Heidelberg Haus

I had heard about this restaurant for years, but had never been there. We wanted to try something new, and I was in the mood for German sausage, so we decided to give it a try.It's one of the most charming restaurants I've been in, more of a café, surrounded by a gift shop brimming with German tchotchkes.The sausage were delicious, even the German potato salad, which I usually don't care much for, was very good.I took a few pictures of the pastry case, although we were too full to eat any, but that's just a reason I'll have to go back again sometime!

Heidelberg Haus was such a hidden gem! It's clear that the staff here genuinely love what they do, and you can feel that warmth in the air. It's a cozy spot with lots of regulars, and the atmosphere is full of character--think knick-knacks galore and even a small German grocery section that adds a fun touch. The pastries were the real highlight--delicious and clearly made with care. Our sausage and kraut were simple, no-frills, and exactly what we were hoping for. The seating, though, is a bit limited and cramped, so don't expect tons of space. But if you're in the mood for authentic German comfort food and a quirky, welcoming vibe, Heidelberg Haus is definitely worth the visit!

Not really for me.This place has been here probably all my life so I decided to try.It's very crowded, only a few little tables.Lots of little knickknacks and gnomes as decore.One of there servers was really nice, the others not so much.Don't know if they are prejudice or just not freindly... both the servers and the patrons.Definitely not a friendly or welcoming place.As for the desserts, way over priced, some tasted like they were second day...I didn't get to taste any food except a pretzel but I won't waste my time going back

It has been such a joy to experience Heidelberg Haus through the yes of my three year old. From the festive Bavarian music to the murals and gnomes on the exterior, it's such a jolly and fun experience. Our last two visits included exploring the baked treats, partaking in their famous Springerle cookies and purchasing items for friends. The staff is so friendly and patient with kiddos. Angie even treated my son to a free little cookie of his choice from the case. His day was made. Cannot recommend this spot for adults (and Khufu's) enough.

I'm still trying to collect my thoughts about Heidelberg Haus. I like it! But also, this place is a lot. It's a visual overload.First, there are gnomes everywhere. There's a 9-foot gnome outside named Hans, and the gnomes just get smaller and more plentiful as you step inside the cafe/bakery/store. Around every corner, you'll find something: gnome tchotchkes, beer steins, German magazines, VHS tapes, jars of herring, dolls wearing dirndls, a freezer full of bread loves below a painted image of a hobo. You can stay for a while and sit at the restaurant's bar counter, which has a few seats. The menu is limited -- mostly brats, knockwurst and a few sandwiches with chips. If bellying up to the counter isn't for you, you can choose to sit at one of the random tables placed all around the store. Maybe you want to sit at the table next to the fez-wearing monkey holding a puppy wearing a green feathered hat? That's probably where I'd choose to sit, if I were dining in.I just stopped by to grab some cookies for a picnic. Heidelberg Haus has dozens of different kinds of cookies, as well as danishes, tortes, cakes, rolls and kuchen. Their savory offerings include big German pretzels, loaves of bread and yeasty rolls. I got maybe 15 different cookies for around $8, which is a bargain! I also got a little hand-sized Nutella cake for the road, because why not.

I am so sad I haven't been here before now. Had to come up that way for something else and seen this cute little place and decided to stop in after checking out the yelp reviews. When you first walk in it seems a bit overwhelming as there is a lot of Knick knacks and gnomes you can buy in the back right corner there's a little grocery area with authentic German items. If you go to the left there's a bakery and cafe with a few little seats. We got a few bakery items to try and might I say they by far have the best cake I've ever ate in my life. The lady behind the counter was super helpful and friendly. She even gave a recommendation on a cake they don't typically have and to try it. The baker makes a couple cakes everyday however most of the time what they have is whatever the baker felt like making that day. Chocolate lemon layer cake and it did not disappoint. It was moist and well balanced with sweet and tart. We also got the Black Forest and that was equally as delicious I want to go back for the whole cake to be honest. The layers were perfectly even and the cherry and chocolate complimented each other well I did not care for the strawberry rhubarb pastry it was too dry and had a slight burnt taste to it. The apple dessert was amazing as well. I can't wait to come which and try more items and maybe even sit down and have a light German meal.

Wow. So impressed by this cafe and bakery. But honestly it's so much more. It's a great spot for German food but a super interesting and eclectic shop as well. Right off 465 too. I recommend seating at the counter. Start with the food. Definitely ask the staff for their favorite items if you don't know where to start. Basically you get a wiener, German potato salad (warmed) and bread. I got the farmers brat and it was great. While you are waiting for food take a look around, grab some of their delicious bakery items or fresh bread. Great prices too. Don't forget to grab a photo with the gnome outside.

I was driving through Indianapolis with a friend who spent several years in Germany, so I thought it would be a treat to try Heidelberg Haus. I was right! It's a cute little German bakery with a cafe and store.According to my German friend, it is very authentic and it looks as such. I enjoyed the currywurst, which is a brat (knockwurst) drizzled in a curry ketchup mix. The spice from the curry mixed well with the sweetness of the ketchup. The potato salad was okay but I didn't care for the rye bread, which felt cold and dry for a bakery known for freshly baked goods. It was fun to grab a piece of German chocolate cake and some Milka chocolates for the road.Heidelberg Haus is not a tourist trap. If I'm ever stein (stayin) in Indianapolis again, I'll be back!

Quirky, local, and clearly GERMAN! I'm not too sure when the last time they raised their prices was because they are pretty cheap! Most everything is under $10! Very hearty and satisfying, and I especially enjoyed the potato salad. As a meal bonus, we ordered a pretzel and shared it. The mustard they have on the table is HOT HOT HOT! A GOOD HOT! I compared it to St. Elmo's Steakhouse shrimp cocktail sauce, (horseradish wise!) So good! I wanted to buy some of it, but they were out of retail jars. I will have to go back just for the mustard!! You need to walk around after eating and take in all that is Heidelberg Haus, there is a mess of things/food/trolls/stuff to take in!

I have been eating cake at this joint my entire life. My family's birthday cakes have always been from here. Just stopping in for some cake when I'm back home visiting is always a treat. The servers are usually nice and friendly (the VERY few times I've seen a server not be particularly friendly it was quite clear that the place was busy and the server was simply having a rough day; it's so rare that it's not even worth mentioning; I noticed somebody here gave the restaurant a low rating and wrote, completely out of the blue, "I don't know if they're prejudice or what"--looking at the profile picture of the woman who wrote that, I have to ask, Prejudiced against what??? Just a stupid comment from a person who's obviously seeking attention).A lot of people have mentioned how there's tons of stuff in the joint. That's true and it's part of the charm. There is limited seating, but I like that. If I'm alone, I sit at the counter. If I'm with friends and/or family, I sit at one of the tables or the nice, cozy private room in the back. This is one of the only things in Indianapolis that has not changed very much throughout my lifetime. I appreciate that. The city has somehow even managed to ruin the art museum, which had been another place I visited any time I came home (but now, sadly, it only makes me angry to see how they've destroyed a once gorgeous museum). There is something to be said about the reliability of tradition. This place has existed for nearly 60 years. It's a small business that survived the pandemic. It's made it through multiple recessions. That's because the products sold within never fail to deliver.Make sure you try a piece of cake with the rum fudge layer. Nothing else in the universe tastes so darn good.