This was my first time trying German food, and Mr. Dunderbak's was a great introduction. I ordered the Jägerschnitzel with veal, which is a herb-breaded Wiener schnitzel topped with a rich hunter gravy. The veal was incredibly tender, and the gravy was packed with flavor. It was a satisfying entrée that came with two sides. For my sides, I chose the pierogies and spätzle. The pierogies were honestly my favorite part of the meal. They were fluffy, cheesy, and generously filled. So delicious. I could have eaten a whole plate of just those. The spätzle was soft and well prepared, but compared to everything else, I found it a little boring. The restaurant itself is very cute and has a lot of character. I loved browsing the selection of German snacks, candy, and other imported items available for purchase. It added to the overall experience and made the place feel unique. While I'm not that familiar with German food, I thought this was a pretty good restaurant. Overall, I found German cuisine a little more muted than what I'm personally used to, but I still really enjoyed the meal and the experience. I'd be interested in trying more of the menu. read more

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The atmosphere is welcoming and the decor is classic German kitsch. However, my visit to the deli was disappointing. I had such high hopes for this place. :( The selection is very limited and perhaps I missed something (entirely possible), but I did not see a price list for the deli case. We did find a unique assortment of other German products- some we haven't seen in many years. The restaurant portion was quite busy and the customers looked happy. We were flooded with nostalgia and left in hopes of dining in on a less-busy day. I ordered two meats, including the German bologna. During the drive home, my family and I noticed a terrible odor-- the kind where we started pointing fingers at one another. We never suspected that the package from the deli was the source. When we opened it at home, a nauseatingly funky, ammonia-type smell came from the German bologna. While the liverwurst smelled okay, I could not trust it after the bologna and decided against keeping it. Wasted time and money. Dang! The staff is super nice and that was truly a plus. However, I doubt we will be back. My family is very bummed over this. read more

Mr. Dunderbacks made me forget momentarily that I was in America and not living my best life in Germany! We ordered the Oktoberfest and one of their Banana Beers. The banana was delicious to me, however it wasn't everyone's cup of tea, the Oktoberfest suited everyone's taste. The Oktoberfest. We ordered the JÄGERSCHNITZEL with Veal with the Pancakes and Pierogies. Our two big appetizers are the Onions Rings and Pomme Fries. All delicious. I could've ate two of those schnitzels all on my own. The service was excellent. Our server was attentive, super friendly- down to earth guy. The interior also blew me away with their decked out supply of German snacks, deli, beer, chocolate, random grocery assortment, all the way down to the furniture and how the employees dress; you feel like your legit in Germany. On the weekends they also have live performances, unfortunately we got there too late but from what I've heard from others that has been, it's a lively great time. Definitely will be coming back to try enjoy their live performances and food! read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday night and surprised we got in right away. Normally this place is packed. Service was friendly and quick and our schnitzel came out quickly. I had the Zigeuner schnitzel. It had a spicy white sauce with peppers and onions. It had a touch of heat but not too spicy. It was very good. I had spaetzle and warm German potato salad as my sides. The warm potato salad was a nice blend of sour and savory with some bacon. That sauce was perfect to dunk my spaetzle in as well!! Others had jaeger schnitzel and sour cream schnitzel. Also as big as the plate with 2 sides. Hot and delicious. Atmosphere is nice. Only downside is the price of all the extras they have. They have gotten pretty overpriced over the years. We used to grab some treats on the way out but too expensive. Great meal! read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Pork Jagerschnitzel - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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3 day food diary while visiting Tampa. We always stop in at Mr. Dunderbak's for German food and beer.. a great combo for sure! So much personality in this place.. it really is a must see. And the accordion player was a great added touch. But the food.. it's so so good! Pirogies, potato pancakes, house made apple sauce, cabbage salad, schnitzel, pork chops, sausages and pretzel bread are just a few amazing choices.. and all full of flavor and so very yummy. My choice of beer was a dark lager but they also have a great variety of non alcoholic beers as well! Go. Enjoy! Thank me later... read more

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One of my favorite places to get German food in the Tampa Bay Area. Recently tried their spatzle with jager sauce and I was impressed with how rich the sauce was. Always get the Wilted Spinach salad with a schnitzel on top which always hits the spot. Their latkes are also something to try while you're here read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Spatzle and Wilted Spinach Salat - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Transport to Germany! This place blew my expectations out of the water. There are 3 separate rooms and bar areas. The interior decor is spot-on. They have kegs lining the entry. There is an assortment of German treats you can buy to take home. We enjoyed the potato pancakes and pretzel with cheese and mustard. The pork jagerschnitzel was so crispy and juicy, with a perfect gravy over top. The warm German potato salad on the side was delightful with a strong vinegar flavor. The spatzle with jager gravy was just what I was craving! The service was great, as well, our dishes came out super quickly. Overall, I'd recommend this place without hesitation! read more

