Zur Autobahn Restaurant - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

I overheard about this place through a conversation and had to try it at the very next day! Made reservations online, we were an hour away, we took the beautiful drive from West. Well worth the drive and we would do it all over again and plan on it! We were about 10 minutes behind because of construction on the road and she still took us in which we really appreciate. Such a quaint beautiful Little hidden gem out in a cow pasture off the highway in the middle of nowhere. Beautiful view! There's even a table outside if you'd like to enjoy the scenery while eating your delicious food. Inside it felt like little Germany even the bathroom felt like I was in Germany. The music playing, the lovely owner of the restaurant waiting on us, and cooking specifically for us felt like we were in our German grandma's home. If you really enjoy authentic German food this is your spot! We will be back again thank you so much for a great wholesome experience and delicious authentic homemade food! Thank you for bringing this to us! Many many blessings to you!

This was a wonderful place to eat. The food was great. The atmosphere was awesome. We were the only patrons but it was very now. We will definitely take another trip to visit this restaurant. It is a little pricey but it is all homemade, no premade items. We loved it!!

Food and service were both great with real old-world charm. The relaxing music was a definite plus. If you are a fan of beautiful Opels, this is the place for you. Be sure to also check out the wonderful selection of soaps before you leave.

Great food and service, would recommend. Hidden gem in the heart of Texas. You can also meet some amateur cyclists there if you come on the same dates when gravel locos takes place.

Great customer service. Relaxing atmosphere. Good food. Will definitely make a reservation to go back soon. The cheesecake was delicious.

The food is exactly what I remembered from when I was stationed there in the 60's and 70's.

I went with my friends. The food was great and the service was excellent. Great place. I highly recommend

Small place, cozy. Very nice and welcoming. The owner is the hostess, the waiter and also the cook so the service is understandably a little on the slow side. But the food is worth the wait! Absolutely delicious!! And don't forget dessert. So yummy! Definitely plan to be back!

Wonderful food and owner are nice and wonderful people.

I recently visited the 🌍Restaurant and my experience can be summed up as a mix of highs and lows ⚖️. Let's start with convenience. Unfortunately, it was a bit of a letdown 😔. The service was good. However, the location was easily accessible, so that was a plus.

The reviews are correct. This place is worth the drive. Call ahead and make reservations. So good!!

If you don't want any walk-ins and just want to serve reservations only, then advertise it that way or at the very least put it on your entry door. It was extremely rude to complain about serving customers who didn't make reservations to other customers. Enjoy the $70 that you got for 2 entrees and 1 dessert with waters because I will not be spending any more of my money at your establishment.

The food was fabulous! I had the snitzel and bratwurst and my wife had the snitzel with red cabbage. Both were very good. The sauerkraut was excellent also. The meal started off with a salad and bread which both were good. Service was what we expected for a very small mom and pop place. If you are expecting something fancy, you will be disappointed, but it is worth the trip into the middle of nowhere.

Quaint little restaurant just outside of Meridian. A one woman operation. Great authentic German food. Reservations are required as space and manpower is limited. Reservations can be made online or by phone. A must try when in the area.

Brought me back to Germany for a little while, cleaned our plates and shared a dessert at home. Should have gotten one each instead of sharing...

Loved everything about this piece of Germany in Texas! The owner/chef, the food and atmosphere were amazing! It reminded us of our time in Germany, complete with the tilt and turn windows. Thank you for a great evening! We will definitely be back.

Very good. I was stationed in Germany for several years.. this place took me back! Wow.

Amazing and unexpected experience. Authentic German in the heart of Texas. Friendly owner, great food, good music and atmosphere. Highly recommend.

We always enjoy going to Zur Autobahn for the wonderful food that is served.

This was our first time eating here. It was a fabulous experience. The food was excellent, and the owner/cook was very attentive and caring. The ambience is quite unique (in a good way). We will definitely be back soon!

