Heidi’s Schnitzel Kitchen

In my travels as a senior I always look for that perfect cooked German food restaurant like my German family and I used to make. Our group found Heidi’s Schnitzel Kitchen In Sarasota Florida. The Menu had all my favorite foods so as a group we orderedred the Gulasch with Spaetzle, Beef Stroganoff with potato balls, Pork Schnitzel with Spaetzle, Schnitzel with Kaese Spaetzle, Potato pancakes with applesauce, chicken Schnitzel, and all the house salads. For dessert the applestrudel and blackforest cake. All the food was phanomenal and way above my expectations. The service super and owner interaction worth coming back as often as possible. Best German food I had in USA in 50 years. My rating definitely a 5.

We love this place! So yummy and great service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bratwurst, Wiener Schnitzel, Potato Pancakes

My husband has been on the hunt for spatzle for as long as we've been together, and we finally found an authentic German restaurant that has it!
Very cozy interior with countless steins and Deutschland memorabilia, like a glimpse into your German grandparents' curio cabinets.

We were seated in less than 2 minutes, and our order was taken quickly by a lovely blonde waitress in a white and pastel pink dirndl dress. We ordered 2 hot tea, Bavarian cheese dip, 2 gulasch (1 with spatzle and side of cucumber salad, 1 with potato dumpling & mashed potato), then dessert (1 chocolate mousse & 1 black forest chocolate cake). Our appetizer was ready in about 7 minutes, which was expected since it was slightly busy with about 9 out of approximately 12 tables occupied with customers.

The live German music from Frank (Fred?), looking dashing in his lederhosen and alpine hat, was a great addition to the ambiance of the place and helped the time pass while waiting for early dinner. Even if it seemed like a small space, there was still enough room to have a private conversation with the live music. I could talk with my husband and still enjoy the singing in the background.

While waiting for the food, I went to use the ladies' room. It was single-occupancy, so I waited for a few minutes. The restroom was clean and well-stocked. My husband said the men's room was clean as well.

Back to the food, the appetizer of Bavarian cheese dip arrived about 7 minutes after ordering, and the pretzels were excellent. The dough was soft and fluffy enough to satisfy that hot pretzel craving. The cheese dip had fried onion or potato pieces, and it was excellent, not overwhelming at all. We each finished 1 pretzel in about 5 minutes!

The entrée of gulasches arrived 15 minutes after the appetizer. We did not know gulasch came with a pad of sour cream, and my husband gave me his since he isn't fond of that, but otherwise, it was delicious! The meat was soft, the potatoes were tasty, and the soup itself was filling. My husband enjoyed his gulasch with spatzle, and I liked how my potato du9mpling turned out.

We saved room for dessert, so we shared the chocolate mousse and black forest chocolate cake. Both were very good. I was expecting more chocolate than whipped cream - now I know to ask for no cream next time. During dessert, we even met Heidi, the owner, who warmly greeted us like we were long-time customers (this is our first visit ?) which was nice.

Overall, the total order was about $108, excluding generous cash tip. We had a good foodie experience and might return when we're in the area again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte Black Forest Cake, Bavarian Cheese Dip, Cucumber Salad

The food was excellent. Heidi and her team went above and beyond. Memorable experience

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Red Cabbage, Cucumber Salad, Wiener Schnitzel, Potato Pancakes, Beef Stroganoff

Best German food in Sarasota. Great beer selection. Waitstaff is amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wiener Schnitzel

Stellar!! Must visit!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

If you're looking for a German restaurant experience with DELICIOUS food, you found your place. Inconspicuously tucked into a small strip of shops & storefronts, it doesn't stand out until you walk in & are immersed in everything German. As anticipated, nothing modern abt this place. Full of old world charm, decor and authentic, traditionally prepared Schnitzel (veal, pork or chicken) with a selection of sauces. Potatoes pancake appetizer was tasty but the main course was the star, followed by a surprise complementary mini dessert delivered by the owner. We had the veal & pork, both great. Potatoes & spatzel delicious & red cabbage to make you want to return. We'll go again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Red Cabbage, Wiener Schnitzel, Potato Pancakes

Fabulous!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I felt so welcomed. Heidi herself visits diners at their table, and brings a lot of fun to the dining experience. The food is as close to authentic German food as one can be with American food supplies.
(I lived 20 yrs in Germany)
The schweinshaxe is worth a trip alone, and make sure you go very hungry.
I had two glasses of wine with dinner.
PS call the restaurant ahead of time if you want to order the schweinshaxe

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Schweinehaxe, Red Cabbage, Cucumber Salad, Wiener Schnitzel Wiener Art

Fantastic!! It was so delicious. See you next time

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The atmosphere, the friendly staff, and the food, combine perfectly to give you an experience you want to have over and over.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Came hungry, left rolling out the door. We had the best experience at Heidi’s! The environment is beautiful, and the restaurant makes you feel at home. Heidi is a delight and wonderful host- she really takes pride in her restaurant and creating an amazing experience.

The food was incredible and authentic. We had the potato pancakes, pretzel, schnitzel, and schweinebraten… somehow we made room for dessert and had the apple strudel. I would give 100 stars if I could. Thank you again Heidi and team!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always the best place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The atmosphere was awesome and authentic to the German heritage. Heidi’s and Penny were Godsends and we truly enjoyed the hospitality and the delicious authentic food! We’re definitely heading back for my wife’s birthday dinner!

We had such a great time, thank you Heidi and staff! The food is delicious and super authentic! We'll be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5