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Alpen Haus

4.3 (115)
$30 and under
German
13 Washington St, Valparaiso, IN 46383

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Alpen Haus

4.3
$30 and under
German
Valparaiso, IN

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Reservations are for the Alpen Haus Dining Room. The Golf Lodge Dining Area, next to the sim bays, is walk-in only every night, same full menu, kids welcome. If you don't see a time, come on in. Parties of 9 or more, give us a call.

Alpen Haus & The Golf Lodge is a German bierhalle and indoor golf lodge in downtown Valparaiso. The Alpen Haus side is schnitzel, brats, pretzels and a deep German bier list on draft, served in a warm timber dining room. The Golf Lodge side is four TrackMan simulator bays, a full bar, and tables where you can eat the same menu with the game on. Sim bays book separately online. Family-run, family-friendly, with a full bar for a drink after dinner.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, American, Austrian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Contact
    (219) 510-1346
  • Website
    https://alpenhaus.online/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Tatjana
  • Location
    13 Washington St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
  • Neighborhood
    Valparaiso, IN
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Feierabend Happy Hour

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Embrace Feierabend—the German tradition of leaving the workday behind to unwind. Join us at Alpen Haus every Tuesday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM for $2 off all draft beers, house wines, and cocktails. Grab a stool, raise a glass, and toast to clocking out.

  • Sauerbraten Thursday

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    You asked, and it's finally here: Sauerbraten Thursday at Alpen Haus. Marinated for 7 to 10 days for rich, tender flavor, this traditional favorite is prepared in strictly limited quantities. Enjoy it every Thursday for $29—once it's gone, it's gone!

  • Schnitzel Wednesday

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Midweek dinner done right. Join us every Wednesday for Schnitzel Wednesday at Alpen Haus. Enjoy your choice of pork or chicken schnitzel, hand-pounded daily and cooked to crispy perfection, for just $18.

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Reviews

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4.3

4.3
(115)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Northwest Indiana

    Innovative

  • Northwest Indiana

    Good for groups

  • Northwest Indiana

    Hot spot

  • Northwest Indiana

    Lively

  • Northwest Indiana

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alpen Haus offers an "authentic German experience" with standout dishes like the krustenbraten and goulash. Guests rave about the "amazing hospitality," especially from staff members like Cody and Lyric. The "beer selection is great," and the atmosphere is lively and festive. However, noise levels can be high.
115 Reviews

  1. Jon

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My party of 5 simply enjoyed everything about Alpen Haus. The food, service, and total experience were outstanding!! I haven’t had a meal that good for a long time.

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  2. Michael

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spatzle had me in heaven, was exactly the way my mom made it. Born and raised in Germany but moved to the US in my 30s, this place is as authentic as being over there. For example, they had on special one of my favorites which is krustenbraten. Crispy pork shoulder was so tender with gravy that it melted in my mouth. Made me feel like I was home again.

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  3. Ethan

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came in to watch the IU v Minnesota game with a couple friends. We sat at the bar, which let me tell you, most comfortable bar seats ever. We all grabbed a couple of the Wein Stephan Hefe Dunkel boots and a pretzel, and both did not disappoint. I had the goulash for my entree and it was incredibly filling and delicious. Could not recommend a better place to go have a great meal, great beer, and an even better time with friends.

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  4. Pierre

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I enjoyed krustenbraten , it was delicious can’t wait to go back and try the Sauerbraten. 🇩🇪

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  5. Ryan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. Food was delicious. All the staff members were incredible, shoutout the bartender Ryan for the amazing hospitality. I will FOR SURE be back.

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  6. Karl

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We started with the kartoffelpuffs which were under cooked. For mains we ordered the burger and the currywurst; both were fantastic! Massive pile of frites with both orders. Try the tomato curry sauce with the frites! Dessert was the Black Forest cherry tort. Great cream flavor, could have done with more chocolate and cherry flavor to the cake. The draft beers were extraordinarily cold! Table chairs are rather uncomfortable. Overall would definitely return and recommend!

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  7. Carol

    Chicago10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Our salad came out one minute before our dinner - fail. We noticed the table next to us received their appetizer after their entrees arrived. My husband’s sausage platter was good … my sauerbraten was extremely tough - another fail. We were excited to try this place, but unfortunately we won’t be back.

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  8. Steven Gold

    Chicago6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been here multiple times. We have experienced good food and bad food and the last time was very bad in service and the food was not up to par. I had made reservations and I don’t know if it’s because I was with a child. We got a place right by the kitchen door and all the other tables were empty and when I asked to move to a different table the hostess said no because other people have reservations.. I did not appreciate this.

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  9. George

    Columbus1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for brunch. Wife ordered parfait which was described as layered but what came out was not that barely any fruit or toppings felt more like big bowl yogurt. I ordered chicken schnitzel and waffles. It was a thick piece of meat that more tasted like pork then chicken. Wasn't impressed. Service was very poor and quality not impressed.

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  10. elizabet

    Indiana1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Our server, Cody M, was fantastic. But the food was subpar. The worst was the “Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte”- no resemblance to the real thing. Instead, a mediocre chocolate cake, similar to what one would find at Applebees-only much smaller. We drove 30 minutes for a very disappointing meal in a loud, crowded space.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, American, Austrian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Contact
    (219) 510-1346
  • Website
    https://alpenhaus.online/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Tatjana
  • Location
    13 Washington St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
  • Neighborhood
    Valparaiso, IN
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Portions tend to be generous, multiple guests describe main-course servings as large or huge, and some entrees come in especially big portions.

For a festive, lively night, visit Alpen Haus when a live German band or Oktoberfest-style event is on, guests say those nights bring the biggest party atmosphere, and the restaurant is open during evening service (Tue–Fri evenings and weekend hours per posted schedule).

Alpen Haus blends a warm timber dining room beer‑hall feel with a lively, festive vibe, live German bands or DJs often play while the Golf Lodge side offers simulator bays and a full bar.

Yes, the Golf Lodge Dining Area is walk-in every night and explicitly welcomes kids, and guests report children enjoying the simulators and family visits.

Yes, when booking note that reservations apply to the Alpen Haus Dining Room; the Golf Lodge side is walk‑in only, and parties of nine or more are asked to call ahead.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is perfectly appropriate for a visit to Alpen Haus.

Yes, Alpen Haus is family-run and family-friendly, and the Golf Lodge dining area explicitly welcomes kids; reviewers note children enjoying the simulators and servers offering kid-friendly touches.

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Alpen Haus

4.3
$30 and under
German
Valparaiso, IN

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
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