Pretty Authentic... it was a gorgeous afternoon so we mostly sat outside and enjoyed their "beergarten"... until the mosquitos which were a nuisance but our own fault for not bug spraying ourselves... went inside and enjoyed live music...the owner is very funny and tries hard so everyone has a good time... the beers are awesome and the dark ale kicked my husbands rear... would def be back
Review Source:We were looking forward to trying this German restaurant, instead we left very disappointed. Â
I ordered the Rouladen hoping to enjoy a meal my Mom always made (I am German, my parents are German) Â and I have made myself. Â I know what German food looks and tastes like very well having eaten it for close to 50 years.
When it came out it looked pretty good. Â Two rouladen on a plate with red cabbage and spaetzle. Unfortunately that was just a ruse ,what I received were two paper thin pieces of meat with a hint of bacon and pickle and at least a half cup of sliced up onions in each! Â I guess the taste was ok if you like alot of onions. Â NOTHING like what rouladen looks or tastes like AT ALL. Â
My husband's meal and our other two guests meat portions were small. Â They ordered pork dishes. Â The taste was ok. Â Although the spaetzle and red cabbage tasted ok, I believe everyone's food came out warm.
Their beer selection was really good I'll give credit for that. Â Our waitress was pleasant. Â
There is not much of a German atmosphere, what you might think one would be like. Â But when we came in I thought, if the food was delicious as we had read it would make up for the lack of character to the place.
Go if you like, but just remember, the main portion of your dish is not what I consider authentic German. Â Unfortunately it was not worth the trip from St Louis. Â The best part of our evening was the drive back through the backroads of Illinois.
I recently visited Roemer Topf. Â It was a pleasant drive up 158 from Columbia Illinois after coming across the JB Bridge.
The restaurant is located in a sorta odd area, but that being said once you enter you are warmly greeted. Â The waitress wore a traditional German outfit that one might see in a Bier Garten in Muchen. Â
I was with my Mom and sister for lunch. Â My 3.5 star rating is based on the service, food, and $$. Â
I had the Jager Schnitzel - basically a mushroom cream sauce that I felt lacked flavor and really served no purpose to the dish. Â It was a generous portion with spatlze. Â I preferred the sauce on the Rahm schnitzel. Â The schnitzel itself was good and so was the spatlze. Â
The best thing I had was the Bavarian potatoes (extra side) I couldn't resist. Golden potatoes with onions. Â OMG - might be worth the drive for these alone. Â
I ordered dessert, Apfel Strudel - Apple strudel served with ice cream, and whipped cream. Â
There was only one waitress handling about 5 tables so at times it seemed a little slow, but the waitress was pleasant and friendly. Â
It was a bit pricey though, but that was our fault for ordering desserts (that we didn't need).
Took a drive over to Mascoutah for a birthday road trip. Â It was well worth it. Â We were a little worried when we rolled up and there were only a few cars on the parking lot...granted it was a Wednesday afternoon. Â
Cute interior. Â Adorable waitress in authentic dress. Â Nice atmosphere. Â You can tell by the number of tables, indoors and out, that they must be very busy on the weekends and during warm weather.
I had the Rahm Schnitzel and it was delicious. Â I expected a larger cutlet but it was plenty. Â The sauce was flavorful, the pork was tender and crispy, and the spaetzel was yummy. Â
I substituted the German potato salad for the salad and was not disappointed. Â I don't think it was worth the 2.00 up-charge for substitutions though. Â My sister ordered the Bavarian skillet potatoes on the side and she let me try a bite. Â Drat! Â She out ordered me again. Â They were amazing! Â I would give them 5 stars for sure! Â
I ended with the bread pudding and It was just ok. Â I should have figured that out first, at $6.50! Â Truth is, I didn't really need the dessert anyway as I was full!
Overall a great experience, I'd be happy to go back and happy to recommend it to friends.
Spent a good portion of my life in Germany between being a Brat and the AF life and I'm always looking for German restaurants in my travels.  The Roemer Topf I would say is one of the top, but not over the top.  Had the Cordon Bleu w/fries, being pan fried it was delicious however, it had to be one of the smallest I can remember I quite a while.  The service was quick as it can be in German terms (not a bad thing), their accents were a plus.  They do have a good cross section of food from the Deutschland along with the ambiance of memories of sitting in a Gasthaus  in Bitburg, Spangdahlem (stationed there), or Trier. It well deserves a return trip (or two) when I'm back in the area.
