We went to Royal Bavaria with family who were visiting from another state. We walked in with a group of 8 and were seated right away, as it wasn't very busy when we arrived. Our waitress was wonderful and gave us great service. We ordered an array of dishes and everyone was very happy with their meal. It was delicious! We then ordered bread pudding, apple dumplings, and the streudel. All were delicious and we split them all among our group of 8. Will definitely be back soon and cannot wait for another wonderful experience.
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Art T.
This is some knock-out German food! Not to mention the excellent in-house brewed beer! I've been to many a similar place, and I can honestly say that I would come back here for sure if I were in the vicinity again. I had the Jaegerschnitzel, which they are apparently famous for. It was huge! I could barely get through half! Probably didn't help I had the potato/wurst soup to start, which was also excellent. And it came with a salad, which was also very good. The creamy garlic dill dressing is not to be missed! The schnitzel was big, and very well prepared; the frying technique was spot on. The breading wasn't too heavy, and it stayed on the cutlet throughout the meal. Seems like a pan-frying job, though if it's deep-fried, then they really know what they are doing there. The sauce was great, but honestly... not the best I've ever had... though it was still very good! Mushrooms were very flavorful, and other ingredients shone through quite nicely. I've had a few jaegers before, is all, and I have a spot in my heart for another at the top rung. ;) Service was spotty, but mostly good. I was seated near the servers close to closing, so probably not the best seat in the house at that hour. Still, my server was fairly attentive, amiable, and professional. Definitely worth coming back if I'm in OKC in the future!
(4)
Brandy W.
Okay, I will start by saying my parents LOVE this place and my wife has wanted to try it forever. I was leery, as I am not an ethnic food fan usually and I don't like Kraut... I know.... just shoot me. We met some friends here for dinner and I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the cheese stuffed sausage, sans kraut, with mashed potatoes. It was delicious! I would definitely order it again. The dessert was incredible as well. We had the vanilla cream pastry and it melts in your mouth. We do not drink but they appear to have their own brews and had an awesome little bell they ring when someone orders certain drinks. The waitresses were in traditional German clothes, which added a nice fun flair to the whole thing. **WARNING: Watch your speed on the road there... it seems like a 60mph but it is not! I can assure you!!!! Tons of radaring going on both directions...
(4)
Jeff C.
Best German food to be found in OKC area! I lived in Germany for four years and travel there regularly for business. This is the real thing. The mixed grill was awesome. They even have curry ketchup for your fries! The Bier is made on site and every one is fabulous. For some reason we haven't been here in a couple years, but now we will be back again soon. The Thursday buffet is a great deal
(4)
Solomon W.
If there ever was a restaurant/brewery that needed to be shown on TV, this would be it. In between Norman (South of Moore) and OKC (North of Moore), sort of on the Eastern side (if you draw a very small triangle), this sits on somewhat of a small highway. And it is huge with an enormous biergarten. They do 3 year-round brews and a special that the brewmaster uses to keep you on your toes, booze-wise. The Gold was crisp, with a very clean flavor. It was almost cider-like in mouthfeel. Definitely would taste like piss water in the winter... then again, it feels like summer most of the year here. The Weizen was a little too light for a wheat, though that tends to happen a lot of the time. The Oktoberfest, a typically heavy autumn beer you crank out when the seasons change in order to "weather you in", had an amazing balance. Heck, I drank it in the dead of June outdoors. A lighter one, no doubt. The special was a Pilsner. It had a crisp, honey back note. I didn't try the grub here, but I would say that it would pair well with any of their beers. No need to really look into the nuances, textures, and temperature of the food--their beers are all balanced and great in mouthfeel, in a fashion that truly goes great with anything when you are "thirsty" and hungry.
(4)
Vaughan L.
Went here with the in-laws last night and was pleasantly surprised. It was located (to me) in the middle of nowhere on a small highway but didn't disappoint. It's been in business since 1994'ish and has an authentic German menu. They brew their own beers on site as well. I opted for their seasonal Oktoberfest was surprisingly light and refreshing as opposed to a typically heavier seasonal offering. The wife and I shared the "Gemischter Wurstteller mit Sauerkraut und Kartoffelbrei" or sausage sampler from the grill. We had 4 different sausages to nosh on. All were excellent. The Chicken Cordon Bleu veal schnitzel was the big surprise for me. It was amazing. A bit heavy for me, but I stole a few more "sample" bites from my mother-in-law. The only criticism we heard was mixed reviews from the table on the snapper and their Spätzle was a bit bland compared to what we're used to. Other than that, everything from service to price was inline with an overall great experience. They do live music in their biergarten with an all-you-can-eat buffet on Thursdays!
(4)
David T.
Came here for a large birthday party. Great food and terrific server team. Band covered classic boomer era music very well.
(5)
Cara O.
We only go here on special occasions because it's easily $25 a person. A bit pricey for us. The atmosphere is fun because the girls are dressed in traditional looking German clothes and the architecture inside and out is very European. It really is a neat place. The food is EXTREMELY heavy and while it is very good, I have my doubts on some of its authenticity. I lived in Germany for three years. The brats are good but you can get those lots of places. I am pretty sure the gravy on the potatoes is just regular American brown gravy. The schnitzel is good but not great. Overall, the food is good. There is nothing bad there. I just question the authenticity and because I question the authenticity, I also question the pricing. However, they do really well for groups and big parties. We always go with a party of at least 20 and have never had a bad experience with the service.
(3)
Joy M.
Great for a group dinner. Large tables with square cushions to protect your bum from the hard bench. Service and ambiance, awesome. Food, hit or miss. I like the largeness of the dining area here. It's basically a grown up version of Das Boot Camp. I know they are both owned by the same peeps and that DBC was opened last, but I'm leaning towards liking Das Boot more. Why the A-OK? German cuisine is not my favorite because I feel like the food is plain jane. Simple, no frills, not much salt used. For me, a 3.5 would be more suitable for an all around experience. To start: Assorted bread basket. My favorite were the rolls. They reminded me of a baguette. Crispy on the outside with doughy soft center. Since I've had the schnitzels and the standard and not so standard fare at Das Boot I figured that they will probably taste the same at RB. So, I ordered and shared the brisket plate. It came with a house salad, fried potatoes, and brussel sprouts. Brussel sprouts were cooked well, but I don't think I'll ever get used to the bitter aftertaste. The creamy gravy for the brisket was bland. Didn't care for the brisket. The potatoes were the best thing right next to the dill salad dressing. These crispy thin cut potatoes were coated with a yummy seasoning salt that would have been great to dip in the dill dressing if I had a side of it! To finish off I was advised to order the apple strudel. Not my thing. I liked the ice cream and the studel dough only. The apples were tart and crispy and not sweet. It wasn't exactly what I like in a dessert.
(3)
Brent B.
Great noodles, atmosphere and friendly staff! Can't wait for the bier garden to reopen! This place has been around for years, one of OKC's treasures!
(5)
Allison E.
Such a hidden treasure! My Fiance and I love it so much that we come here nearly every weekend right before 5 p.m and wait outside for the doors to open. I literally crave their food during the work week. (The food tastes just like my great grandmas secret recipes and my mothers current secret recipes) I've ordered so many different dishes here and each has wonderful flavor plus a huge portion! My family is from Nuremberg so I'm constantly trying to find places that remind me of home... and Royal Bavaria does just that. The owner and floor manager(?) are both incredibly nice! The owner even bought shots for myself, fiance and friend! The wait staff are so nice and very VERY polite. Some of them I feel like I've known for months after just meeting them for the first time, that's just how at home they make you feel. You want Authentic German food in an inviting place? Come here.
(5)
J Jason B.
Long story short: A very special place. Everything is German. Not just the food and the beer- every stone, every piece of lumber, every decoration. The mastermind and original owner was likely to visit your table with a German newspaper in hand, he'd introduce you to his German wife, regale you with stories of the last turkey shoot (a German tradition), buy you a round of in-house German beers, and if he liked you, he would serve his private reserve pear schnapps from a German sterling tea set. When I asked him why he chose to build so far out in the country he said, "Because zis iz how it looks in Germany." I might go as far as to say I've never been treated so well in a restaurant. I would probably like it even more if I ate meat, yes, but I'm not going to fault the Germans for having a traditionally sausage-heavy diet. There are plenty of authentic meatless (but probably not vegan) options to still have a genuine foodie adventure. Purple sauerkraut is my fave.
(5)
Mat D.
Went for my birthday Friday night (9/13). Decided to go there because of all the great reviews but I guess when they are busy don't expect your food for a good 2 hours. We ordered at 7:24 pm and the food rolled out at 9:20. The salad came out around 8:45. Pretty pathetic, had a friend leave the table and instead eat at home around 9. His plate was around $20. If I wasn't drinking the liter boots I would've probably done the same thing. Instead I got boozed up with friends and made fun of the service and staff because it was very apparent they can not handle a large crowd. And when it comes to ordering a drink, we had to order our next beer when the waiter served us because there was only one person working the bar with a full restaurant. Super slow service. From now on when I want German food I will make the trek out to Old Germany in Choctaw even though this restaurant is 3 miles from my house. That will be the last time I eat here.
