Restaurant Pagenhaus - Schloss Friedenstein in Gotha

Yes, this restaurant is highly recommended! The ingredients are very freshly prepared, of very high quality, and we absolutely loved the food! The house-made watermelon lemonade is also highly recommended!

We just had a quick drink. I ordered an iced coffee. They probably used hot coffee to make it, because the ice had already melted by the time it arrived.

The restaurant is located right at the back entrance of Schloss Friedenstein. It has a very cozy terrace equipped with sofas, ideal for enjoying the surroundings. The interior, although somewhat crowded, has a pleasant atmosphere. The best thing, without a doubt, was the service of the staff, who were always excellent and friendly. Highly recommended for a pleasant dining experience!

We stopped by for lunch around 1 p.m. after visiting the castle and were all very pleased with the taste and presentation, as well as the friendly service staff.

The food and service were to our complete satisfaction. Unfortunately, the way we paid was simply unacceptable: card payments weren't made at the table, but we had to queue at the counter. There were three couples of us and we paid separately, so it's not unusual to have to think about what we'd eaten. There was no time for that, though; the cashier practically pressured us to hurry, which is simply not appropriate for a restaurant of this price.

The ambiance seems pleasant at first glance, with pretty decor and a lovely beer garden. Unfortunately, that's where the positives end. With a reservation, we were seated outside without any prior notice, despite the cold – unacceptable. We then sat unattended for 30 minutes, the waiter walking past us several times and constantly putting us off. We wanted to order drinks and food at the same time so it wouldn't take even longer for someone to take our food, but we still ended up waiting over an hour. To top it all off, we were served the wrong dish – without any kind of courtesy or compensation, not even a coffee or dessert offered. The food? Disappointing. Overpriced dishes with no real pretensions: "Pasta from a Parmesan body" turned out to be overcooked instant pasta in a tasteless sauce, three flakes of Parmesan, and a few chanterelle mushrooms – all for €28! A disgrace. The cleanliness also leaves a lot to be desired – dirty restrooms, cobwebs in the corners. Overall, it was an evening that caused more frustration than enjoyment. If you value good food, impeccable service, and fair prices, this is definitely not the place for you. We certainly won't be coming back.

Very good but smaller selection.

I haven't eaten so deliciously in a long time, highly recommended!!!!!

Nicely located, but still not recommended. The staff was overwhelmed, clueless, and became rude when I couldn't pay the exact amount. It's better to walk the few steps into the old town. You feel like a welcome guest there.

We sat in the garden and enjoyed the delicious food! Highly recommended!

A visit to the restaurant is highly recommended. When the weather is nice, the garden is the ideal choice. The food is freshly prepared and served with great friendliness. Personal requests are also catered for. The local dishes are delicious.

A reservation for a "shady spot outside" was made with three days' notice. Upon arrival, we introduced ourselves with reference to the reservation and were asked to wait a moment, as the guests at the intended table were about to leave. After standing in the passageway for approximately another 15 minutes, we were asked if we wanted to sit in the dining room. We declined and referred to the reservation, which was defined (time, location, number of people, surroundings) and presented as unproblematic. A second lady then asked if we had even made a reservation. Referring to the first employee's statement that OUR table would be free in a moment, this question is irrelevant. The reservation book was opened and we were confronted with the statement that there was no reservation and when it had been made. Further arguments were lost once the date, time, and the person who had spoken on the phone were revealed. So we stood there for some time until we were given the table of the previous guests. After the place settings were cleared, the dirty edges of the drinks and plates were not wiped away. The menus handed out, as individual sheets on a clipboard, bore clear marks from multiple dishes and drinks. The drink menus were placed by the waiter at the farthest point of the table, so that guests had to get up to view them. Drinks and food were served within a reasonable timeframe. The HOW they were served is another reason for concern: glasses and a water carafe were not placed in front of the guests, but rather, like the menus, were placed at the farthest point of the table, an unused seat. The food was freshly prepared, but our personal taste assessment (salmon, veal liver, schnitzel) was below average, which, however, cannot be representative: tastes differ, as we know. It was not possible to inform the staff, as the question "whether everything was okay" was asked merely in passing and without noticeable interest. Whether the prices for the dishes and the cross-financing of the drinks were considered appropriate for what was offered is not part of the evaluation here. Of course, the subsequent settlement of the bill couldn't be rewarded with a generous tip in this experience; it was limited to rounding up. However, before that, we were asked twice what dishes we had, only to misrepresent these statements twice. After accepting the cash, the waiter left the table without a word. No thank you, no goodbye. The obligatory farewell was only given when we left a "goodbye" as we crossed the reception area. Dear readers, why do people go out to eat and not cook themselves? They want a positive experience, they want relaxation, they are looking for something special to make their day a highlight. They want a service that puts them at the center of attention during this time, to recharge their batteries, and to create positive memories. Unfortunately, we had the feeling that the ambitious gastronomic goals of the "Romantik-Restaurant Pagenhaus" could not be realized. We weren't able to see the happy, smiling faces that adorn the website. My below-average rating results from the following points, which the text refers to: Doubting the guest's word, even to the point of proving the accuracy of their statements. The wait time despite a reservation. The lack of attention to table cleanliness. The deficiencies in table service, as well as in the placement of drinks and menus by the waiters. The reasons for this may be varied, but irrelevant to us as guests. "Invoice number: 69715, Table: 6000, Served by: Chef"

