January - February 2013

January - February 2013
The taste of Bavaria is now in your own backyard! Microbrewed on site,
there is over 400 years of tradition in every drop of our refreshing brews. Try them all today!
847.671.BREW (2739) • HofbrauhausChicago.com • 5500 Park Place • Rosemont, IL 60018
DINNER SPECIALS
WHAT’S NEW
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GIFT SHOP SPECIALS
(Shot Glass) (0.3 L - 10 oz.)
Bottle Buddy
Even your bottle needs a buddy!
(0.5 L - 17 oz.)
(1.0 L - 34 oz.)
HB Glass Steins
Our signature steins come in various sizes - pick yours or get the entire set!
HB Chicago Signature T-Shirts
If you are a true fan, you have to have one of these.
German Goods
HB Chicago Pin
Attention pin collectors you gotta have this one!
A "MUST HAVE" not only for Germans!
Tin CD HB Beer
Listen to the music and indulge in the
atmosphere of the world-famous Hofbräuhaus.
Cheers!
HB Teddy Bear
HB Cookbook
HB reveals a collection of treasured
recipes from some of the most noted
and beloved Bavarian dishes.
Guten Appetit!
HB Crown Logo Steins and Magnets
We've got them all... 34 oz. or 17 oz. stein, coffee mug, shot glass or magnet.
It's cuddle time... so cute!
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HB Toggle Necklace
Can't think of any lady who
wouldn't love this one!
HB Embossed Cap
GIFT SHOP SPECIALS
German Eagle Tee &
Ladies Glitter Eagle Tee
Treat yourself to one of these German favorites!
Our quality cap with embroidered HB Logo on
the front is a great gift for family and friends.
Everybody wants to have one!
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Fresh Favorites
When it comes to German cuisine, it was love at first bite for Klaus Lotter. Growing
up surrounded by Chicago’s rich culinary tradition while enjoying his grandmother’s
Northeastern German dishes at home, it was only a matter of time before Klaus realized
what he was born to do.
Chef Klaus Lotter
Two years of intensive training at the New England Culinary Institute in Montpelier, Vermont
and an internship under renowned Chef Paul Bartolotta at Chicago’s Spiaggia restaurant
gave Klaus the confidence to move to Germany. After an internship at Hotel Gasthof Gallus
in Beilngries, he began working at the Four Seasons in Munich where Chef Andreas Mayer
took him under his wing. That experience proved invaluable as after two years Klaus
accepted his first sous chef job at Ristorante Aquarello in Munich — it has been going uphill
ever since. Klaus married the love of his life and they moved back to the United States
where he has been everything from sous chef at the Peninsula Hotel on the Mag mile to
the executive chef at the Hilton Indian Lakes Resort, Double Tree Hotel and Aramark at the
Morton Arboretum. When the chance to give back to the German community he grew up
loving came in the form of joining the management team at the new Hofbräuhaus Chicago,
it was too good to be true. Klaus is excited to share a piece of his past and looks forward
to a future of bringing authentic German flavors to his hometown.
FRESH FAVORITES
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PRESIDENT’S DAY
WELCOME TO THE WHITE HAUS
VALENTINE’S DAY
SPECIAL EVENTS
POUR ON THE LOVE
Monday, February 18th
FOOTBALL
SUPER FOOD. SUPER FUN.
Sunday, February 3rd
Dig into Big Game action at Hofbräuhaus Chicago. Our big
screen TVs go perfectly with our big brews and even bigger
entertainment.
There is no better way to celebrate our country’s leaders, past and
present, than in Chicago's leading beer hall. Join us this President’s
Day for cool brews, hot food and nightly entertainment.
