move to North…read moreGeorgia. It was a sweltering day outside and the A/C and cold beers were definitely a welcomed sight. The owner and staff we spoke with were so friendly and gave my brother in law (who will be close by now) the run down on upcoming Oktoberfest events and when the best times to visit were to avoid the insane college weekends. We had one of the most delicious pretzels I've ever consumed and I took precisely zero pictures of it because it didn't last long. Inside the shop is small but they have a big beautiful outdoor seating space with games at each table. We look forward to visiting again in the cooler months and checking out their sister store up the road.

This place was just ok. The outside was cute and lured us in. Service was average and more of a…read moreto-go place, not a sit-down place. You order your food up front and can grab it and take it outside. We enjoyed our pretzels and beer here, but wish we didn't have to wait inside for a while before getting our food (or that it could have been walked out to us). Prices were great for the location. Liked the string game outside (where you try to get the string on the hook). A great little stop for a quick, cheap bite. Not necessarily a place to linger.

A great spot for lunch on the river!…read more We loved sitting outside on the patio and enjoying the breeze and views of the river. It was dog friendly and they even brought water for our dog. The food was pretty good. The grilled salmon had a nice flavor and the potato salad was delicious. Our waiter was attentive and the food came out quickly.

Excellent lunch stop on our visit to Helene. We saw several thrift shops on our way there which…read morewent to after. Beers were cold. They had a sweet beer cider that was top notch. Sausages were stellar! Service was good, fast. Place turns tables fast as seats are hard LOL. I would go again for a meal. It was fresh, hot and fast. Not award winning, but worth the cost. It was priced just right, on par with Dennys or Culvers. Easily $25 per person unless you dont get beer. Could be $20 per person.