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Zum Roten Ochsen
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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 170 years. Come early to get a good seat.
- Address: Hauptstr. 217, Heidelberg, 69117 | Map It
- Phone: 06221/20977
- Website: www.roterochsen.de
- Location: Heidelberg
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- Credit cards accepted.
- Closed Sun. and mid-Dec.--mid-Jan. No lunch Nov.--Mar.
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