4.75Bratwurst - One Link on a BunBratwurst is a homemade sausage that's light-colored & mild. Served on a bun w/ some french fries (you can add some ketchup & mustard if you want).
5.50Spaetzel & CheeseSpaetzel are homemade egg noodles. They have a squiggly shape & taste great all by themselves. But this casserole has three different white cheeses in it, too. It’s pretty filling & it's fun to eat!Options:
Toddler siz (e 3.00)
3.50Potato PancakeThis pancake is made w/ grated potatoes, parsley, onion & bread crumbs. It's kinda crunchy on the outside & soft in the middle. Get yours w/ applesauce if you want!
Regular American Food
5.25Chicken Strips w/ FriesThree pretty big strips of white meat chicken & a handful of fries.
4.00Cheese SandwichA good ol' orange cheese sandwich on white bread. It's not too big & it’s really cheesey!
1.95Big Juice or MilkApple, orange, tomato, grapefruit, pineapple or cranberry juiceOptions:
Apple, Orange, Tomato, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Cranberry
Lunch
German Spezialit‰Ten
13.25Bratwurst DinnerOur excellent handmade bratwurst, two links w/ hot german potato salad, carefully seasoned sauerkraut & fresh, homemade rye bread. Polish sausage also available. Ask about current special homemade sausages!Options:
Two links served w/ bread only (9.50)
, Third link (+4.75)
7.50Bratwurst LunchOne link of bratwurst served w/ a small scoop of potato salad & a slice of rye bread.
7.50Bratwurst on a BunOne link of bratwurst served on a bun w/ sauerkraut & a handful of fries.
12.25Wiener Schnitzel (Pork)A lean slice of pork breaded & pan fried, served w/ salad.Options:
Veal (16.00)
10.25Lunch SauerbratenSlices of marinated beef in its own tangy gravy, served w/ spaetzel.Options:
Large (18.50)
6.50Lunch Spaetzel & CheeseA fun casserole of spaetzel noodles, mornay (white cheese) sauce & mozzarella.Options:
Large (9.95)
14.00Pork ShankLarge, meaty shank served w/ real mashed potatoes.
8.00Lunch Deutschburger CasseroleGround beef, onion & mushrooms served over spaetzel & topped w/ mozzarella cheese.Options:
Large (12.25)
6.75Lunch Alsatian CasseroleA simple & satisfying meal! Slices of potato sauerkraut & smoked sausage.Options:
Large (9.95)
8.75Lunch Hungarian GoulashBeef, onions, tomatoes & green peppers deftly spiced yields a tasty & hearty stew.Options:
Large (15.25)
Side Dishes
5.00SpaetzelHomemade egg noodles - as seen on the food network!
4.00Potato PancakeSatisfy your craving for this fried pancake!Options:
Two (7.25)
5.75Ham & Sauerkraut Balls(3)A best-selling appetizer for many years, this blend of ham, cheese & sauerkraut is breaded & deep-fried.
5.00Red CabbageA sweet-sour red cabbage—the best in the twin cities!
5.00Fried CabbageCrunchy, savory white cabbage, bacon & onion.
5.00SauerkrautA traditional favorite, lightly seasoned.
5.25French FriesHand-cut. Real. Good.
Sandwiches and Lunches
9.50Spargel ToastA favorite open faced sandwich! Ham slices & asparagus spears are topped w/ mornay sauce.Options:
Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
9.50Pineapple ToastThis tasty open-faced sandwich features ham, pineapple & melted cheddar cheese.Options:
Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
8.95BurgerOur specially seasoned hamburger is served w/ lettuce, tomato & onion.Options:
Swiss (+0.30)
, Cheddar (+0.30)
, Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
9.25Veggie BurgerA combination of grains, veggies & exotic, yet mild spices. Our own secret recipe!Options:
Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
10.50Bavarian Pork SandwichA fork-and-knife sandwich! Pork & vegetables in a flavorful sauce, w/ swiss cheese melted on top.Options:
Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
Ham & Cheese SandwichOptions:
Half (6.50)
, Whole (9.95)
, Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
Cheese Only SandwichOptions:
Half (5.25)
, Whole (8.75)
, Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
Reuben or RachelA classic corned beef (or turkey, if it's a rachel! ), Swiss cheese & mild sauerkraut on toasted rye sandwich! Served w/ our handmade 1000 island dressing.Options:
Half (8.00)
, Whole (12.95)
, Corned beef, Turkey, Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
10.50Fish & ChipsOptions:
Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
9.50Chicken StripsOptions:
Soup (+2.00)
, Small salad (+2.00)
Soup and Salads
4.25Soup of the Day( Ask your server! )Bowl
4.25Lentil SoupBowl
8.25Lentil Soup w/ SausageA delicious, dark bean soup w/ a sliced polish sausage added. Lentils are one of the super foods!