Great ambience, excellent service, good food at reasonable prices

Very nice restaurant with friendly service and good food

A very nice atmosphere, super friendly staff, and the food is a feast for the palate. Highly recommended.

The ambiance is quite nice, but the fur on the tables isn't that appetizing. In fact, we had to wait 45 minutes for our food, even though there was only one other table occupied when we arrived and the guests had already eaten. The food arrived cold; the salmon was overcooked, dry, and downright crispy at the narrow end. Based on the good reviews, we chose this restaurant to round off our truly wonderful vacation in Thuringia. ☹️☹️

A very nice restaurant. Cozy and stylishly furnished. The outdoor terrace is very nice in summer. The menu is just right. Not too extensive, but there's something for everyone. The veal liver I had was juicy with pleasant roasted aromas. Desserts, coffee specialties, and cakes are excellent. The selection of non-alcoholic sparkling wine, wines, aperitifs, and long drinks is particularly noteworthy. I'd love to come back and look forward to the Pagenhaus.

Great atmosphere, friendly staff. They're very knowledgeable about gluten-free food. The food is incredibly delicious.

We were out and about in Gotha on Easter Saturday and wanted coffee and cake in the afternoon. Luckily we got a table here and were able to drink our coffee in peace and enjoy the home-baked cake...very tasty. A friend had already made reservations for the evening, so we had the pleasure again. Most of us ate the beef cheeks with dumpling and red cabbage - also a treat. The service was also very good - the young lady looked after our table unobtrusively, but very attentively and always in a good mood. In summary it was a very nice evening in a very pleasant place with really delicious food. We can only recommend the Pagenhaus. But reservation is recommended!

An all-round successful experience! The Pagenhaus not only impresses with its excellent cuisine, but also with a harmonious, stylish ambience that invites you to linger. Every course was excellent in terms of taste - you can tell that there is a lot of attention to detail here. The service was consistently attentive, warm and professional - it is rare to meet a team that exudes so much hospitality and genuine interest in the guests' well-being. Particularly nice: Despite the high quality and upscale ambience, nothing seems pretentious or artificial, just pleasant and inviting. The price-performance ratio is also absolutely right here - it's more than fair for what's on offer. A place to which you want to return - be it for a special dinner or simply to treat yourself.

The Pagenhaus Gotha combines a historical atmosphere with modern, regional cuisine at the highest level. Perfect service, lovingly prepared dishes and a fantastic garden make every visit something special. A real highlight in Gotha!

A real gem of German cuisine! The dishes were excellently prepared - traditional, but refined with loving details. The ambience is warm, stylish and invites you to linger. The service is particularly noteworthy: attentive, warm and professional. An all-round successful evening – highly recommended!

The food lacked any spice and was only lukewarm and burnt.

Unfortunately, attempts are made to offer expensive food with low-quality ingredients. Ox cheeks and chops consisted almost entirely of fat. The potato gratin was not fresh (at least from the day before) and had obviously been warmed up in the microwave (dry & hard edges). In addition, the friendly service is not clear about the difference between a Pils and a Hellen. Overall, unfortunately not recommended.

Very nice ambience, delicious drinks and regional food and lovely service! We were there 3 times within 3 days and were not disappointed. Thanks to the warm spring sun, we were able to sit in the garden and enjoy the time there. Many thanks to the entire team!

We were there by chance because 5 other previous restaurants spontaneously didn't have a table available for us. What luck! The ambience is very appealing. Classy, ​​cozy and just the right mix of original charm and contemporary elements. The friendly service was alone, which meant that it wasn't "rapidly fast", but everything was perfectly timed. The menu was small, but seemed to be of high quality, which was also reflected in the dishes we ordered. For us we had ox cheeks with Thuringian clarification and apple red cabbage, Duroc pork cutlet with bacon beans and potato gratin, the children simply had linguine with butter and parmesan. The price-performance ratio is great, I've eaten worse for a lot more money. We will certainly come back here on our next “home vacation” at the latest!

Too expensive for me and in GTH...otherwise everything was great

The two of us came here spontaneously. Well, we thought it was time for a cup of coffee after a walk in the castle park. It was wonderful to spend a few hours in the beautiful garden, with of course friendly service, to be able to relax and just relax. I'd love to come back...

We went there for coffee and cake after the castle tour. We had the apple strudel and a cream puff. Both were very tasty, but the green cream really irritated me. I don't understand the point either and unfortunately it doesn't look appetizing either. I found the apple strudel very expensive at €8.90. The service was very friendly. Unfortunately, the windows were full of cobwebs on the inside, which I also found very unappetizing. In addition, both of their plates were chipped. Something like this belongs in the trash and not on the table in the restaurant! All in all, we enjoyed our visit and will definitely come back

Perfect, super friendly service, super delicious food.

Not a lot of options but what they have looks tasty. Would visit again if I were close by. Prices are not even high for location and view.

It was the first and definitely not the last time I tried the kitchen here. I had a small special request for the kitchen that was completed without any problems! I found a decent restaurant from outside and a nice ambience inside as well. There's a large selection on the menu, with small requests if necessary.🫠 A big plus in terms of service too, because the food wasn't already swimming in sauce, but could be prepared as you wish! In terms of taste, it is so much better and just the typical Thuringian state food, even if the dumplings looked like two dumplings, the mass was made from normal potatoes, although it was finer but had more of a taste than the real dumpling mass in Thuringia. So I couldn't find any mistakes on site and was also very surprised at the way the food was cooked. That's why I'll definitely be there again to work through the map.👌

Unfortunately we weren't so lucky... a soup before the day for 9'90, the mulled wine was lukewarm, the Viennese schnitzel was oversalted and I didn't know that roast goose could be so tough until then... the staff were hard-working and the ambience was great

Ate carpaccio for the first time. It was very tasty. Really something for the eyes and the palate. Yummy

We were guests at the sponsor house on November 24th, 2024. Reservation in advance, food, service - everything was tip top. The enjoyment was marred by the rooms being far too cold. It wasn't 20 degrees in the rooms, even the waiter put on a vest after a while. The actually good espresso also had to give off its heat to the cold cup, which was a shame.

We had cream puffs and coffee. Both were very good, and the service was also friendly and committed.

One of the few good restaurants in Thuringia. From the starter to the main course to the dessert... it was still real craftsmanship and nothing mixed together out of the bag. It definitely wasn't the last time we were here! Highly recommended

A very nice restaurant, stylishly decorated.

Great ambience 👍 very good service, selected, very well prepared dishes

Coffee and sweets are very tasty. Freshly made and beautifully presented. Service very nice.

Top ambience, great food and friendly service! We were there Saturday October 19th. There were 7 people there and my brother-in-law from Bavaria was also thrilled. Absolute recommendation!!! Tip: reserve in good time!!!

Very cozy and the dumplings were great.

Some of the price/performance ratio is not appropriate. Otherwise great.

Excellent coffees, hot apple strudel with vanilla ice cream. A poem...

Authentic German/Thuringian cuisine in a very comfortably furnished restaurant

Roulade and cellar beer tasted good 👍

Nice decor, nice garden, friendly staff

Very tasty food, for a fair price.

The restaurant wasn't immediately visible from the castle 🏰 and a tip from the museum staff. We didn't regret it. The food was excellent. We had brawn, spiced meat pie and a salad with patty. The wait was worth it. The food was fine tasty and also something for the eye. Thanks to the kitchen. The service was also very friendly and professional. So very much so recommend.

A restaurant that cares about the calorie balance of its guests! Yesterday we reserved a table for 8:30 p.m. (after visiting the neighboring Ekhof Theater). The food was excellent, the atmosphere in the garden was very homely, but when we wanted to order a dessert, we were told without any warning that the kitchen was now closed. We should please place our last drink order right away because they are about to close. You should better communicate the time when the order will be accepted, ideally as soon as the guests arrive, otherwise it will lead to guest frustration at the end of what should have been a wonderful evening if you are not allowed to consume according to your wishes. At least it helps slim the line - thank you for that!

An ambience that is second to none! The park-like outdoor area with parasols invites you to relax and enjoy! Plus great service & excellent food 🔝!!!