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2nd time here. I am torn. Food at lunch was great (schnitzel, meatballs, spaetzle, red cabbage), waitress efficient. But come on -- paper straws, dollar tree quality forks, and super thin stale $5 for 2 slices of rye bread. Yukky. The worst was the absolute cheapest flimsy paper to-go containers. 40 min drive home equals huge grease stain on my car seat, nice. For these prices, these little things have big impact. read more

There is celebrated history for my family aligning with German culture as my oldest daughter was born in Bavarian Germany. So naturally, we try our best to find the local German cuisine and festivities everywhere that we travel and live. Luckily for us, we discovered Mr. Dunderbak's, which wasn't incredibly too far from Lutz. We came mid-afternoon on a Sunday and the parking lot was full - fortunately, we were able to find some spots without waiting too long. As it was the end of September, Mr. Dunderbak's also hosted some Oktoberfest observations and festivities. This meant a bit of a wait for our family of four to be seated inside, but it was worth it! As you walk up to the restaurant, you are greeted with the unique Bavarian-esque calligraphy of its name in bold, golden hue. There was still outdoor seating available when we went in the form of tables and benches that situated in the parking spaces in front of the venue. Approaching the entrance, you will encounter a set of oaken doors that set the stage for your welcome. The doors then open up to a short corridor that which is adorned with wall hangings and lined with cases of beer along its walls, while the incandescent lighting contribute to the tone and ambiance of the restaurant before opening up to the immersive dining space. Immediately, we were reminded of our time spent living in Germany, as well as our travels to Austria. The noise-level was definitely suited for the space and environment that you find at a Biergarten. While the lighting was somewhat dim, the atmosphere was lively and vibrant which didn't rely on the light musical faire playing in the backdrop. There was a playful arrangement of seating areas - from biergarten benches and tables to formal tables with even a dining table under a gazebo centered in the dining space - making Mr. Dunderbak's even more festive. Flanking either side of the main dining space were two smaller rooms, with a full bar. What makes Mr. Dunderbak's even more unique is the mini-store that lines around the main dining space, along with a fully operational deli, offering an assortment of German meats/sausages and groceries (comparable to the Cracker Barrel concept, but better and without the negative media). As for the food, we definitely were able to satisfy our German-cuisine cravings. The menu was rather robust offering a variety of schnitzels and wursts (yes, they have currywurst), while offering a unique American flare with their other menu items. While I did not get any beer to accompany my meal, my wife ordered a Radler - and a grapefruit one at that - which arguably made her day. The jagerschnitzel, sauerkraut, and potato salad were solid, while the nurnberger (wursts) and spatzle were a hit with my kids. Overall, we had a great experience at Mr. Dunderbak's and will definitely be back again. This is a great place to go with groups and to simply enjoy company! Prost! read more

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I love German food and Dunderbak's is a great place to visit to fulfill that need for German foods and beer. You can't go wrong at this place! read more

Dunderbak's is a whole dining experience and one you won't want to miss! It's like dining inside a beer hall and German grocery store at the same time - and the foods good! Schnitzel bigger than the plate? Sign me up! I know they have other things on the menu but I still order it every time. read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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German food may not be my go-to, but if you're telling me we're going here I'm getting ready so fast this spot is awesome. I tried the beer cheese soup, Zig schnitzel with the "spicy" sauce (imo it's not really spicy... maybe "white ppl spicy"), beer, and a "framboise" drink that tasted exactly like raspberries (framboise means raspberry in French). I loved that they had a shop with European & ethnic goodies, too. I saw my favourite plum spread in there :) Deffo would come here again! read more

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This is one of the best places to eat in Tampa! I've been coming here for years. The food is fantastic the servers are very knowledgeable about all of the beers and food and always have great suggestions, and the atmosphere is impossible to beat. This is my favorite restaurant so I might be alittle bias. This place is bussin! read more

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Great sandwiches and sides I would highly recommend this place but need time it right when the flippy hair kid is there

Food and service was great plus the location was perfect to my area. Great place after seeing a movie.

