Rolfs Menu (2025 Update)
"Rolfs" is a German restaurant and bar located at 281 3rd Ave in New York City. Known for its cozy and kitschy Christmas decorations, the restaurant offers a variety of German dishes like steamed mussels, potato pancakes, and sausage platters. Customer reviews praise the friendly service and delicious drinks, although opinions on the food vary. The menu features traditional German entrees such as Choucroute Alsacienne and Weisswurst, perfect for meat lovers. While the decor may be a bit over the top, the atmosphere at Rolfs is vibrant and full of holiday spirit. Whether you're looking for a festive dining experience or just a place to grab a drink, Rolfs offers a unique and memorable setting for any occasion.
Soups
French Onion Soup
Soup of the Day
Steamed Mussels
in Riesling Broth
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
in Spiced Tomato Sauce
Filet Marinated Herring
with Cream Sauce
Green Salad
in Homemade Dressing
Potato Pancakes
served with Apple Sauce or Sour Cream
German Apple Crêpe
German Potato Salad
Appetizers
Entrees
Choucroute Alsacienne
Combination of: Smoked Pork Chop, Bratwurst, Weisswurst, shaped potatoes and sauerkraut
Sausage Platter
Weisswurst, Knackwurst, Bratwurst Smoked Bratwurst - sampler, served with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut
Weisswurst (Veal Sausage)
sauerkraut, mashed potatoes
Knackwurst (Beef Sausage)
sauerkraut, mashed potatoes
Bratwurst (Pork Sausage)
sauerkraut, mashed potatoes
Smoked Bratwurst (Smoked Pork Sausage)
sauerkraut, mashed potatoes
Sauerbraten, Red Cabbage, Mashed Potato
Wiener Schnitzel, Vegetable, Spätzle
Schnitzel a la Holstein
Capers, Egg, Anchovies, Vegetable, Spätzle
Paprika Schnitzel
in Paprika Cream Sauce, Vegetable, Spätzle
Rahm Schnitzel
in Paprika Cream Sauce, Vegetable, Spätzle
Jaeger Schnitzel
in Paprika Mushroom Sauce, Vegetable & Spätzle
Roast Boneless Loin of Pork
Red Cabbage, Potato Cake
Smoked Center Cut Pork Chop
Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes
Beef Stew
in the Style of Burgundy with Spätzle
Meatloaf
Red Cabbage and Mashed Potatoes
Grilled Boneless Rib Eye Steak
with String Beans and French Fries
Hamburger Deluxe
Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, French Fries
Cheeseburger Deluxe
Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, French Fries
Meat
Fish / Seafood
Sautéed Wild King Salmon
in Sorrel Sauce served with Whole Grain Rice
Baked Tilapia
with Sherry Sauce served with Mashed Potatoes
Rainbow Trout
poached in Court Bouillon, Butter Sauce, Boiled Potatoes
Golden Goose
Mashed Potatoes, Red Cabbage, Cranberry
Roast Long Island Duckling
with Mashed Potatoes and Red Cabbage, Cranberry
Chicken Schnitzel
with String Beans and Potato Cake
Braised Chicken Quarter in Pepper / Paprika Sauce
with Mashed Potatoes