Max's Allegheny Tavern
Situated 100 miles from Cumberland, this restaurant serves authentic German cuisine in Pittsburgh. The menu includes traditional German fare like sausages and schnitzels as well as a selection of salads, sandwiches and homemade desserts. Max's Allegheny Tavern has a wide array of German beer selections, including Yuengling, Penn Pilsner, Beck's, St. Pauli Girl and Wurtsburger, and serves domestic beers as well. Max's main bar's happy hour is from 5 to 7 p.m. and features beer, wines and appetizers at special prices. Its Sunday buffet hours are 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Max's Allegheny Tavern
537 Suismon St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-1899
maxsalleghenytavern.com
Eichenkranz
This elegant 17th-century restaurant is situated 130 miles from Cumberland and provides diners with sumptuous German fare. The friendly staff serves traditional German dishes that are reasonably priced. Sample the eatery's famous sauerbraten, which is made from the restaurant's secret recipe of fresh cubed beef, gingersnaps, gravy and fluffy potato dumplings. The restaurant also features an extensive dessert menu.
Eichenkranz
611 S. Fagley St.
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 563 7577
eichenkranz.com
Café Berlin
Located 130 miles from Cumberland, this café has served fine German cuisine since 1986 in a cozy atmosphere that attracts politicians, staffers, tourists and neighborhood residents. The staff traditionally prepares food with a lighter touch, and its menus vary from season to season. The restaurant boasts an extensive selection of both commonly known German dishes and their lesser-known but traditional counterparts. Additionally, the bar offers imported German beers and wines. Café Berlin encourages diners to make reservations to ensure seating availability.
Café Berlin
322 Massachusetts Ave. NE
Washington DC 20002
(202) 543 7565
cafeberlindc.com