Despite the extreme heat, you can sit in the countryside in a pleasantly cool place.

Very great restaurant. Courteous service and delicious food. Highly recommended. 👍

Excellent service, outstanding food. Highly recommended establishment.

Nice restaurant with a nice beer garden. Lots of shady, cozy places.

A great place to relax and linger 👍👍

Friendly staff in a beautiful atmosphere, which completely rounds off your visit to the castle!

Very nice and pleasant stay with delicious food and very friendly staff. We'd love to come back

Delicious food in a great atmosphere.

Even though I'm from Gotha, I didn't even know this hidden little restaurant at first because it's in a very inconspicuous location. Nevertheless, due to the smaller number of seats, it is usually well attended, which is why you should make a reservation in good time, because behind the castle facade you will find a cozy little garden where you can dine in a welcoming atmosphere when the weather is good. The interior is also very stylishly designed, albeit in a slightly smaller space. The service staff is very accommodating and responded to all of our special requests. The food was also impeccable; You can tell that fresh ingredients are used here. Conclusion: Even though it has been a few days since our last visit, we would like to come back and would recommend this nice little restaurant to anyone who wants to spend their lunch or evening in a nice atmosphere.

Very tasty food, highly professional staff and nice atmosphere.

A beautiful restaurant with a great garden ambience, nice and courteous waiters, super good food... that's what we want... and then Ronan Keating came along... the highlight🥰 By the way: The Swedish ice cream sundae.. ..please keep it on your menu. A remnant from the "Old" times. Super tasty...hardly available anymore!!!!!

We were there on a warm summer evening and sat in the garden. A wonderful ambience with crystal chandeliers, an attentive and very friendly service staff and tasty traditional Thuringian dishes made the evening perfect. Thanks for that!

Four of us were there on Saturday evening at 6 p.m. At first we had a good impression; ordering food and drinks went smoothly. After more than an hour, we took the liberty of asking where the food was and were told that it was our fault that the food was taking so long. We were told that it was usual to wait so long and that we had ordered so late in the evening. Conclusion, the food was mediocre and the waiter was very presumptuous!

Nice garden. Very attentive staff. Come again

Very nice atmosphere and friendly service😊

Very tasty ox cheeks, the dumplings... A poem. Very nice staff.

Only took one strudel. The portion was half the normal one, but the cost was €9. When the quality/price ratio is so bad, the thing to do is look for another place.

Good restaurant, very nice outdoor area in a garden, friendly service, good quality food.

The historical ambience, the delicious selected dishes and the festively set table rounded off our wedding day. It was just really beautiful and then not with the best weather in May. Thank you for everything.

A beautifully located restaurant that probably still draws on the charm and reputation of the previous owner. A pity! The staff is monosyllabic and almost completely overwhelmed. Even before we were supposed to receive the main course after almost an hour, we were asked whether and how we wanted to pay. I wanted to accept the suggestion, but I should have paid for the main courses without being seen. As if by magic, after a short discussion, our food arrived 4 minutes later. A marathon of apologies couldn't make our experience any better. We skipped the offered espresso on the house. The GDR seasoned meat was half cold and rather neutral in taste and I would have liked to season it with Worcestershire sauce if that had been served to me. The veal schnitzel was good! The accompanying potato salad was too icy. The prices are high and would be justified if they were reflected in the service and quality. Also worth mentioning are the carelessly and cheaply printed sheets with seasonal offers, which are largely off the menu.

Were there for the first time. We've often planned to eat there, but somehow always failed in terms of time. We were lucky with a place. Next time we will definitely make a reservation. The service was very attentive, friendly and quick. The food and drinks were very tasty. The ox cheeks kept their promise and were very tender. The non-alcoholic gin and tonic was a perfect introduction. Afterwards there was rhubarb spritzer and Vita Cola. We looked a bit perplexed at the salmon fillet with mashed potatoes, but it was only now that we were writing that we noticed what was irritating us. As on the menu, we ordered salmon with mashed potatoes and cucumber salad with dill, but we received salmon on noodles. 😅 But that also tasted good and we only noticed it when we got home. There was ice cream for dessert. Unfortunately the name has been omitted, but it was with peanut butter ice cream and very tasty. A small negative drawback, which only the guests inside notice, are the conversations of the service staff. Here and there negative comments could be overheard when there was dissatisfaction with colleagues' decisions. That's why we don't get full marks for the ambience, as the guest shouldn't actually hear such conversations - although everyone likes to play with mice. On the other hand, the beautiful music was positive. ABBA, Elvis, Frank Sinatra. This suited the ambience very well, as did the dark walls and the beautiful curtains on the windows. All in all, the page house is very nicely designed from the outside.

