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Hollerbach's Willow Tree Cafe
German Restaurant, Gluten-Free Restaurant, and Beer Garden$$$$
Sanford
"German restaurant had knockwurst potato pancakes"(5 Tips)
"Best thing on the menu is the Veal Zigeuner Schnitzel."(9 Tips)"Authentic German food at its best."(5 Tips)
"litre of Kostrizer Schwarzbier."(2 Tips)
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Ariana VoyerFebruary 3, 2019Fun to do Das Boot! Great German classics. This place is always busy so expect a wait to sit outside at peak times.
Patricia WrightJuly 26, 2014Awesome food, great entertainment and the service was wonderful. Went there with a group from the German/American Club in Legacy and it was perfect! My 3rd visit there and not disappointed once......
Krissy BermudezJune 10, 2013Love this place. Try the schnitzel Hollander art, the white asparagus really makes it great. There's live music if you go on the weekend, but try to get a reservation, place fills up fast!- Hands down the most authentic German restaurant. Ranks #1 in all my favorite German across the U.S. Don't forget the butcher shop around the corner called Magnolia market. yum.
One of the best German restaurants you will ever have the chance to visit. Great food, great atmosphere and great times to be had.
Try the Corned Beef And Cabbage With Red Potatoes And Dijon Egg Sauce - A 10 year tradition of turning whole steamship rounds into the most tender lean flavorful corn beef
Absolutely love the Holländer Schnitzel Art and the potato cakes and the Bee Sting cake and basically everything. Do yourself a favor and just eat here.
VP MillerOctober 27, 2012They have little accordians for the kiddos, and make a mean Shirley Temple. Ease kids into German cuisine by asking for Leiberkase (mixed meats loaf, fried, delicious!) with potato pancakes... prima!
Angela UrbinaNovember 27, 2015As a German this is as close as it gets to real authentic German food. Some items could be added to the menu, such as Schweinebraten, and Rehbraten, wildschweinbraten, leberknödel
Sean NortonOctober 19, 2014Upset that one man can't have a boot! Besides that food was filling and the beers were delicious. Pricing was high. Maybe make it a special occasion night.
Gary Barrett JrFebruary 22, 2013If you leave hungry it is your own fault. Best German food around. Have not experienced anything from the menu that I did not like. Dine on an entertainment night for a real gasthaus experience.
Mike DJuly 30, 2021German food should be served in moderation - not sure if that's helpful when choosing between the strudel and the bratwurst - true story
Alexander Kolozvary JrMay 12, 2015Watch beerfest movie and then stop by for a "DAS BOOOTTttt!" The food here is great. Stop by the market next door afterward for the chocolate cake balls.
Nicki DionAugust 4, 2017Gr8 German restaurant had knockwurst potato pancakes and sweet red cabbage awesome and a pilsner would go back even tho it's 60 miles lol
Genevieve McGinnessJuly 28, 2015Beer selection is awesome. The Pretzel was ginormous and cheese dip was great!!
Frank CaramanicaMay 1, 2021Best German food in the area. Newspaper sized menu with excellent options. Plus friendly professional service.
Sally WordMarch 1, 2013Anyone who thinks this is authentic or tasty has never had real or truly good German food. The only "good" thing here is the beer & the band.
Eisbein is a must order if you love pork, this dish just melts in your mouth & full of flavor.
Susan ClaryAugust 29, 2011Fiery owner who yelled at our Dachshund meet-up group even though we made reservations. Aside from that, try the Schnitzel w/ fried egg, anchovies and capers it was awesome!
John Bryan IadelucaFebruary 18, 2013Don't forget dessert! Apple Strudel, Black Forrest Cake, Chocolate Cheesecake, etc ... It's Fat Kid Happy Time sitting in the glass case!
CVO RiderAugust 30, 2022Best German food I’ve had since leaving Germany. Great atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Heather CulpJuly 17, 2012The food is the closest thing to my Oma's home-cooked German meals and the atmosphere is authentic. I highly recommend!
Moe BettaFebruary 14, 2015Everything is good. So worth it if you want a real taste of Germany. Gemütlichkeit
Susan HollandFebruary 14, 2015My favorite place in central Florida! I am in love with the entire menu!
Everything is good. But the gourmet potato pancakes are probably the best.
Best German band I have ever heard. Anyone who can play cow bells, the saw and a turkey baster (yea) has my respect!!!
On a stormy wet night in Sanford this place is still packed with people enjoying the excellent German food, beer, & live music.
Michele AppApril 6, 2013Best beer selection around. One of my top 5 places to go. Really love it here.
Francisco RodriguezJuly 11, 2010While the service was extremely slow...the food was incredible and the atmosphere was excellent plus a huge selection of German beers. What more can you ask for???
In the name of all that is holy... The chocolate pie is simply orgasmic. If you pass this up then you are beyond mental.
I had the schnitzel with mushrooms gravy, red cabbage with spaetzel.
The Rubinstein was good, but a bit small. Desserts are delicious!
Greg SchulzDecember 17, 2014The sauerbraten was excellent. Their iced tea was good if you like unsweetened.
After dinner, since you are close to Sanford Ave...stop by Ellens Wine Room for more Fine Beers and Wines
If you want a table in the weekend, better call a few weeks in advance.
Try the Beef Filet - with Heaven and Earth Potatoes and German mixed vegetables
- Best thing on the menu is the Veal Zigeuner Schnitzel. It is soo yummy....
Lori BrownAugust 3, 2010Never had slow service there though I normally go during lunch time. I have gone a few dinner time too and it's always been great. Perhaps Francisco visited during when they were short handed or somet- Try the Beer Cheese Soup - 6 cheeses. Mirepoix Krombacher pils. Chicken stock. On the menu today
- Try the Birthday cake - Liesl 90th birthday cake see the beer in her hand happy birthday liesl from the willowtree
Paula WFebruary 13, 2012Osa is the most awesome server! The food is delicious! Entertainment was wonderful!
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(407) 321-2204
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