I was always skeptical about German food but after trying the food here I really like German food & beers! This place serves a generous portion of food & beer, they have so many of beer variety. The food was so delicious from appetizer, entrees and dessert and they feel like home made food. I felt so satisfied :) and I have been always craving of German food ever since ! read more

Speisekammer - German Near Me - Alameda, California

Fantastic German food. Very authentic and plenty of seating outside or inside. Nice and lively place. The servers were very nice and knowledgeable of the menu. There is a good selection of food and German beers. read more

This is my go to restaurant for pretty much any cuisine in Alameda. But when it comes to German, this is the best place in the Bay Area. I strongly recommend it. read more

Food was great for a takeaway on a Thursday for a first time and it was ready on time

Thought of trying this place for lunch since seeing this restaurant on Check Please. I knew going in it was a bit expensive, but the family wanted to go. I saw on the menu the Reuben sandwich, and in my mind I thought for $22 it's gotta be something like NY's Stage Deli or something, meaning it's filled with tons of meat and sauerkraut stacked 4-5 inches tall. Nope...when my order arrived, I was hugely disappointed by seeing how small it was. There was just one thin layer of sliced corned beef and a very small amount of sauerkraut and a little cheese. The corned beef was even tough too. Taking a bite, I had to use my fork to pull/separate the meat from my bite. The slice of bread was thicker than what it was filled with. Not just that, but the slice of bread was also tiny. Like the size of the old Wonder Bread as a kid. My teenage son ordered the same and probably took about 2-3 bites to finish it. Whatever you do, DO NOT order the Reuben sandwich. My wife ordered the Wiener Schnitzel sandwich and it was a little bit better. The bread had a good crunch to it, but that was about it. The pork cutlet didn't have much flavor and just like the Reuben sandwich, there was also not enough meat for the amount of bread in the sandwich. In the end, ordering 5 sandwiches came to $110, not including tax & tip. Was it worth it? Hell NO! I'm thinking that the dinner menu might be better, but I don't plan to return after such a bad experience with their sandwiches. read more

Speisekammer - Reuben sandwich - German Near Me - Alameda, California

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Came here on a weekday afternoon during our food crawl. I really love European beer and was super excited to try the selection here. The cups are big so we were only able to finish two each. I didn't have the stomach for the boot quite yet. :"( We chose to sit inside because it was getting chilly, but we were seated behind a barrier and the servers couldn't see us. They were really nice though, we just had to stand up to ask for stuff. I felt like it was a little musty. A huge spider also fell onto our table so we moved ourselves. I was wary of the meat platter (Gegrillte Fleischplate) because it looked so big, but it was actually pretty doable once we ordered it. For $43, you get two types of meats and like seven(?) sausages on a bed of sauerkraut. It comes with two types of mustard sauces. The Oktoberfest beers were great--better with flavor and body than American beers for sure. We also tried to spiced beer from Canada, but I'm looking at the current menu and can't find it. Overall a nice vibe and tasty food! read more

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Menu was amazing. Ordered the sauerbraten with schnitzel. Wonderful. Great service and a wonderful beer. read more

Speisekammer - Sauerbraten, schnitzel and red cabbage with cranberries. - German Near Me - Alameda, California

Such a good finding! Came at 5:30p, the place is getting busy but manageable. We started with: (2) Potato Pancakes with Apple Compote - super crispy, great to start Entrees - family styles: Curry Wurscht - super delicious Bratwurst - okay Roasted Pork in Beer Sauce - soft, well balanced tangy & savory Cabbage Leaves Stuffed with Seasoned Beef - I will order this again. Similar with Meat loaf with tangy tomato sauce Try the Berliner Weisser w Raspberry Syrup Great services, our wait staff was so patience in explaining yummy different type of beers read more

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I had an Octoberfest lunch there for 23 Red Hat ladies. This place really went above and beyond to make this a perfect lunch! Service is superior to 90% of restaurants today! Food was great! Not 1 70+ old woman had a negative thing to say! Now they want me to repeat next year! read more

Speisekammer - Veal Bratwurst, potato pancakes, lox, brotzel. - German Near Me - Alameda, California