(1)
Hot Tub J.
Cannot be stopped = the schweinshank is the total blizz! Chef and staff are super attentive and the beer is made in haus (see what i did there?) and just a wonderful experience. I will drive from Calumet and back just to eat dinner here. It is THAT good.
(4)
Dominic C.
I was here when it first opened in 1994. This place was packed every weekend. Royal Bavaria was easily the best German restaurant in Oklahoma and the surrounding states. They used to make their own sausages and the black forest cake was one of the best I've had. But it was the ham shank that kept bringing me back. The ham shank used to be big and that helped it keep all the juices in. It was also made fresh daily. They would make a fixed number of shanks and if they ran out, too bad. Now the ham shank is small, dry and pre-made. Jorge, the original owner, told me how he made the shanks. It's definitely not done the same. It's pre-made and frozen. This place is in decline. No long packed on a Saturday night. No more polka band. You can tell the new owner lost his passion. The copper beer distillers used to be polished and shiny when Jorge was there. Now it's dull and blemished. I used to bring people there all the time. I brought in lots of new customers. Now these people tell me they've stopped coming because the food isn't as good anymore. I'm not returning too.
(1)
David B.
We had a real German feast tonight! We lived three years in the Rhine Valley of Germany and we miss Germany. Our experience at the Royal Bavaria took us back to those fun days. Our son had traditional schnitzel with homemade noodles. My wife had potato soup and the appetizer plate with various types of cold meats. I had the mixed grill. Get a side of the homemade currie ketchup for the delicious fries. All was hot, made from scratch and delicious! I had a mug of the King's Gold traditional Munich lager, brewed on the premises. Be sure to get the bread basket with a delicious hot pretzel. The mustard for dipping the pretzel is wonderful. For dessert our son had rich German chocolate cake and I had the cream streudal. Delicious! Prices are somewhat expensive but the servings are huge and the ingredients are the best. I was very impressed with all the hearty flavors. Our service was excellent! Highly recommend.
(5)
Zoe M.
This is going to be one of my shortest reviews ever. Here's why: 1. Everything was really delicious. 2. Grandma's maiden name: SCHEXNAYDER 3. The pork dish I had tasted exactly like my grandma's pork roast from my childhood. It actually took me a minute to figure out where I had had this dish before, because this is only the second time I ever went to a German restaurant. So I was puzzled for a minute at the dish's familiarity. Grandma's been dead for 11 years now. She didn't cook in her last 4 or 5 years of life because she was in a wheelchair. So I haven't had pork like this in 15/16 years. You won't regret a single morsel of the food here; your only regret will be the bill. ;) It is a little pricey... $15-25 per entree, with most falling between 18 and 21. But very worth it! I can't spend this much on dinner every weekend, but this will probably be my place for the birthday from now on.
(5)
Cameron H.
As the last person stated, who have thought to find a German/Bavarian Restaurant in the middle of no where. Really, it is in the middle of no where. If traveling to this place in the evening, it can be easily missed. I was really impressed with the exterior decor as well as the interior decor. It did remind of a German restaurant ( from the times I visited Germany a few years back). Unfortunately, the workers were very young and as American as you can get. With all the decor (interior and exterior) it would have been cool to have people who work there who speak German or at least had a European accent. Nonetheless, I was impressed with the beer. Went down smooth as German beer should. The food was very traditional as well. Most say German food is not flavorful but I thought it was good. My only complaint was that the service was a bit slow. But for something different in Oklahoma City, it is worth the visit.
(4)
Seth C.
The beer is great! They brew the beer onsite which makes it all the better. Try the king's witzen. Food is authentic German cuisine. Very tasty. Don't be intimidated by all of the German food, just ask your server for help! Great atmosphere and service.
(5)
Helio M.
Despite the other reviewers, I'm not sure how authentic this place is. I think it was originally run by a German cook who ended up going back to Germany. His partner who was from OKC then continued the business. So the roots are there, but food is just alright and I've been there three times over a 4 month period. This I gleaned from a conversation with a guy who's been going there for 10 years plus, but take it with a grain of salt. The first time there my hefeweizen tasted funky, like something went wrong with the batch of beer. I ordered an assortment of links, but was not really thrilled that I got a hot dog, a two jimmy dean sausages and a brautwerst. And my vegetables were swimming in oil and spices. I was non-plussed for shit I could cook myself. The other two times it was fairly similar, although they must've cleaned up the tank of beer because the King's Gold didn't taste like ass. Although they botched the chicken, because it was paper dry. The upside to a sub-par dinner were the brussel sprouts soaked in oil (see the trend?) and spices. Occasionally there's a band that plays and each time I've gone they've been pretty good. They're worth the beer and oily food. So. If you're looking to relive or have an authentic German experience for the first time, purchase yourself a ticket and go there. If you want to pay for over-priced food, drink funky beer and eat oily sprouts - come here.
(3)
Edward J.
The food is plentiful and tasty. The beer is good, the atmosphere is great. The portions were large. I had the pleasure of dining with a German man (possibly a spy), among others, and he swears by this place. The owner used to be the cook here. We met the guy and he gave us a free pretzal the size of a large frisbee with pate, cheese and mustard on the side for dipping. (No double dipping encountered) I must admit one of my beers, the oktoberfest, tasted a little off. Not sure what was wrong with it but it had a slight funny taste. I ate too much and I felt like hell afterwords, that has nothing to do with this review, just FYI.
(4)
Sho G.
Im going to give this place 5 stars because having an authentic German restaurant in Norman/Moore is really cool. I've lived in much bigger cities and had to drive much farther for this type of experience. The beer here is fantastic. The bread and pretzels are amazing and just wait until you dip a pretzel in their mustard. There is a large selection of food that is high quality. Only downside is the price (Im cheap) but if you compare their prices against other similar German restaurants elsewhere its normal. Be sure to check their hours before you go because they aren't open all the time. They also have a slightly different menu that is cheaper on Wednesdays.
(5)
Call_Me D.
True German spot, and they brew their own beer on site. This seems standard, but actually VERY rare in OKC. The owner is a German guy who will come have beers with you if it's getting late and the kitchen is closed. There's an outdoor beer garden too which is nice in the spring and fall. The only bummer about this place is it's a little out of the way, but it's worth the trip. I recommend the pretzel with pate, and a King's gold. If you're feeling tough, order it in a 2-liter boot (but don't expect to drive home).
(5)
Jenny B.
I haven't tried a lot of German places, but this restaurant is GREAT. A fun atmosphere, and great hearty meals. And, of course, Das Boot.... They've always had half-, one-, and two-liters, but now they have THREE-liters. The three liter really isn't a boot... it's a glass bucket. So if you're a guy, and you like to prove your manliness, you'd probably enjoy drinking a bucket of beer. I've found that the best plate to get is the sausage sampler. It comes with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes (I think?). Goes great with the beer. The waitstaff is really friendly, so no problems there. Their menu can get a bit pricey, but I guess that's kind of expected with great food like that. They're only open for dinners on certain days.
(4)
Allison K.
If you like German food, this is the place to go. The food is too heavy for my taste, and I'm not much of a carnivore, but my friends enjoy it a lot. It's definitely a must if you like meat, vegetables, and meat. Point of interest: Royal Bavaria brews their own beer in a well behind the restaurant (located on some land out in the boonies). If there's any words I love to hear about beer, it's "German" and "fresh-brewed." The beer is light and smooth and oh-so-flavorful (a nice remedy to domestic beer). I had the King's Gold and died and went to heaven. Then I tried the King's Weizen and died and went to a better heaven. The waiter told us that they are starting to sell their beer in kegs. It's on my to-do list to get one and not let anyone else have any. Even if you aren't a German food lover, Royal Bavaria is definitely the right place for a beer lover.
(4)
James G.
I met some friends here for a beer. I showed up expecting to get a pint of German beer. I was shocked when I found out that they brewed their own beer and that you can order it in a 2 litter boot. I didn't order any food but the other guys did and it looked and smelled amazing!
(4)
Don W.
Expensive but top notch service, good food, and nice atmosphere. I have only dined at Royal Bavaria once, and though it required a taxing drive and pricey bill, it is quite impressive nonetheless. Likes: For starters, the wait staff was highly knowledgeable about the fine details regarding the menu. They were also courteous, efficient, and mannerly. Being a group of five, we appreciated being seated in a corner room where we could have conversations and hear each other easily. Even in the main room, however, though the pub-like decor and significant number of diners might in another restaurant have caused a headache, it was surprisingly quiet there. Royal Bavaria is operated by natives of Munich, and the food is both authentic and very tasty. Though I am not a beer person, according to others in my group, the authentic German-style beer which is brewed at Royal Bavaria is strikingly smooth and flavorful. A deep red in color, my 59 year old father said that the King's Oktoberfest variety was the most flavorful beer he has ever had (and he's had a few beers in his time). At $4.50 for a 16 oz frothy mug, it's not terribly expensive either. The spatzle (homemade pasta in a cheesy cream sauce) was superb, and the wiener schnitzel (fried pork tenderloin) was clearly homemade and tasted quite good. Their salads and breads were good as well, but certainly not to die for. Dislikes: The only real downside to Royal Bavaria (besides the $20-30 per person price, which isn't terrible) was the location. The place is really in the boonies, and you'd never expect it to be where it is. A word of caution - Google maps places the restaurant at 3401 Sooner Rd in Moore, but some street signs in the area refer to Sooner as 12th Ave NE, and some maps show the same street as Oklahoma 77-H. It's all the same road. The restaurant is on the west side in a large building that almost resembles a ski lodge. Also of note, they are only open for dinner, starting at 4:30pm.
