Boeckling Club

614 Columbus Ave, Sandusky
(419) 656-8764

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Stephen Terrell

A Feast That Stirs the German Senses

From the moment you step into this historic building—once the home of Cedar Point’s founder, George Boeckling—the air hums with anticipation for something deliciously carnal. There’s an intimate charm to its dark-wood interiors and the freshly sprung biergarten out back, beckoning you into a decadent embrace under the sky.


Brews That Make You Swoon

Selecting from the 375‑year‑old Paulaner Salvator Doppelbock, silky Hefe-Weizen, or the rich Spaten Optimator is like choosing which pleasure to indulge in first. Each sip coats your throat in lustful warmth—chocolate‑caramel notes lingering, promising more.


Sausages That Seduce

Every sausage arrives glazed in dark bier, swollen and piping-hot—with garlic, paprika, smoky hues made for sharing… or devouring solo. The Knackwurst and Bratwurst tease your taste buds, their seasonings whispering tales of rustic German passion. The Hungarian Sausage, spiced and assertive, is a bold lover seizing your senses.


Appetizers That Whisper Naughtily

Start with German pretzels—soft, ribboned in bier cheese—warm and begging to be devoured. Then move on to sauerkraut balls, oozing with piquant intensity, their crisp crust giving way to tender innards kissed by horseradish.


A Feast to Remember

The Deluxe Sampler Platter is the ultimate intimate experience: two appetizers, two sausages, two sides, and a dessert to close the evening in a sultry crescendo. Rich German potato salad, lure‑laden sauerkraut, and rotkohl—each bite a tender caress of flavor.


Atmosphere That Enchants

On Friday nights, the club is set aflame with polka, a flirtatious dance that beckons you from the bar into closer proximity. Under twinkling lights in the biergarten, there’s a playful energy—laughs spiral, glasses chime, and hearts beat faster.


The Host Who Charms

Tom Bodner, founder, chef, and raconteur, moves through the room with sly charisma—sharing spirited stories of German heritage and Cedar Point’s roots. His warmth is intoxicating, forging a connection that turns a meal into a rendezvous.


Final Seduction

The Boeckling Club offers an intimate, nearly erotic dining experience—where sauerkraut, sausages, and steins meld into a teasing ballet of flavor and atmosphere. Whether you’re indulging in the hearty German Plate, the succulent sampler, or simply surrendering to a rich Doppelbock, you’ll leave breathless and full.

Chris Grant

Outstanding sausages, german beer, and very homey feel. Service was very personal and the owner offered a tour after dinner. Do not miss out on dessert!!

Brandon Kelderhouse

Great authentic German food and wonderful owners… super quaint and relaxed atmosphere to enjoy traditional food and beer

Alex DiChiara

Amazing place, the owner was very nice and chatted with us a while and gave some great recommendations of places to visit! A highlight of our trip for sure!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

K Seidl

Very cool building, great owners. Great beer!

fred meggitt

Best authentic German food, great conversation and history stories from Founder - Owner Chef Tom Bodner. If you haven’t been to Germany, no worries, go to The Boeckling Club,.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Schnitzel and Spetzel, Sausage Sampler Plate

Philip Raines

The owner is very outgoing and knows a lot about the city. You can log into your accounts on their TV to catch a game! Go FC Cincinnati!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Schnitzel and Spetzel, German Potato Salad

Amber Hobbs

Wonderful experience! My family of five LOVED the food! The beer was excellent and the owners are friendly and kind! Definitely will go again if we return to the area! Ah-struck by the food!

Vegetarian options: Salads, pretzel, beer ?

Kid-friendliness: My kiddos loved dancing on the dance floor and talking with Tom!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Over Baked Sauerkraut Balts

Kristina Lawyer

Amazing beer, food, prices, building, and owner. Going here was the best part of our trip to Sandusky.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: German Potato Salad

Debra Ray

This was absolutely the worst food EVER. They should stick to the beer. This could be a great venue but the owners cannot be serious with what they're passing off as edible.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Mark Gfell

A work in progress and in their defense we did visit their Oktoberfest on Sat. at 14:00 hrs. They did have a duo playing German/Polish music. We would have stayed later to see if maybe things picked up however we couldn't afford it. There was no cover charge but it cost us $20 for 2 beers and 4 sauerkraut balls. ? (kinda expensive I think.)
I honestly hope things got better as the night went on. PROST ??

Megan Puls

Tom was very gracious and welcomed us in and showed us around the whole building. We sat in the Biergarten and enjoyed a fantastic homemade meal. He’s trying to update hours online but right now he is only closed on Monday and Tuesday. Stop in and enjoy a beer and some schnitzel! Thank you Tom!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Schnitzel and Spetzel

Jeffery Bertram

I ordered the schnitzel, it was very thin but overall my dinner tasted authentic. The beer was definitely the highlight. The building is beautiful and historic. We had a fun time with our friends.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Sausage Sampler Plate

bryan

Went to german market, ate german food and shopped. Like the polka music.

Adly Teoh

Really good German food! We had a sausage sampler plate to try different menu items and had the schnitzel, sauerkraut, two different sausages, and it was all delicious! The curry sauce is also really good. The owner was very friendly and a good host. Will definitely return if we're ever in town again.

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