
Old Heidelberg is the German restaurant of choice in South Florida, situated in Fort Lauderdale on SR 84. Catering to Broward and Miami, many city visitors come to escape the hustle and bustle but, more importantly, get that authentic flavor of German cuisine. Located at (Marina Mile) and the Corner of 9th Avenue, it is known by aficionados of German cuisine to be authentic and delicious. Many are reminded of Bavaria when they enter Old Heidelberg and see its décor and surroundings, which are Tudor in style, with all the trimmings of a German restaurant. For example, try Old Heidelberg’s Wiener Schnitzel or Pork Shank. It is known for its good food throughout Florida.
Traditional German dishes & brews presented in a vibrant backdrop with live music on weekends.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 900 W State Rd 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Phone: (954) 463-6747
Website: http://heidelbergfl.com/
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Reviews
To start with the positive: the goulash soup was actually quite good. It had decent flavor and was the only dish that felt properly prepared.
Unfortunately, the rest of the meal was very poor.
The potato pancakes were especially disappointing. Traditional potato pancakes should be made with shredded potatoes, but these appeared to be made with mashed potatoes, which completely changed the texture and made them taste wrong.
The red cabbage was extremely bland and had a dull, discolored appearance, which made it seem like it had been reheated too many times.
The biggest issue was the Wiener schnitzel. It was very greasy, as if it had been cooked in excessive butter or oil. The flavor was overwhelmingly buttery rather than crisp and balanced. On top of that, there was a $6 upcharge for veal, even though authentic Wiener schnitzel is traditionally made with veal. The quality of the veal itself was also quite poor.
Another frustration was that the restaurant would not allow substitutions for the mashed potatoes that come with the dish. If you want fries instead, they charge an additional fee.
Overall, aside from the goulash soup, the food quality was very disappointing and far from what I would expect from a restaurant serving German cuisine. Based on this experience, I would unfortunately recommend avoiding this restaurant.
The potato pancakes, schnitzel, and fleischkase were made in-house and delicious. Prices are very reasonable too. We loved the genuinely friendly service and the local vibe.
And we tasted it. I recommend it. We had a great time. The portions are large. The beer is delicious.
After we sat down, quite a bit of time passed before the bartender appeared. As it later became clear, he had gone to the kitchen to pick up food for other guests — the restaurant has no bussers, and this immediately creates a sense of disorganization and a lack of proper workflow. The bartender himself seemed tired, though he was friendly and tried to be welcoming, which was probably one of the few positive aspects of the visit.
The smell in the establishment is something that really stood out — and not in a good way. There is a very strong damp, musty odor inside, and it’s noticeable right away. It makes the atmosphere uncomfortable, especially for a place where people come to relax and enjoy a meal.
Overall, the atmosphere and service left mixed impressions, leaning more toward the negative side. The place feels unpolished, worn down, and not particularly welcoming. Most likely, we won’t be returning.