Black Forest Liver PateA rich, delicious, liver pate made w/ herbs & brandy. Garnished & served w/ rye bread.Options:
Half (7.75)
, Whole (11.75)
10.75Wurst SaladJulienne slices of homemade sausage loaf marinated in vinegar & oil, w/ onions, pimentos & pickles, are served on a bed of lettuce, w/ bread.
7.50Caesar SaladA classic salad w/ garlicky dressing, anchovy & parmesan.Options:
With chicken (+4.75)
, With salmon (+7.00)
7.75Lentil & Spaetzel SaladTossed w/ parsley & tomatoes in a refreshingly tart lemon-olive oil dressing.
6.75Sauerbraten Aspic LunchA rare treat! A cold, rustic terrine served w/ dijon mustard sauce & rye bread.Options:
Large (11.00)
9.50Turkey StripsEnjoy our lightly seasoned, deep fried strips of turkey breast meat, served w/ french fries.
8.25Sautéed MushroomsSliced mushrooms are sautéed w/ garlic & a little wine. A customer favorite!
5.75Ham & Sauerkraut Balls(3)A best-selling appetizer for many years, this blend of ham, cheese & sauerkraut is breaded & deep fried. Served w/ homemade mustard.Options:
Plus one (+2.00)
7.50Onion RingsYou won't believe your eyes when you see these huge, perfectly browned onion rings! A delight of a snack or appetizer.
Potato PancakeComfort food! Grated potatoes are mixed w/ onion & parsley in our recipe. Served w/ applesauce & sour cream.Options:
One (4.00)
, Two (7.25)
Sauerbraten AspicA rare treat! This cold, rustic terrine is chock full of sauerbraten meat & vegetables. Served w/ dijon mustard sauce & rye bread.Options:
Whole (11.00)
, Half (6.75)
Salads
7.75Lentil & Spaetzel SaladLentils & spaetzel, w/ parsley & field greens are tossed in a refreshingly tart, lemon-olive oil dressing.
10.75Wurst SaladA meal’s worth of salad! Julienne slices of homemade sausage loaf, w/ onions & pickles are tossed in vinaigrette & served on a bed of field greens.
5.25Tossed Salad w/ DressingA savory blend of field greens served w/ your choice of dressing (all made here): vinaigrette, herb, bleu cheese, catalina-style french.Options:
Vinaigrette, Herb, Bleu cheese, Catalina-style french
7.50Caesar SaladMade in the classic style w/ romaine lettuce & a garlicky dressing made w/ anchovies & parmesan.Options:
Turkey breast (+4.75)
11.75Herring Salad w/ ToastWine-pickled herring is a centuries-old German favorite. served w/ pickles & onions on a bed of lettuce.
Matjes HerringNorthern European treat! fillets of salt herring, along w/ apples & onions, are served in a rich, creamy sauce. served w/ rye bread.Options:
Whole (11.50)
, Half (7.25)
Side Dishes
5.00German Potato SaladOur tried & true recipe of sliced potatoes, bacon, onion & cider vinegar is the quintessential German side dish!
5.25French FriesHand-cut. Real, good, famous.
5.00SpaetzelAs seen on the food network! Made w/ egg, flour & water, these tiny homemade egg noodles have been a staple on our menu for 40-plus years! Served w/ butter or sauerbraten gravy.Options:
Butter, Sauerbraten gravy
5.00Red CabbageThis sweet-sour red cabbage is the best in the cities! a perfect match to meaty German entrées.
5.00Fried CabbageOur crunchy, flavorful fried white cabbage is seasoned w/ bacon & onion. Made fresh to order!
5.00SauerkrautMay we suggest our lightly seasoned, cooked to mild perfection sauerkraut; a great companion to any meal!
German-European Dinners
Sausages
13.25Bratwurst Dinner(Two Links)Our top seller, year in & year out! Erich makes our bratwurst from scratch, as he has for 45 years. Enjoy, w/ deli rye bread, black forest german potato salad, our mild sauerkraut & homemade mustard.Options:
Two links of bratwurst w/ bread (9.50)
13.25Sausage SamplerOne each of bratwurst, chicken sausage & polish sausage plus homemade mustard, rye bread & a small scoop of potato salad.
