Von Trier – German
Stepping into this old-world sanctuary feels like a journey to a historic European tavern, where the warm glow of stained glass and dark wood creates an inviting backdrop for communal feasting. Guests gather over golden, crisp potato pancakes and massive salted pretzels, sharing hearty smorgasbords and savory landjaeger that perfectly capture the spirited, timeless essence of a traditional biergarten.
2235 North Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee WI 53202 https://vontriers.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: German
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Friday - Sunday
- 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the perfectly cooked burgers and flavorful menu options, frequently highlighting the prompt and attentive service that ensures a seamless dining experience. Celebrated for its comfortable and inviting setting, the space offers a relaxed atmosphere where reviewers feel right at home while enjoying high-quality meals at reasonable prices. Standout dishes include the signature burgers, which are praised for their excellent preparation and satisfying taste.
Menu
Shareables
Small Snacks, Appetizers, and Large Sharable Items.
- Biergarten Fries - $12: Crispy battered French fries, curry tomato sauce, beer cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $10: Beer battered cheese curds, ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $14: 1lb wings, choice of barbeque or Buffalo sauce, celery, carrots, ranch or blue cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gatherer's Platter - $13: House made hummus, carrots, cucumber, celery, radish, pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Giant Pretzel - $12: 10oz Milwaukee Pretzel Company pretzel, house mustard, beer cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Landjaeger - $8: Traditional German hunter's sausage, smoky and garlicky Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poutine - $13: Crispy seasoned fries, rahmsauce gravy, fresh cheese curds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smorgasbord - $18: Meats, cheeses, mustards, pickled veggies, crackers Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Pancakes - $11: Three handcrafted potato pancakes, shredded potatoes, onion, applesauce, sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Salads & Soup
Always fresh and house-made
- Garden Salad - $10: Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onion, carrot, cucumber, red onion vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $11: Romaine, parmesan, rye bread croutons, house-made Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Salad - $6: Fresh cucumber, onion, creamy dill dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Soup - $6: Freshly made daily soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clam Chowder - $8: New England-style clam chowder, clams, potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Mains
German and American favorites made with care.
- Berliner Currywurst - $15: Grilled knackwurst, crispy fries, house curry-tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Spaetzle - $16: German egg noodles, cheese sauce, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, Emmentaler cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Von Trier Burger - $16: 1/2 pound Angus chuck patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, herb aioli, pretzel bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- MKE Bratwurst - $14: Foltz's Family bratwurst, sauerkraut, caramelized onion, spicy brown mustard Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hungarian Wurst - $15: Foltz's Family spicy Hungarian sausage, barbecue sauce, gouda, coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stoertebeker Wurst - $15: Foltz's Family Polish sausage, tomato jam, fried dill pickle, pickled red onions, celery salt Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Schnitzel Sandwich - $16: Hand-breaded pork loin, sauerkraut, red cabbage, herb aioli, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jaegerschnitzel - $22: Pork Schnitzel, house made mushroom gravy, red cabbage, sauerkraut, potato pancakes Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cod - $16: Beer-battered cod, house tartar sauce, rye bread, lemon, coleslaw, choice of side Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Cod - $16: Tender baked cod, house tartar sauce, rye bread, lemon, coleslaw, choice of side Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
German Drafts, Import Drafts, Handcrafted Cocktails, and Wine.
- Bitburger Pilsner - $8: Pilsner - Crisp, clean German pilsner Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Hofbrau Dunkel - $9: Dunkel - Toasty Munich dunkel Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bear Claw - $12: Bärenjäger honey liqueur, citrus honey vodka, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Wisconsin Old Fashioned - $10: Muddled orange, cherry, sugar, bitters, choice of brandy or bourbon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Santa Marina Pinot Grigio - $9: Light to medium body white wine from Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Add-ons
Enhancements for your meal.
- Obatzda - $3: House-made Bavarian cheese spread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Underberg - $2: German herbal digestive
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- Mader's Restaurant — German
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- Mad Chicken — American
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- Yo Factory — American
- Tess — American
- Comet Café — American
- Kawa Ramen & Sushi — Japanese
- Strange Town — Mediterranean
- Beans & Barley Cafe — American
