We always try local German food restaurants when traveling and the reviews for Walderhorn were spot on. Great local restaurant serving authentic German food in a family friendly environment. The menu is diverse without being overwhelming. Our appetizer and entrees were excellent. Would definitely return next time we are in the area. read more

I've found that either a German restaurant has below average or great food. This German restaurant has Great food. I couldn't decide so I got the Sampler. It was almost too much food (just kidding). Everything on my plate was delicious. The price was a very reasonable $20.95. My wife finished half of her tasty Pork Schnitzel. The service was excellent. Our tasty dinners came out of the kitchen in under 5 minutes. The Apple Strudel complimented a great dinner. read more

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Waldhorn is a family favorite of ours, we enjoy the authentic German food and always have a great time there. The cooks know what they are doing here, the desserts are always top tier. It is popular so it can get a bit loud and there can be a wait on weekends, but it's worth it! read more

Food was great, even though somethings were forgot the waiter Aiden was pretty good. We did say a one of the plates given to us was unclean but other than that. We would come back again and try more of the food. As my friends first experience having german food. Atmosphere was great the place is clean although where we sat it was a bit chilly near a vent. I would recommend coming here for yourself & trying the different food options. read more

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How I wish I lived in this city! I would eat here almost all of the time. And Birmingham Alabama is hard to find the good authentic German restaurant but this one had it on all points. Delicious food great service authentic design of the building itself couldn't ask for more. It was just a wonderful experience of everything. The two of us had was delicious. read more

Waldhorn Restaurant - Waldhorn platter with Hofbräuhaus Dunkel - German Near Me - Pineville, North Carolina

Like their buffet and their Oktoberfest celebration! My dad's mom was off the boat from Germany, so he liked German food. I'd take him wherever he wanted to get a German fix! read more

This is the place my husband asks to go for his birthday every year. Something has changed though... better quality ingredients ? Better Chef ? because the night we came on a Thursday the place was packed and the food was fantastic ! I love their wheat beer. The beef stew we started off with was phenomenal ! Very rich with deep flavor. Highly recommend. Our waiter was very good and checked on us often. The veal schnitzel was excellent ! The spaetzle was excellent too ! Our meal was absolutely delicious ! The only thing I was very disappointed in is that they now CHARGE for the pretzle rolls they used to give you for free. It's 50 cents per roll. read more

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Great experience. The service was fantastic. We were seated promptly and our server was polite, attentive and answered all our questions. The food was also great. I decided to go with the Jagerschnitzel. It was super crispy and hot. We will definitely be back. read more

Waldhorn Restaurant - Jagerschnitzel - German Near Me - Pineville, North Carolina

The food was really good here with just a couple of shortcomings. My daughter and I both ordered the Jaegerschnitzel and the cutlet itself was tender and delicious. However I was a bit disappointed in the spaetzle. To me the spaetzle were little more than egg noodles. No real bite to them. Also what's with no bread on the table? This is a German restaurant, and bread is a central component of German cuisine! Wir mussen das Brot haben, ja?! At any rate, what we were given was good and I would readily go back. The waiter could have been a bit more attentive but the decor, especially the outside of the restaurant, makes you feel you are definitely entering a German establishment. read more

Waldhorn Restaurant - Jägerschnitzel. Wo ist das Brot?? - German Near Me - Pineville, North Carolina

Love the Waldron for a relaxing German meal with the family. We had not been here for about 4 years. No wait on a Friday evening at prime dinner time just off the beaten path in Pineville. Started with potato cakes with apple sauce as an appetizer. My youngest daughter got cheese spatzle, my oldest got penne pasta with chicken, my wife got pork schnitzel and I got Schweitzer schnitzel which was pork schnitzel stuffed with ham and Swiss with green bean and spatzel. Everyone enjoyed their meals and my daughters had left overs for lunch the next day. read more

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Waldhorn has single handedly become a staple in our household. My husband and I are huge fans of this restaurant. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, while also being attentive and respectful to the patrons. We especially enjoy the entree specials that are in rotation (Beef Stroganoff is my favorite) and look forward to their posts on their instagram on the weekends. If you do get a chance to go, definitely try the Spaten Oktoberfest and potato pancakes or a giant pretzel read more

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Another amazing experience having dinner at Waldhorn! I had not had the Maultaschensuppe before but it was very good, the schnitzel and the spaetzle is great! I wish NC had more German restaurants like Waldhorn. read more

Waldhorn Restaurant - Lovely exterior and the best German in the Carolinas! - German Near Me - Pineville, North Carolina

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What a gem! Food, ambiance, servers, beers and even price made me feel like I was back in Germany. Our server, Sophia, was very personable and responsive, amazing. The potato pancake appetizer is a must!! read more

