For classic dishes washed down with beer, these restaurants that serve German food in Singapore are as authentic as it gets.
A feast-worthy niche of European food that always promises a hearty feed with its heaps of meat and dollops of gravy, German cuisine is one you can wolf down easily in this cosmopolitan city of ours. Not in the mood for Spanish, French or Mexican? We’ve gathered a bunch of German restaurants in Singapore that will likely hit the spot if you miss grub from this part of the world. From currywurst to crispy pork knuckle, these places will have you yelling “wunderbar!” at the table.
Best German restaurants in Singapore
1. Baden Restaurant & Pub
Who needs posh when you’ve got good German nosh like pork knuckles and currywurst? The former is Baden’s signature, served tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. You can get it on its own with potato and sauerkraut or make it a feast with sausages, wings and more. Of course, like any self-respecting Germanic pub – located within the rowdy heart of Holland Village, no less – Baden offers a variety of classic German brews like Erdinger Weissbier. The Bavarian-style hangout has been around for years, dishing out plates of bratwurst sausages, pork schnitzel and stewed beef in dark beer for hungry diners.
Baden Restaurant & Pub, 42 Lorong Mambong, Singapore 277696
2. Frieda
For a casual German dining experience, head to Frieda, which is named after Kempinski brand founder Berthold Kempinski’s daughter. Pick a spot at the lush green garden space for lunch or pop by for happy hour at the cosy restaurant to munch your way through crispy pork knuckle, veal schnitzel, currywurst, Swabian lentil stew and pretzel dumplings.
Frieda, Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, 15 Stamford Road, Singapore 178906
3. Paulaner Bräuhaus
This joint’s been around for over two decades, and for good reason. As Singapore’s only German microbrewery and restaurant, you can bet Paulaner Bräuhaus has quite the rep amongst German gurus in the city. The authentic Bavarian line-up includes freshly baked pretzels, oven-roasted pork knuckle, beer and beef goulash, and a neat variety of sausages. Chill out at the bar or head to the alfresco beer garden to enjoy your brews.
Paulaner Bräuhaus, #01-01, Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039596
4. Brotzeit
One of the more commercialised of the lot on our list, this German bar and restaurant franchise has branches in Singapore, China, Australia and Hong Kong. Spreading the goodness of German grub all around the world, Brotzeit does it authentically with mains like crispy oven-roasted pork knuckle, wiener schnitzel (breaded veal cutlet) and salmon rosti. Psst: it’s also a fave haunt of ours for German beers and oyster promos!
Brotzeit, multiple locations including VivoCity and Raffles City
5. Hans Im Glück
To satisfy your burger cravings, head to Hans Im Glück for your fill. The casual German burger chain, which has been on our shores since 2017, specialises in beef, chicken, vegetarian and vegan burgers. But don’t forget about the salads! If you want a lighter meal, these tasty greens come topped with everything from parma ham and parmesan to grilled chicken and avocado cream. Grab a pint of German draft beer to complete the meal.
Hans Im Glück, multiple locations including Orchard Road and VivoCity
6. Leopold Gastrobar
For Austrian, Swiss and German cuisine, head to this restaurant and bar in Tanjong Pagar. The bistro-style space, set up by Austrian entrepreneur Klaus Leopold, serves sharing plates that you can pair with wines and cocktails. Highlights to try include slow roasted pork collar, baked meatloaf, Swiss rosti and Austrian beef stew.
Leopold Gastrobar, 96 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088517
7. Wilder Mann
In the mood for schnitzel and sausages? Swing by the quaint German restaurant at Upper Thomson for a homely experience. The kitchen also whips up dishes like meatloaf and pork knuckle with sauerkraut, fries or potato salad (reserve this limited portion dish in advance to avoid disappointment!). Wash it all down with beers like Kapuziner Weissbier, Paulaner Dunkel and Hacker-Pschorr Kellerbier.
Wilder Mann, 906M Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 787110
8. Stuttgart Blackforest Boutique S-Cafe
Swabian culture is prevalent in Stuttgart, a city in the southwest region of Germany. And if there’s one Swabian specialty you’ve definitely heard of, it’s the dreamy black forest cake that this cafe serves. So settle in at the elegant black and white bungalow space and enjoy your slice along with a cuppa.
Stuttgart Blackforest Boutique S-Cafe, 35A Scotts Road, Singapore 228228
Time to get your fill of good German grub at these restaurants in Singapore!