Thursday, February 14th
Tower for Two
Linguini tossed in white wine sauce
and shrimp
Grilled chicken breast, served with
mushroom cream sauce and spätzle
Potato pancakes with smoked salmon
Valentine’s Crêpe “Romanoff”
Served with vanilla ice cream,
marinated strawberries and
whipped cream
BIG GAME FOOTBALL SPECIALS
Fish and Chips
Beer-battered cod with fries and sauce remoulade
Buffalo Chicken Wings
Served with fries, ranch dip and celery
Football-Shaped Meatballs
In BBQ sauce, served with garlic bread
Hofbräuhaus Bratwurst Patty Sandwich
Served with seasoned wedge fries and spicy dipping sauce
German Potato Pancakes
Served with applesauce
Make your reservations today!
Space is limited!
SPECIAL EVENTS
Tomato Cream Soup
Garnished with croutons and chives
Make Reservations Today! Call 847-671-BREW (2739)
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
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DIE SAITENSPRINGER
January 21 - February 5, 2013
Die Saitenspringer is joining us all the way from the Alps to make our beer hall
come alive! From classic Bavarian to old-style power, this three-piece party band
is the perfect way to kick off the excitement at Hofbräuhaus Chicago.
SURPRISE LIVE BAND
Join us in February as a mystery band all the way from Germany will entertain you
nightly. You’re going to love them!
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THE GIFT OF GREAT TASTE
MEET THE BREW MASTER
Born in Bavaria, Ben is very familiar with the revelry
of the German culture, especially when it comes to
its most beloved beverage — but it took him until his
twenties to discover his true passion for brews.
Ben first apprenticed as a brewer and maltster (one
who makes malt—germinated cereal grains that have
been dried in a process known as "malting”) before he
studied in Weihenstephan, Bavaria. After graduating as
brewmaster he worked in Chile for three years before
spending five years as the brewmaster for several of
Bavaria’s finest breweries.
Ben spent six years as technical director for startup
breweries all over the world before tapping into his
current position.
We are excited to have Ben supporting our team and
can’t wait for you to taste the experience he will bring to
every stein. Prost!
THE BREW PROCESS
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THE GIFT OF GREAT TASTE
Right up there with superstar athlete and candy tester,
one of the coolest jobs in the world belongs to Ben
Zollenkopf. He is the technical director of international
brewing for Hofbräu München; and it is his job to pour
over 400 years of Bavarian tradition into every ounce of
our Hofbräuhaus Chicago beer. Although we can’t keep
him to ourselves forever, Hofbräuhaus Chicago has been
lucky enough to have his expertise and guidance as we
prepared to bring you the best brews in the world.
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THE ORIGINAL BREW O
NOW POURING:
You can go all over the world searching for unparalleled tastes — or you can come to Hofbräuhaus Chicago. Our
beers are micro brewed right on site using original recipes handed down by the Duke of Bavaria himself over 400
years ago. Let us introduce you to the flavors that have made history.
THE FAB FOUR
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FAMOUS HOFBRÄUHAUS CHICAGO DRAFT BEER SPECIALTIES
Premium Lager: If you like hops,
you will love our Premium Lager.
Before it even gets to your lips,
the distinct aroma of fine hops
whets your appetite for the fullbodied flavor that is about to
follow. With an alcoholic content
of approximately 5.1% by volume,
this well-balanced brew is always
a crowd pleaser.
Dunkel: As the first type of beer
to be brewed at the original
Hofbräuhaus, our dark beer comes
with a history as rich as its flavor.
Spicy notes tickle beer-lover’s
taste buds while the 5.5% alcohol
content gets the party started—and
keeps it going all night long. Every
sip of Dunkel is a sip of tradition!
Light: For a brew as flavorful as
it is refreshing, our Light is the
perfect pour. Brewed lighter in
body, this calorie-friendly lager
has approximately 3.6% alcohol
content by volume and features
the hoppy flavor German beers
have been known for.
Hefe Weizen: Brimming with fruity
notes and a refreshing finish, our
Hefe Weizen has been a favorite
among beer connoisseurs and
novices since the beginning.
