What should I order at Kachelofen?
Kachelofen
Pork Shoulder
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, juicy, and well-prepared; one review highlights its soft and crunchy contrast, and another pairs it with smoked beer as an especially good match.
Bamberger Pork Knuckle
Praised for its perfectly cooked meat with a tender, juicy inside and crunchy outside, plus fermented cabbage that pairs well with the meat, sauce, and potatoes.
Franken Platter
Strongly recommended as a delicious shared meal with very juicy meat, and several reviewers mention it as a satisfying large regional platter.
Bamberg Plate
Mentioned as a hearty and plentiful traditional meal that was filling enough for two people and enjoyed after a long day of walking.
Bamberg Pfanne For Two
Recommended for its excellent combination of regional items like schäufele, krustbraten, and bratwurst, with cabbage cream on the side.
Bratwurst
Called out as excellent alongside sauerkraut and again as part of the Bamberg Pfanne For Two, showing it is a well-liked traditional choice.
Sauerkraut
Praised as a great accompaniment to the bratwurst and part of the traditional German meal experience.
Schäufele
Included in the Bamberg Pfanne For Two and recommended as part of the excellent traditional regional assortment.
Krustbraten
Highlighted in the Bamberg Pfanne For Two as one of the excellent traditional meats in the shared platter.
Smoked Beer
Specifically recommended for pairing well with the pork shoulder and described as excellent.
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 1 AM |
About Kachelofen
Enduring restaurant serving beer, wine & regional favorites in a warm, wood-paneled dining space.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Kachelofen known for?
Kachelofen is best known for schäufele, the Franconian pork specialty that appears most often in reviews, along with other traditional German dishes like savoy cabbage, leberknödel, bratwurst, and Jägerschnitzel. Reviewers also highlight the hearty portions and the fact that the food feels authentic and well seasoned.
What dishes are most recommended at Kachelofen?
The most recommended dishes are schäufele, Jägerschnitzel, the sausage variety plate for two, bratwurst with sauerkraut, and the mixed grill. Reviewers also mention the Bamberger pork knuckle and note that the mustard and fermented cabbage make the meal stand out.
What is the atmosphere like at Kachelofen?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, historic, and warm, with a wood-paneled dining room and a fireplace. It suits groups, tourists, and families, and reviewers say it still works well for a relaxed dinner or even solo dining because service is quick and welcoming.
Is Kachelofen good value, and what is the price range?
Kachelofen is in the €20 to €30 range, and reviewers repeatedly say the portions are large enough to share or leave you full. Several comments call the food well priced for the amount served, especially for dishes like the pork knuckle and mixed grill.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at Kachelofen?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and reviews mention that the restaurant can be busy with visitors and large groups. Even so, guests often report being seated quickly and getting fast service once they are in.
Is parking available at Kachelofen?
Yes. Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Kachelofen kid-friendly?
Yes, Kachelofen is good for kids.
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