Waldgaststätte Dulkhäusle in Esslingen am Neckar

The food is very tasty and always a pleasure. Top service waiters and waitresses are very nice and quick.

Only had one drink outside. Nice stopover on the bike tour

A great restaurant with a small but brilliant menu. Everyone will find something here and the food is even more delicious. Very nice staff, a very good price-performance ratio and the great ambience round the whole thing off. It's the second time we've been here and it won't be the last time... There are also plenty of activities around for young and old to pass the time before and after!

A wonderful cozy restaurant. We were there today as a family (12 people) eat. Service was very friendly and attentive. Food was very tasty. Children were taken care of first.

Were invited to a company party. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The selection of cocktails and other drinks was plentiful. I can only recommend the food in particular, it was top. Many thanks to the entire team

The two of us spontaneously went to Dulkhäusle and ordered the schnitzel with fries and the Maultaschen. There was always a salad included. Drinks and food were brought quickly. Service top! We would love to come back!

An absolutely great restaurant! The food was simply fantastic – every dish was a delight and prepared with great attention to detail. The ambience is very stylish and invites you to linger. You feel completely at home, the service is attentive and friendly. Definitely a place to recommend. We'd love to come back!

Very very good service 👍 Although there is a lot to do. No rush, no bad mood. The staff always has a calm word for the guests. We were a large group with wheelchairs and walking sticks. Everything went well. Thank you for that. We are always happy to come to you.

Good food, friendly staff Surroundings accepted Nice view

We walked here as a family of four from Fellbach on the day of German unity. It was very busy in the restaurant. We were warmly welcomed and there was a nice place in the winter garden. The service was very friendly and attentive. The food and drinks came quickly. We all enjoyed the food very much. Cardboard packaging for the leftovers was included free of charge. We paid €69 including 6 drinks. I can and would like to recommend the Dulkhäusle without hesitation.

Very nice location with a good range of food.

Very nice staff, food was very good. I can only recommend the forest restaurant

As always, really delicious Swabian cuisine. Lunch with a particularly good price-performance ratio

Swiss sausage salad with fried potatoes delicious, nice people service

Very nice. Food is always very good

Feel-good restaurant with a great ambience, very attentive staff and delicious food!

Everything was OK except for the fact that without a reservation you would be told straight away when you should leave. Reservations are also necessary during the week. Events are often closed on weekends. Not our thing for a spontaneous visit.

The food in the Dulkhäusle is very good and varied. The staff was attentive and friendly.

We sat in a drafty room. Several guests left the restaurant because a window was missing. So it was cold and uncomfortable. The food was ok. But nothing special. Dessert apple fritters with ice cream, of course, the usual Metro goods.

Very nice wedding location. The food was good. Even with children there was no problem here.

Very tasty food. You can sit nicely both inside and outside.

Good food, good service, reasonable prices and a great location. It's worth a visit here.

Rating refers to the status of the restaurant on the harbor market in Esslingen. Really cheeky and impudent, a cheese plate supposedly international and local cheese specialties for €12 and then just scamorza (which many people don't like per se), 5 cubes of Emmental cheese and a quarter of mozzarella. It really doesn't work that way

Was really very satisfied. The food was fantastic and the service was very friendly and quick. Prices were okay too.

Went there again today for lunch with 12 people, as we have done very often in recent years, everyone was always very satisfied, we will be back.

The food was very tasty and arrived quickly, the service was friendly, the outdoor area is huge and comfortably decorated and it is very quiet as there are mainly meadows around it. There is also a dog filling station, definitely recommended! See you next time :-)

We had a good lunch with 4 people. Aspic with fried potatoes is highly recommended and also reasonably priced. We will come back.

Great gastronomy, good food. Very nice terrace.

Incredibly quaint and cozy restaurant... Great seating, parking lot a bit small. But the food was very tasty.

Very nice restaurant with good food and very nice service. The restaurant has a great location

Sitting in the air on the terrace, a variable selection of great dishes and then a tasty meal with a cool drink. Heart, what more could you want!

Great staff. Attentive and very friendly.

We were there by mountain bike, super loungey location with chilled out background music, very nice staff, great menu and the best thing was the beer was served in a stein 🤩

Very nice location. Delicious food and good drinks in a beautiful landscape including a beer garden. Particularly nice to sit outside on warm summer evenings.

Everything great. Reservation recommended

Beautiful restaurant with a large outdoor area, excellent regional cuisine and pleasant staff! Even when it rains or is very hot, you feel comfortable here in beautiful surroundings on the edge of the forest.

