Renate's German Restaurant

7213 Olde Salem Cir, Hanover Park
(630) 855-3596

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Mark Holloway

If you want authentic German food this is the place for you.Everything was Delicious! Owned by a wonderful husband and wife. Had a great conversation with Mike the owner. Will definitely be going back and taking people with me. 😁

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A Star

Dory was fantastic!
If she doesn't get a raise after this, then you all better do something about it. She was fantastic with our group, steadily checking in and keeping the area clear. I apologize for the kids, and thank you wholeheartedly for the patience she had when it came to keeping everyone's order in check.
The food and atmosphere was superb. It took a while, but we had a large group and it was expected. When the food arrived, it was hot and fresh! Couldn't ask for a better wait staff, but I do have 1 suggestion: please add a diaper change station in the bathroom. Otherwise it was an amazing first time dining here to eat some german food.
The cleanliness and decorations were beautiful. There's plenty of parking and open seating. The menu may be small, but the flavors are packed.
What I loved the most-outside of the beer- was the affordability of the food. We'll be coming back, and looking forward to the beer and seeing you again Dory!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

kevin morgan

The food was great!! And the service was great...but they need to work on the entertainment

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alex Chimon

Good was good. They have decent gluten free options for people with celiac and atmosphere felt like a small town German restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

D Town

The food was ok. Our waitress was very good. It's a nice little place inside. My food was a bit over done which made it kinda dry. I had the Rolanadine (beef roll) my friend had the goulash. Her's was much better.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Curtis Park

Renate’s is amazing. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. Owner Renate are very nice. The restaurant is in good condition. Amazing spaetzle. Must come back. 10/10.

Russ Blaisdell

If you love German food this is a great place to eat. Very nice interior and seating. All wood tables. Feels like a German gasthaus.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Linda Long

DORI a front staff employee is the first reason to come to dine here food is the second reason...she makes the dining experience perfect!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christopher Hatten

Truly a rare gem. Kind owners, authentic food, and a pleasant german atmosphere. Outside the store front versus inside is night and day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marcus Bordeaux

I’ll start this off by saying that this was one of the best restaurants I’ve had in a while. The food, decor, and service were wonderful.

The complimentary pretzel buns were amazing. I shared both the sausage platter and pork knuckle with a friend and the portions were very generous. The pork knuckle says it feeds two and it really does mean that.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anonymous Reviewer

GAAAHHHHH! The second I walked into this establishment I wanted to be treated by a nice cold glass of water. Little did I know over the next 29.27 minutes I would be DRIVEN TO INSANITY by the absolute drought that plagued my body. I was ready to CRASH OUT and I siriusly considered drinking from the water vase! I was in tears and when I went up to the counter to ask for water the waitress said snarkily that she was getting to it, be patient. IT TOOK ANOTHER 10 MINUTES!!!! When it finally came I was a shriveled pathetic version of myself. The one saving grace is that the water is good, but you know what they say, thirst is the best seasoning. Icltspmo.. and this wasn’t the only problem with Renates! As a vegetarian, I looked on google maps for the menu and I saw an AMAZING SOUNDING VEGETABLE SKILLET AND EGGPLANT sandwich that ended up not existing because they had made their menu smaller. I ended up having to scrounge for sides to carry me through the car ride home. An abomination of a restaurant!!! I will never, ever, ever, ever be coming back!!!!!!!!!!!! 🥀🥀🥀🪫🪫🪫

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Shahid Osman

Picked up a black rainforest cake. Was not tasty at all. It tasted like it was missing flavor, and a cake from Walmart would be better.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

Kit Wolf

Renate's is located in a strip mall but once inside it has a comfortable feeling. The service was very friendly and courteous. The food was good and the portions were large. Although not a 5 star overall it was worth the drive as authentic German restaurants are far and few between so if you have a taste for German dishes Renate's German Restaurant will satisfy your taste. They do have a large selection of dinners along with sandwiches and desserts. German beer is also served along with non-alcoholic beverages. The dining area was clean and organized and German music was playing giving a festive happy feel. We took home our leftovers and ate looking forward to a German lunch!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Scott

Great Food and Great Service! Liked it when they turned on the German Music! Reminded me of my childhood, all we listened to! Both parents are from Duetshland. . .Keep Up The Good Work!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tony Perotti

Freshly made and great food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Schnitzel, Pretzel Sticks

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