Restaurant Alter Keller in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

The food was delicious; of course I had to try the shoulder of pork. Excellent, and the price was perfectly reasonable. Friendly service in traditional costume.

A quaint Franconian restaurant tucked away in a side street. Advance reservations or early arrival are recommended (open in the evenings from around 5:30 p.m.). Service is courteous and prompt, even when the place is full.

Here you'll still find honest cuisine at a fair price in a great atmosphere. The rooms are cozy and nicely furnished. Everything is super clean. We'd definitely love to come back!

Spent two nights here last month. There were two adults and one teen. First off, the room set up was awesome! I requested one queen and one twin bed and we ended up getting a two room suite. So our son had one room and one room for the adults. It’s a little hard if you have heavy luggage as there are only stairs. But you do get an additional key that lets you in/out a separate door so that you don’t have to go through the dining room. We did not eat meals here but they looked and smelled delicious. This place is well situated inside the walled city, only a block away from the entrance road and maybe two-three blocks to the town square. The view was great, we especially liked seeing the birds nest atop one of the other buildings. We frequently saw the birds feeding and nesting. The windows opened up to the street and neighboring buildings. We very much enjoyed our stay here. We walked to/from the train station with our luggage and it was only about a 15 minute, easy walk (aside from the cobblestones on your rolling bags). I’d definitely stay here again. This was our second time visiting Rothenburg.

The manager came and asked me to order drinks, but I couldn't decide until then, so I said sorry and I couldn't decide yet, but his expression immediately hardened... After that, when I tried to decide on a drink and order, he kept passing me by without looking, so I thought he was a little upset....... I was finally able to order a drink after passing by for the 5th time. I ordered food right away, but... After almost an hour, the manager came and said that he couldn't remember what we ordered and asked me to tell him again. I was really shocked, but I thought it would be a waste to tell him, so I gave him my order again. But this time, the food came out pretty quickly. I couldn't believe he didn't remember my order, and on top of that, I confirmed my order late, so the food came out faster than I thought. You wouldn't serve food that was already cooked, right? ㅠㅠ Anyway, I got the food with such difficulty........ The goulash was salty, and the schönfeller was burnt, so it had a texture that was much worse than the haksen. In the end, I couldn't finish my meal and tried to pay, but the manager must have come with an acquaintance, so he went to another table and chatted. I tried to make eye contact with the other server, but he didn't look at me several times, so I asked him loudly for the bill. Only then did he say he understood and didn't give me the bill. After a while, the manager came and I was able to pay. I don't know if they were being racist on purpose, if the system was bad, or if it was both, but the service was terrible, and the food didn't deserve a good review. I know you can't trust Google reviews, but I think it's better not to go if you're not European. ㅠㅠ

Thank you for the excellent food and the fantastic spot on the terrace. Unfortunately, everything was booked the night before, and we found somewhere else. But this evening was very nice for us and our dog. We got a lovely spot by chance and can only confirm the many positive reviews on Tripadvisor. Very friendly service and excellent food. We'd love to come back. Thank you very much!

The restaurant is incredible. Food was excellent, wonderful service. Beautiful location, an excellent place for lunch or dinner while in town. Highly recommend to any traveling through Rothenburg!

Very atmospheric restaurant. Lots of rarities on the walls. Waitresses in national costumes. Delicious food. I recommend it.

Wir haben eine Übernachtung in Rothenburg als Zwischenstop für die Reise nach Bayern genutzt. Eine tolles Essen und leckeres Bier. Sehr nette Bedienung und ruhige Lage, abseits des Trubel. Wir können es nur weiterempfehlen.

Very nice restaurant with outdoor area - very friendly service - very clever - and very tasty food - also flexible changing side dishes

The waiters were arrogant and rude. It is completely overrated. You may find yourself humiliated by the waiters.

Went here for dinner. Service was good even though it was packed (Pentecost). The local dishes were delicious and plentiful.