We were here on a Sunday and no reservation. So we sat inside and had the Konig Pastete der DDR klassiker . It was tasty and quick

Food is not worth the price, the preparation is poor and the taste is not great either, not again. Cannot be compared with its predecessor

Let's be honest! Anyone who gives a good review here has either lost touch with reality or has been vaccinated five times against Corona. We booked lunch for 10 people months ago. It cannot be the case that tables are moved together upon arrival on the day in question. Add to that! The wine ordered was not served for tasting, but simply left there. The staff is friendly and young. However, the result is that level is a foreign word. Not to mention the prices and the meager selection on the menu. Anyone who knows the Berggarten will never eat at the Pagenhaus.

Delicious food, unfortunately the waiters are still very young. Unfortunately it closes very early.

A beautiful outdoor area, well-kept ambience, young attentive staff, manageable menu at a good price level. You'll be happy to come back here.

Was expecting a little more for that price Salmon has been a little dry and water brook has been dry as it is heated in a microwave oven. Service is very nice and accommodating.

Everything clean and tidy. Comfortable to sit outside. Parmesan chicken is highly recommended.

I wonder how there are such good reviews here. The tarpaulins of the pavilions are dirty, so they look dirty and are secured with cable ties, which is unacceptable to me for this price structure. The Duroc pork dish was dry and not very tasty, the fries were very salty, the bit of salad was quite decent. The service was always attentive. Conclusion, not recommended

Nice atmosphere, very tasty food!

We went to the Pagenhaus Essen restaurant on a Saturday evening. The restaurant is very nice and stylishly decorated. The food was very, very tasty. The portions and the price-performance ratio are absolutely fine. It is cooked with fresh products. The service was absolutely professional and courteous. An all-round carefree package. We would be happy to come back and recommend the restaurant!

Went there twice at coffee time during a short stay in Gotha, very nice ambience and nice staff, as I love apple strudel, ordered both times. Delicious. And the table on the wall with the many autographs is just as fascinating.

I really liked it here, I didn't understand why it was so empty

This was the third time I was a guest at the Pagenhaus and once again nothing was left to be desired. The fried veal liver was again great.

Today we went to the beautiful Pagenhaus restaurant in Gotha. It wasn't quite as easy for outsiders like us to find, but the overall picture made up for it! The service was really great, the food was very, very good and appropriate for the price and the entire atmosphere was wonderful! Unfortunately we are only guests in Gotha, otherwise we would definitely visit the Pagenhaus more often! Definitely keep it up!

The food is a delight at its finest. The service is very friendly and very attentive and quick. All in all, an all-round nice destination to linger and go home happy and full. The garden is also an insider tip. Nowhere else can you enjoy the peace and quiet of nature so comfortably without the annoying noise of cars or other things.

Unfortunately our food order was forgotten. After 45 minutes we asked if the food was ready. We couldn't be told when it could be served. The service leaves a lot to be desired. We then paid for the drinks and left without eating.

Absolutely not recommended....waiter is a very strenuous person....eating was not good at all....everything tasted like canned food and on top of that it was unclean....never this place again!

We had chicken schnitzel and ox cheeks. Both very tasty. Senior plates are also available upon request. Very nice atmosphere!

Very very friendly and accommodating. Food was very tasty.

The Pagenhaus is a wonderful location for weddings and family celebrations!

Simply a DEFINITE recommendation! However, it's best to reserve in advance as there aren't really many places. The Wiener Schnitzel is also a definite recommendation! Even better than in some Austrian restaurants. This is one of my few 5 star reviews, but the Restaurant Pagenhaus definitely deserves it.

Service and ambience were good, but the food wasn't worth the price. Roulades, veal liver and apple strudel: It feels like just warmed-up finished goods. Food wise, not worth a visit

Very good food. The homemade lemonade was very tasty. The service was an exquisite ??? expert. Happy to come back!

Very tasty food, friendly and courteous staff.

Really good!!! Food delicious, staff excellent.

Friendly service. Great food. Great ambience. Really recommended!

Sehr schönes Restaurant in sehr guter Lage. Essen war köstlich, Bedienung sehr freundlich und man hat sich fast wie Zuhause gefühlt. Danach ein Spaziergang durch den Schlosspark. Sehr empfehlenswert!

Ein sehr schöner Laden! Die Mitarbeiter sehr freundlich. Das Essen ist auch wunderbar ein Besuch ist zu empfehlen