While on vacation, we came to Epcot several times. One of the places we love is Germany. We came to the Sommerfest several times during the week. Bratwurst with the sauerkraut was amazing!!! The Pretzels were fresh and tasty. The one thing I loved more than anything was the grapefruit beer. It was amazing!!! When not in the mood for a pricy big dinner, this is a good place to come. At times nothing beats a cold beer and a hot dog. read more

The bratwurst is a little better than one-star. Consistency is not typical of bratwurst. Fkavor has hints of bratwurst, but is missing a more richer flavor. Based solely on the bratwurst, save your money and but two gingerbread milk shakes next to Test Track. I enjoy the Bietharten, but Sommerfest might as well close. No added value from the bratwurst. read more

Sommerfest is not bad for a quick service (dining plan) option, if you like sausages. I went with the bratwurst, which comes on a roll with sauerkraut. The bratwurst itself was good. Not too salty like most theme park food tends to be. The bread was pretty chewy though. It was almost hard to eat. Good thing we got some German beers to wash it all down! I ordered the Altenmünster Oktoberfest while my Dad ordered the Radeberger Pilsner. Both tasted refreshing and not too dark. (but then again, I like super dark beers so the Oktoberfest might be too much for some people). For $4 more, you could get the beer in a souvenir mug. But when I saw it was just a cheapo plastic one, I opted out of it. Finally, for dessert, there weren't many options. It was either apple strudel with vanilla sauce or a black forest cake. All four of us went with the apple strudel, which now looking back, I don't know why we did that. We should have done two and two. (Oh well - should have, would have, could have). It had way too much vanilla sauce on it to the point where the strudel was drenched in it. It also had raisins, which I'm not a fan of so as you can tell, this dessert was definitely not the best I've ever had. I probably wouldn't come back here if I visit EPCOT again, but that's mainly because would eventually like to try all the food from each of the countries. The only reason I would come back would be for the beer! read more

Unbelievable. This place is just amazing. In a theme park that is known for its delicious food, this place stands out. If you're on the Disney dining plan, you won't get a better quick service meal in Epcot than this place. First, you get a choice of bratwurst or frankfurter. I picked the bratwurst, and it was juicy and flavorful. Then, you get a dessert. I cannot recommend the pretzel highly enough. Without question, this is the best pretzel I've had in my entire life. The dough was soft, fresh, warm and incredibly delicious. If you go to Epcot, this place is a must-visit. What a pleasant surprise this was. read more

Sommerfest - Delicious brats - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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I had heard they had some good potato salad from this youtube channel I watch so I had to try it out for myself. The potato's weren't the type of cooked I like but I suppose they make them differently in Germany. But it was a nice snack in the end. I had someone in my group try the bratwurst and they loved it! My parents also love the bratwurst from this quick service. So I do insist you get that the next time you come here. It came with chips which were a good side. I just wish it had french fries instead. Outside they have a couple tables out for you to sit on, sometimes you might have to camp out to get a chair but for the most part, you can eat and walk if you'd like. Very clean and organized quick stop. And they have a grapefruit schofferhofer which is so refreshing!! Always get that when i'm in the Germany Pavillion. read more

Sommerfest - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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Not too busy for a Saturday afternoon. I wanted a Dunkel, but this location didn't have it. The bratwurst was $10.99. Everything about it tasted fresh. The bread wasn't stale and the sauerkraut was warm. With the chips, it was a very filling meal. I added mustard which I highly recommend. The foot long hot dogs else where is a little bit of a better deal, but those aren't always nearby. I could eat this again for sure. read more

Sommerfest - Bratwurst - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

I tried my best to eat or drink my way around the world at Epcot. Unfortunately I didn't have enough days but I made it out to Germany. The people working here are super friendly. Since I wasn't familiar with German beer, I asked a bunch of questions and the person at the counter was nice enough to explain everything to me. I ended up going with the stein Oktoberfest and a bratwurst for good measures. The beer and bratwurst were good but nothing special. Perhaps it was because I was expecting so much that I ended up feeling that it was just ok. In the end, it's still worth coming just to try. Enjoy! read more

This used to be one of our favorite counter-service restaurants in WDW. It's still up there, but things have changed over the years. For starters, they went two years without putting out the Gouden's Mustard. That's just being cheap. it's back out as of this afternoon. Second, they used to put large hunks of baked ham in the sauerkraut they served with the bratwurst. Those days are long gone. But when they did this, it was absolutely exceptional! We like to blame Disney's "free-dining" plan. Give people free food, and cheapen it up at the same time. For those of us who don't indulge in the free-dining... we... we're penalized. it's still good. It's just not Exceptional like it used to be. read more

Sommerfest - pretzel, beer, bratwurst - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