If you're looking for the charm of a well-maintained old building in the heart of a medieval town, this is the perfect place. The decor is rustic and quaint. If you're looking for something cool, functional, and modern, this isn't the place for you. The hotel owners and staff are very accommodating. We booked the most important meal of the day (breakfast), and it was simply perfect and we felt at home. The only downside is that, due to the location in a romantic side street, there are no on-site parking options. However, the hotel offers affordable options outside the city walls, a 10- to 15-minute walk away. We'd love to stay there again if the opportunity arises 😀

Romantic hotel in the old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The room was quite large and clean. The staff was always friendly and accommodating. Breakfast could only be booked at the hotel for €10 per day. If you dine in the restaurant, you absolutely have to try the regional cuisine. It was excellent!

Today we had dinner and drinks in this super nice restaurant, the service is very friendly. We got it as a tip from a good friend who also lives in Rothenburg and has a shop (the top photographer Alexander Möller !!!)

Ate at the restaurant. Really amazing food. Great atmosphere. Portions were insane and quality was unparalleled. Would recommend anyone in the area to go here. We had the most perfect final evening to our holiday.

Very friendly service, delicious food, highly recommended. We had a Franconian shoulder of pork and a pork knuckle was incredibly delicious.

Wir waren relativ pünktlich am Alten Keller. Ein Tisch für 5 Personen hat trotzdem geklappt. Wir hatten Zeit bis 19:30 Uhr. Das hat gut gereicht. Getränke kamen flott und das Essen war lecker. Dazu eine sehr nette Bedienung . Klare Empfehlung .

We had steak and gulasch, which were both incredibly good. The staff are very fast, friendly and attentive.

Really nice place in the old part of Rothenburg. Often very busy. We hadn't booked a table, but were then placed at the "stam tisch" together with an English and a Dutch couple (3 real kingdoms :-) ). Really nice to meet other travelers that way. Good German food, filling and delicious. Busy but good service

The food was delicious and the inn is very quaint. My only recommendation: it's best to make a reservation in advance.

Ate at the restaurant (didn’t know it was a hotel until now) it’s the best bavarian food I’ve ever had. It’s super authentic german food and I am surprised such small town has such high quality restaurants. Server lady speaks good English and was very kind. Place was packed but they cooked fast and good. We will definitely come to rothenburg again just to eat here again.

Authentic Franconian / Bavarian atmosphere with all of the deliciousness you’d expect from the moment you walk in the door and are greeted by the wonderful aromas of pork schnitzel, pork shoulder, beef goulash over hearty bread dumplings or the steak of the day, expertly grilled by chef Marcus, along with his wife Miriam who runs a well-oiled operation that excels at service, quality and value. There is no better place in town for traditional food and excellent Munich draft beer.

Small negative point, the mirror above the sink hangs at navel height for me.

Very delicious food! Amazing service!

Mega delicious food and friendly staff.

Great atmosphere, fantastic food, and marvelous service! Loved the strudel!

Lekker en goed eten vooral als van een stukje vlees houdt. Bediening was vriendelijk . Reserveren is eigenlijk een must. Wij hadden geluk dat er net een tafeltje voor 2 vrij was.

Didnt stay in the hotel, just ate in the restaurant. Slammed with only 2 servers, but they covered it with speed and grace. Food was top notch and the decor is old like the rest of the town. Highly reccommend.

Very nice and quaint hotel. The service is excellent. And then the food. We had a beautifully prepared Franconian Schäufle, it was really tasty and the other dishes looked very good. If you stay at the hotel and arrive by car, be careful, you are only allowed to park for 5 minutes to check in. The city has very motivated police officers, but the hotel staff are also quick to help you if things get serious with the police officers.

Locale ben posizionato in zona tranquilla del centro paese. Ceniamo all'interno e godiamo dell' atmosfera tipicamente bavarese. Personale molto gentile, siamo serviti da una signora in abiti tipici. I piatti, cucina tedesca, ottimamente preparati. Sapori bilanciati, giusti di sale, cotti alla perfezione e decisamente abbondanti. Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Una piacevole serata.

Very tasty food and nice service, we would love to come back

Wir waren heute mit der Familie zum Abendessen da und haben die Burger der Wochenkarte gegessen. Einfach genial! Super leckerer Doppeldecker Burger mit ausreichend Käse, Soße und sonstigen Extras. Dazu noch Curley Fries und wir waren pappsatt und zufrieden. Dazu noch wirklich schneller und freundlicher Service. Was will man mehr :) Jederzeit wieder….absolut empfehlenswert!!!

