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The Hoffmann

3.9 (290 reviews)
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Moderate noise
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Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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The view. The only thing great in our experience.
Reese B.

So we wanted to like this place...such cool seating out in the bar area! Right on the water and laid back, beach feel. We definitely loved the view and give the view 5! That's where the good ends for us. The server was unpleasant from the beginning. She seemed annoyed that we ordered a soda and 2 waters. We also ordered a pretzel and mozzarella sticks. The apps came out fast and were ok. The pretzel with mustard stole the show - it's a real Bavarian pretzel and delicious. The "beer cheese" dip we ordered on the side was inedible. it tastes like water with a hunt of cheese. Gross. The worst aspect was the service. We actually went in for Mahi fish and chips! I'd read on a local facebook page that the fish and chips were amazing. So we wait. We wait. We literally waited 1 hour for the server to come back so we could order entrees. When she finally did come back we were ready to leave and she was extremely rude to my daughter, mocking like and said you only ordered 3 things! 1. We wanted to order 3 entrees 2. So ordering 3 items means patrons don't get adequate service? Ew. Hard pass on that attitude and lack of customer service.

Luv this place never dreamed this little whole in the wall would be so great absolutely fantastic food where the locals hang out 10 stars
Richard T.

Luv this place! Food is always on point, just a relaxing down to earth place kind of a whole in the wall.

Food menu 3/3/24
Mark S.

Sunday 3/3... On our last night in town we came to The Hoffman. I bookmarked 3 restaurants for our recent trip. The criteria was always waterfront dining. They are located at the base of that Jensen Beach Causeway overlooking Hutchinson Island. In summary good German food with a great view. The restaurant itself is smallish in size. Just go and sit outback by the bar. For drinks she had a Pinot noir. I really wanted to try a few different German Hefeweizens but they were out. So a Coors Light fit the bill. Our bartender/server Tonya was very helpful ordering up some local favorites for grub. That said our appetizers were a Bavarian pretzel and potato pancakes. Entrees, for her Bavarian meatballs adding spaetzle. I chose the bratwurst entree adding sauerkraut over roasted potatoes. Just couldn't resist the warm apple strudel at the end. :) Just a note, reservations are highly recommended on the weekend for parties of 4 or more. Prices are pretty reasonable. Dinner for 2 with drinks was less than $100. Enjoy

The view :)
Marci C.

What a lovely spot for riverside cocktails, The Hoffman is a treasure coast treasure. The service is swift yet casual, the people are chill, enjoying the vibe on a gorgeous Florida night while sipping libations with an incredible view of the bridge. There are a few restaurants in the area within close distance of each other. We walked to this one on Indian River drive which has no sidewalks and the drivers did not seem to keen on that ~ ooops :)) First date with a sweet guy that will get to the third date with me ;D Thank you for a nice memory The Hoffman! You can trust me, my sister wouldn't do it but I will ;D

Great view
Diane R.

We went 1st time, we sat on waterfront patio, such a nice view and breeze!! Our server was Francesca, she was great. I had the pork schnitzel which came with German potato salad and red cabbage. The schnitzel was crisp and hot, very tender, potato salad was yummy too (I didn't know I liked, never have in the past). My husb had the bratwurst entree which he really liked, the crisp roasted potatoes were a hit. Ice tea was fresh. We had the apple strudel came with ice cream and whipped cream. Husb liked, didn't work for me. Definitely will go back, menu wise they have something for everyone.

Such a wonderful view!
Angela M.

Great solid choice for waterfront dining! My husband and I have been enjoying this place for a few years now. We've come with family, with friends, and even with our pugs and everyone seems to enjoy it as much as we do! They do have non-German options just in case someone doesn't go for that, but their German food is delicious. We have enjoyed the Bratwurst entree which is served over sauerkraut and crispy potatoes. It also comes with mustard. We also enjoy the schnitzel, and you can choose whether you want chicken or pork. Comes with a lemon wedge, red cabbage, German potato salad... authentic and yummy! We've also enjoyed their shrimp appetizers, and the German pretzel with a side of beer cheese is also delicious. Service is friendly, and they have live music on occasion. Lastly, but very important.. the BEER! We enjoy the German beers served in huge glasses! Not necessarily a craft beer bar, but there are other places for that. This place really hones in on German beer and rightfully so!

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Crystal M.

