Essen Haus Madison

Essen Haus Madison Experience a taste of Germany right here in downtown Madison. We proudly serve German and American inspired cuisine and of course, We. Serve. Bier. Prost!
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Enjoy 16 German taps, a wide variety of bottled imports and Oktoberfest-like fun every weekend. The Essen Haus opened back in September of 1983 in the remodeled Wilson Street Dinner Theater, best known as the original site of the Hoffman House. Since then, it has become its own staple in Madison culture. Over the past 30+ years, we have provided German food, bier and fun to visitors and Madisonian

s alike. The historic building offers old-world charm combined with modern day entertainment. In addition to our usual German fare, we serve several holiday meals and host a variety of events throughout the year, including our very own Oktoberfest festival. We also enjoy celebrating the events in your life. The Essen Haus has two private banquet halls equipped to accommodate both large and small groups. We have had the pleasure of hosting rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, retirement parties, celebration of life gatherings, University banquets and a variety of other special gatherings. Our banquet menu offers a wide selection of hors d'oeuvres, German and American entrees, and several bier/cocktail options that can be customized to make your experience truly unique. Plan your special gathering or simply stop down for dinner, drinks and a fun night out. Hot soft pretzels accompany every meal and our rotating German tap bier selections are ready to fill your half-liter stein, 1 liter boot or stein, the ever popular 2 liter "Das Boot", or even the 5 liter stein every Tuesday-Sunday. Grab a table inside or enjoy deck seating when the weather is nice, and make sure to check out our live polka bands every Friday & Saturday night. Visit essen-haus.com to learn more about the Haus.

Friday is finally here, so let's have a bier! 🍻🎶The Gary Beal Band is with us this weekend, and we're ready to polka! PR...
07/17/2026

Friday is finally here, so let's have a bier! 🍻🎶

The Gary Beal Band is with us this weekend, and we're ready to polka! PROST!

Weather Alert! Don't go outside - stay inside and drink BIER! Avoid the smoke and beat the heat with a boot of bier at o...
07/16/2026

Weather Alert! Don't go outside - stay inside and drink BIER!

Avoid the smoke and beat the heat with a boot of bier at our Boot Night!

Live music from 6-10, specials on boots all night, and no smoke to inhale at the Haus! 🍻🎶🍻

Every day feels like Oktoberfest at the Haus! Join us for great food, the biggest & best biers around and the most fun y...
07/11/2026

Every day feels like Oktoberfest at the Haus! Join us for great food, the biggest & best biers around and the most fun you'll find downtown. PROST! 🍻🎶

REWIND is here for the musical fun tonight, 8-12!

Stein Club and "Elvis" on the patio - Sunday Funday perfection! 🍻🎶🎉
07/11/2026

Stein Club and "Elvis" on the patio - Sunday Funday perfection! 🍻🎶🎉

Go WISCO style at the Haus with all your Friday night faves that make that Wisco vibe just right. Fish fry, huge biers, ...
07/10/2026

Go WISCO style at the Haus with all your Friday night faves that make that Wisco vibe just right. Fish fry, huge biers, old fashioneds, supper club vibe and side of live music to polka-fy your night. 🍻🎶

REWIND is here this weekend, on the Haus stage from 8-12 Friday and Saturday nights!

Boots & Tunes!We've got that BIG BIER ENERGY at the Haus!Join us for Boot Night to quench your Thirsty Thursday! 🍻🎶😎 ...
07/09/2026

Boots & Tunes!

We've got that BIG BIER ENERGY at the Haus!

Join us for Boot Night to quench your Thirsty Thursday! 🍻🎶😎

It's so close! Join us for Customer Appreciation Day, with a special menu & prices all day, live music, outdoor fun, sil...
07/09/2026

It's so close! Join us for Customer Appreciation Day, with a special menu & prices all day, live music, outdoor fun, silent auction and more! 🎶🍻😎

Saturday, July 11, the fun starts at 1pm!

Still celebrating the 4th or recovering? Either way, we've got you covered with fun on the patio, featuring live music w...
07/05/2026

Still celebrating the 4th or recovering?

Either way, we've got you covered with fun on the patio, featuring live music with the Jason D. Petitt Band, live from 4-7, with all your favorite drinks and food to complete your Sunday Funday! 😎🎶🍻

07/04/2026
Happy Birthday, USA! We're celebrating in typical Haus fashion - with the best tasting biers around, great food, live mu...
07/04/2026

Happy Birthday, USA! We're celebrating in typical Haus fashion - with the best tasting biers around, great food, live music & fun!

Teh David Austin Band is here from 8-midnight. 🎶

We wish you all happy & safe celebrations! 🎉Don't forget - next week Saturday is our Customer Appreciation Day!

Address

514 E Wilson Street
Madison, WI
53703

Opening Hours

Thursday 3pm - 11pm
Friday 3pm - 1am
Saturday 3pm - 1am
Sunday 3pm - 9pm

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