Who would have thought that people all over Southern California would travel to DTLA to eat sausage? Once you get past the name, Wurstküche, pronounced Verst-koo-shah, which is German for “sausage kitchen”, your next feat is finding this spot. Wurstküche is located in the arts district in downtown Los Angeles, adjacent to the former location of Crazy Gideon’s. Parking is generally easy to find, as there is quite a bit of street parking in the immediate area.
On the outside, you’re greeted by a large brick building with the name neatly placed above the entrance. Once you get closer to the door, chances are that there will be a fairly decent line, but don’t worry…it goes pretty fast, plus, it gives you a chance to drool over the delicious sausage and beer choices that you have. The inside is raw, contemporary, and seems fitting of the area.
As far as the food goes, it’s delicious. You can’t really make a bad decision with any of the sausage choices. Go ahead, try something different. You won’t be disappointed. Some of my faves are: Buffalo, Beef & Pork with Chipotle Peppers, Duck & Bacon with Jalapeño Peppers, Rabbit, Veal & Pork Seasoned with White Wine, and my top favorite: Rattlesnake & Rabbit with Jalapeño Peppers. Make sure to get the toppings on the side so that you can try each sausage on its own first, then decide how you want to dress it.
Next, add an order of the fries, and make sure to get the white truffle oil glaze. For the dipping sauces get the chipotle ketchup and the bleu cheese walnut and bacon. The fries are cooked perfect.
As far as beverages go, you won’t be disappointed. They have free spa water located in jugs against the wall in both the entrance area and the large hall dining room. They also have a fantastic selection of Belgium and German beers which you can order when you place your food order, or head up to the bar in the large dining hall.
After you place your order, scurry down the long hall and take your pick of a seat in either the large dining hall with community picnic tables, or head outside and enjoy the beautiful LA weather.
I love this place and highly recommend it. It makes for a nice outing to head downtown, have a lazy lunch & beer, then just walk around and take in our great city.
Wurstküche
800 E. 3rd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 687-4444
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