Are on their toes. Food was good, not necessarily plentiful for the price quoted.

The quality and portion size of the food are excellent. The service team is very friendly and quick 👍🏼The kitchen produces high quality food despite the restaurant being often full. Table reservations are strongly recommended.

It's been a long time since I've been treated as disparagingly as I was in this restaurant

Delicious food and always great service

The buffet for a wedding was very rich and delicious. Excellent meat!

We were here after the registry office because my son Chris married his Sandra (and vice versa). The ambience, the food, the service was a successful organization.

The time period is not stated in the email for the lunch menu. Called specifically and had to be there by 2:30 p.m. to get the day's meal. At 2:30 p.m. it was said no, yes after an objection, then no again and finally available on the third attempt. That wasn't the best first impression. It's a shame, otherwise nice surroundings. Unfortunately the food wasn't to our liking. Salad was too pickled for us, no spice, no dressing. Tofu, like many other restaurants, not convincing, despite being grilled. Stuffy, boring, no taste. Bread was very good. Operation does not respond confidently. Let's wait for the second chance. update 20240714: the implementation of the time information promised in the answer has not yet taken place...

Very good food, very friendly staff 😋

The food is good and the terrace outside is beautifully done with a sun shade so you are well protected and looks very modern. There is also a small playground

Everything was consistent. The service was extremely competent, the food was plentiful and tasty. Small suggestion for improvement from the catering industry: Cross selling (offering an espresso or schnapps after the meal or "tempting you to have a dessert" fills up the tills). Nice guests and very nice staff. Thanks for the great lunch (cheese spaetzle and pancakes).

Very tasty food and very friendly service. It was my first time here and the food tasted really good and at a fair price. We sat on the terrace which was very nice. Recommended

Great atmosphere, delicious food, good service 😋

Great restaurant with very tasty food. I particularly liked the friendliness and humor of the staff. A great outdoor area further distinguishes the location.

Nice atmosphere, view not quite as nice as expected, you're sitting on a football field. What I found very outrageous: we ordered 2 Amalfi and a glass of tap water. At the end a glass of still water was collected: Reason: the boss forbade serving tap water. I would have thought it would have been nice if this had been pointed out to me before the water was brought. Furthermore, I find it super stingy and unsympathetic when restaurant owners are too stingy to give their customers a drink of water with alcohol or coffee. This is actually considered good form today. Thank God there are nicer and more customer-friendly restaurants in Esslingen and the surrounding area.

**Review: Waldgaststätte Dulkhäusle** Date of visit: June 9, 2024 The inn offers a pleasant ambience and friendly service, making the visit a pleasant experience. The food is of good quality, but the slightly higher prices do not fully reflect the price-performance ratio. Nevertheless, the restaurant impresses with a cozy atmosphere and service that scores with its attentiveness and friendliness. Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

Die Käsespätzle waren lecker und der Salat hat gut geschmeckt. Der Service war schnell und unkompliziert. Die Einrichtung ist modern aber ein wenig durchgewürfelt ohne klare Linie.

The cheese spaetzle was delicious and the salad tasted good. The service was quick and uncomplicated. The furnishings are modern but a bit jumbled without a clear line.

Instead of the cheese spaetzle ordered, spaetzle dipped in cream sauce was served (it's not on the menu - but the cheese was somehow missing...)

When the weather is nice, it is advisable to make a reservation if you are traveling with several people. However, due to the beautiful weather and a long weekend, the service seemed a bit stressed when we asked about our reservation. With two older people with slight walking disabilities, the space allocated to us in the form of a bench (there was also a fireplace on a pedestal at one end of the table) was anything but optimal and the request for another table was rudely rejected. Since we were six hungry people, we had to sit at this table. When we ordered our food we were told what was already sold out. This would have been useful information before looking at the menu. The sizes of the dishes served were also disappointing. The salad bouquet for the Kässpätzle was almost twice as big as the portions themselves. We were very happy to order a tomato soup in advance. This was hot and tasted very good. We agreed that the soup was the best part of the dishes we ordered. In our opinion, they were the only portions where the price and performance were right. All in all, this wasn't a nice end to what was actually a very nice day. However, I would like to conclude by saying that we have been to this location many times and have always been very satisfied, whether for coffee with wonderful cakes, ice cream, cold or warm dishes. Everything always tasted very good and there was rarely anything to complain about, whether it was the service or the kitchen. We hope that we just had an exceptional day on that Saturday, due to the fantastic weather that guests enjoyed and the staff had to work hard.