(4)
Derek L.
Who would have guessed? A German restaurant in Oklahoma??? Far fetched as it would seem, this is an authentic Bavarian restaurant. The heavy set German hostess with a German accent holding beers in her hand will assure you of that. Food is great. Service can be slow if you order after a big party. Don't expect to split the beer in a boot, as you might share a pitcher. Anyone ordering a beer in a boot can expect to drink it all by him or herself. They even have the bell ring when someone order schnapps!
(4)
Mark J.
This is the best German restaurant in OKC. Seating is Bavarian, which means you sit anywhere you want, even if others are sitting at the other end of the table. This makes for interesting dinner conversations sometimes and cold looks from the others some times.... Some people just don't get it. The food is great and the best thing I have found is the sausage sampler - 4 authentic German sausages with great sauerkraut and bread. Good Wienerschnitzel, good hams, and a fantastic potato soup. They brew their own beers here, and I'm particularly fond of the wheat beer, but they're all good. It's a little hard to find (out in the boonies between SE OKC and NE Moore) but it's defintely worth the effort.. Prost!
(5)
Amanda F.
Cheese curds are a must (not on buffet)! Thursday buffet for $17pp was a great place for a birthday party. Not as busy as I remember but maybe it's crazier when the weather cools down. Service was outstanding and those special schnapps shots were fun to try. Litters of beer are festive! We will order off menu next time around. Fun and yummy Okie gem!
(4)
Aaron S.
My family and I come here once per year to celebrate my birthday which is in winter. As soon as the first cold snap comes through everyone in my family starts talking about the annual night at Royal Bavaria. The beer is great (Octoberfest is my favorite) and the food is very very good. It is a very good idea to make a reservation as they are usually quite busy! Bread baskets are great, the german salads are different but good as well. My personal favorite is the Schnitzel. It is a lot of fun and we spend several hours there enjoying the atmosphere, great food, and everyone enjoys themselves!
(5)
Scott H.
Finally had dinner at Royal Bavaria after hearing about this place from friends for years. It was during the week, so the place wasn't crowded. I like the feel of the joint, it's semi-authentic I would say, but very comfortable. The tables seat 8 comfortably, and we sat at one with a half booth on one side. They had pillows for comfort, which was nice. We were immediately approached by our server, dressed in a traditional dress you see at German beer joints. We had a couple beers which were true to their German ancestry. To start, we went with the sausage appetizer. This is around $15 and gives you 4 types of sausage to share and a mound of sauerkraut in the middle. All were fantastic, I thought the wurst with cheese was maybe the best cheese infused sausage I've ever had. They were all juicy and flavorful. This is a great start to the meal, and imminently shareable. To eat, I went with my favorite German restaurant dish: Jagerschnitzel. This is schnitzel served with a bacon/mushroom gravy and spatzle. The pork version of this dish is $19 at Royal Bavaria, but I opted to pay the $5 upcharge and go with veal. This is a large dish, you get 2 good sized schnitzels with the order. I took one home and was still full. The schnitzels are fried crispy, but were dry in a few spots. That being said, I really enjoyed them and would order the dish again. The spatzle is traditional and goes well with the gravy. The gravy is good, I could have used more of it actually. Additionally, it was underseasoned, so I added a good dose of salt and pepper at the table. But, this was solid version of this dish overall. The table shared the chocolate bread pudding (I'm not even going to attempt to put the German name in this review). It was good, a little too sweet for me with the chocolate and orange caramel sauce. But, it's a large dessert and a good value for $7. Service was fantastic throughout. Never had to ask for beer or water refills, and she was great with my 4 year old son and the 2 year old son of the friends we were with. Be advised the parking lot is entirely dirt. So, I can see how it would be problematic if it's raining heavily. But, even if it's a bit of a drive from our house, I will absolutely return.
(4)
Matt M.
Das Boot!. I have been going to Royal Bavaria for years now, and they continue to deliver a traditional Bavarian experience, from the handcrafted beers to appetizers, entrees, music, and ambiance. The Sausage Sampler continues to be my favorite, which is an excellent appetizer for a small group, or you can personally order this as an entree with sides for just a little more, at $15.79. Look for Gemischter Wurstteller mit Sauerkraut und Kartoffelbrei, on the menu, a sausage sampler with a variety of 4 sausages, served with German sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and gravy. I often substitute their red cabbage or German potato salad as sides, both of which are excellent as well. I also HIGHLY recommend the beer - get a beer sampler if you can't decide, pick your favorite of the three, and then get a 1-liter boot. It is the affordable way to go. A lot of the entrees are good, albeit pricey. I would ask about the daily specials, as they will be fresh and fun. Going for quantity and taking some home is always an option! Look for the Schlachtplatte "ROYAL BAVARIA" which is a Bavarian butcher's platter, grilled smoked pork chop, gourmet ham, and Nürnberger sausage, served with German sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and gravy for only $19.79. Quite the steal! If there is a downside, it is that some of the desserts lack in execution and flavor, such as the Apfelkücherl mit Zimtzucker und Vanille- Eis (deep-fried apple) which is too doughy. The apple strudel is better, but still not a dessert that transports me back to Bavaria. Just have more beer as dessert instead! Overall, this place is WELL WORTH the drive. Check their website for hours, paying attention to times they are open. But that is not enough - I encourage you call ahead for a reservation. It is a good place for groups, but can fill up fast, especially when there is live music.
(5)
Benjamin G.
So let me first say that I genuinely enjoyed Royal Bavaria for a few years, moved away, and have just moved back. It's possible that this was unusual, in fact I hope it was. I'll update this if it turns out to be so. Food: about 4 stars Everything else: 1 or 2 stars The service was just short of abysmal. The waitress didn't check on us very often, though she was friendly. The food took nearly an hour to arrive. I don't really think that needs to be expanded on. Then there was the band. The band was so bad that at first I tried to get inside to get away from them. They were so bad that each song they picked turned good music bad. They were so bad that when they made a joke about the cost to get them to leave I seriously thought about doing it. I guess what I'm saying is that they were bad. The food itself was really salty, but that might just be me. Flavor was otherwise excellent. I almost forgot the beer! It's decent, but definitely nothing to write home about and certainly not enough to redeem the bad service and ludicrous wait time.
(2)
Brett G.
They don't have real "Authentic" German food when I passed by the kitchen it was pre-made items in a bag thrown into the fryer!!!. I had also asked the waitress of they had dark beer, and what I received was pretty much a Newcastle. They do not serve Braunschweiger, nor do they serve dark beer! I will not ever go back to this over priced non authentic establishment again!
(1)
Jeffery T.
Kinda went back and forth on whether this was 3 or 4 stars. Figured I liked enough outside of my meal to go ahead and give it the extra star. 2 Stck. Scharfe Hänchen Bratwurst mit Pommes Frites und Curry Ketchup 3.5/5 Two "spicy" chicken sausages with french fries and curry ketchup. I don't know how to pronounce any of those words in German outside of "Curry" and "Ketchup." The sausages were "okay" nothing blew me away about them. Not really anything I would call spicy myself, but they still tasted alright. There's something about chicken sausages that maybe I just am not a big fan of. The french fries were pretty tasty though and I loved the curry ketchup. Strangely they were the best part of the meal. King's Weizen (beer) 5/5 Good stuff! I'm always happy with beers that aren't incredibly hoppy because it takes some serious work to get that taste to be good. Atmosphere I imagine because it was a Tuesday afternoon the place wasn't all that busy. The ladies wear traditional (maybe?) German dresses. For some reason we were seated at this huge table that could easily sit 8 or 9 people when there was only two of us. This made me feel really lonely. I liked being able to look over and see the brewery. Server I feel bad I never remember people's name but she was super nice. She had lost her voice, but made sure she was able to be heard and still remained really friendly. Nice lady! This is a place I want to go back to because I really believe they have some good stuff. I sampled a few bites from Rachel S's plate and found it enjoyable. I'll have to go back some time.
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Rachel S.
