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Soups and salads are perfect. Nice NA beer selection. Try the Erdinger or Bittburger. We also had dessert. Shhh. Don't tell on me.

This is a must TRY. When ever I'm in the area I will always stop and grab a bite. You might experience long lines but the FOOD is worth it!

We have been coming here for 8 years, bragging, bringing business associates, and relatives. Last visit was mediocre, this one was beyond horrible. When we had to wait at least 45 minutes to get your drink, And then another 25 to get your appetizer! Our child meal came 15 minutes after the adults after we had to ask the waitress! Sauerbraten and veal schnitzel were very dry. We were so disappointed after coming here so many years. I think our daughter said it well , “if this was your first time coming, what would you think and would you come back?”.

Speaking with a friend today, reminded me the experience. They made us feel unwelcomed and felt sadly to say, racist with us. We went there back in April on our motorcycle because my husband wanted to really try this place so we took a ride. We are bar people, we hang out and eat at the bar in every establishment we go to. There were 2 bartenders that Sunday, after 20 minutes sitting there, neither one never asked or offered anything. Not even a greeting. But surprise!! Another couple (white) get to the bar next to us and both bartenders run to attend them still not saying anything to us. They noticed us when we got up to leave but by then it was too late and we didnt want to try anything there. Great experience for our first time there.

The only place I know where you can get authentic German food and ambiance!! My oma loves it here!!

Best German food this side of Baden-Baden

One of the best German restaurants in the country! There is nothing bad in the menu. I probably had everything on it, at this point. The schnitzel is fantastic, when paired with red cabbage and potato salad. The atmosphere is second to none! A great time to be had by all!! Family friendly when inside or out on the patio. Service is ALWAYS on point! Highly recommend this cornerstone on Downtown Sanford.

This is my go-to German restaurant! The atmosphere, the food and of course Beer. This is a great place to spend time with either a large group of friends or the family !

Fun, different, not for people watching thier cholesterol 😂 next time I will order something besides sausages I did it to myself

Coral was AMAZING!!! Great food and even greater service!!!

Our server Coral was fantastic. She is on the ball the whole time. The food is top notch as usual.

Everything Awesome. Celebrated my Bday here with friends. Great food, service and unique vibe.

Love the ambiance, food, and the live music. It's family-friendly and highly recommended it for weekend brunches and lunches if you like German food.

We came to Hollerbach’s for dinner and we had a great experience. We ordered a couple rounds of beer along with food, and everything was delicious. The flavors were quite authentic and the portions satisfying. The staff were very friendly and diligent. The ambiance was animated with live music and entertainment.

I've yet to visit Hollerbach's when it's not busy - I don't think it's possible. The food is as authentic as I remember it and the ambiance is great. If you've never visited this place please do yourself a favor - you will not regret it.

We love coming here and enjoying the food and atmosphere.

Be prepared: This place is about loud (at least on Saturday) eating and drinking, not a romantic date night! The food was amazing, and the service excellent.

While Hollerbach’s may not be the best German food you’ve ever had, it’s certainly the best in Central Florida. It’s a large and somewhat echo-y space with sparse decor. It can feel more like you are dining in a VFW hall than a modern restaurant. The food is generally very good and has all of the German staples you might want. Only big miss for me was the apple strudel - some of the worst I’ve ever had. Service was friendly and good with refills as needed. It does scratch the itch when you are craving German food even though it is a far drive from Orlando proper.

The best German restaurant of Central Florida. Live performance, great food, great atmosphere. Definitely recommended.

Very loud and very fun! Food was 10/10

Great German restaurant with a fun atmosphere and multi levels!

If you are looking for German food with a German atmosphere, this is the place. This place is usually busy, mostly crowded and sometimes packed with a waiting line. Today it was just busy and we got a table right away. Our waitress came to the table quickly and got our drink orders. The drinks came quickly. We ordered a Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich, a pork Schnitzel Sandwich, The Reubenstein and 2 of The Famous Willow Tree Chicken Salad Croissants. All came out prepared, cooked and presented nicely. All were tasty and were good portions. After the meal we ordered a Coconut Raspberry Cake as a birthday treat and they included a candle. The bill did not suggest any tip so you calculate a tip however you want. (Which is how it should be done). There was entertainment this afternoon as well, a small German duo (Gemütlichkeit mit Nick und Eckhard) singing typical German festive songs and of course ending with Zicke Zacke Hoi Hoi Hoi.

I loved this place. Harley, our waitress, 1 of a kind person!! So sweet, very professional.