Super delicious food. Friendly service. Reservation is recommended. Gladly again

Un ristorante per turisti, è vero, ma i piatti sono cucinati a dovere, le porzioni generose, il personale gentile, l'ambiente caldo, accogliente e il conto sensato. Non posso che consigliarlo!

One of the old fashion, local spots ... Nothing against. Big portions, reasonably, but average quality of food. So, if are you looking for typical local food in hundreds years old building - take it.

We were in Rottenburg for three nights and our best meal was here. The service was great, prices reasonable and the food was very good. Sausages, beef goulash, and spaetzle w/ chicken were delicious. And, they will take a credit card (we found that wasn't true at all restaurants!).

Very nice and rustic restaurant. Very nicely and rustically furnished. The food is a dream and you are treated very nicely and warmly. Thank you very much :)

The service was great! The waitress was super friendly, she really made an effort and only recommended the best to us. The food was phenomenal, super tasty and came very quickly. We are very satisfied and would visit the store again. Definitely recommended ☺️ and the prices are okay too.

Everything very rich, a very good and very pleasant atmosphere. The portions were very good and I highly recommend the goulash dish. The truth is that the price ratio is worth it, the food is authentic German. The staff was attentive and fast.

Que local espectacular!! O interior do restaurante é muito lindo, apesar de ser pequeno e ter-se de esperar, pois enche com poucos clientes. A comida é muito saborosa… o bife é maravilhoso !! Um local inesquecível!!!

Beautiful rooms in the middle of Rothenburg. The house has an excellent kitchen. The goulash is incredibly good.

Fantastic atmosphere!! Food was absolutely incredible!!!! Service was awesome....our server gave great recommendations. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Great restaurant. We arrived shortly after opening and got a table. 10 minutes later all tables were occupied. So either make a reservation or be there on time. The plates are well filled. Everyone will be full there. Price-performance is absolutely fair and the employees are very friendly and patient :) Gladly again.

Restaurant is very presented in older German style. Service great. Food was very tasty. Price is okay. Portions are large, so be careful when ordering for children and women :)

Service and food were excellent. I read in other reviews that I would need a reservation. I went shortly after opening (5:45) and was given a table right away. Soon after the place was packed. Delicious onion soup and a pork dish with sauerkraut and dumplings hit the spot. Cool interior of the restaurant.

A very big recommendation if you want to eat out in Rothenburg! The restaurant is beautifully and authentically decorated with rustic charm. The food was fantastic and the portions were very large. The service was very friendly and the atmosphere was great. We would love to come back!

Super good food and very quaint

I can highly recommend the Alter Keller restaurant. The condition is friendly and fast. The prices are normal. The Dry Aged Ribeye is VERY DELICIOUS.

Beautiful restaurant with excellent food! Excellent service too! Highly recommended!

Nice hotel and restaurant in a perfect central location. The restaurant is always fully booked in the evenings, so reservations are recommended. The kitchen offers the usual local dishes, the highlight being dry-aged steak. The rooms are simple and nice, be careful, keep your head down! The breakfast could be better.

Delicious German food!! Amazing service with friendly staff… highly recommend eating here, but make sure you make a reservation in advance

Good food! Traditional German. Wonderful atmosphere! Be sure to get the apple strudel with ice cream!

I ordered gulash and roasted pork knuckle. The portion was very large and delicious. The service attitude was also very good.

Super nice little hotel right in the heart of Rothenburg, very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were super clean, we had number 5 under the roof, everything was crooked and crooked there and that's exactly what makes it so charming. I love such unique accommodations with old building charm, anyone can do a hotel bunker. Very lovingly furnished and decorated. There are towels and shampoo dispensers provided, the only thing I missed was a kettle in the room for tea. The breakfast is plentiful and has a lot of choice, everything you could want. We also ate there in the evening, it was delicious and really plentiful. We felt very comfortable there, would book there again in a heartbeat and can recommend it with a clear conscience!

Definitely recommended. The Schäufele was a hit. Super friendly service, great!

Don’t know the hotel, but the restaurant is really good. Kartoffel Suppe and Schwein Axe incredible. Staff super friendly and nice!

Nice service and great ambience. High prices and I didn't like the quality of the Schäufele, no proper crust and the meat wasn't tender. Sauce was good.

