Hofbräuhaus München

A great experience of Bavirian culture, cuisine and especially beer. The restaurant was super crowded but the staff handled very well, just wait around 20 min and all the food are ready to be served. Our waiter is super friendly and serve very well. Highly recommended to try!

It's a tourist location but with a great atmosphere. The food was okay but not great. The service started off great and fast, but then we wanted to get a bit. It took ages because our man was busy chatting with everybody in the pub.

It was crazy busy when we arrived, they sent us up to the second floor to dine. There was live music, people singing, very lively atmosphere. Despite the huge number of diners, the service was quite quick, and the food delicious. It was a wonderful experience, which I would repeat.

It was fun for a one time visit. Very touristy place - hard to find a place to sit. Staff was friendly and attentive. 1 L water costs 10 Euro - it’s cheaper to get a beer. The kaiserschmarn was very good. 👍🏼

It’s a very typical, local place. Id recommend it for the experience! There’s a live band of sorts (not sure if there’s a specific name for it) and it kinda lightens up the ambiance with people singing along. The staff are friendly as well. There’s also a souvenir shop with cute things.

Hofbräuhaus München is a must-visit traditional Bavarian restaurant, perfect for soaking in the lively atmosphere and fun vibes. It’s a busy spot with lots of action, so a reservation is recommended. The staff is great, and the food is good, featuring all the classic Bavarian offerings.

The beaf steak was really tasty, I highly recommend it. It is loud and busy, downstairs you have to find a free table by yourself, don’t wait to be seated. It took us 30 minutes to get a waiter’s attention and 40 more minutes to get the food but it’s understandable for such a big and busy place - it’s all part of the tavern atmosphere. Good portion size and you can get a Pretzel while you wait for the waiter 😃 there are ladies walking around selling them. They don’t have English menu inside but you can find it on their website.

We had a great time. Authentic atmosphere, Full of people, locals and tourists. The food is very tasty. The service is slow but with the amount of people that's to be expected. Highly recommend! The first time we went there, we got served within 20 minutes. The second we waited 1 hour and a half. It wasn't busier just our waiter wasn't good. We were seating on the upper floor, middle row.

First beer in Munich ahead of Oktoberfest. Lived up to all the hype. I would go back in a minute. The place is packed, but the friendly staff helps out to find you seats. As busy as it is, the servers do a great job getting both your beer orders and your food orders. They serve traditional Bavarian dishes and they all are very delicious. It's amazing with the number of people they have to serve. The place is huge with multiple levels to service people. It feels like a giant lodge with a German band playing in the center to provide the fun entertainment. Although it may seem like a tourist spot, it's a must visit and well worth it!

The atmosphere was fun! It's a tourist must do...That's pretty much there is....beer and food was mediocre in the European standard (coz it's better tasting food elsewhere) but was good for the US :p will I go back? Probably no coz - Rude server - it's been a loooing time since we sat down but our orders were still not taken...we knew we had to wait, and services in Europe is different than those in the US. But when we asked about when our order would be taken, the staff just said wait (in a super rude way). And I failed to identify a pattern when a new table/group is being served (that's how long our wait was...that I got nothing but this to do! Lol) And then after we were done and knowing how long again it will take to just get the check and then to pay, we armed with our payment and told the server we could just get the check and pay right away...he then did the yoga deep breath sign to us to signal us to sit back to relax and wait! We didn't appreciate that joke -_-' And then at the end he also expected tips ... i honestly wouldn't have given any but in the end, i did give some just seeing how heavy those food/drink trays could get...tough working on the floor with an always busy restaurant....

An absolute Munich classic!! A traditional beer hall with tons of energy, laughter, fun, and community! We walked over from the Marienplatz after being in Munich for the day, exploring the local Christmas Markets. While the space is massive, it's quite full, and you have to find seats yourself on community tables. It was tons of fun to get to know the other people at our table and there's just something special about a Beer Hall in Germany. Service was surprisingly organized and quick, considering the traffic and relative chaos of the interior! The beer is really the best! Traditional and seasonal choices available in 0.5 or 1.0 liter. I had the Winter Seasonal which had a nice spice to it! The food was a bit underwhelming, but paired well with the beer! Overall, I'd definitely make sure you come check out the atmosphere for a beer if you're in town!