Definitely some of the best German food around! Love that it is merging of restaurant, bar, and market. Truly the best of all worlds. The portion sizes are excellent. I got the German Pork Schnitzel and it was fantastic! It covered the whole plate. Light and crispy, yet tender on the inside, it pairs perfectly with the many German beers they have on tap. The side dishes of braised red cabbage and spaetzle was the perfect side dish pairing. The tartness of the cabbage cut through the richness of the pork while the delicious spaetzle was the perfect textural contrast to the pork. Overall, excellent place I would come back to! Just know it can get crowded on the weekends, making it hard to get a table at times :) read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Delicious Pork Jagerschnitzel! :) - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

My husband and I had lunch here on Veterans Day. The food, service and atmosphere never disappoint. I love their respect shown to veterans on that special day. Jose was an excellent server. We could tell he had some regulars there. And we can never leave without about $50 worth of snacks, candy and chocolate. read more

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The food was really good. The inside of the space is well decorated and feels like you've entirely transformed across the globe to eat German food. The service is really fast. They're super attentive and if it does feel like the service is a little slow be super patient because there is only a handful of people working there. The menu is super cool because it's German and English together. My friends and I all came and we sat at their long tables, it didn't feel cramped, but it felt very lively. There is an accordion player playing live music throughout the night and also they're doing a Oktoberfest raffle so the attendance inside felt very high as everybody is enjoying their beers and their schnitzels. read more

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We loved it! Food, service and atmosphere were all great! Already gone back for a second meal. read more

A cool spot, very nice grocery store. The food was pretty good, beers were great. Service was attentive. Would go back for the German vibes and groceries read more

Ambiance is like being transported to Germany! Our server was great and food always comes out right away and hot. Well, as you can tell this is one of our go to spots. The food is always excellent and you get a lot of it! Prices are reasonable, maybe more than, since you get so much food. We love, love, love Mr. Dunderbaks!!! Definitely give it a try! Trust me you won't be disappointed! read more

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Amazing. Such a treat to discover that Mr Dunderbak's survives after we thought they were gone. This is a restaurant with a personality. We didn't have a single thing that we didn't like here. A liter of Haufbrau Dunkel, a plate of sausages with red cabbage, followed by house made Black Forest cake, they are still 109% on their game. If you have an inkling of liking German food, this is your place. On top of that the market spread around is amazing to browse. So many things to see. have to come back at Christmas to see what they're doing. read more

We came for Valentine's Day and while it was crowded we got a seat right away. Friendly service, the lady who took us to our table had a dirndl on, and a man played music on the Accordion in the middle of the room. I saw all the German products and treats right away and we bought a bunch of things, Rotkohl, Goldsaft, chocolate, German Wafers, Kalter Hund, a classic. We got the Schweinshaxe, Schnitzel and Leberkaese with sides: Rotkohl, potatoes, vegetable soup, dumplings, salad. My husband had a beer. The food was good, definitely got my cravings for a German food filled. I would have given 5 Stars but given that I grew up on German food there are a few things that could be a little more "authentic" or maybe the way it was made in our home, local restaurants around us or even when traveling through Germany have a different taste/flavor. I know it's sometimes hard to get food from your home country in a different country, as types of ingredients available can vary. But all together it a good and we will definitely be back. read more

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What a gem! I went to the old one at University Mall (I'm aging myself!) and was curious to see what had changed. Nothing! Which is great. I had a wonderful soup and sandwich special. The soup was pickle and pork which sounds weird but it was SO good. Chicken sandwich in pumpernickel was yummy too. Ya Ta the server was wonderful. Atmosphere reminded me of my time in Germany---lots of Polkas playing. Lots of specialty wines, beers and foods from Germany here too. There are many German specialties on the menu to try as well--I need to come back with someone who has more knowledge on that. All in all a great meal and place! read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Chicken Salad Sandwich on pumpernickel - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Very good service. Beer cheese soup was delicious as always. The sandwiches were very filling. read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Liverwurst sandwich and Beer cheese soup - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

My son recommended it to me as he frequently visited while attending USF. I went for lunch and found the menu confusing and hard to figure out. I ordered a corn beef sandwich, was on rye bread and only 1 deli sliced piece of meat. It came with chips that the waitress exchanged with hot homemade German potato salad. It reminded me of my grandparents when visiting. Oh, and a cup of beer cheese soup. I enjoyed the atmosphere. read more

German theme inspired shop setup. Quick service with authentic German options for food and beers. Small and cozy setting and good stop for a quick bite and beer. The place was buzzing and packed. read more