Marked by a sparkling rich foam
and boasting 5.1% alcohol
content by volume, it is a delicious
complement to any of our
authentic German cuisine.
Whether you like a light brew, dark brew or something in between, Hofbräuhaus Chicago combines tradition,
experience and quality ingredients to bring you the unmistakable taste of Munich in every stein.
Try all of our flavors, today!
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W OF BARVARIAN KINGS
lar rules need not apply.
When it comes to dining at Hofbräuhaus Chicago, regu
.
Get the most out of your experience with a few easy tips
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1 Share :
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2 STAND :
table without
Forget what your parents said about not getting up from the
benches or
finishing your food. Here, we encourage you to stand on the
as they
dance in the aisles while singing along with your favorite band
ent.
tainm
serenade the crowd with nightly live enter
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3 SHOOT:
ter girl”
But first, you have to get spanked. We have a lovely “Jägermeis
to do is
who will gladly sell you shots of this German liquor—all you have
get a little swat from her paddle. It’s been a big hit for years!
BEER HALL ETIKETTE
tables for a
There are no strangers at Hofbräuhaus Chicago. We have big
with their
reason, so don’t be surprised when unfamiliar faces sit down
to our
own stein of delicious brew. People from all over the world come
beer hall and restaurant so making new friends is required!
e—
Whether standing, sitting or singing, one thing is for sur
you’re going to have a blast at Hofbräuhaus Chicago.
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HOFBRÄUHAUS Q&A
WHy is BEER Foam White?
It’s not an age-old brewer’s secret, but simple science.
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Carbonation is a key factor. Carbonation
can occur naturally through fermentation,
as it does in Hofbräuhaus Chicago beers,
or it can be added to beer. When beer is in
a keg its carbonation is stable throughout.
When the sealed container is opened, the
carbonation, which is created by dissolved
carbon dioxide gas, loses its equilibrium.
The average amount of carbon dioxide gas
in the atmosphere is 0.2 percent, while the
average carbonation in beer is 98 percent.
To re-establish equilibrium between the air
and the beer, carbonation must leave the
beer. This process produces the signature
foam found on the surface of beers.
Frothy white foam is the key to the taste
and look of Hofbräuhaus Chicago beers.
The foam’s color is the product of reflected
light and the beer’s color. The bubbles that
make up foam are so numerous and small
that they reflect and scatter light rather than
absorb it. Even though an individual foam
bubble is transparent, this reflecting and
scattering of light gives the foam a white
appearance. Approximately 20 percent
of foam layer is made up of beer trapped
between individual bubbles. This trapped
beer, if light in color, will not affect the
appearance of white foam. However, if the
trapped beer is a dark beer, then the foam
will take on a cream to tan coloration.
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The inside scoop
Shipped in frozen from Munich
and baked fresh right here
in our kitchen, our
oversized pretzels
are golden brown
on the outside,
chewy on the
inside and
accompanied
by three
tempting dips:
“Obazda” cheese,
sweet mustard and
onion mustard.
Share one today!
Beautifully designed gift cards
Buy! Give! R eceive!
At Hofbräuhaus Chicago it is easy to give the gift of good taste. We offer gift cards good for
any of our Bavarian flair, including our award-winning cuisine and merchandise from our gift
shop. It is sure to please anyone on your list.
It ’s easy as 1-2-3!
• Purchase award-winning Bavarian cuisine and authentic microbrewed beers
• Purchase merchandise in our gift shop
• Use as a surprise Bavarian gift for friends near or far
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the inside scoop
Like peanut butter to jelly
and milk to cookies,
pretzels and beer
is the perfect
pair — especially
when it comes
to Hofbräuhaus
Chicago. A visit
to our beer hall
isn’t the same
without the taste of
doughy perfection to
go with your favorite
Hofbräuhaus Chicago brew.
