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Essen Haus German Restaurant

514 E. Wilson St.
Madison, WI 53703
OVERVIEW

Essen Haus, Madison’s authentic German restaurant & trinken halle, invites you to take a trip to Germany without ever leaving Madison. Experience German food, bier and culture from the time you arrive until the time you say Auf Wiedersehen. Essen Haus proudly features 16 rotating German tap bier selections (available in half-liter steins, full liter mugs and the famous 2 liter boot), a wide variety of bottled imports, German & American cuisine, live oompah music and a friendly staff dressed in dirndls & lederhosen. A perfect location for banquets, holiday parties, special events or simply a fun night out. Prosit!

AMENITIES
Cards Accepted
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General
  • ATM:
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  • On-Site Parking Details: Customers may park for free in the private lot, located in the back of the building off of S. Blair St.
  • Wheelchair Accessible:
Accommodations
  • Bar/Lounge:
  • In-Room Kitchenettes:
  • Non-Smoking Rooms:
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  • Total Number of Rooms: 3
Food & Drink
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  • Gluten-free Options:
  • Gluten-free Options Details: Most of our menu items contain gluten in some way, shape or form, but we are willing to work with our gluten-free customers to customize their meal to their specific needs.
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  • Smoking Area Available:
  • Vegetarian/Vegan Options:
  • Vegetarian/Vegan Options Details: While the Essen Haus does love its meat, pork especially, there are some options for our vegetarian friends. For example, our Käse Spätzle or Reuben sandwich can be made without meat. Additional vegetarian selections available.
MEETING FACILITIES
  • Description Essen Haus has two private banquet halls used for a variety of gatherings. Both have flexible room arrangement options to fit your specific needs. König Halle' (King Hall) is approximately 990 sq. ft. and the 'Treft' is about 1200 sq. ft. Depending on the day, we may be able to accommodate larger groups in our main dining area. Although we are normally closed on Mondays, we are willing to open for your private event. Visit our website to see our banquet options.
  • Largest Room 1200
  • Total Sq. Ft. 2800
  • Reception Capacity 300
  • Banquet/Catering Managers
  • Bar Services
  • Cooking/Kitchen Facilities
  • Dance Floor
  • Onsite Catering
  • Outdoor Space Available
  • Tables & Chairs Available
  • Banquet Capacity 200
  • Number of Rooms 2
  • Large floor Plan PDF Large floor Plan PDF
Main Dining
  • Banquet Capacity: 200
  • Reception Capacity: 300
König Hall
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 990
  • Banquet Capacity: 55
Treft
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 1200
  • Banquet Capacity: 100