Hamburger
$ 11.50A specially seasoned grilled beef hamburger served on a toasted bun with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and red onion, accompanied by our signature hand-cut French fries.
A specially seasoned grilled beef hamburger served on a toasted bun with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and red onion, accompanied by our signature hand-cut French fries.
Choice of Swiss or Cheddar cheese atop a specially seasoned hamburger served with crisp lettuce, tomato, and red onion, accompanied by our great hand-cut French fries.
Farm-fresh organic veal packed into an 8 oz. burger, grilled and topped with savory sautéed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese. Served with French fries.
A generous sandwich of house-made corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut on our own deli rye bread; served with French fries and handmade Thousand Island dressing on the side.
A hearty fork-and-knife sandwich featuring tender cubed pork in a flavorful paprika sauce with melted Swiss cheese on top. Served with French fries.
Made with savory ground beef, onions, and rich mushroom sauce served over traditional spätzle, topped with bubbling mozzarella cheese and a fresh brötchen.
A comforting meal of homemade noodles blended with three rich cheeses, served with a fresh brötchen.
Tender chunks of cod breaded and fried to order, served with malt vinegar, homemade tartar sauce, and a generous portion of French fries.
Hearty lentil soup studded with savory sausage and served alongside a crusty German brötchen.
Two traditional bone marrow dumplings served in a clear, rich savory beef broth.
A beloved best-selling appetizer featuring a savory blend of ham, cheese, and sauerkraut, breaded and fried to golden perfection with homemade mustard.
Traditional comfort food featuring fried pancakes made of grated potatoes, onion, and fresh parsley, served with applesauce and sour cream.
Fresh sliced mushrooms sautéed to perfection with garlic and a splash of wine.
A classic, rich, and delicious liver paté prepared with aromatic herbs and brandy, garnished and served with artisan rye bread.
Tender lentils and cold spaetzel tossed with parsley and crisp field greens in a refreshingly tart lemon-olive oil dressing.
A meal's worth of salad featuring slices of homemade sausage loaf with onions and pickles, tossed in vinaigrette over a bed of field greens.
Century-old German favorite of wine-pickled herring served with dill pickles and onions on a bed of fresh lettuce.
Savory bratwurst cut up and served over a warm, steaming bed of tangy sauerkraut.
Three tender pieces of pickled herring garnished with pickle and fresh onion slices.
Crispy bite-sized pieces of deep-fried spaetzel noodles lightly salted.
Bright and tangy fermented carrot sticks served in a small dish.
Deep crimson pickled beet slices gleaming in a savory marinade.
Toasted, golden-brown walnut halves lightly salted.
Thin, crispy potato pancake chips served with applesauce and sour cream.
Homemade soft pretzel served alongside a rich and spicy Bavarian Obatzta cheese spread.
Warm German potato salad tossed with savory seasonings.
Vibrant braised red cabbage cooked with apples and traditional spices.
A comforting side portion of traditional, tangy, warm sauerkraut.
A steaming side portion of buttery homemade German spaetzle noodles.
Our best-selling dessert featuring fresh apple slices, raisins, and sliced almonds rolled in a handmade flaky pastry dough, served warm with fresh whipped cream.
Three layers of chocolate cake with kirsch-spiked cherries between the layers, topped with fresh whipped cream and chocolate curls.
A very rich, dark chocolate flourless torte made in the tradition of Hotel Sacher in Vienna, topped with apricot glaze and chocolate ganache.
Two excellent handmade bratwurst links served with hot German potato salad, carefully seasoned sauerkraut, and fresh handmade rye bread.
A sampler featuring one bratwurst, one chicken curry sausage, and one Polish sausage, served with homemade mustard, rye bread, and potato salad.
A generous sampling of red cabbage, sauerkraut, and German potato salad accompanying Rippchen, bratwurst, and Polish sausage, served with a fresh-baked pretzel and mustard.
Tender beef marinated in a spice and vinegar brine, then roasted and served in rich gravy with spätzle and red cabbage.
