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What should I order at Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH?
What to order
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Palatinate Trio
Recommended multiple times for offering a bit of everything including liver dumpling, bratwurst, and saumagen served with sauerkraut, gravy, and bread. Reviewers appreciated the variety and authentic German flavors.
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Schnitzel with Spatzle
Praised for being delicious and perfectly cooked, often enjoyed with brown gravy and paired with beer. Several reviewers highlighted it as a standout dish.
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Maultaschen
Mentioned specifically as tasting very good, adding to the authentic German food experience at the biergarten.
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Pork chop with mushroom sauce
Received a high rating for taste, described as a special and excellent dish on the menu.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
About Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH
Classic German dishes & local beers in an airy tavern with a huge beer garden overlooking the river.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer known for?
It is best known for Palatinate dishes like the Palatinate Trio, which includes liver dumpling, bratwurst, and saumagen with sauerkraut, gravy, and bread. Reviewers also repeatedly call out the wurstsalat, maultaschen, and schnitzel with spaetzle, especially for the food quality and the riverfront beer garden setting.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer?
The most frequently recommended items are wurstsalat, maultaschen, saumagen, and spaetzle, plus the Palatinate Trio and schnitzel with spaetzle. Reviewers also mention mixed Pfalz plates and German beers as strong choices, especially when paired with the house beer or a glass of wine.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer?
The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with a historic beer garden feel and outdoor tables overlooking the Rhine. It is described as a good spot for groups, solo diners, and date nights, especially when the weather is nice and people want to sit by the river.
Is Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20 to 30, and reviewers describe it as reasonably priced by some but a bit steep by others. Even so, many say the food, beer, wine, and location make the value worthwhile, especially for a meal in Speyer with river views.
When is the best time to visit Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer?
Reviewers suggest coming early or being ready for a wait, since it can be fully booked around 5 pm but still sometimes fits in walk-ins for an hour. The beer garden is especially popular when the weather is nice, and several reviews mention enjoying the outdoor tables in the evening with beer or glühwein.
Is parking available at Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH have vegetarian options?
Yes, Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH offers vegan options.
Is Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurant & Biergarten Alter Hammer, Krebs Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH is good for kids.