Over priced, slow service and mediocre food. I was very disappointed. A 3-4 oz side of cheese sauce was $7. The pretzel was obviously microwaved to heat and the Schnitzel was dry and tough. read more

We had late lunch/early dinner here on a Saturday before an Oktoberfest Sunday. We ate on the patio--there was some residual sun on one side that was perfect for the weather. Might be cold in the later afternoon on the deck without sun. We'd been there maybe 10-15 years ago. We are glad we decided to return. We had two main courses, beef, and two sides (brussells sprouts and sauerkaut) (the menu at the restaurant is considerably more extensive than the "dine in" menu shown on the website by the way). We really enjoyed everything. Of course, we are both fans of German food, even though it runs to the heavy/very heavy side. Service was very good and the size of the portions was enormous, so the value was good as well. Good selection of German beers. Highly recommended. read more

Great atmosphere, especially the outside biergarten. It was cloudy when I visited but I can imagine it'd be great in sunny weather. Extensive list of BIG German beers. We only had two food items: potato pancakes and Wiener schnitzel sandwich. I found both to be ok. The apple sauce that came with the potato pancakes was awesome. The sandwich was a little disappointing, not bad at all, but a little lacking In flavor. Service was friendly and competent. I would not go out of my way to come again, but we will revisit at some point so I can get a better idea of the food quality. All in all, a nice eating experience, and an escape from the standard American food. read more

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We stopped at Speisekammer for for small bites and beer this weekend. We had a great experience! We wanted to sit outside but it was a bit chilly since the sun was going down so the staff offered to bring a portal heater over to our table. We ordered a few german beers to drink off of their extensive drink menu. Both beers were good. For food we had the pretzel and cheese and potato soup with bacon. Our food was great but the potato soup was our favorite! I'd recommend coming here and we would love to come back for a full meal. read more

Speisekammer - Pretzel and Cheese - German Near Me - Alameda, California

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Last month we called an old fashion yellow cab to get picked up and we were delivered to this restaurant for cabbage and potatoes. The food was good. read more

Came here with a bunch of friends for my Birthday. I had been here before but not for a long time so I wanted to see what's doing. They have three different rooms you can eat in. One features a bar and another has a fireplace. There's like three tvs I believe. There's also an outside area in the front. A live band was playing near the bar. Right off the bat I just want to acknowledge our waitress. I can't remember her name but she was blonde and had a sweet voice. She was very good. Orders were perfect, drinks were consistently filled and she was extremely patient. I'm not gonna mention everything that was ordered, just what I got. For the appetizers I went with the Gebeitzter Lachs (salmon w/capers and a dill mustard sauce. Also came with two crispy potato pancakes. This dish was very yummy. I also ordered the Pretzel Mit Bier-kasesosse. The pretzel was very soft and the beer cheese was amazing. For the main course I went with the Gegrillte Fleischplatte. A meat platter featuring a pork chop and various sausages. It was all delicious especially the pork chop which was the highlight for me. Came with two kinds of mustards. Someone told the waitress it was my birthday and she brought out shots of apple schnapps and a dessert for free! I thought that was really cool of them. Most places just give you a small piece of cake. It was an apple strudel with ice cream and whipped cream. It was very good. This place rocks and I can't wait to go back soon!! Thanks for an awesome birthday Speiskammer! read more

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I'd been wanting to try this place for a long time and so glad I did. Although not everything we ordered was amazing, over all it was pretty good. I'll start with the negatives. Firstly, We ordered the large soft pretzel and beer cheese for the table and all of us agreed that it left little to be desired. The pretzel itself was okay but nothing special. I feel like I've had better at sporting events. We all also agreed that the beer cheese was not good at all. The texture was grainy and the flavor was not enjoyable. No one took a second bite of it after trying it the first time. The other disappointment was that we ordered a side of apple compote which we never received. On the bright side, we ordered the smoked salmon appetizer which was very tasty and enjoyed by all. It was served with red onions, capers and a mustard dill sauce were all very delicious. For my entree I ordered the braised pork shank with mashed potatoes and pickled salad and was very pleased. It was a decent size portion and the flavors of everything on the dish came together nicely. My husband ordered the salmon which was severed with mashed potatoes and spinach. I tried his meal and we both agreed that it was well cooked, well seasoned and that the salmon tasted fresh. Although I didn't try their meals the couple we dined with ordered a beef roulade dish and a chicken spatzle and both said they enjoyed their meals. Overall this place was good and we will go again. read more

