Harry's Hofbrau

Come back to San Jose!!!! Came last Saturday shortly after it opened. I was in awe of its size. The restaurant appeared bigger than the closed San Jose location. Not crowded so we were able to waltz through their cafeteria-style and find a table once I paid. It's a little overwhelming.. the menu because it has variety and their prices are fair. I wanted to order everything. Gavin wasn't too hungry so he only wanted a side of macaroni and cheese. I worked out and didn't eat so I ordered the open face turkey sandwich (dark and white meat), mashed potatoes, and drowned in their rich and thick gravy. I also ordered a side of Cesar salad. Oh, the turkey meat was tender! No option to tip when you pay. There is an ATM machine next to cashier area. I pulled out cash to tip. I am not sure whether beverages (sodas) can get free refills but I noticed a guy asking for his refill. I go to Whis-Purr Rescue every Saturday. This place might be part of my weekly rotation. Who knows. All I know was that I had the most comforting meal in the world.

This throwback restaurant is nearly the last of its breed. Hearty cuts of Prime Rib, Roast Beef, or Corned Beef star at the hot bar. A member of my family speaks lovingly and often about the Turkey Dinner Sandwich.The decor takes one back in time, and diners will often stand gaping at the giant wall menu for several minutes just trying to decide what it will be this time.The portions are abundant and given modern sensibilities, it is likely you will carry off some of your meal for a future breakfast or lunch. (On my last visit, the Corned Beef ended up cubed and parked next to my scramble on the following day.)Not everyone will love this place (especially Vegans), but I give it a little bump for bringing the comfort of a bygone era. Were my parents here now, I would take them there with great confidence.

From the name alone, "Harry's Hofbrau" you'd think this place was some sort of german style establishment... but the truth is, aside from the interior decor, that is essentially where the german-esque feel starts and stops. My boyfriend and his dad truly love this place... they frequent it often... and as die-hard carnivores, I can understand why... (there's a fairly large meat carving station at their disposal) but, for me... it's like traveling back in time to an old-school cafeteria where the lunch-staff asks you what you want and they get irritated if you haven't decided by the time it is your turn to order. I will say this... the food is very bountiful and there is definitely a variety of offerings.... but... there is no mandatory call to action... that is to say, you won't find me touting, "YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS." The food is decent as is the price and the vibe is pretty chill.

You know that Dolly Parton song which was also massively covered and boosted by Whitney Houston? Yup yup well that's how I feel about this awesome eatery. Check out my original write-up; I totally stand by it. My friend who never tried Harry's finally did when we went together months ago, and it was a great meal in a fine festive atmosphere. The Oktoberfest special included a main of Polish sausage and schnitzel dressed in gravy. I asked for an extra ladle of the gravy, warm German potato salad, red cabbage pickled, salad (of which there was many variety, but I got regular garden salad) and ranch dressing, choice of wheat roll or white dinner roll with two pats of butter. All of that was tasty to the max, and more than enough for a meal.. I couldn't finish it. The value is totally rad.This type of cafeteria and hofbrau style meal is something very special, traditional and just.. rarer and rarer as we move inexorably further into the 21st century. I want to enjoy it as much as possible while I'm walking the Earth.So if you haven't eaten here, get yourself and family and friends over to Harry's Hofbrau for a comforting fun and delectable filling meal.Because Harry's... And eye i eye eye i i eyeWill alwaysLove you ooh ooh ooh youWill alwaysLove you

1909 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA 94063In Redwood City, you will find one of the Bay Area's favorite restaurants, - Harry's Hofbrau. This cafeteria style eatery offers up hearty meals at fair prices. You get in line, grab a tray, and then tell the servers what you want. All the foods are presented buffet style behind glass. There's also freshly carved meats and a bar.I was there with a Yelp Elite friend, and I ordered the roast beef dinner for $18.99. Beautiful slices of freshly carved roast beef piled on a plate with gravy. I added mashed potatoes, salad, roll, and drink. Delicious and satisfying! The interior is a dimly lit dining room with old fashioned decor. You will find both tables and booths. It was cool to see a suit of armor standing guard near the restrooms. Harry's Hofbrau is located near the junction of Woodside Rd and El Camino Real. It has a huge parking lot. Harry's Hofbrau in Redwood City was opened in 1954, and is part of the unique charm of the SF Bay Area. They have another restaurant in San Leandro. Support Local Business!

I visited on a weekend specifically to try their prime rib deal, since it's only available then. I went with the prime rib sandwich on a Dutch crunch roll, paired with a side of mashed potatoes. Right away, I noticed that the Dutch crunch roll wasn't toasted, which was a letdown. On top of that, the sandwich came plain with no toppings, I had to ask for lettuce, tomato, and peppers on the side. Unfortunately, the sandwich itself was dry and lacked flavor, making it hard to enjoy. However, the staff was super friendly, and the mashed potatoes were solid. The overall vibe felt like an old-school diner you'd find in Reno, but unfortunately, the food didn't leave a strong enough impression for me to want to return.

I arrived around 4:45 PM, and while the parking lot was fairly full, I was lucky to snag a spot. I decided to try one of their specials: sirloin tips with mushrooms over pasta. While the portion size was generous, the food itself wasn't very hot--temperature-wise, it could have been warmer.The line moved pretty quickly, taking about 15 minutes to get through. As for the flavor, it was a bit on the bland side, but I understand that's the style they seem to be going for. However, the leftovers the next day tasted much better, especially after I added some Tabasco sauce to kick up the flavors--it made a huge difference!Overall, I think I'll give it another shot next time but go for a sandwich instead. The food was decent, but I'm curious to try something with a bit more seasoning.

Fast,Great Value for your $$ . good food portion andQuality food. I'm Carved Meat Dinners

The positives are that this place is huge and spectacularly decorated. Coats of armor, statues, and old time relics line the walls. You could spend a lot of time just walking around and looking at everything, which is pretty fun, especially if you have kids. The menu is expansive, you are not lacking for choices. I had the tri tip with mashed potatoes and a side of blueberry pie and was pretty happy with my meal. It wasn't the best I've ever had but it was decent and affordable. The line to order was a nightmare however! We were here at 1115 and waited over a half an hour to get to the front of the line and place our order. After ordering, the food was made right in front of us and then we carried it out to the table. It was an interesting experience. If I find my way back I might check out the biergarten next time which looked very inviting.

Great Hofbrau- so many choices- I love the roast beef most of all! Also: fish, Turkey, sausage, salads too. Great sides- roasted veggies are good, Mac n cheese (really cheesy) , mashed potatoes and gravy, beans....They also have MANY draft beers. Get a senior meal - portions are a bit smaller, costs less and ice cream or jello is included. Lots of seating, in dining room or in bar.