Today, 22 family members celebrated a birthday lunch at Dunderbaks. Gerard was our server & he did an incredible job for us. Drinks & food orders, refills, everything was handled with expert service & a smile. Thank you for the great service & delicious food. Look forward to our return visit. read more

This little spot was incredible. The ambiance made me feel like I took a flight out to Germany! We ordered pretzel, perogi, schnitzel, Rueben,and beer. EVERYTHING was amazing! Our server Jared was friendly and attentive. I look forward to the next visit. read more

Very fun place to go for a little German culture. My son wanted schnitzel. Mr. Dunderbak's has a lot of schnitzel on their menu! They also had a kid's menu for my daughter. We arrived early-ish on a Saturday, but there was already a waiting list We put our name down, and we sat at an outdoor table. Quickly, a server was there to take our drink orders. My kids got Abita root beer on tap, I had a nice grapefruit shandy. The food is pretty good. My son got the Holstein schnitzel (schnitzel with fried eggs on top) with sauerkraut and pickles. We shared an order of the pommes frites. My daughter got the schnitzel strips on the appetizer menu (there's no schnitzel on the kid's menu, just hot dog or chicken tenders or PB&J). I got a sausage plate with sauerkraut and spaetzle. The spaetzle was the perfect texture. It was bland on its own but good with the mushroom gravy. The sausage was also bland to me, wish there was mustard on the table, but the gravy helped. We were seated at a small table right by the accordion player. My son was delighted. We'll return. read more

We visited this place for a mutual friend's birthday, and it was a blast. The food was absolutely delicious, and I really enjoyed the Jägerschnitzel. The sausages were incredibly tasty, and the curry sausage was fantastic, and the service was fantastic. The beer selection is impressive and seemingly endless. read more

I went here for a birthday and was a little nervous when I saw the menu because I can be a picky eater. I ended up loving my meal and the overall atmosphere here! It's the perfect place to watch a game or go to one of their trivia nights! Would definitely recommend the potato pancakes and schnitzel sandwich read more

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Our waiter seemed rude all together. I ordered a side salad with my meal, and requested no cucumbers, yet I had a bunch of them. He didn't offer or asked if wanted another drink, and just reached over us to clear the table, no words. He messed up 3 of the five meals we ordered. Their grocery section is overpriced, I can order all of the items for much less straight from Germany! Not returning there again read more

Wow. Just wow is about all I can say. We drove 10 miles from where we were working and this place did not disappoint. Located in a strip mall so plenty of parking. Really not that impressive from street but then you walk in and bam there is beer glorious beer lining the entrance. There is a meat counter and a German food store area. There are two amazing bars. We set at the main and ordered. I had my usual pork jagersnishel with red cabbage and sour kraut. The red cabbage was delicious. It was awesome and the meat was delicious. The sour kraut was good also but not over the top like the cabbage. No I did not have a beer as it was a work lunch but I may have drooled over the selection. We set at the bar and bartender was on but not overly friendly but we may have wigged him out drooling over the beer selection and then not ordering one or two. Food was delicious and yes we will have to stop by for a supper so we can try the beer. read more

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Excellent German with a few minor flaws. As you walk in, the restaurant looks quite a bit like a German bier hall. The larger communal tables are right in the middle, twobars, and seating in the bar and another room. The German music adds to the ambiance. We were seated quickly and had biers in hand within a minute. The bier is traditional German. Mr. Dunderbak's has some of their own brews to try, which were decent (try Barriehaus for even better lagers). I had the Rahm Schnitzel with spaetzle (jaeger gravy) and sauerkraut. The veil was quite good. The main downside was the sauce had broken and had a bit of a strange texture (see picture). I also think the veal is deep fried instead of pan fried, based on the flavor, but the sauce was able to cover up that taste. The spaetzle was nice and adding the jaeger gravy just added to the experience. Sauerkraut fairly typical of German restaurants. The Black Forest Cake was nice, although I did have a better one at Hildegard's in Huntsville, AL (which scored lower on the schnitzel). As it was father's day, they also gave each of a beer to take with us. A nice capper to a great evening. read more

