Restaurant
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Der Pschorr
A large Bavarian restaurant on Viktualienmarkt, named after brewer Joseph Pschorr, known for Hacker-Pschorr beer from wooden barrels and named regional meat suppliers.
At a glance
- Type
- Bavarian restaurant
- Area
- Altstadt, Munich, Germany
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- der-pschorr.de
Good to know
- Beer from wooden barrels
- Regional meat suppliers
- Market views
Why we recommend it
Der Pschorr stands on the edge of Viktualienmarkt and takes its name from Joseph Pschorr, one of the brewers who shaped Munich's beer history. It is a large Bavarian restaurant and a good choice for anyone who wants traditional dishes made with carefully sourced ingredients, close to the main sights.
Beer is taken seriously. The Hacker-Pschorr Edelhell, a pale lager, is tapped from wooden barrels, cooled with ice and poured into pre-chilled glasses, a traditional method that is worth seeking out. The kitchen names its suppliers: beef comes from the Murnau-Werdenfelser breed and regional farms including organic producers, game from a named hunter, poultry from a specialist poultry farm, and goat from an organic farm near Kempten in the Allgäu. That transparency is still unusual for a restaurant in such a busy tourist location.
The menu runs through the Bavarian classics. Expect pork knuckle, roast duck, lamb, Brotzeit platters of cold meats and cheese for sharing, and dumplings in several forms, and carp. Portions are substantial, and the Brotzeit boards work well as a lighter lunch or a snack between sights. The focus is clearly on meat, so vegetarians may find the choice limited.
The restaurant opens daily: from 11:00 from Sunday to Friday and from 10:00 on Saturdays and public holidays. Special hours apply over Christmas and New Year, and it is closed on 25 December. Booking is a good idea for dinner and at weekends, as the dining rooms are popular with both locals and visitors, and Saturday lunchtimes, when the market is at its busiest, fill up quickly.
Der Pschorr suits families, groups and anyone wanting a sit-down Bavarian meal after browsing the market. It is a short walk from Marienplatz and Isartor stations, and St. Peter's Church, the Weisses Bräuhaus and the Hofbräuhaus are all within a few minutes. Combine an early lunch here with a climb up the tower of St. Peter's, or finish a market visit with a glass of beer from the wood. Viktualienmarkt itself is closed on Sundays, so come on a weekday or Saturday if you want to browse the stalls as well.
Der Pschorr FAQs
When is Der Pschorr open?
Daily from 11:00 Sunday to Friday and from 10:00 on Saturdays and public holidays. It is closed on 25 December.
What beer is served?
Hacker-Pschorr Edelhell, tapped from wooden barrels, cooled with ice and served in pre-chilled glasses.
Where does the meat come from?
The restaurant names its suppliers, including Murnau-Werdenfelser beef from regional farms, game from a named hunter and organic goat from near Kempten.
What should I order?
Bavarian classics such as pork knuckle, roast duck, lamb or a Brotzeit platter to share.
Do I need to book?
It is recommended for dinner and at weekends.
Is Der Pschorr good for families?
Yes. It is a large, sit-down restaurant close to the market, and Brotzeit boards are easy to share.
Where is Der Pschorr?
At Viktualienmarkt 15, a short walk from Marienplatz.
Is it open at Christmas?
It opens 10:00 to 15:00 on 24 December, is closed on 25 December and opens 11:00 to 23:30 on 31 December.