Mandy's Railway Diner in Heidelberg

The taste was also great. I needed to add salt and I prefer a little bit hotter. But maybe salt is just right for you. The atmosphere, the posters was amazing. I have a new place where I could bring my guests and clients confidently. I ate a mega burger, 339 gram meat which is 18.50 Euro. The portion and the price is a match in my opinion. I was hungry and it was big enough to fulfill me. I want to come back to taste the other options and the rib eye steak🥩 P.S. I am a very well eater

This magnificent strawberry waffle with its generous topping of four strawberry quarters costs €11.90. 🥹 Enjoy your meal!

This diner has a great aesthetic and is really something special. The food was always good, especially if you are craving fast food/American style food. The prices are a little high.

Great place! We were there for breakfast and were served very warmly. The food was very tasty, there was something for everyone. We'd love to come back 🫶🏼

Not recommended. Music was way too loud. Burgers too expensive for what they had to offer. And drinks are on the menu at €3.90 and are billed at €5.40. Staff impersonal and bored. Generally not again

You can dine on typical American cuisine here, which is very tasty and sumptuous. Well furnished and waitresses in petticoat outfits ensure the appropriate ambience. Reservations are not possible on weekends. The no-carb burger is recommended

A legend in Heidelberg. You immediately feel like you're in the States. The burgers and the selection of other dishes are good.

Great place with delicious burgers

Super tasty burgers, can only be recommended

Good food and ambiance, but no card payments accepted in 2025. Had to leave the kids alone and go to the ATM. That's why they should get zero stars these days.

The two of us were there on a Monday afternoon. I have to say, I read the bad reviews before writing this review and I can't understand them. The service was friendly, the food was really tasty (we both had burgers with special requests) and the dessert was great - definitely try this waffle! It wasn't the last time I was there. The ambience is suitable for a dinner and the location is unique. And were you able to win as guests?

I had better burgers and fries with cheese. No positive recommendations from me this time. Staff was really nice and helpful. Music and vibes is positive!

Remember this place back when the US base was still here. Very nostalgic seeing it again. Service was great. The staff knows English and the owner is American. Caught the owner putting up more signs, which was awesome.

Friendly staff, good sized portions, yummy food!

Cool diner with good food and very good service.

Food was delicious, staff was nice but unfortunately the men's toilet was a cold draft. Otherwise great spot for a nice dinner.

Highly recommended, good tasty food. The fries were very good. And nice service. The only negative point is that you can only pay in cash

No recommendation. Staff unfriendly and arrogant. It seems like she doesn't want to work. The ambience seems a bit worn out in places and not 100 percent authentic. Requests are not really addressed; on the contrary, they are answered with an unpleasant undertone. I think it's a shame that such staff are allowed to work here.

The food is average. Burger heavy middle. small portions, but expensive. for 12e I expect to eat a burger and not stay hungry. someone will say we also have big burgers on offer. thank you. almost 20e for a burger is excessive. I wouldn't even mind if it tasted amazing, but it doesn't. the only plus in everything is the atmosphere. it can be better!

The nostalgia reminds me of any main street diner in the States. Customer service is wonderful and then the food is amazing. If you like Waffle House or Denny's, this is the place to be!!!

Nice authentic atmosphere, delicious food and nice staff. Unfortunately only cash payment possible

The diner is definitely something special in terms of the ambience/presentation. Inside it's 100% American, that's something. The service was great, the food was sometimes a little overcooked, but only minimal. A visit is definitely recommended.

Very nice location with delicious food and very good service

In any case, people go and sit in the wagon

The food there was very tasty, and as a train lover, the ambience there was just great 😍 The burger was a reasonable size and tasted very good. The staff there was very friendly and nice. One point of criticism and I would like to see a solution found for this: Unfortunately it is not possible to pay by card in the restaurant. I would also like card payment here. We didn't have any cash with us and would have had to drive a little further out to get banknotes at an ATM. In the end, we ordered there via Lieferando, but with an additional charge for each dish. However, we were able to eat on site.

The food was super tasty and a huge portion. Service was okay. Unfortunately, someone always only came to you when you called.

The food was delicious, the portions could have been a little larger.