We went there for lunch and were thrilled with the food, the location, and the very friendly and professional service!

We tried to eat in the restaurant and the persons were so rude and sarcastic, they were doing the cleaning so I kindly asked at what time will open and she answered very rude and sarcastic “Please seat”, so I was seating and then she scream “Can’t you see we are cleaning?” Laughing in very bad way. Very bad service, no way of treating a client. And very awful person.

We went without a reservation and were a bit lucky to get in after only a few minutes of waiting. The pub is located in a nice building. Inside it's cozy and nice. Only the lady who served us was like a robot. No smiles, not much help in choosing dishes. Sad. The food was tasty though, portions were the right size. The beer from Bavaria was tasty.

Located in the middle of the old town and beautifully rustic! Very good food at a super fair price! Reservation recommended!

Had a wonderful meal with some traditional dishes along with the perfect steaks! Service was super quick and the atmosphere was perfect for our dinner in Rothenburg o.t.

This is a restaurant where the mushroom cream schnitzel is delicious. It came with French fries and they also gave me mayonnaise and ketchup sauce. The staff was friendly and the food came out quickly.

Very very tasty food. All the dishes were excellent and the service was friendly and in a good mood. The food was on the table in no time and was freshly prepared. The schnitzels were to die for!

We've eaten here on prior trips but once again confirmed how great this restaurant is. the staff is friendly and helpful but you definitely need a reservation (even make it earlier on the same day you want to dine). The food is authentically, traditional German fare and it is fantastic. Cozy atmosphere for a great meal.

A wonderful place to dine. Delicious food, friendly staff.

Absolute recommendation! We came here spontaneously after the Christmas market and wanted something to eat. The landlady briefly informed us that there was currently no space available, but that a larger party had not yet arrived. We should wait outside. After 5 minutes she came out and assigned us a seat... we thought it was great, at least enough other guests had come too. Food (schnitzel and Scheiffele) were great. Service always attentive and friendly. We can only recommend the Old Cellar

Make reservations or get there early. We enjoyed sitting at a communal table. The other couple helped us order (great suggestions) We split the schnitzel and subbed spatzle for the fries. Can’t go wrong with any of the beers or wine. Our total bill was 40 euros. Not bad for dinner, drinks and dessert.

Very good service, good atmosphere and very good food, large portions

Very nice old inn, everything downstairs is beautiful in the old style, the food is really delicious, the service is extremely friendly. Upstairs the room was very spacious, clean and beautifully decorated, beds were fine. We wanted one night but luckily we were able to make it two nights.

I always eat here when in Rothenburg. The old time atmosphere, good food, good service, and low price makes a great nite. Reservation is recommended. It is pretty tight inside, but comfy

We tried it without a reservation (4 people) at 5:25 p.m. It said a table is reserved at 5 p.m. but if we wait another 5 minutes and no one comes, we can come in. That's how it was and we were able to eat delicious Schäufele and goulash. The service was very nice and accommodating. Keep it up 👍.

Unfortunately I can't say anything about the food. We got a bit lost with 8 people. Arrived a little late, reserved since the beginning of the year. Nobody reached by phone. Places have been allocated. My hdy number was known. Horny for money!!!!!Yesterday the restaurant was absolutely amazing 😄

Very warm welcome and very well eaten

We called to make a reservation for the restaurant at 9:00 PM, and the lady who answered the phone told us that by that time her husband would be watching TV and then hung up. 🙄🙄🙄

Food is really great. Had the pork shoulder, jaegershitzel and beef gulash. Chestnut soup is their seasonal soup and it was amazing and a must try

We ate here! The service was totally friendly. The restaurant is in high demand, so be prepared to wait. But the wait is worth it! So guys, wait and enjoy. It can get a bit tighter, but that doesn't harm the authentic ambience.

A wonderful place to grab lunch or dinner. Great local cuisine, friendly service, and fantastic atmosphere. I was able to just walk in and have lunch, but I understand that during the summer season it can get very busy, so it's probably best to get a reservation.

Very nice restaurant and guesthouse. In my opinion the best food in Rothenburg. Friendly, uncomplicated and delicious. Our room was beautiful and suited the style of the half-timbered house. Nicely renovated and clean. The breakfast was rich and delicious. We'll definitely come back again. Thanks for the nice time. It doesn't get much better.

