Rathskeller

4.7

554 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary German

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for craft beers
Charming

We have one major focus: the popular German street food - schnitzel. We also have wursts made by local German meat market legend, Binkert's (Rosedale, MD). Other partnerships include a Black Forest Ice Cream Sandwich by Scoop & Paddle (Clarksville, MD).

We use fresh meats and vegetables, never frozen. The pretzels are made by hand by an Army vet who learned to make pretzels in Germany after his service. The sauces are made from scratch. Our cocktail program features both popular and obscure German spirits. The wine program consists of small-production family-owned wineries in Germany and Austria. Beer offerings include a healthy diet of imported German beers and local breweries who make German-style brews.

Join us inside our cozy beer hall, outside on our biergarten, or for take out or delivery! Thanks for being a part of the #schnitzelgang.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary German, German, Beer Garden
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 796-1530
Website
http://rathskellermd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please email info@rathskellermd.com for a catering menu
Private party facilities
Please email info@rathskellermd.com for private event inquiries.

Location
5782 Main St, Elkridge, MD 21075-5019
Neighborhood
Elkridge
Cross street
Levering Ave (less than 5 minutes from Guinness Brewery)
Parking details
We have a few spaces on our own lot, an overflow lot, as well as free street parking.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Cocktail Class at the Bar
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Learn how to make three of our most popular cocktails from our menu! We'll show you how to use different cocktail techniques for different results and some history of different cocktail ingredients. Food is available for purchase. Seating is at the bar only. Please make your reservation for Saturday's at 3pm. Cocktail classes are not offered any other time.
Saturday Chef's Tasting Menu
$59.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a German multi-course experience with seasonal creations featuring locally sourced ingredients when available. Wine pairings are additional. We highly recommend pre-purchasing via OpenTable. The price per person at the restaurant will be higher.

Popular dishes

Pork Schnitzel$8.00
Paprika-marinated pork cutlet, fried with panko breadcrumbs or grilled. Also available in plain
Chicken Schnitzel$7.00
Paprika-marinated chicken breast, fried with panko breadcrumbs or grilled. Also available in plain
Eggplant Schnitzel$5.00
Paprika-marinated eggplant, fried with panko breadcrumbs or grilled. Also available in plain
Try It Grilled
the chicken, pork, and eggplant schnitzels can be grilled for a gluten-free option
Falafel$5.00
Three large chickpea balls, rolled with fresh herbs and lemon juice. Also available in plain
Bucket of Schnitzel$40.00
Any (4) combo of chicken, pork, eggplant or falafel. Served with (2) large sides
Jagerschnitzel$21.00
(Limited, ask about availability). Vegan mushroom gravy over your schnitzel of choice. Served with 2 small sides
Rahmschnitzel$21.00
(Limited, ask about availability). Vegetarian white wine-cream sauce over a schnitzel of your choice. Served with 2 small sides
Balkan Schnitzel$21.00
Peppers & onion tomato gravy (vegan) over your choice of schnitzel. Served with two small sides

Sauces

Apple Cider
Lemon Vinaigrette
RK (Rathskeller)
Honey Mustard
Cheddar

Wursts from Binkert' S

Optional add-ons: Hank's Pretzel Roll $3. Red Cabbage Topping $1. German Slaw Topping $1. Free sauces include: Dijon Mustard, RK, Curry Ketchup, Regular Ketchup, Honey Mustard

Bauernwurst$6.00
pork sausage with mustard seeds
Currywurst$6.00
pork sausage with spices
Käsekrainer$6.00
Pork sausage with cheddar cheese
Weisswurst$6.00
Veal sausage with parsley
Bratwurst$6.00
Pork sausages with herbs
Wurst Platter$40.00
One (1) each of Binkert's wursts for a total of five (5). Served with (2) large sides and sauces (Dijon Mustard, Honey Mustard, Curry Ketchup, RK, Regular Ketchup)

Sides

Add Small Side: $5, Add Large Side: $7

German Fries
dusted with curry powder, served with RK Sauce
Red Cabbage
braised to perfection
Roasted Broccoli
served with caramelized onions, drizzled with apple cider glaze
German Slaw
shredded red cabbage and carrots tossed with our house dressing
Spatzle N' Cheese
cheesy egg pasta with sauteed onions

Snacks

Hank's Butter Pretzel$5.00
sprinkled with salt and served with cheddar sauce
Crab Pretzel$11.00
Cheesy Crab Dip melted on top of Hank's Pretzel
RK Salat$5.00
green leaf, tomato, red cabbage, carrots, cheddar, pretzel croutons (Vegetarian) dressings: lemon vinaigrette, honey mustard, ranch
Potato Cakes$5.00
shredded potato, onion, eggs, served with a side of creme fraiche
Flammkuchen$5.00
german-style pizza, creme fraiche, cheddar, sauteed onions

Sweets

Also available: Dallmayr Prodomo German Coffee $4

Apple Strudel$7.00
Scoop & Paddle Black Forest Ice Cream Sandwich$6.00
Madagascar Vanilla Ice Cream$3.00
Raspberry Sorbet$3.00

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Peach Shrub Cocktail$4.00
hand-picked Larriland peaches, apple cider vinegar, club soda
Other$3.00
Unsweet Tea, Lemonade, Minute Maid Apple Juice
Bar$3.00
Ginger Beer, Club Soda, Tonic

Soda

Coca-Cola
Diet Coke
Sprite
Ginger Ale

For Pups on the Patio

Kaiser Pup$7.00
grilled un-marinated chicken or pork (our decision), plain spatzle pasta, broccoli and shredded carrots
Bowl of Water
we'll gladly bring up a bowl of water upon request!