As always, everything was TOP. Friendly service, great food.

Not suitable for allergy sufferers. We had a reserved table right next to two dogs. When we asked if we could have another table, we were so harassed by the service staff that we would not come back again. Very unfortunate.

Waited half an hour for service, just wanted something quick to drink... Waiter comes, looks stupid, serves the neighboring table and moves on again Juice shop

We are still overwhelmed with happiness from our wedding reception on Friday. We couldn't have imagined a more beautiful wedding. We would therefore like to thank all of the Dulkhäusle employees once again. Thank you for the hospitality, the super friendly service, the delicious food and the uncomplicated organization in advance. We felt incredibly comfortable and would be happy to come back at any time.

A great lunch with the whole family. There was something for everyone here: We made reservations early without any problem and got a nice table. The staff was friendly and committed, which made us immediately feel at home. Although almost all tables were occupied, drinks and food were served very quickly. The pleasantly clear menu had something delicious for every age (2 to 84). I particularly liked several vegetarian dishes. The carnivores also got their money’s worth 🤤. The salad was beautifully prepared and had a delicious dressing. My father liked the tomato soup. My grandparents ordered the Cordon Bleu and were very satisfied. Thanks for the lovely afternoon, we’ll be back 😀

A nice place in the north of Esslingen.

Very nice location, super friendly, funny service and very tasty food. We will be back definitely

Very tasty food and also a super nice atmosphere. If possible, it is best to reserve in advance, as the Dulkhäusle is very popular and otherwise you may have to wait a while for a nice place. The outside area is now very nicely furnished and is easy to use on colder evenings as radiant heaters have now been installed. You can also eat well here with children and let the little ones out on the huge lawn right next to the outdoor area while they wait. We recommend ;)

We sat in the winter garden. Apart from the fact that it was a bit cold, everything was great Food super tasty and plentiful. Nice atmosphere - especially if you can sit outside in the summer, it's great there. We will be back.

Beautiful location, very good food at reasonable prices, friendly service, great for sitting outside, but also for the weather-protected (covered) fresh air space, side room, small playground, clean toilets. Top 👍!

Wonderful view, delicious food, everything TOP is a highlight

Delicious food in a lovely atmosphere They are also dog-friendly here. Always my pleasure

Super tasty and highly recommended! All thumbs up 👍👍

A nice restaurant with good cuisine. We had the falafel and the schnitzel. Both very tasty and decent portions. Despite the very full restaurant, everything went quite quickly. The service was friendly and helpful.

Great Swabian food, nice atmosphere, great beer garden, attentive conditions, absolutely recommended.

Beautiful forest restaurant with huge portions and everything was incredibly tasty. Gladly again!!!

I haven't been here for a few years because there was nothing there at the time. But now.....great. Great outdoor area, super fast service despite the packed shop, very tasty food that came quickly and a super fair price.

Always worth a trip. We usually get there by Vespa, chilled atmosphere, food is great!

We were passing through and searched Google Maps for a good place to eat. And it worked. Sunday 2 p.m. and the store was completely full. Luckily they are open all day and we still managed to get a spot. Food was very tasty. Recommended

Waren heute nach langer Zeit mal wieder im Dulkhäusle, war eine gute Wahl. Freundlicher Empfang, guter Service und lecker Essen. Die Auswahl an Veganen Speisen überzeugt und ist richtig lecker. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder, auch wegen den veganen Optionen. Vielen Dank.

Great, tasty dishes at more than decent prices. Again any time

Location excellent food great view over Esslingen fantastic

Hatren reserved for dinner. Were placed in a pavilion with walls made of plastic film at 5 degrees C without prior notice! The operator doesn't seem to care about the health of his guests!!

Courteous and friendly service. The restaurant was packed, but we hardly had to wait for drinks or food. The furnishings are super tasteful and the outdoor area is exceptionally equipped and beautiful. I declare it my favorite!

Something good, good roast beef

Nice place in a lovely location with great food.

Really great location with very tasty food, very friendly service and a really pleasant atmosphere. This shows what you can do with a sports restaurant if you are creative and invest a little. Clear recommendation and we will definitely come back! Just to enjoy the outdoor space on a warm summer evening.