We ate here for dinner, and enjoyed the ambience of sitting at one of their outdoor tables. The food is mostly local German fare, and the portions were large. My teen-aged son ordered the pork shoulder and was impressed with the amount of food he got! The prices are relatively expensive, but you get a good amount of food for them.

Great ambience, great service, great food, great beer, great prices! Six out of five stars!!!! 🤩🍻🍖

Very good food. Steak on point, goulash a bit salty. Good local wine! Also very attentive service. Reservation is an advantage, alternatively longer waiting time.

The room is very antique, and the distance between the toilet and the wall is a bit small, but the shower room is larger and the two rooms are separated. It may be that the historical wooden house is not well soundproofed, but the shower room is heated enough. The dinner downstairs is delicious, no I thought it was quite popular and there were many people during the meal time, so I ordered mushroom fried steak and fries, and the daily soup, which was very good. The breakfast was simple fruits and bread, and the homemade strawberry jam was delicious.

Perfekt Hier stimmt einfach alles! Das Essen ist phantastisch. Der Service Spitzenklasse. Kleiner Tipp, besser frühzeitig Reservieren. Die Zimmer sind liebevoll eingerichtet. Ich kann es nur empfehlen.

Terrible Racist Boss！If you are Asian, please avoid this restaurant. Our family ordered six main courses and one soup. When we realised it was too much food, I politely asked if we could have small plates. The female boss responded with a rude and snobby expression, saying, "We charge one Euro for one plate. How many plates do you want?" We were shocked. When I confirmed with her if this applied to empty plates, she informed us, "In Germany, we don't share food. This is your main course, and this is my main course. We don't share!" We come from Australia and have been to a lot of Western restaurants, but we have never been treated like this. This experience has ruined our time in Europe and hurt my kids' feelings a lot. When I explained to them that maybe this lady just had a bad day, they said, "No, she was talking to other German customers happily." I should have read other comments here from Asian people before I visited. I can't believe such racism in hospitality can survive. It’s unacceptable to foster such an unwelcoming environment. Everyone deserves to feel respected and valued, and unfortunately, this restaurant fails on both counts. ——— Very well, the owner replied. I haven’t told everyone what we went through at the beginning. Were you blaming the customers for being late because of your internal communication error? Excuse me? I personally went to the restaurant at noon to reserve a dinner table. The staff initially told me 5:30. When she realised we had six people, she changed it to 7:00 and wrote it down at that time in front of me. When our group of six arrived on time, the manager told me I had missed the reservation time and pointed to the book, saying it should be 5:30. I immediately noticed my name written next to 7:00. So I politely explained the whole story. it was originally 5:30, but when the staff saw we were six people, she changed it to 7:00. The female manager rolled her eyes and said she didn’t know, then turned and walked away, leaving us awkwardly standing there. After a while, I asked a young waitress, and she told us to wait outside to see if there would be a table available. So, we were forced out despite having a reservation. My elderly parents and kids, six of us, stood outside in the cold wind waiting. After 10 minutes, we finally got a table and were allowed to go in. Once again, I‘v never had such a terrible experience in any other restaurant in the world. Maybe there is something new I need to learn here.

We waited a few minutes to get a table at this popular restaurant but it was worth it. The atmosphere, the setting, the food and Laura's service, our experience was fabulous, we will come back! Danke!

Gulosh was good and kids liked their schnitzel.

Retrofit interior that inspires you of medieval era, especially waitresses costumes and ornaments are sophisticated, not to mention a cuisine was wonderful with huge portion.

Good home cooking, very friendly staff. Any time

Delicious hearty meal can't recommend the food enough! (Had the 2 specials!)

Very authentic restaurant in Rothenburg The pork shoulder is really delicious. The meat is very tender and the texture is very smooth when cut. The service is good, highly recommended👍

We had reserved in advance - you should definitely do so. There are relatively few places. That's exactly what the restaurant is all about. Really delicious food, cozy atmosphere and super nice service. And there is also a large children's menu.

Excellent German restaurant. At certain times, impossible without reservation.

