Hamilton’s Black Forest Inn reopening as Das Schnitzelhaus
- Michael Kras
- 25 Nov 2024
It’s been a whirlwind few months for Hamilton’s classic Black Forest Inn after back-to-back reopenings and closures. Now, the restaurant is being revived until an entirely new identity.
Das Schnitzelhaus is set to open Wednesday, December 4th in the Black Forest Inn’s longtime location at 255 King Street East in the International Village.
In a post to social media promising the same German and Austrian inspired menu, atmosphere, and service locals have come to expect from Black Forest Inn, Das Schnitzelhaus says it will operate under new ownership.
“Rooted in Hamilton’s history, we’re dedicated to preserving the authentic German flavours, warm hospitality, and cherished traditions that made this location a local favourite,” wrote Das Schnitzelhaus in an Instagram post.
“Come visit us and experience the next chapter of this historic landmark. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time guest, we can’t wait to welcome you!”
Black Forest Inn first opened its doors in Hamilton nearly 60 years ago, serving traditional German and Austrian fare including handmade schnitzels and much more.
The restaurant was closed through much of summer 2024 but promised to reopen in September. They later announced that Black Forest Inn would be permanently closing in September before sharing news that they would be reopening in early October.
Those plans were quickly dropped as Black Forest Inn shared that they would remain closed after all.
Though it’s not clear why the name has been changed to Das Schnitzelhaus, locals who loved Black Forest Inn will surely be happy to see much of the restaurant’s offerings preserved.
See more on their social media.
Lead image courtesy of @dasschnitzelhaus_
Comments 15
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Pat Curtis
26.11.2024 1:04 pmI am very happy to hear this can’t wait to visit.
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Tina falk
26.11.2024 5:09 pmThat’s wonderful as long they don’t have the same manager- he didn’t know anything about respect or customer service!!
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Robert thibodeau
06.12.2024 1:33 amI Had dinner Thur
And the manager was phenomenal
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Oliver
26.11.2024 6:19 pmMost amusing: Schnitzelhaus is the same nickname we have used for The Black Forest Inn for years.
One wonders what might have happened had Denninger’s, across the road, had bought the building from Forge and Foster or whomever got into the weeds with the property and the business, and then renamed it Denninger’s Schnitzelhaus, gave it a refit, a lift, and then really made it new, both for the older generations, and the newer generations coming along, and the let the waltzes and polkas and steins and schnitzels begin again!
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Donna
26.11.2024 10:56 pmYeah, looking forward to it.
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Norman Klebert
27.11.2024 12:34 amI’ll be there!
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Ar
27.11.2024 1:12 pmI’m going to take the trip to go try this place out. Yum
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Rick Di Stefano
27.11.2024 4:57 pmHad been going here since 1970. The tradition and great food hopefully not compromised. Cannot wait!
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Diane Gagne
27.11.2024 8:51 pmBlack forest was always my absolute favourite place to eat. Cant wait to go on Dec, 28.
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Jacqui
28.11.2024 11:40 pmI’m so happy it’s coming back. Any idea on how to make a reservation?
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]tom
27.11.2024 11:44 pmFresh hand made schnitzels not frozen ones please!
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Holger Kallsen
28.11.2024 7:00 pmI somehow knew that someone would reopen this Hamilton Icon of German cuisine. When we lived downtown in the ’70s we’d eat there every other day because the prices were so low. We live in Ancaster now and, really, this is the only reason that we would venture into the lower city.
My father built the original restaurant and I helped as a youngster to do the two additions. My mother cooked in the kitchen way back as well. Can’t wait to make a return. Just having difficulty deciding what to order first time back.
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Walter
29.11.2024 12:53 amIt always was my favorite place to go . Even my children liked it a lot . Hopefully I will be visiting the new place soon again .
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Holger Kallsen
05.12.2024 2:32 pmWife and I went for dinner last night. Opening night. We can definitively say that it’s safe to go back in the water. The food was exceptional, I had the schnitzel Hollandia and my wife had her usual Pusta schnitzel. Hayley was on top of her game, service was exceptional, friendly conversation and prompt attention to all our needs. The entire staff were happy and excited to be back. We arrived at 4:40 and there was only one other table occupied but it was starting to get busier by the time we left. Come on folks, let’s support this fine establishment so that we don’t lose it again. We had a good conversation with Paul, the manager – yes, he’s back as well – who thanked us for remaining loyal patrons. We’ll be going back often, particularly on Sundays for our favorite meatball soup.
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das Schnitzelhaus
11.12.2024 5:40 pmThank you for your kind comments and it is definitely our goal to bring back the atmosphere, food quality and exceptional service that you are used too and expect.
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