At Hofbrauhaus Cleveland, the potato pancakes are served as three golden-brown cakes with applesauce and sour cream on the side. The kitchen leans into a classic German approach, aiming for an even crisp exterior while keeping the interior soft and lightly seasoned. Eating them, you get a pleasant contrast between the crunchy edges and tender middle, with the cool, tangy sour cream and sweet applesauce rounding out each bite. Fans of hearty Bavarian fare often single out this plate as a satisfying way to start a meal alongside a beer.