Fall is here in New Jersey, and with it comes so many amazing things: the return of sweater wear, pleasantly crisp weather, colorful changing leaves, the general mystique of Halloween … and one other fun little holiday. We’re of course talking about Oktoberfest, a German celebration that’s possible to enjoy stateside, too.
But how to celebrate the European holiday in New Jersey? Well, the best way is to visit a German biergarten or beer hall. There, you can nosh on pretzels, sample authentic German beer, and revel in the community atmosphere. Luckily, there are several amazing options in New Jersey. Here are some of the best ones to try out this Oktoberfest:
- Pilsener Haus
Pilsener Haus OK, fine, this is technically Austrian/Hungarian food. Still, this Hoboken beer garden offers Oktoberfest vibes.
- Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten
John Maurceri/Google Local Located in Asbury Park, this massive biergarten is perfect for big event and parties.
- Zeppelin Hall
Zeppelin Hall This Jersey City biergarten is a proper party on weekend nights with live music.
- The Biergarten - Atlantic City
Becky Clark/Google LOCAL Look at the massive pretzels you’ll find at this German-themed eatery. We think it speaks for itself.
- Redd’s Biergarten Newark
Redd’s Biergarten Newark/Facebook This traditional biergarten offers massive communal tables, plenty of space, and delicious German beers and treats.
- Redds Biergarten New Brunswick
Redds Biergarten Newark/google Local Newark too far for you? Don’t worry, Redds Biergarten has a wing in New Brunswick!
- Hudson Hall
Hudson Hall/Facebook Again, this Jersey City beer hall isn’t strictly German. It has Eastern European overtones, but it still does the trick for an Oktoberfest celebration!
So, which New Jersey beer hall will you celebrate Oktoberfest at? We don’t think you can go wrong with any of these choices!
Pilsener Haus
OK, fine, this is technically Austrian/Hungarian food. Still, this Hoboken beer garden offers Oktoberfest vibes.
John Maurceri/Google Local
Located in Asbury Park, this massive biergarten is perfect for big event and parties.
Zeppelin Hall
This Jersey City biergarten is a proper party on weekend nights with live music.
Becky Clark/Google LOCAL
Look at the massive pretzels you’ll find at this German-themed eatery. We think it speaks for itself.
Redd’s Biergarten Newark/Facebook
This traditional biergarten offers massive communal tables, plenty of space, and delicious German beers and treats.
Redds Biergarten Newark/google Local
Newark too far for you? Don’t worry, Redds Biergarten has a wing in New Brunswick!
Hudson Hall/Facebook
Again, this Jersey City beer hall isn’t strictly German. It has Eastern European overtones, but it still does the trick for an Oktoberfest celebration!
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Address: Redd’s Biergarten, 220 Market Street, 37 Edison Pl, Newark, NJ 07102, USAAddress: Redd’s Biergarten, 5 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USAAddress: Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten, 527 Lake Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712, USAAddress: Hudson Hall, 364 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USAAddress: Zeppelin Hall Beer Garden, 88 Liberty View Dr., Jersey City, NJ 07302, USAAddress: Pilsener Haus & Biergarten, 1422 Grand St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USAAddress: The Biergarten Atlantic City, 2701 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA
