Cozy, knickknack-filled German eatery with hearty standards, beer & live oompah music on weekends
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 20827 LaGrange Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423
Phone: (815) 469-0940
Website: http://www.chefklausgermanrestaurants.com/
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Reviews
Troy Weissenhofer
What a great place to get away from the kids for an evening. Absolutely loved this place. It was my and my wife’s first time coming to Chef Klaus’ and it was just a great time. One of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a while! Our sever was on top of everything, suggested great apple & plum liqueur to compliment the beer, made sure dinner was spot on and just made the experience that much better.
We started with the escargot appetizer and it was so buttery and the snails just melt in your mouth. Paired with that roasted garlic bread; chefs kiss!
For dinner I had the Bayrischer Schweinebraten (Bavarian pork roast). It was absolutely delicious! The pork was so tender that you didn’t need a knife to cut it. It was juicy and the brown sauce just enhanced the flavor of the roast pork and stuff that comes with the dinner. Also served with a potato, veg and a soup or salad. I opted for the house salad, spatzle, and creamed spinach.
My wife had the Schweizer Shnitzel (Swiss Shnitzel) with mushrooms and Swiss cheese melted on top. She got the potato pancakes, saur kraut, and the beef and noodle soup.
Then we finished out dinner with a traditional apple strudel. It was everything you look for in a strudel with homemade whipped cream.
Overall everything was absolutely delicious and the price point/portion sizes it all the more better. The owner Mike stopped by our table and just has a great personality. You can tell he cares about the customers experience. Service, food, atmosphere: 10/10
Can’t wait to go back and try the sausage platter next! Cheers!
… moreWe started with the escargot appetizer and it was so buttery and the snails just melt in your mouth. Paired with that roasted garlic bread; chefs kiss!
For dinner I had the Bayrischer Schweinebraten (Bavarian pork roast). It was absolutely delicious! The pork was so tender that you didn’t need a knife to cut it. It was juicy and the brown sauce just enhanced the flavor of the roast pork and stuff that comes with the dinner. Also served with a potato, veg and a soup or salad. I opted for the house salad, spatzle, and creamed spinach.
My wife had the Schweizer Shnitzel (Swiss Shnitzel) with mushrooms and Swiss cheese melted on top. She got the potato pancakes, saur kraut, and the beef and noodle soup.
Then we finished out dinner with a traditional apple strudel. It was everything you look for in a strudel with homemade whipped cream.
Overall everything was absolutely delicious and the price point/portion sizes it all the more better. The owner Mike stopped by our table and just has a great personality. You can tell he cares about the customers experience. Service, food, atmosphere: 10/10
Can’t wait to go back and try the sausage platter next! Cheers!
Tony Anczer
FEBRUARY 2026
We visited Chef Claus for dinner
– atmosphere is really cool with all their German decor
– I gave 4 stars (and not 5) because the bill was a little expensive for the food we got. For dinner for 2, with no drinks (only water), and a standard dinner, with tip, we were at $80
– the menu has LOTS of options
– menu has a section of standard “plain American” options if someone in your group is not a German food fan
– dinners come with a soup or salad, and 2 veggies. I got the French onion soup for an upcharge and for the veggie I got sauerkraut and garlic mashed potatoes
– dinners also get a free bread and light veggie tray
– I really enjoyed the decor of the restaurant- there’s TONs of German decorations such as , murals, model train, mugs on the wall, taxidermy animals, etc
– restaurant is kid friendly
– any clothing selection would be OK (it’s not formal dining)
… moreWe visited Chef Claus for dinner
– atmosphere is really cool with all their German decor
– I gave 4 stars (and not 5) because the bill was a little expensive for the food we got. For dinner for 2, with no drinks (only water), and a standard dinner, with tip, we were at $80
– the menu has LOTS of options
– menu has a section of standard “plain American” options if someone in your group is not a German food fan
– dinners come with a soup or salad, and 2 veggies. I got the French onion soup for an upcharge and for the veggie I got sauerkraut and garlic mashed potatoes
– dinners also get a free bread and light veggie tray
– I really enjoyed the decor of the restaurant- there’s TONs of German decorations such as , murals, model train, mugs on the wall, taxidermy animals, etc
– restaurant is kid friendly
– any clothing selection would be OK (it’s not formal dining)
JF Bruns
1/26 – passing through the area on a weeknight and decided to eat somewhere different. Seated immediately, service was quick, large menu, great German beer menu. I had the Sausage platter & wife had a paprika schnitzel, both were wonderful and plentyfull, plan on takehome. Live music the night we were there, don’t know if it’s every night. Prices might seem high but for us, we got to eat twice for the price.