It's nice to have different choices without driving all the way to Charlotte. German food and beer is a great choice. The food here is quite good. The people who serve us are enthusiastic and add to the experience.it almost feels like you're in Germany which adds to the fun . Great atmosphere . 5 stars . I'll be back read more

The food, service and ambience is great. I had the goulash soup and jaggersnitzel which were both delicious. Dessert had their home made Black Forest cake. So Yummy. Our waiter Dave was spot on having a great sense of humor making the experience exceptional. read more

Yes! Authentic German food, this place was legit. We lived in Germany for many years and we loved our local cuisine so when we were told to try this place on a whim, my kids were so excited. From the Apfelschörle to the Schnitzel it was delicious. Only complaint, but not enough to dock any stars, is the portion sizes are smaller than what you see in Germany- or at least the kids plate was. My salat was amazing and fresh. It looks like it fell right out of a Munich Hofbrau. It was perfection. I always suggest the potato salad when we lived there and this one is the perfect vinegar flavor. 10/10 read more

A great selection of German beers and cuisine. I wish they has Schweinhaxe but everything we have tried over the years has been well prepared and authentic read more

Waldhorn is an authentic German restaurant that I highly recommend!! Food. Service. Atmosphere. All top notch!!! read more

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We've been to Waldhorn 3X with our grandchildren- 2 & 4yr old toddlers and the staff have always been fabulous. They are superb at getting the kids meals out fast and it's a good selection for them. The atmosphere is always friendly and is a feel good spot. The German food is excellent and assortment of beer is outstanding. I highly recommend it!! W ppl like me lol MM read more

Fantastic food, festive atmosphere, and fine wait staff. AND, family friendly, with the best beer anywhere. We love going there.

We have been told that this is the best German restaurant in the Eastern United States. After eating there, it may be true. Three of us are there yesterday and it was impressive. The server was exemplary, as was the food. This is not the fanciest restaurant in the Charlotte area, but it is very good. The appetizer, our entrees of their sampler, beef stroganoff and a rib eye steak were excellent. We chose three different desserts and each was thoroughly enjoyed. It will take several visits to fully explore the menu. read more

We stopped in a little over a week ago and it is always a treat to visit the Waldhorn when we are in Charlotte! The cuisine, the service, the ambiance all live up to your expectations for a German restaurant. I miss the Sunday brunches; they were AMAZING. read more

Great German food. The server was nice and helped with a lot recommendations. The portion of food was descent and generously flavored. Four of us ordered two appetizers, two entrees, and one dessert. Enough to share. The only disappointment was the dinner roll which was not as fluffy as I thought it would be. However others were tasty! The fried pork and dessert (ice cream with cream) were highly recommended. It was located in a beautiful courtyard which was nice for photos :-) read more

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The food and service were outstanding The Beef, Spatzle, & Red cabbage were awesome We had a large group and were there on business. They treated us like family read more

Waldhorn Restaurant - Sauerbraten & Hoffbra Dunkel - German Near Me - Pineville, North Carolina

This was THE BEST German food we've had since getting back from our trip there last summer! My sister took us when we were visiting them in Fort Mill, and promised we'd love it, and we were not disappointed! First off, get reservations, or arrive early! We arrived and were told it would be an hour+ wait (arrived around 5:15p on a Saturday), so glad we waited! We were seated within about 30mins and the service was fantastic--sorry I didn't catch the waitress' name. Since we'd been waiting we decided to order both appetizers and entrees when we gave her our drink orders, and she did a great job working with the kitchen to pace our apps and entrees, so we weren't rushed. Wine selection was great, and the food--OH MY GOSH!! I'm salivating just thinking of it! For an appetizer my husband and I split the Kartoffelpuffer, which is two potato pancakes w a side of apple sauce ($10.95). You can also request sour cream for additional $1. Then for our entree--since we wanted to try a little of everything--we went with the Waldhorn Sampler ($19.95) which includes pork Wienerschnitzel (breaded and fried pork), one Bratwurst, and Tafelspitz (beef brisket), served with spätzle (German egg noodle, boiled, sometimes fried), red cabbage, brown sauce and horseradish cream sauce. Honestly, I could have licked the plate; everything was ridiculously good! My husband who isn't a foodie, and eats without noticing flavors, etc., commented that the bratwurst was the best he's ever had (huge compliment considering he's from Chicagoland, not far from WI!) Wrapped up the meal w a slice of cheesecake, since I wasn't feeling the apple strudel or Black Forest cake, and it was perfect. We appreciated that at the end of the meal the manager (owner? missed his introduction) came around to make sure we were happy with our meals, and thanked us for coming to their restaurant--what GREAT SERVICE! I told my sister that we definitely want to go back next time we're in for a visit. Thanks for a fantastic dinner, Waldhorn! read more