Hofbrauhaus is an experience of senses overload but in all the best ways. I was overwhelmed upon arrival but quickly settled in. There is an area of booths that are reserved. The tables are communal and you sit where you find space. Menus are on the tables and you order when you can spot a server. Servers are incredibly busy so be ready with your order and be patient. The food wasn't notable but the beers are where it's at. Highly recommend trying them all. Try the radler (lemonade/lager combo) if you're not big on beers or are new to beers and want a gentle introduction. Also, be sure to specify if you want 0.5 L or 1 L. My happy mistake was getting a 1 L. Cash and card accepted here.

I've been to several Hofbraugaus in the USA, but wanted to try out the oldest and original HB! Seat yourself. It really doesn't matter what time you come - it will be packed! Sharing tables is the norm and slow service is to be expected. I was pleasantly surprised that the food was above average and came fairly quickly once ordered! The goulash was well seasoned and the German potato salad had the perfect amount of acid. The veg soup was surprisingly delish! Pro tip - don't order the pretzel, wait for the girl to walk around with the really big ones - they're much better. Live music creates a fun atmosphere, as does the comradely at the tables. Great souvenirs at the gift shop too! Prost!

A huge beer hall with 3 floors! Don't get intimidated on how vast the hall is- plenty of seating but don't expect them to sit you down. You find an empty spot that fits your party and someone will be with you to take your group order. I definitely enjoyed the Hofbräu Original as it was refreshing! I'm not a drinker so the 1L was good enough for me! They also have a 0.50 L if you just wanna try it. Food- can't go wrong with the pretzels but I suggest getting them from the ladies who mill about the hall as they are massive than what's on the menu. The pork knuckle was amazing & so was the schnitzel. Keep in mind that the menu is in German so you may need your Google translate app (which is what I did) so I can order properly,

This place holds a special place in my heart for all my reviews. I recently lost a good friend in August. Before he passed he told me this was the place I needed to try when I traveled to Germany. It did not disappoint. The place was a true German beer house. It had live music. The waitresses dressed in dirnkdls and the men in knickers. The beer was outstanding and they gave you enough to quench the thirst of a horse. Definitely a must try while in Munich.

It's München. How can you not visit the Höfbrauhaus? Massive beer hall in the heart of Munich. A bit touristy but there were plenty of native Germans here as well. Decorated in old world German style, it is truly a beer hall. If you are by yourself or in a small group you can expect that someone will join you at your table. The food is traditional German but they do have a number of vegetarian and vegan options. We were visiting earlier in day so we split a number of items including the obazada, pretzel and Käsespaetzle. TBH the pretzel was really mediocre-we ordered that off the menu and it was small and almost stale. I did see a Kellnerin selling large ones that looked better. The Käsespaetzle was super tasty as was the Obsada- which is a cheese dip. Our server was lovely, both efficient and helpful. Although you can try your German out, they have English menus and the staff speaks English. The beer- excellent. Order half liters and try different types. This is a popular spot- we went around noon on a Tuesday, which was a perfect time. If you go in evening, especially weekend, you will likely wait. Nonetheless, visiting a beer hall really should be included on any German Trip

Saw that this was a famous beer hall in the area and had to come try it. The worker that helped us initially was great but then left for another area and our new worker was pushy and a bit rude. We tried a few things on the menu and aside from the beer....the food was not impressive and frankly disappointing. It's a tourist trap here so I understand but I wasn't expecting a lunch meat-esque plate for 20€. I also wasn't expecting the mandatory surprise tip that the worker added to our bill on his own but at that point I just gave up.

Where do I begin to review the madness this place is:)! It's absolute craziness and chaos but still works! Bottom floor is a 1500 capacity space with communal tables with a few reserved ones thrown in. 1st floor has a quiet restaurant and 3rd floor has another beer hall.tho more tasteful than the bottom one. It's a constant frat party or October fest there! Beers are good, food horrible. We got the 0.5 l and 1l of the dunkel and original. It was good but we preferred the taste of Augustiner. Food we ordered a pretzel,spaetzle and obatdza (sp?). We also got the 5.6 euro giant pretzels the staff was going around selling. Food was a disappointment but the place itself is worth an experience. There were live bands playing music and overall very festive. A bit expensive but that's Munich for you!

The service here was amazing. The place was crazy busy but you didn't have to wait long to be waited on it for the food and beer to arrive. Absolutely amazing!!! I got the sausage platter and it sure didn't disappoint. So good. The 4 sausages delicious and the potatoes and sauerkraut simply the best. The vegetarian dish was alright. You're in Germany get good food. Jk. My partner doesn't really like German food but he enjoyed his. I'd totally go back. In fact I was here 9 years ago and it's just as good as I remember!! Prost!!!

