The Flannel Camper
It has been a while since we last had eaten here. No reason, just not close to where we live. We were worried the place would not return or drastically change after being sold. So glad we went back. We were greeted by friendly staff and taken to our table. The place still has that rustic feel inside. The menu was a little smaller than we remembered but they still had the classics that made us fans in the first place. I must say, the food was always wonderful, but this time it tasted even better. We started off with the famous Rheinlander fondue and a bowl of Bier onion soup. For the main course my wife got the Hungarian Jager Schnitzel and I opted for the Bavarian Feast, it was truly out of this world. All throughout our meal, different staff would stop by and ask if we needed anything or how the food tasted. Our server was very friendly and made us feel at home. Cant wait to go back.
… moreCassie Duffle
It was slooooowwww. We came for lunch and it was at least 15 minutes before we even had drinks. Food came out 30 minutes after that. All said and done we were there for over an hour and they were mostly empty on a Saturday afternoon.
The place is super cute and fun. It is loud and leaned in hard on the theme, but I loved it.
The food was mid. It didn’t seem super authentic, but then we stuck with the more mainstream, American type of dishes. The fondue was a little thick and heavy for my taste. It would have been nice to have some mustard to cut it with. The sour kraut isn’t sour enough for my taste, but overall we enjoyed the Ruben. The fries were supposed to be truffle, but they either forgot, or they mixed up the truffle with the rosemary. An interesting flavor that I ended up liking.
It was a bit spendy as well.
… moreAiden Pearson
If it was an option this place would have 6 stars! The food: 11/10 The service: 10/10 The vibes: 12/10 This place is about as close to authentic as you can get. As soon as you walk in you are greeted by the amazing German architecture and decorations. The staff is super friendly, giving food recommendations and advice as well. The fondue is 110% worth it. The cheese is heavenly, don’t skip it. So many delicious options to choose from as well, it will be on the list for round #2 for sure.
… moreJessica Cervantes
This place is absolutely adorable. Its an experience by itself. All of the food we ordered was yummy. Some portions were enormous and some portions were not. We all liked the food well enough. Server was wonderful. We would be back. The only thing id love is a visual menu because I had to Google half the items to see what they were.
… moreJulie Fife
We went for the first time to celebrate my husband’s 55 birthday. The food was delicious (shared a Bavarian Feast) and I am super picky about my German food. The service was excellent. They had a card ready for him, brought out a dessert with candle and even saved my box up front for me when I forgot our leftovers. We will be returning every time I’m in the mood for German. The picture is half of a Bavarian Feast.
… moreFiorella Calderoni
Food was yummy but it’s really hard to talk or enjoy the space with how loud the dining room is. They could use some help with acoustics. Our throats were sore from speaking loudly. Service was friendly. Fondue was delicious. Stoked they make mulled wine during the holidays. Not sure we’ll go back very often, especially not for occasions with friends when we want to be able to talk
… moreOlena P
I thought the food was ok.
Having hot potato salad on the wurst platter was interesting.
The fondue was very salty.
One of us ordered the goulash special, and it was definitely over priced for the amount of beef that was on the dish.
We waited 40 minutes to get in and then felt rushed by our server to clear the table.
Was kinda disappointed..
… moreC.T. “CombatCritic” Sorrentino
After redeploying from a few years abroad, we somehow always find ourselves maneuvering back to Gustav’s–because in the AO of Portland-Vancouver, good, reasonably authentic German chow is harder to find than a clean porta-john in a warzone. Prices? Reasonable. Portions? Adequate firepower.
We hit the OBJ and, as usual, no wait. Immediate seating. No need for Close Air Support or a table reservation. The staff ran their mission tight–friendly, fast, and squared away.
The atmosphere? Straight out of a Bavarian forward operating base–warm, wood-heavy construction, stained glass, tall ceilings. Cozy, inviting, and well within German cultural ROE.
We kicked things off with the Fondue ($9)–a hot LZ of creamy cheese with German bread for dipping. Solid value. Good taste. Zero casualties.
My main op was the Hungarian Jägerschnitzel ($21)–breaded pork cutlet, mushroom sauce, mashed potatoes. Cutlet wasn’t exactly a shock-and-awe portion, and it could’ve used more gravy for fire support, but overall, I was a happy camper.
My XO ordered the Chicken Cordon Bleu ($24) with spaetzle–breaded chicken stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese. Again, portions weren’t the kind of heavy artillery you get in Munich, and there was no soup or salad backup, but she enjoyed every bite.
Not sure why this place keeps falling off our radar, but we’ll maintain loyalty–because German restaurants in this theater of operations are few and far between, and Vancouver has exactly zero others as far as intel indicates.
CombatCritic Gives Gustav’s Factory 8 Bombs Out of 10 … More Bombs Are Better — Unless You’re On The Receiving End … HOOAH!
… moreMicela Medina
Always love going to Gustav’s. Its one of my go-to places to bring my family that is visiting. The portion sizes, the family-friendly atmosphere, and the service is always great. The prices are great as you can share the entrees.
I recommend the fondue with the pretzel & sausage or the konigsberger klopse.
… moreJeanne Ambrose
We are so excited that we found Gustavs. The atmosphere is amazing and welcoming. Our server Stephanie was incredible and super friendly. We sat right by the kitchen which was immaculate and they had live music going on for Octoberfest which was a lot of fun. The portions were pretty large and the food was incredible. Probably the best Jager Schnitzel I’ve ever had. Honestly can’t hype this place up enough. It will definitely be a regular spot for us and a place we take all our friends to.
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