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Ditch the pig knuckles and the blood sausages – there are some new stars in town this Wiesn Season and they’re not wearing lederhosen. Yes we are talking about all the amazing Oktoberfest vegan offerings!
Every year, the Wiesn gets friendlier for plant-based eaters. In 2025, you don’t have to survive on just bread and beer (although honestly, both slap). There are a number of plant based delights to drool over this year – so we’ve rounded up a few of our faves.
From full vegan menus in major tents to creative street snacks, here’s your ultimate guide to going vegan at Oktoberfest.
Quick Facts: Oktoberfest Vegan Tips 2025
- Every large tent now offers at least one vegan main dish.
- Classic Bavarian staples (pretzels, sauerkraut, roasted chestnuts) = naturally vegan.
- The Ochsenbraterei surprisingly has the largest vegan menu of all the tents.
- Oide Wiesn is a hidden gem for veg-friendly comfort food.
- Always check labels — some dishes use butter, lard, or cream by default.
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Oktoberfest Drinks: What’s Vegan-Friendly?
- Cream liqueurs or egg-based cocktails — skip those.
- Beer: All Munich beers brewed for Oktoberfest (Spaten, Paulaner, Augustiner, Hacker-Pschorr, Löwenbräu, Hofbräu) are vegan-friendly by purity law (Reinheitsgebot).
- Wine & Sekt: Mostly vegan-friendly (Weinzelt is your best bet).
The Best Vegan-Friendly Tents in 2025
Schottenhamel
Schottenhamel is the oldest, and arguably the most significant tent of Wiesn – aside from the innagural first keg tap host, it also offers:
- Kartoffelpuffer (a fluffy potato waffle served with a herby mushroom ragout)
💚 Why we love it: A cozy and filling modern mix on a traditional treat.
Hacker-Festzelt
Known as “Heaven of the Bavarians” for its dreamy painted ceiling, Hacker-Festzelt now serves:
- Vegan kasespatzle (made with cashew-based “cheese”)
- Beetroot carpaccio with pumpkin seeds
💚 Why we love it: A traditional tent with modern food upgrades.
Augustiner Festhalle
Munich’s oldest brewery tent has added vegan options like:
- Vegan schnitzel
- Pretzel dumplings with mushroom sauce
💚 Why we love it: They still tap from wooden kegs, but now they’ve modernized the menu too.
Ochsenbraterei (Spaten)
Ironically, the tent famous for roasting whole oxen also leads the vegan game. Alongside their iconic rotisserie, you’ll find:
- Vegan spaetzle with fried onions
- Seasonal veggie platters
- Bavarian-style lentil stew
💚 Why we love it: A huge vegan menu, and they’re vocal about sustainability.
Weinzelt (Nymphenburger Sekt)
Wine lovers, rejoice! Beyond their Rieslings and sparkling wines, Weinzelt has a flexitarian-friendly menu with several vegan picks:
- Stuffed peppers with rice
- Roasted veggie skewers
- Fresh bread with hummus and dips
💚 Why we love it: A slower pace than beer tents — perfect for a vegan date night.
Festzelt Tradition (Oide Wiesn)
At the nostalgic Oide Wiesn, you’ll find old-world charm — and surprisingly good plant-based eats:
- Vegan dumplings with mushroom ragout
- Hearty vegetable soups
- Stone stein beer (because authenticity tastes better).
Street Food & Snacks for Vegans
Even if you can’t get into a tent, Oktoberfest street stalls are a vegan treasure trove:
- Roasted almonds & nuts (Gebrannte Mandeln)
- Candied fruit skewers
- Kartoffelpuffer (potato pancakes) — check if fried in veg oil
- Steckerlfisch alternative — some stalls now sell grilled veggie skewers instead of fish
- Chestnuts (Maroni) — roasted right in front of you
Favourite Oktoberfest Vegan Food By Tent
⚠️ Breaking News: lovers of a traditional Bavvy B (Bavarian Breakfast) need fear no longer – this staple würstchen which has long delighted locals is available to you in plant based form.
This beloved staple is best enjoyed with a Breze and a Weißbier in hand (even better if it’s before noon), and can start your Festzeit in the finest way.
Where to find it: Paulaner & Hofbräu
Vegan Goulash
We love spending time here in the old-timey traditional market and going nuts for the rides – but make sure you pop in to the Traditionzelt for a plate of potato Goulash – rich aromatics, savoury broth and tender tatties – it’s a match made in heaven.