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The INSIDE SCOOP
Before it was a bustling beer hall, Hofbräuhaus was a quaint
brewery and tap room in Munich, Germany. It still boasted
the long tables and stein-wielding patrons, but it wasn’t
until right before the 300th anniversary that the brewery
was removed to make more room for guests to enjoy
the authentic brews, food and entertainment.
Nearly 100 years later, replicas of the
famous beer hall can be found all over the
United States, and Chicago is proud to
be one of the places guests can revel in
Bavarian tradition.
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Our interpretation includes the “schwemme” featuring
nightly live entertainment, authentic German cuisine and
an open-air biergarten much like the original Hofbräuhaus
in Munich. However, we decided there was always room for
more excitement so we also offer the King
Ludwig Room—the perfect place
for any celebration, and we even
have our own microbrewery right
on site, so the refreshing taste of
Bavaria is never far away. Let’s
make beautiful history together.
Hofbräuhaus Chicago
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Phone: 847.671.BREW (2739)
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E-mail: hb@hofbrauhauschicago.com
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LUNCH SPECIALS
KICK UP
Drink your favorite Hofbräuhaus Chicago beer in
style with any of our four Bierstiefel (Beer Boots).
These brew holders are brimming with fun and
come in 1 (34 fl. oz) and 2 (68 fl. oz) liter glass,
2 liter plastic and the all-new lanyard model.
Beer Boots can be purchased in our
gift shop and restaurant, so come in
to Hofbräuhaus Chicago and try one on
for size, today!
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SPECIALS
YOUR HEEL
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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SCHNITZEL
At Hofbräuhaus Chicago we may be known for our brews, but
our German Engineered Taste also applies to our food. Our
menu is full of authentic specialties prepared by the hands of
German chefs and each dish is a must try. One of our most
popular items is the Schnitzel Wiener Art — a savory pork
cutlet, pounded thin, breaded and cooked to a crispy golden
brown. Served with cranberries and homemade Bavarian
potato salad, this entreé is a classic dish you are sure to love.
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No matter how your schnitzel is served, one thing remains the
same — it goes great with any of our Hofbräuhaus Chicago
brews. Try it with our full-bodied premium lager or with our
Dunkel for a rich finish.
What are you waiting for?
Try the schnitzel for yourself, today!
Schnitzel is a popular dish enjoyed all over the world, from
Germany all the way to Russia and Romania. There are
also many styles of schnitzel. For instance, Hamburg-style
Schnitzel is topped with a fried egg, while Holstein-style
Schnitzel has a fried egg, anchovies and capers. There is
even an un-breaded version known as Hunter-style that
is topped with mushroom gravy. At Hofbräuhaus Chicago
we serve our Hunter-style Schnitzel with spätzle.
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LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS
Monday
Lunch Specials
Currywurst: Grilled veal bratwurst topped
with curry sauce, served with French fries
Giant Pork
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Tuesday
Beer Bratl: Roast pork topped with onion gravy,
served with mashed potatoes, root vegetables
and fried onions
Wednesday
Giant pork sausage on a baguette served
with sauerkraut and French fries
Thursday
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HB-Winter Salad: Mixed greens tossed in HB-Beer
Vinaigrette, topped with warm sautéed shredded
chicken and pretzel croutons
Friday
Beer-battered ocean cod, served with
homemade Bavarian potato salad and tartar sauce
Gratuity and tax not included. No substitutions, please.
Delicious Dinner Specials
Fresh, Crispy Pork Shanks
Available every Saturday
after 4pm!
Limited y!
Availahebreileiatrly to order.
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EVERY DAY IS LIKE OKTOBERFEST STARTING AT 11AM!
LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS
Monday – Friday · 11am – 4pm
HofbrauhausChicago.com • 847.671.BREW (2739)
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GERMAN ENGINEERED TASTE
CELEBRATE THE TASTE
847.671.BREW (2739) • HofbrauhausChicago.com • 5500 Park Place • Rosemont, IL 60018