Mediocre: parking (basically only limited metered on the street) and service (can be painfully slow after ordering although usually friendly when you can wave someone down) Exceptional: cozy/hardy atmosphere and mouth wateringly great food. Been here several times and each time I'm blow away how juicy, crispy, flavorful, or fresh everything tastes. I've never been even remotely disappointed by anything I've ever ordered. It is absolutely on par with the food I ate in Germany so whenever I want a throw back, I come here! I bring everyone here that's interested in quality German food. Price tag is a little hefty but for me, but as an occasional treat, it's well worth it. And the portion sizes are nothing to scoff at so I always feel I got my money's worth. read more

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Located down from the Grove is Wirtshaus. The German place is very good. First, service was good. Second, Great Outdoor seating. Third, Big bar. Last But not Least, REAL GERMAN FOOD. The Jager Schnitzel was wonderful. Crispy, juicy chicken, with that deep, rich, creamy, mushroom sauce! The Red Cabbage gives a great sour/vinegar to cut through the richness/fat. The spatzel was good. The potato pancakes were small, but deliciously crunchy, soft, salty. Loved the applesauce, sour cream and lemon, brightens it up. I also tried my daughter's French fries, great double fried! The flan special was good. Very Sweet. *Overall, you want German, come here* read more

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It may not be October but a fest was sure going down here at this German Beer Garden located in Hollywood. This lively spot features authentic German food and an extensive selection of European beers served in pints, steins, or boots. The atmosphere is welcoming, the dishes are hearty, and the beer is ice cold. It's a great place to enjoy schnitzel, sausages, & steins with friends or just chill on the patio with your fur baby. There are a few tables inside and a large outdoor patio. Our party of twelve were seated in a cozy little corner. I was impressed with the variety of Vegan dishes on the menu - including Schnitzel & sausages. I didn't catch everyone's order but our feast consisted of: Bavarian Pretzel, Jager Schnitzel, Pretzel Schnitzel, Caesar Gem Salad, Beet Burrata Salad, Exotic Sausage Platter, Goulash with homemade Spätzle, a side of seasoned fries, and Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake, Bread Pudding, & Black Forest Lava Cake for dessert. Of course, beers were ordered in addition to Glühwein and sparkling wine für mich. The Bavarian Pretzel was hot out of the oven and served with a side of sweet mustard & house made Obatzda (German Beer Cheese). The Caesar Salad was tasty, the Burrata was so soft & creamy, and the seasoned fries were addicting. Everyone was happy with their selections and the Pretzel Schnitzel was favored over the Jager Schnitzel. The desserts were also lecker (delicious). However, the Black Forest Cake was to die for! The staff were friendly & attentive and checked on us frequently. I would absolutely come back here. *Metered street parking or residential side streets (check signs). read more

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First time coming here. It was a little later in the night and could not figure out where to go. Came here last minute and LOVED it. The staff was so nice and attentive. The female bartender was so sweet and fun to chat with. The food was very tasty. Overall a great experience. read more

I am being generous in giving 4 stars- It's the holidays- my experience merits 3.5. It's a cute little place, decorated cozily for Christmas. We chose to sit inside, only barstool tables were available. If I return, definitely only sitting at a table. Both of us were uncomfortable and there was no place for my handbag except my lap. Service - started out good but after paying I didn't get my receipt printed as requested from the male server who took over. The food So many variations of Schnitzel- traditional, with an Asian, California or Mexican spin, for example. I went with pork and for my two sides choose Garlic Brussels Sprouts and Cucumber Dill Salad. My friend loved the schnitzel as do most reviewers. It was light and crispy but I was not a big fan of the tangy taste. The serving is huge at least. The cucumber salad was good after I added salt. Loved the super garlicky roasted sprouts. Would definitely get that again. Beer and wine prices are good. My friend's half liter beer was $9.50! I think there's a tradition that on your birthday, your beer comes in a huge boot-shaped mug. My friend has been here many times and recommends the pretzel with two dipping sauces. Would consider coming here again if I'm in the area and wanted a drink. I still have never tried spaetzel, either. Metered parking on La Brea or free parking on the side street just north of Wirtshaus, on Oak something street. read more