This is my favorite stop on the eating tour around the world in Epcot. I always stop by here to grab a bratwurst with sauerkraut and a good German beer, Altenmünster Oktoberfest. It's not the best I've had, but pretty decent for an amusement park. Seating is pretty limited, so I usually eat standing up. read more

Sommerfest - bratwurst with sauerkraut and an Altenmünster Oktoberfest beer - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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Five stars. Closest thing to going to the real Oktoberfest in Germany that I can get to. I enjoyed the sausages and the dessert. The beer, oh my, it was fantastic! The fireworks show right after dinner here was a real treat too & made the meal exceptional. read more

Sommerfest - Sommerfest - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Great quick service place to get your German craving on! Hubby use to love getting the Bratwurst, but ever since the new Currywurst appeared, it totally reminds him of his birthplace! Sliced up bratwurst smothered in curry ketchup might not sound good but is definitely worth the try! Also comes with fresh chips with paprika tossed with it. Depending on when the chips are cooked, it could be really good or might be a bit stale. If you're at Epcot a lot and have yet to try it. Please do! This place is a little tucked away. Its right in front of the dine in restaurant which is all the way in the back of Germany. read more

Sommerfest - Curry wurst - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

I'm surprised myself in giving Sommerfest the perfect 5 but they really deserve it. The menu is simple but hey that just means those items have to be very good. We ordered a bratwurst to start and it was delicious. The roll was a bit large compared to the sausage but it was still a great roll. The sausage was not dry or overcooked at all as well. We then ate the frangipane peach tart and it was something else. It was delicious and not just a peach filling inside but a peach right on top. I really enjoyed it and hope it's there next time as well. The grapefruit Hefeweizen was actually a huge standout for my wife. Surprisingly maybe Germany is the can't miss land in Epcot for food and drinks. read more

Their Nudel Gratin is the best quick service meal on the planet.. Great value and absolutely delicious.. very shareable...love it!!! A must at EPCOT!!! Today I ordered the Bratwurst.. I haven't had it since 2011...used to be our favorite.. so very very disappointed.. the roll was hard as a rock and stale- very surprised at the quality... the wurst part ( no pun intended) was the Bratwurst.. unfortunately they were very slow not busy at all and the Brat must have been sitting there for hours- so overcooked it crumbled- it was horrible.. I know they have timers on their food and very specific times on how long the food can sit there . For $10.64 it was a complete waste of money.. I did throw it out but I did let them know and showed it to the cast member- she did say a few guests had complained and offered me potato salad.. I always order the Nudel Gratin and I have never never been disappointed.. It was just so very hot this afternoon I couldn't see myself eating such a rich and heavy dish,, I did let customer service know so they could let the leaders know to check on their timing and food quality..today was just not my day.. I decided to try a few new things and was disappointed.. read more

I wanted a German beer, but the line at the outside stand was quite long. Since Mom doesn't drink, and was already giving me the glare for even wanting a beer, I wasn't going to force her to wait in an unnecessary line. Service inside was super quick, even with only one open register. I wasn't sure which beer I wanted so I asked the cashier for her suggestion. Once I told her I preferred paler beers, she insisted the Altenmünster Oktoberfest ($9) was just what I wanted. And she was right! We also came back later that day for the cold potato salad ($3.29, & DDP snack). I enjoyed a few bites of that for breakfast on our last day... very delicious! read more

Bratwurst: Good, but the black pepper was too strong for my little one, she had to douse it in ketchup to mask the spiciness. Frankfurter: Not spicy at all, but unfortunately completely consumed before the little one noticed the spiciness of the bratwurst. We got the sauerkraut on the side. It was really good, best part of the meal. I wish we got more. It was warm! read more

Bratwurst with kraut and an ice cold beer with a pretzel on the side....delish!!! I can't speak of the authenticity of the food here. It is Disneyworld we're talking about, but the Brat and the pretzel make for a pretty darn good snack. Probably the best on our tour of foods around the world, by way of Epcot. It's a must! read more

My husband and I stopped in for the Nudel gratin on our eating around the world adventure and it was delicious! I would definitely return for this decadent treat. A great portion for a snack credit if on the Disney dining plan. read more

Sommerfest - Nudel Gratin  Baked Macaroni with Cheese Custard $4.49 - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

If you've come to drink yourself silly around the world at Epcot then you need to come here. This is a much better option for those who don't want to spend the extra money on the Biergarten Buffet. This little stand is set up next to the Biergarten and features selections from the Buffet at individual prices. This is also the place to order a Jager shot. They have changed their beer selection recently and now you have a bit more selections. Mmm I love the smell of sauerkraut wafting through the air, both their frankfurter and bratwurst are served with sauerkraut on a roll and are a wonderful pairing with beer. Need something to help soak up some beer? Go with the Pretzel it's delicious. And for desert I can't figure out if I like the Apple Strudel or the Bavarian Cheesecake the best. Order both! All of this for prices that aren't really that bad and virtually no difference in price between lunch time and dinner time. Food ranges between 3.59 - 6.59 Drinks range between 3.00 - 7.50 read more