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Came with the kids and had a great dinner. We have been coming to this restaurant for the last 5 years. The service was excellent and no issues. The owner/manager came out to check on us and to find out if liked the food. The salad was very tasty and fresh. Great beer selection. The food was delicious. We had the sausage dish and sausage sandwich. The desserts We're good. Very satisfied with my visit. read more

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At last I made it here. They were closed for a long stretch during COVID. Then when they reopened it was to drastically reduced hours. Now, they are back! I went on Saturday for lunch when they opened at 1130am. They were already running a wait. I have been looking for traditional Hungarian Goulash and they have it. I last had it in 2017 at a restaurant in Prague. As you might guess, it's hard to find, especially here in the South. You can get a cup or bowl so I got a bowl. I ate one there and then got one 'to go'. A bowl is about 16 ounces. Just enough to leave you wanting more! This is the place for traditional German food and they have all the beers. Even Hofbrahaus on tap! Plenty of free parking! read more

Everything from decor to the German menu was excellent. I'v spent many years in the south and Pfalz area of Deutschland with the Defense Department so I'm very familiar with German Gasthaus standards, the Waldhorn restaurant meets them all. read more

Always a good meal and German experience at the Waldhorn. Have to add characters to make this review acceptable. read more

Learned that you CAN make reservations! Learned that as we sat on a busy Saturday night waiting for a table. It took quite a bit of time and we dreaded the arrival of the table of 6 reservations coming in. Great menu, schnitzels, all three varieties are excellent. You can opt for what comes with the meat, so if you, like me, do not go for red cabbage, ask for something else. Excellent beer selection and they have specials outside of their regular roster of brews. Service is excellent and prices reasonable. read more

My Mother-In-Law chose Waldhorn for her 83 birthday meal. Our server Valeria did an OUTSTANDING job! She was very patient with our party of eight that arrived at three different times, and four of whom are hard of hearing. All the food was excellent! My Mother-In-Law can be a bit persnickety, but even she enjoyed her meal. Also, it's a great touch when the owners come around and check on you throughout your visit. Keep up the great work Waldhorn! read more

Good German food, great beer selection, gracious service, and generous portions. You know you're in the right place for German food when they ask if you'd like you beer in a liter or half-liter size. Wow. Dining area was very spacious and most of the booths are large enough for 6-8 people. There were several large parties in house while we were there. They also had high chairs and kids menu items, and lots of families having dinner. Upstairs seating area was also being used by the time we left, and the view of the dining room below from up there is pretty cool. Schnitzel was good, and had good flavor. Sampler was a great way to try several things - but the red cabbage and the horseradish cream sauce were honestly my favorite things. Spatzle was interesting, delicious and a new one for me. Service was excellent, even as the dining room filled up for dinner service. read more

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Service and ambiance was great. All of the food was what I would expect from German cuisine. I have ate here many times and was never disappointed. read more

I wish I had tried this place sooner. We will definitely be back. Recommend a reservation, although there didn't seem to be a wait Friday at 7pm and if so wasn't long. We ordered 2 apps, 2 meals and dessert. Tons of leftovers. The potato pancakes are a yes! The Jagerschnitzel was my favorite. Huge steins of beer that were refreshing. The Black Forest cake very light fruity and creamy. Service was amazing. Reminded me of my childhood visits to Frankenmuth. Join the beer club, worth it for a free beer, mug, and future discounts, plus support small businesses! Thank you for a great experience. read more

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It was a great place to eat. Food & staff were great. My meal was amazing (Sour-gratin)! It was so tender and delicious read more

Waldhorn Restaurant - German Near Me - Pineville, North Carolina

Atmosphere was as expected. Service was good but could have been faster since it wasn't too busy. The food was delicious though the portions were smaller than they used to be and the prices have gone up! read more

This place has amazing food! Absolutely top notch authentic German. Chicken nadia is delicious. So is the wiener schnitzel! The black forest cake is unique and not too sweet. Its light and soft. Their carrot cake is also amazing. Great selection of beers too. You wont be disappointed! read more

Love the German food! Always been good! My favorite is the sauerbraten and the German potato salad. Though lately (Summer 2025) I think they have changed the recipe somewhat, it used to be way better. But still not too bad! read more

It had been some time since I've been to Waldhorn and it didn't disappoint. We brought someone who was adamant that they didn't enjoy "German-style food". Well after this visit, she thanked me for pushing her to try it! There wasn't any dish we got that she didn't enjoy! This place doesn't overcomplicate traditional delicious German food! If you want authenticity, go here! read more

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We went on a Thursday night and it was not very busy at all but I assume they were pretty understaffed in the kitchen because we waited an hour for our food with no explanation. She did bring out bread a few minutes before our food came out. The food was good but I feel like after that wait it was not extraordinary like I was expecting. The ambiance is welcoming and comfortable. read more