We stopped for lunch on the way to OAK airport. What a nice time. Great menu. Food was delicious. Nice servers. Felt like we were in Germany. Enjoy! read more

Speisekammer - Watching Purdue win in the Final Four - German Near Me - Alameda, California

We've loved this neighborhood restaurant for years, and the former owners were lovely. The increase in prices is insane. A pretzel for $14?? With entrees at $27-39 range, salads and apps in $20 range, plus drinks? It's sad, but thinking we're done as a dining out option. read more

Overall, would suggest you try a solid German meal and enjoy the warm atmosphere at Spiesekammer. My wife and I started with two drinks (5/5) that were unique, delish, and generously topped off. For apps, we opted for the Reibekuchen potato pancakes (3.5/5) with apple compote which were good, but felt too crispy. Not a bad thing, but we had hoped it was more like a latke vs a potato funnel cake. For entree, we picked the jager schnitzel (4.5/5, pork cutlet with a pasta like side) and rouladen (4/5, cabbage wrapped beef with mashed potato). Schnitzel was solid and would order again for two. Rouladen is worth trying if you've never had it before, but since I've been spoiled by authentic homemade Rouladen before it didn't feel quite the same. Rouladen tastes a little like seasoned hamburger meat, but the sauce and mashed potato complement it well. Wouldn't order a second time though. Overall, great place to check out and will most likely come back in the future! read more

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We got the Reibekuchen as an appetizer and it was a pretty interesting experience. To us it essentially tasted like extra crispy hashbrowns dressed with a sweet apple sauce. The flavor was very pleasant but the texture was most similar to uncooked instant noodles and was a bit rough to eat. Overall a positive experience though and worth the try once! I got the Weiner schnitzel vom schwein for the entree and the full portions are maaaassive. I asked for the mushroom sauce on the side. The meat is cut quite thin and it is fried very well and tasted great. It was a little on the dry side and the meal is definitely very heavy. Indoor dining is available now and the decor is entertaining (paintings/deer heads/tapestry). Service was also good. read more

Speisekammer - Reibekuchen - 4 crispy potato pancakes served with haus-made apple compote - German Near Me - Alameda, California

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It had been about 7 years since either my husband or I had eaten here, but we remembered really liking our experience. We finally returned this past Saturday with two family members, and we were all very pleased with our meals and drinks! Me: Gemüse Streudel (the carrot purée was a really interesting & yummy touch) and a pear cider. Husband: Wiener Schnitzel Sandwich and a Kölsch beer. Family Member #2: Frikadellen (season pork meatballs) with Spätzle and a Kölsch beer. Family Member #3: Reibekuchen (crispy potato pancakes, similar to latkes) with apple compote and a light beer, although I forget what kind. Dog: 6 oz mix of rice, chicken, veggies, and a doggy vitamin. He scarfed it down no problem! The outdoor seating area was fairly busy, but our waitress checked in regularly and we received our drinks and meals promptly. Overall we had a really lovely late lunch/early dinner, and we look forward to going back the next time we visit Alameda! read more

Good German food and a large selection of German beers too. A lot of large tables in a cozy but open floor plan with plenty of outdoor seating for when the weather allows. They were out of several things that we tried to order but the service was good and we ended up having a good time largely because our server took really good care of us. read more

Yes again another awesome food experience! Got the following: Goulash: 5 stars tons of food and flavor. Love the spaetzle Roast pork: 4.5 loved the fruit compote with the pork. Loved the mashed potatoes Will be back!! read more

