Jacob Wirth German Restaurant in Boston MA
Taste of Germany in Historic Beer Hall in Massachusetts
Jacob Wirth Restaurant in Boston,, Massachuetts serves hearty German food and atmosphere. The restaurant is patterned after the great beer halls of Germany. The most famous beer hall in the world is Hofbrauhaus in Munich, Germany which attracts people from around the world for its annual Oktoberfest. Hofbrauhaus is not the only beer hall in Munich, there are beer halls that have served beer, food and "Gemutlichkeit" for generations. Jacob Wirth brings a taste of the great Bavarian Beer Halls to Boston, complete with the merriment of communal tables and good German food.
Jacob Wirth Restaurant has been a Boston favorite since the late 1800's. This German Restaurant is located in the heart of the theater district, near Chinatown. Authentic German restaurant and beer hall offers seating in the dining hall's communal tables, where patrons may get to meet new people and make new friends. Wirth's serves authentic German food along side some American fare. The bar attracts patrons for the large selection of beer and wine, along with the jolly beer hall atmosphere. Friday night is party night, at the bar lounge, with piano music by Mel Stiller and a merry sing-along.
A historic restaurant, Wirths opened in 1878, and is the second oldest restaurant in Boston. The oldest Boston restaurant is also America's oldest restaurant. Union Oyster House, which is a National Historic Landmark, was established in 1826. Union Oyster House is on the historic Freedom Trail, one block from Faneuil Hall.
History of Jacob Wirth Restaurant
The restaurant founder, Jacob Wirth, came from a family of wine growers in Prussia. He immigrated to America in 1868 and opened his restaurant in 1878. The dining room was made up of simple tables made of mahogany. Large steins and bottles from Germany served as decorations. The notable bar was a long mahogany structure that was equipped to dispense draught beers. .Hearty German fare included sausages, hams, cheeses and herrings.
Founder Jacob Wirth passed away in 1892. His son, who shared his name, took over the family business. The bar/restaurant flourished, even through tough times when Germans were vilified during the World Wars. The bar survived Prohibition, which was an era that closed down many bars.
The Fitzgerald family took over the restaurant in 1975. They have restored the exterior to look like it did when it was first opened.
Jacob Wirth Restaurant Menu
The menu offers appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and Jacob Wirth Classics. The classics include Wiener Schnitzel, Jaeger Schnitzel, German Mixed Grill and Sauerbraten. Small Plates offer smaller portions of entrees, including Crab Cakes, Sausages, Wiener Schnitzel, Jaeger Schnitzel and Sauerbraten. American food includes a variety of burgers, salads and sandwiches. Desserts may include Cherry Apple Strudel, Ginger Cream Brulee, Chocolate Lava Cake, Warm Apple Pie Sandwich and Pumpkin Cheesecake.
The Kid's Menu features kid friendly food, such as peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, grilled cheese sandwiches and macaroni & cheese.
The beverage menu includes a large selection of imported beer and domestic beer, Selections of beer change weekly. The bar also serves wine and cocktails.
Jacob Wirth Restaurant Location
Jacob Wirth is located at 31 - 37 Stuart Street, between Tremont and Washington Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The local landmark is in the heart of the theater district. The German Restaurant is an easy walk from the Public Gardens / Boston Common area. 1-617-338-8586
Information is subject to change. Contact the restaurant for additional information and to make reservations.
