What a wonderful place to visit, drink beer, eat delicious food and enjoy time with the ones you love! The drive is worth it. Winding roads through woods up the mountain. Lots of parking was available and of course best time to go is off season. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had our choice of tables. Inside, out on the patio or in a sort of sunroom that's air conditioned.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waitress was super friendly, professional and attentive to all our needs! We ordered a charcuterie board for starters and then a brat sampler with pork belly. All the food was delicious! They have the best beer. Something for everyone. We definitely enjoyed the trails through the woods to get up to the coffee shop and visit with the cows! This place is a must visit whenever we are in Vermont! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice looking cabin like space with expansive space, large outdoor area with cornhole.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was cold and bland. Austrian food is not generally at the pinnacle of the food game, however the schnitzel tasted like reheated bugerking chicken sandwich and the French fries came out cold. The beer is solid and trialed a number on tap. I would not come here for the food. The waitstaff is all very friendly and courteous. They are understaffed like the rest of the Von trap premises. The waitress was fantastic despite having to cover the entire place. Nice space but dated. Friendly staff. Bland food. Don't come here for the food, but do come for the above average beer. read more

My family and I came here for lunch during our recent visit to Stowe. My wife is a big fan of The Sound of Music, so visiting this bierhall was high on her list of places to try in Vermont. We had a 1:00pm. reservation, and when we arrived, the restaurant was packed. Despite how busy it was, we were seated promptly and requested a table outside, which made for a great dining experience. Our server took our drink orders, and my wife had a Dunkel while I ordered a Helles. Both beers were excellent. We placed our food order, and everything came out surprisingly fast. My youngest son ordered the burger with spaetzle, and my oldest had the mushroom stroganoff. They both finished their meals without a single complaint. My wife ordered the bratwurst sandwich with a side of spaetzle, and I had the chicken schnitzel. Everything was flavorful, well prepared, and satisfying. Overall, we had a great experience. Between the friendly service, the lively atmosphere, and the delicious food and beer, this is definitely a place I'd return to. The menu has plenty of items I'd love to try the next time we're back in Stowe. read more

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Loved this historic brewery. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is huge, with plenty of indoor seating, a beautiful sunroom filled with windows, and outdoor seating as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It did feel like we were in The Sound of Music! The menu is on the smaller side and doesn't offer many dietary accommodations, but they were able to provide gluten-free crackers with the cheese plate. He even brought an extra serving of crackers for us. I also ordered an iceberg salad, which came with a generous amount of dressing. I do wish there had been a gluten-free beer or cider option available, as that would have made the experience even better. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, a really charming spot with great atmosphere and historic character.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is a beautiful lodge-style bierhall with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, making it the perfect place to relax after a day of hiking.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The servers were friendly and welcoming, and the food was excellent. The salmon with roasted vegetables and farro was the standout of the meal, and the zucchini fritters were superb. Great atmosphere, delicious food, and good beer. A highly recommend stopping when in Stowe! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Spacious, super nice surroundings and very high ceilings make for a great place to stop sample some beers and catch your breath from nearby hiking.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My favorite: DUNKEL. You may get some inspiration to start yodeling while you are on the property.... read more

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Our first time coming to Stowe and it did not disappoint! This establishment was in our list to visit. My family and I came Memorial Day Weekend. At first, we tried to get reservations for Sunday evening but it didn't workout out. We tried again the following afternoon and were able to get a reservation for lunch. Staff was very friendly. Food was delicious and plentiful -- family style meal portions to share and there was a great selection of beer that we enjoyed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the vibe of the place when we first walked in[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and loved reading up on the history of the Von Trapps. We are very much looking forward to our next trip up! read more

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Beautiful restaurant! It was so lovely to spend the evening here and have dinner. Husband enjoyed the bratwurst entrée. I ordered the pulled pork with the sauerkraut. Everything was excellent. Beers were great as well. Our waitress was sweet. Looking forward to the history tour and learning more about this incredible place. read more