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Our experience was good here. A German restaurant serving all the classic dishes together with excellent German beer. we arrived early on a cold saturday evening and, although there seemed to be a lot of room in the restaurant, the tables appeared to be reserved and we were seated outside. Service was very slow as if they did not expect to cover diners eating on the patio.....no staff were venturing outside. Having said that, our food was perfectly prepared in the best German tradition and most delicious. The Marzen beer was also just the best and my girlfriend enjoyed her generous martini. A good place to dine and we will return soon (with a reservation) The ambiance in this restaurant is terrific! read more

Unfortunately with the ownership change the quality and authenticity have gone way downhill. As a born native of Germany and someone who has been coming to this Resturant for over 30 years it's sad to see. There are other Bay Area options for quality authentic German food but I'm sorry to say this place does t make the list anymore. The owners aren't even German. read more

Yum! This place was recommended as one of the best German restaurants in the Bay Area and it didn't disappoint! The smoked salmon salad appetizer was entree portion, so I could have eaten just that. But good thing I ordered more, because it was all so good! Plus lots of vegetarian options which was surprising for a German restaurant. The ambiance is like a big bar, long outdoor tables and tents like Oktoberfest. It's really fun! Great good and of course great beer too! read more

Speisekammer - German Near Me - Alameda, California

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My first visit to many people's old favorite. Had a wonderful time. If you love beer this is your place. Our server was amazing - she is extremely knowledgeable about beer and a couple of us picked out perfect flights by her guidance. The food is great! Full bar for those non beer people. darling decor. Easy parking and great outdoor dining with heaters. All in all a fun night. read more

Authentic German food served in a festive atmosphere. Today was a special Oktoberfest day so there was live music and dancing plus a limited menu and mostly disposable dishware. The sausages were excellent as was the fresh side of carrot salad. The potato salad was a little mushy and not as tangy as the carrot salad. The spaetzle and meatballs were ok. Refreshing drinks on the menu like Elderflower spritz! Don't be afraid to bring your German foodies here, they will enjoy it! read more

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I really enjoyed this place! Great patio! The cabbage rolls and apple strudel were delicious! Enjoyed a couple of beers in the sunshine - definitely would go back! read more

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I had a grilled salmon and veggies plate. The veggies were good and there was a wide array with beets, roasted potatoes, and other greens. We also ordered the sausage plate (not pictured) and apple streusel with ice cream also not pictured. The sausage was tender, juicy, and what you'd expect for a sausage. The mashed potatoes that came with it was pretty thick and good. The sauerkraut was good and not overwhelmingly acidic - my partner usually doesn't eat it but enjoyed it. The potato pancakes, which came as an appetizer, was the best part. They were so crispy and just how I would want my shredded hash browns to be if I had the option. The pretzel was good but I didn't like how to add the cheese sauce on the side it's a lot more money like ~$5 than just ordering the pretzel by itself. The cheese sauce is not very good and I wouldn't recommend it. read more

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A long time ago, I was a soldier in US Army Germany. Sometimes fellow veterans ask me "do you eat at the that German restaurant in Alameda?" Well, no I haven't, because it'll never be as good as those gasthauses and restaurants in those German towns. I really enjoyed jagerschnitzel and pomme frites. But in these days of Covid-19, Yelp encourages us to help local restaurants. (Grubhub added a $10 discount coupon). So I decided to try Speisekammer for takeout. Well, I'm guessing this food is better at the restaurant, fresh from the kitchen. Maybe it's better with a strong beer. Maybe the food is better with loud music playing, and other distractions. Because my pork cutlets were overcooked and dry. The Spätzle was ok and plentiful. The side salad was very good. But $25 for this? Maybe someone thought I wouldn't know the difference.....who knows. (I was stationed in Mannheim for 3 years) read more

Speisekammer - After 3 yrs living in Germany,  this is not Jaegerschnitzel. Maybe it's the American version.  Not worth $25 - German Near Me - Alameda, California

Great Alameda spot! Delicious, Friendly, Delicious! Family Favorite. Great for out of town visitors as well. Obviously great beer selection, goes great with a pretzel & cheese. Go there now! read more

Fun place with great German food & beer, I Alao great little groceries and togo stuff read more

