Kalbsbraterei Hochreiter specializes in veal dishes served in a Swiss pine-paneled Alpine hut atmosphere with aromatic wood interiors and cozy booth seating. This 300-seat tent transforms from daytime ski lodge vibe to evening Schlager disco, featuring unique veal weißwurst breakfast, rare veal rack preparations, and family operation by the Hochreiter gastronomy dynasty.
Reservations & Table Booking
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Reservations & Table Booking
Online and phone reservations for tables (12 required in evenings, 10 for lunch) must be made well in advance, especially for set-menu dinner slots. Only lunch in the first tent hour stands much chance for walk-ins.
What Makes This Tent Special
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What Makes This Tent Special
- Veal-only tent: Only Oktoberfest tent focused on veal delicacies, including roast, schnitzel, and the rare Kalbs-Pfandl sharing platter.
- Swiss pine construction: Aromatic Swiss pine wood interior, providing warmth and coziness, likened to an "Alpine ski lodge whether at Sudelfeld, Kitzbühel or St. Moritz."
- Daily veal weißwurst breakfast: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, unique to this tent.
- Evening party transformation: Schlager disco, party bands, and lively hut festival every night after 6:00 PM.
- Family business: Run by Hochreiter family (also run Haxenbraterei and Zur Bratwurst), joined in recent years by daughter Laura and son-in-law Phil.
Atmosphere & Crowd
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Atmosphere & Crowd
- Morning/lunch: Calm, cozy, ski-lodge vibe; ideal for families, traditionalists, and daytime gatherings
- Afternoon: Is busy, but still relaxed; transitions to lively as evening approaches
- Evening: High-energy party with live music (Tanzbar, Blind Date), bench dancing; “Hütten-Gaudi” with Schlager and disco classics
- Music:
- Evenings 6–11 PM (daily): Party bands Schlager/disco
- Fri–Sun/last days: Bavarian folk bands noon–5 PM
Food & Drinks
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Food & Drinks
- Beer: Löwenbräu Oktoberfestbier (€14.90/maß, 2024)
- Franziskaner weißbier, champagne, wine, non-alcoholic
Insider Tips & Local Secrets
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Insider Tips & Local Secrets
- Arrive by 10:00 AM for the unique veal weißwurst breakfast
- Pre-book for all evening visits; set menus are strictly enforced
- Veal rack and Kalbs-Pfandl are delicacies rarely found outside
- Family-run service – friendly and approachable
- Card & cash both accepted, but some servers may prefer cash
- Traditional dress fits the tent’s stylish hut charm
History & Background
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History & Background
- Established as "Kalbskuchl" (1973), became Kalbsbraterei in 2014 under Hochreiter family
- 300 seats; known for quality, consistency, and welcoming ambience
- Hochreiter family also operates Haxenbraterei and Zur Bratwurst
- Daughter Laura and son-in-law Phil joining ensures continuation
Location & Transportation
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Location & Transportation
- Wirtsbudenstraße 50 (Theresienwiese; check tent map: kalbsbraterei.de)
- U-Bahn: Theresienwiese stop (U4/U5)
- Tram: 18/19, Holzapfelstr.
- Walking distance from all fairground entries
Reviews & Ratings
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Reviews & Ratings
- "Best veal at Oktoberfest, and that cozy hut feels like Tyrol!"
- "Lively music, friendly service; set menu a bit pricy but worth it for the quality."
- "Evenings get wild, but lunch is cozy and not crowded."
- Overall: 4.6/5 (high points for authenticity and family feel)
FAQs
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FAQs
Q: Is everything veal? Yes, all mains are veal except some starters and desserts. Q: Can I get just a beer? Only with meal voucher/reservation or lunch walk-in before noon. Q: Is there vegetarian food? Limited (Caesar salad, desserts); main dishes are all veal. Q: What’s the evening music like? Schlager, party classics, and hut disco from 6:00 PM; daytime folk music Fri–Sun.
Similar Tents
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Similar Tents
- Haxnbraterei Hochreiter: Sister tent (family) specializing in pork knuckle
- Goldener Hahn: Modern Alpine hut with poultry, decorations, upbeat music in the evening
- Käfer Wiesn-Schänke: Larger, gourmet-leaning, clubby hut party ambience
(For a seating chart, menu PDF, and reservation policy, see kalbsbraterei.de.)