Römer Pils Brunnen: pork knuckle and schnitzel

Restaurant details checked: 26 September 2026. Menus and opening hours can change; check with the restaurant before visiting.

If you’re in central Frankfurt and in the mood for a hearty German meal, put Römer Pils Brunnen on your list. Our first pick is the Schweinshaxe—pork knuckle with crisp skin and tender meat inside. There’s another familiar option at the table too: Schnitzel Wiener Art, a golden breaded cutlet served here with lemon.

Our first pick: Schweinshaxe

The contrast is the lovely part: you break through the browned, crackly skin and find soft meat underneath. The restaurant’s online menu lists Schweinshaxe with sauerkraut and bread. In our new photo you can see the sliced pork knuckle and sauerkraut; the bread isn’t in the frame. What comes with an order can change, so check the current menu.

Another option: Schnitzel Wiener Art

Our other photo shows several golden breaded cutlets and lemon wedges. This is the restaurant’s Schnitzel Wiener Art: a straightforward choice if you’d prefer schnitzel to a whole pork knuckle. A squeeze of lemon is there if you like it. The menu lists the dish under its schnitzel section, but does not specify the meat for this particular item. “Wiener Art” describes the style; ask the restaurant if the meat matters to you. Current menu

Make it an easy stop in the city

You’ll find Römer Pils Brunnen at Töngesgasse 19, 60311 Frankfurt am Main. It is a useful option when you’re spending the day in the city centre and want to sit down for a proper meal. Pair it with our easy first-day walk if you’d like a relaxed way to explore Frankfurt.

The restaurant’s website says reservations are required and gives +49 69 28 77 12 as its phone number. It currently lists opening hours as 10:00–24:00, Monday to Sunday; confirm the hours and availability directly, especially on holidays. Restaurant website · Menu · Contact and reservations

Our tip: Pick by appetite: the substantial pork knuckle is our favourite, while the schnitzel gives you a second classic to consider.