New York City German Restaurants
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New York is a true melting pot of people, traditions, and cultures. Little Italy and Chinatown are the most well-known ethnic neighborhoods, but New York is replete with ethnicities that contribute to the culinary scene. German restaurants abound in Manhattan. Some are authentic and traditional whereas others are more like theme restaurants. Regardless, you can find Oktoberfest all year round at New York City's German restaurants. - Established in 1936, Heidelberg Restaurant prides itself on its beer garden atmosphere. The waitstaff dresses in traditional beer-wench garb, which complements the authentic German décor. Menu highlights include wursts of all kinds, potato pancakes, and schnitzels, as well as specialty dishes, complemented by a limited childrens' menu. The beer menu is limited to seven brands, but all are authentic German brews. The Heidelberg is open for lunch and dinner seven days per week, with live music available on Saturday evenings.
Heidelberg Restaurant
1648 Second Avenue
New York, New York 10028
(212) 628-2332
heidelbergrestaurant.com - Lederhosen prides itself on being an authentic German wurst and bierhaus. The décor is typical for a pub, but the menu is all German, including spaetzle, wursts, and many other traditional German as well as some American dishes. "The New York Times" calls Lederhosen a "wurst-filled bit of Bavaria" for good reason. Lederhosen is closed on Monday and open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday. Reservations are suggested.
Lederhosen
39 Grove Street
New York, New York 10014
(212) 206-7691
lederhosennyc.com - Zum Schneider is the quintessential New York City biergarten, offering 12 different German beers on tap and an assortment of Bavarian specialties. This is one of those German restaurants that skirts the themed-restaurant issue and sticks with its German roots. The menu is seasonal, offering up the best in locally produced foods. Dine on wiener schnitzel, schweinebraten, or an authentic sausage platter sporting three varieties of boiled Bavarian sausages. More than 20 German beers are available on tap or in a bottle, and several German and Austrian wines are available. Zum Schneider is open for dinner seven days per week.
Zum Schneider
107 Avenue C @ East 7th Street
New York, New York 10009
(212) 598-1098
zumschneider.com - Blaue Gans is an upscale, sophisticated restaurant serving Austro-German cuisine. This 85-seat restaurant is also home to a vintage art collection available for purchase. The menu includes an assortment of appetizers, sausages, schnitzels, specialties, and sides that have a uniquely American twist. Spring pea soup sits on the menu next to quark cheese ravioli; lake perch is dressed with melted leeks, purple olives, and capers; the beef sirloin schnitzel is topped with lingonberries and cucumber-potato salad. Blaue Gans serves German haute-cuisine at its best, coupled with an extensive wine menu and 12 authentic German beers on tap. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Blaue Gans
139 Duane Street
New York, New York 10013
(212) 240-9557
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