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Guten Tag, liebe Freunde! At Fränzel, we’re not just serving up authentic German fare like crispy Schnitzel, hearty Sauerbraten, Flammkuchen fresh from the wood-fired oven, and perfectly poured German beers. We’re bringing a little piece of *Gemütlichkeit* – that warm, cozy feeling of togetherness – straight from the old country to Goshen, New York. And…

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At Fränzel, we celebrate the rich culinary traditions of Germany and the German-speaking regions of Europe. One of our most beloved dishes is Flammkuchen — the crispy, savory flatbread that perfectly captures the soul of Alsatian and southwestern German cooking. Often described as “German pizza,” Flammkuchen is far more than that. It’s a paper-thin, crackling…

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At Fränzel, we don’t just serve German food — we bring the soul of Germany to the Hudson Valley. And if there’s one dish that captures the heart, history, and hearty satisfaction of German cuisine more than any other, it’s Sauerbraten. Often called Germany’s national dish, Sauerbraten (literally “sour roast”) is far more than a…

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Hey friends, it’s Franz fromFranzel here. With spring in full swing and summer right around the corner, the warmer weather has me (and the whole team) thinking about what beer we want to be serving as the days get longer and hotter. Heavy stouts and rich IPAs are taking a backseat. What we’re craving —…

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If you’ve ever been to a proper German Biergarten, Oktoberfest, or a classic Gasthaus, you may have seen it: a group of friends circled around a massive wooden stump, hammers swinging, nails flying, and plenty of laughter (and maybe a round or two of drinks on the line). That game is Nagelstock — also known…

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Hey friends, Franzel here — your neighborhood spot for hearty German comfort food right in Goshen, New York. Some weekends I decide it’s time to go full old-school. No shortcuts, no pre-made shortcuts. Just pure, from-scratch cooking the way our grandparents did it back in the old country. This past weekend that craving hit me…

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Dear friends, This week at Fränzel, we’re serving up a true slice of German nostalgia with a Fränzel twist: Kalter Hund (literally “Cold Dog”), a chocolate biscuit cake and this week’s dessert special. Kalter Hund has been a German household favorite since the 1920s, when a biscuit maker first published the recipe as a clever…

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You walk into Fränzel in Goshen expecting schnitzel, bratwurst, and maybe a cold beer. Then you see “Smash Burger” on the menu and think… wait, what? Fair question. But here’s the twist that makes it all click: the hamburger actually originated in Germany. The name comes straight from Hamburg, where sailors and immigrants enjoyed seasoned…

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At Fränzel, we celebrate the best of German tradition with a modern, feel-good twist — and nothing captures that spirit better than our Bunter Salad. “Bunter” means colorful in German, and this vibrant bowl has been a staple on German tables for generations. It’s the perfect marriage of fresh, nutrient-packed vegetables and authentic German flavors…

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If you’ve ever taken one bite of perfectly marinated, slow-braised beef smothered in a rich, sweet-and-sour gravy and wondered, “Why isn’t everyone obsessed with this?”—you’re not alone. Sauerbraten isn’t just a dish; it’s a phenomenon. In Germany it’s practically a national treasure. Here in the Hudson Valley, it’s developed something of a cult following. And…

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