What 554 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Baltimore Suburbs
Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rathskeller delights with "absolutely delicious food" and a vast selection of German beers. Patrons praise the "fantastic service" and vibrant atmosphere, though it can get noisy. With standout dishes like schnitzel and pretzels, Rathskeller is a "hidden gem" that promises "authentic and fantastic service" for every visit.

554 Reviews

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Beth
Philadelphia
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
First time visiting, reservations & told them we were there to celebrate our anniversary No one acknowledged why we were there Very disappointing
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Kevin
Washington DC
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a find! Nice little quaint restaurant located in Elkridge. The service was great and friendly. The beer selection was on point for a German restaurant, and the food was delicious. My family had a really good time.
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Melissa
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve had the pleasure of dining here before and it’s always a great experience! This time I added the bacon on the crab pretzel and it was incredible. Definitely do it!
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Bob
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have a great experience here. They have the best German food and a beer selection that can’t be matched. The staff are very helpful with suggestions and awesome service. If you are craving a bit of authentic fare - with an excellent selection of many different German beer styles - then this is your place.
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thanks a lot Bob!
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Joanne
Baltimore
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food as usual! Service was great as well.
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thanks Joanne!
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Michelle
Anchorage
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. Location was unique and added to the experience.
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thanks Michelle!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great dinner tonight! We had a later reservation but went a little earlier and were seated right away. We both had specials-my husband’s favorite is the Chicken Cordon Bleu and I had the Mediterranean Schnitzel. Both were delicious and our server was terrific as well, checked back often and provided any extra needs. The drinks were on point too, I had a Tropical Sunryes and it was very tasty with unique flavors . We need to go more often, it’s so close and we’ve never had a disappointing meal. Don’t miss out on this local gem.
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thank you so much!
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Mary
Baltimore
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
This German food is the best I’ve ever had. The pretzel appetizer was soft and flavorful. The wursts are all unique and very moist and tender. The pork schnitzel perfectly seasoned and not over cooked. The red cabbage was so well spiced and sweet, it could have been dessert. The potato cakes were very crispy (but a little in the greasy side). I wasn’t a fan of the pumpkin cheesecake. The service was as friendly but a little lacking in some basics.
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thank you so much! What do you mean by "lacking in some basics?" I'd like to forward this feedback to my service team.
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Jeremey
Baltimore
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was great and the ambiance was wonderful. Keep the cinnamon pretzel dessert on the menu all year long!
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thanks a lot Jeremey! We'll do our best to keep the cinnamon pretzel bites!
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kathy
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal, again! Schnitzel was perfectly cooked, served hot and was delicious! Cocktail (RK old fashioned) really hit the spot. It’s a fine tuned machine now and we are so happy to have Rathskeller so close. Mario is the best!! Musician (very talented) outside was the cherry on top!
RathskellerResponded on November 9, 2024
Thanks so much Kathy!
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FAQs

Rathskeller offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 796-1530.

Rathskeller is rated 4.7 stars by 554 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

5782 Main St, Elkridge, MD 21075-5019

Additional information

Cross street
Levering Ave (less than 5 minutes from Guinness Brewery)
Neighborhood
Elkridge
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary German, German, Beer Garden
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a few spaces on our own lot, an overflow lot, as well as free street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://rathskellermd.com/
Phone number
(410) 796-1530
Catering
Please email info@rathskellermd.com for a catering menu
Private party facilities
Please email info@rathskellermd.com for private event inquiries.

Rathskeller

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cocktail Class at the Bar

Saturday Chef's Tasting Menu

Pork Schnitzel

Eggplant Schnitzel

Chicken Schnitzel

Schnitzels

Pork Schnitzel$8.00

Chicken Schnitzel$7.00

Eggplant Schnitzel$5.00

Try It Grilled

Falafel$5.00

Bucket of Schnitzel$40.00

Jagerschnitzel$21.00

Rahmschnitzel$21.00

Balkan Schnitzel$21.00

Sauces

Apple Cider

Lemon Vinaigrette

RK (Rathskeller)

Honey Mustard

Cheddar

Wursts from Binkert' S

Bauernwurst$6.00

Currywurst$6.00

Käsekrainer$6.00

Weisswurst$6.00

Bratwurst$6.00

Wurst Platter$40.00

Sides

German Fries

Red Cabbage

Roasted Broccoli

German Slaw

Spatzle N' Cheese

Snacks

Hank's Butter Pretzel$5.00

Crab Pretzel$11.00

RK Salat$5.00

Potato Cakes$5.00

Flammkuchen$5.00

Sweets

Apple Strudel$7.00

Scoop & Paddle Black Forest Ice Cream Sandwich$6.00

Madagascar Vanilla Ice Cream$3.00

Raspberry Sorbet$3.00

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Peach Shrub Cocktail$4.00

Other$3.00

Bar$3.00

Soda

Coca-Cola

Diet Coke

Sprite

Ginger Ale

For Pups on the Patio

Kaiser Pup$7.00

Bowl of Water

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Rathskeller offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Rathskeller restaurant rated?

Is Rathskeller currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information