Restaurant menus in Indiana are pretty diverse, from farm-to-able, to classic bar food, to ethnic places that expose us to new and interesting dishes. In fact, Indiana has quite a selection of German restaurants offering some of the best samples of German cooking. Here are 9 German restaurants in the Hoosier state that will make you feel like you’ve just traveled around the world:
- The Rathskeller - Indianapolis
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Wes N./Yelp The Rathskeller can be found just off Mass Ave in downtown Indianapolis. This stunning building was partially designed by Bernard Vonnegut, grandfather of Indiana author Kurt Vonnegut Jr. This historic building has a beer garden, huge indoor reception area, and plenty of indoor seating options. From schnitzel to bratwurst to great German beer selections, you’ll fall in love with German food at the Rathskeller. Find them at: 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
- Gerst Bavarian Haus - Evansville
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Buck W./Yelp Originally opened by German native William H. Gerst, this delectable German restaurant is all the rave in Evansville. From goulash and sauerbraten to wiener schnitzel and kraut, they’ll offer you a true taste of German life.
Find them at: 2100 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN 47712.
- The Schnitzelbank - Jasper
Martine L./Yelp
Jason B./Yelp This amazing find is located in Jasper, Indiana and offers some of the most authentic German food you’ll uncover in the Midwest. Try their Rueben rolls, potato pancakes, giant pretzels, and German chocolate pie for dessert. Find them at: 393 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546.
- Weiss Gasthaus - South Bend
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Jason H./Yelp You’ll find this outstanding German gem tucked away in South Bend. Be sure to try some authentic rouladen with spaetzle (a German meat dish with egg noodles) with a heaping side of red cabbage. Find them at: 115 N Dixie Way, South Bend, IN 46637
- The Brau Haus - Oldenburg
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Gloria Z./Yelp This delightful restaurant offers most of the traditional German fare you would expect, along with a fully stocked salad bar. Be sure to try their famous sauerkraut balls and German potato salad! Find them at: 22170 Water St, Oldenburg, IN 47036
- German Cafe - French Lick
Kristie W./Yelp
Bert B./Yelp If you’re looking for something different while visiting French Lick, you’ll find a great time awaits you at German Cafe. Sample a bunch of their favorite dishes with combination plates with food items like fried potatoes, German potato salad, German noodles, sausages, goulash, red cabbage, sauerkraut, and much more. Find them at: 452 S Maple St, French Lick, IN 47432.
- The Berg Ale Haus - Huntington
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John S./Yelp This popular Ale Haus combines some of the best of American and German cuisine. While their burgers are excellent, be sure to indulge in some of their German specialties as well; that’s where the food really shines. They also have a huge beer list, making this a great place to hang out for drinks and appetizers. Find them at: 435 Cherry St, Huntington, IN 46750.
- The Bierstube - Terre Haute
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Kim K./Yelp You can’t find German food any better near Terre Haute than at Bierstube. Try their roulades, schnitzel, and German potato salad for a real treat. Find them at: 1724 Lafayette Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47804.
- Edelweiss Restaurant - Indianapolis
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Sandy Z./Yelp With outdoor seating and an amazing menu, Edelweiss is one of the best places for authentic German dishes. You’ll want to check out their Sauerbraten, potato pancakes, pork shoulder, large Bavarian pretzels, potato salad, and stewed apples. Find them at: 8602 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46217
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Wes N./Yelp
The Rathskeller can be found just off Mass Ave in downtown Indianapolis. This stunning building was partially designed by Bernard Vonnegut, grandfather of Indiana author Kurt Vonnegut Jr. This historic building has a beer garden, huge indoor reception area, and plenty of indoor seating options. From schnitzel to bratwurst to great German beer selections, you’ll fall in love with German food at the Rathskeller. Find them at: 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Find them at: 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Melissa B./Yelp
Buck W./Yelp
Originally opened by German native William H. Gerst, this delectable German restaurant is all the rave in Evansville. From goulash and sauerbraten to wiener schnitzel and kraut, they’ll offer you a true taste of German life.
Find them at: 2100 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN 47712.
Find them at: 2100 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN 47712.
Martine L./Yelp
Jason B./Yelp
This amazing find is located in Jasper, Indiana and offers some of the most authentic German food you’ll uncover in the Midwest. Try their Rueben rolls, potato pancakes, giant pretzels, and German chocolate pie for dessert. Find them at: 393 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546.
Find them at: 393 3rd Ave, Jasper, IN 47546.
Christine S./Yelp
Jason H./Yelp
You’ll find this outstanding German gem tucked away in South Bend. Be sure to try some authentic rouladen with spaetzle (a German meat dish with egg noodles) with a heaping side of red cabbage. Find them at: 115 N Dixie Way, South Bend, IN 46637
Find them at: 115 N Dixie Way, South Bend, IN 46637
Jpdrumr/TripAdvisor
Gloria Z./Yelp
This delightful restaurant offers most of the traditional German fare you would expect, along with a fully stocked salad bar. Be sure to try their famous sauerkraut balls and German potato salad! Find them at: 22170 Water St, Oldenburg, IN 47036
Find them at: 22170 Water St, Oldenburg, IN 47036
Kristie W./Yelp
Bert B./Yelp
If you’re looking for something different while visiting French Lick, you’ll find a great time awaits you at German Cafe. Sample a bunch of their favorite dishes with combination plates with food items like fried potatoes, German potato salad, German noodles, sausages, goulash, red cabbage, sauerkraut, and much more. Find them at: 452 S Maple St, French Lick, IN 47432.
Find them at: 452 S Maple St, French Lick, IN 47432.
John S./Yelp
This popular Ale Haus combines some of the best of American and German cuisine. While their burgers are excellent, be sure to indulge in some of their German specialties as well; that’s where the food really shines. They also have a huge beer list, making this a great place to hang out for drinks and appetizers. Find them at: 435 Cherry St, Huntington, IN 46750.
Find them at: 435 Cherry St, Huntington, IN 46750.
OrlandoMouse/TripAdvisor
Kim K./Yelp
You can’t find German food any better near Terre Haute than at Bierstube. Try their roulades, schnitzel, and German potato salad for a real treat. Find them at: 1724 Lafayette Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47804.
Find them at: 1724 Lafayette Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47804.
Bill B./Yelp
Sandy Z./Yelp
With outdoor seating and an amazing menu, Edelweiss is one of the best places for authentic German dishes. You’ll want to check out their Sauerbraten, potato pancakes, pork shoulder, large Bavarian pretzels, potato salad, and stewed apples. Find them at: 8602 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46217
Find them at: 8602 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46217
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