Exceptional Brewery, Exceptional Beer, Exceptional Food! The finest European beers is the USA! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Gorgeous brew hall and restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is 5 Star! The Charcuterie is "Top Tier" with all the finest meats, cheeses, olives, etc. The brats and the pork belly are phenomenal. Great care was taken to seat us and explain menu options. My Highest Recommendation! read more

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Love this place! Great for people of all ages. I love their beer selection and also the history of this place. Food is also pretty good. They have a great salad and good burgers as well read more

We tour the guided tour of the brewery thru the resort which was excellent. Stayed for dinner which was awesome and very reasonably priced. Liked it so much we went back again the next night and had another delicious meal. There were 6 of us and everyone totally was happy. Good service and great selection. And all the beers were really fresh and yummy. Wish I lived closer or I'd be there all the time!!! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]We really enjoyed our stop to the scenic Von Trapp estate and brewery. The view of the Green Mountains must be seen to fully appreciate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The brewery had the German euro feel to it with very good beers and full food menu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Bratwurst, schnitzel, sausage, and pretzels available. The dining area may require reservations but there is an observation deck for walk ins as well. Service was very friendly and helpful. Parking is very large. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Really cool brewery on top of a mountain with tons of food options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Free parking beer to go available. Food here is a solid choice in my opinion. read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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3.5 stars. Our family of 6 made reservations and were seated about 15 minutes after our booked time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting is absolutely beautiful, both inside and out, and the views really do make you feel like you've stepped into a Sound of Music scene.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We chose to sit outside on a perfect summer evening.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered a mix of dishes including a pretzel appetizer, kids burgers, salmon, bratwurst, chicken schnitzel, and apfelstrudel for dessert. Everything was fine overall, but not particularly memorable. As someone who grew up in Europe and has had schnitzel many many times in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, I was excited to try it here. I was a bit surprised and disappointed it wasn't served with fries, boiled or mashed potatoes (like it traditionally is served in Europe), but instead came over a mountain of sauerkraut with a fried egg and lingonberry dressing. Service, food, and drinks were all fine at best, but the real standout is definitely the setting. I'd come back, but more for drinks and appetizers , not a full meal read more

Good beer, great food (a little pricy), cool space. We had the salmon, which was very good, the burgers (on the smaller side), and a pretzel. Service was kind and quick, and we enjoyed the experience. read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - Burger with red cabbage (nobody liked the cabbage but Burger was good albeit small) - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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Great beer and tasty food. We stopped here on our way home after a ski trip and were glad we did. The beer selection is extensive; the food options not so much--lots of traditional German fare: schnitzel, kielbasa, etc. All good. But limited. My kids did fine here. The service was friendly and fast. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was awesome: soaring ceilings, huge windows, and lots of taxidermy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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Really enjoyed our meal here! This was our first stop upon arriving in Stowe on a snowy day, and it really was picturesque. The interior is open and spacious, but cozy. It has the perfect bier hall vibe. It was pretty quiet because it was an off time and due to the snow. I have been here when it's bustling. Service was friendly and fast. Their lagers are always great and pair perfectly with your food, whether you're having snacks or a meal. We shared a schnitzel style chicken sandwich with fries and fresh spatzle with roasted vegetables. We had a lot of great food on this trip, but this was one of my favorite meals. The chicken sandwich had great flavor and the chicken was crunchy without having too much breading. The fries were crisp and well seasoned. The spatzle was sooo soft and buttery and the mix of vegetables with the drizzle of balsamic glaze was the perfect balance. Highly recommend! read more

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Service was very good! They had a Pub Trivia which was a lot of fun! Food was good. The avert Cheese soup was delicious and perfect for a snowy night. The pretzel with mustard and beer cheese was SO YUMMY! The Brats were good. My husband and daughter both had one . My daughter was not impressed but my hubby liked his. The spaetzle was tasty as well. Nice atmosphere! The cider and beer of course were delish!! read more

