I grew up eating krautburgers and I turned out OK. (This is the statement anyone says when they have basically been poisoned when they were a kid - like how I used to wash my hands in gasoline after painting houses - and I turned out ok. My parents grew up playing with mercury and they turned out ok. But don't take this joke as to infer that I am saying this food is poison because it is not - i am just hilarious, that's all) I love krautburgers and I miss 'em. This german cabbage pocket is amazing. Hamburger, cabbage, cheese and mustard (and one of them from Schwartz i got had jalapeños). Obviously the dough is important too but I couldn't tell you anything about dough except that if it tastes good - good job. Good Job Schwartz. I really was pleasantly surprised with their recipe. I will say that my grandma's are better but she is no longer with us. My Grandpa was born in Evans and my Grandma lived on a farm that was right were the Greeley mall ended up. They lost the farm in the great depression and then she later worked at that mall until she retired with pennies. That seems like an even greater depression. Anyway, I wonder if everone in that area ate krautburgers. I think the fast food chain Runza confused a lot of people because they also made krautburgers - and most people just saw the burger word and were upset for what looks like an inside out burger without sourkraut in it. Anyways, give Schwartz a try and tell them My Grandma probably wanted you to try them. And if you are in the business of doing what I say, subscribe to me on everything (roboticwilly) and go back and "like" everything I have ever done because what the heck else are you going to do? Thank You. read more

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Schwartz's was a homecoming for me on a recent trip to Greeley, and I was delighted to see that they had some old-school Volga German favorites for even a vegetarian like me. Krautburgers (also known as runza or cabbage pockets, as my family calls them), is a yeast bun filled with peppery cabbage, beef, and onions. They are a specialty of the Volga German people (ethnic Germans from Southern Russia that immigrated en masse to the Great Plains in the early 1900's), and are particularly popular in eastern Colorado. I grew up eating them made by my Volga German grandmother, but have not had one in years due to my vegetarianism and moving away from the area. To my knowledge, Schwartz's is one of the few places left in the region that still makes them, so my family and I had to stop in while in Greeley. Located in a simple strip mall, Schwartz's humble location belies the rich and, personally nostalgic, experience that it offers. The menu features classic cabbage pockets, along with more modern, Americanized options like jalapeño and broccoli-cheddar (they even serve Colorado green chile on the side). Shockingly, Schwartz's does offer a vegetarian option, but to my chagrin, they must be ordered in advance, so I wasn't able to sample it. I will certainly prepare better next time. Instead, I tried the cheese pockets, which were essentially the classic dough filled with American cheese and deep-fried. It was fun- not nearly as good as a classic cabbage pocket, but it sufficed, especially after I paired it with a side of their hot sauerkraut to mimic that old-world flavor. In addition, I was pleased to see that Schwartz's offers more Volga German classics even beyond cabbage pockets. On the side, we ordered classic spaetzle (not something I grew up with, but a nice German touch) and the classic Russian cucumber and onion salad in sour cream dressing with dill, just like grandma made. The desserts were out of this world, as well. They had my favorite grebble- a fried cinnamon and sugar donut, and the classic cherry kugan, or coffee cake, an integral part of every Volga German funeral or wedding I have ever been to. My companions who were able to sample the classic cabbage pockets were very pleased, and particularly noted how perfect the dough was, just like we all remembered. Schwartz's is a must for anyone looking to learn more about an obscure regional Colorado culture, and I commend them for keeping these classic recipes alive on the Eastern plains. read more

This place is not what it used to be. Prices have gotten out of control. Sides are boring. Staff is rude. I miss the original location.

Flippin' awesome krautburgers. A bit spendy, but very yummalicious. Why anyone would pass this place on their way to get a take-out burger is beyond me. read more

I kept hearing this place was amazing so when they opened one up on 35th Ave near my house I was excited to try it. It was a dismally disappointing experience. There was zero flavor to anything. I ordered a variety of tye Krautburgers as to get a range of flavors. The sauerkraut had no flavor as if it had been strained and washed. The beef even had no flavor. I ate a burger after surgery one time that I thought was flavorless but this even had that beat. I ordered sides and they were not bad but mot something to get excited about. Maybe it was a bad day or uncaring cook. This was not long after they opened. I want to give it another try because everyone seems so shocked when I tell them about this experience but they all admit to having never eaten at that location. read more

We have been patrons of this wonderful little place tucked away in old Evans. Always a good place to go where the food and pricing is fabulous. They now have two locations the new one located in Greeley. Never have had a bad experience with the food or service. read more

Inexpensive and tasty! This Krautburger place is the only one in existence in Northern Colorado to my knowledge anyway. The place is only take out so you can go down a block or two to the east and hang out at the park and enjoy your grub. They have several choices on what kind of Krautburger to get. There is the regular one and then ones with cheese and one with jalapeno and cheese. They also make desserts. Cinnamon Rolls I know for sure they have in their repertoire! Definitely a good place to stop for those of you wanting a Krautburger fix! read more

Oh my goodness. This is by far my favorite place to go when I am in the area. Fresh made mom and pop shop that is a little staple up there near Greeley. I buy like six whenever I am there just to take some home and have for days!! Everyone must go and support this great restaurant. =) read more

I'm from Greeley and now live out of town and have made it a point to try and go to get food that reminds me of home and they are never open during their posted hours of operation. This time I just went at 145 and their posted hours are open until 4pm on Saturday, screen door was locked and the employee standing at the counter just looked at me when I walked up and was slightly shocked by the front door. They made no move to open the door nor did they lady in the kicthen. Never going to try and go back. Thanks for ruining that memory. read more

All I can say is TRY THE JALAPEÑO. You won't be sorry. They have creamy cheese laden kraut burgers mad with fresh homemade bread. Get a dozen and share with your friends. You won't be sorry! read more

Tasty and unique. Basically a very flavorful burger baked into a dough pocket. If you order the day before, they will put just about anything inside. Worth going out of your way for this tiny place. read more

I'd heard of "Krautburgers" from coworkers when I worked in an office in Greeley and finally got around to getting one from Schwartz's. HOLY MOLY! Who knew that burger meat, sauerkraut, and cheese in a pastry could taste so damn good? I'm a fan--can't wait to try one again when I'm on that side of town! read more

Krautburgers could not get any better ! So yummy.Delivered to my door piping hot and at a reasonable time. Who needs soggy pizza when you can get wonderfully made hot kraut burgers !!! Definitely a customer for life !!! read more

A friend of mine from Ft. lupton just brought me a couple kraut burgers from here an they are the best I have ever had. Will be making a trip to get more soon. I bet they freeze well too... read more

We LOVE the krautburgers from here and the desserts are good as well. We eat here at least a couple times a month!!

Awesome kraut burgers! Love to stop by here. Make them close to how my grandma used to make! People here always super friendly.

i love the krautburgers but i also got potato salad side dishes and the potatoes were not done. i really don't like to crunch on potatoes in the potato salad and wish they were a cooked better. read more

These are great! We love krautburgers and these are some of the best ones out there! It's a tiny hole in the wall, you can only take out, but it is worth it! Went on a Saturday and supplies were low. I recommend ordering ahead if you are getting more than 2. They are big and filling! read more

I drive from Cheyenne (about 50 miles away) to get these. They are the absolute best krautburgers I have had.

Amazing krautburgers, select homemade desserts. A bit pricey but worth it. I definitely recommend checking it out!