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    Von Bismarck

    4.3 (365 reviews)

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    Patio
    Darci R.

    Came in specifically to try out the Schnapps flight, sadly they were completely out of everything, which was a pretty big let down. I did end up choosing a different drink, which they were out of the main ingredient for this as well so they substituted. My husband had an Inglorious Bastard, which was super tasty and unique. We ordered the Rauch Hähnchen, which was absolutely amazing! It cooked perfectly, super juicy, and crunchy. I 100% recommend. We also got the Schweineschnitzel, which was also cooked extremely well but was a little bit plain, I was looking for a little more flavor. The patio of these place is amazing, fantastic ambiance. The decor inside from what I saw was also very cool. The service wasn't quite on point, the server was inattentive and not very friendly. I would like to come back for a second try, but will for sure make sure I can enjoy the Schnapps flight.

    Inglorious Bastard and
    Drake R.

    Finally my first visit to Von Bismark, I finally talked my wife into it, with the promise of trying the schnapps. Well bummer there, they were completely out of all the schnapps. Wife did end up picking another cocktail, and they were out of the main ingredient in that as well. I cannot remember this one and it's not on the current website menu, but it contained grape. The service was ok, but our waiter was not very friendly or attentive. He honestly appeared to have maybe hit a bit too much jazz cabbage on his break. It was also kind of odd that the menu's were never picked up, they just stacked our food and stuff on them. Not sure if that's just how they do it here or what. Ambiance was actually pretty neat, themed really well and the outdoor seating is chill. The bar inside looks pretty fun and there is an aroma of bbq all over the place. Bathrooms were around the outside and super clean and tidy. The food! So first off we had the Rauch Hähnchen, I gotta say if you get only one thing, it's gotta be this. This was pretty fantastic, super crunchy, and the hit of honey was on point. The other thing we had was the Schweineschnitzel, this was cooked great and super tender, but just really needed a bit more flavor, even with the arugula and dressing. Our arugula was pretty dry so maybe it just needed more of the dressing. Still a fun new thing to try. I'm for sure going to go back and try again, but I'll be calling ahead to make sure they have the schnapps as that's what really drew us in. I ended up getting an Inglorious Bastard which was a fun accompaniment to that heavy meal.

    Mike K.

    Another outstanding meal at Von Bismarck today. The Schweinshnitzel is absolutely amazing. This place is gret and its so sad that they will be closing in 10 days. Yep! their last day is Oct 26th.

    Pam H.

    First time here and happily reporting a great spot. Wasn't sure this would be my kinda place but a couple friends invited me so I found out in fact it is. The bartender makes an amazing cocktail and we had some laughs while I awaited the rest of my party. When my friends arrived we enjoyed a cocktail and scouted the menu. I was elated when I was told that the fish schnitzel was in fact Haddock. I've only had it on the east coast of Ireland so I was stoked. We each ordered an entree and a side. When the food arrived we laughed hard. A lot of food appeared and we quickly realized that Von Bismarck served very hardy portions. So fun! The spatzle with Gruyere cheese was amongst my favorite side dish along with the amazing smoked cabbage dish. I recommend requesting a char on it to ensure cooking it a bit more and ensuring a more tender dish. The platters of food we watched being turned out here was very entertaining to watch. No one's leaving this place hungry! There is still outdoor seating available as they have heaters running. Nice decor and a family style seating is encouraged. We sat inside and had nice lap blankets just for a cozy touch.

    Otto's Best Wurst
    Alyssa F.

    What a hidden gem in midtown. Came here in a Friday night on a date. We did not have a reservation so we weren't able to sit at a table, but there was some seating at the counter. When the weather is warm, there's tons of outside seating too. This was my first REAL experience with German food. We started with the pretzel and cheese which was soft and warm. We split the sample plate of bratwurst. All very delicious and came with dipping options. The schnitzel was my favorite. Paired with the Arugala salad! Absolutely delicious. Nice list of beers and cocktails as well as wine.

    Michael M.

    Von Bismarck was a highlight of my recent trip to Reno. It was my friend's birthday and I had heard rumblings of a nearby German food spot to our hotel. Off to Yelp I went! The photos and the menu enticed us to check it out. When I rolled up, I was impressed. Large outdoor space makes this place a good spot in warmer weather. My friend and I went in, no reservation and were sat immediately at the bar. The place has an upscale feel to it without feeling too contrived or hipstery. Friendly bartender greeted us either conversations and recommendations for our activities after dinner- we scooted down the street to watch a friend spin a dj set at another spot. Oh- the dinner! The food was fantastic. Everything from the extensive beer menu, the entrees, even the pretzel, were standout. This is some of the best German food I have had since my old haunt in SF closed up. Excited to check it out again when we are back in town.

    Spätzle
    Toni F.

    Popped in for a quick bite before a GSR concert and was seated at the counter right by the grill. Great conversation with the enthusiastic grill master who clearly loves his job. The grilled veggie special was Japanese eggplant with Hollandaise sauce. OMG - creamy, earthy eggplant paired perfectly with the sauce! Side of spätzle hit the spot, and the house made blackberry soda was so refreshing. Always a favorite place to eat!

    Aleigh B.