She is my Friend.She is a very nice,hardworking Lady,God bless her.

Very authentic, we enjoyed it

Wonderful food .Great atmosphere . Service was like I was visiting a friends Thank you to the Zur Autobahn Family

After several tries to get in, we finally got a reservation for Friday night and it was worth the wait. Small place, maybe 30 seats, but friendly service and great food. We drove from Dallas and it was worth the drive. German chef and authentic food.

My wife lived in Switzerland for awhile and she and I have always wanted to eat here. It's not like anything you would expect. It's really great. Connie, the owner is waitress, hostess and cook and it's reservations only. But, what a great treat. My wife said the food was really authentic. Nothing fancy. Just great hearty food and worth finding. Don't blink or you'll drive right by it. Can't wait to come back!

My wife lived in Switzerland for awhile and she and I have always wanted to eat here. It's not like anything you would expect. It's really great. Connie, the owner is waitress, hostess and cook and it's reservations only. But, what a great treat. My wife said the food was really authentic. Nothing fancy. Just great hearty food and worth finding. Don't blink or you'll drive right by it. Can't wait to come back!

Delicious and authentic German meal in the Texas hill country. Lovely place with lots of European touches down to the doors and windows! Food was great and perfectly prepared. We had the Jaeger Schnitzel and Schnitzel/Bratwurst. A cozy place to get your German fix.

Called at 1:30, asked for a reservation for 14 people for a family reunion, they said “no problem, we’ll see you at 7” when we arrived, they were very rude and refused to accommodate us.

Outstanding authentic German food

Super nice owner. Connie was super nice when I stopped by on my 130 mile gravel cycling ride. Place looks spotless and very German in the middle Texas country side. I will make sure to get there for a meal one of those days. I know I did not eat - but I got the feeling right away that the pace is nice. Thank you Connie for letting me get some water.

Have not been but want to try it

Great food and great service. Spent time in Germany and I can say that the food is both authentic and made from scratch. I am not a desert person but the streusel was crazy good. Like most family restaurants in this area, it is best to check hours and make a reservation. It is worth the drive!

I believable find in the middle of Bosque County. Authentic German food. Owners are German immigrants and the cozy roadhouse style provides a Gemütlichkeit!!

I made a reservation for 10, 2 weeks in advance. I confirmed the week of and at no time was informed we couldn't be seated together. Upon arrival, we found out we were seated at 2 tables, one behind the other. My husband and I were able to go back and forth between the tables to be with all our guests. There was laughter and fun at both tables, but I feel we should have been told in advance about the seating issue. Regardless, food was good and a good time was had by all. We'll probably eat there again, but with a smaller group.

Great to get back to my roots dinning, love German food

Best German food I have ever had. Very fresh. The wait is worth it!

Charming small place with excellent choices of German food.

My sister and I had a really bad experience here. We're staying in an Airbnb down the road owned by Cobb Properties. We are in town for a charity bike ride in Gatesville tomorrow morning. Our Airbnb listing advertised this quaint German establishment, so, we planned to give it a try. We've been looking forward to the experience for several days. When we arrived at Zur Autobahn, we were asked if we had a reservation, but, not told we needed one. We waited 25 minutes with no service and finally asked for water. In response, the owner said, "I have reservations tonight." Finally, she took our order and brought us water. But, that took another 10 minutes. We shared an entree. When the bill came, there was a $4 charge we were not warned of in advance for the "share plate." I don't know what the "share plate" included. It was not for double sides -- because we paid another additional charge for a second dinner salad and extra bread. So, I guess it was for the extra plate she brought me?! When we questioned the owner, she said, "this is cheap, you won't get this anywhere else". Not true. The brat and steamed cabbage she gave us could have been purchased at the grocery store for probably $3.

The ranch is only 4 miles from this place. I love coming here when I stay down the road. Authentic and wonderful. Reservations recommended. If they ever decide to put swinehaxen on the menu....Oh man game over.