We had a delicious meal here. The fries were wonderfully crispy, the schaufele was delicious and fell right off the bone, so tender. The schnitzel was also delicious. If we were here another evening we would definitely have eaten here again. And I don't understand the 1 star reviews with "unfriendly". We were helped very kindly even though we did not have a reservation and it was already quite full. If we ever come this way again, we will definitely eat here again!

Fortunately, I asked a German friend to help me book the restaurant first. The food is delicious, the waiters are friendly, and the food portions are large. Taiwanese people will not be able to finish the main meal per person.

We didn't like it and I think we were the only ones unlucky. I received so many good opinions from friends and neighbors that Alter Keller is the best restaurant in town. Our pork chops were fatty and not crispy, and the fries were not baked. We were sitting at the kitchen and we had the impression that automatically when they heard that we were speaking Polish, the owner became cold. The neighbors next door had beautiful, large pork chops, great looking dishes. And we got Zonek 🙄 Pity

Make reservations as a precaution. Dogs are allowed in. It's worth stopping here because the food is delicious and plentiful. My wife couldn't finish her schnitzel, but I only just finished my Schäufele because it was very tasty. Plus one or two delicious beers and a delicious apricot from Scheible, that's all you need.

🔻🔻🔻__________ Thank You for checking out our one-star reviews. Since most people check the bad stuff first, I think it's best to post this here: My name is Laura, I've been working at the Alter Keller Restaurant since 2018 and I love my job. You may have noticed me on your last visit. :) As the hospitality industry gets tough, I need to speak up for my restaurant to my guests and future guests. We are one of the smallest hotels & restaurants in the heart of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, we all do our best and work with passion. We are all trained professionals. Each meal is freshly prepared by our chef and owner Markus. Every guest is warmly welcomed by Miriam, his wife and owner, who works in the restaurant and hotel. Both work 24/7. Due to Corona, many hotels and restaurants have lost their staff, closed their kitchens and no longer serve meals. The side effects are that not every guest who will have a hotel room for the night will also find a place for dinner. The calculation doesn't add up. We've had a lot of frustrated potential guests lately who we had to turn away because we were fully booked. As well as telling us that they have been looking for a place in the city in the evening for a long time. However, if you don't reserve a table, you will be rejected everywhere and have only booked a bed & breakfast hotel yourself. Please note that we try to accommodate as many guests as possible, but we have limited space, places and time. Since we only have 13 tables in the restaurant, we are quickly booked out. In order to find you a way out of this stressful situation and to satisfy your desire for a warm meal after a long day of hiking and sightseeing, we have our reservations in time windows from 17:30-19:30 and 19:30-22:00 clock changed. Our tables on the terrace in the summer are usually only kept on good luck for your spontaneous visits. If you are the lucky one we can accommodate even though we are fully booked. We ask you for a moment of calmness. We need 5-10 minutes to clear the table for you freely and cleanly. We have to plan our few staff carefully, and with limited regular working hours for our employees, we usually close our kitchen just after 8 pm. Due to the lack of staff and chefs, most other restaurants have to do the same and close their kitchens early. Most of my guests are stressed out on vacation and I really wonder why? I can understand that traveling is exhausting, but when you bring your stress with you and try to rush through your dinner, you have to deal with ruining it yourself. We are a small Bavarian-Franconian steak restaurant. The good ratings come from our guests who appreciate authentic German home cooking. We are not awarded by Michelin stars or similar classifications. We never said we were a high-end restaurant. We serve honest meals. Each guest has a different taste and expectation that we try to meet every day. As we are not a fast-food chain we try to be as quick as possible, but our staff is limited by two hands and two feet. On weekends and busy evenings, we expect you to bring some time when you enter our very busy restaurant. If you relax and take your time, your entire experience will be enjoyable. The last few weeks have been busy and exhausting. We had some "nice" experiences. I can understand that things are getting frustrated, but there's no reason to use me, and the rest of our staff, as your bad mood and stress outlet. Please remember we are all humans. I hope I was able to make things clearer for all of Us. We look forward to hosting and serving You all with kindness and respect, and hope to welcome you in a relaxed and comfortable manner. Yours, Laura <3 Team member of Alter Keller For more funny pictures behind the scenes - follow us on Instagram @alterkeller :)

This place was absolutely delicious! Great food all around for the kids and adults!