We don't have an abundance of German restaurants here, especially if you compare it with the surplus of other eateries like Thai or Mexican/Tex-Mex. The most unfortunate part is only that the location is fairly out of the way. On a positive spin, it kind of adds to the atmosphere and I'm sure the biergarten is great when it's not freezing cold. Fried cheese curds with German mustard and dill sauce (5/5): This looks like a newer item on the menu, because it isn't listed on the site menu. The great part about these fried items is that the breading has a crispy quality and completely avoids being greasy and unpleasant. The cheese inside is stringy, and isn't at all rubbery or difficult to chew. It comes with dill and mustard, both of which are very good. Bayerischer Schweinebraten in Biersauce mit Semmelknödl, Blaukraut: Roasted pork shoulder (4/5): The meat was juicy and tasty and fell apart so easily. My only complaint is that it was a bit too fatty which somewhat took away from the succulent taste of the rest of it. Bread dumpling with gravy (4/5): I love dumplings and all the various interpretations of them. This German dumpling was very thick and well complimented by the brown gravy that it was soaked in. It was just a bit too salty, but not enough so to be overwhelming. Red cabbage (5/5): Some of my favorite cabbage to date. Before this, I only really liked the cabbage that I make at home. The cabbage seemed to be boiled but was flavored in a way that made it so very pleasant. Russ (5/5): A beer drink that was half King's Weizen and half Mountain Dew. I very much dislike Mountain Dew, but found the mix to be very tasty.
(5)
Eric P.
An Alpen Haus rises in the flat horizon outside OKC - Royal Bavaria. Very nice, clean, quaintly decorated restraint and brewery. The Oktobefest Märzenbok Bier is tasty, as are the cheese curds with homemade mustard and dill sauces. Chris our server is polite, knowledgable and swift mit alles. For dinner I had the Rinderroulade mit Kartoffelbrei und Blaukraut und Spätzle. Alles schmeckt fantastisch!
(4)
Joshua H.
I love this place. Good food, always a friendly staff, good atmosphere, good beer. Get the bread basket too. Great variety of German bread on it. I can't say enough good about it. They also have a nice outdoor area.
(5)
Ervin B.
This place was pretty good. It was my first time eating German food and this place set the bar pretty well. I got the mixed meat plate which was delicious! The meats were very tender. They craft their own beer, I got the King's gold which was fantastic. Me and my friends ended up purchasing a keg of their Octoberfest. Overall this place was great!
(5)
Carolyn S.
Called, asked if we needed reservations. Was told no, but get there before 7 p.m. When we got there we were told no tables were available because we didn't have a reservation. Manager didn't seem to care we were told different. Can't tell you how the food was. But the service sucks. We call and ASKED if we needed reservations.we were told NO. Was not offered a place on the reserve list. So the person who replied, lied in his response. And it was a Thursday night.
(1)
David A. M.
Ich liebe Royal Bavaria!!!! I am so conflicted about writing this review because I want to keep this place all to myself and not share with anyone ever for any reason. But, alas, I am here to sing the praises of what has now become my favorite spot in the OKC metro (at least for this week). This is authentic German fare straight from Deutschland. Everything we had at the table was fresh and awesome. The service was phenomenal and kid friendly. Laid back and authentic and the atmosphere is one of a kind. Sausages, schnitzel, pretzels, kraut, and don't miss the mashed potatoes and home made noodles too. The appetizers of pretzels and sausage sampler are killer. Nothing critical to say about this place. Absolutely loved it. There is a reason why people drive from all over to go to this place out in the middle of the country. A+ When I have people from out of town come to visit, this will now be the place I take them. Theres nothing like Royal Bavaria on this side of the Atlantic.
(5)
Carly N.
A friend and I arrived on a Saturday night around dinner time. We were immediately seated in a more private room right by the front door. I was glad for that because the rest of the restaurant was packed and loud. Our waiter was a very sweet man, Daniel. He was one of the best waiters I've had in a long time. And good service is hard to find nowadays. I ordered a sausage plate that came with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. I loved everything on my plate. I pretty much licked it clean. Prices are comparable to other German restaurants I have been to. My bill after tip was about $20. I walked in with expectations of paying a higher price for the type of food I was getting so that is something to keep in mind; don't be shocked at the prices. I felt like it was worth every penny because the food was great, the restaurant was nice, and service was excellent.
(5)
Chana R.
THREE WORDS: CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING! We like to search for some good local food when away from hometown and we were definitely delighted at Royal Bavaria. This is our first time in Oklahoma and even though we did not find much to do around town, this place is so good that it made me want to re visit the town. Yep it's that good. It could be that back in DFW we are lacking of some good German food. I was really looking for some love in schnitzel. I started to forget how good they were in Austria. I think I finally found the closest here! We ordered: - Sausage Sampler - Jägerschnitzel mit Pilzrahmsauce, Spätzle (Pork, but can pay extra $5 for Veal) - Schweinshax'n"Braumeister" mit Biersauce, Semmelknödl (Ham Shank) - Bayrischer Schokoladen Scheiterhaufen (Bavarian chocolate bread pudding with orange - caramel sauce) - Oktoberfest Bier. The sausage is tasty but it's not stellar. I have had better or maybe it's just my preference. However, the sauerkraut is super yum. It seems fresh made to me. It's got great flavor not too tart and the cabbage is still a bit crunchy, a good crunch. We asked for curry ketchup to eat with the sausage. (It cost $1 and we didn't know that till we got the check. It's ok because it's tastier than the curry ketchup in the bottle I have at home.) The schnitzle is very yum! The way they breaded and fried that pork is just awesome. It's not overly coated with bread crumbs, the breaded part didn't separate from the meat. The meat is tender, the mushroom/bacon gravy is tasty. I have no comment on Spätzle, has never been a big fan of it because its bland taste. The texture is good though. The Ham Shank is great. We ate it up, the bone was almost squeaky clean. Good texture, good flavor. The bread dumpling that comes with it is a little bland in taste but good in texture (may be that's how it's supposed to be-- I don't know.) I exchanged salad for Mash Potatoes- Great decision!! The Mash is divine!! I'm not usually a big fan of bread pudding anywhere, but I can say I LOVE this chocolate bread pudding so much! They're a yummy goodness. My brain inception said this is not bread! this is greatness! The orange caramel sauce made everything even better. Oktoberfest beer is smooth. I hope to be back and be seated in the beer garden. They've got a large outdoor biergarten area. It would be nice having these yum yum on a lovely day. It was raining hard all day when I visited and it was still cold. Service is great. Our waiter is attentive and friendly. The hostess is not very much. not even a forced smile on her face. That's just odd for someone in the hostess position. I don't know if it's just us because we are Asians. Hopefully not. It didn't affect my feelings toward the restaurant though. Will definitely be back when I'm in the area or really crave good German food. 3 hours drive is not that bad I guess.
(5)
Ashley W.
This place takes the cake for best German food in Oklahoma. I love how they brew their own beer and make all of their food from scratch. Their menu items haven't been "Americanized" by any means, so if you're looking for authentic German food, this is totally your place. Pro tip: go on a Thursday and eat in the Biergarten where it's a $17 all you can eat buffet! It's glorious AND there's live music. On the fence about what beer to try? (their list is extensive!) Oktoberfest is my favorite and it's available ALL year round. Gutes Essen!
(5)
Jody O.
On Saturday night my husband and I decided to go out to eat. I try to balance my choice of veggie places with his love of meat. We decided to go to Royal Bavaria on Sooner Road. The cost was $100 for two of us, with 3 glasses of wine. Hubs had an onion and apple smothered pork chop with mashed potatoes and shrimp on the side, and I had the veggie strudel and we brought some potato salad and a plain house salad home to my daughter and German chocolate cake home for dessert for me. The service was somewhat slow, but the waiter was attentive and he knew a lot about the menu. The hostess was a sweetheart, offering to bag our boxes for us since our table was right next to her stand. The salads had canned green beans in them. The lettuce was fresh and the house dressing was good, but I'm not sure why they would choose to use canned green beans and not fresh. It somewhat took away from the rest of the plate. Hubs scraped the apples and onions from his pork chop and he said it was good, but not as good as my version. I make them for him every once in a while even though I rarely cook meat at home. Pork chops are a favorite for him. The veggie strudel seemed like it was a can of veg-all wrapped in dough. The only flavorful part of it was sun dried tomatoes. It was dry on the inside, and it was flavored with cheese that I didn't want because I eat mostly vegan, but they didn't have anything except what I brought home to my daughter that didn't have dairy. When I make something similar at home, I make a sort of gravy that I mix with the vegetables to keep them moist and add flavor. I didn't see any gravy in their version. My daughter enjoyed the potato salad and house salad, but her comment was, "Why did they put canned green beans in my salad?" If they make fresh green beans for the apple strudel, it would be easy to make extra for the salads...just a suggestion. We took the German chocolate cake home to eat. It seemed frozen. The bottom of the cake was soggy and off color compared to the rest and it was decorated with canned whipped cream. The cake was fairly moist, but it lacked flavor. My husband ended up eating most of it. I realize that as someone who doesn't eat meat, judging the food of a German restaurant is hard, but I expected to be able to get dumplings and salad and maybe even potato salad, but they put beef stock in their potato salad. I'm giving the place three stars because of the friendly and professional staff, I would give the food two, which saddens me. I love German food, so I'm disappointed.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Shauna D.
