As a German, reviewing German food abroad is basically my civic duty and I do not take this responsibility lightly.
Biersal actually surprised me in a very good way. The currywurst? Not exactly like back home, but super flavorful, like a slightly rebellious cousin who moved to California and got interesting. I approved.
The pretzel, though… finally. After many disappointing attempts across the US, I can say: this is the best one I’ve had here so far. I was genuinely excited. Possibly too excited. There may have been emotional attachment. The Obatzda? Also a win, very solid, very satisfying.
Then came the sausage plate. The knackwurst was dangerously close to a proper rote Wurst. For a brief moment, I forgot I was in San Diego and not standing at some random street stand in Germany. 10/10 nostalgia moment.
Now, because my passport requires it, I must complain: the potato salad. The potatoes were a bit undercooked, and the coarse mustard dressing didn’t quite do it for me. Not bad, but let’s just say my Oma would have opinions.
Overall though: I’m impressed, I’m happy, and I will absolutely order again. Mostly for the pretzel. Definitely for the pretzel.
J
Joy .
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Didn't like
• 9/9/25
• DoorDash order
The Chicken Schnitzel was burnt, but if cooked correctly would have been good. The Sub Bockwurst was mildly flavorful. Might give them another chance but $17 for a burnt breaded cutlet was disappointing.
