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Zum Roten Ochsen

  • Address: Hauptstr. 217, Heidelberg
  • Phone: 06221/20977

Fodor's Review:

Many of the rough-hewn oak tables here have initials carved into them, a legacy of the thousands who have visited Heidelberg's most famous old tavern. Mark Twain, Marilyn Monroe, and John Wayne may have left their mark -- they all ate here. You can wash down simple fare, such as goulash soup and bratwurst, or heartier dishes, such as Tellerfleisch (boiled beef) and sauerbraten, with German wines or Heidelberg beer. The "Red Ox" has been run by the Spengel family for 165 years.

  • Keep in mind: Reservations essential.
  • Credit Cards: No credit cards
  • Closed: Closed Sun. and mid-Dec.-mid-Jan. No lunch Nov.-Mar.

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