What beer is served at Weinzelt?

The Weinzelt serves absolutely no beer, which still shocks first-time visitors expecting at least one tap. Instead, they pour over 100 wines from Germany, Austria, France, and Italy, plus champagne and sparkling wines. Their house Riesling (€9.50 per glass) comes from Rheingau vineyards, crisp and mineral-forward. Most wines range from bone-dry Austrian Grüner Veltliner to sweet Auslese dessert wines.

How many seats does Weinzelt have?

With 1,300 total capacity split between 800 indoor seats and 500 in the garden area, tables fill differently than beer tents. The Vinothek corner tables (20 seats) book first for their intimate wine-tasting setup. Late arrivals should try the garden section after 8 PM when business dinners wrap up. No standing allowed at tables - this isn't a beer hall.

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Weinzelt

Intim, gehoben und für Weinliebhaber

The numbers

Total seats: 1,300
Maß 2026: €0.00
Brewery: Wein (kein Bier)
Music: Live-Musik

Highlights

Das Weinzelt ist das einzige Zelt auf der Wiesn, in dem kein Bier ausgeschenkt wird. Stattdessen gibt es über 100 Weinsorten, Sekt und gehobene Küche. Gut geeignet für alle, die dem Biertrubel entfliehen möchten.

01Einziges Weinzelt
02Über 100 Weinsorten
03Gehobenes Ambiente

Reservations

Reservations open for 2026

FAQ

Weinzelt questions, answered

What beer is served at Weinzelt?
The Weinzelt serves absolutely no beer, which still shocks first-time visitors expecting at least one tap. Instead, they pour over 100 wines from Germany, Austria, France, and Italy, plus champagne and sparkling wines. Their house Riesling (€9.50 per glass) comes from Rheingau vineyards, crisp and mineral-forward. Most wines range from bone-dry Austrian Grüner Veltliner to sweet Auslese dessert wines.
How many seats does Weinzelt have?
With 1,300 total capacity split between 800 indoor seats and 500 in the garden area, tables fill differently than beer tents. The Vinothek corner tables (20 seats) book first for their intimate wine-tasting setup. Late arrivals should try the garden section after 8 PM when business dinners wrap up. No standing allowed at tables - this isn't a beer hall.
How much does a beer cost at Weinzelt?

Wine prices start at €8.50 per glass for basic regional varieties, climbing to €45 for premium Burgundies. A bottle of their house wine costs €38, shareable between four people. Main courses run €22-38, significantly higher than traditional tent food. Budget €80-100 per person for dinner with wine, plus 10% tip rounded up.

How do I get a reservation at Weinzelt?

Reservations are moderately difficult - easier than Käfer's but harder than smaller tents. Bookings open in April through their website, requiring minimum €40 per person spend for dinner slots. Tables for 6-8 people book fastest. Without reservations, try arriving Tuesday-Thursday before 5 PM or after 9 PM when reserved tables open up.

What is the atmosphere like at Weinzelt?

The crowd skews older and more refined - think Munich's Maximilianstrasse shoppers, not backpacking tourists. Live jazz plays Tuesday through Saturday from 7 PM, never getting rowdy like oompah bands. Conversations stay civilized even late evening. By 10 PM, it feels more like an upscale wine bar than an Oktoberfest tent, which is exactly what wine enthusiasts want.

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