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After spending a whole day at Adventure Island, we were pretty hungry and feeling like having some hearty food. Mr. Dunderbak's came up as an option so we decided to check it out. Here are my ratings: Quality of drinks and food: good. I tried the Zigeuner Schnitzel that came with peppers, onions, and a sweet red paprika sauce. My sides were German potatoes and red cabbage. I frankly thought that the sauce was a little too overpowering and hid the taste of schnitzel a little bit. However, adding sautéed onions and peppers was an excellent idea. The sides were some of the best that I have ever tasted. The Dunkel was also delicious but I wish they also offered boots. Décor: pretty neat. The place feels partly a store and partly a restaurant. There are some fake looking Bavarian decorations glued to the wall but overall it made the place feel very cozy. They just need to have some live German polka music players as the music being played on the speakers gets repetitive after a while. Cleanliness: good. The tables were being constantly cleaned. Service: okay. Our server kept checking on us a little too frequently and it turned out that we were the last customers of his shift (as pointed out by him). He was obviously looking to be done with the day and go home which is understandable but I think that it unnecessarily put pressure on us to finish ordering and pay our check. A German restaurant experience is supposed to be nice and relaxing instead of hurried up. I think it would be better if the restaurant does what many others do which is to pass the waitstaff duty to someone on the next shift if it's getting too close to the original server's shift end time. Price: medium. The schnitzel was around $19 and the large beers were around $14. If you're in the mood for some good German food with matching beers then checkout Mr. Dunderbak's. read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Best German food around! They also have some great beer options which they are known for also. Der Karavan is my favorite sandwich: Breast of turkey, roast beef, topped with imported Havarti, served with crisp lettuce and fresh tomatoes and touch of mayo. The place is decorated with a plethora of German charm and they have a multitude of German food and drink items for sale. It's often pretty busy on the weekends. Great place to go, they have German music playing and sometimes have live music as well. read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Dee Der Karavan Sandwich - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Dunderbak's has been a local staple for years and there are reasons for that: - Beer. But not just beer-- beer in giant glass steins. - Some of the best German/Austrian dinner offerings. You can get seven variations of schnitzel here, and that's not even a quarter of their menu. There's so much to choose from. - The vibes here are nostalgic and welcoming. Yes, the interior is cheesy to some. But I happen to love cheese, so pile it on. To me, the German decor and density in the room makes this feel like a place where you can always find a friend or have quality time with the ones you've got. - And so you don't leave empty handed, they have all sorts of imported candies, cookies, and culinary accoutrements available for purchase. Something I'd like to note here, because I see it as a common complaint: This place gets very busy-- even parking, so keep that in mind. And when it gets busy you may have to wait for your server. I suggest that this is the sort of place you'll want to come to when you have plenty of time to sit and enjoy your meal & beverages. Also, if you are not a social person, this place will not be for you. The open seating and long tables are inherently designed to encourage interaction. It's abuzz with joviality, music, and casual banter. I personally love the atmosphere but I know this is not the case for everyone. That being said, please come and have a great time, be patient with your servers, and enjoy the live music. It's like Oktoberfest every day! read more

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Mr. Dunderbak's has been a family favorite of mine since I was little and I love going back all throughout the years! Everything I've tried there (which is a lot since I've been going for so long lol) is delicious, made fresh and cooked to complete and utter perfection. The beer options are insane (in the best way possible) and the staff is always providing great service. My go to options are definitely the kartoffelpuffers (potato pancakes that are made fresh and literally heaven on a plate), the pierogis, and the andouille sausage or Bavarian bratwurst with curry sauce. The apple strudel is also great and I love checking out their little market while I'm there- I always walk out with delicious German treats. If you're looking for a unique spot to have a good meal at, I promise you you'll love Mr. dunderbak's! read more

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This place came highly recommended by a good friend who frequented it many times during his days of living in Tampa. Walking into Mr. Dunderbak's is like being transported directly into a Hamburg pub. Everything floor to ceiling was German, and besides being a restaurant, Mr. Dunderbak's serves as a store with German and European chocolates, candies, canned goods, meats, and other various food items. As it was my first time here, I had to try to the traditional pork schnitzel "wiener art." It was sliced thin and hand-pounded out to make it perfectly golden brown fried. It was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and savory throughout. So scrumptious! I got the cold German potato salad and whole pickle as my sides. Those were delicious in their own right. The atmosphere inside was truly all-encompassing, with German music playing and German horse racing airing on the TVs above the bar. Our server was friendly and more than willing to explain the different traditional fare. With such an expansive menu and an immersive setting, Mr. Dunderbak's has to be on your list to try in the Tampa area. read more

Mr. Dunderbak's - Traditional pork schnitzel "wiener art" with German potato salad and sliced pickles - German Near Me - Tampa, Florida