Welcome to the official website of Brauhaus Schmitz, Philadelphia's only authentic German Bierhall and Restaurant.
Located on historic South St, Brauhaus Schmitz is the perfect place to bring family and friends to enjoy an afternoon or evening in the City.

We specialize in all things German; food, service, music and of course beer. Brauhaus Schmitz features a selection of 20 draught beers as well as an additional 80 to choose from in bottle representing every major beer producing country in the world. The menu is sure to please with traditional German fare as well as a few interesting twists that will make anyone a fan of German cuisine. All of our food will be prepared using only the freshest of local ingredients by a competent and inspired kitchen staff.
Please visit this site often to keep track of events and specials, but most importantly feel free to stop in for a bite to eat or to enjoy a glass of the finest beer the world has to offer. Our atmosphere promises to leave everyone who visits us with a feeling of Gemütlichkeit.
Brauhaus Schmitz will be open daily from 11:30 A.M. until 2:00A.M.
We will not be accepting reservations for the week of 6/29, but are accepting reservations for groups of 5 or more who wish to visit after July 5th.
(267)909-8814
PROST!
Brauhaus Schmitz
718 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(267)909-8814
We are finally Open
Doug Hager — June 28, 2009 - 19:30
Just wanted to let everyone know that starting tomorrow June 29th, Brauhaus Schmitz will be open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. We have updated some things on our webpage, and promise to get all our information finalized there. It has been a long and difficult project for us but we could not be more excited to finally be able to open our doors.
A few details.
Open daily from 11:30 A.M. - 2. A.M.
Reservations are not accepted for the week of June 29th, but we are accepting reservation for parties of 5 or more after the 1st week.
In the Wurst Way
Kelly Schmitz — June 10, 2009 - 21:56
In the Wurst Way
German food is poised to make a major local comeback thanks to Brauhaus Schmitz.
That's German food for you — Teutonic charm makes even the simplest brat a theatrical prop. A door slamming in the wind is just another stage setting. Welcome to Brauhaus Schmitz, Philly's first German restaurant in some time, and one with a married-couple pedigree straight from the motherland.
Kelly Schmitz is of German descent. Doug Hager has dual American/German citizenship. The two got hitched in 2004, and promptly sold their possessions, quit their jobs and bought two one-way tickets to Germany. "Get married, go on a week's honeymoon, return to the same job — that wasn't significant enough," says the Aschaffenburg-born Hager, who worked at Cologne's biggest biergarten during his time away from Philly. (It was at Oktoberfest in Munich that he first saw his wife in a traditional dirdnl, or peasant dress — more on that later.)
Calling all FOH staff!
Kelly Schmitz — May 9, 2009 - 21:16
Hallo Zusammen!! We are starting to look for staff. If anyone fits the following criteria and is interested in a wait or bar position please contact us with some details of your experience in the service industry, as well as your German language and culture experience.
Waitress
-at least 1 year restaurant experience
-German language knowledge (The more the better)
-Willing to wear a Dirndl
-Knowledge of German Food and Drink
-Over the age of 21 preferrably
-Hardworking and punctual
From Philadelphia Restaurant Examiner - Lindsay Lovier
Kelly Schmitz — May 2, 2009 - 15:22
The latest on Philadelphia's Brauhaus Schmitz
Brauhaus Schmitz, the hotly anticipated German beer hall, was originally set to open during Beer Week. Then it was due to open sometime in April. And now the message on their website says that they've been delayed...again. I'm getting my lederhosen in a twist over this, let me tell you.
However, one inquisitive/slightly cranky email to the owner later, I've discovered that the Brauhaus is now scheduled to open in late May. Granted, it's still later than I'd like. Especially seeing as how the weather is getting warmer and there's pretty much nothing better than sitting outside & sipping a cold one. But I digress. My message here is ultimately one of hope.
Opening
Kelly Schmitz — April 17, 2009 - 12:48
I just wanted to write a quick update for everyone. I've been getting a lot of emails about our projected opening date. As Doug mentioned in the last update, we got held up with some of our permits for about a month - so we are a bit behind schedule. Right now the construction is moving forward quickly, and we are trying to get everything ready on the business end of things. As of now, our best estimated opening would be at the end of May - but there is a still a lot that can happen between now and then. We will make sure to post an opening date as soon as we h
Brauhaus Schmitz update - March 2009
Doug Hager — March 21, 2009 - 17:55
Thanks to everyone who has signed up on our mailing list and has left comments and questions on our website! We have passed the 100 mark and therefore it is time to update everyone who has been waiting so patiently for the opening of Brauhaus Schmitz. The good news is we are moving forward as quickly as possible and still stand by our promise to be open this spring. The bad news is we were delayed by the city for about a month which was a huge bummer.
Final Update - Doug didn't win - but we had fun anyway!
Kelly Schmitz — March 5, 2009 - 12:10
***Final Update*** Doug did a great job - but unfortunately did not gain the title of Philly Beer Geek 2009. That honor went to "Nugget Nate" - who did a fantastic job. All the finalist really knew their beer, and all in all it was a great time. We look forward to next year's competition - and hopefully can be a sponsor bar!
***Update*** Doug made the finals, and will be competing for the title of Philly Beer Geek 2009 this Thursday, 3/12/09, at 8PM at Manayunk Brew Pub. So come out to support the finalists and hopefully cheer Doug on to victory!
If anyone is around and interested - tonight is the semi-finals of the second annual Philly Beer Geek competition. Doug actually competed in the preliminary round, and made it through to tonight's competition. The format is pretty funny, where the competitors not only have to prove their beer knowledge, but may have to make up a poem or tell jokes and have to be quick on their feet. It is taking place tonight at the Manayunk Brew Pub at 8:00PM. Hope to see you there!
Official Website: Philly Beer Geek

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