Fischer-Vroni

Reservations open several months in advance for Fischer-Vroni and fill extremely quickly for evenings and weekends. The tent also keeps a small walk-in section; best opportunity for spontaneous seats is during weekday lunch hours. Deposit prepayment of meal and drink is required for all reservation bookings.

Steckerlfisch Tradition

• Originated in 1983 by Thomas Vroni
• Fresh pike, trout, char grilled on pine sticks over beechwood fire
• Carved tableside or filleted into Fischsemmel: crunchy crust, tender fish, lemon, horseradish

Pink Monday (RoslMontag)

• Annual LGBTQ+ takeover on second Monday
• Rainbow décor, drag queen performances, themed cocktails
• Special menu items and pride flags throughout tent

Family Sundays

• Kids’ music hour (11:00–13:00) with traditional brass and sing-alongs
• Children’s menu 50% off for under-12
• Face painting and folk dance workshops

• Composition: 50% locals, 30% families, 20% tourists
• Demographic: Ages 5–55; strong family presence
• Vibe: Casual midday, moderate party by evening
• Dress code: Tracht common (60%); casual fine

• 12:00 Noon: Daily Steckerlfisch cooking demo; chef explains grilling technique and fish varieties
• Thursday Fish Farmers’ Guild Day: Showcase of sustainable Bavarian aquaculture
• Porters’ Parade: Trachtenverein march at noon on opening weekend

Beer (Paulaner)

• Festbier: 6.0% vol., €15.10 per Maß
• Radler: €15.10 per Maß
• Non-alc. beer: €12.80

Signature Dishes

• Steckerlfisch (€13.80) on stick: whole grilled fish
• Fischsemmel (€9.50): fish fillet in crusty roll
• Fish & Chips (€17.90): fries, tartar

Other Bavarian Classics

• Half chicken (€14.80)
• Pork roast (€17.90)
• Giant pretzel (€6.80)

Vegetarian/Vegan

• Cheese Spätzle (€14.50)
• Mushroom ragout (€16.80)
• Vegan lentil stew (€15.50)

Starters & Sides

• Obatzda & pretzel (€13.80)
• Bavarian radish salad (€7.50)
• Daily soup (€7.50)

Day (10:00–18:00)

• Bayerische Gmiatlichkeit: Traditional brass band—polkas, marches, folk songs

Evening (18:00–22:00)

• Alpenrocker: Folk-rock covers of pop & Schlager

Volume: Moderate—conversation possible, lively but not overwhelming

[Insert images: grilled fish on sticks; Fischsemmel; Pink Monday drag show; family dining; band performances; tent interior; terrace]

1. Stand-Alone Fish Stand: Grab Fischsemmel outside tent to bypass long interior wait.
2. Early Family Entry: Weekday 10:00–12:00 best for family seating before crowds.
3. Thursday Guild Day: Arrive for sustainable fish showcase and meet local fish farmers.
4. Terrace Seating: Shaded, breezy, unreserved until early afternoon.

• 1961: Established by Albert Vroni as beer stand
• 1983: Thomas Vroni introduces pine-stick grilled Steckerlfisch
• 2005: Pink Monday inaugurated as Oktoberfest LGBTQ+ tradition
• 2015: Interior revamp adds pink-white Bavarian palette
• Current Proprietors: Thomas & daughter Lena Vroni (three generations)

Address: Siemensallee 5, Theresienwiese (Southeast corner) U-Bahn: U4/U5 Theresienwiese (7-min walk) S-Bahn: Hackerbrücke (12-min walk) Tram: 18/19 to Holzapfelstraße (5-min walk) Park & Ride: Fröttmaning (U6) Accessibility: Wheelchair seating by advance booking

Opening Hours & Other Notes

• Dates: Sep 19–Oct 4, 2026
• Tent: weekdays 10:00–22:00; weekends 9:00–22:00
• Fish stand: 9:00–21:00
• Bag policy: 20×15×10 cm max; larger checked (€3)
• Strollers: weekdays till 18:00; prohibited weekends
• Smoking: outdoor only

Reviews & Ratings

Overall: 4.6/5

• Steckerlfisch: 4.9/5
• Family vibe: 4.8/5
• Food: 4.7/5
• Music: 4.3/5
• Value: 4.2/5

FAQs

Q: What fish types?
A: Trout, char, mackerel; rotates daily.
Q: What is Pink Monday?
A: LGBTQ+ takeover with drag shows and pride décor.
Q: Can I get fish without reservation?
A: Yes, at the outdoor stand.
Q: Is it child-friendly?
A: Very, especially Sunday family events.

Similar Tents

• Dates: Sep 19–Oct 4, 2026
• Tent: weekdays 10:00–22:00; weekends 9:00–22:00
• Fish stand: 9:00–21:00
• Bag policy: 20×15×10 cm max; larger checked (€3)
• Strollers: weekdays till 18:00; prohibited weekends
• Smoking: outdoor only

Overall: 4.6/5

• Steckerlfisch: 4.9/5
• Family vibe: 4.8/5
• Food: 4.7/5
• Music: 4.3/5
• Value: 4.2/5

Q: What fish types?
A: Trout, char, mackerel; rotates daily.
Q: What is Pink Monday?
A: LGBTQ+ takeover with drag shows and pride décor.
Q: Can I get fish without reservation?
A: Yes, at the outdoor stand.
Q: Is it child-friendly?
A: Very, especially Sunday family events.