
Orlando, FL 32801
407- 985-1950
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For some reason, when it comes to German cuisine in Orlando, your choices are pretty limited. The old stand by, and of my favorites Bauern Stube has always been consistently good, but its location on the other side of Orange avenue can be a bit of a journey sometimes. Of course over in Sanford there is the very popular Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe that is also one of my favorite restaurants, but again it's in downtown Sanford. Now there is a third option for all of you German food aficionados out there… Schumann’s Jager House.
Schumann’s has quite the ideal location in the heart of downtown Orlando and is easy to get to for the most part. Schumann’s is the brainchild of the Mulvaney brothers who have been residents of Orlando since the early 1980's, and have owned and operated more than a dozen Irish Pubs in Florida throughout the years. This new venture takes a trip to Germany as a way to honor their step-father Ernie Schumann. Chef Ralph Oliver is the executive chef at Jager Haus and he has years of culinary arts study and has been an Executive Chef with some of the most prestigious restaurants in Central Florida. Chef Ralph came to Schumann’s with hopes of contributing some great culinary treats to the ‘new’ Church Street and downtown revitalization.
The menu has all of the stuff you would expect at a German restaurant. Bratwurst, Knockwurst, Schnitzel, Potato Pancakes and various entree selections. The inside of Schumann’s is very well done and decorated with the feel of an old world German beer hall and lodge. Jager Haus translated is Hunter’s House, and the interior here definitely gives off the vibe of a place one would enjoy fine German beers and freshly cooked meats after a day of hunting.
Some German restaurants are very strict on the old law that says you can never put it down once it comes to your table. It is believed to be bad luck if it touches the table before it is emptied. Our server John kept a watchful eye on our party of four, but told us it was ok if we needed to sit Das Boot down for a breather. You will need to hand over a credit card during the experience for Schumann’s to hold, just in case you accidently drop and break the boot. That will set you back $150.
Overall, we had a great time and really enjoyed the food. Our server John was very knowledgeable and quite entertaining on a Friday evening. As I mentioned earlier the decor and layout of Schumann’s is very cool, and really helps to set the mood for your dining experience. I will definitely return for some more gute zeiten at Schumann’s and recommend you to try them out as well.