We love the atmosphere here. very fun... everyone seems to be having a good time. There was live music. And it is so busy that we circled the place twice to find a table to share with. Can't go wrong with the Hofbrau original. I had the radler since it is the lightest - mixed with lemonade. I had the vegetarian dish - red bell pepper strudel. I think the yogurt made it sour and soggy. I prefer it without the yogurt sauce. My partner loved the HB Sausage platter. He savoured that dish including sauerkraut which he said is nothing like what u would get in America

What a fun place to visit if you are in Munich. Yes it is ultra cheesy touristic, but you have to do it at least once. We got the 1 L beers which they call a mass. You have to get real comfortable with neighbours as the tables are long and not very private, which is A-OK to enjoy the authentic European experience. We loved that they had live music for us to sing along to with the classic Oktoberfest songs. we also ordered a schnitzel because we were peckish and it was pretty solid. Don't linger too long as you can tell that the staff are a little impatient if you're just sitting and talking and nursing one beer for over an hour. But overall, our service was attentive and good.

We had an amazing time while visiting this location in Munich. We got in before Oktoberfest, and we're able to really appreciate the place. From the giant mugs of beer being delivered, to the people walking around, selling pretzels, regular, cheese, covered, cinnamon, this was a great place. The ambience was awesome, with the Oompa band playing music occasionally, in between drinking their own beers. We really enjoyed our time, and our server was amazing.

Place a reservation for groups of 4 or more - otherwise, find a table with an open seat and enjoy! The beer is fantastic- ask if there is a seasonal that's not on the list. The food is tasty and authentic - experiment!

Familiar with the location in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, it was a treat to experience the flagship location in Munich. This location is considerably larger, by comparison. It is two stories with an open-roof courtyard in the center. It was some of the best beer I had during my Oktoberfest visit to Munich. The Hofbräu Original beer was good, but I liked the Hofbräu Oktoberfest beer even better. I paired those with the Bell Pepper Strudel--one of the two vegan items on the menu. I was impressed by how many people increasingly poured in during lunchtime on a Monday.

Ok so it is the Hofbrauhaus and you go there to drink the beer, which was amazing and eat pretzels which were also fantastic. As usual it was super crowded, tables are first come first served, you do share with others which we enjoyed. The ambiance is what you would expect from a massive beer hall, loud and obnoxious and awesome.

I was intrigued by Hofbrauhaus because there was one here in Rosemont, IL but then it closed in 2021?? I don't know if it was due to Covid or if it just didn't do too well?? Sadly, I never got a chance to try them out. Anyway, every city and small town seemingly has a famous restaurant with famous local bier. So being in Munchen, we just had to stop by at the legendary Hofbrauhaus!! It was a hot, sunny day, my arms were tired from carrying shopping bags all around town (it's the best way to see the sites and to get your 10,000 steps) and we just walked in and our server said to, "sit wherever you like." She was welcoming, friendly and spoke English, I immediately said, "dankeschon," which means thank you very much. Yes indeed, Gerry T is multilingual Yelp peeps!! Anyway, we ordered the original bier to quench our thirst and a plate of crackling pork with crispy skin with cabbage and gravy and a potato ball. I enjoyed it all, maybe because it reminds me of a Filipino meal. I tell you, I've never eaten so much schweinebauch (pork belly) in my life. So yes, I could easily live in Germany. And did I tell you that they charge for water and sometimes the bier is cheaper than the still water (not here though). So please, do the math and enjoy the local bier. I really enjoyed the German ambiance and you get a sense that many local Munchen residents come here to have a fine meal, drink great bier while catching up. The space is airy, lively, full of natural light and cool art and decorative stuff. It was, all in all, sehr gut (very good)!! Pro tip - Tipping is expected in Germany (unlike in France), so expect to tip up to 10% for great service. They will ask you before ringing you up on the handheld device.

We had heard this is one of the best and most historic beer halls in town. We had a good experience overall, from the service to the ambiance. And the food was good but not amazing. The bread was okay, and sausages were fine.

Must do for tourists like us. We had a very long layover at the Munich airport. Walked out of the airport and took a train to city center. I had a 1L beer and a gigantic pretzel. The pretzel was not fresh and disappointing. I also had an onion beef stew; it was very good. The ambiance is fun with live music. It is touristy but worth it.

