We had the pleasure of dining at Biergarten, in Epcot’s Germany, on Stitchy’s second trip to the World. I chose Biergarten, or rather Biergarten chose us, because it was the only restaurant with Candlelight Processional Package availability at the late date I booked it. I didn’t have extremely high or low expectations. None at all, actually. Although it started out a little rocky (wait, we have to share a table?), we really enjoyed it. Even more important, we were introduced to pretzel rolls. Epically yummy.
Also, I have to apologize for the quality and quantity of pictures here. Stitchy was asleep, I was trying to manage the unexpected table sharing (yes, I forgot to share that little tidbit with the fam) and the batteries were dying. I snapped a few pics and was done.
On that note, although strollers aren’t typically allowed in the restaurant, we were told if we didn’t mind a table in the “back,” we could stroll him in and not wake him. Your miles may vary.
Once everyone was comfortable, we actually enjoyed chatting with our dining companions. They were an older couple and sister. If I recall correctly, they were Disney vets, and the husband was military, so he and the gpa had plenty to chat about between sets.
That brings us to the entertainment. Oktoberfest Musikanten plays, sings, dances and, of course, yodels during your meal! They had children and adults up and dancing near the stage. Had we not had a sleeping child, we’d probably have joined in, too. 😉
The atmosphere in Biergarten goes right along with the music and really gives you the feeling that you’re celebratting with tables full of new friends.
I was a little apprehensive about the food choices. I don’t know German food. I’ve only ever been to the Frankfurt airport, and I’m pretty sure I only ate Goldfish there. I had visions of greasy sausage and saurkraut. And they had that, but they also had a lot I really enjoyed! Their cucumber salad was delicious, and like I said, the pretzel rolls are worth a return trip!! I can’t say how well your average kiddo would enjoy the restaurant, as ours was snoozing, but if they’re hot dog fans, you can probably convince them to try a lot of what the buffet has to offer by looks alone. When all’s said and done, even though we haven’t been back to the German restaurant, I wouldn’t turn it down. In fact, now I’m thinking of going German on our next trip if only to take better pics. Oh, and pretzel rolls.
2022 Update: I finally made it back to Biergarten on a work trip with Story Time. I got much better pictures and really enjoyed the atmosphere with our little group-o-grown-ups. I would definitely come back at Christmas time, as Germany as a whole is really freaking adorable during the holidays.
The Atmosphere
I do absolutely adore the vibe. It’s a small, fairytale-like town right inside of Epcot! With stone facades, street lamps and live music, you can easily imagine yourself at Oktoberfest in some idyllic little village.
The Food
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