The Dulkhäusle is absolutely recommended. The location is terrific. Here you can eat and drink deliciously at reasonable prices. The service is very accommodating. Young and old alike can be completely satisfied here. We look forward to our next visit.

great location and ambience, nice decor, good service, good food, we'll definitely be back soon 😀

In einer sehr schönen Lage oberhalb von Esslingen liegt das Dulkhäusle mit seiner ausgesprochen großen Terrasse, die zum Verweilen egal, ob im Sommer oder Winter einlädt. Wir waren im Dezember das erste Mal und hatten einen Platz auf der Terrasse, die im Winter überdacht ist. Geheizt wird mit direkten Heizstrahlern und einem Ofen. Auf Wunsch durfte man den einen oder anderen Heizstrahler zu oder abschalten. Das Essen kam ungewöhnlich schnell. Wir hatten Zwiebelrostbraten bestellt und wie sich herausstellte, war der Rostbraten bereits vorgegart und die Beilagen schon etwas kalt. Leider für unseren Geschmack etwas wenig Röstaromen. Hingegen waren die Schokoladen-Zimt-Knödel mit Vanilleeis ein absoluter Hit! Das Servicepersonal war sehr freundlich und aufmerksam.

Gutes Essen, nette zuvorkommende Bedienung. Rechtzeitige Reservierung empfehlenswert.

Ein sehr schön gelegenes Restaurant, eine riesengroße Terrasse mit Blick auf die Fildern und einem gemütlichen Ambiente. Das Essen war für meinen Geschmack sehr gut, alle anderen (waren 10 Personen) sind ebenso sehr zufrieden gewesen. Was hervorragend ist, dass die Küche ein gutes Timing hat, wodurch die Gerichte gleichzeitig serviert werden. Alles in allem ein sehr empfehlenswertes Restaurant 👍

Schöne Lokation und gutes Essen zum vernünftigen Preis. Servicepersonal sehr freundlich und aufmerksam. Im Sommer mit dem Biergarten sicher noch toller. Besuch war ganz bestimmt nicht der letzte.

Essen war sehr lecker, hier gab es eine gute Auswahl zur deutschen Küche, daher eine empfehlenswert. Preis sind stand 2023 für das was geboten gerechtfertigt.

Essen ist lecker, bis auf die Bratensauce. Preise sind in meinen Augen etwas zu hoch. Ansonsten alles gut.

Käse Spätzle kalt,Schnibi kalt Getränke falsch O je

Zum Jazz am Dulkhäusle gehen wir gerne

Wir haben uns sehr gefreut vegane Optionen auf der Karte gefunden zu haben. Das vegane Curry mit gebratenem Gemüse war sehr lecker und vielfältig.

Overall quiet happy with the dining experience. The Restaurant was quiet full since we reserved for Christmas lunch. Food was nice, service was very friendly. I like ambient of the place, feels cozy homey. However, they only served one vegetarian food, so not so many options for vegetarians.

Great view, super service, great amount of food, very tasty...see you again soon!!!

Ich finde es schon erstaunlich, dass es nicht möglich ist, eine Kinderportion Käsespätzle zu bestellen. Ich war an Weihnachten dort und die Karte wurde soweit ausgedünnt, dass das einzige fleischlose Essen ein Pilzgericht war. Käsespätzle hätten mich wirklich glücklich gemacht. Leider stand auf der Karte, dass das Gericht nur für Kinder bis 8 Jahren ist. Und weil wir in Deutschland leben, ist das nunmal Gesetz. Es gehen in diesem Laden hunderte Zwiebelrostbraten mit Spätzle über die Theke und da ist es nicht möglich, eine Portion Käsespätzle zu machen? Wie unflexibel kann man sein? Mein Weihnachtsessen war dann also ein Beilagensalat. Danke.

Hier stimmt einfach alles! Wir kommen gerne wieder

Wir waren gestern Abend dort 😊Zwiebelrostbraten war sehr lecker 👍Doći čemo opet 🍀

Ein netter Abend mit nettem Service. Die Kürbiscremesuppe war ganz gut, allerdings war der Zwiebelrostbraten etwas zäh. Für den Preis so ein Stück Fleisch und dann die fertigen Spätzle leider nicht ganz so passend. An sich aber alles in allem auf jeden Fall in Ordnung. Extra aus Esslingen Mitte hochfahren werde ich aber wahrscheinlich nicht noch einmal.

Wollten gerne eine Firmenfeier machen. Kommunikation per Mail und Telefon habe ich als ausladend und kompliziert empfunden. Wir haben uns dann für ein anderes Lokal entschieden. Gelebte Gastfreundschaft sieht anders aus.