Die Butterhanne — Restaurant in Goslar

Die Butterhanne, located in Goslar’s historic market square, is renowned for its traditional Harz region cuisine and warm hospitality. Diners can enjoy hearty dishes such as the flavorful meat roll with pickle and the rich deer meat goulash. The blueberry schnitzel offers a unique twist, and the generous desserts are perfect for sharing. Complementing the meals is a selection of quality beers, all served by friendly and attentive staff, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

The restaurant’s name, “Die Butterhanne,” pays homage to a legendary figure from Goslar’s folklore. The “Butterhanne” is depicted in the intricate wood carvings of the Brusttuch, a historic building constructed between 1521 and 1526. This carving portrays a maid churning butter with one hand while mischievously lifting her skirt with the other, a gesture believed to mock the devil, symbolizing defiance and humor. 

Established in 1870, the Brusttuch has operated as a hotel and restaurant, offering guests a medieval ambiance enriched by its unique decor. Today, Die Butterhanne continues this tradition, providing visitors with an authentic taste of Goslar’s culinary and...

Horrible service by staff.

We were waited to be seated when a waiter told us in a very impolite way that they are full, period. No option to wait or tell us to come later.

I saw several tables outside and inside being empty with no reservation notes on them. So I asked again if we could take any of those places.

Immediately I got an answer that they are full. But when I asked why there is no reservation sign, there was a very long unclear speech in German that they are full and we don’t get a table.

While we were waiting to be seated, I saw another couple (they had a table already) coming and asking for smth from the staff. As all waiters were busy, the guy from cakes station came out and angrily told customers to wait as everyone is busy running around.

Apparently they are stressed and understaffed, but still does not allow the staff to be rude with their customers.

We left and ended at a nice restaurant nearby where even bar back greeted us when we entered.

Never ever...

Right beside the "Brauhaus Goslar". They offer the Gose Beer from the Brauhaus (see my review). Beside this and some major brands they have a "Barbarossa". It's a dark Pils what surprised me. Normally German Dark is Dunkles or a Bock. Great. I had a pork loin steak with onions, gravy and Fried potatoes. Was delicious. The guests at the next table ordered cream puffs with cream. It was so big and I tried to took a picture of it to show You the XL Version. I think the four young ladies were very happy with it. So I had a nice evening sitting outside with one or twoooo Barbarossa beers. Update: If You late and hungry, it's better to call before go! It's not save that they serve...