Hollerbachs German Restaurant

“Great German food and a wonderful staff! The flammkuchen vom Garten appetizer was delicious! It’s a flatbread pizza. I had the Sauerbraten subbing the German potato salad for the spatzle. The roast beef was tender and the gravy was delicious! My wife had the Reuben and loved it. We had the Black Forest cake for dessert. Our waitress was kind and answered all of our questions about the menu.”

“First experience here was absolutely unforgettable. My fiancé and best friend decided to stop in and we were absolutely blown away. I was expecting all the food and drinks to be delicious but Hollerbachs really exceeded my expectations! We had the pleasure of having Cheryl as our waitress and she was SUPERB! I’m not sure if she’ll remember us but we will definitely remember her. She has such a warm personality and she is incredibly attentive, and very very kind. There was live music that was being played as well that really added to the atmosphere as well as the experience. The schnitzel sandwich is to die for! And the Bratwurst is absolutely worth adding to the entree if you want to try. We are 100% going to be regulars and we will 100% be asking for Cheryl. Can’t recommend this place enough! 10/10”

“We had such a wonderful experience at Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in Sanford, FL. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, welcoming, and full of charm. Our waitress was truly exceptional, friendly, attentive, and incredibly patient, especially with our children. I have a lot of respect for places that treat kids well, and she absolutely went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and cared for. The food was delicious and very authentic, with rich flavors that reminded us of traditional German cooking. It was especially meaningful for our family since my husband is part German, and he really enjoyed being able to connect with that side of his heritage through the meal. After dinner, we loved walking through the attached shops. We picked up chocolates, meats, and cheeses to take home, which was such a nice extension of the experience and made the visit feel even more special. Overall, this was more than just a restaurant visit, it was a memorable family experience. We will definitely be coming back again.”

“Hollerbach's is a true and wonderful representation of German culture, sat in the quaint downtown of Sanford. I'm not a huge fan of German cuisine, but even I could appreciate just how good and authentic this place is. Oh, and they have root beer on tap and it is the BEST root beer I have ever had, maybe will ever have except actually in Germany. Their desserts were also fabulous, so I'd come back again literally just for root beer and dessert. The cake? Moist but not overly sweet, so delicate and delicious. My family member who's been to Germany many times was so excited when we were here, and she raved about how much the food reminded her of her travels there, which was high praise. It's got all the charm and fun, and gets super busy because it's the real deal.”

“Authentic German Lunch with Great Service Yesterday we met our friends for our monthly lunch outing, and this time we chose Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in Sanford. It turned out to be a great pick. They seated us in a big, open room — no sound‑absorbing décor, but surprisingly, it never felt loud or echoey. We could talk comfortably the whole time. There’s also a charming little German market next door where you can pick up groceries and specialty items. Our server, Rebecca, made the experience even better. She was upbeat, knowledgeable, and handled our group like a pro. When we told her each couple needed separate checks, she gave a playful wink and said, “I gotcha.” She also made sure to check that I was okay with their unsweetened iced tea having a peach flavor before bringing it out. Small details like that go a long way. I ordered the Jäger Schnitzel, and the flavor was fantastic — rich, savory, and comforting. The only downside was that it wasn’t hot, more on the warm side, as if it had been waiting a bit. Still delicious. My spouse ordered the Sauerbraten, which looked great, though I thought the meat was a little dry even with the gravy. My goulash soup starter, however, was excellent. The place was busy, and I saw people waiting outside, so reservations are definitely a good idea. We all enjoyed our meals and the chance to catch up. Hollerbach’s is now on our list of places to return to for both the food and the German grocery items next door.”