Zur Hoell in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Yes. It's best to make a reservation! And unfortunately, it's not wheelchair accessible.

A very cozy little inn. The food was good and plentiful. The service was very friendly and excellent.

Beautiful atmosphere, friendly waiters, good English speakers, very good food. Reservations are a must.

Very tasty food in a great atmosphere. Even though the food is a euro more expensive than elsewhere, we really enjoyed our visit. The innkeeper is a true Franconian character with his friendliness.

I was told it's been serving food for 1000 years. That's pretty amazing. Food was really good. Ambiance was amazing. They say you need to make reservations as early as possible

We dropped by unannounced at 4:45 p.m. (opening at 5 p.m.) and asked the manager, who was preparing the tables on the street, if we could get something to eat. We were seated immediately and had 1.5 hours until a reservation was activated. We were incredibly excited about this special place and the excellent food. We ordered shoulder of pork with dumplings and Bavarian cabbage. It seems to be quite common to be asked for seconds during the meal. Whether it was a second dumpling or, like the next table, a second slice of sauerbraten... we thought everything was wonderful. The service was professional but with a lot of humor! We had a great time and promised to come back next year.

Delicious German cuisine and very friendly staff. We'll definitely be back 😁

Absolutely recommended. Super friendly!!! We had made a reservation in advance. We had a really nice seating area, there were six of us, and it was completely to ourselves. We didn't notice any of the hustle and bustle, and there was also a big party going on... we'll be back.

We had been looking for a possible place for dinner in the afternoon. After a few phone calls and subsequent cancellations, we were able to reserve a table for two people. Upon arrival in the evening, we had three different tables to choose from (the other two were booked immediately after us, including reservations). We were offered three different daily specials and presented with the standard menu. After a brief consideration, we decided on two different daily specials. These were served quite quickly. The side salad we ordered as a starter was delicious but very expensive. The two main courses were also very good, but the portion sizes were very manageable and also expensive! Overall, it was okay, but due to the portions and prices, we won't be returning here again.

Quaint and very friendly. We didn't have to wait long for a table. There were vegetarian options. The food was perfectly fine and delicious; I would describe it as home-style, and I was very satisfied. Everything seemed very authentic, perhaps a little dusty, but very cozy. I definitely recommend it.

A very pretty and quaint restaurant with delicious food and excellent service 🧡. I especially like that the plates aren't overly overstuffed, but you can get a fresh, hot second helping right at your table if you need it. That's not only sustainable, but also really great!

Price-performance ratio was not right at all

Being served such delicious food in the oldest building in the city is something special. The Schäuferle (a kind of sauerkraut dish) was simply amazing. The service is really very friendly and attentive. I highly recommend it. Arriving early or making a reservation will ensure you get the best seats. 😉

We've never been served as well as we were in this restaurant. I think it was the chef who brought us the food. We were asked twice if we'd had enough and if we'd like another dumpling. My mother and I shared a portion of Schäufele because we weren't that hungry, so it really wasn't necessary. It was uncomplicated despite a few special requests—no problem at all. I don't even want to talk about the quality of the food. Top-notch. A perfect restaurant for us with outstanding service and excellent food. It was our first time here. Certainly not the last.

Prompt and courteous service. I loved the sustainability approach to the dishes. Instead of overloading your plate, you could have a side dish for free. This way, less is thrown away. 👍🏻

Be careful, at the checkout we discover that they don't accept card payments.

The restaurant itself is one of the oldest buildings in Rothenburg. Staffs are super friendly, and the service was very quick even though they were busy. I think inside tables are better than outside terraces even in summer evenings.

Very polite staff, they made special fried potatoes with bratwurst for our children, even though it wasn't on the menu (since we only wanted a small meal). It was very cozy and pleasantly quiet, away from the hustle and bustle. We can truly recommend it.

Good wine in a rustic setting, and the food was also very good. We had the devil's spit and the grilled platter, both very tasty and generous portions.

Amazing place and amazing food!

