Bierschenke is the epitome of authentic Munich Bierkeller culture in the UK. Located in Covent Garden, the Bierschenke Bierkeller offers guests the genuine Munich Bierkeller experience. With a commitment to tradition, Bierschenke exclusively serves draft beer brewed in Bavaria, honouring the rich heritage that surrounds the Bierkeller experience. They are proud to honour some of Bavaria's longest traditions, particularly the concept of Gemütlichkeit — a feeling of warmth, camaraderie, and joy that defines the Bierkeller atmosphere. From the authentic maple wood furniture sourced from Munich to the finest sausages procured from Germany's top butchers, every detail reflects Bierschenke’s commitment to authenticity. You’ll spot the staff wearing traditional leather lederhosen and dirndls. Bierschenke partners closely with Paulaner Brewery and its associated breweries (Hacker-Pschorr & AuerBräu) in Munich, and serves the largest selection of beers from these establishments in the UK.
Small dishes on the food menu start with a pretzel to dip in a Bavarian cheese spread made with camembert and dark beer, along with a delicious beef goulash soup with tender chunks of beef, and the tart flambe with sour cream, smoked bacon, mushrooms and onions. Some of the Bierschenke include the Bavarian beef and pork meatloaf served with a fried egg and sautéed potatoes and slow roasted pork knuckles with crackling accompanied by Sauerkraut, dumplings and gravy. Other main dishes include the succulent Oktoberfest style, corn-fed roast chicken, seasoned to perfection served with chips and the veal meatballs in a caper velouté sauce, with herby potatoes and pickled beetroot. If you want to try traditional sausages, then try the Krakauer sausage with homemade curry ketchup sauce and chips, the weisswurst of traditional Munich white sausages, bratwurst or nürnbergers with sauerkraut and artisan bread.