We went to Royal Bavaria with family who were visiting from another state. We walked in with a group of 8 and were seated right away, as it wasn't very busy when we arrived. Our waitress was wonderful and gave us great service. We ordered an array of dishes and everyone was very happy with their meal. It was delicious! We then ordered bread pudding, apple dumplings, and the streudel. All were delicious and we split them all among our group of 8. Will definitely be back soon and cannot wait for another wonderful experience.
(5)Art T.
This is some knock-out German food! Not to mention the excellent in-house brewed beer! I've been to many a similar place, and I can honestly say that I would come back here for sure if I were in the vicinity again. I had the Jaegerschnitzel, which they are apparently famous for. It was huge! I could barely get through half! Probably didn't help I had the potato/wurst soup to start, which was also excellent. And it came with a salad, which was also very good. The creamy garlic dill dressing is not to be missed! The schnitzel was big, and very well prepared; the frying technique was spot on. The breading wasn't too heavy, and it stayed on the cutlet throughout the meal. Seems like a pan-frying job, though if it's deep-fried, then they really know what they are doing there. The sauce was great, but honestly... not the best I've ever had... though it was still very good! Mushrooms were very flavorful, and other ingredients shone through quite nicely. I've had a few jaegers before, is all, and I have a spot in my heart for another at the top rung. ;) Service was spotty, but mostly good. I was seated near the servers close to closing, so probably not the best seat in the house at that hour. Still, my server was fairly attentive, amiable, and professional. Definitely worth coming back if I'm in OKC in the future!
(4)Brandy W.
Okay, I will start by saying my parents LOVE this place and my wife has wanted to try it forever. I was leery, as I am not an ethnic food fan usually and I don't like Kraut... I know.... just shoot me. We met some friends here for dinner and I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the cheese stuffed sausage, sans kraut, with mashed potatoes. It was delicious! I would definitely order it again. The dessert was incredible as well. We had the vanilla cream pastry and it melts in your mouth. We do not drink but they appear to have their own brews and had an awesome little bell they ring when someone orders certain drinks. The waitresses were in traditional German clothes, which added a nice fun flair to the whole thing. **WARNING: Watch your speed on the road there... it seems like a 60mph but it is not! I can assure you!!!! Tons of radaring going on both directions...
(4)Jeff C.
Best German food to be found in OKC area! I lived in Germany for four years and travel there regularly for business. This is the real thing. The mixed grill was awesome. They even have curry ketchup for your fries! The Bier is made on site and every one is fabulous. For some reason we haven't been here in a couple years, but now we will be back again soon. The Thursday buffet is a great deal
(4)Solomon W.
If there ever was a restaurant/brewery that needed to be shown on TV, this would be it. In between Norman (South of Moore) and OKC (North of Moore), sort of on the Eastern side (if you draw a very small triangle), this sits on somewhat of a small highway. And it is huge with an enormous biergarten. They do 3 year-round brews and a special that the brewmaster uses to keep you on your toes, booze-wise. The Gold was crisp, with a very clean flavor. It was almost cider-like in mouthfeel. Definitely would taste like piss water in the winter... then again, it feels like summer most of the year here. The Weizen was a little too light for a wheat, though that tends to happen a lot of the time. The Oktoberfest, a typically heavy autumn beer you crank out when the seasons change in order to "weather you in", had an amazing balance. Heck, I drank it in the dead of June outdoors. A lighter one, no doubt. The special was a Pilsner. It had a crisp, honey back note. I didn't try the grub here, but I would say that it would pair well with any of their beers. No need to really look into the nuances, textures, and temperature of the food--their beers are all balanced and great in mouthfeel, in a fashion that truly goes great with anything when you are "thirsty" and hungry.
(4)Vaughan L.
Went here with the in-laws last night and was pleasantly surprised. It was located (to me) in the middle of nowhere on a small highway but didn't disappoint. It's been in business since 1994'ish and has an authentic German menu. They brew their own beers on site as well. I opted for their seasonal Oktoberfest was surprisingly light and refreshing as opposed to a typically heavier seasonal offering. The wife and I shared the "Gemischter Wurstteller mit Sauerkraut und Kartoffelbrei" or sausage sampler from the grill. We had 4 different sausages to nosh on. All were excellent. The Chicken Cordon Bleu veal schnitzel was the big surprise for me. It was amazing. A bit heavy for me, but I stole a few more "sample" bites from my mother-in-law. The only criticism we heard was mixed reviews from the table on the snapper and their Spätzle was a bit bland compared to what we're used to. Other than that, everything from service to price was inline with an overall great experience. They do live music in their biergarten with an all-you-can-eat buffet on Thursdays!
(4)David T.
Came here for a large birthday party. Great food and terrific server team. Band covered classic boomer era music very well.
(5)Cara O.
We only go here on special occasions because it's easily $25 a person. A bit pricey for us. The atmosphere is fun because the girls are dressed in traditional looking German clothes and the architecture inside and out is very European. It really is a neat place. The food is EXTREMELY heavy and while it is very good, I have my doubts on some of its authenticity. I lived in Germany for three years. The brats are good but you can get those lots of places. I am pretty sure the gravy on the potatoes is just regular American brown gravy. The schnitzel is good but not great. Overall, the food is good. There is nothing bad there. I just question the authenticity and because I question the authenticity, I also question the pricing. However, they do really well for groups and big parties. We always go with a party of at least 20 and have never had a bad experience with the service.
(3)Joy M.
Great for a group dinner. Large tables with square cushions to protect your bum from the hard bench. Service and ambiance, awesome. Food, hit or miss. I like the largeness of the dining area here. It's basically a grown up version of Das Boot Camp. I know they are both owned by the same peeps and that DBC was opened last, but I'm leaning towards liking Das Boot more. Why the A-OK? German cuisine is not my favorite because I feel like the food is plain jane. Simple, no frills, not much salt used. For me, a 3.5 would be more suitable for an all around experience. To start: Assorted bread basket. My favorite were the rolls. They reminded me of a baguette. Crispy on the outside with doughy soft center. Since I've had the schnitzels and the standard and not so standard fare at Das Boot I figured that they will probably taste the same at RB. So, I ordered and shared the brisket plate. It came with a house salad, fried potatoes, and brussel sprouts. Brussel sprouts were cooked well, but I don't think I'll ever get used to the bitter aftertaste. The creamy gravy for the brisket was bland. Didn't care for the brisket. The potatoes were the best thing right next to the dill salad dressing. These crispy thin cut potatoes were coated with a yummy seasoning salt that would have been great to dip in the dill dressing if I had a side of it! To finish off I was advised to order the apple strudel. Not my thing. I liked the ice cream and the studel dough only. The apples were tart and crispy and not sweet. It wasn't exactly what I like in a dessert.
(3)Brent B.
Great noodles, atmosphere and friendly staff! Can't wait for the bier garden to reopen! This place has been around for years, one of OKC's treasures!
(5)Allison E.
Such a hidden treasure! My Fiance and I love it so much that we come here nearly every weekend right before 5 p.m and wait outside for the doors to open. I literally crave their food during the work week. (The food tastes just like my great grandmas secret recipes and my mothers current secret recipes) I've ordered so many different dishes here and each has wonderful flavor plus a huge portion! My family is from Nuremberg so I'm constantly trying to find places that remind me of home... and Royal Bavaria does just that. The owner and floor manager(?) are both incredibly nice! The owner even bought shots for myself, fiance and friend! The wait staff are so nice and very VERY polite. Some of them I feel like I've known for months after just meeting them for the first time, that's just how at home they make you feel. You want Authentic German food in an inviting place? Come here.
(5)J Jason B.
Long story short: A very special place. Everything is German. Not just the food and the beer- every stone, every piece of lumber, every decoration. The mastermind and original owner was likely to visit your table with a German newspaper in hand, he'd introduce you to his German wife, regale you with stories of the last turkey shoot (a German tradition), buy you a round of in-house German beers, and if he liked you, he would serve his private reserve pear schnapps from a German sterling tea set. When I asked him why he chose to build so far out in the country he said, "Because zis iz how it looks in Germany." I might go as far as to say I've never been treated so well in a restaurant. I would probably like it even more if I ate meat, yes, but I'm not going to fault the Germans for having a traditionally sausage-heavy diet. There are plenty of authentic meatless (but probably not vegan) options to still have a genuine foodie adventure. Purple sauerkraut is my fave.
(5)Mat D.
Went for my birthday Friday night (9/13). Decided to go there because of all the great reviews but I guess when they are busy don't expect your food for a good 2 hours. We ordered at 7:24 pm and the food rolled out at 9:20. The salad came out around 8:45. Pretty pathetic, had a friend leave the table and instead eat at home around 9. His plate was around $20. If I wasn't drinking the liter boots I would've probably done the same thing. Instead I got boozed up with friends and made fun of the service and staff because it was very apparent they can not handle a large crowd. And when it comes to ordering a drink, we had to order our next beer when the waiter served us because there was only one person working the bar with a full restaurant. Super slow service. From now on when I want German food I will make the trek out to Old Germany in Choctaw even though this restaurant is 3 miles from my house. That will be the last time I eat here.