The price-performance ratio is no longer right. Exorbitant prices. Unfortunately, the glasses aren't even full to the measuring line.

We were thrilled. The food was delicious and the service excellent.

Excellent traditional restaurant. Food was good and they were very accommodating of our dog!

The service was damn good, I rarely had that, very friendly,

Very unpleasant staff. Would not visit this restaurant ever again

It's a wonderful place where you can experience a medieval atmosphere, and you may not be able to enter without a reservation. If you're staying for a long period of time, it's sufficient to make a reservation on site, but if you're staying for a short period of time but definitely want to go, it's best to make a reservation by email from Japan before your trip. All the dishes are very filling!

I'm a chinese and i queued for 30minutes without getting my turn. Was told to wait but he allowed other guests to walk in even without reservation. Disgusting place and waiter who told me to continue waiting.

Fantastic, attentive service in a rustic atmosphere. You can tell the owners run the restaurant with passion. We'd gladly return.

The reviews don't lie! The food is some of the best you will find in Germany. Try the Obatzda as its a starter, if you like cheese you will love this 😍🤤😍 Klauss the waiter was a true professional at his job also.

Overall, highly recommended! The food is very good, as is the wine. The staff and the food were very hospitable and attentive to our needs. Probably one of the most beautiful restaurants here in a 1,000-year-old building. I recommend making a reservation.

Yesterday, we – two adults and three children – were privileged to spend an unforgettable evening in this wonderful restaurant. Upon entering, we received a warm welcome and were escorted to a beautiful table. What followed was first-class service, the likes of which, unfortunately, are rarely experienced these days. The truly hospitable owner greeted us personally, handed us the menus, and explained each dish and recommendation with palpable passion. He answered our questions with genuine friendliness and patience – with a level of attentiveness that was truly exceptional. And then the food arrived… simply fantastic! The flavors were spot on, lovingly prepared, regional, and fresh. We particularly remember the skewer my wife ordered – served stylishly hanging. As the host expertly slid it onto the plate, leaving one half still on the skewer, he charmingly said, "I'll warm it up for you right away so you can enjoy the second half nice and hot, too." This small gesture says more about true hospitality than a thousand words. Even during the meal, they regularly asked if we had any potatoes, dumplings, cabbage, or any other requests – always in such a warm tone that we almost felt like we were with good friends. Here, someone lives their profession – with true dedication, passion, and a strong sense of service, the kind you only know from the "old school." The ambiance, quality, location – everything is just right. But it's the person behind it all who makes the stay so special. ➡️ We'll be back. Absolutely. Every time we're in Rothenburg. And we'll recommend it to anyone who values a gastronomic experience with soul. Thank you so much for this evening – it was a pleasure!

Super authentic and high-quality food with excellent service. The staff is very attentive and considerate to personal requests. We've enjoyed coming here for years.

The food is okay, nothing special, and more expensive than comparable restaurants. The daily menu is given verbally without prices, and you're a bit shocked later on because the classic dishes are significantly more expensive than at other restaurants. It was very crowded and everything took a long time. The atmosphere is absolutely awful. We sat outside, and there were always lots of people standing next to us, waiting for a table to open and watching us. Tourists are constantly taking photos of us and asking us about the menu, which isn't posted anywhere. It was a really unpleasant experience. I wouldn't go there again.

Overpriced place with not tasty food and cash only payment at the last moment. Do not recommend at all.

Great food, friendly and helpful service, nice cosy atmosphere.

The food (shoulder of pork) was outstanding. The service was excellent. I'd be happy to return.

Excellent and generous traditional cuisine. Small restaurant but high quality (from the reception). Reservations recommended. Very affordable prices but cash only. Huge favorite!

Very nice food and staff was really nice!

We ate very well, local products, and the staff was very friendly, even with tourists like us who don't speak the language very well! Prices were normal! We'll be back!

