Cozy and charming resort in the Catskills with a fantastic German Restaurant and Bar.
Service: 5
Marvin M.
I have a LOT to say about my stay here at Crystal Brook Mountain Brauhaus Resort. I came here for a solo weekend getaway to explore the Catskills and I would absolutely return here every time. When I checked in with Wendy, I could tell my stay would be very welcoming. She was very friendly and informative as to what the resort offers and she even gave me suggestions for nearby hiking trails. The lounge area is neatly designed, with a piano and photos littered all over the walls. It almost feels as if you're in someone's home. Very cozy.When I got to my room I was a little surprised with how small it was, albeit being exactly what I wanted. This may not suit everyone, so just be sure you understand what you're paying for. It's a bit antiquated with a nice charm and simplicity to it. I had no problems with the setup (especially considering how clean it was) other than having to drink the water from the faucet. Wendy assured me that it was clean and that's the way it is there, and it tastes fine, but I want to just put that out there. The wifi can also be a bit spotty, which personally I didn't care because I was there to get away from it all. But for those of you who absolutely need a strong internet connection, bear that in mind, especially since cellular service can be limited in certain spots out in the mountains.There's a pool nearby available for use, alongside the fantastic Mountain Brauhaus restaurant and some small trails only a walk's distance away. Breakfast is provided every morning from 8 to 10 and the food is cooked per order. You can get as much as you want and best believe I took advantage of that . The food was very tasty and had different offerings each morning to keep it interesting.The restaurant (not included) is the primary dinner offering. It's German styling is wonderful and I really liked that the staff also wear German outfits. I had gotten one of the German beers, their special which was a Rouladen, and a Plum Cake for dessert. The beer was crisp and refreshing. The Rouladen and the Plum Cake were FANTASTIC and I cleaned my plate fully. Portions were very fair. Overall I absolutely loved my stay at Crystal Brook Resort. The only thing that threw me off was the drinking water situation and the iffy WiFi, but even that can be overlooked considering the cost to stay here. I think everything was affordable and proved to be worth every penny. Definitely going to return here when I come back to the Catskills.
Steven B.
Great authentic German food at a great price. Gracious hospitality from Wendy , Ed, & family. This is my happy place !Can't wait till my next visit ..
Pete P.
Overall I was very disappointed. There were 4 of us that decided to try it out since we've tried most of the other German style restaurants within 40 mile radius.First, we ordered the pretzel as a appetizer, we received that after we were done with our meal. The meal itself was nothing fantastic. I had the Schnitzel, it was beat so thin that I probably could get a thicker piece at any store deli, being that it was so thin only made it dry and not at all enjoyable. We also ordered the black Forest cake, again I've never received a thinner piece, you could almost see thru it. The place is very comfortable and I'm sure more enjoyable with the live music that they provide in the evenings. Not a place that I'm eager to return to.
Regina Singel
My family has been coming to “The Catskills” for over 60 years with their friends and families. We LOVE the Hasenkopf family and their resort…and of course The Brauhaus! The food is always delicious whether at the main house or across the street. While the accommodations at the hotel are a bit dated, they have a vintage charm and are clean and comfy. If you’re looking for a place that has an authentic German vibe, look no further! It’s a destination that we look forward to EVERY year. The memories we’ve made here mean so much to our families…especially now that we are getting older. The nostalgia and watching our children love it as much as we do is priceless! Ein Prosit…der Gemütlichkeit!Nearby activities: If you love hiking and spending time outdoors this it THE PLACE TO BE!Food & drinks: The Brauhaus has authentic German food and cuisine! We LOVE IT!
Service: 5
woolleybear73
For great german food in a quaint german bierhouse atmosphere this is the place. On top of a mountain in the catskills you will find a slice of Germany. Staff wear traditional garb. Food is secoond to none. All tasty german beers on tap. Lots to look at. You will think your in the Alps. I just went to the brauhaus cant say anything bout the resort.
Alex I
My Mom and I stayed this past weekend at the Crystal Brook Resort Mountain Brauhaus and had an overall amazing time.The hotel, restaurant and accommodations are situated in a breathtaking and picturesque location within the scenic Catskill Mountains, so the views are second to none.The entire resort is family owned and operated, and they made the experience even better! From the owner, to the restaurant waitstaff and even the breakfast waitresses the service was stellar.The room was rustic, and the beds were very comfortable.The main dining hall and brew house had music both nights (Friday and Saturday) and the atmosphere was fun and the food was superb.Overall I would say our stay was a 10/10 and we definitely plan on coming back in the near future!
Service: 5
Dan Ernst
Great old time charm . Food and brews were great.
