Dear Guests and Friends of the Gasthaus
We very much regret that after 29 years we have decided to close the restaurant. It’s been an honor to bring our little bit of Germany to Louisville, by serving our home cooked meals to you and your families.
We have enjoyed the many memories over the years and would like to thank our guests and our hardworking staff for this blessing.
Annemarie and Michael Greipel are taking an “early” retirement, but hope that someone with the enthusiasm and love for the German culture will step in and take over the Gasthaus.
Sincerely,
The Greipel family
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A Little Gasthaus History
***The Gasthaus German Restaurant is no longer open for business – Thank you for 28 years***
On December 18th, 1993, after months of remodeling, the Greipel Family, all born and raised in Germany, except the oldest daughter Simone (born in London, England), finally opened the “Gasthaus” at its present location.
Executive chef/owner Michael Greipel together with his kitchen team, create authentic dishes from Old World recipes. Annemarie Greipel, her daughter Nina and the friendly staff are responsible for taking care of the guests, many of them regulars.
Since opening in 1993, the menu has grown from a few items to a large selection. Everything is made from scratch, using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Michael handpicks all his meats, fruits and vegetables daily. Annemarie and her daughter Nina make all the desserts daily, in house from family recipes.
While most of the entrees are ‘a la carte’, special requests are gladly accommodated after a short consultation with the chefs.
Parties and take-out orders are welcomed.
The Gasthaus can seat approximately 60-70 people. The décor, which includes two ‘Chalets,’ is a mixture of family pictures and personal items from the Greipel’s home in Germany (Bochum) and gifts from guests. A family member painted the two murals on the walls. The female servers, several of them from Germany or Europe, wear traditional Dirndl dresses.
The whole restaurant is available for private parties or special occasions. There has even been a real wedding in one of the ‘Chalets’. For many years ‘Wave 3’ TV (NBC affiliate) has broadcast a live show from the restaurant.
The Gasthaus Team has taken part in cooking demonstrations on TV as well as the ‘Home and Garden Show’.
The Gasthaus consistently receives positive reviews from newspapers and magazines. The ‘Guide to the Best Restaurants in America’ has named the Gasthaus ‘The Best German Restaurant’ in Louisville for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
People visit from all over America and the world, which the guest books confirm. The whole Gasthaus Team, many of them having been there since ‘day one,’ take great pride in everything they do.
The Gasthaus is conveniently located on the corner of I-264 (Watterson Express Way), Brownsboro Road and Rudy Lane. The address is 4812 Brownsboro Center, Louisville, Ky 40207.
We are currently close for in-house dining as we are searching for a buyer with a German Heart to take over the restaurant. We thank you for your understanding!
To see the main website: http://www.gasthausdining.com (Blog is maintained by Nina, © Nina Greipel Photography) Pictures may not be reproduced without a written permission. All Rights Reserved (unless otherwise noted), and are protected under Title 17 of the United States Code.
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We are so sorry to hear this news, but certainly understand this decision. Happy retirement to you! You & your restaurant & delicious food/desserts will be missed
Thank you for all the wonderful meals over the years! We Will miss you as you go in to a well deserved retirement. All the best!!!
Respectfully, Bob Detherage
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Your great Cuisine and effervescent spirit will be missed, sorely.
Edward & Stasia Hessel
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Sad beyond words.
Michael and Joyce Freville
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Es ist wirklich unbegreiflich, daß Sie jetzt schließt. Wirklich schade. Hoffentlich kann jemand andern ein Deutsche Restaurant wieder offen. Ich wünsche Ihnen alles Gute zum Ruhestand!!!
So sorry to hear this. Prayers for your family and happy retirement. Hopefully, the restaurant will have a second wind. Frank and Mary Ulery
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This is very sad news. I love this restaurant and I tell any and everyone about it. I’ve eaten every birthday dinner here since I was 12 and I turn 28 this year. I even tell people if I had one last meal it would be the chicken cordon bleu with spatzle and lemon roll desert.
Is this effective immediately or is there a closing date
My husband and I are so saddened by the news. We are happy for you. You’ve put a lot of hard work into your business. We happen to be in Germany now and we see where your work ethic comes from. It’s impeccable here. We will certainly miss your wonderful meals and visits we sometimes had. Relax now and enjoy life. Take care.