Unfortunately, it was a truly disappointing experience. The prices are decidedly high compared to the average and the quality offered: small portions, and the quality is below the reviews. The worst part, however, was the service: they brought us the bill without us asking for it and without even asking if we wanted to order anything else. When it came time to pay, we discovered they don't accept cards and invited us to go to the ATM to withdraw money. While one of us left to get the cash, they asked us to get up to vacate the table without even finishing our drinks. Definitely avoid.

We were unlucky... terrible food, terrible service, and they don't accept card payments! Also, I suspect the schnitzel was from a supermarket. We wanted to finish our wine and order dessert, but they brought us the bill without asking. Again, shame!

A restaurant with very friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere (you'll feel like you're on the prancing pony from Lord of the Rings). The best sauerkraut I've ever tried (in the photo, I'd already eaten half of it, hehe). The beer was excellent. We had dinner for four people and it cost around €80.

Friendly, delicious food that we and our teenagers enjoyed. Bring cash, no credit card.

The ambiance is pleasant. When making a reservation over the phone, they don't mention that the table is only reserved for one hour. The ambiance is very pleasant, and you really feel like you're sitting in a medieval house. However, the menu with the daily specials doesn't list prices. Therefore, I would recommend asking for the individual prices when the daily specials are presented. The value for money isn't justified. Even the drink prices, given that they use Rewe mineral water bottles, make this place a tourist trap.

Price-performance ratio is poor Day ticket without price Beer is comparatively expensive

Although the atmosphere and design were very nice, the steaks we ate were not that good. The asparagus was extremely tough. Two families had dinner here, we paid 156 Euros and frankly, we were not happy to leave :(

No card payment.... at 270 euros for 4 people

The food was incredible, but they dont take payments by card and they dont tell you. There is only an invisible sign at the entrance.

It's a place where it's really crowded and it's hard to eat without a reservation, but luckily there was a seat so I was able to eat without a reservation :) It was so delicious and the staff was really kind and nice 👍

We dined at the Höll on three evenings. The food was delicious, especially the Schäufele (shoulder of pork), which was very tender and had a wonderful crust. The service was—at first glance—a bit "rough," but became more cordial as time went on. The wine list was very pleasing, and the prices were reasonable considering the small number of tables. Since the restaurant is quite small, the noise level can be a bit high, especially when there are groups of guests. The restaurant only accepts cash; a notice to this effect is posted on the board at the entrance.

Quaint pub/restaurant in Rothenburg. Reservations recommended.

Serves local wine in chalices and amazing sausages for very reasonable prices. Friendly service and very good local cuisine. Only accepts cash which they have written in multiple places. The outside seating is very charming and peaceful and indoor is full of character. I'd definitely come back and bring guests here.

Great traditional German food. Small seasonal menu with a few other Bavarian staples offered. They had a long wine list that included wines from all over the world. We stuck with a local wine the waitress recommend, it was delicious. Only one pils beer on the menu, it was light and refreshing. It's asparagus season, so all of the specialty menu meals included white asparagus. It was delicious. 100% would recommend.

A very beautiful, old wine bar with a great atmosphere, delicious, constantly changing daily specials, served by very friendly staff. They took the time to offer a friendly welcome even when the place was full. Seating is somewhat limited, so be sure to reserve in advance by phone; which was easy to do. I'd go back anytime 😘

Food is meh. Pork Cutlet is very tough and disappointing taste. Schnitzel was ok. The service is extremely slowwwwww. They forgot to give my soup as an Appetizer. I think this restaurant is kinda overrated. Food took forever to come. We asked for the Bills and it took almost 20 minutes itself. And the shocking part is they only accept CASH without even telling the customer is CASH ONLY. Better go somewhere else since sometimes this restaurant can be very busy. But it is not really worth it.

We spontaneously visited during Pentecost. We received a very warm welcome. We really enjoyed the ambiance, the great, cheerful service, and the delicious food. We felt very comfortable.

Excellent German restaurant, with good, friendly, and efficient service. The place is small but pleasant. Cash only accepted. I recommend it wholeheartedly.

