Brooklyn Bavarian Biergarten is the Place to Go This Summer BY JOHN ALEXANDER JALEXANDER@BROOKLYNEAGLE.COM
W
hen the Brooklyn Bavarian Biergarten first opened, there was great anticipation that it would be a unique new addition to the borough’s summer landscape. After all, it was the brainchild of the folks behind the Grand Prospect Hall, one of the finest event venues in Brooklyn.
Well, it did not disappoint! The Bavarian Biergarten caught on quickly and has become a staple in the neighborhood. It’s open rain or shine on weekends and there’s a large selection of imported beers to help wash down the delicious traditional German and American cuisine. And that’s not all, the venue also serves
(Courtesy of Brooklyn Bavarian Biergarten)
(Courtesy of Brooklyn Bavarian Biergarten)
some remarkable wines. side dishes like Spatzle and German Most of all, the Bier- Potato Pancakes, not to mention a garten is a refreshing fabulous Wiener Schnitzel entrée. Oh, new oasis where and in case you were wondering, the friends can meet for an German chocolate cake is amazing! ice cold Hofbrau and a The Biergarten’s ad copy calls it an Bratwurst, Knackwurst “urban oasis” and a “lush paradise,” (Courtesy of Brooklyn or Weisswurst sandwich. and it couldn’t be more accurate. It Bavarian truly is an oasis within the heart of Biergarten) It also offers a delicious sampler platter of Wurst Park Slope. sausage varieties for those who can’t The green trees and seasonal flowers decide what they want. surrounding the calming water founIn addition, the Biergarten also has a tain make it the perfect spot to spend selection of hot Bavarian pretzels, light time with friends in one of Brooklyn’s and easy salads, and a host of Bavarian most unique and appealing settings.
Welcome to the Brooklyn Bavarian Biergarten
RAIN OR SHINE, WE’RE OPEN! • OUTDOO OUTDOOR LUSH TREE-FILLED GARDEN • INDOOR WINTER GARDEN Inspired by the Grand Prospect Hall’s historic Bavarian roots, the Brooklyn Bavarian Biergarten makes beer lovers “dreams come true” with a collection of German and New York brews, winery varietals, and traditional German Cuisine and American specialties • No smoking in the garden • Please reserve for 7+ guests •Some p parking ng available
Open
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY 4 pm – 11 pm; FRIDAY 4 pm – 1 am; SATURDAY Noon – 1 am; SUNDAY Noon – 11 pm
Original 1892 photo of Biergarten with a theatrical stage, ready for action.
265 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215 (Between 5th & 6th Avenues)
718-788-0400 • www.brooklynbavarianbiergarten.com
16INB • INBROOKLYN — A Special Section of Brooklyn Daily Eagle/Heights Press/Home Reporter/Brooklyn Spectator/Brooklyn Record/Greenpoint Gazette • Week of August 9 - 15, 2018