“Smash Burger” has nothing to do with a smash burger because the meat was neither smashed nor was fresh meat used. Apart from that, 160g of meat for €11.9 and no cheese. 5.40€ for 0.33l Pepsi. So whoever calculated the prices, hats off. Cheesy fries unsalted and no real cheese taste, Halumi sticks taste like nothing but that could also be my fault. All in all, I was extremely angry after the meal because it was a complete disappointment. When the waitress was pointed out about the burger, she didn't really understand what a smash burger actually was. The atmosphere was great, the waitress was nice, but then preferred to go to the Thai restaurant in the passage

I just like the Railway Diner...especially... around Christmas with the cute kitschy decoration...Love it...But more importantly: food 😊 delicious shakes, delicious food, good price/performance ratio... Just try it out! 😊

Mandy's burger leaves a disappointing impression. The waiting time is very long, which makes the visit unpleasant. When the food finally comes, it is lukewarm, which isn't exactly appetizing. The fries are nothing special and in no way justify the price of €4.90. The meat patty definitely seems to have come from the freezer, which further reduces the quality. Overall, Mandy's Burger is overpriced and offers below average quality. In comparison, the two well-known burger chains offer better value for money and do not disappoint. Conclusion: Mandy's burger is not worth recommending. PS: - About 20 minutes of waiting until you received the card, even though the waiter walked past several times. - We also had to actively ask for ketchup. - Waiter didn't seem happy that he didn't get a tip and had to spend change down to the cent. To summarize the service: Changing jobs would certainly not be a bad idea. Positive: The draft beer is good.

Definitely American and it definitely rocks! Quite noticeable from the street for its unique structure, as it is a used railway car repurposed as a restaurant, you will not miss it (also because google maps is accurate :D) Inside it looks like the typical railway car diner with a live kitchen and booths to sit in. The waitresses are lively, fast and efficient. The menu is vast and noticeably American, with a generous spread of different variety as well as portions and sizes. For sure an amazing must visit place, with the insides very interestingly decorated with memorabilia which is distinct Americana. There is period specific groovy music which most Quentin Tarantino fans will immediately recognise. Overall the place comes together extremely well - the decorations, the seating, the music, the menu, all fit well and add to the charm. Toilet facilities are available and there is ample parking at the site. A must visit if you want a slice of America in Germany!

Very nice service, great atmosphere but unfortunately the food was really disappointing. Very small portions for the price, the quality of the burgers (meat, cheese and bun) was poor and the fries tasted like old grease. Unfortunately not recommended at all.

Food good, but how am I supposed to understand that if I can order 'eggs cooked to your choice' then I can't get poached eggs? So flexibility is zero. Too bad. Oh yes, the coffee came almost cold.

Excellent atmosphere of America '50-'60. Pleasant place to sit, typical American menu. Great place with atmosphere.

At the beginning we were asked if there were two of us, to which I answered in a quieter tone. The waitress didn't understand me, and her reaction seemed a bit impatient and annoyed when she asked again. In addition, the food was unfortunately very average. It had hardly any taste or was not very seasoned. The hearty American experience people had hoped for simply wasn't there. It was sad because the ambience was quite appealing, but the quality of the food didn't live up to it.

Unfortunately, the price is not right, chicken wings with run-of-the-mill fries €19.90, no blue cheese dressing, celery stalks. Was the operator ever in the USA? Sour cream is herb quark, the rest is frozen. Nice rocky atmosphere. Beer from wheat glasses? Fast service, unfortunately only cash payment for whatever reason.

In the brunch fast food category a 10/10 The Apollo breakfast is truly the best thing I've ever eaten!

Fun way to spend a meal in Germany With elvis posters and American music I went twice since I stayed at the staycity hotel nearby Affordable and yummy

A great atmosphere down to the last detail!! The burger and fries were fresh and very tasty and the pancake with milkshake was simply good, unfortunately there wasn't enough room in my stomach! It's just a shame that you couldn't pay by card.

It's very cozy, the only negative is that the place is small. There were 8 of us, we were able to reserve seats at separate but adjacent tables, so communication was a bit difficult.

Very nice, you are transported to another time. ❤️

Delicious good food in a great place with kind staff

If you want to feel like you're in America, this is the right place for you; The ambience is great, service is good and so is the food. However, the fries were a bit too raw and not seasoned enough. The New York style hot dog was good and the cheesecake was heavenly, definitely try it!