The perfect place to eat in Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Small and probably the oldest restaurant in Rothenburg. Great atmosphere, a bit away from the hustle and bustle. We actually had the best food we've tried in 5 days here. Drinks were excellent!! Big praise to the two waiters... Super friendly, attentive service. Despite the completely packed dining room, they were always cheerful and very accommodating... We'd love to come back!!!

Very good food, but very hasty waiter. But pretty cheap

Unfortunately we cannot judge the food. We came by without a reservation and were allowed to sit outside. After 10 minutes there was still no one there so we walked to the Italian restaurant in the center, where we had a delicious meal. This restaurant looked authentic/local from the inside. Service not really worth mentioning (also not exactly customer friendly inside; they just let you stand inside without making contact)

A very nice restaurant. The food was delicious. The wine, especially for the price, is highly recommended. We were also pleasantly surprised by the polite way in which we were asked if we wanted any side dishes. Therefore, a clear recommendation; a good restaurant a little tucked away from the tourist crowds.

Lovely restaurant great service and reasonable prices

Extremely cool wine bar. You absolutely have to stop in for a Bocksbeutel.

A great restaurant from the outside, but the interior lacks the rustic feel you'd expect. Reservations are recommended, as it's almost impossible to get a table at short notice. I had the daily special, the grilled plate... unfortunately there was no price on the board, and I ended up paying €28 for it... in retrospect, I wonder how the price came about given the portion size. My friend had the spare ribs, which were roughly the same amount, for considerably less money. Both were very tasty, though. The staff were also very friendly and attentive. What bothers me is that there was no proper bill, just an order slip with a handwritten amount on it... tax advice!

Interesting historic restaurant. Food (meat dishes) was OK but not outstanding, and the portions were not too big for the price paid. Sitting outside is recommended only in the summer as the street is drafty. All in all an average experience.

We were lucky to get a table without a reservation after a short wait. The ambiance was fantastic, the service was very warm and attentive, and the food was hearty and delicious.

The oldest building in Regensburg, this old tavern dates to the year 900! The food is amazing, the staff is funny and polite and the atmosphere is really cozy! Celebrated my birthday here with two friends and will gladly come back here when visiting Rothenburg next time. Just make sure to reserve a table in advance!

Great food and a very attentive, friendly chef! Plus, a truly rustic atmosphere! We had a fantastic evening!

A wonderful 9th-century ambiance, delicious German cuisine, and incredibly great service, who always ask if they need any more side dishes. A definite recommendation!

You simply have to see it! The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive.

This evening, we spontaneously visited the Zur Höll restaurant. We got a table without a reservation, but were immediately told that we could only stay for an hour because the table was supposedly reserved – which is fine in principle. However, we noticed that other guests were also given the same information, which seemed a bit odd. We ordered bratwurst with asparagus and schnitzel with asparagus and potatoes. The food came very quickly, which initially seemed positive, but quickly became clear: the portions were small, and the asparagus was unfortunately very hard and barely edible. We had to send it back to be cooked again. After that, the food was okay, but tasted nothing special. Overall, the value for money here is not good, in our opinion. Beautiful location, but with clear weaknesses in terms of cuisine and service.

Restaurant with its own spirit in ancient house. I was lucky to get place outside without reservation, but i would recommend reserve place because you don’t want to miss this place. One of best meal what i ate - hollandaise sauce was divine.

Characteristic place, let's say maybe nicer outside than inside. The room where we ate didn't look like anything special. Staff was helpful, the guy who served us was very very kind. We had a mix of cheeses, bratwurst, a dish of the day of meat with potatoes and a plate of asparagus with dumpling (bread dumpling) and potatoes (the only assembled thing possible for vegans). Dessert was the strudel, beer and wine. The food was very good. Vegans don't have an easy life here in Germany. However, I give 3 stars because you only pay in cash and because some prices are really exaggerated in my opinion. Half a liter of water at €5.40, the plate of Franconian asparagus with bread and potato dumpling at €21.50 and also the meat plate at €33.50 seemed a bit excessive to me for the context and quantity. For the rest, the prices are in line with the norm for local places. The strudel for €10 brought with cream, ice cream and pieces of fruit.