J Cadden
Great, family oriented establishment! Simple accommodations, but clean and everything you would want or need. It's very reminiscent of visiting the German or Austrian countryside, which is exactly what we were seeking. Owners are very nice and have a beautiful, traditional hofbrauhaus on the property as well, with dancefloor and live entertainment. Highly recommend visiting the hofbrauhaus. Excellent traditional German food along with more American cuisine. There is a reason we return every year (from NJ, NH, MD, VA, NC, and FL) for a family reunion.
Service: 5
thomasjames77
I stayed here while playing music for a Wedding at nearby resort . I loved the peace and charm of Crystal Brook . A warm welcome from owner Wendy and a fantastic breakfast served in a dining room which takes you back to a time when things seemed simpler. The pool , tavern and perfect grounds all made me want to stay longer... but there will be a next time , I'll be back for sure .
I'm coming back next year and definitely will recommend to family and friends. So friendly. Food was delicious,
Service: 5
Michael Balducci
The decoration and beer was good. The food was disappointing. The goulash didn't have a lot of flavor. My gf ordered a chicken salad and neither of our meals came with much protein. The apple strudel was ok.. It probably would've been better if it had been warmed up before serving us.
Cathy A.
We live near Saratoga and was looking for a German Restaurant for our friends birthday. We decided to take a ride and give it a try. We are so glad that we did. We had a fabulous time. As soon as we walked in, we knew that we had come to the right place. The atmosphere was exactly as we had hoped. It reminded us of a true German beer garden. All of the staff were very friendly, especially our waitress, Patty. Very down to earth and helpful with any questions that we had about the menu. They had a large selection of German beers and we weren't disappointed. All of our meals were absolutely delicious. Two of us ordered the special pork dish with homemade noodles and red cabbage. Our other dinners were the sauerbraten served with potato pancakes and red cabbage and the knockwurst served with homemade noodles and saurkraut. Everything was excellent and the Servings were large but we all cleaned our plates. We finished with coffee and two of their homemade desserts. Again, delicious. A very good band played throughout our meal and definitely added to the ambiance of this wonderful place We will definitely be back again soon before winter rolls around. Just a very enjoyable evening with great food and great people.
James P.
Wiener schnitzel was disappointing. Thrown in deep fryer, no love. Wurst sampler was very tasty. Spatan October beer was fresh and cold. Waitress was very friendly and welcoming. Service was prompt.
Ken Booth
Great German Restaurant with great authentic atmosphere.
Cozy and charming resort in the Catskills with a fantastic German Restaurant and Bar.
Service: 5
I have a LOT to say about my stay here at Crystal Brook Mountain Brauhaus Resort. I came here for a solo weekend getaway to explore the Catskills and I would absolutely return here every time. When I checked in with Wendy, I could tell my stay would be very welcoming. She was very friendly and informative as to what the resort offers and she even gave me suggestions for nearby hiking trails. The lounge area is neatly designed, with a piano and photos littered all over the walls. It almost feels as if you're in someone's home. Very cozy.When I got to my room I was a little surprised with how small it was, albeit being exactly what I wanted. This may not suit everyone, so just be sure you understand what you're paying for. It's a bit antiquated with a nice charm and simplicity to it. I had no problems with the setup (especially considering how clean it was) other than having to drink the water from the faucet. Wendy assured me that it was clean and that's the way it is there, and it tastes fine, but I want to just put that out there. The wifi can also be a bit spotty, which personally I didn't care because I was there to get away from it all. But for those of you who absolutely need a strong internet connection, bear that in mind, especially since cellular service can be limited in certain spots out in the mountains.There's a pool nearby available for use, alongside the fantastic Mountain Brauhaus restaurant and some small trails only a walk's distance away. Breakfast is provided every morning from 8 to 10 and the food is cooked per order. You can get as much as you want and best believe I took advantage of that . The food was very tasty and had different offerings each morning to keep it interesting.The restaurant (not included) is the primary dinner offering. It's German styling is wonderful and I really liked that the staff also wear German outfits. I had gotten one of the German beers, their special which was a Rouladen, and a Plum Cake for dessert. The beer was crisp and refreshing. The Rouladen and the Plum Cake were FANTASTIC and I cleaned my plate fully. Portions were very fair. Overall I absolutely loved my stay at Crystal Brook Resort. The only thing that threw me off was the drinking water situation and the iffy WiFi, but even that can be overlooked considering the cost to stay here. I think everything was affordable and proved to be worth every penny. Definitely going to return here when I come back to the Catskills.
Great authentic German food at a great price. Gracious hospitality from Wendy , Ed, & family. This is my happy place !Can't wait till my next visit ..