(1)Hot Tub J.
Cannot be stopped = the schweinshank is the total blizz! Chef and staff are super attentive and the beer is made in haus (see what i did there?) and just a wonderful experience. I will drive from Calumet and back just to eat dinner here. It is THAT good.
(4)Dominic C.
I was here when it first opened in 1994. This place was packed every weekend. Royal Bavaria was easily the best German restaurant in Oklahoma and the surrounding states. They used to make their own sausages and the black forest cake was one of the best I've had. But it was the ham shank that kept bringing me back. The ham shank used to be big and that helped it keep all the juices in. It was also made fresh daily. They would make a fixed number of shanks and if they ran out, too bad. Now the ham shank is small, dry and pre-made. Jorge, the original owner, told me how he made the shanks. It's definitely not done the same. It's pre-made and frozen. This place is in decline. No long packed on a Saturday night. No more polka band. You can tell the new owner lost his passion. The copper beer distillers used to be polished and shiny when Jorge was there. Now it's dull and blemished. I used to bring people there all the time. I brought in lots of new customers. Now these people tell me they've stopped coming because the food isn't as good anymore. I'm not returning too.
(1)David B.
We had a real German feast tonight! We lived three years in the Rhine Valley of Germany and we miss Germany. Our experience at the Royal Bavaria took us back to those fun days. Our son had traditional schnitzel with homemade noodles. My wife had potato soup and the appetizer plate with various types of cold meats. I had the mixed grill. Get a side of the homemade currie ketchup for the delicious fries. All was hot, made from scratch and delicious! I had a mug of the King's Gold traditional Munich lager, brewed on the premises. Be sure to get the bread basket with a delicious hot pretzel. The mustard for dipping the pretzel is wonderful. For dessert our son had rich German chocolate cake and I had the cream streudal. Delicious! Prices are somewhat expensive but the servings are huge and the ingredients are the best. I was very impressed with all the hearty flavors. Our service was excellent! Highly recommend.
(5)Zoe M.
This is going to be one of my shortest reviews ever. Here's why: 1. Everything was really delicious. 2. Grandma's maiden name: SCHEXNAYDER 3. The pork dish I had tasted exactly like my grandma's pork roast from my childhood. It actually took me a minute to figure out where I had had this dish before, because this is only the second time I ever went to a German restaurant. So I was puzzled for a minute at the dish's familiarity. Grandma's been dead for 11 years now. She didn't cook in her last 4 or 5 years of life because she was in a wheelchair. So I haven't had pork like this in 15/16 years. You won't regret a single morsel of the food here; your only regret will be the bill. ;) It is a little pricey... $15-25 per entree, with most falling between 18 and 21. But very worth it! I can't spend this much on dinner every weekend, but this will probably be my place for the birthday from now on.
(5)Cameron H.
As the last person stated, who have thought to find a German/Bavarian Restaurant in the middle of no where. Really, it is in the middle of no where. If traveling to this place in the evening, it can be easily missed. I was really impressed with the exterior decor as well as the interior decor. It did remind of a German restaurant ( from the times I visited Germany a few years back). Unfortunately, the workers were very young and as American as you can get. With all the decor (interior and exterior) it would have been cool to have people who work there who speak German or at least had a European accent. Nonetheless, I was impressed with the beer. Went down smooth as German beer should. The food was very traditional as well. Most say German food is not flavorful but I thought it was good. My only complaint was that the service was a bit slow. But for something different in Oklahoma City, it is worth the visit.
(4)Seth C.
The beer is great! They brew the beer onsite which makes it all the better. Try the king's witzen. Food is authentic German cuisine. Very tasty. Don't be intimidated by all of the German food, just ask your server for help! Great atmosphere and service.
(5)Helio M.
Despite the other reviewers, I'm not sure how authentic this place is. I think it was originally run by a German cook who ended up going back to Germany. His partner who was from OKC then continued the business. So the roots are there, but food is just alright and I've been there three times over a 4 month period. This I gleaned from a conversation with a guy who's been going there for 10 years plus, but take it with a grain of salt. The first time there my hefeweizen tasted funky, like something went wrong with the batch of beer. I ordered an assortment of links, but was not really thrilled that I got a hot dog, a two jimmy dean sausages and a brautwerst. And my vegetables were swimming in oil and spices. I was non-plussed for shit I could cook myself. The other two times it was fairly similar, although they must've cleaned up the tank of beer because the King's Gold didn't taste like ass. Although they botched the chicken, because it was paper dry. The upside to a sub-par dinner were the brussel sprouts soaked in oil (see the trend?) and spices. Occasionally there's a band that plays and each time I've gone they've been pretty good. They're worth the beer and oily food. So. If you're looking to relive or have an authentic German experience for the first time, purchase yourself a ticket and go there. If you want to pay for over-priced food, drink funky beer and eat oily sprouts - come here.
(3)Edward J.
The food is plentiful and tasty. The beer is good, the atmosphere is great. The portions were large. I had the pleasure of dining with a German man (possibly a spy), among others, and he swears by this place. The owner used to be the cook here. We met the guy and he gave us a free pretzal the size of a large frisbee with pate, cheese and mustard on the side for dipping. (No double dipping encountered) I must admit one of my beers, the oktoberfest, tasted a little off. Not sure what was wrong with it but it had a slight funny taste. I ate too much and I felt like hell afterwords, that has nothing to do with this review, just FYI.
(4)Sho G.
Im going to give this place 5 stars because having an authentic German restaurant in Norman/Moore is really cool. I've lived in much bigger cities and had to drive much farther for this type of experience. The beer here is fantastic. The bread and pretzels are amazing and just wait until you dip a pretzel in their mustard. There is a large selection of food that is high quality. Only downside is the price (Im cheap) but if you compare their prices against other similar German restaurants elsewhere its normal. Be sure to check their hours before you go because they aren't open all the time. They also have a slightly different menu that is cheaper on Wednesdays.
(5)Call_Me D.
True German spot, and they brew their own beer on site. This seems standard, but actually VERY rare in OKC. The owner is a German guy who will come have beers with you if it's getting late and the kitchen is closed. There's an outdoor beer garden too which is nice in the spring and fall. The only bummer about this place is it's a little out of the way, but it's worth the trip. I recommend the pretzel with pate, and a King's gold. If you're feeling tough, order it in a 2-liter boot (but don't expect to drive home).
(5)Jenny B.
I haven't tried a lot of German places, but this restaurant is GREAT. A fun atmosphere, and great hearty meals. And, of course, Das Boot.... They've always had half-, one-, and two-liters, but now they have THREE-liters. The three liter really isn't a boot... it's a glass bucket. So if you're a guy, and you like to prove your manliness, you'd probably enjoy drinking a bucket of beer. I've found that the best plate to get is the sausage sampler. It comes with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes (I think?). Goes great with the beer. The waitstaff is really friendly, so no problems there. Their menu can get a bit pricey, but I guess that's kind of expected with great food like that. They're only open for dinners on certain days.
(4)Allison K.
If you like German food, this is the place to go. The food is too heavy for my taste, and I'm not much of a carnivore, but my friends enjoy it a lot. It's definitely a must if you like meat, vegetables, and meat. Point of interest: Royal Bavaria brews their own beer in a well behind the restaurant (located on some land out in the boonies). If there's any words I love to hear about beer, it's "German" and "fresh-brewed." The beer is light and smooth and oh-so-flavorful (a nice remedy to domestic beer). I had the King's Gold and died and went to heaven. Then I tried the King's Weizen and died and went to a better heaven. The waiter told us that they are starting to sell their beer in kegs. It's on my to-do list to get one and not let anyone else have any. Even if you aren't a German food lover, Royal Bavaria is definitely the right place for a beer lover.
(4)James G.
I met some friends here for a beer. I showed up expecting to get a pint of German beer. I was shocked when I found out that they brewed their own beer and that you can order it in a 2 litter boot. I didn't order any food but the other guys did and it looked and smelled amazing!
(4)Don W.
Expensive but top notch service, good food, and nice atmosphere. I have only dined at Royal Bavaria once, and though it required a taxing drive and pricey bill, it is quite impressive nonetheless. Likes: For starters, the wait staff was highly knowledgeable about the fine details regarding the menu. They were also courteous, efficient, and mannerly. Being a group of five, we appreciated being seated in a corner room where we could have conversations and hear each other easily. Even in the main room, however, though the pub-like decor and significant number of diners might in another restaurant have caused a headache, it was surprisingly quiet there. Royal Bavaria is operated by natives of Munich, and the food is both authentic and very tasty. Though I am not a beer person, according to others in my group, the authentic German-style beer which is brewed at Royal Bavaria is strikingly smooth and flavorful. A deep red in color, my 59 year old father said that the King's Oktoberfest variety was the most flavorful beer he has ever had (and he's had a few beers in his time). At $4.50 for a 16 oz frothy mug, it's not terribly expensive either. The spatzle (homemade pasta in a cheesy cream sauce) was superb, and the wiener schnitzel (fried pork tenderloin) was clearly homemade and tasted quite good. Their salads and breads were good as well, but certainly not to die for. Dislikes: The only real downside to Royal Bavaria (besides the $20-30 per person price, which isn't terrible) was the location. The place is really in the boonies, and you'd never expect it to be where it is. A word of caution - Google maps places the restaurant at 3401 Sooner Rd in Moore, but some street signs in the area refer to Sooner as 12th Ave NE, and some maps show the same street as Oklahoma 77-H. It's all the same road. The restaurant is on the west side in a large building that almost resembles a ski lodge. Also of note, they are only open for dinner, starting at 4:30pm.
