The Bavarian Chef – German

Stepping into this warm, alpine-inspired retreat feels like a journey to the heart of Europe, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of simmering goulash and woodsy wild mushroom soup. Guests gather around rustic tables to share platters of sizzling Bavarian sausages and golden, beer-battered snails before indulging in perfectly seared filet mignon topped with melting herb butter. It is a celebration of old-world hospitality that blends hearty, traditional comfort with a touch of refined elegance.

5102 S Seminole Trail, Madison VA 22727 http://thebavarianchef.com/madison.html

Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: German

Price range: $$

Dietary options: low-carb, vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, gluten-free, keto, dairy-free, vegan, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, mediterranean, plant-based, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, raw-food, volumetrics, alkaline, tlc, detox, aip, low-fodmap, carnivore, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free

Currently closed

Hours

Wednesday - Friday: 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its authentic German cuisine, diners rave about the "real deal" flavors found in the standout sausage sampler and warm pretzels. Guests consistently praise the generous portions of the Alpine special and tender Sauerbraten, often noting that the dishes are large enough to share or enjoy as a second meal. Reviewers also highlight the exceptional service and warm hospitality, recommending a sweet finish with the rich German chocolate cake or creamy New York cheesecake.

Hungarian Goulash Soup - $10.95: Traditional German meat and vegetable soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Original French Onion Soup - $10.95 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
Caesar Salad - $6.95 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
House Salad - Mixed Salad Plate - $7.95: Choice of Blue cheese, Vinaigrette, Ranch, or House dressings Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Virginia Apple Smoked Trout Fillet - $11.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
Snails in Beer Batter Provençal - $12.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Oompah Shrimp - $13.95: Lager battered with sweet & spicy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Bavarian Sausage Sampler - $12.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins

Steaks & Seafood

Filet Mignon with Herb Butter - $49.95: Served with herb butter
Filet Mignon (Princess Cut) - $39.95: Smaller portion with herb butter
Grilled N.Y. Strip with Herb Butter - $45.95
Steak au Poivre - $49.95: Flamed in black peppercorn, cognac, and cream sauce
Beef Medallions Diane - $49.95: Filet of beef with mushrooms, flamed in Cognac sauce
N.Y. Strip Chesapeake - $49.95: Handcut N.Y. Strip with broiled scallops and lime herb butter
Jumbo Shrimp Scampi - $39.95: Stuffed with lump crabmeat
Fresh Fish of the Day

House Specialties

Traditional Bavarian Sausage Platter - $25.95: Weisswurst, Bauernwurst & Bratwurst served over homemade Sauerkraut Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
Rhenish Sauerbraten - $31.95: Marinated beef, roasted and served in savory sweet and sour raisin sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Pork Cutlet - $28.95: Pair of hand breaded, center cut pork chops, served with homemade applesauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Chicken Cordon Bleu - $28.95: Chicken breast with ham and Swiss cheese, handbreaded and served in burgundy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Chicken Breast Baden Baden - $25.95: Boneless breast of chicken over homemade stuffing, glazed with Kirschwasser-Orange Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Trout Miller Style - $31.95: Fresh local trout sautéed in lemon butter or with toasted almonds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
Wiener Schnitzel - $31.95: Scallops of veal, hand breaded, sautéed & served in burgundy sauce or traditional style Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Hunter's Schnitzel - $33.95: Prime veal medallions, covered with a blend of mushrooms, bacon & fresh cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Almond Schnitzel - $27.95: Pork tenderloin coated with almonds & served in a strawberry-gin sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
Gypsy Schnitzel - $27.95: Handbreaded pork over mushroom, onion, pepper, tomato & bacon sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Paprika Cream Schnitzel - $27.95: Handbreaded, herb-marinated breast of chicken topped w/ creamy bell pepper sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Vegetarian Portabella Schnitzel - $22.95: Handbreaded portabella mushroom smothered with gouda served over Spätzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Family-style Side Dishes

Potato Dumplings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Whipped Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
German Potato Salad Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Spätzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Red Cabbage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
Green Beans Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb

For the Children

Frankfurters - $9.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Wiener Schnitzel (Child) - $10.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Mayor Sliders - $10.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Hansel & Gretel Chicken Tenders - $10.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Rumsteak (6 oz) - $12.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free

Desserts

Apple Strudel - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Black Forest Cake - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sacher Torte - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Bavarian Nut Ball - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian