The sound of music? More like the sound of my burp after this delicious meal. The service was a bit slow but there was only one waiter so Rhonda is giving her a lil break. When I was looking at the beautiful scenery I thought back to when I was young and in love in till he left me for Rachel wells...Look at me now Rachel?! Alas..... it was great! Sincerely, Rhonda read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - Mmmm beer I bet Rachel is turning in her grave - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

I guess I'm the hater of the yelp world. I did not enjoy my experience here at all. The hostess was extremely off-putting and stared at me instead of greeting me and then acted confused when I said there were two of us. Asked if we had a reservation then told me it would be 30 minutes but there were at least 9 open tables? We decided to wait at the bar, the bartender ignored me for several minutes before finally asking what we wanted. Ordered a burger without mayo, came with it on there. I would have just sent it back but nobody checked on us at all. We flagged down a different bartender to get something else and my bf ate the burger. The beer was OK. This place relies on the great views but that's not enough. Fix the customer service. read more

Go for the hype; stay for the beer. This place is genuinely enjoyable--the beer is excellent, and the food is well prepared. The waitstaff may not treat you quite like family, but they are quick, courteous, and attentive. The wild boar heads and large feast-style tables create a small German beer-hall feel that adds to the experience. Take the time to go, relax, and sample the beer. And if you like good lagers give them a try. read more

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As an Austrian American, this was a really cool spot to visit! The beer is great and so is the food. The bratwurst is legit - get it on the sandwich or on its own, it's delicious either way. The cheddar lager soup was also very yummy, as were the pretzels. They were having an extremely busy night on a holiday weekend so it was a little hard to get the attention of the bartenders, but understandable. Staff at the host stand seemed a little overwhelmed by all the visitors and as a result maybe weren't the friendliest. If I had to guess, there's probably a better overall vibe on a quieter night. We were lucky to grab a seat at the bar - you should know they only allow you to order off the food menu if you have a seat (so either put your name on the list, or hope for the best on a busy night). Beautiful property and a cool little slice of history. read more

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This place was insanely busy, but we were aware of that coming in during a busy season. We luckily were able to snag a seat at the bar. Luka was amazing. He was friendly, efficient, and working nonstop. I got the cheese plate and my husband got the bratwurst, we both enjoyed our meals. Would not suggest coming here without a reservation unless it's just two people. read more

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

Perfect Spätzle!! Maple Lemonade was very good too! Several hour wait but we found spot at bar area .. read more

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3 - Good choice if you're in the area. Skip to the end to see my rating scale. BLUF: if you're in the mood for German beer and food, I'd give a higher rating. I could even see trying to talk mama into driving an hour if I really had a taste for some schnitzel. So rating Von Trapp a high 3 is based on an average evening where you're not sure what you want for dinner. As I've alluded to, it's German themed as it was founded by the family around which the Sound of Music was written. Our server was fantastic. She was the right balance of helpful and fun without dominating our experience. The outdoor patio is dog friendly and it's an overall comfortable environment. Most importantly, the beers were good. (We sampled them all.) They were again all German style, so if you're looking for a couple of NEIPAs or ESBs to pick from you won't find one. If we're ever in Stowe again, I'd happily return to spend an evening. My rating scale: 1 - Just don't 2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by 3 - Good choice if you're in the area 4 - I'd drive 30 minutes out of my way just to come here 5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here read more

Von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant - Just sample them all! - Austrian Near Me - Stowe, Vermont

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. 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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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. The space is huge, with plenty of indoor seating, a beautiful sunroom filled with windows, and outdoor seating as well. 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. Overall, a really charming spot with great atmosphere and historic character. 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. Loved the vibe of the place when we first walked in 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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Exceptional Brewery, Exceptional Beer, Exceptional Food! The finest European beers is the USA! Gorgeous brew hall and restaurant. 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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Stopped here on a gorgeous August day just as the sun was going down. The beer garden is absolutely spectacular and has the most gorgeous view. The beers are good. I'll have to come back and try the German fare. read more

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

Delicious food, service, and ambiance! Reservations recommended. However, the bar seating is first come first serve with a full food menu. read more

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It's an extremely busy and crowded place for lunch. Long lines and wait. While the food and ambience is good, it's a little overpriced and the service is rushed. Perhaps a better place to visit when it's off season. Would I go back? Only maybe during offseason. read more

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. My favorite: DUNKEL. You may get some inspiration to start yodeling while you are on the property.... read more

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The one star is for their pretzel cheese and that's it. Other than that It's a complete tourist money grab. Half of the beers were unavailable, the service was pretty crappy, the mushroom stroganoff was cold with barely any sauce, the drunken ribeye had zero seasoning and when we got our bill there were items on it we didn't order. Save your money and if you come here only do beer and pretzels. read more

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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. We had our choice of tables. Inside, out on the patio or in a sort of sunroom that's air conditioned. 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

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. The brewery had the German euro feel to it with very good beers and full food menu. 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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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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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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This restaurant was quite busy. We arrived at 11:30 without a reservation. We were seated in 30 minutes. The food was delicious.

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

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

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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The restaurant and grounds are beautiful. They have a large picnic type area to wait at and it has amazing views. The food itself is average but fun place to eat. Definitely get reservations as they were quoting those without up to 90 minute wait times. read more

Really cool brewery on top of a mountain with tons of food options. 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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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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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. The ambiance was awesome: soaring ceilings, huge windows, and lots of taxidermy. read more

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Nice looking cabin like space with expansive space, large outdoor area with cornhole. 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

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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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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3.5 stars. Our family of 6 made reservations and were seated about 15 minutes after our booked time. 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. We chose to sit outside on a perfect summer evening. 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

We really enjoyed our visit to the bierhall. Beautiful facility. We sat in the atrium area which offers pretty views of the property. 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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I think the food has seen better days. Chicken schnitzel was overcooked and overpriced. The sausage trio was just meh. And could they please wipe the tables between diners. I've seen several servers just brushing the crumbs off as they sat people. Beer was great! read more

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. The trash in both bathrooms was overflowing, and the men's room was out of toilet paper and soap. I wouldn't rush back, but the outside ambiance seemed nice - live music and great views. read more

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

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

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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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! 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