(4)Derek L.
Who would have guessed? A German restaurant in Oklahoma??? Far fetched as it would seem, this is an authentic Bavarian restaurant. The heavy set German hostess with a German accent holding beers in her hand will assure you of that. Food is great. Service can be slow if you order after a big party. Don't expect to split the beer in a boot, as you might share a pitcher. Anyone ordering a beer in a boot can expect to drink it all by him or herself. They even have the bell ring when someone order schnapps!
(4)Mark J.
This is the best German restaurant in OKC. Seating is Bavarian, which means you sit anywhere you want, even if others are sitting at the other end of the table. This makes for interesting dinner conversations sometimes and cold looks from the others some times.... Some people just don't get it. The food is great and the best thing I have found is the sausage sampler - 4 authentic German sausages with great sauerkraut and bread. Good Wienerschnitzel, good hams, and a fantastic potato soup. They brew their own beers here, and I'm particularly fond of the wheat beer, but they're all good. It's a little hard to find (out in the boonies between SE OKC and NE Moore) but it's defintely worth the effort.. Prost!
(5)Amanda F.
Cheese curds are a must (not on buffet)! Thursday buffet for $17pp was a great place for a birthday party. Not as busy as I remember but maybe it's crazier when the weather cools down. Service was outstanding and those special schnapps shots were fun to try. Litters of beer are festive! We will order off menu next time around. Fun and yummy Okie gem!
(4)Aaron S.
My family and I come here once per year to celebrate my birthday which is in winter. As soon as the first cold snap comes through everyone in my family starts talking about the annual night at Royal Bavaria. The beer is great (Octoberfest is my favorite) and the food is very very good. It is a very good idea to make a reservation as they are usually quite busy! Bread baskets are great, the german salads are different but good as well. My personal favorite is the Schnitzel. It is a lot of fun and we spend several hours there enjoying the atmosphere, great food, and everyone enjoys themselves!
(5)Scott H.
Finally had dinner at Royal Bavaria after hearing about this place from friends for years. It was during the week, so the place wasn't crowded. I like the feel of the joint, it's semi-authentic I would say, but very comfortable. The tables seat 8 comfortably, and we sat at one with a half booth on one side. They had pillows for comfort, which was nice. We were immediately approached by our server, dressed in a traditional dress you see at German beer joints. We had a couple beers which were true to their German ancestry. To start, we went with the sausage appetizer. This is around $15 and gives you 4 types of sausage to share and a mound of sauerkraut in the middle. All were fantastic, I thought the wurst with cheese was maybe the best cheese infused sausage I've ever had. They were all juicy and flavorful. This is a great start to the meal, and imminently shareable. To eat, I went with my favorite German restaurant dish: Jagerschnitzel. This is schnitzel served with a bacon/mushroom gravy and spatzle. The pork version of this dish is $19 at Royal Bavaria, but I opted to pay the $5 upcharge and go with veal. This is a large dish, you get 2 good sized schnitzels with the order. I took one home and was still full. The schnitzels are fried crispy, but were dry in a few spots. That being said, I really enjoyed them and would order the dish again. The spatzle is traditional and goes well with the gravy. The gravy is good, I could have used more of it actually. Additionally, it was underseasoned, so I added a good dose of salt and pepper at the table. But, this was solid version of this dish overall. The table shared the chocolate bread pudding (I'm not even going to attempt to put the German name in this review). It was good, a little too sweet for me with the chocolate and orange caramel sauce. But, it's a large dessert and a good value for $7. Service was fantastic throughout. Never had to ask for beer or water refills, and she was great with my 4 year old son and the 2 year old son of the friends we were with. Be advised the parking lot is entirely dirt. So, I can see how it would be problematic if it's raining heavily. But, even if it's a bit of a drive from our house, I will absolutely return.
(4)Matt M.
Das Boot!. I have been going to Royal Bavaria for years now, and they continue to deliver a traditional Bavarian experience, from the handcrafted beers to appetizers, entrees, music, and ambiance. The Sausage Sampler continues to be my favorite, which is an excellent appetizer for a small group, or you can personally order this as an entree with sides for just a little more, at $15.79. Look for Gemischter Wurstteller mit Sauerkraut und Kartoffelbrei, on the menu, a sausage sampler with a variety of 4 sausages, served with German sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and gravy. I often substitute their red cabbage or German potato salad as sides, both of which are excellent as well. I also HIGHLY recommend the beer - get a beer sampler if you can't decide, pick your favorite of the three, and then get a 1-liter boot. It is the affordable way to go. A lot of the entrees are good, albeit pricey. I would ask about the daily specials, as they will be fresh and fun. Going for quantity and taking some home is always an option! Look for the Schlachtplatte "ROYAL BAVARIA" which is a Bavarian butcher's platter, grilled smoked pork chop, gourmet ham, and Nürnberger sausage, served with German sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and gravy for only $19.79. Quite the steal! If there is a downside, it is that some of the desserts lack in execution and flavor, such as the Apfelkücherl mit Zimtzucker und Vanille- Eis (deep-fried apple) which is too doughy. The apple strudel is better, but still not a dessert that transports me back to Bavaria. Just have more beer as dessert instead! Overall, this place is WELL WORTH the drive. Check their website for hours, paying attention to times they are open. But that is not enough - I encourage you call ahead for a reservation. It is a good place for groups, but can fill up fast, especially when there is live music.
(5)Benjamin G.
So let me first say that I genuinely enjoyed Royal Bavaria for a few years, moved away, and have just moved back. It's possible that this was unusual, in fact I hope it was. I'll update this if it turns out to be so. Food: about 4 stars Everything else: 1 or 2 stars The service was just short of abysmal. The waitress didn't check on us very often, though she was friendly. The food took nearly an hour to arrive. I don't really think that needs to be expanded on. Then there was the band. The band was so bad that at first I tried to get inside to get away from them. They were so bad that each song they picked turned good music bad. They were so bad that when they made a joke about the cost to get them to leave I seriously thought about doing it. I guess what I'm saying is that they were bad. The food itself was really salty, but that might just be me. Flavor was otherwise excellent. I almost forgot the beer! It's decent, but definitely nothing to write home about and certainly not enough to redeem the bad service and ludicrous wait time.
(2)Brett G.
They don't have real "Authentic" German food when I passed by the kitchen it was pre-made items in a bag thrown into the fryer!!!. I had also asked the waitress of they had dark beer, and what I received was pretty much a Newcastle. They do not serve Braunschweiger, nor do they serve dark beer! I will not ever go back to this over priced non authentic establishment again!
(1)Jeffery T.
Kinda went back and forth on whether this was 3 or 4 stars. Figured I liked enough outside of my meal to go ahead and give it the extra star. 2 Stck. Scharfe Hänchen Bratwurst mit Pommes Frites und Curry Ketchup 3.5/5 Two "spicy" chicken sausages with french fries and curry ketchup. I don't know how to pronounce any of those words in German outside of "Curry" and "Ketchup." The sausages were "okay" nothing blew me away about them. Not really anything I would call spicy myself, but they still tasted alright. There's something about chicken sausages that maybe I just am not a big fan of. The french fries were pretty tasty though and I loved the curry ketchup. Strangely they were the best part of the meal. King's Weizen (beer) 5/5 Good stuff! I'm always happy with beers that aren't incredibly hoppy because it takes some serious work to get that taste to be good. Atmosphere I imagine because it was a Tuesday afternoon the place wasn't all that busy. The ladies wear traditional (maybe?) German dresses. For some reason we were seated at this huge table that could easily sit 8 or 9 people when there was only two of us. This made me feel really lonely. I liked being able to look over and see the brewery. Server I feel bad I never remember people's name but she was super nice. She had lost her voice, but made sure she was able to be heard and still remained really friendly. Nice lady! This is a place I want to go back to because I really believe they have some good stuff. I sampled a few bites from Rachel S's plate and found it enjoyable. I'll have to go back some time.
(4)Rachel S.