The staff speak English so no need for translation apps. This place is extremely busy, you must make reservations at dinner or you will not be eating here. The restaurant is huge, with multiple stories and both indoor and outdoor seating. Outdoor seating has large umbrellas to provide shade during the hot summer months. The food is standard Bavarian selection and is tasty. Reminder, in Germany you have to pay for water.

You get what you expect. A typical tourist attractions with subpar for food and the slow service. But the place is massive

Pros: My husband and I got a table pretty quickly after re-entered. Also, the waiter was attentive as far as bringing our food on time and more. The vibe is amazing because there's a live band that plays German music, and everybody is dancing around. And addition, the prices are not that bad -- we got two big dinner plates, sparkling water, bread and a pretzel, and half a liter of beer for about $51. To note: Get ready to share a table and rub elbows with others. Also, it can get a little crowded and the shirts in the souvenir shop are not cheap. Interesting fact: This was where Hitler formed the Nazi party. Overall score: A+

Iconic beer hall in Munich. Super crowded when you walk in but the place is huge so it's not hard to find open space somewhere. The service was pretty slow because it's huge but also once when you order it's not bad. Our server was actually really nice. Giant beers and giant pretzels. It took forever for the pretzel boy to come over though. Also I'm not used to just eating them plain so it was a bit off putting to just have a giant dry pretzel in front of me. I asked our server for mustard though and he gave us some mustard packets. I had the cheese spaetzl which was vegetarian. Haven't always been a fan of spaetzl but it was actually pretty good here. My friend enjoyed her chicken. They had a fun live band and it was really lively in there. Definitely recommend going when in Munich.

When in Rome do Roman stuff. When in Munich go to HB. I dined up stairs first. It's a sit down waiter service up there. Regular atmosphere. The food was delicious. After dinner I headed to the main beer hall for a few more beers. Typical beer hall. Loud,crowded and fun.

I had dinner at the famous Hofbräuhaus in Munich recently and tried their Pork Knuckle. I'd give the experience overall an 8/10 as the food had an overly strong pork flavour to it, but it was a bit better with pepper. The rating is mostly for the place as it's in a nice building and had a really busy yet interesting vibe, with good service although it was so busy.

Came here for a beer and had a great experience! I had a .5 L of the dark beer which was great. The space is huge, there's a small stage for a band, and tons of tables but note, it's community seating. There's also a gift shop here. Stopping here for a beer is a must while in Munich. Service here was great, as our waiter was very attentive and prompt, despite the place being at capacity with visiting British soccer fans.

Awesome medieval tavern vibe. Delicious sausages and refreshing beers. The waitresses will yell at you if you order something nonalcoholic lol. Grab a seat and immerse yourself! Highly recommended!

Visiting the Hofbräuhaus while in Munich is definitely at the top of the list for classic German beer and fare. It's bustling and warm feeling inside, like you are being welcomed home whether you're German or just a tourist! The Hofbräuhaus is famed as the world's most famous tavern. I'm sure it is ridiculously busy during Oktoberfest and other event times in Germany. We happened to go in April, and it was still busy, but not crazy at all, and we got a table to sit at and were greeted by our server right away. The decor is definitely old world and classic with heavy wooden booths and tables, as well as cream colored ceilings and columns painted with faded murals and the iconic blue and white checkered flag of Bavaria. The beer is obviously brewed by the Hofbräu state brewery, and their brews can be purchased all over the world (the iconic blue "HB" logo is what you look for), but that is nothing like getting it right from the source at the Hofbräuhaus! We stuck with the giant Hofbräu Original mugs (they were the size of my head!). It was surprisingly light in body and had a slight floweriness in the finish, making it super easily drinkable even though it came in the giant mugs. My travel partner and I also nibbled on a few of the food offerings, to complement our giant beers (and not to drink on an empty stomach!) I had the Beef Goulash that came in a hot cast iron skillet of sauce with perfectly cooked little bits of beef marinating inside, and accompanied by a little bread dumpling (that almost looked like mashed potatoes at first!) My friend got the giant baked pretzel, but we forgot to snap a pic - just trust me, it was wonderful. This is for sure a spot you should stop at in Munich for the history, the food, and of course, the beer!

Definitely worth visiting if you're in Munich! This was a very authentic beer garden experience. The beer hall itself is huge. They have many family style tables inside and then a huge beer garden outside. We got lucky and arrived just after a rainstorm. The food was good and the beer was even better! I did feel bad for the servers here as they had so many tables and would often get sat at the same time. Our server was running around like crazy which obviously made things a little bit slower, but it was not his fault his section was so large.