Awesome Food and Fantastic People ! Best German restaurant in TEXAS

Food was good service was fast wonderful decor nice staff

Historically, my family and I have never been huge German food fans, but Zur Autobahn has changed us! Super good food, must try the sauerkraut!! Everything on the menu is home made and bursting with flavor! My son ordered the pork roast and he’s been drooling for days thinking about his next visit! Limited hours and limited seating.. definitely recommend making reservations!

Wonderful place! Great food, friendly owners.

Price is extreme. 0/10...Taste was real good. 9/10. Service 10

Very cute little restaurant. The food is amazing and authentic, and the service is great. Seating is limited, so make sure you call and make a reservation.

A Germanic, culinary anomaly in Texas Hill Country. Worth a try.

Such a cool restaurant! This is the type of place you dream of finding and telling your friends about! Practically in the middle of nowhere, Zur Autobahn is a unique spot and a must-visit. The interior is decorated with automotive memorabilia and car show awards (making this place extra cool for a gearhead like me) and family owned and operated. The first page of the menu tells a great story about how the owners had an automotive company in Germany but Conny always dreamed of opening a restaurant. When they moved to Texas they made the dream a reality! Great homemade German food awaits you here and it's BYOB if you'd like to bring something alcoholic. Stop in if you're in the area or make take a road trip out there (pretty country-side all around). A great and unique experience awaits!

This small out of the way German restaurant is worth the long drive, but falls short in ambience and personality. Server (owners?) not big on conversation. We ordered the dinner for two to sample a variety of their menu items. Schnitzel, rotkraut, and sausage were excellent. Sourbrauten, dumpling and spatzle were ordinary. Daily specials are a great buy, we will be back as this is still the best German food in this area!

Our family is from Germany and it was a treat to be able to eat real German food in TX!! Beef goulash is amazing and the bread tasted like home. Thanks for a great evening.

The best German food I have ever had.

Great little place. Wonderful food. Robust menu. Must have reservations.

Fantastic family owned German restaurant ~ an absolute gem hidden off the beaten path in Bosque county! The menu boasts all of the German classics and the food is incredible, authentic, and served as if you have been invited to the proprietor's home for dinner. It's like a quick jaunt to the Bavarian alps, especially if you dine when there is live music. Our party really enjoyed Sunshine Will and we all departed Zur Autobahn festive and full!

Traveling across Texas we were Googling restaurants and came across this little treasure. It was 20 minutes off our path and well worth it. The Jager Schnitzel with its mushroom cream gravy, good enough to put a smile on your face. The bratwurst, oh my my, such a flavorful, meaty, wurst. The red cabbage and fried potatoes just right. Good thing we shared a meal because the cherry streusal, well I haven't had one this good since I was stationed in Germany.

I was so excited to get to stop here and eat authentic German schnitzel. The sausage was excellent also.

Love it. Tiny place but great food

A real mom and pop place, literally. Great food, all made from scratch. I recommend making a reservation, otherwise if you get there right after someone you might wait a while to eat.

Beste deutsche Küche im Umkreis.

Lovely German restaurant. All made from scratch reasonably priced. Friendly hosts. It's BYOB so bring your own beer. Also the opening times are particular but they are reliably open. Loved it.

Authentic and excellent German food. BYOB.

Great place for a little taste of Deutschland. The Roulade is the best anywhere. Every thing is very good. BYOB.

Great atmosphere. Car lovers will love the decor. Food very authentic.

Excellent food and a fun evening

Genuine German cuisine and authentic atmosphere.

Good food, good service, no complaints.

