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Am Knipp
Schnitzel with pepper sauce
Frequently praised for its perfect size, great crispy batter, and flavorful pepper sauce. Multiple reviews highlighted it as a standout dish that embodies authentic German cuisine.
Schnitzel with mushroom sauce
Highly recommended for its delicious taste and well-prepared mushroom sauce. Reviewers appreciated the flexibility of the sauce and the overall quality of the schnitzel.
Garlic escargots (garlic butter snails)
Mentioned several times as a tasty starter with excellent garlic flavor, adding to the traditional German dining experience.
Turkey breast with mushroom sauce
Noted for its good preparation and the option to customize the sauce, showing the restaurant's flexibility and quality.
Ribs (special menu item)
Described as cooked to perfection and falling off the bone, making it a memorable special when available.
Crème brûlée
Highly praised as a stunning dessert choice, providing a sweet finish to the meal.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 5:30 to 10 PM |
About Am Knipp
Robust meat plates & schnitzel in a 1600s building with tiles & wood beams, plus a beer garden.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Am Knipp known for?
Am Knipp is best known for schnitzel, especially schnitzel with pepper sauce and schnitzel with mushroom sauce, which reviewers repeatedly call flavorful, well-battered, and generously portioned. The restaurant is also praised for its traditional German food, beer, and historic setting in Aachen.
What dishes are most recommended at Am Knipp?
The most recommended dishes are schnitzel with pepper sauce, schnitzel with mushroom sauce, crème brûlée, and the mussels and clams that appear in review tags, plus carpaccio and garlic escargots from review excerpts. Reviewers also mention salads and potatoes as good side dishes, and several say one main dish can be enough for two people because portions are large.
What is the atmosphere like at Am Knipp?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, historic, and lively, with a traditional old beerhall feel, front and rear rooms, and a back garden area with gazebos and fairy lights. It suits groups, families, tourists, and solo diners, though reviews note it can be busy and a bit loud during dinner.
Is Am Knipp good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often describe the pricing as reasonable for the portion size, with the restaurant listed at €20 to €30. Several mention that the schnitzel portions are so large that one plate can be shared, which makes the meal feel good value for a dinner spot in Aachen.
Do you need a reservation at Am Knipp?
Reservations are strongly recommended, and the data says dinner reservations are recommended and accepted. Reviews say the restaurant is often packed, including on weeknights and during the Christmas market, so booking ahead helps avoid a wait.
Is parking available at Am Knipp?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Am Knipp kid-friendly?
Yes, Am Knipp is good for kids.
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