The Hofbräuhaus München is a lively beer hall and probably the most popular in Munich. We walked through and glasses with clanging and music was playing. There's more to it than a beer hall though. Founded in 1589 by Duke Wilhelm V of Bavaria, it was originally established as a brewery to supply the royal court with high-quality beer. It's particularly famous for its role in the early days of the Nazi party, which held meetings in its halls during the 1920s.

I'm not sure how anybody could not give this five stars. Our visit included a platter of sausages; several choices of bread and one liter steins of winter beer. The oompah band played great. You won't like this place if you don't like crowds, beer and meat. So maybe make sure you do!

The service was great! Our hostess was dressed in traditional German attire (Dirndl) and was friendly, bonus she spoke English. She provided English menus that had traditional German dishes. The venue is a big permanent beer hall. As we left, some musicians showed up and started warming up. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but this place is worth it! Highly recommend!!

Very cool experience in Munich! We were in Munich as we were flying out on New Years day so we were looking for somewhere to eat on New Years eve. I did not know it was the opposite of the states where everything is closed on New Years eve! So we looked for something open and came across Hofbräuhaus. We decided to venture in and were promptly seated upstairs in a Hugh dining hall. Everyone walked in and were seated and a little while later the servers came over and took orders. There was something for everyone to choose from. While we awaited food, vendors came around with pretzels to purchase. There was lively music and it turned into a fun evening filled with singing songs out loud and having some good food. The food is good. It is not great and will not be the best thing you have in Munich by far. But the experience is truly special. I would highly recommend.

A huge german restaurant with a beautiful ceiling and wall mural art, live traditional music and huge family style tables. Unfortunately, I came here on a Saturday around 8pm and it was so packed it took about 30 minutes for my party of 6 to split up to hunt down a table. Once we did it took another 30 minutes to forceably get a servers attention to get us menus. It was like another 15 minutes to get our orders taken and an additional 45 minutes to an hour to get our food. Yup, that bad. Thankfully my party was super easy going and able to keep ourselves entertained. The pros is that the restaurant has a man walking around selling pretzels so we definitely got some to hold us up with all the waiting around for menus and our ordered food. The pretzel was good but would be much better with mustard. Good luck getting that. That took us about 20 minutes to ask a server for that after we got our pretzels. Our pretzel was almost completely devoured by then. Besides the pretzels, the food we ordered was tasty. I ordered the roast chicken, potatoes and pickled red cabbage - it was good.

Can't miss beer experience in Munich. Try to grab a table in outdoor beer garden, a little less noise and some breezes on a warm summer day. Show some patience your server will find you and soon you will have a huge stein of beer.

The most touristy brauhaus in town, as evidenced by the tour groups sitting down. Pros: - atmosphere was great, especially for the Euros - lots of seats, no wait Cons: - food was very meh - very slow service - smallest pork knuckle ever

If you love beer and are in Munich, this is an experience you shouldn't miss! They always have a lager, hefeweizen, and a seasonal beer on draft available in the huge steins. Hofbrauhaus definitely makes one of the best German lagers, very drinkable and refreshing with a malty sweetness and crisp finish. There is also a beer garden in the middle and plenty of indoor seating on the first and second floors. The main beer hall and garden are all first come, first serve but there are reservations for tables upstairs. The atmosphere is bustling with servers running around with large steins everywhere, a live band in the middle of the beer hall, and a historic building which has served kings of Bavaria and hosted many of the Nazi party's events. Aside from the beer, the food was mediocre. Would recommend only coming for the beer and history but you can find much better Bavarian fare from restaurants nearby. However, this is a popular tourist spot and the place can get extremely crowded and service can be extremely slow. We came here twice and one day we have a great server, she was quick and friendly but the other day we were ignored by servers for at over ten minutes until we moved tables to another section. There is also a gift shop by the entrance which makes for a nice stop on the way out.

We ordered the Roasted pork with potato. For dessert, thr apple strudel. All delicious. Enough pork for two ppl so we shared the meal. The service was amazing. The place seems crazy but our service checked up on us quite often. Great experience there.

Always a fun place to swing by and enjoy the atmosphere! Great beer and food. Service is decent a bit tough to get attention but typical in Europe. FYI pretzels being sold by women walking around are external vendor and must pay cash to them not part of aHofbrauhaus

One of our first stops in Munich. We were able to get a table right away despite it being super busy. We started off with beers which of course, were fantastic. We ordered pretzels which were good but could have been better; we did really enjoy the sweet mustard. I would definitely recommend this spot for first time visitors to grab a beer. The atmosphere is so lively and the band is great to listen to while drink great beer!