Overall I was very disappointed. There were 4 of us that decided to try it out since we've tried most of the other German style restaurants within 40 mile radius.First, we ordered the pretzel as a appetizer, we received that after we were done with our meal. The meal itself was nothing fantastic. I had the Schnitzel, it was beat so thin that I probably could get a thicker piece at any store deli, being that it was so thin only made it dry and not at all enjoyable. We also ordered the black Forest cake, again I've never received a thinner piece, you could almost see thru it. The place is very comfortable and I'm sure more enjoyable with the live music that they provide in the evenings. Not a place that I'm eager to return to.
My family has been coming to “The Catskills” for over 60 years with their friends and families. We LOVE the Hasenkopf family and their resort…and of course The Brauhaus! The food is always delicious whether at the main house or across the street. While the accommodations at the hotel are a bit dated, they have a vintage charm and are clean and comfy. If you’re looking for a place that has an authentic German vibe, look no further! It’s a destination that we look forward to EVERY year. The memories we’ve made here mean so much to our families…especially now that we are getting older. The nostalgia and watching our children love it as much as we do is priceless! Ein Prosit…der Gemütlichkeit!Nearby activities: If you love hiking and spending time outdoors this it THE PLACE TO BE!Food & drinks: The Brauhaus has authentic German food and cuisine! We LOVE IT!
Service: 5
For great german food in a quaint german bierhouse atmosphere this is the place. On top of a mountain in the catskills you will find a slice of Germany. Staff wear traditional garb. Food is secoond to none. All tasty german beers on tap. Lots to look at. You will think your in the Alps. I just went to the brauhaus cant say anything bout the resort.
My Mom and I stayed this past weekend at the Crystal Brook Resort Mountain Brauhaus and had an overall amazing time.The hotel, restaurant and accommodations are situated in a breathtaking and picturesque location within the scenic Catskill Mountains, so the views are second to none.The entire resort is family owned and operated, and they made the experience even better! From the owner, to the restaurant waitstaff and even the breakfast waitresses the service was stellar.The room was rustic, and the beds were very comfortable.The main dining hall and brew house had music both nights (Friday and Saturday) and the atmosphere was fun and the food was superb.Overall I would say our stay was a 10/10 and we definitely plan on coming back in the near future!
Service: 5
Great old time charm . Food and brews were great.
Great, family oriented establishment! Simple accommodations, but clean and everything you would want or need. It's very reminiscent of visiting the German or Austrian countryside, which is exactly what we were seeking. Owners are very nice and have a beautiful, traditional hofbrauhaus on the property as well, with dancefloor and live entertainment. Highly recommend visiting the hofbrauhaus. Excellent traditional German food along with more American cuisine. There is a reason we return every year (from NJ, NH, MD, VA, NC, and FL) for a family reunion.
Service: 5
I stayed here while playing music for a Wedding at nearby resort . I loved the peace and charm of Crystal Brook . A warm welcome from owner Wendy and a fantastic breakfast served in a dining room which takes you back to a time when things seemed simpler. The pool , tavern and perfect grounds all made me want to stay longer... but there will be a next time , I'll be back for sure .
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I'm coming back next year and definitely will recommend to family and friends. So friendly. Food was delicious,
Service: 5
The decoration and beer was good. The food was disappointing. The goulash didn't have a lot of flavor. My gf ordered a chicken salad and neither of our meals came with much protein. The apple strudel was ok.. It probably would've been better if it had been warmed up before serving us.
We live near Saratoga and was looking for a German Restaurant for our friends birthday. We decided to take a ride and give it a try. We are so glad that we did. We had a fabulous time. As soon as we walked in, we knew that we had come to the right place. The atmosphere was exactly as we had hoped. It reminded us of a true German beer garden. All of the staff were very friendly, especially our waitress, Patty. Very down to earth and helpful with any questions that we had about the menu. They had a large selection of German beers and we weren't disappointed. All of our meals were absolutely delicious. Two of us ordered the special pork dish with homemade noodles and red cabbage. Our other dinners were the sauerbraten served with potato pancakes and red cabbage and the knockwurst served with homemade noodles and saurkraut. Everything was excellent and the Servings were large but we all cleaned our plates. We finished with coffee and two of their homemade desserts. Again, delicious. A very good band played throughout our meal and definitely added to the ambiance of this wonderful place We will definitely be back again soon before winter rolls around. Just a very enjoyable evening with great food and great people.
Wiener schnitzel was disappointing. Thrown in deep fryer, no love. Wurst sampler was very tasty. Spatan October beer was fresh and cold. Waitress was very friendly and welcoming. Service was prompt.
Great German Restaurant with great authentic atmosphere.