What could be more fun than spending a lazy afternoon or evening feasting on a giant Bavarian pretzel and a plate of delicious schnitzel while nursing a refreshing stein of pilsner with friends? Throw in some upbeat music, cuckoo clocks, and friendly waitresses dressed in German attire, and you are in for an authentic European experience. If this scene sounds like a good time to you, then you absolutely must pay a visit to the Munich Haus restaurant.
You don’t have to make a transatlantic flight to Europe to visit this authentic Bavarian restaurant; you only have to make the trek to Chicopee. This underrated city is considered to be the kielbasa capital of Massachusetts, and for good reason. The area is well-known for its authentic Polish and German cuisine, and you can get the best of the best at the Munich Haus. I recently visited here with my family and left with a full stomach and a large bag of takeout.
Whenever I walk into the Munich Haus, I am immediately transported back to my time spent in Germany. At the entrance to the restaurant, there is a huge bar area to the right side of the building packed with beer taps and hanging steins. On the left, you will find room after room of comfortable dining areas decorated with German knickknacks, decorations, and cuckoo clocks.
Everything here is delicious, from the braised lamb shanks to the beef goulash. There is even a children’s menu with both German and American food options. My family’s favorite thing to order is the Munich sampler, which includes pierogies, potato pancakes, fried cheese (so yummy), a fried pickle, and Nürnberger sausage. The cheese and potato pierogies are a must-have! Munich Haus’ cuisine can be enjoyed in-house or can be delivered right to your door.
Come spring, the outside Biergarten opens up and welcomes visitors to enjoy a pint or two with friends. Rotating live bands are featured on select summer nights.
The restaurant additionally hosts several special dinners and holiday events. While the festivities are certainly not limited to Oktoberfest, this autumn celebration is definitely a big one. The Munich Haus is also a hot spot for banquets and weddings. Whatever your reason for visiting, you are sure to have an authentic experience and a fantastic time.
Have you visited the Munich Haus? If so, what is your favorite dish to order? More information on this authentic German restaurant can be found on the Munich Haus website and the Munich Haus Facebook page. For even more German cuisine in Massachusetts, be sure to visit the Student Prince restaurant in nearby Springfield. And to experience even more of Europe without boarding a plane, check out these fabulous local destinations.
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