We don't have an abundance of German restaurants here, especially if you compare it with the surplus of other eateries like Thai or Mexican/Tex-Mex. The most unfortunate part is only that the location is fairly out of the way. On a positive spin, it kind of adds to the atmosphere and I'm sure the biergarten is great when it's not freezing cold. Fried cheese curds with German mustard and dill sauce (5/5): This looks like a newer item on the menu, because it isn't listed on the site menu. The great part about these fried items is that the breading has a crispy quality and completely avoids being greasy and unpleasant. The cheese inside is stringy, and isn't at all rubbery or difficult to chew. It comes with dill and mustard, both of which are very good. Bayerischer Schweinebraten in Biersauce mit Semmelknödl, Blaukraut: Roasted pork shoulder (4/5): The meat was juicy and tasty and fell apart so easily. My only complaint is that it was a bit too fatty which somewhat took away from the succulent taste of the rest of it. Bread dumpling with gravy (4/5): I love dumplings and all the various interpretations of them. This German dumpling was very thick and well complimented by the brown gravy that it was soaked in. It was just a bit too salty, but not enough so to be overwhelming. Red cabbage (5/5): Some of my favorite cabbage to date. Before this, I only really liked the cabbage that I make at home. The cabbage seemed to be boiled but was flavored in a way that made it so very pleasant. Russ (5/5): A beer drink that was half King's Weizen and half Mountain Dew. I very much dislike Mountain Dew, but found the mix to be very tasty.
(5)Eric P.
An Alpen Haus rises in the flat horizon outside OKC - Royal Bavaria. Very nice, clean, quaintly decorated restraint and brewery. The Oktobefest Märzenbok Bier is tasty, as are the cheese curds with homemade mustard and dill sauces. Chris our server is polite, knowledgable and swift mit alles. For dinner I had the Rinderroulade mit Kartoffelbrei und Blaukraut und Spätzle. Alles schmeckt fantastisch!
(4)Joshua H.
I love this place. Good food, always a friendly staff, good atmosphere, good beer. Get the bread basket too. Great variety of German bread on it. I can't say enough good about it. They also have a nice outdoor area.
(5)Ervin B.
This place was pretty good. It was my first time eating German food and this place set the bar pretty well. I got the mixed meat plate which was delicious! The meats were very tender. They craft their own beer, I got the King's gold which was fantastic. Me and my friends ended up purchasing a keg of their Octoberfest. Overall this place was great!
(5)Carolyn S.
Called, asked if we needed reservations. Was told no, but get there before 7 p.m. When we got there we were told no tables were available because we didn't have a reservation. Manager didn't seem to care we were told different. Can't tell you how the food was. But the service sucks. We call and ASKED if we needed reservations.we were told NO. Was not offered a place on the reserve list. So the person who replied, lied in his response. And it was a Thursday night.
(1)David A. M.
Ich liebe Royal Bavaria!!!! I am so conflicted about writing this review because I want to keep this place all to myself and not share with anyone ever for any reason. But, alas, I am here to sing the praises of what has now become my favorite spot in the OKC metro (at least for this week). This is authentic German fare straight from Deutschland. Everything we had at the table was fresh and awesome. The service was phenomenal and kid friendly. Laid back and authentic and the atmosphere is one of a kind. Sausages, schnitzel, pretzels, kraut, and don't miss the mashed potatoes and home made noodles too. The appetizers of pretzels and sausage sampler are killer. Nothing critical to say about this place. Absolutely loved it. There is a reason why people drive from all over to go to this place out in the middle of the country. A+ When I have people from out of town come to visit, this will now be the place I take them. Theres nothing like Royal Bavaria on this side of the Atlantic.
(5)Carly N.
A friend and I arrived on a Saturday night around dinner time. We were immediately seated in a more private room right by the front door. I was glad for that because the rest of the restaurant was packed and loud. Our waiter was a very sweet man, Daniel. He was one of the best waiters I've had in a long time. And good service is hard to find nowadays. I ordered a sausage plate that came with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. I loved everything on my plate. I pretty much licked it clean. Prices are comparable to other German restaurants I have been to. My bill after tip was about $20. I walked in with expectations of paying a higher price for the type of food I was getting so that is something to keep in mind; don't be shocked at the prices. I felt like it was worth every penny because the food was great, the restaurant was nice, and service was excellent.
(5)Chana R.
THREE WORDS: CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING! We like to search for some good local food when away from hometown and we were definitely delighted at Royal Bavaria. This is our first time in Oklahoma and even though we did not find much to do around town, this place is so good that it made me want to re visit the town. Yep it's that good. It could be that back in DFW we are lacking of some good German food. I was really looking for some love in schnitzel. I started to forget how good they were in Austria. I think I finally found the closest here! We ordered: - Sausage Sampler - Jägerschnitzel mit Pilzrahmsauce, Spätzle (Pork, but can pay extra $5 for Veal) - Schweinshax'n"Braumeister" mit Biersauce, Semmelknödl (Ham Shank) - Bayrischer Schokoladen Scheiterhaufen (Bavarian chocolate bread pudding with orange - caramel sauce) - Oktoberfest Bier. The sausage is tasty but it's not stellar. I have had better or maybe it's just my preference. However, the sauerkraut is super yum. It seems fresh made to me. It's got great flavor not too tart and the cabbage is still a bit crunchy, a good crunch. We asked for curry ketchup to eat with the sausage. (It cost $1 and we didn't know that till we got the check. It's ok because it's tastier than the curry ketchup in the bottle I have at home.) The schnitzle is very yum! The way they breaded and fried that pork is just awesome. It's not overly coated with bread crumbs, the breaded part didn't separate from the meat. The meat is tender, the mushroom/bacon gravy is tasty. I have no comment on Spätzle, has never been a big fan of it because its bland taste. The texture is good though. The Ham Shank is great. We ate it up, the bone was almost squeaky clean. Good texture, good flavor. The bread dumpling that comes with it is a little bland in taste but good in texture (may be that's how it's supposed to be-- I don't know.) I exchanged salad for Mash Potatoes- Great decision!! The Mash is divine!! I'm not usually a big fan of bread pudding anywhere, but I can say I LOVE this chocolate bread pudding so much! They're a yummy goodness. My brain inception said this is not bread! this is greatness! The orange caramel sauce made everything even better. Oktoberfest beer is smooth. I hope to be back and be seated in the beer garden. They've got a large outdoor biergarten area. It would be nice having these yum yum on a lovely day. It was raining hard all day when I visited and it was still cold. Service is great. Our waiter is attentive and friendly. The hostess is not very much. not even a forced smile on her face. That's just odd for someone in the hostess position. I don't know if it's just us because we are Asians. Hopefully not. It didn't affect my feelings toward the restaurant though. Will definitely be back when I'm in the area or really crave good German food. 3 hours drive is not that bad I guess.
(5)Ashley W.
This place takes the cake for best German food in Oklahoma. I love how they brew their own beer and make all of their food from scratch. Their menu items haven't been "Americanized" by any means, so if you're looking for authentic German food, this is totally your place. Pro tip: go on a Thursday and eat in the Biergarten where it's a $17 all you can eat buffet! It's glorious AND there's live music. On the fence about what beer to try? (their list is extensive!) Oktoberfest is my favorite and it's available ALL year round. Gutes Essen!
(5)Jody O.
On Saturday night my husband and I decided to go out to eat. I try to balance my choice of veggie places with his love of meat. We decided to go to Royal Bavaria on Sooner Road. The cost was $100 for two of us, with 3 glasses of wine. Hubs had an onion and apple smothered pork chop with mashed potatoes and shrimp on the side, and I had the veggie strudel and we brought some potato salad and a plain house salad home to my daughter and German chocolate cake home for dessert for me. The service was somewhat slow, but the waiter was attentive and he knew a lot about the menu. The hostess was a sweetheart, offering to bag our boxes for us since our table was right next to her stand. The salads had canned green beans in them. The lettuce was fresh and the house dressing was good, but I'm not sure why they would choose to use canned green beans and not fresh. It somewhat took away from the rest of the plate. Hubs scraped the apples and onions from his pork chop and he said it was good, but not as good as my version. I make them for him every once in a while even though I rarely cook meat at home. Pork chops are a favorite for him. The veggie strudel seemed like it was a can of veg-all wrapped in dough. The only flavorful part of it was sun dried tomatoes. It was dry on the inside, and it was flavored with cheese that I didn't want because I eat mostly vegan, but they didn't have anything except what I brought home to my daughter that didn't have dairy. When I make something similar at home, I make a sort of gravy that I mix with the vegetables to keep them moist and add flavor. I didn't see any gravy in their version. My daughter enjoyed the potato salad and house salad, but her comment was, "Why did they put canned green beans in my salad?" If they make fresh green beans for the apple strudel, it would be easy to make extra for the salads...just a suggestion. We took the German chocolate cake home to eat. It seemed frozen. The bottom of the cake was soggy and off color compared to the rest and it was decorated with canned whipped cream. The cake was fairly moist, but it lacked flavor. My husband ended up eating most of it. I realize that as someone who doesn't eat meat, judging the food of a German restaurant is hard, but I expected to be able to get dumplings and salad and maybe even potato salad, but they put beef stock in their potato salad. I'm giving the place three stars because of the friendly and professional staff, I would give the food two, which saddens me. I love German food, so I'm disappointed.
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