The original Oktoberfest in Munich has always been more than steins and celebration. It is a festival built around Bavarian food, live entertainment, and shared experiences, where food plays a key role in keeping guests longer, spending more, and coming back for more.
In 2026, this matters even more as protein continues to be a major menu driver, with diners actively seeking more filling, satisfying meals. Oktoberfest is the perfect opportunity to lean into this demand and make food the centrepiece.
This year, it is not just Oktoberfest… it is OktoberFEAST. 🍖🔥
Instead of a single sausage and side, create a sharing-focused experience with a variety of premium meats and loaded boards that deliver visual impact, higher spend per table, and a memorable feast customers will return for.
WHY OKTOBERFEST IS PERFECT FOR MEAT BOARD
Few events lend themselves to sharing food quite like Oktoberfest.
Guests visit in groups, stay for extended periods, order drinks throughout the session and actively seek dishes that complement the occasion. A meat board creates a centrepiece that naturally encourages sharing and repeat orders.
It also allows operators to showcase multiple menu items at once, giving customers variety while maximising menu appeal.
Here are some meat board ideas for your OktoberFEAST:
Bavarian classic fest
- Pork Knuckle (Centrepiece)
- Bratwurst
- Frikadellen
- Black Forest Ham
- Sauerkraut and Pickles
- Mustard trio
- Pretzel Bites
BRATWURST AND BIER
- Bratwurst
- Cheese and Jalapeno Bratwurst
- Krakauer Bacon Frank
- Frikadellen
- Fried onions
- Curry ketchup and mustard dips
- Skin on fries
protein & power feast
- Chicken Schnitzel strips
- Chicken Hot Dog
- Turkey Hot Dog
- Frikadellen
- Grilled Veg
- Pickled Slaw
- Light Mustard dressing
- Side Salad
meat lovers inferno
- Chilli Beef sausages
- Devil Dog
- Cheese and Jalapeno Bratwurst
- Krakauer Bacon Frank
- Spicy Fries
- Jalapenos
- Hot sauce trio
- Crispy fried onions
OKTOBERFEST NEW LINEUP 2026
chicken hot dog
Our new Chicken Hot Dog is a great alternative to traditional pork and beef sausages, offering something different for chicken lovers. Fully halal-friendly, it helps operators cater to a wider audience while maintaining the authentic festival food experience. Perfect for adding variety to your menu and giving meat lovers even more choice.
Pretzel Pearls
Also known as pretzel bites, Pretzel Pearls are a fun and versatile addition to any Oktoberfest menu. These bite-sized pieces of soft pretzel are perfect for sharing platters, grazing boards, beer accompaniments or as a side dish. Easy to serve and packed with traditional Bavarian character, they’re ideal for increasing spend per table.
Potato rostis
Golden, crispy and comforting, Potato Röstis bring a classic European favourite to your Oktoberfest menu. Their crunchy exterior and soft potato centre make them the perfect accompaniment to sausages, schnitzels and sharing platters. Whether served as a side or incorporated into loaded dishes, they offer operators another way to create a memorable Oktoberfest feast.
Oktoberfest is one of the biggest food and drink occasions of the year. By making protein the hero and building a feast worth sharing, operators can create a memorable experience that drives sales, encourages group ordering, and keeps customers coming back for more.
Don’t just host an Oktoberfest.
Host an OktoberFEAST.