Review Source:I have to give this place a five star woohoo because it is TRUE German food.. i haven't had German food in 3 years and when i had the sausage and sauerkraut, mash potato's and gravy took me back to how Germans make and like there food
The Staff here is AMAZING, they have the most amazing German atmosphere and our waitress was German and had the accent and all :)
If you are in the mood for some out of this world amazing food that is different than anyplace around, then take some time to stop by this place and enjoy the evening away.. they also had a band going with good German music and people were up dancing so if you are in the mood to learn a German dance I'm sure someone will teach you..
also its not that big of a place so get here kinda early for dinner i bet they get a good waiting list and when it was busy the service slowed down a bit... it went from not crowded to packed while i was there
I have not had any german food in the Illinois/St. Louis area, but this place is fantastic. Â I love the atmosphere of this place. Â When you drive up it is secluded and has a cute little mountain rustic cabin look from the outside (This place is very wheelchair accesible they have a door for those that cannot walk stairs). Â On the inside there is german flair everywhere and a waitress was even all dressed up in german attire. Â
I had the Jaeger Schnitzel and i thought it was good, it is not the best i've had but i can't complain, the spatezel was as good as it can get.
This place also hosts holiday themed events, over a few days so that it doesn't get to crowded, you can even call ahead and reserve a table. Â
Very kid friendly.
German beers galore, if that is your taste!
When I moved to St. Louis 6 years ago I had yet to find a great German restaurant. I moved over to the Metro East 3 years ago and just found this little Gem. My favorite has always been the Jager Schnitzel which is what I have always tried first. Yum! It's great. Breaded and fried, yet tender pork tenderloin with gravy and mushrooms, served with spatezel (a potato dumpling like an egg noodle).
My husband had the rouladen. He did like it, although it had a little more onions than anything else I have ever had with it before. It was still good though.
Service was excellent and on key before any needs were even there. I also loved the women server's little german outfits. There were quite a few servers that had German accents as well.
As far as a previous review's comment about their selection of beer? Macoutah has a population of 7,000. What do you expect? German food isn't something someone should or could eat every day especially with a population like that. I believe this place is a find, and as long as my gut stays in check I will come to this place anytime my diet gives me a "cheat" day.
I was there for a going away for someone a few weeks back and was intrigued as I had heard a lot about this place by a German guy that works for me. I'll be the first to admit that I am no authority what so ever on German food, so take this for what you will. The hostess/waitress was decked out in what I assume was a traditional Bavarian outfit and very friendly.
Several people recommended the Rahm Schnitzel, but I decided to play it safe and just went with the Wiener Schnitzel. The pork was nice tender and was rather good. I will admit that as I looked around to what everyone else ordered, I wished I had gone with something else as several of the dishes looked very good.
The service was good, the food was good and the prices were not bad. It's a bit out of my way to visit again, but if someone suggested it I would definitely tag along.
Even though I'm part German, my interest in heritage food is minimal. I found myself here as part a small family gathering. The food was average, certainly not worth a special trip.If the pork was sliced any thinner, I would call it shaved. The menu prices reflect no real value for you $. The staff dress in traditional dresses and they provided way above average service. The menu lists four seasonal beers, that, according to one server, are only available in October. Huh?
Review Source:I'd do 3.5 stars if it were an option.
Pro: Friendly, prompt service, nice atmosphere. Great spaetzle!
Con: The mixed veggies that came with meal were sub-par for a $13.95 meal. Mostly brocolli stalks. I wish they offered red cabbage like the previous German restaurant I visited. Â
My wife had sauerbraten which was good, but she has tasted better elsewhere. I'd say the same for my beef roulade.
Overall, good place, and may go again. But then again, I may choose a different German place next time.
Owned by a retired military man and his German wife, I expected a lot from this restaurant and I was delighted by what I found. Authentic and hearty German fare coupled with delicious German beers and a friendly staff make for a very pleasant dining experience in this hidden culinary gem. Mascoutah seems to be an unlikely place for the best German food this side of the Atlantic but a pleasant experience waits for those who make the trip! The food here is as good as anything I had in Germany and my stepmother is a German national and a terrific cook in her own right, so I do know of what I write! I've dined here on several occasions and each dish has been authentic, delicious and piping hot. The service is friendly and efficient and the facility is sparkling clean. I'd drive to Mascoutah any time to eat the Roulade or the Sauerbraten and the Spatzle baked with Swiss Cheese and topped with fried onions was so good I can't even put it into words! Factor in a nice selection of reasonably priced German beers and you have the recipe for success!
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