The Bier and The Food

What would a German festival be without German beer, bratwursts, sauerkraut, and apple strudel? It would not be very authentic! We pride ourselves on being one of the most authentic Oktoberfests in the United States. To that end, we use only German butchers, bakers and beer makers! So bring your appetite and prepare to feast on German food and enjoy some of the very same beer that the folks at Munich's Oktoberfest relish.

At the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest all food and beer transactions are done with tickets. We have three ticket windows conveniently located throughout the building to serve you. You can buy beer, wine, food and snack tickets at any of the three locations. So before you 'saddle up' to the bar or feast on that German meal, head to a ticket window and purchase the appropriate tickets!

Bitte ein Bier! (Another beer please!)

This year, the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest will proudly be pouring:

O'Doul's Complimentary Shuttle:
If you've had a little too much Oktoberfest fun, leave the driving to us and catch a ride home on the O'Doul's Shuttle. The complimentary shuttle begins running at 6:00 p.m. every Saturday evening and will take you anywhere in the Big Bear Valley. It's door-to-door service.

Please note: the O'Doul's Shuttle is a service to take you home. The shuttle will not stop at another bar and/or retail location.

Designated Drivers Program:
As always, we encourage you to have fun and enjoy Oktoberfest, but we ask that you do not drink and drive. New this year, 'Designated Driver Pitstop'. We provide unlimited complimentary sodas, coffee and O'Doul's during your Oktoberfest visit. Simply let anyone of our Gaudi Truppe (waitresses) or food and beverage staff know that you are the designated driver. They will provide you with an i.d. bracelet.

The Food:

You'll find a German feast fit for King Ludwig himself at the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest, and when the mountain air stirs up the appetite, we have a variety of speciality items to tempt your taste buds.

German Meals
German meals include a side of Sauerkraut, a side of German Potato Salad, a slice of bread and a meat entree of your choice:

German Sausage Sandwich
A meal in itself, the German Sausage Sandwich includes choice of Bratwurst, Knockwurst or Polish Sausage with a slice of German dill pickle topped with a healthy portion of sauerkraut.

Bavarian Dumplings
Made from an old Bavarian recipe, these dumplings come smothered in gravy and are as original as they get.

Apple Strudel
Served with a creamy vanilla sauce, a piece of Apple Strudel makes the perfect dessert.

Beer and Snack Food:

If a German meal isn't for you, don't worry! Check out 'Cafe Americana', located at the Outdoor Beer Garden. Cafe Americana features 1/2 lb. Hamburgers & Cheeseburgers, Monster Nachos, Chicken Strips, Fries, Onion Rings and assorted tasty treats!