24.25Black Forest Inn HausplatteLooking for a combo plate? This is it! A generous sampling of rippchen, bratwurst, polish sausage, red cabbage, sauerkraut, & potato salad. Served w/ a fresh-baked pretzel & homemade mustard.
Very German
17.50Kasseler RippchenLooking for a dairy-free option? this delicious boiled, smoked pork chop is served w/ a seasonal sauce (on the side), German potato salad & our mild sauerkraut.
21.00Hasenpfeffer (as Available)Where else will you find this? traditional German-style locally raised rabbit braised in a piquant, sweet-sour sauce. served w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.
18.50SauerbratenOne of our specialties. We marinate beef tenderloin for several days in a vinegar brine, then it is roasted, sliced & served in its own characteristic gravy w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.
16.00NierenFor both traditionalists & adventurers. Veal kidney pieces sautéed w/ a dash of balsamic vinegar & served in a sour cream brown sauce w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.
Schnitzels
Wiener SchnitzelOur most popular dinner item, this classic german meal is a tender slice of locally sourced veal, pork, or turkey, breaded & pan fried. Served w/ a tossed green salad.Options:
Organic veal(one slice) (17.25)
, Organic veal (two slices) (24.25)
, Pork (one slice) (12.25)
, Pork(two slices) (17.25)
, Turkey (one slice) (14.00)
, Turkey(two slices) (19.75)
23.50Veal Jäger SchnitzelThis hearty "hunter's style" meal includes a thick slice of local organic veal, lightly floured & sautéed w/ mushrooms & served in a creamy brown gravy w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.
Pork Paprika SchnitzelA lean slice of pork served in a bacon, onion, sour cream & paprika sauce. Served w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.Options:
One slice (13.75)
, Two slices (18.95)
21.50Veal GeschnitzeltesThis meal is a great introduction to veal: small lean strips of local, organic veal, quickly sautéed & served in a creamy brown sauce w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.
Traditional German & European
14.00Braised Pork ShankWe take the time to make this right! This large shank is served w/ mashed potatoes & a brown gravy. Meat & potato lover's food.
Gebratene LeberMaybe this is old-fashioned but some things can't be improved! Pan fried organic beef liver & onions. Served w/ french fries.Options:
One slice (11.75)
, Two slices (18.00)
15.25Hungarian GoulashThis meal has a cult following! Paprika (that's the hungarian part) spiced stew w/ beef, tomatoes, onions & peppers served w/ spaetzel. Not too spicy!
21.00StroganoffA truly satisfying european specialty. Beef tenderloin is sautéed w/ mushrooms & onions, & served in a sour cream-brown gravy. Served w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.
Daily Specials
Monday - Thursday
9.95Königsberger KlopsTasty, spiced meatball in a white caper sauce served w/ spaetzel & red cabbage.Options:
Two meatballs (14.75)
Friday
18.00Kalbshaxe BürgerlichLarge, tender veal shank smothered in vegetables & gravy.
14.75Ribs & KrautSpareribs & sauerkraut, just like mutti used to make.
Saturday
15.50Beef RouladenA classic beef roll w/ bacon, carrot, pickle & mustard, served in brown gravy w/ our own spaetzel noodles & red cabbage. Order before we sell out! Options:
Two rolls (24.00)
24.25Veal Cordon BleuTender slices of breaded veal wrapped around ham & swiss cheese & gently sauteed to order. Served w/ a tossed green salad.
Sunday
9.95Cabbage RollA leaf of green cabbage wraps itself around a flavorful meat filling. Served w/ real mashed potatoes. Options:
Two rolls (14.75)
16.75Roast PorkMarinated & roasted to tender perfection, topped w/ its own gravy & served w/ our famous apple dressing & red cabbage.
Sandwiches and Casseroles
8.95HamburgerA big, juicy, grilled burger on a homemade bun. Served w/ lettuce, tomato, mayo & french fries.Options:
Cheeseburger (9.25)
12.95Reuben SandwichBest reuben in town! A big sandwich of corned beef, swiss cheese, & sauerkraut on our own deli rye bread w/ fries. Served w/ handmade thousand island dressing on the side.
12.95Rachel SandwichNew to the menu, but an old favorite! Made w/ turkey for a lighter version of the reuben. Enjoy w/ french fries. Served w/ handmade thousand island dressing on the side.
