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.
Pete Paul
Service poor at best. We were left to sit there for quite a while before the waitress broke from her conversation from her friends as they were waking out the door. We ordered a appetizer that came after our dinner was done. My pork schnitzel was horrible, dry, and so thin that a deli slice of cold cuts is thicker which only made it overly dry. I requested a little extra gravy to moisten to meat but was told that'll be extra $6. Very very disappointed, a definite no return place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
William Gates
Excellent food, beer, and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bratwurst Bacabbage and Spaetzeluerwu, Saurbrt, Bavarian Goulash, Sauerbraten Red Cabbage and Spaetzel
Jerry Mailly
Great German restaurant and bar. It's like stepping back in time. Definitely give it a try. Good selection of German beer to try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bratwurst Bacabbage and Spaetzeluerwu
Christopher Freeman
One of the best places in the world. Delicious food, great live music and dancing, fun events, the staff treat you like family, and rooms in the resort are inexpensive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Williamson
Enjoy the the German atmosphere, good entrainment, service was good , enjoy the German potato pancakes,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauerbraten, Sauerbraten Red Cabbage and Spaetzel
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.
George Le Floch
Didn't eat
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Laurie G
Very nice experience. The server was so nice and patient with all our questions. Had the pretzel, bratwurst, bauerwurst, cabbage, spaetzel, potato salad, sauerkraut and potato pancakes with oktoberfest dark beer...mmmmm. The decor and German music set the tone. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauerbraten Red Cabbage and Spaetzel
Delicious food, great German beer, fantastic service. So not miss the plum cake - best around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bavarian Goulash
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.
Lila Johnston
A completely enjoyable experience! Wonderful staff, good food and such a relaxing atmosphere! Will definitely return there!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Richichi
Had GREAT Father's Day dinner with my wife and daughter. Gordie provided the music! He was terrific and his music very soothing. Great time had by the 3 of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe Guastella
An authentic experience from decor to food, drink music and even the outfits of the waitresses! Opening weekend 2023. Glad to see them back!
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.
Service poor at best. We were left to sit there for quite a while before the waitress broke from her conversation from her friends as they were waking out the door. We ordered a appetizer that came after our dinner was done. My pork schnitzel was horrible, dry, and so thin that a deli slice of cold cuts is thicker which only made it overly dry. I requested a little extra gravy to moisten to meat but was told that'll be extra $6. Very very disappointed, a definite no return place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Excellent food, beer, and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bratwurst Bacabbage and Spaetzeluerwu, Saurbrt, Bavarian Goulash, Sauerbraten Red Cabbage and Spaetzel
Great German restaurant and bar. It's like stepping back in time. Definitely give it a try. Good selection of German beer to try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bratwurst Bacabbage and Spaetzeluerwu
One of the best places in the world. Delicious food, great live music and dancing, fun events, the staff treat you like family, and rooms in the resort are inexpensive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Enjoy the the German atmosphere, good entrainment, service was good , enjoy the German potato pancakes,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauerbraten, Sauerbraten Red Cabbage and Spaetzel
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.
Didn't eat
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Very nice experience. The server was so nice and patient with all our questions. Had the pretzel, bratwurst, bauerwurst, cabbage, spaetzel, potato salad, sauerkraut and potato pancakes with oktoberfest dark beer...mmmmm. The decor and German music set the tone. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauerbraten Red Cabbage and Spaetzel
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Delicious food, great German beer, fantastic service. So not miss the plum cake - best around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bavarian Goulash
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.
A completely enjoyable experience! Wonderful staff, good food and such a relaxing atmosphere! Will definitely return there!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had GREAT Father's Day dinner with my wife and daughter. Gordie provided the music! He was terrific and his music very soothing. Great time had by the 3 of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An authentic experience from decor to food, drink music and even the outfits of the waitresses! Opening weekend 2023. Glad to see them back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hungarian Goulash