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What to order
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Schnitzel
Recommended multiple times for being huge, delicious, and very good value. Reviews also mention both normal and XXL portions, showing it is a popular and flexible choice.
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Thüringer Senfschnitzel
Specifically praised as köstlich (delicious) and highlighted as a memorable dish that the reviewer was happy to discover.
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Hamburger
Called out as a favorite by a reviewer who said they 'love the hamburger,' suggesting it is a standout item on the menu.
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Hausgemachte Limonade
Frequently recommended as refreshing and very tasty; several reviews specifically mention the homemade lemonade as a highlight.
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Cranberry Sauce
Mentioned positively as 'amazing' alongside the hamburger, indicating it was a notable and well-liked accompaniment.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
About Podium
Podium is a restaurant in Gera, Germany, serving German food and hamburgers. It offers dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert available. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and attentive service, fair prices, and good, flavorful food. Popular dishes mentioned often include schnitzel, burgers, German potatoes, rump steak, and roulade.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Podium known for?
Podium is best known for its schnitzel and burgers, with reviews also calling out German dishes like roulade and rump steak. Guests repeatedly mention that the portions are generous, the food is tasty, and the prices are fair to inexpensive for the quality.
What dishes are most recommended at Podium?
The most frequently recommended items are schnitzel, burgers, German potatoes, rump steak, and roulade. Reviewers also mention house-made lemonades and a cranberry sauce that pairs well with the burger, while sweet potato fries get mixed feedback because the portion can be large.
What is the atmosphere like at Podium?
Podium has a casual, cozy, and trendy feel, with outdoor seating and a bar onsite. Reviews describe friendly, attentive service and a setting that works well for groups, solo diners, and dinner outings, though the outdoor area can have a lot of smoking.
Is Podium good value, and what is the price range?
Podium is in the €20 to €30 price range, and reviewers often describe the food as fairly priced or very inexpensive for the portion size. The schnitzel is noted as huge, and several reviews say the quality and service make it a strong value for dinner.
Do you need a reservation at Podium?
Yes, dinner reservations are recommended, especially on busy days. Reviewers say the kitchen is efficient and waits are not long once seated, but reserving ahead is the safer choice for evening visits.
Is parking available at Podium?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot is available.
Does Podium have vegetarian options?
Yes, Podium offers vegan options.
Is Podium kid-friendly?
Yes, Podium is good for kids.