Hidden Gem! Pulled up to this little place on the side of the road that promised German American food. Walked inside to a small seating area was greeted right away. We headed out the back to a good size patio that had a bar, high top tables and counter seating facing the ocean. The best part was the poodle sitting at the bar with a bowl of water! Dog friendly gets me every time. To the right was a beach front patio with larger tables and tiki umbrellas. The left of the bar was more seating on the sandy beach. We ordered a couple of apps. The potato pancakes were tasty and fresh. Crispy on the outside and perfect with the cold sweet applesauce. Dinner served up blackened shrimp Cesar salad and a bacon cheddar burger with fries. The massive burger with extra crispy bacon and the perfectly seasoned shrimp on my salad didn't disappoint. The service, atmosphere and food are unmatched in the area from what I have experienced. I don't know how we haven't made it here before, but we will be back for schnitzel and drinks!

Menu - 8/25/23
Maddie V.

The good: Great ambiance with outdoor seating, patio string lights, right on the Indian River. The patio deck and bar is right off a little beach so you could hear the waves as you ate and drank. No bugs and there was a beautiful breeze on a hot summer night. We ordered the captains calamari and the pork schnitzel. Both were excellent, the calamari was lightly breaded and fried to perfection. Tentacles included which I really enjoy. The pork schnitzel was also delicious. A very thin, large piece of pork fried and accompanied by german potato salad and red cabbage. The german potato salad was slightly vinegary which I enjoyed. The bad: I really don't have anything bad to say about this place. Mostly just an FYI, they do have some indoor seating but it didn't seem like it was air conditioned? If you are wanting to eat indoors perhaps avoid this place. The weird: The women's bathroom was locked the entire time we were there...not sure what the deal was. Did someone accidentally lock the door? Did someone die in there? Only time will tell. We will definitely be back for a beer, delicious German food, and the ambience.

Kids had Apfelstrudel and they said it was perfect
Keren A.

The ambiance here is great!! Sitting outside on a beautiful winter night, with no bugs was reason enough to give it a great review. But pair that with a great waitress, super fast service, good food, and good wine what could be better? Our table had an array of food. I had the smoked salmon with potato pancakes. Gosh it was so good. Husband had goulash, and loved it. Kids had Apfelstrudel and they said it was perfect! Would definitely go back. Our friends got (I feel like ) one of all from the appetizers menu m, which was awesome because I got to try it too. The pretzel with the beer dip and mustard was awesome. They also got fried Mac and cheese balls, they were so good. They had like a green pepper in it or something that was so delicious. We asked and found out, they were homemade, and you could definitely tell. It's not a fancy place, so don't go in thinking it's fine dining.

Holsteiner Schnitzel
Michael B.

Two years after my first review, the place is still great. Goulasch just like Oma used to make!

Fireworks
Shea D.

If you're craving comfort food with a perfect view, go to the Hoffman. Great beer & food selection. I had the Wiener schnitzel, it was crispy on the outside, yet juicy & tender on the inside. The beets were delicious! The servers were quick, friendly, and very helpful. My favorite part was definitely the view. We came at night during one of Florida's infamous lightning storms. It was surreal. Some guy started setting off fireworks on the beach, which was unexpected and entertaining. This is just a great local spot and a must-try if you're in Jensen Beach.

Deborah S.

We go here about every 3 weeks.. usually it would be one of our go to favorites.. outside beautiful view.. ok it's a total dump but I like it anyway cuz I like German food the hubs likes German beer. Yesterday the food was off way off. I asked the server is there someone different cooking? Yes there was and they fell very short. Once I asked was the cook German since we go to Germany often and food tastes authentic. They said no Vietnamese but she got it spot on. Yesterday I was told that person works evening afternoons shift. Fyi .. the main plate was like warm as in warmed up greasy. The side dish I usually love tasted well a week old! The birds spit it out! The place is falling apart I couldn't get out of the bathroom and the tables are a mess. I really like this place I can overlook everything but please get the cooking right

Bratwurst! Grilled bratwurst with sauerkraut, sautéed onions and German mustard. Served with German potato salad. Great beer selection, too!

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Food was great until later that night. I got really sick and so did the few other guys I went with.

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Best meal I've had in Martin county in 10 years! Seriously so good! Wish I would've come here sooner. Will be my new date night spot.

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This place has so many great reviews!! I want to try it!! As I AM a Hoffmann and all...do I get a discount? Lol jk 😆 we definitely need to try it!!

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