Traditional German-style dish of locally raised rabbit braised in a flavorful brown sauce and served with spätzle and red cabbage.
An impressive, tender braised pork shank served with spätzle and savory brown gravy.
A classic tender slice of locally sourced veal or pork, breaded and pan-fried, served with a crispy potato pancake and lemon.
A lean slice of pork served in a savory bacon, onion, sour cream, and paprika sauce, accompanied by spätzle and red cabbage.
A thick slice of local organic veal lightly floured, sautéed with mushrooms, and served in its own creamy brown Jäger gravy with spätzle and red cabbage.
Tender veal pieces cooked with onions, caraway seeds, paprika, and sauerkraut for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
A cult-following paprika-spiced stew with beef, tomatoes, onions, and peppers, served over a bed of fluffy spätzle.
Beef tenderloin sautéed with mushrooms and onions in a sour cream-fortified brown gravy, served with spätzle and red cabbage.
A very large, tender veal shank smothered in rich vegetables and gravy, served with spätzle.
Organic veal from Western Wisconsin filled, oven roasted, and served in slices with a veal demi-glace, apple dressing, and red cabbage.
Pan-fried veal liver smothered in caramelized onions and served with French fries.
Tasty spiced meatball in a creamy white caper sauce, served with spätzle and red cabbage.
Veal kidney pieces sautéed with a dash of balsamic vinegar in a sour cream brown sauce, served with spätzle and red cabbage.
A classic beef roll with bacon, carrot, pickle, and mustard inside, braised in brown gravy and accompanied by spätzle and red cabbage.
A leaf of green cabbage wrapped around a flavorful meat filling, steamed and served with paprika gravy and spätzle.
Welcome to Black Forest Inn, a cherished culinary landmark nestled on Eat Street in Minneapolis, MN. Operating for decades, this long-standing German restaurant and beer garden transports diners straight to a traditional European brewhaus. Featuring historically beautiful German wood decor, intricate finishes, and a vibrant patio, the establishment delivers an immersive dining experience celebrated by locals and visitors alike.
Diners frequently praise the restaurant for its massive portions and deeply comforting traditional recipes. Standout favorites highlighted by guests include the famous Bratwurst Dinner featuring massive, perfectly cooked sausage links, and the melt-in-your-mouth Sauerbraten marinated in a rich spice and vinegar brine. For comfort food enthusiasts, the Hungarian Goulash and hearty Beef Rouladen offer rich, soul-warming depths of flavor. Don't miss out on their bestselling appetizers like the crispy Ham and Sauerkraut Balls served with house-made mustard.
No trip to Black Forest Inn is complete without exploring their rotating taps, extensive imported beer list, wines, and ciders. Diners can enjoy lager flights on the spacious outdoor patio or cozy up inside the historic dining rooms. To finish your meal, indulge in their legendary house-made Apple Strudel wrapped in flaky pastry dough with fresh whipped cream, or a decadent slice of Black Forest Cherry Torte.
Known for its warm hospitality, historic storytelling, and robust European fare, Black Forest Inn remains a top destination in Minnesota for authentic German cuisine. Whether you are craving a comforting plate of spätzle, sharing small bites with friends, or enjoying a cold imported lager in the beer garden, this neighborhood favorite guarantees a memorable culinary journey.
2719 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408
2000 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
2551 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405
2743 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
2940 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
3025 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Yes! Black Forest Inn offers several vegetarian-friendly items, including the comforting Spätzle & Cheese Casserole, Potato Pancakes, Sautéed Mushrooms, and traditional sides like Braised Red Cabbage and Sauerkraut.
Customer favorites include the Hungarian Goulash, Beef Rouladen, Sauerbraten, and their bestselling house-made Apple Strudel for dessert.
Yes, the restaurant features an expansive beverage program boasting rotating taps, tons of imported German beers, wines, ciders, and refreshing lager flights.
Main dinner entrees generally range from about $14 to $35, while smaller bites, appetizers, and traditional soups range from $4 to $15.
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