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Wirtshaus is my favorite German Biergarten in LA! There's plenty of seating indoor and outdoor and the food and beer selection is amazing. They also have other types of drinks for non beer drinkers. I've always gone there without a reservation but, it's always a good idea to make reservations for big parties, especially on the weekends when it gets very busy. The food here is amazing every time I've gone. They have a good selection and portion sizes are big. My go to dish is the Jager Schnitzel but the sausages are amazing too. I'd recommend getting a few items to share so you can try the pretzel as well. Also, it's good to come hungry because each of the dishes included two side dishes of your choice. My favorite side dishes are the mashed potatoes and the spatzle. They are not so delicious but can be a bit heavy. It's also a plus that they have a small parking lot underground. It can be a bit tricky to find but it's there. There's usually some street parking as well. read more

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Environment and service were fantastic. The outdoor seating with lights and sports on was chefs kiss. Our waiters were also attentive and very knowledgeable - he pronounced everything so well! We got some beer (was very light and refreshing), some sausages (tried a beer bratwurst and the special alligator andouille), and the pretzel schnitzel. The sausages were a little too gamey for me, so those weren't my favorite. But we absolutely LOVED the schnitzel! It had cheese and bacon on top and was perfectly breaded. We enjoyed both entrees with 4 delicious sides: mashed potatoes (our fave), egg noodles, fries, sauerkraut. It was a fun place that we'd come to for the schnitzel for sure! read more

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We came here with a big group of family and friends to celebrate a birthday after a pottery class we took nearby. We all had a couple drinks during the pottery class but no one was beyond buzzed. The menu offers a free beer boot for birthdays if the party is greater than 10 people, which ours was. We ordered a birthday boot for the birthday girl but the waitress cut her off before she even ordered her first drink. Everyone else was able to order food and drinks and we stayed to for a while to finish the beers and food we had ordered. The waitress continually hovered around and even took away a beer that we had paid for when she saw the birthday girl taking a sip from her husband's cup. The waitress came by and told our party with an attitude "If I see her take another drink I'm going to kick all of you guys out." Like I mentioned previously, no one was being overly rowdy or loud. That was the final straw for us and we all got up and left after that. The service we received from this restaurant bar was absolutely unacceptable especially given that we were there to celebrate a birthday. What should have been an enjoyable night turned into a disappointing experience thanks to the rude waitress working here. To top it all off, we realized the waitress charged us for TWO boots-- one of which we never received since she cut us off and two kegs even though we had only ordered one. Avoid this place at all costs!! There are so many other bars with better service around. No need to spend your money at an establishment that does not care for their customers. read more

Horrible service. Don't come here with groups greater than 2. Three hostesses were horrible with bad attitude. Tried coming here for a birthday but hostesses were horrible. Poor service. Red Lion Tavern in Silverlake is much better. read more

Fun atmosphere, great food and beers, service was friendly and fast. Will definitely comeback this was first time and I loved it. read more

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Wirstshaus has the best selection of German beer. They have a full bar so you can get whatever you want. We love going there for the food. I love their traditional Bratwurst and their salads. Their Caesar is my favorite. They also make great pretzels. All of their food is good and try the chicken soup. It is tasty. The place is just so cute and it is kept spotless. The bathrooms are always clean and stocked. The service is wonderful. The entire staff is great and they can guide you through the menu. They are fast but they don't rush you. It is just a comfortable place to be. Some nights that have live music which is such fun. I think they have a TV but I avoid it, but I know they show sports. Everything on the menu is great. If you love German food and the best selection of German beer, this is the place for you. read more

Fun German Biergarten that gets very lively in the evenings with a regular crowd who know to reserve a table. They offer a wide array of beers and your typical German food fair. Think schnitzel and pretzels. You can't say no to those two things or your palate needs an inspection. The plethora of courtyard seating and tables along La Brea make this spot a great gathering place for any game day. read more

Wirtshaus - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My wife and I love this place usually, but tonight we ordered Doordash and we were shocked that the normal portion size seems to have been cut in half, while the price is seemingly higher than we remember. The chicken schnitzel always came with 2 pieces, and tonight both of our orders came with 1 so it definitely wasn't a mistake. At the price point that they charge, I just don't think this is the value that it once was. Food was still tasty as always, just the smaller portion size no longer seems worth it. read more

Wirtshaus - Used to get 2 pieces of chicken, now it's only 1 for $27.50 on Doordash. Very disappointing! - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A lot of great things about this place. Customer service , wait time, people cutting on line, is the not so good part. The great beer, food, and pretty good customer service makes up for all of the above. read more