Hollerbach's German Restaurant is a delightful dining experience that brings a touch of Germany to your table. The servers, dressed in traditional German dresses, add a festive and authentic atmosphere to the meal, making the experience even more enjoyable. Before ordering, we explored a charming little art gallery upstairs, which provided a pleasant and engaging activity. It was a unique touch that set the restaurant apart and gave us something to do while waiting. Our server introduced us to an off-menu option—a sample platter of all their sausages for $40. This was a fantastic recommendation, allowing us to taste a variety of flavors. The veal and Cajun sausages were our favorites, standing out for their exceptional taste. Every sausage on the platter was flavorful, making it hard to choose just one favorite. To help us keep track, our server provided a menu with the numbers corresponding to each sausage, so we could remember which ones we enjoyed the most. We even starred our top picks for future reference (which you can reference the photo that we posted). Overall, Hollerbach's German Restaurant offers a unique and enjoyable dining experience with delicious food, attentive service, and a fun atmosphere. We highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy authentic German cuisine in a lively and engaging setting.

Y'all - I LOVE German food and this place did not disappoint. My family and I ate here when we were vacationing in Florida and we loved it. The staff were super friendly, the food was great (even my 10-year-old daughter kept raving about it), and the atmosphere was so fun. It's a bit pricey, but not unusual for German fare.

Fantastic place to take your family or evening alone. Atmosphere is very positive and warm. We have been there several times and yet to have a bad experience. Thank you Hollerbach’s!!

Excellent German food! Very authentic. Great German beers. Check their website for live music times. Definitely worth coming during the live music.

Bar side is way cooler, but solid place regardless

Excellent authentic German restaurant. Great food at reasonable prices. Fun atmosphere and friendly service. Highly recommend 👌

Simply awesome and delicious 😋 food and the service was awesome.

Friendly delicious place for authentic German food.

Great experience, food was fantastic! My boyfriend grew up in Germany and said it's as close as it gets!

Great experience, not just a restaurant! Staff and atmosphere are excellent with amazing authentic food.

Go see Nick!! He plays every weekend

It was amazing, the food was great, but the service was spectacular! Attention to detail, and lovely to my daughter with Celiac disease, I was very pleased all around Thank You 😊 This pictures I added are on a wall nearby the restaurant.

Great place. I’ll definitely be taking my visiting friends here. Very dog friendly outside shaded seating area with lots of fans.

After hearing rave reviews for years we finally made the journey out to Sanford to try Hollerbachs and I honestly don't get the hype. The food was fine, the service was OK, but the atmosphere was a sensory overload hell scape. The live band playing through a blown out sound system that sounds like it is from the 1970s REALLY killed any positive vibes we had going. Maybe we just had a bad experience but I can't imagine volunteering to go back to this restaurant that makes Chuck E Cheese sound like a library.

I absolutely love this place!!! Heaven on earth!!! The food is Excellent!!! The staff are Excellent!!! You won't be disappointed if you love German food!!!! Real Beer for people who love to drink!!!

Very tasty food overall. Great atmosphere. Fun family environment

This is my second time , the food was amazing and the potato pancakes were so delicious 😋.

This was better than I expected. I wasn't sure if I liked German food. I really enjoyed what we ordered. Ruben, schnitzel with the sour cream gravy and red cabbage. I actually really liked the red cabbage. Was really surprised.

I really enjoyed Hollerbach’s!! I was meeting up with some friends who had all lived in Germany at some point, and this restaurant transported me back! Their live music was fantastic and the atmosphere was fun and welcoming. As is tradition, we partook in Das Boot, standing up and taking turns drinking from a large, glass stein shaped like a boot until it was empty. The food was just like it was in Germany, everything tastes great!

Had lunch there today after having not been in a couple of years. Everything was wonderful from service to quality of food. Shout out to Rebecca, our server. She was great ! Personality, attention and service. Thank you !

It was my first time and it was awesome. I loved how interactive it was with everyone and the boot game is hilarious. Absolutely loved this place.

LOVE IT!!!!! I went on a Saturday and they had live music. Food was amazing. I saw ppl on the outside table w their pets and i love them more for it

We are our dinner with our group in the bar area. We could hear the music in the main restaurant but it wasn't as loud. Excellent food and service.

Had a wonderful time for my birthday! Jenn was our waitress. So informative and made us feel at home since it was our first visit. She had great recommendations and she could not have been any nicer!! We will be back for sure!

Eat there often, always love it. Went there at a slow time, sat at bar area. Went for anniversary. Red head bartender totally ignored us as well as others for over 15 minutes. Went to bar and they said oh you want a menu? Here. Sat with menu for another 15 minutes and left. Sad experience.

Great place to meet up, not too loud food delicious, very attentive and polite staff.