9.25Veggie BurgerMade from our own recipe, served w/ lettuce, tomato & mayo on a homemade bun w/ french fries.
9.95Alsation Sauerkraut CasseroleA hearty combination of potato, onion, smoked sausage & sauerkraut. Served w/ a brötchen.
9.95Spaetzel & Cheese CasseroleA comforting meal of noodles & three cheeses. Served w/ a brötchen.Options:
Spaetzel, cheese & vegetable casserole (12.00)
12.25Deutschburger CasseroleDeutschburger is made w/ ground beef, onions & mushroom sauce served over spaetzel, rice or mashed potatoes & topped w/ mozzarella cheese. Served w/ a brötchen.
10.50Fish & ChipsChunks of cod are breaded & fried to order. Served w/ malt vinegar & homemade tartar sauce. Our fries can't be beat!
Desserts
6.95Black Forest TorteOur version of schwartzwalder kirschtorte is four layers of chocolate cake w/ cream cheese filling & kirsch-flavored cherries between the layers, topped w/ fresh whipped cream.
6.95Sacher TorteGluten freethis very rich, dark chocolate torte is made in the tradition of the hotel sacher in vienna & its conditors (pastry chefs). In addition to the rich chocolate, flourless cake, it features apricot glaze & a shiny chocolate ganache covering.
6.95Apple StrudelOur best-selling dessert! Sugared & spiced fresh apples, raisins, & sliced almonds are rolled in a crisp, handmade flaky strudel dough. Served w/ fresh pride of main street whipped cream. A black forest inn tradition.
6.95Carrot CakeRich, dense, spicy & filled w/ carrots, raisins, nuts-this cake fills the entire food group pyramid. It is filled & iced w/ cream cheese-butter cream icing.
6.95Devil's Food CakeMoist, dark & rich devils food w/ a buttery cream frosting, this cake was known as wedding cake for years after it was served at the wedding of two black forest employees.
Libations
Signature Cocktails
Our Original Martinis
7.00KrautiniMade w/ steinhäger, a mild german gin, & sauerkraut juice.Options:
Gin, Vodka
7.25PfeffertiniSteinhäger & our own infusion of black pepper vodka.Options:
Gin, Vodka
7.00AppletiniVodka w/ apfelkorn & apple juice.Options:
Gin, Vodka
6.50Apple StrudelBerentzen applekorn is at the base of this drink - it tastes just like strudel!
6.50Angry GermanThe angry german is jägermeister w/ a special kick.
6.50Fiery GermanThe fiery german is jägermeister, spiced up.
6.50Crusty GermanThe crusty german is jägermeister & kümmel.
German Liqueurs
6.50Bärenjäger: Honey Liqueur
5.50Berentzen Appelkorn: Apple Brandy
5.50Berentzen Pear: Pear Brandy
6.00Black Haus: Frozen Blackberry Schnapps
6.00Goldschlager: Cinnamon Schnapps
6.00Jägermeister: Frozen Herbal Liqueur
6.00Edel Kirsch: Black Forest Cherry Liqueur
6.25Kirschwasser: Cherry Brandy
6.00Kümmel: Frozen Caraway Liqueur
6.00Rumplemintz: Frozen Peppermint Schnapps
6.50Schwartz Hog: Premium Frozen Herbal Liqueur
6.25Steinhäger: Frozen German Gin
Cordials
6.50Amaretto Di Saronno
6.25Aquavit
7.50B & B
9.50Chartreuse
7.50Drambuie
6.00Frangelico
8.00Grand Marnier
6.00Sambucca
6.50Tia Maria
Premium Liquors
6.00House Infused Vodkas
6.50Ketel One Vodka
6.75Grey Goose Vodka
6.00Bombay Sapphire Gin
6.50El Jimador Blanco Tequila
9.00El Tesoro Añejo Tequila
Single Malt Whiskey
9.50Red Breast 12 Yr Old Irish Whiskey
10.00Glenmorangie 10 Yr Old Scotch
10.50Macallan 12 Yr Old Scotch
13.00Balvenie 15 Yr Old Scotch
Premium Whiskey
6.50Bullet Rye
7.50Johnny Walker Black Label Scotch
8.00Knob Creek Bourbon
Basil Hayden Bourbon 9.00
Brandy & Cognac
7.00Courvoisier V.S.O.P.