Where to begin! Restaurant is a small, 28 seat resturant. We took a chance on showing up without a reservation since we were there at 5 pm when they were opening for the second seating on Saturday. We were warmly welcomed and seated promptly. Lovely German waitperson was friendly and assured us we were welcome. The menu is not overly large but offers a varied array of German dishes. We choose the chef recommended dinner which consisted of a bratwurst and pork loin schnitzel with gravy along with fresh sauerkraut and German fried potatoes and fresh baked brown bread. So good❗️❗️❗️The cherry dessert was a melt in your mouth delight. We are already planning another trip to this delightful gem. It’s a bring your own bottle place but the tea was freshly brewed and refilled many times. German music played softly in the background adding to the atmosphere. If you’re ever close to Meridian/Clifton it’s worth a visit.

You have to really want to go to this place, it is 8 miles west of Merdian, Tx on Hwy 22. You know with the first bite your time has not been wasted. All dishes are real german cooking so its no surprise when you meet the owner and her the accented English. If you crave german food at its best give it a try.

We were mapping real estate and decided to drive out of town to this parlor in a pasture for lunch. We anticipated a cheerful setting and an "off-the-charts" meal. The setting was quaint, cozy, and colorful inside and out. Being the only patrons at the time, we were met by a gracious hostess/cook/server who spoke English with a friendly/frank German accent. We ordered from a lunch menu - Frikadelle, salad, Jaeger Schnitzel, and Apfel Schorle to drink. We shared the Blueberry Streusel for dessert. The meal was tasty and authentic, just not OTC. Although it was Friday afternoon, our cost was more in line with what we would expect to pay for a dinner meal. We thanked the hostess, made our exit, and charted a course for home. When driving to a destination out of the way, it probably seems natural to expect more than the usual. Expectations run high when you are hungry and... off-the-beaten path.

We were looking for a German restaurant & someone told us about this one. It was very cute & quaint. The food was exactly what we were looking for. Roulade was delicious. It was well worth the drive!

I visited Zur Autobahn as a special mid-week treat while exploring Bosque County. The restaurant is actually about 8 miles southwest of Meridian on Hwy 22 and located in a unique little house. The dining room is small, bright, and very pleasant, with four 6-person tables and two 2-person tables. There was only a group of 6 there when I arrived, but it would be good to call for a reservation on the weekends. All the food is handmade after you order, so this is not fast food. A place to relax and visit before a great meal. I had the Jagerschnitzel with a nice mushroom sauce and fried potatoes and they were very tasty. While you wait for the main course, Connie brings a fresh crisp salad and a slice of wonderful homemade bread. Come hungry. In all, a wonderful experience and I look forward to another visit. Cost for the meal, with iced tea was a bit over $20. Recommended for a tasty German meal in a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere.

The food is authentic and wonderful. Reservations are preferred so make sure you call them first. Save room for the desserts! Like all of the entrees, the desserts are made from scratch, and they are always an event.

We ate at Zur Autobahn for a birthday. Sweet little restaurant near Clifton and Meridian. The food was wonderful. The service was fine. My fav was the bratwurst. And then I ate the apple streusal. Oh man! All smiles. You should go!

Really loved Zur Autobahn. It was close to the B&B we were staying at in Meridian. Food was very good. Waitress was great. Small hometown feel. Everyone knew each other and going there 10 years or so. Off the beaten path but worth it. It's BYOB so don't forget.

Delicious food served by happy, friendly people. The schnitzel is top-notch, and the sauerkraut and red cabbage are both outstanding. Homemade bread was a nice treat, also. If you had a German grandma, you'll be really pleased!

Germans cooking real German food!

Just left Zur Autobahn. . . It was AMAZING! This was our first time here and I must say, the food and the service was excellent! We will be going back a lot more and would recommend it to anyone looking for great food in a cozy atmosphere!

My family and I have been coming here for years. It is one of our favorites. The food is great, it is all prepared from scratch, no fast food. So plan on relaxing and visiting while your meal is prepared. You can bring your own beer or wine. Besr to call ahead and make reservations. Try it and I promise you won't be disappointed!

authentic German food at the top of the Texas Hill Country. Dieter and Connie do all the cooking and serving here. small, cozy atmosphere, bring your own wine, and shop some of Connie's selection of jewelry. red cabbage and kraut are both great, and we always get the schnitzel because it is so good. some day I will make myself try something else

Good food, cozy, staff was really nice.