… moreDonna McNally
German style restaurant crowded on a Sat. Ight with entertainment. Order potato pancakes, liver and onions. Prime rib, filet, sweet potato mashed, sauerkraut, German potato salad. Large portions. Sweet waitress. Bus service slow on drinks and removing plates from the table.
… moreBowmadness
First time dining here. Warning! Come hungry and very hungry. Portions were very large and you’ll definitely be taking leftovers home. Flavor of food was incredible and cooked perfectly. Atmosphere was vibrant and decorated very well. Great selection of beers and cocktails. Our waiter was David who was awesome and exemplary, very helpful with the menu, attentive and a great attitude. Over all worth going out of your way for some authentic German food and experience.
… moreKeith Eyer
Went out to lunch with my neighbor and my son on 2-7-2026 . The food was awesome, and the service we had from our waitress Jackie was fantastic, she was in top of it and very nice to talk too. We hit off very well, next time I go I will bring her the home brew I promised her. I highly recommend this place hands down the best German food I have had. I will be back.
… moreSweat Less Travel
Sadly there are fewer and fewer German restaurants in Chicagoland. And while Chef Klaus himself has gone to that big bierstube in der Himmel, his namesake restaurant thankfully lives on.
The food here is very good. We especially enjoy the many schnitzels and the pork shank. The sides are also great — we miss the family style options for large parties — and the beer is always just right. The service varies from person to person but its always efficient and done well.
If you happen to be there when there’s entertainment you’re in for a treat! I know all the routines now. Take a turn on the almglocken! (Fancy word for tuned cowbells.)
Note: some people are put off by the military themes of a Germanic nature. That’s your right. I look at it interestingly as an amateur historian and then concentrate on the great food. Don’t go there with presumptions and just have a good time.
… moreThe food here is very good. We especially enjoy the many schnitzels and the pork shank. The sides are also great — we miss the family style options for large parties — and the beer is always just right. The service varies from person to person but its always efficient and done well.
If you happen to be there when there’s entertainment you’re in for a treat! I know all the routines now. Take a turn on the almglocken! (Fancy word for tuned cowbells.)
Note: some people are put off by the military themes of a Germanic nature. That’s your right. I look at it interestingly as an amateur historian and then concentrate on the great food. Don’t go there with presumptions and just have a good time.
Glyn James
First time eating here with my wife. It was fantastic. I had the stuffed pork chop and she had one of the schnitzels. Portions are very generous. Food was hot fresh and delicious. 100% we are going to come back here again. Our server was also extremely helpful and recommended a couple of beers that pared very well with our meals. Show up hungry and enjoy!!!
… moreMr Ike
If you leave here hungry, somethings wrong. Great portion size for money spent. Great place for a midweek date. Nice quiet atmosphere. First thing l noticed before l went in, everyone left with leftovers and a smile on there face. Enjoy!!!
… moreAshley Nimtz
We’ve been twice and we are Obsessed!! Portions are huge and delicious. Schnitzel with a mushroom sauce is fantastic as well as the pot roast. I literally dream about the mashed sweet potato, it’s out of this world. If you’re getting dessert, the German chocolate cake is the way to go! I don’t generally like German chocolate cake, but this one is special. We didn’t like the other desserts we got, but the entrees were all good.
… more