manda
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We made a last-minute reservation at Biergarten, hoping to recapture fond memories from our childhood and past visits. The atmosphere remains charming — a lively, Oktoberfest-style dining hall with warm, friendly hosts and waitstaff. They explained the vegan options are labeled with the classic green leaf icon at the buffet, and they could also bring us vegan Bratwurst, vegan butter, gluten-free bread rolls, and a simple salad with oil and balsamic vinegar.
At first glance, we were pleasantly surprised by the number of plant-based buffet options: sauerkraut, pretzel rolls, beet salad, pickled onions, green beans, tomato salad, peas and carrots, roasted potatoes, and mini potato pancakes with applesauce. Unfortunately, once we started eating, our excitement faded. Most of the dishes were under-seasoned and tasted far from fresh. Even the vegan Bratwurst, which we were eager to try, were stiff and unappealing.
Dessert was another letdown — the sole plant-based option was a plate of mini Enjoy Life cookies. It’s the same dessert we were served two years ago, though back then, they came in the bag. It’s hard to believe that in two years, no new vegan dessert has been introduced, especially given the variety of desserts available to non-vegan diners.
The saving grace of the meal was the lively Oktoberfest show. A cheerful “German” band performs live music, including classic instruments and even cowbells, for about 30 minutes. The festive atmosphere still has its charm, but sadly, the food no longer lives up to the experience.
For over $100 for two people before tip, this meal simply wasn’t worth the price. While the entertainment and ambiance remain memorable, the plant-based options were subpar at best. Unless significant improvements are made, we likely won’t be returning here.