Very tasty burgers and decent portions. Still, the price is a little higher and definitely not cheap. In any case, you will be full ☺️

Great food and great service. It's simply part of Heidelberg

Great atmosphere, with Christmas decorations everywhere when I visited. The menu has something for every taste. The food is good so far. The service was also satisfactory, although some of the staff are a bit inattentive and prefer to talk to each other. When I was served, it was always very nice.

The place is very cozy, very pretty and with a vintage vibe, however the food leaves too much to be desired for its price. We had the Chickenfilet burger (€14.90) (which was decent) and the Santa Fe burger (€12.9) (which supposedly came with guacamole), as well as some mozarella sticks. The burgers were tiny, the size of the palm of a small hand. The Chickenfilet only had 2 pieces of chicken in it and the Santa Fe came only with avocado (no guacamole!) in addition to very low quality meat. Regarding the mozarella sticks, it can be said that they were standard, but it is better to buy them at REWE or EDEKA, which despite being smaller, have much better sauce. I feel like the place is very nice, but it was completely a disappointment. Regarding the service, the waitress was very friendly, nothing to say.

Incredibly delicious diner! We went to the diner twice in 3 days and tried everything on the menu. We will especially remember the NY-style hot dog, the delicious grilled sandwiches and the shakes. We'd love to come back!

Simply a great place for a culinary short vacation in the USA

2024/11 How wonderful is this? Great location, impeccable service and the burger was great!

Good to eat hamburger or American food.

Too expensive for a frozen burger. Ambience funny. Cash only. Wouldn't go there again

Everything OK. Would love to come back

We were in Heidelberg yesterday as part of a day trip. If you drive from the Schwetzingen exit to Heidelberg City you will pass directly by "Mandy's". Ideal for lunch before visiting the old town. Parking spaces available. Comfortable seating options. Children's chair is also there. Typical American food selection. We had the classic Heidelburger, chili cheese, fries, etc. And then a strawberry milkshake (American sweet!). Everything very tasty! .. and not expensive. The staff (you can watch them being prepared and they sometimes wave) are super friendly and in a very good mood. Note: There is still a real pinball machine towards the toilet. Just like in old times, you got a free spin :-) It was fun!

Best burger, very expensive but simply delicious. Just music very loud

Delicious burgers and very tasty homemade iced tea. Unfortunately, the opening times are too short because people like to eat such delicious Bruger a little later. The best onion rings I've ever eaten.

The ambience is unique, the service is absolutely on point and the "Down Under" burger...excellent. 5 stars, I'll definitely come back.

Very nice staff. Alcoholic drinks exclusively beer. Homemade lemonade is great. It's a shame that the buns are a bit run-of-the-mill, there are better ones out there, complained at a high level.

It was amazing, I felt catapulted to America right in time and in the country. The atmosphere was so nice especially because it was warm, and the kitschy decorations are a must. The food was sumptuous and delicious, I think the price-performance ratio was right, the chef did a great job and the milkshake was a great dessert. It was really a great stay, but... Unfortunately I have to take something away from the service - the staff was a bit inattentive and you could often see them standing around. So there was a little less here, but it was still friendly. Would go there again and again, it would be even nicer if you removed the cash only signs if you thought about accepting card payments😁

Food was quite expensive for what we got. Service is good except that you can only pay in cash. But the ambience is quite nice

Always worth a visit. Are thrilled every time!

Great atmosphere, delicious food, courteous service. Unfortunately, the benches are a bit old and no longer so comfortable, but of course they also have a certain charm.

Authentically furnished, friendly service. However, high prices, especially for drinks and breakfast. Burger meat is frozen, not fresh. The ham on the club sandwich tasted cheap and also too much mayo. And: no card payment.

I have rarely been served so attentively, quickly (ha pun!) and friendly. The team is an absolute force! Gladly more often!

The menu is quite varied and the food is tasty. Very curious place to visit, whether you go for tourism or live there. And as a Spaniard I have to say that the fact that a waitress spoke to me in Spanish impressed me quite a bit.

With a burger price of 12-15 euros, I expect something different. Below average McDonalds quality burger. The fries weren't good either. They tasted like cheap frozen fries from Ja, but at the price where I would expect hand-cut fries. Mayo had to be ordered with it and was also billed for. Overall, I just expect more from a decent diner in this price range. The service was friendly. The ambience was ok, unfortunately the music was so loud that it was very unpleasant. Overall, no recommendation. If you want to eat good burgers there are better restaurants

The location is in an old railway carriage. Everything was decorated in Halloween which looked great. The service was friendly despite the full house. The food tasted excellent. We will come back, promise...

