About Old German Beer Hall
From Old German Beer Hall's own website and its Google listing, read October 1, 2026.
Old German Beer Hall is a beer hall and restaurant in Milwaukee, modeled on Munich's Hofbräuhaus. Its website says the hall offers a glimpse of Bavarian social life and 400 years of tradition. The tables and benches are replicas from the Hofbräuhaus "Schwemme".
The beer is Hofbräu Munich, which the website says is brewed in Munich under the Reinheitsgebot, the Purity Act of 1516. The kitchen serves traditional Bavarian festival food. That includes giant pretzels imported from Munich, plus Usinger sausages made just across the street.
Live music is a regular part of the week, with bands playing on many Friday and Saturday evenings. The website also lists pages for groups, a Stein Club and reservations. It is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Milwaukee on this site except one on this site.
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Questions people ask
Answers come from Old German Beer Hall's website and its Google listing, read October 1, 2026.
What kind of beer does Old German Beer Hall serve?
Its website says the beer is Hofbräu Munich, brewed in Munich according to the Reinheitsgebot of 1516.
Does it serve food?
Yes. The kitchen serves traditional Bavarian festival food, including giant pretzels. The menu also features Usinger sausages, including two bratwursts made exclusively for the hall.
Is there live music?
Yes. The website has a Musik & Events page that lists live music, often on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Can I make a reservation or book a party?
Yes. The website has a reservation link and a page for groups. It also lists a phone extension for parties, banquets and catering.
Which breweries are close by?
The Beer Garden is 0.1 miles away. Good City Brewing | Downtown and The Brewery are both 0.2 miles away. Milwaukee Brewing Company is 0.4 miles away.
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Before you visit Old German Beer Hall
Check oldgermanbeerhall.com before you go. The Musik & Events page lists the live bands, and the site says the hall opens earlier for FC Bayern games and stays open later for concerts and sports.
The hall sits at the corner of 3rd and State, across the street from Usinger's Sausage Factory. The contact page has a link for reservations.
The Beer Garden is 0.1 miles away, and Good City Brewing | Downtown and The Brewery are both 0.2 miles away. Milwaukee Brewing Company is 0.4 miles away, so a second stop is easy.