Really awesome restaurant. When you just want to go and get good quality german food. Also it's very casual and fun atmosphere. Music drinking cheering. Fun to go with family, friends, or for celebrating occasions. A must stop in sanford, and gem in greater orlando area.

Such great food! My first time trying a German meal and I didn’t know flavors could be combined in such a rich way. The food was delicious. Customer service was great. Price is good. Clean and well kept also.

Delicious food. Best preztel in Central Florida! Couldn't stop eating the cheese spread. Entertainment and atmosphere always fun. Warning it is loud. If you're looking for conversation with friends and family, it will be difficult. Entrees are prices $18 & up, paying for the experience.

Definitely a great authentic experience and the staff was so helpful in determining what I would like based on telling her what I was hungry for! Great job Jennifer! The location made it even better as we were able to take a walk along Lake Monroe after supper.. definitely worth the money and drive from Deltona...

Great local place to eat with indoor or outside seating. The food is authentic German food and the deli they offer is a great way to pick up German food to make at home.

Great food. The red potato salad is delicious. Service was sub par. I only got one refill and definitely needed another. I had to find my waiter and ask after trying to get his attention several times. He walked right passed us over a dozen times and didn't ask us if the food was good, etc. Got my order wrong as well. I ordered potato pancakes and the egg noodles (I forget the German name for them) and when I got my order it didn't have either. I received the red potato salad which ended up being a delicious mistake. And a cucumber salad. When I did finally get a chance to ask the waiter for a refill he made a comment walking away saying "wow I have such a difficult table". Idk if that was towards me asking for a refill or what. Either way, you would think he would've checked in on us at least ONCE.

Authentic food. Staff is attentive, polite, and knowledgeable. Love their reuben and potato salad, only served on the lunch menu.

This place is amazing! The food is incredibly tasty and generously portioned. I love coming here and bringing guests to experience it. It's a fun, friendly, and family-oriented spot.

We had a great time eating and enjoying the chicken croissant with apples. Then we went to the deli bakery then we had our pictures taken on the butterfly wall. It was great! I get together with high school friends.

Absolutely awesome experience! The wait staff was Absolutely incredible and very accommodating with the little ones in our party, the music was fantastic, but the food was alright, it's good if you don't really like salt but the snitzel was suuuuper bland, the meat was high quality and it was perfectly cooked, there was just no seasoning

What an incredible spot! Food, drinks, vibes, and staff all come together to create a beautiful gem of a restaurant and bar. Jager schnitzel is ridiculously good, added some brats on the side that were delicious, especially the mettwurst. We've been twice this week! The first time the wife and I came in and sat at the bar with Nick who made a amazing cocktail made with Jager Cold Brew and garnished chocolate shavings. The second visit we brought some friends and family and met Randi and the (ridiculously good looking) manager Hunter who took excellent care of us. Not to mention the live music that was the cherry on top of one of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had. Thank you so much, we're telling everyone, and we'll be back!

Arrived around 1230pm on a Saturday and seemed like we just missed the rush. Hollerbach was the busiest place downtown and for good reason. Food and beer were excellent. Service was awesome. Food came fast. We sat outside on a hot day but the fans and shade kept us cool.we plan to make it a regular occurrence whenever we pass Sanford.

🍻 This place is EPIC!! 🍻 The food and life music here are really amazing and the portions are huge for the price. It’s awesome seeing full tables try to chug DAS BOOT and the servers are really great about keeping the vibe fun while making sure no one goes overboard. We loved the communal seating and everything we tried on the menu, including the KING’S FEAST!

Authentic German cuisine, felt like I was back in Bavaria again! Large portions and very delicious food! Highly recommend!

A fun experience. We enjoy sitting in the bar area where it is a little less loud but you can still take part in the atmosphere. The chicken schnitzel is amazing. I love it with the rahm. The salad and spatzle are great side options. I do miss the dumplings though. The beer selection is fun. I like the Oktoberfest the most. I would give this place a try if you are looking for an entertaining dinner in Sanford.

It's a legend, what more can you say? Don't miss the show!

Oktoberfest 2 wurst platter with German potato salad and spatzel.

OMG, the food here is better than if you’re actually in Germany.

Bust out your lederhosen get to Hollerbach's!! So much fun and drink!

Their cabbage and vegan wurst are the best. You can bring your pup and sit outside.

This German restaurant is outstanding! The schnitzel is perfectly crispy and flavorful, a true delight. They also offer a wide variety of seasonal beers that complement the food perfectly. Excellent atmosphere and friendly service make it a must visit spot. Highly recommend!

No reservations on weekends! No longer a good place for our large party (11)!!