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Let's talk experiences.. a brewery tour can be boring if you aren't into beer. But the Von Trapp Brewery has so much family history behind them (can I get a "the hills are alive" ) that this was an enjoyable tour. Set in the hills of Stowe, with beautiful views, you are immersed into a proud, strong, family run legacy. You start off in the event space that overlooks the entire brewery for some really stellar Birds Eye views of the space. Then they walk you through all the different areas explaining the process for famous Austrian beers. Standing next to the huge vats was super cool, as well as seeing the canning process. After the tour of the facility, we got to sample about 4 different beers. As someone who does not like beer, I was impressed that I liked one of the golden lagers, Helles! There is a restaurant attached, so we ate dinner there, to top off our Vermont Austria experience with some Bavarian food! If you are in the area, this is a must try! IG lentz_explore read more

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Maybe I'm a Sound of Music fangirl, but the only thing I ever knew about the town of Stowe is that the von Trapp family had a brewery there. I just kind of thought everyone knew this, but when I sent friends and family photos from the brewery, they were all surprised. So I'm here to tell you that Johannes von Trapp, the youngest and (as of 2025) last surviving child of Georg and Maria von Trapp, manages the Trapp family resort/brewery in Stowe, VT, where the family eventually settled in the 40s. Since we were staying in Burlington and had a free day, we decided to check out the brewery and Ben & Jerry's. The brewery is large and has lots of taxidermy to look at. The outdoor area was perfect for the sunny day. We each got a beer to try - I had the radler, which was less citrusy than I usually prefer, but refreshing. We didn't have any food, but it all sounded really delicious, with specialties like schnitzel, spaetzle, bratwurst, etc. They have a small gift shop that was full of some really cute items, and we all liked the logo - I was lucky enough to get some coasters as a free souvenir. So happy to have checked this one off my list. read more

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Lovely restaurant with quality food. We were seated in the solarium which gave us a nice view of outside. The food was excellent. Everything was expertly prepared and perfectly seasoned. They have a terrific selection of beers and a few wines. Our waitress was missing in action for a period of time but I think they were understaffed. She was fabulous when we had her attention and we weren't left without anything for too long. I think if you are visiting the Von Trapp Lodge, the Bierhall is worth a visit more than their main dining hall. All of the best offerings can be found here. read more

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We really enjoyed our visit to the bierhall. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful facility.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat in the atrium area which offers pretty views of the property.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We really enjoyed the beer and the food. We did the cheese board appetizer and the bratwurst appetizer. Delicious. The service was super. The beer selection is good. Definitely recommend a stop by. read more

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Von Trapp Brewing is everything you look for when you are looking for good food, excellent drinks, and a nice atmosphere. First, you can't ask more from the location. The scenery is amazing. They have an awesome outdoor area as well as an indoor dining and bar area. Whether you are here with a small party or a giant group, they can easily accommodate your needs. The food was excellent. We began with their pretzels. The two were gone in seconds. We also ordered the following: Deer Braised Pull Pork, Johannesburger, Grilled Bratwurst Sandwich, and Chicken Fingers. Everything was delicious. I also ordered an amber ale beer (Vienna). I'm hoping that this is available at home. It hit the spot. The bartender who helped us out was great. He was very attentive. Everyone, from the host to the other employees were very helpful. Vonn Trapp Brewing is a must when you visit Stowe, Vermont. read more

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Despite MANY empty tables, we had to wait until the time of our reservation. I think it's to stagger seating for the kitchen & waitstaff? But it was a bit weird... The pretzel appetizer was disappointing- they were out of pub cheese and the pretzels were a little overcooked and did not have enough salt. The mains made up for it though. Everything was seasoned fantastically - the fries, schnitzel, spaetzle & chicken fingers. The schnitzel was super thin & crisp. Kids' chicken fingers were great - really good sized portion and the chicken was super crispy on the outside, but moist on the inside. Service overall is not amazing - it all seemed disorganized. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The trash in both bathrooms was overflowing, and the men's room was out of toilet paper and soap.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I wouldn't rush back, but the outside ambiance seemed nice - live music and great views.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The last time I came to Vermont the brewery was just opening so we had only taken a tour of it but now we have the whole bierhall! So cool![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My family has a share of the guest houses at Trapp so we decided to come to the hall for dinner and trivia on Thursday night. Omg we had the best time!! Not only did we win but we had a great meal. Our friends enjoyed the wine and beer offerings and they had a black bean burger and a few other vegetarian options for us. The food was ok but you're really paying for the ambiance and environment I think. The pretzel with the mustards was the best! I'll def be coming back :) our server was literally the nicest kid ever too! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The facility and vibe is beautiful here, especially on a snowy afternoon![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The employees were friendly and quick and the food and beer were really good. They have a nice selection of both and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the place is large enough where it never feels uncomfortably crowded.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely return on my next trip to VT! read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