Best German Food Around, hands down. World travelers here, and this place is awesome.

Love this place, Connie and dieter have an amazing place with the greatest German food around. Definitely worth the drive!

The four of us drove out on a Saturday afternoon for some wonderful authentic German food. We all enjoyed it very, very much. Be sure to try the cheesecake for desert. You won't be disappointed.

My husband and I shared the sampler for two. The food was made to order, all homemade and wonderful. Very good German food. Worth the drive, be sure to make reservations.

I've heard about this place for years and finally made it! It's small so I'm d recommend calling to make a reservation. We had no problem but it would be a shame to go out there and not get in. It's adorable. You really feel...

Excellent food. Very homey atmosphere. Owner is German and excellent call!

My wife and I had dinner there last night. We split the sampler for two. It was a lot of food, and we had leftovers that we finished the next day. The food was delicious, and the owners were very friendly. We will definitely be back.

If you are looking for real German food cooked by germans, this is your place. All meals are cooked from scratch, so be prepared to wait a long time all the while smelling the delicious food cooking.. The family used to be in racing, and...

We ate here recently and were very satisfied. The owners were nice, helpful and the food was good. I've lived in Germany, and the food here is pretty authentic. If I had to choose between here and a burger joint up the road in Meridian,...

I wanted to treat my brother and his wife when he visited my Ranch in Meridian to something special. That was Zur Autobahn... We all thought we were in German country somewhere. What a perfect night that was. With great German food and matching friendly...

Great little place (the picture above pretty much shows the entire dining room) with wonderful and authentic food and owners! Reservations are recommended, because not many folks just drive by and decide to stop, and if it happens to be a very slow day/week, the...

Some friends and I plus husband went to Zur Autobahn a few weeks ago on recommendation. We arrived without a reservation (required) and luckily they had a table for four. We didn't know reservations were required. The place was slightly off the road, but easy...

Ein sehr gutes, Deutsches Restaurant mit familiärem Ambiente? Dies mitten in Texas? Danke für den netten Aufenthalt! Nicht verpassen sollte...

Very good, authentic German food in a very unassuming location. This is not a place you will likely just happen by, it's not on the beaten path, but worth the drive. Its byob beer and wine so come prepared. The schnitzel was great as were...

We have been trying for a long time to find this place open. Finally driving by on way to Meridian at night the green stop light caught my attention and it was open. We had a real German meal and it was great. Byob but...

Fantastic German food in this small restaurant near Meridian. It's a bit of a drive from Waco, but absolutely worth it. Better food than many restaurants in Germany.

This is a great little (very small) place, where the owner cooks the food, serves you and cleans up after you leave. Isn't that what Momma did for you ??? It's just like eating in the home of a good german cook. But they are...

We drove a little over a 100 miles to eat at Zur Autobahn, there seems to be no good German restaurants in the DFW area, at least we have not found one. This is a small place about five miles west outside of Meridian, TX...

Very good food and Service. You can have a drink with your dinner so that is nice. The owner is always so nice. It's always a good place to have dinner.

Zur Autobahn is a wonderful little German restaurant in the middle of no where. However, the Google maps location is bogus as it shows it on Hwy. 22 right near downtown Meridian, Tx. In fact it is about 10 miles southwest on Hwy. 22, almost...

Once again, after riding my motorcycle(a German Make), to eat at Zur Autobahn south of Meridian, Texas, I left with a great feeling. Authentic German food in the middle of no-where can sometimes be a crap-shoot but not at Zur Autobahn. The food is excellent...

Small , cozy setting with delightful food and service.. ..Family owned and operated.... a feeling of perfection. We felt we had walked into the German countryside and enjoyed the finest meal ..with a family that truly cared.. .