We went there twice after having a very American weekend! Also good Halloween decorations, very nice staff and of course great burgers!

Very great atmosphere, especially at Halloween or Christmas 🎃🧑‍🎄. Decorated with great attention to detail, you always feel comfortable! The food tastes good and so do the milkshakes. I really enjoy coming here 😊. Music is always great too 👍🏻

The patty was bland, fatty and did not taste well. The meat was low quality. In total, not recommended.

The hamburger was absolutely terrible, low- quality meat, rather tough, extremely bland. The glasses smell detergent and the dipped cheddar fries were too fatty and to my surprise absolutely bland!!!!! Slow service!!!

"We had a fantastic morning at Mandy's Railway Diner! The food was simply amazing. We ordered two burgers and there were sweet potato fries, which tasted absolutely amazing. The burgers themselves were also good - juicy and full of flavor. The ambience was breathtaking , especially now at Halloween. The decoration, both outside and in the carriages, was designed with great attention to detail and created a special atmosphere. The service was incredibly friendly and made the morning even more pleasant - we'll come definitely again!"

We had fun! The decoration is extraordinary and there is a lot to discover! The food was delicious and the beer was also tasty 👍

Loved this place! Huge and flavorful burger!

A diner with a real American feeling! The diner is located inside an old train carriage. We were happy to have been there in the fall and were able to admire great Halloween decorations - even inside and out. The selection is huge in diversity and quantity. The club sandwich is a great deal.

Mega cool atmosphere at Halloween time. Beautifully decorated. Otherwise really nice American atmosphere with delicious food.

A really nice American diner with delicious burgers and fries and a chocolate shake ;-) and nice service.

The Heidelburger tastes fantastic.

Just out there. Our waitress was an extremely unfriendly and super rude man. We always pay in dollars and he didn't want to give us that today. And became completely stupid. I won't go there anymore after that experience

After 25 years, it's still the best.

Always an experience and really good food

After all: the ambience is original! Pseudo? Railway carriage 😀Food bad 🥶 & completely overpriced 😱

Have been eating there regularly for over 15 years, always delicious

Great service and the best pancakes around. But the prices are quite high. 10€ for a small salad. Or €13 for a medium-sized burger without any side dish. You have to want it. We'll still come back because it was really tasty.

Great atmosphere burgers and service

Very nice place. Good milkshakes. Food is ok

We just had a drink. You feel like you've been transported back to the 60s. The wagon was furnished with a lot of love for the retro look. Then there was the right music to go with it, perfect.😊

Very friendly service, I was given extra warm milk for my coffee.

Nice team. Delicious food (also vegetarian). However, the insistence on cash payment is outdated. Everyone can do whatever they want, but not offering card payments these days is like chopping firewood before cooking. In any case, it doesn't do much for the authenticity of a diner. We would have liked to eat more, but we didn't have enough cash... What a shame!

Super delicious food with a great selection. The facility is really well done👍🏻

We sat outside and enjoyed the sun! It was tasty and super fresh! Nice atmosphere

The carriage is great, the atmosphere is nice, and the service was also very friendly. The drinks were quite expensive and the food was okay but nothing special.

Cute little spot we just happened on looking for breakfast. I am glad we stopped. The food was good and the atmosphere was great. Fun American style diner. Our waitress was so cute and helpful. Very very nice! Breakfast options were plenty and we found what we wants. Overall fun little diner if you are in the area.

Always a great experience, whether as a couple or with a child. Everyone gets their money's worth in the wagon. The ambience from the 50s/60s is inspiring. The food is always delicious. Service very friendly. 👍👍👍

Unfortunately, it's not at all what it used to be.

As always delicious and great service. But be careful, you can only pay in cash here. 😉

Was expecting 100% all beef burgers for the price we paid (very high for what you got), but it was meat with fillers—don’t know what it was, but it wasn’t good. There were no hot dogs, burgers were on the bigger side, but also very pricey. All day breakfast, Atmosphere was really cool and service was good, but the burgers need to be improved!

Great ambience and delicious food 🍔 top

Super unusual ambience, delicious food, nice service, I can only recommend it!

The food was very good, but the price was rather higher. Sometimes we waited a long time for service to arrive, even though it wasn't too busy (it was definitely already full). If you compare it with 10-15 years ago, you notice that the charm is increasingly being lost.