We stopped here for lunch and the host was very good, fast, friendly, and personable. The food was underwhelming and the server even more so. The beer selection was good and the beer that we tried was quite good. The maple lemonade was excellent. The charcuterie board was quite disappointing for the price. We could not recommend this place, but I know it will remain a very busy business. read more

Really enjoyed: ambiance of eating outside on the patio with great views. Spätzle was so good- crispy on the outside and well-seasoned. Bauernwurst was unexpectedly great (I got it because they were out of brats, and I liked it even better- it had a slight spiciness!) Not a fan: the soft pretzels were pretty dry and bland. Especially disappointing because the pretzel bun for the sausage was excellent! Just ok- service- seemed pretty disinterested. Make sure to put the restaurant into your GPS or follow signs for the restaurant and not the lodge, which is on a different road. read more

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I liked this place. I wanted to sit outside but it was a little chilly and outside mainly had marquees covering the seating. The beer was really well made, was nice to have a choice of European style beers - my husband would have loved the dark lager but they didn't have it that time of year. Service was ok. Food was a little overpriced, $5 to add beer cheese to the pretzel and a tiny little dish of it! Gift shop was of course overpriced as well. However well made beer. read more

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10/9/25 My husband, and I were traveling through Vermont on our way to Maine and made a stop at this brewery. I've known nothing about this gem until I went inside and realized this is the family behind the movie? "Sound of music." I kind of was in shock, but in a good way, I kept reading more of the book they had on display in the gift shop, very interesting book indeed. We didn't stay for food, as we just came to try out the beers on tap. They don't offer flights so we ordered a variety to be able to try some. The brewery is quite large and lively. They do allow pets outside with their picnic tables. Although the ground is mainly gravel, so not perfect for pets paws, but their tables make for a good environment. It took a while to get our beers, but they were tasty and worth the wait. It was such a unique experience and we hope to return again in the future, next time to enjoy their food. read more

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Made a reservation but ended up sitting at the bar -- glad we did! Cute entry and a fun atmosphere. I had a Kölsch and a cider -- both generous pours. We were just snacking, so we ordered the pretzels (definitely get the beer cheese -- both mustards are delicious too) and the bratwurst appetizer. The sauerkraut was hands down the best I've ever had. read more

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A funny place to visit. We stopped by for a light lunch. The restaurant is very popular but minimalist furniture except for the dead wild animal decorations on the walls. Lines can be long. There's indoor, atrium and outdoor dining. The second floor observation deck leads to a view of the facility beer making vats. It looks like it's also the place for large group parties. We tried the brat which came with a delish roll and brat and a side order of spatzle. The spatzel was nicely cooked but over salted. My cheddar ale soup was Ok, tad too spicy and bland. After lunch, we drove a mile down to the resort, visited the tiny gift shop and walked to the Scottish highland cattle grazing. read more

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This place is huge and the surrounding area is gorgeous. The service was great. I sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive and friendly. He recommended the dish I had and the food was really good. The pickles were super juicy, the flavor on the meat was fantastic and I added some of the mustard they offer. It was all super filling too. read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

The good, the bad, and the ugly Beer - fine beer, had the 75th anniversary natural helles. Very good beer, beautiful body, natural carbonation, excellent nose. Other drinks - the bar doesn't serve anything other than beer and wine. No mulled wine or hot totties available!! Come on, you're next to Stowe! Making a warm apres ski drink is almost required! Food - appalling. Fritters - Consistently burned fritters made we wonder if the fry cook just doesn't know any better? They should be removed when they are medium brown. If you forget them, DON'T serve and try again! Radish salad - nice radishes but the dressing was absent. One of the points of a salad is to provide a counter to the flavors in the entree...add more or include an additional portion of dressing. Chicken Schnitzel- first, use pork instead, it's easier, cheaper and better. But, if you're using chicken don't overcook it! It'll be dry and a poor representation of a famous abs popular dish. read more