This is my go-to place when I want German food. The irony being that I don't always get typical German food when I go. My usual order is the Geflügel Wurst (chicken sausage with spicy mango and jalapeño), which is flavorful and nicely sweet; mashed potatoes, which are tasty and fluffy; and the fried potatoes with bacon, which are crispy and flavorful, though, admittedly, I do this mostly so I can mix the bacon and fried onions into the mashed potatoes. I also sometimes get the chicken schnitzel, which is also super good. I'd also like to mention that the mustard that comes with the sausage is strong. Like Grey Poupon Dijon mustard strong. They also have a huge selection of beers, fully annotated with the kind of notes you normally see for wine. Plus, as it says on the menu, "All our beers imported from Germany are brewed according to the 'German Beer Purity Law' from 1516." As for the place itself, they have a bar and big tables inside, as well as both big and small tables outside, in both a nice courtyard and on the sidewalk. The place is also clean, the music isn't too loud, and this might sound odd unless you've recent eaten somewhere with weak ones, but the napkins are hearty. Then there's the staff, who are very nice and friendly, as well as helpful when you're trying to figure out which of the dozens of beers you might like. As for parking, there's plenty on the street. The only bummer about this place is that they're only open for lunch on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. read more

Wirtshaus - chicken sausage, mashed potatoes, and fried potatoes - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

When my son asked me what I wanted for Mother's Day, I said "German food!" My grandparents were German immigrants, and my Aunt Emma was, hands down, the best German cook I've ever known. I know what good German food should taste like, but rarely find it. I'd been to Wirtshaus before, and it is as good...or better...than I remembered. Between us, my family ordered bratwurst, spicy beef sausage, chicken sausage, jager schnitzel (pork), elk sausage, weiner schnitzel (chicken), cheese sausage, sauerkraut, red cabbage, fried potatoes, spatzle and cucumber salad. Hubby had a beer, and I had Gluhwein. OMG. SO GOOD! Portions are very large -- we brought at least 1/3 of it home. And the Gluhwein tastes EXACTLY like my family recipe that I make every Christmas. It's even served in a proper Gluhwein mug like the ones I've collected from German and Austrian Christmas markets. Dessert? Apple strudel, of course: crisp and buttery, with perfectly cooked fruit. I won't knock off stars for slow service, as it is clear they are severly understaffed. The staff was hard-working, knowledgable and friendly, and the food was definitely worth waiting for. read more

Came here to celebrate a birthday once I showed up with my friends the energy of the host/waiter was off. Didn't think much of it so continued to order two dishes and one shared plate the food wasn't bad but again the waiter was rude. Waited so long for the check and also the water was dirty with white stuff floating around in it. When the waiter came they pulled out the card reader and I put custom tip with a low tip since it was Bad service. And right after paying It didn't asked if I wanted a receipt but I wanted to leave right away. So my friends and I decide to walk to get ice cream and ten mins later I got a notification on my phone from my bank saying it was a greater amount than what I thought I paid. So I guess they can adjust their tip. read more

The inside venue is small but there is a large space on the outside that is little tucked away from the street. If you come here with a big enough group for your birthday you can get a free boot. Even though the place wasn't that busy, service is kind of mediocre. I got the schnitzel and it was decent. Maybe come here if you want to relive your Octoberfest celebration or your days visiting Bavaria otherwise I would consider other places read more

Wirtshaus - Original Sausage Platter with Brussels sprouts and French fries - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great food and service , recommend to make a Reservation to ensure a table. The staff is very accommodating read more

Incredible chicken schnitzel. The chicken is so tender and flavorful with a light, crispy breading. My relative that lives nearby always orders the chicken schnitzel, and I totally agree with her. It comes with two sides. I loved my garlicky green beans and buttered spaetzle. Perfect!! Loved my meal at Wirsthaus. A+++ read more

Wirtshaus - Chicken Schnitzel - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wirtshaus German Restaurant & Beer Garden is on La Brea and parking can be hard, but you will find something. The place itself is ever so cute with German decor and comfortable seating. It can get crowded. I am not sure if they take reservations. We go on off hours and never have a problem. If you like beer they have an amazing selection and there is fun to be had at the bar. Everyone is very nice. We go for the food. It is great. We love their Jager Schnitzel, which is classic Schnitzel topped with wild mushroom sauce. It is so great. You will think you are in Germany. We also love their Chicken Schnitzel which is breaded. The chicken is so good. They have wonderful sausages and yummy pretzels. The place is kept clean and the service is super so have fun. read more