    This place is great! We were able to be seated right away and the staff were very nice! The ambiance is very nice! When we got there it wasn't busy but it picked up but it wasn't too loud. I like how they have butcher paper that they write their specials on! I ordered the pork schnitzel and my husband got the sausage trio. Both were very delicious! The pork was breaded very well, it was juicy and the flaky slat on top was a great touch, really pulled the flavor in! The arugula salad was very fresh and light! I squeezed the lemon all over it and loved it! My husband loved the sausage with the variety of sauces! My man is a big bratwurst lover and he discovered he loved the berry jam the best! I bet this place is so fun on a summer Friday night with all the outdoor patio seating they have! Highly recommend!

    Berliner Curry Fries
    Mohammad K.

    Wow, where do I begin? I've often walked by Von Bismarck, and I always wondered why it was so busy and what kind of place it would be. I'm glad my curiosity got the best of me, because this place is amazing. First of all the vibe and energy is immaculate, and the crowd is always keeping the place busy. The fries were amazing and Ofcourse the pretzels were top notch. I'm actually going to go back this weekend because the menu is full of delectable things I want to try! 11/10 would recommend!!

    Spatzle with cheese  Brautwurst
    Cassidy M.

    I love Von Bismarck! I've been coming here for years and have brought many friends and family. Whether sharing amongst a large party or just stopping for a light lunch, it is perfect. Staff is always so kind and knowledgeable about the menu. Delicious German cuisine, tasty rotating sausage choices and some of the best German beer on tap! I always recommend adding the cheese to the spatzle and pretzel!

    Otto's Best Wurst ~ sausage trio
    Dana S.

    This place is amazing! The food, staff and ambiance are incredible. We ordered the house pickles which included asparagus, green beans & peppers; the smashed potatoes with fried onions and spicy mustard (mustard is off the hook!). Entrees included the chicken schnitzel; pork schnitzel, fish schnitzel, the beet salad with goat cheese and a soft boiled egg & the sausage trio with a variety of mustard, lingonberry jam and pickled onions. Everything was AMAZING!!

    Beet salad
    Elissa I.

    We went here for lunch and it didn't disappoint! Super good salad, pretzel was perfection and the sausage was very good as well! Patio is perfect for spring/ outdoor dining

    3/30/24 Private tented dining.
    Lee D.

    Yelp works! Found this on Yelp when my daughter craved German food. I thought she just wanted a Biergarten... Quality/Quantity - Simple menu done well. Spatzle - So good! My daughter only eats mac & cheese from kraft, but she ate it all. Otto's Best Wurst, Sampler of all 3 Housemade Wursts - Had to get their signature wursts. All were good, even the sauces. Schweineschnitzel - My favorite of all the dishes! Special dessert, Gingersnap Crust Salted Caramel - We were so full, but I guess my daughter saw the special dessert and was not full any more... This was also good. Looking forward to coming back to try your "A Little Bigger" menu selections and to try some beer and wine! Snowing today and my wife did not want to drive, so I did not drink. Atmosphere - What a cool spot. Table, bench, counter, bar seating, etc. Love the atmosphere/environment, from the outdoor kitchen, to all the different outdoor seating. Including a tent for private events. You can also see the kitchen from both inside and outside seating, see pictures. Communal seating. Outdoor grill and smoker. Even the bathrooms are in containers, see pictures. And the bathrooms also have cool decor. I also like the fact that they have cloth towels rather than disposable ones. Street parking, but not an issue on raining/snowing days. Open 6 days a week. Tue to Fri = 4pm to close; Sat and Sun = noon till close. Service - Mellisa and the rest of the team did a good job. It is obviously a team effort. Props to the manager to create such a positive culture. It was busy when we got here and everyone before us had reservations; but not an issue for them to still seat us. Price - $70 + tip; a little expensive, but that is the cost for quality (and service). Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2019; we will be regular customers.

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    10 months ago

    Review for Von Bismarck: the food is very good, my favorite is the Jäger schnitzel. It is an interesting change of pace!

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    Quality food and service. The searing outdoors is fun and inviting. Indoor seating is cool. The fried chicken is a must!

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    10 months ago

    Th food here is amazing. Not a big menu but everything we had was good. Would recommend

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    9 months ago

    Wonderful schnitzel! Food is excellent! Will definitely come back the next time we are in Reno.

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    Ask the Community - Von Bismarck

    What time is happy hour?

    Von Bismarck's Happy Hour is from Noon - 4pm Tuesday through Friday and features $2 Sion Kölsch.

    It says the seating is family style, do we have to share a table with people we don't know?

    They also have smaller tables and seating areas

    Yelp says there are vegan options, but other than a couple of sides, I'm not seeing anything. Am I missing something? I'd give anything for a vegan (portabello?) schnitzel!

    Their menu changes frequently so call ahead before you go to see what they have. The last 3 times I was there the menu was different every time. The chef is very creative.

    I would like a reservation for 16 for Sat July 31 at 6:30?

    You may need to call :) 775-622-3687

    Gluten free options?

    I didn't see anything explicitly labelled gluten free, but definitely a few options that should be. Small kitchen though, so odds are that there will be some exposure if that's a concern

    Do they have any gluten free beers?

    They have wine, cider and a fully stocked bar.

    What is their phone number? I can't find a web site or a listing anywhere online. Help, please! Thanks!

    775-622-3687

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