OKTOBERFEST Celebrations Come to Venues in NYC and NJ

Oktoberfest comes to New York and New Jersey with celebrations at restaurants and bars that everyone can enjoy. The origins of Oktoberfest are from Germany when Crown Prince Ludwig, who later became King Ludwig I married Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen on October 12 of 1810. Many of the Citizens of Munich came to the festivities that were held in front of the city gates to celebrate the royal event. Now, people around the world gather to enjoy food, friends and fun in the early fall of the year.

We selected some of our favorite venues that are doing special menus and entertainment for Oktoberfest.

HandCraft Kitchen & Cocktails (NYC) Now through October 7, HandCraft is offering $5 Oktoberfest drafts; $10 Oktoberfest beer flights; and a $10 Oktoberfest beer and pretzel combo. HandCraft Kitchen & Cocktails brings excitement to the bar experience through an extensive craft beer list, fresh inventive cocktails made with hand-pressed juices and hand-cut ice, and elevated American comfort food. Visit: https://handcraftnyc.com/.

Treadwell Park (Now at 3 NYC Locations) All of their locations are now offering an exciting experience through October 14th celebrating the spirited tradition of Oktoberfest with gravity casks, live bands, and a beer passport around Germany. Treadwell Park is a favorite gathering place for all New Yorkers who enjoy the venue's comfort food, bar bites, ping-pong, table games, and a special reserve list of highly exclusive brews. Visit: http://treadwellpark.com/.

Heidelberg (NYC) This classic eatery is one of the oldest family-run German restaurants in the United States dating back over 100 years. Celebrating Oktoberfest through October 30, guests will enjoy the friendly atmosphere and their authentic fare. Visit: http://www.heidelberg-nyc.com/.

And in New Jersey:

AVENUE (Long Branch NJ) The restaurant has a weekly Thursday Burger Night Thursday Burger Night that features a new addition for Oktoberfest, Housemade Bratwurst and housemade sauerkraut on a brioche bun with French fries for just $9. Chef Josh Sauer is a charcuterie expert who learned the art of making sausage from his European grandparents. Pair the brat burger with a 12 oz. glass of Warsteiner Oktoberfest beer for just an extra $4. The special is available 3pm - close at the bar. In addition, Avenue's lunch menu will feature house made Bratwurst with sauerkraut over boiled potatoes throughout the month of October. Visit: http://www.leclubavenue.com/.

Halifax (Hoboken NJ) Chef Seadon Shouse and his team will also serve brats and beer for Oktoberfest. Brooklyn Brewery's Oktoberfest beer will be paired with a Bratwurst Sandwich (served on a brioche bun with house made sauerkraut and pickled mustard seeds) and potato wedges for just $15. They will also serve Oktoberfest-inspired specials on the dinner menu. Visit: http://www.halifaxhoboken.com/.

Zeppelin Hall (Jersey City, NJ) Now through October 14, the grand biergarten will transport you into the heart of Munich with a German inspired menu from Executive Chef Franco Robazetti featuring dishes such as Jaegermeister Chicken Schnitzel, golden crispy fried chicken schnitzel topped with mushroom sauce and blackened brussels sprouts for $15, Schweinshaxe, smoked crispy pork served with rosemary roasted red potatoes and winekraut for $14, and the Pretzilla, the biggest pretzel you'll ever see served with Obatzda cheese dip, Bavarian sweet mustard and honey mustard for $23.99. Von Trapp Oktoberfest Beer will be available as well. Visit: https://zeppelinhall.com/.

Photo Credit: Courtesy Treadwell Park

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