Had to boost my review to 5 starts. Came here on Saturday and as usual great service, vibe and food. The reason for the added star is when ordering my vegan entree and sides our server asked me if I was vegan...I said yes and he made sure to notate that in the order. When ordering the greens beans he said he'd have them hold the butter and explained the fries are also cooked in cross contaminated oil. Wow...I really appreciated going above and beyond for the customer. People whether you're vegan or not you'll love this place. They can get a bit crowded from time because for one...the food, service and atmosphere and two...they show sports. Free parking in the garage around back. read more

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Definitely Schnitzel heaven (himmel). The fact that there are vegan V/V+ options beyond just potato, beans and sauerkraut on a German menu is a testament to the creativity of this particular chefs creations. If you go earlier in the day, the exotics (deer, snake, rabbit, etc.) are more available, but do tend to run out towards the end of the dinner peak. Rotkohl and sauerkraut are milder versions, so I'm guessing more of the Bavarian style. But given that I eat year-round instead of just in Oktober, I'm pretty happy that there's a decent Deutschkuchen near me without venturing half-way across the Southland just to get a decent full meal, versus just brats and kraut. Friendly service fits the bill and they're right on top of every order. read more

I've been trying to "eat around the world" in la and this place was awesome to count as our Germany pick. The spaetzle was chewy and filling, every sauce was mouthwateringly decadent, and the drinks were fantastic. I tried my first Radler and loved it. If you're in the area, or even if you're not, worth a try for sure. read more

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Recently went to wirtshaus for a trivia night and tried their sausages and beers. The set up is almost exactly the same as wurstkuche in dtla, order your sausages first and then beer hall inside. It's small so it got packed really quickly. They ran out of all the exotic and gourmet sausages when we got there (at 6!) so we only had the more regular sausages (polish, spicy Hungarian, etc). They were good but I had really set my eyes on the rattle snake and rabbit which they ran out of. They had a great selection of beers - lots of Belgian of course. For trivia night, we arrived early and were able to squeeze into a table but if you arrived closer to when the trivia started you might not have been able to get a table. read more

Authentic German food and good selection of beers I am not sure, but I think on the weekends, there is a guy playing accordion. Fun place to go with friends. read more

Fantastic apple strudel baked to perfection. Love the berry sauce that the ice cream was topped with. Fun german bar with great selection of brews. Service was really attentive and nice. Parking is metered street parking. Restrooms are clean it's on the outside by the patio. Will come again to try their other dishes read more

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Disappointing Experience at Wirthaus Despite High Hopes We called Wirthaus at 6:15 PM to ask if we needed a reservation for 7:30. A young woman answered and told us it might get busy, so she took our name to reserve a spot. When we arrived, however, no one could find our reservation in the book. We asked to sit inside since it was a bit chilly, and were led to a table that was essentially a narrow bench against the wall -- already occupied by two people. The only way we could sit was by squeezing in behind them, which was awkward and uninviting. We declined and opted to sit outside near one of the heaters. As soon as we sat down, the heater turned off. We asked the waitress what had happened and reminded her we had asked to sit inside. She questioned whether I was sure I had made a reservation -- as if I had imagined it -- and casually mentioned that she had turned the heater down. This made no sense, as it was clearly out. A few minutes later, another staff member came and replaced the propane tank -- it had simply run out. We ordered two schnitzel plates, drawn by the fact that it was "Schnitzel Month" and they were offering seven varieties. I ordered the veal Jägerschnitzel with German potato salad and garlic Brussels sprouts, along with a German beer. My wife chose the chicken schnitzel with red cabbage and French fries. When the food arrived, it looked nothing like traditional schnitzel -- more like thick, heavily breaded cutlets. My veal was full of fat and sinew, making it tough to chew. The German potato salad was served ice cold (it's supposed to be room temperature), and the Brussels sprouts were bitter -- the garlic had clearly been burnt. My wife's chicken schnitzel was slightly better, but still forgettable. We live in a neighborhood full of great restaurants, so finding a place that's below par is rare. I honestly don't know how Wirthaus has managed to stay open. With so many better options around, we won't be returning. read more

Wirtshaus - The outdoor seating area. - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We went here after dinner for some beers. On the plus side, they had Kostritzer Schwarzbier (which is one of my favorite German beers) and lots of seating both inside and out....on the negative side, the bartender was kind of a beeeeee-atch. I don't know if she was just having a bad night, but seriously, don't take it out on your customers. We left after just 1 beer and went to Bludso's BBQ for some drinks instead, where the bartender was fabulous. read more