And if you’re already in the thick of it and excited to party the day away in one of the bigger tents, Ochsenbraterei has a great one also!
Where to find it: Traditionzelt in Oide Wiesn and Ochsenbraterei
Veggie Strudel
Vegan Sausage
Don’t miss the action at Löwenbräu – here you’ll find a comforting plate of savoury veggie strudel – honestly it’s got the dessert kind beat.
Think layers on layers of tomato and basil ragout , crispy thin crust, and a moreish topping of chanterelle mushrooms – we’re salivating now.
Where to find it: Löwenbräuzelt
Vegan Currywurst
The king of all Imbiss food – if you’ve got a hankering for a plant based Curry wurst, then Paulaner has got your back.
The vegan sausages are excellent (mit or ohne), and they come drenched in a vegan iteration of that sweet, tangy sauce you know and love – this is the perfect snack to spice up the festive zeit.
Where to find it: Winzerer Fähndl (Paulaner Garten); Steff’s Imbiss
Vegan Leberkäse
One of the most quintessential beer garden snacks – we’d recommend trying this vegan meatloaf from Franzls Leberkäs Speiserei (amongst all their other goodies) – it’s hearty, flavourful, and an incredibly popular sell out with the locals year after year.
Where to find it: Franzls Leberkäs Speiserei ( between Augustiner and Bräurosl)
Vegan Bratwurst
We wouldn’t be good Germans if we didn’t separate out our types of sausage (there are 3 sausage related dish categories on this list!) – but the humble, beloved Bratwurst definitely deserves it’s own spotlight.
Vegan versions of this quintessential sausage can be found all over Theresienwiese – we’ve rounded up a few spots for you.
Where to find it: Henrietta Dehner’s Stand (Wirtsbudenstraße 127), Bratwurst Hut (outside Schottenhamel)
Vegan Flammkuchen
Flammkuchen, also known as “Flame Cake” or “Tarte Flambée,” is a traditional Alsatian dish from the northeastern region of France, close to the German border.
It shares some similarities with pizza but has its unique characteristics – it’s perfect for sharing with pals, and the vegan topping options at Kaiserchmarrn are sure to delight you.
Where to find it: Café Kaiserschmarrn
Vegan Soups And Stews
A bowl of something wintery and nourishing will often hit the spot (and lines the stomach) in a way the deep fryer does not.
There are lots of places to find a bowl packed full of nutrients and vitamins – we’d recommend trying for a Gulaschkanone.
Where to find it: Gulaschkanone (by the Löwenbräu tent)
Non-Bavarian Vegan Bites
If you’re tiring of traditional treats undergoing the plant based revolution, we highly recommend you park up at Kuffler’s Winezelt to tickle your tastebuds with curries, soups, and salads packed with gourmet ingredients – or perusing the extensive offerings in the Zum Stiftl marquee
Where to find it: Kuffler’s Winezelt, Zum Stiftl
Final Prost & Insider Oktoberfest Vegan Tips
- Family Days (Tuesdays): Better deals = more affordable vegan sampling.
- Ask about butter & lard: Some veggie dishes default to butter — most kitchens can swap.
- Bring cash: Some stalls still don’t take cards, especially the smaller veggie ones.
- Look for “Vegan” signage: Many tents now proudly label dishes in English and German.
Going vegan at Oktoberfest 2025 is easier (and tastier) than ever. Whether you’re tucking into spaetzle at Ochsenbraterei, sipping wine at Weinzelt, or munching roasted almonds under the Bavaria statue, you’ll find plenty of plant-based options.
FAQ Section
Is Oktoberfest vegan-friendly?
Yes. Every large tent now offers at least one vegan option, and many stalls have plant-based snacks.
Which Oktoberfest tent has the best vegan food?
Ochsenbraterei has the largest vegan menu, followed by Weinzelt and Festzelt Tradition.
Are Oktoberfest beers vegan?
Yes, all Munich beers brewed for Oktoberfest follow the Reinheitsgebot (purity law) and are vegan-friendly.
What vegan street foods can I eat?
Roasted nuts, candied fruits, potato pancakes, chestnuts, and veggie skewers.
Can I find vegan dessert at Oktoberfest?
Yes! Look for candied apples, chocolate-dipped fruit, and roasted almonds
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