Gunpowder Falls Brewing - New Freedom

I’m sad to say that this was a let down from every angle. I tried to find a diamond but I could not. The place boasts German beer and German food but except for an Oktoberfest flag near the hallway to the restrooms and a randomly placed poster of Oktoberfest poster it is bleak and sterile. Concrete floors, subway tiles behind the bar and plain blue walls are really throwing off the German vibe. The beer seems authentic but of all the seasonal beers painted on the wall only one was available so I ordered a Dünkel from the main selection. It was alright but it came with lots of head and the bar keep overfilled the mug to compensate. Except she wiped down the outside of the glass with the dirty bar rag instead of using a water spout to clean the outside. And the beer was almost flat. Moving on to the main course, I ordered Jäggerschnitzel with käsespatzle and home made chips. The schnitzel was huge and then placed right on top of everything. This made the chips soggy and not enjoyable. The cheesy spatzle was not spatzle at all but was just a version of Mac and cheese using shells instead of elbows and nowhere was it authentic spatzle. Finally, the schnitzel. There was 5 mushrooms in total and a small drizzle of sauce. I asked for more sauce and I was given a small cup of brown gravy that seemed like instant gravy to me. The worst part was the schnitzel was raw. I mean some of it was cooked but some of it was raw and I mean raw. I spoke with a person who apologized and compensated the meal and that was great but I declined his offer to return or for a free round from the bar. I really wanted this place to shine but one star for terrible atmosphere and food, but you gained a star because you recognized the error and took care of it. Good accountability but it should never have happened.

This was our first visit to Gunpowder’s new location. The menu contained authentic German dishes and included something for everyone! The wait staff was very attentive and informative. A highlight was meeting Eric who had prepared our dinners to perfection. Additionally, we enjoyed our freshly made meals with Helles in a most relaxing atmosphere. You won’t be disappointed with Gunpowder Falls!

Beer isn't bad. However the atmosphere is a block building with no windows and no decorations. They are going for German style but no German drinking music, just really loud soft rock. And don't expect German mustard, you'll get French's yellow. If you've ever been to Germany or Milwaukee you'll be extremely disappointed.

Appreciate their dedication to producing German beer styles true to the original. The Helles is pretty good. A good place to come if you like German food the pretzel is delicious and the Goulash is very good!

Two couples met for a drink and dinner. Good service, great food, and a reasonable amount of time. A good middle ground on price.