Please nearly empty for lunch on a Sunday. I had the Reuben sandwich. The meat was in larger, thick pieces and a bit dry. The potatoes were amazing. I also had a grapefruit Raddler. If you like those, this one I'll look for at a liquor store. It was to too sweet. Very nice. Service was good. Another person had the meatball and spatzle dish and those meatballs were amazing. read more

Saturday lunch with friends outside in the sun. So sweet with beer, and Nürnberger sausages and kraut. Jägerschnitzel, Spätzle and red cabbage, wienerschnitzel and fried potatoes. Excellent! Strudel for dessert. Also so good. The coffee...wasn't great. Overall a pleasant time. read more

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Spraken ze yum This place is just off Park st in Alameda, and serves tasty German fare. We took the Saurbratten, which is German tri-tip, and it was a big enough portion that my partner and I got full sharing. The beef was expertly cooked, melty tender, and accompanied by pickled cabbage that was spicy/sour and a treat to eat. I recommend trying other items because it's clear from how well they did the bratten that they use good quality ingredients and prepare them well :) read more

This was my first time checking out Speisekammer, and had a pretty good dining experience! The fiancé and I met up with our friends for an early dinner. We waited about 5 minutes before getting seated outside. After looking over the menu, we decided to order the Wiener Schintizel Vom Schwein (two pork cutlets, breaded & pan-fried, served with roasted potatoes & German side salad), Sauerbraten (beef tri tip marinated and braised in red wine and spices, served with red cabbage and spatzle), Gratinierte Kasepatzle (spatzle baked with cheddar parmesan cheese and caramelized onions, served with a side combination German Salad), and a boot! Food was served fairly quickly, and was delish! The boot was also really fun to drink and share with our friends. Overall, staff was friendly, parking was easy, and food was good! Definitely worth checking out! read more

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I loved Speisekammer for years for being the best restaurant that comes so very-very close to being the real deal. Many of the dishes reminded me of my grandmother cooking and the family gatherings of the past, good food, good times. Last night I ordered Jaegerscnitzel, my usual with extra mushroom gravy. What arrived on plate was two cutlets with a distinct freezer burn smothered in a watery sauce that lacked any flavor. MSG would have gone a long way in making this pleasing, but that would be cheating. Meat slabs were thick and had perforations that could only come from being processed with machinery. The breading wasn't crisp and sloughed off completely with little effort. In essence processed crap that costs less than a few bucks with overhead, sold for $23. I would even bet that the meat is not actually a slice of pork, but meat scraps that are ground into a paste that is then textured to appear as a slice of pig. I'm sure that Speisekammer is trying to maximize revenue and that trimming costs during these trying times is a good strategy. Maybe you should consider that in these times, your customers, the consumer is looking for value and that if value sucks, empty tables could be the future. I didn't eat what was served and the waitress didn't say a word about my plate having only a few bites taken. She could have saved the day, but no. I believe my dogs were thrilled to have this for their dinner, but you also have to consider that these same angels of mine also eat their own poop. I would avoid blaming this on the pandemic. Pathetic. read more

Speisekammer - German Near Me - Alameda, California

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I've been to Germany. As far as I know, this is as good as it gets in America. The menu is very German, extensive, and reasonably priced for what you get. More importantly, the extensive beer list is full of delicious German draft beers you'll rarely find anywhere else. $22 Weinerschnitzel...two beautiful, golden, deepfried, crispy, hot deliciousness of pork cutlets that taste as if it came out of of a German Grandmother's kitchen in Munich. The soft, chewy, and buttery spaetzle is actually better than any spaetzel I've had in Germany. $18 Curry Wurst...German Drunk Food at its best. Two thick long meaty bratwursts doused in that magical sweet and spicy mix of curry and paprika seasoned tomato sauce. Meaty and marvelous. I've been eating here for over 7 years now...I only wish it was it San Diego so I could eat here at least once a week. PROST! read more

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Really fun spot. Different food than the normal American cuisine so it's nice to mix it up. Not sure what we ordered but everything had great flavor! Lots of seating, indoor or out. My only star taking away is it is PRICY! For 6 of us it was over $200 and that was with 2 kids meals. This is fancy date night prices at a diner venue. But the service was great and we had a good time. read more