Wirtshaus - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My man and I both woke up feeling sick. We ate boar and buffalo sausage, schnitzel cordon blu, cucumber salad, string beans, sauerkraut, potato pancakes and the apple strudel. The service was like a 4/10 and I could of let that go...but we feel like we have boulders in our guts/nauseous. We will not be back. Cross contamination? Who knows. My man has an iron stomach so if he's feeling sick, something happened there. Bummer. read more

We thought that this restaurant would be perfect for Oktoberfest. Sausages were good but the sauerkraut and red cabbage, staples in a german kitchen, were under seasoned and absolutely tasteless. What a disappointment !!! read more

By far the best German beer in LA! The food is good and service is excellent. Any staff you get will help you and give recommendations. The ambiance is also great. Overall, it is a perfect spot if you want to chill with friends or just do a solo dolo. read more

Wirtshaus - Paulaner Oktoberfest - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It's a good place with good for a hangout. Just met a friend there for after work gathering. We tried the schnitzel with fries and salad. Food was delicious and good portion. Service was slow in the beginning but picked up. Drinks was good as well. Would definitely go there again soon. read more

Fabulous food and drink. The service was impressive. I only wish they could improve sharing the outdoor space with the Korean place next door, so parties could get food from either side. read more

Great bratwurst. Authentic taste. Respectable portions. I'll have to come in sometime.

Oh my goodness, what a delicious couple meals I've had from Wirtshaus. I'm not well versed on German food but if this is what it all is, sign me up! All I know is Wirtshaus delivered last night for me. If you're into beer, their biergarten will surely have you covered with a ton of elections. They hooked me in by offering Cordon Bleu! Two nicely rolled, crisp pieces of chicken, ham and cheese baked to perfection. For $22 you'll get quite the filling meal as it does come with two sides. The fried potatoes are great but if you don't get the spätzle, you're ordering wrong. The Spätzle had the tastiest flavor, albeit grease for days. We also had the Chicken Schnitzel meal, nicely breaded and again came with two sides. The chicken schnitzel had two big pieces of meat and was just a fulfilling and satisfying meal. Loved Wirtshaus and will definitely be ordering from them again soon! read more

Wirtshaus - Chicken Schnitzel - German Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've visited Wirsthaus a handful of times over the last couple of years, and time and again, the German restaurant and beer garden delivers a wonderful experience. The first thing to know about this establishment is that its footprint is pretty small. There's stool seating at the bar, a few tables on the inside around the bar, tables outside, and a separate area that can seat a few more parties. If you're going for any other Wirtshaus' events (say the Oktoberfest parties they host every year) I recommend you make a reservation. Most of the evenings I've visited, when they're not having a special event, finding a seat as a walk-in has been pretty easy. If you're a European beer fan or a lover of German food, this is the place for you. There are usually around 17 beers on tap, and you can order them in a pint (16oz), stein (1L), or a boot (2L). There are another 17 available by bottle. I love malty beers, and Wirsthaus delivers with plenty of doppelbocks and ambers. There are also plenty of lagers and pilsners to wet your whistle. I'll be the first to admit that I'm not an aficionado of authentic German cuisine, but I enjoy the food at Wirsthaus thoroughly. They offer a selection of schnitzels and sausages, Goulash, Kasespatzle, burgers, and a host of sides. Everything I've had has been great, but I enjoy the variety of schnitzels the most. I mentioned their Oktoberfest parties a bit in an earlier paragraph, but I have to say that Wirsthaus provides a fantastic atmosphere for the event. Every weekend during Oktoberfest, they bring out accordion players, host stein holding competitions, and the staff dress up in traditional clothing. If you want to be there during primetime, do make a reservation and save yourself from a half hour of standing around hoping that someone misses theirs. read more

The potato pan cakes are the best! Overall good everything. Even the lady who does the trivia she really ties the place together.

Always a hit! Hadn't been in a while and was happy to find the comforting and consistent menu. Some beers switched from draft to bottle but the selection remains great. Had the goulash and the Wiener schnitzel (veal is the way to go) with potatoes and red cabbage. The apple strudel was good but not a typical strudel, more of a flaky pastry. Street parking is usually easy to find even on weekends and the outdoor space is nice (they removed the covered tent which makes it bigger. read more

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Such a wonderful place! Authentic and with German cuisine bar/cafe, beer is fantastic. Reservation is simple and every time you will be sited pretty much easy Atmosphere is somethish mixed American and German. Food is delicious. Ma favorite cordon blew! Will back for another time for sure! read more