I'm not a huge beer drinker, so the four stars are for the hot pretzels. Yes, warm, salty pretzel goodness. Bigger than your head. They're amazing. read more

They now serve their brats with a split roll, brat on the side with saurkraut on the side too, so you can make it how you like it. Hubby likes them on the bottom, I like mine on the top. HEY! We're talking fixins here people, geez. read more

If you're gonna go to World Showcase in Epcot, you gotta order ethnic food. Pass up the burgers, pizza and fries and order yourself a bratwurst with kraut on a french roll. The German pretzel isn't bad either. The bratwurst and kraut were good, but the bread could have smaller and softer. This place was not as busy. 2 bratwursts and a pretzel for under $20 is a deal at Epcot! They even had German girls working there who barely understood English! Authentic! read more

Best Germany snacks and the best grapefruit beer. Very Octoberfest! Highly recommend. Simple menu so makes it easy to order & the line moves quick don't forget to stop by next door for the Carmel corn !!!!! read more

Visited march 2011 Not bad, not crazy good either, but an enjoyable quick service meal at epcot. I had bratwurst with saurkraut. The bun was not that good but the sausage tasted great with a cold german beer! read more

My sister and I wanted a quick bite before the fourth of July fireworks. I saw the suggestions for the nudel gratin (baked mac and cheese and definitely not the boxed kind!) the cold potato salad (romaine lettuce, red baby potatoes, eggs, and homemade mayo-like sauce) during my disney research so we definitely ordered these. They were so good that unfortunately we realized we forgot to take pictures :/ We finished our meal with caramel popcorn at karamel-kuche (near to sommerfest) so we were thankful that we didn't order a large meal there. One con about the place is that there is only outside seating for Sommerfest so it may not be accommodating for families. Also when my sister and I went it was sprinkling...can't blame the restaurant for the weather "^^ read more

We had some beers and pretzels which turned out to be a perfect little snack stop in Germany. I got the Octoberfest-style beer and it was just what I needed on a hot summer day!! read more

Great little place to pick up food and beer without much of a wait! I got the Nudel Gratin, which was a HUGE portion for under $4. The staff was very friendly, and explained everything on the menu. The Nudel Gratin was pretty fantastic, it was creamy and rich. Very cheesy! The one thing that I will say is that the seating is outdoors, and kind of covered in a way where the seating are gets especially hot/humid. We had to find another place, it was too uncomfortable to sit there! read more

I was born in Germany and I love going to the German Pavilion in EPCOT to get some of the tasty treats that they have to remind me of my birth place. Recently they added a new dish - Currywurst. This is amazing!! I love the new addition. It brings me back to my childhood of eating it in Berlin. It's basically a bratwurst sliced up and topped with a curry ketchup. There's nothing like it here in the states and is a must try for anyone wanting to try something from Germany. Pair it up with an Oktoberfest beer and you're good to go. The quick service is tucked away in the back of the German Pavilion right next to the Biergarten Restaurant. read more

This place was great. We had a dining plan and hubby had the great idea of running in and asking if a soft pretzel would count as a snack. To my surprise it did. We got a huge pretzel, large coke and mustard and only used to snacks to get it. We went outside and sat in the garden area and watched the clocks with the little statues coming out and enjoyed our yummy food. This is a most stop if you are in Epcot. An a great people watching spot. read more

I really enjoyed the food here. I'm a finicky eater and did some homework prior to visiting Epcot and so I knew this place is the one I wanted to try. It exceeded my expectations. I tried the Bratwurst (without sauerkraut) and paprika chips along with the Nudel Gratin (mac and cheese). The Bratwurst has excellent flavoring and is better than I recall ever getting at say a ballpark. Some may think it looks small, but it's the typical size with the bun being notably large. The chips were fine, but I was too enamored with the bratwurst to really remember anything much about them. Then came the Nudel Gratin. My friend had already been eating hers and said it was really good. She was on the money with that assessment. Don't expect any crazy flavor, but it still hit the spot. Have to mention the service as well. Everyone was nice and pleasant and it was already mid afternoon. I got a free Black Forest Cake since I spoke a little German and have a credit card with a German flag on it. The Black Forest Cake wasn't very good if you ask me, so I'd try the Strudel instead, but it's the thought that counts. If I'm ever back at Epcot this will be a must have meal for me. read more