We really enjoyed our time here!! I would def say make a resy cause they get super packed and busy! We had a couple people in front of us who asked for a table and they were told it was going to be a 2 hour wait. Sooo def make a resy. We got to sit outside which was great cause the weather was amazing and honestly the views were super nice. I opted to get the chicken schnitzel while hubby got the brat platter. Both were very good and it was def a good amount of food! We also got the pretzel and queso to start and that was tasty as well. After our meal, we checked out the gift shop which is connected to the restaurant. Von Trapp is such a huge property so after we ate, we hung out around the area just taking in nature. Afterwards, we hopped in our car and just drove around to see other parts of the property. I would def recommend this if you're in the area! read more

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I've been here several times since I stay at the Trapp Family Lodge every summer, but I have to stay my most recent visit to the Bierhall was really impressive. First, the atmosphere of this place is really special. Inside is a new, open, modern bierhall, with beautiful outdoor seating available. The food is always good, but this year it was amazing. We had the pretzels with beer cheese (a must-try) then me and my friends all had the chicken schnitzel sandwich... delicious! The chicken was tender and good quality, with a slaw and a sweet mayo on top. We all devoured our food! read more

Von Trapp Bierhall delivers on every level. The food is hearty, well executed, and exactly what you want after a day in the mountains. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without being overbearing. Add in the warm, alpine ambience with incredible views, and it's an easy place to linger longer than planned. A must-stop in Stowe. read more

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The food was very enjoyable! [[HIGHLIGHT]]A unique experience and good location with lots of natural lighting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server seemed a bit less than pleased with her job, but she was pleasant enough. The food was fairly priced and certainly hit the spot. I will definitely want to return and try some other dishes. read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - The chicken sandwich (schnitzel style) and the sauerkraut side - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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We stayed at the Trapp Family Lodge for 3 nights so we actually visited the Bierhall twice! Once for dinner and once for lunch. For dinner we sat outside, as they have a great sitting area if the weather is nice. We saw white cheddar soup on the menu and knew we had to have some. What a great decision it was to order it. I would've never thought to put green onions on top but it fabulously complimented it! The server was so nice and made some great suggestions about the menu! I ordered the beer braised pulled pork sandwich! It was fantastic and different than what your typical pulled pork sandwich is like. My mom got the chicken schnitzel sandwich and also really enjoyed it. For lunch, we decided to keep it simple. We ordered the pretzels and beer cheese to share along with the charcuterie plate. If you're not super hungry and/or not looking to get too full, sharing these two items between two people is the perfect amount! read more

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Excellent experience all around yesterday. We had a reservation and were seated right away. Highly recommend - it's a busy place! Our waiter (my apologies, I forgot his name! Tall and bald, if that is helpful) was attentive and had a great sense of humor. He noticed little things...it was our son's college graduation and daughter's birthday, we had brought them each a gift. He offered to bring them a chair to put them on so they weren't awkwardly on the table. The food was really delicious. We got a pretzel app that I did not try. Only complaint about that is that you have to pay $5.00 extra for a small amount of bier cheese, most places that comes standard. The bratwurst appetizer and accompanying tomato salad was flavorful. My family each got a chicken schnitzel sandwich. They enjoyed theirs a lot. I got the roasted vegetable spaetzle and it was honestly one of the best things I've ever tasted. My daughter tried a bite and agreed. Between the 4 of us, We got each of the 3 desserts. The raspberry shortbread was the clear favorite. They each had a different beer, I had the maple lemonade. All were great. While it was rainy, and we didn't get to enjoy them, the grounds looked beautiful. Honestly, the only thing we didn't love, (and it's personal preference), is the creepy dead taxidermy animals everywhere. They threw off the vibe and don't really add anything. We overheard two other parties say similar things. The sconces and lighting were beautiful. Maybe something to consider if they ever redecorate? read more

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