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Podium
Hamburger
Mentioned multiple times as delicious and a favorite dish, with one review specifically praising it and another noting the Podium Bürger (burger) as very tasty and recommendable.
Schnitzel
Highly recommended in several reviews, noted as huge, delicious, tender, and crispy. The Thüringer Senfschnitzel was specifically mentioned as a new and tasty discovery.
Homemade Lemonades
Frequently praised as refreshing, not too sweet, and a highlight of the visit. Several reviewers recommend trying these homemade drinks.
Sweet Potato Fries
Mentioned once as accompanying the hamburger with an amazing cranberry sauce, though some found the portion too large to finish.
Spargel (Asparagus)
Mentioned as part of the lunch menu and described as very delicious and recommendable.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| 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 & services
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 questions
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.
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