We ate here to get a quick snack during the day. We got two pretzels. The pretzels were soft - but pretty dry and hard to eat. A good quick bite, but nothing special that I would come back to. read more

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A bit less salty that the authentic offerings. Great for a quick stop. All the sausages are tasty, but the bread is a bit flaky and can get messy. The bread is dry, so grab some German suds. The cast members here are happy to converse in German with you, and are regular people who are proud of their culture. This is the best spot in the park to pick up a traditional salted pretzel since the lager beers are a good match. The tables can get crowded during peak seasons, but the food is made for being on the run. Try coming here during January or February, it's a nice quiet get away spot in the park. read more

I've only been here once, but the line is always long so perhaps there is something to be said about that. The brat I shared with a friend was good and the sauerkraut was not too spicy, so we both enjoyed it. German food has miler flavors overall, so if you want something super tasty and spiced, this is not the place for you. Otherwise, give it a try. They have a selection of beer too, though I didn't try any. read more

Sommerfest - Bratwurst, sauerkraut & roll - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

I usually like light beers and heard that the pink grapefruit hefeweizen is a must try! The beer is more of a summer beer but it was super good!!! It tasted light and sweet and almost tropical! We ordered a bratwurst along with the beer and it was a good combination! read more

Sommerfest - Pink grapefruit hefeweizen and bratwurst w/ sauerkraut on the side! - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

If you're ready for something authentic, I'd steer clear. I didn't think you could mess up something as simple and beautiful as a bratwurst but I guess this place has managed to. The bread is just a cold roll. Honestly for $10.99, I expected at LEAST a toasted bun. The bun also fell apart immediately. The sauerkraut is lacking in flavor. The brat itself was decent but again, how do you mess one up? The condiments they offer are spicy mustard, mustard and ketchup. The paprika chips were a nice touch but it was the most flavorful part of the dish. read more

Went: 2:01 pm Thu Aug 13 2015 Ordered: Curry Wurst Chips and Nudel Gratin Cost: $13.94 U.S. I knew the three others I went with would not like German food in general, so I'm sure they would not be impressed with with a westernized interpretation of it, and I was right. Whenever I go to hot dog stands in Toronto, I go for the spicy Italian sausage, because previous purchases told me the other kinds lacked flavour and this sausage too lacked flavour. The currywurst chips were okay but tasted heavy and oily. The nudel gratin was average. The food had a fast food, processed vibe to it. Since it is inside Epcot, it is also over priced. Bottom line: The best German food I've had is only 3.5 Stars and this is far from that, 2.5 Stars. read more

Sommerfest - German Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Best pretzels in all of Walt Disney World. I'm dreaming of one with an 'octoberfest' brew right now. *sigh* read more

Best pretzel I have ever eaten. When I bit into it, I felt like this is what pretzels were supposed to taste like, and I'd been missing out my entire life. Now, wherever I go, other pretzels just can't match up. read more

Frankfurter or bratwurst? Those are basically your two choices. And I got to try both. The frankfurter is like an extra long hot dog. And I much prefer the brat, which is like a sausage and so much more flavorful. Stupid me, and I rode the Mission: Space ride right before eating here. So I was super nauseous and almost didn't get to enjoy these tasty dishes. I had to get a soda, which made me feel a bit better. And then I split both the frankfurter and the bratwurst with a friend. I think they both had sauerkraut, which I'm too much of a fan of, but I slathered them both ketchup and mustard and I was good to go. I remember the bun being really good too - like one of those French rolls. They also serve alcohol and some good-looking desserts as well. How it works is that you order at the cashier and then pick up your food at the counter. There was somewhat of a line but it moves along quickly. Then there's tables and chairs inside and out to sit and enjoy your food. I recommend outside since the courtyard has a pretty fountain and every hour or half hour or so the clock plays music and figurines come out to accompany it. It's a good alternative to the biergarten, which is an AYCE place next door, which I can imagine can be pricey and has a long wait. read more

If you're looking for the cheapest meal in Epcot and you're not picky, this is probably it. The bratwurst (about 3.5oz cooked, without the bun) is under $7 and comes with sauerkraut, and if you're vegetarian the news is even better: you can get a side of sauerkraut (I think it's sautéed in butter or oil) for only $1, and when I got two orders, they weighed in at around 6oz each. That's nearly half a pound of veggies for a buck! And yes, I did bring a scale so I could weigh food. You're welcome. read more

Second time here and still love it! Some of the best German food I've ever had. You have to realize though that the food here is very authentic. It's not going to be the German food that you are used to. The beers here are very good. The entertainment is always fun! This may be one of my favorite places to eat in all of Epcot! For a more thorough review, please see my previous! read more