Rhein Haus Seattle, or simply Rhein Haus, is a restaurant in

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, in the U.S. state of

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. Previously, the business operated as Von Trapp's.

Description

Rhein Haus Seattle is a German-style

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and restaurant in

. The restaurant has a large dining area, a long bar, and mezzanines. The interior features chandeliers and reclaimed wood paneling. As of 2018 the space features 20 televisions screens, a heated patio, and bocce courts.

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says: The menu has also included sausages such as cheddarwurst,

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, and

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, as well as fried potato on a stick. The restaurant has offered free pretzels to patrons wearing lederhosen or

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. Rhein Haus Seattle is popular among students at nearby

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, and has "sibling" restaurants in

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(2015), Tacoma (2017), and Leavenworth.

History

Previously known as Von Trapp's, the business was renamed in 2014. In 2022, Rhein Haus Seattle joined the Mariners Bar League. The

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business also hosted an

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celebration with singer Keri Hilson and drag performers Symone, Tatianna, Thorgy Thor, and Trinity K. Bonet.

Reception

Mark Van Streefkerk included the restaurant in ''Eater Seattle'''s 2022 list of "12 Seattle Bars with Fun Activities", noting the six bocce courts.

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Reception

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