7.25Asbach Uralt
9.50Remy Martin 1738
Wine & Beer
White Wines
Vinho Verde(Portugal) "twin vines" this fun wine from JM fonseca is fresh & effervescent & pleasingly dryOptions:
Glass (5.50)
, Bottle (19.00)
Pinot Grigio (Italy) DryThis crisp, light wine from cavit can't be beat for easy summer drinking.Options:
Glass (6.50)
, Bottle (24.00)
Muscat (Alsace, France) DryThis wine from baron de hoen has juniper aromas, floral flavors & a tart, dry finish.Options:
Glass (6.75)
, Bottle (24.00)
Riesling (Rheingau, Germany) "Leitz Out" 2009This easy drinking, tart-sweet wine from leitz is well balanced & very light bodied.Options:
Glass (7.00)
, Bottle (24.00)
Scheurebe (Nahe, Germany)Nackenheimerthis sour-candy flavor wine from paul anheuser is sweet up front w/ pineapple flavors.Options:
Glass (7.00)
, Bottle (24.00)
Riesling (Mosel, Germany) "Trittenheimer" 2003This viscous wine from grans fassian is sweet w/ light tropical fruit notes & a long finish.\Options:
Glass (7.25)
, Bottle (25.00)
Riesling (Pfalz, Germany)This "halbtrocken" wine from messmer has pear-apricot aroma & flavors up front w/ a dry finish.Options:
Glass (7.25)
, Bottle (30.00)
Silvaner-Riesling (Rheingau, Germany) DryThis very clean wine from august kesseler is almost cooling, w/ a softly fruity finish.Options:
Glass (7.25)
, Bottle (26.00)
Lacrosse Blend (Minnesota) "River Valley White"Lacross, edelweiss & prairie star are mn grapes blended into a sweet-tart & clean wine by crofut.Options:
Glass (8.00)
, Bottle (28.00)
Riesling (Pfalz, Germany) Forster Mariengarten, 2010, KabinettThis classic kabinett from eugen müller is softly sweet, a little tart, & light bodied. Nice finishOptions:
Glass (8.75)
, Bottle (31.00)
Silvaner (Franken, Germany) DryThis dry wine from juliusspital has grapefruit flavors & a soft finish.Options:
Glass (9.25)
, Bottle (33.00)
Riesling (Mosel, Germany) ürziger Würtzgarten, 2007, SpätleseThis fresh wine from alfred merkelbach is a little silky w/ green apple flavors.Options:
Glass (10.00)
, Bottle (35.00)
Riesling (Mosel, Germany) 2007, KabinettThis tart, effervescent wine from selbach-oster has a long, sweet finish.Options:
Glass (10.25)
, Bottle (36.00)
Red Wine
Carmenere (Chile) "120"This medium bodied wine from santa rita is flavorful, a little juicy & lightly dry in the finish.Options:
Glass (6.00)
, Bottle (21.00)
Spätburgunder (Rheingau, Germany)Red wine from germany! This pinot noir from allendorf is a dry, light bodied, full flavored wine.Options:
Glass (7.25)
, Bottle (25.00)
Malbec Blend (Argentina) "Amado Sur"This juicy, complex malbec, bonnarda & syrah blend from trivento has layers of flavor.Options:
Glass (7.50)
, Bottle (26.00)
Cabernet (Chile) "Reserva"This rich wine from mont gras is a dry, full bodied wine w/ dark purple fruit flavors.Options:
Glass (7.75)
, Bottle (27.00)
Dornfelder (Rheinhessen, Germany) NackenheimerThis very dry wine from binz has good structure & a little bit of smokiness.Options:
Glass (8.25)
, Bottle (29.00)
Eiswein(Rheinhessen, germany) bechtheimer rosengarten, riesling, 2004 3 oz glass.The dessert wine from g & m machmer has the distinct flavor of strawberry jam on toast. Yummy!Options:
Glass (9.00)
, Bottle (n/a)
Black Forest Wine (Wisconsin) 3 Oz GlassThis surprising & subtle wine from maiden wines is black cherry wine w/ natural chocolate flavor.Options:
Glass (4.25)
, Bottle (n/a)
Table Wine
Red Table Wine (California)A medium bodied shiraz from rex goliathOptions:
Glass (5.00)
, Carafe (12.00)
7.00Beer SamplersFive 3 oz. Samples of our tap beers, w/ descriptions. Choose dark beers, german beers or lagersOptions:
Dark beers, German beers, Lagers