I love this restaurant. Authentic German food and drink. Servers are friendly and helpful. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Bring Fido!

My favorite German food restaurant in the area. Live music provided was an extra benefit. Roof beer garden open on weekends. Well behaved pets allowed on the outdoor patio. Great service and atmosphere. Wiener Schnitzel is my favorite.

Came here for the Germany soccer games on June 25 and again on Saturday the 29th. Sat at the bar side both times. On Tuesday I sat down and was not acknowledged for several minutes by multiple bartenders. The young lady who eventually waited on me was TERRIFIC! Came back Saturday and waited close to ten minutes for a beer. No one even acknowledged my presence. One bartender told me he’d be right with me after he filled an order. He filled it then walked away. A customer sitting next was also complaining about the service. These guys working on the bar side are not on the same page. I love coming here but the service at the bar side is atrocious. This place has the beer, the food, the atmosphere, but my experiences on the bar side has NOT been good. Go Germany!

Mason was my server and he was so attentive to my friends and I. He was also patient and took the time to explain different ingredients in the dishes and drinks. Chef Oliver was also amazing!

Great atmosphere, food, and friendly service.

We dined on the 2nd floor near the rooftop seating. The ambiance makes you feel like you are in Germany. Mason was an exceptional bartender. He was warm, helpful, and knew the menu inside and out. Chef Oliver was so warm. He came out and greeted us, and brought the dishes to us. Hollerbach’s is always a special experience and this was again, another 10/10 experience!

The upstairs lounge is awesome! Mason and Oliver gave great service and food. Prices very reasonable and I’ll def be back

Very good food, but be prepared to have the gnarliest farts you’ve had in a while afterwards.

Love the german food in this very nice german restaurant. They have gluten free options, for example, the wienerschniztel and bread. Great decoration and atmosphere. Fair prices and great service.

Hollarbach is a delightful German restaurant that perfectly captures the essence of traditional German cuisine and ambiance. Their sausages are simply outstanding, packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with charming decor that makes you feel like you've been transported to a cozy Bavarian tavern. Whether you're enjoying a meal with family or catching up with friends, Hollarbach provides a memorable dining experience that will have you coming back for more.

Great experience! Wish I had taken pictures. Wonderful food. Delightful Polka music (live band that only plays at certain times) and great staff members. I intend to go again and bring others.

Grate place to enjoy some delicious German food on the front side walk and watch the locals go by, try to go there every chance I get.

We sat in the newer addition. It’s quieter and easier to hear. The music side is very fun (usually sit there). I love the German food but decided on the salmon this trip which was excellent. We eat here at least once every time we visit the area and the food is always great.

If you like German food and are anywhere near to the Sanford area, stop by here for lunch or dinner. Absolutely and without doubt - the best German food and beer outside of Munich. You can thank me later. My awesome son and daughter in law took Mr here for Father's Day and we had a great time.

Had a large group. Everything was handled properly and there were no complaints

Best German food around! Authentic and homemade. Great atmosphere! Great band!

Father's Day was a real treat for me. Haven't had authentic German food since I left there in 1978. Bitburger.Pils was an enjoyable find. Will definitely be there again. PS: See if you can souce Binding Romer Pils!!

Good family style and beer drinking restaurant. Lively music with live bands some days.

Great food and fun for the whole family!

Went to watch the Euro opener here so I can’t speak to the actual situation down experience. I had some beer and a pretzel the size of my head.

An excellent experience with marvelous food!

GLUTEN FREE SCHNITZEL! And gravy! We stopped in because I saw another review about gluten free options. It was definitely worth it. We sat in the bar area; Rosanna and Patrick helped us out. Their hospitality is great, personable, and it is a fun and clean atmosphere. We will definitely be back when we are in Downtown Sanford! Thank you for having great food, especially catering to the gluten free community.

Gluten free haven! Worth the visit!

The band playing music was soo loud most of our party left. If the band is playing, eat somewhere else. Music in a restaurant is great but you shouldn't have to yell to your waiter so he can hear your order. It ruined our experience.

My favorite restaurant in the greater Orlando Metropolitan area. I'm from Germany. They cook excellent German food and more! 🍻 The wait staff is amazing, many know my name, and I even bring my German friends here. 🥰

I have been coming to this restaurant for many years. This time the food was not up to its normal standard. Who ever fried the veal did a very poor job. Potato pancakes were stone cold.

Great food and great beer. The live music is fun and the service is always good.

I've been twice in as many months, and it's does not disappoint. I love the food, the atmosphere, the beer selection and the service.

Potatoe salad was a little disappointing bcoz it wasn't what we had in Germany, but the food and service were amazing