Schulte & Herr
A cozy Bayside gem serving authentic homemade German cuisine with a focus on traditional, comforting dishes.
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Schulte & Herr
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Must-see attractions
A cozy Bayside gem serving authentic homemade German cuisine with a focus on traditional, comforting dishes.
Make a Reservation
This cozy restaurant has limited seating, so reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends.
BYOB Friendly
Bring your own bottle of wine or beer to complement your meal and enhance the dining experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
German
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(207) 773-1997
Address
349 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Highlights
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Authentic Homemade German Cuisine
Experience the heart of Germany with traditional dishes like Jägerschnitzel and potato pancakes, served with impeccable service.
Cozy Ambiance
Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere with charming decor and traditional German music, perfect for an intimate dining experience.
Jägerschnitzel Perfection
Savor the tender, delicately breaded pork schnitzel, a highly recommended dish that perfectly embodies classic German flavors.
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Make a Reservation
This cozy restaurant has limited seating, so reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends.
BYOB Friendly
Bring your own bottle of wine or beer to complement your meal and enhance the dining experience.
Try Gluten-Free Options
Enjoy delicious gluten-free choices such as bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad, and roasted vegetables.
Don't Miss Specialties
Explore unique offerings like Sunday roast, house-cured lox, and traditional potato pancakes.
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Make a Reservation
This cozy restaurant has limited seating, so reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends.
BYOB Friendly
Bring your own bottle of wine or beer to complement your meal and enhance the dining experience.
Try Gluten-Free Options
Enjoy delicious gluten-free choices such as bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad, and roasted vegetables.
Don't Miss Specialties
Explore unique offerings like Sunday roast, house-cured lox, and traditional potato pancakes.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Schulte & Herr is praised for its authentic, homemade German cuisine and warm, intimate atmosphere, often compared to dining at a friend's home. Many highlight the excellent schnitzel, sauerbraten, and potato pancakes, along with impeccable service. While overwhelmingly positive, a few reviews mention the dishes being just 'OK' or aspects like dry spaetzle, suggesting consistency might vary.
"Making reservation is super easy! This place was recommended to us by so many people on our trip to Portland. We highly recommend you check this place out for an amazing German home-cooked meal."
Carlos Orozco
"The service was excellent and the food felt like it was cooked at home. Tasty and authentic. Small intimate area. Maybe 6-7 tables. 100% would return."
Bryan Syktich
"This is my favourite restaurant in Portland! And probably just one of my faves!
The ambiance is just so cozy — ran completely by this lovely German couple. Have been here multiple times and everything is so good, but the potato pancakes + schnitzel + potato au gratin + roasted veggies are just amazing. The bread they give is amazing as well. Clearly made fresh in house in their tiny kitchen. BYOB!
Definitely make a reservation."
Dionne Chen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended due to the restaurant's small size, especially for weekend dining.
Yes, Schulte & Herr is a BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle) establishment, so feel free to bring your favorite wine or beer.
Yes, several dishes like bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad, and roasted vegetables are naturally gluten-free.
Popular choices include Jägerschnitzel, Sauerbraten, potato pancakes, and their traditional German pea soup.
The restaurant offers a cozy and intimate atmosphere with charming decor and traditional German music, creating a homey feel.
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While comforting, homey German classics — think tangy cucumber salad, bratwurst with sauerkraut and some of the most exquisitely fried schnitzel on the East Coast — sound most appealing when the weather is chilly, don’t neglect this sweet little Bayside restaurant in the summer. Not only is Schulte & Herr a perfect choice for avoiding summertime crowds, it is also BYOB, so bring a bottle of your best chilled Gewurtztraminer and a “Guten Appetit.” Read the review. TAGS: dinner, Reservations
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When we think of dishes we want to curl up with on a chilly evening, schnitzel is definitely one that comes to mind. The best you’ll find in Portland, in our opinion, comes from Schulte & Herr. They make a super-thin, delicately breaded pork schnitzel that is perfectly accompanied by some German potato salad and a side of cheesy spaetzle.
Gluten-Free Portland Maine Dining Guide
Classic German cuisine is what you’ll find at Schulte & Herr, and much of it is inherently gluten free. They don’t have GF bread, but if you’re into bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad and roasted veggies, this is your spot. Portions are big, prices are reasonable, and the staff is accommodating.
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Get your fill of perfectly prepared German food here: Think bratwurst with potato salad, potato pancakes with house-cured lox, or a wonderful Sunday roast.
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