A quintessential and popular Biergarten in the heart of the Munich city center, I had to stop here even knowing that everyone else who is traveling to Munich also feels the same way. I had to, and I'm so glad that I did. First off...THIS PLACE IS HUGE! The famous HB Hofbrauhaus is an icon when it comes to drinking (and eating) establishments in Munich. One of the six breweries in the metro Munich area, its beer did not disappoint. A steady stream of customers continued to file in but nobody was walking out. In an hour the capacity of folks inside doubled. We sat down about 11am and only waited about 4-5 mins for a server to greet us. A one liter beers seem large and they are! But, cmon....you have to. And, so we did. Two 1liter original HB cold brews! We also grabbed a Luke warm pretzel and shared an order of weisswurst (a traditional morning food for Germans) since it was before noon. The sausage was amazing. Subtle hints of seasoning in a ground veal white sausage in a firm casing. The pretzel was a combination of soft and chewy in the thicker parts with a nice brown salty crust and crunchy thin areas. And of course the beer tasted way better than our American brews. My suggestion is to definitely visit here. But get here early as from what I saw and heard, if you wait too long, you'll be standing. And beware. Certain tables have signs over them which denote them as a "locals" table and they have certain rights to the table. I'm not sure that they would kick you out, but they do have "dibs." Prost!

7/7/2024 - a giant 3 story building and lots of beer size, small is .31, .51 is large and then the 1 liter. 450 persons per floor. They have live music and a gift shop. If you buy a beer you get a coin for your next visit and they don't expire for a free beer. Guess people collect it and use it as their own currency.

If you're looking to feel like you're at Oktoberfest when you either A) don't want to go to Oktoberfest or B) aren't in Munich during Oktoberfest, this is probably your best bet. This location is huge and there is seating on multiple levels. We stuck to the first floor because we liked the vibe, but it's not for everyone. Apparently you can find quieter tables upstairs, but just go in knowing that it will probably be crowded and energetic on the first floor. After you find a spot, you wait for a server to come by to take your meal order. If you'd like a pretzel or a cookie, you call over one of the people walking around with them and pay them cash. As a foreigner to Germany, I felt the food was decent. Someone from Germany might feel this is likened to Applebee's or something, but I didn't take issue with any of the dishes. We ordered a pretzel, a half chicken, the sausage plate, and the Spätzle. While the Spätzle and sausages were okay, the chicken was really tasty and I enjoyed this the most. It was so tender and not dry whatsoever, and although it wasn't heavily seasoned, it was well-cooked. The pretzel was also fine, but you can definitely get a better one elsewhere. We started off the trip slow with half-liters of beer here, but like many places in Munich, you have the option of a half or a whole liter. A band plays somewhere near the middle of the room, so pay attention to where you sit if you don't like loud sounds near your head.

It was amazing food and amazing service. We entered without reservation and they were so kind they not only gave us a table but 20 min late they asked us if we want more comfortably table. The food was the best we have tried during the entire trip.

A must stop when in Munich even if it is packed and a little touristy. We got lucky and grabbed a table just as people were leaving it. Shortly after 4 people asked to share the table. It was great, we are American and they were all from London here for the Arsenal game.

Obviously a must go on everyone's Munich itinerary. Huge beer hall with tons of seating. If it happens to be busy you just look around and find a spot at any table. Servers are good and will find you. They take both cash and credit. Went during Oktoberfest time, so was likely more busy then usual. Found a spot right away. Ordered kasespatzle and it was very good. Beer was good. Very lively environment inside with live music. They also have a beer garden. Few different gift shops within the place with all the merch you could want from a beer hall. This place has lots of history and was involved in a lot of historical events. Would be nice to read a little on the history before you go.

I can't speak for the food, because I was here to drink during Oktoberfest. However, a lot of people around me were eating and the food looked fantastic! But, can you really go wrong with meat and potatoes? According to my Polish friend, who has been to Oktoberfest more times than he can count, this is his very favorite place to have beers in the city. I didn't have anything to compare it to, but I was very impressed at how good the service was, considering how packed it was the night we were there. Beers came immediatley. After a long day of flying in from the west coast of the states and walking 10 blocks from our hotel - this place and the giant beers hit the spot.

A must visit when in Munich. Part of a chain, this original location is a very festive beer hall and is a great way to experience the German drinking culture. Get the pretzel, pork knuckle and liter of the beer of choice and you're set!