We had a wonderful evening at the Höll with Melanie and Denis from the service. Thank you.

We ate here mid April. Everything was great until the food poisoning hit. I was the only one who got sick, and we shared all of our food except for some kind of spread that I put on the bread, no one else ate the spread. The spread gave me severe food poisoning which eventuated in an ambulance call. Definitely put a dampener on our holiday.

The food was really exceptionally delicious! Definitely recommended!!😊👍

Yes, one of the oldest restaurant in the city, but just focus on tourists doesn't make it as important as it is.

We ordered from the white asparagus menu and the food was beautiful, as was the Riesling. Enjoyed my first Strudel too. Danke, Zur Hölle.

Zur Hoell (To Hell) is located in one of the oldest poor houses in the historic Old Rothenburg, and there is no better atmosphere to experience the old town like here. The establishment is quirky, and filled with antiques from times bygone. It feels like a tavern, perhaps not from the medieval ages, but certainly a few hundred years ago. The food is excellently executed. We had the fresh spring vegetable soup, which was light and refreshing, invoking feelings of spring blooming in the valley surrounding the village. For mains, the seasonal asparagus is a must. Bavarian white asparagus, or spargel, is a traditionally springtime treat. Generous, daily picked stalks of asparagus were simply cooked then doused in a rich hollandaise. The accompanying sausages, schnitzel, and potatoes were well executed but the asparagus is the star in spring. Portions are generous. The wine selection is also well curated. The dry crisp Franconian whites pair well with the food. Service is excellent. The wait staff are professional and extremely kind. Reservations recommended. Would highly recommend for classic Bavarian cuisine in a historic tavern.

Excellent place very familiar, be careful you cannot pay by card. Very recommended

Everything was so wonderful. Highlight of my trip in Germany! The service, the food and the whole experience of the restaurant was fantastic!!!! Please eat here if you are visiting Rothenburg!

Normal but it's absurd that you can only pay in cash in 2025!

We were there yesterday and made reservations for today! The food is so fantastic and great quality! The service is so sensational, you feel so comfortable and welcome, the wine 🍷 is very good and absolutely recommended!!! We'll definitely be back 😊

Food is very tasty. The ambience is clocky and correct, that's how it has to be. Reservation is recommended. Thanks.

We enjoyed it very much. Great restaurant, nice boss with a lot of experience. Thank you.

We came here spontaneously for dinner and were lucky enough to get a seat. We would still highly recommend making a reservation. The service was very friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. Very good Franconian cuisine.

Ate dinner here on a recent trip to Rothenburg and would highly recommend to anyone thinking about it! The staff were so kind and made you feel like friends, instead of tourists. The atmosphere and decorations are charming, and the food was delicious! The fresh wild garlic soup is one of the best soups I’ve ever had, and the specials were amazing.

Enjoyed my dinner here with frienfly service from the staff.

A quaint restaurant with a lot of charm and a TOP kitchen and very friendly staff....gladly again...

Loved it, very authentic German food and a lovely service

Luckily we have reservations. Very tasty food, good wine, good ambience. Everything worked out wonderfully

Totally delicious food! Very personable and pleasant manager. It's important to call in advance because it can be very busy.

Very welcoming restaurant. Really good food and great value for money. The staff was very kind and helpful. I recommend it!

We were amazed by the food and the atmosphere!! The quality of the food is 10/10 !! The stuff was very kind and polite !! Recommended !!

Very nice restaurant in the very old Rothenburg style??

Been there often, always satisfied. This time unfortunately I got food poisoning from the Obazda

Great food, nice staff, quick preparation at any time, just make a reservation

Fantastic dinner. High quality and served with friendliness.

Excellent food. I recommend the roast pork shoulder.

Everyone is warmly welcomed here. A fire crackles in the oven. The mood is relaxed and happy. The food comes quickly and is extremely good. The beer is tasty and the service is first class. Everything wonderful!