Café Theres'

Regional products, manufactory and family-friendly atmosphere.

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Wheat Beer
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Champagne
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Tent Statistics
Capacity:160
Tent Seats:120
Beer Garden Seats:40
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Type:Small
Beer Price:€14.70
Host Family:Café Theres'

Café Theres, established in 1950 as the oldest coffee tent at Oktoberfest, honors Queen Therese of Bavaria with its in-house pastry shop producing fresh cakes and tortes daily. Operated by Katharina Wiemes and Josef Sperl in a 398-seat space featuring English Garden murals, this venue transitions from traditional café service to wine and cocktail bar in the evenings with live jazz performances.

Reservations & Table Booking

Reservations available online for tables of 4+; coffee/pastry or drink voucher required on booking. Early breakfast and afternoon visits have good walk-in odds, while evenings tend to be fully booked for live music slots.

What Makes This Tent Special

  • In-House Pastry Shop: Only tent with own on-site bakery producing fresh cakes & tortes
  • Queen’s Tribute: Named for Bavarian Queen Therese, site of 1810 royal wedding
  • Versatile Day-Night Concept: Café by day (coffee & cakes), wine & cocktails by night
  • Artist-Designed Murals: English Garden scenes create romantic ambiance
  • Live Music: Monaco Allstars daily from 6:00 PM, plus weekend afternoon jazz (Fri–Sun 2–5 PM)

Atmosphere & Crowd

  • Morning & Afternoon: Quiet, family-friendly café ambiance
  • Weekend Afternoon Jazz (2–5 PM): Smooth background music
  • Evening Party (6–11 PM): Monaco Allstars perform Schlager, jazz, and pop hits
  • Décor: Handcrafted wood furniture, English Garden murals, fresh flowers
  • Picknick-Angebot: Picnic boxes with pastries & savories in beer garden

Food & Drinks

Breakfast & Café:

  • Weißwurstfrühstück: Weißwurst, sweet mustard, pretzel, coffee (€9.00)
  • Theresienbusserl: Traditional cream-filled meringue (€5.80)
  • Apple Strudel & Cheesecake: Oven-warm (€6.50–€8.00)

Lunch & Savory:

  • Obazda with Pretzel: Bavarian cheese spread (€11.90)
  • Tarte Flambée: Classic or varietal (€12.50)

Pastry & Dessert:

  • Fresh Cakes & Tortes: Selection changes daily (€6.00–€9.00)
  • Homemade Cream Puffs: Varied fillings (€5.50)

Drinks:

  • Coffee Specialties: Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte (€4.00–€5.20)
  • Tea & Hot Chocolate: (€3.80–€4.50)
  • Wine & Champagne: Glasses €10.00–€18.00
  • Cocktails: Aperol Spritz, Espresso Martini (€11.00–€13.00)

Insider Tips & Local Secrets

  • Arrive Before 9:00 AM on weekends for exclusive breakfast service
  • Special Picknick Boxes: Order in advance via website for 2–4 people
  • Theresienbusserl Variations: Seasonal flavors available—ask server
  • Weekend Jazz Sundays: Best-kept secret—smooth tunes with cake

History & Background

  • 1950: Granted stand after WWII by Wiemes family as compensation for war damage
  • 2008: Tent renewed but maintained original identity
  • 2022: Renamed "Café Theres’" to honor Queen Therese of Bavaria
  • 2023: Full interior redesign by Silvie Penelope Schmidt with English Garden murals and handcrafted wood furnishings

Location & Transportation

  • Nearest U-Bahn: Theresienwiese (U4/U5) – 3-min walk
  • Tram: Lines 16/17 to Holzapfelstraße
  • Parking: Park & Ride recommended, no tent parking
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair ramp; accessible restrooms

Reviews & Ratings

  • Overall: 4.7/5
  • Pastries: 4.9/5
  • Coffee: 4.8/5
  • Cocktails: 4.6/5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5/5

Visitor Highlights:

  • "Café Theres is a serene escape—apple strudel and cappuccino perfection."
  • "Evening cocktails with Monaco Allstars are unforgettable."
  • "English Garden murals transport you away from festival chaos."

FAQs

Q: Do they serve beer?
A: No – focus on coffee, pastries, wine, and cocktails.

Q: Can I reserve for breakfast?
A: Reservations for café hours via email; walk-ins welcome early.

Q: What’s Theresienbusserl?
A: Signature cream-filled meringue pastry named for Queen Therese.

Q: Is there a picnic box?
A: Yes – picnic boxes with sweet & savory treats available via online pre-order.

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