January - February 2013

The taste of Bavaria is now in your own backyard! Microbrewed on site, there is over 400 years of tradition in every drop of our refreshing brews. Try them all today!
847.671.BREW (2739) HofbrauhausChicago.com 5500 Park Place Rosemont, IL 60018

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(Shot Glass) (0.3 L - 10 oz.)

Even your bottle needs a buddy!

(0.5 L - 17 oz.)

(1.0 L - 34 oz.)

Bottle Buddy

Our signature steins come in various sizes - pick yours or get the entire set!

HB Glass Steins

If you are a true fan, you have to have one of these.

HB Chicago Signature T-Shirts

German Eagle Tee & Ladies Glitter Eagle Tee

A "MUST HAVE" not only for Germans!

Treat yourself to one of these German favorites!

German Goods

HB Chicago Pin
HB reveals a collection of treasured recipes from some of the most noted and beloved Bavarian dishes. Guten Appetit!

Listen to the music and indulge in the atmosphere of the world-famous Hofbruhaus. Cheers!

Tin CD HB Beer

It's cuddle time... so cute!

HB Teddy Bear

We've got them all... 34 oz. or 17 oz. stein, coffee mug, shot glass or magnet.
Das L ite r Pla drink Boot is th stic Boot ing ve : s s e most of breel without popular the fe aking ar it !

HB Crown Logo Steins and Magnets

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Drinking Boots
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1 liter, 2 liter, glass or acrylic. Get your boot on today! Our quality cap with embroidered HB Logo on the front is a great gift for family and friends. Everybody wants to have one!

HB Toggle Necklace
Can't think of any lady who wouldn't love this one!

HB Embossed Cap

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Attention pin collectors you gotta have this one!

HB Cookbook

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When it comes to German cuisine, it was love at first bite for Klaus Lotter. Growing up surrounded by Chicagos rich culinary tradition while enjoying his grandmothers Northeastern German dishes at home, it was only a matter of time before Klaus realized what he was born to do. Two years of intensive training at the New England Culinary Institute in Montpelier, Vermont and an internship under renowned Chef Paul Bartolotta at Chicagos Spiaggia restaurant gave Klaus the confidence to move to Germany. After an internship at Hotel Gasthof Gallus in Beilngries, he began working at the Four Seasons in Munich where Chef Andreas Mayer took him under his wing. That experience proved invaluable as after two years Klaus accepted his first sous chef job at Ristorante Aquarello in Munich it has been going uphill ever since. Klaus married the love of his life and they moved back to the United States where he has been everything from sous chef at the Peninsula Hotel on the Mag mile to the executive chef at the Hilton Indian Lakes Resort, Double Tree Hotel and Aramark at the Morton Arboretum. When the chance to give back to the German community he grew up loving came in the form of joining the management team at the new Hofbruhaus Chicago, it was too good to be true. Klaus is excited to share a piece of his past and looks forward to a future of bringing authentic German flavors to his hometown.

Chef Klaus loTTer

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PRESIDENTS DAY

WelCoMe To The WhITe haus

Monday, February 18th

FOOTBALL
suPer fooD. suPer fuN.
Sunday, February 3rd
Dig into Big Game action at Hofbruhaus Chicago. Our big screen TVs go perfectly with our big brews and even bigger entertainment.

There is no better way to celebrate our countrys leaders, past and present, than in Chicago's leading beer hall. Join us this Presidents Day for cool brews, hot food and nightly entertainment.

vALENTINES DAY

Pour oN The loVe

Thursday, February 14th
Tomato Cream Soup Garnished with croutons and chives Tower for Two Linguini tossed in white wine sauce and shrimp Grilled chicken breast, served with mushroom cream sauce and sptzle Potato pancakes with smoked salmon Valentines Crpe Romanoff Served with vanilla ice cream, marinated strawberries and whipped cream
BIG GaMe fooTBall sPeCIals

Buffalo Chicken Wings Served with fries, ranch dip and celery Football-Shaped Meatballs In BBQ sauce, served with garlic bread Hofbruhaus Bratwurst Patty Sandwich Served with seasoned wedge fries and spicy dipping sauce German Potato Pancakes Served with applesauce

MAkE yOUR RESERVATIONS TODAy! SPACE IS LIMITED!

Make ReseRvations today! Call 847-671-BReW (2739)

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Fish and Chips Beer-battered cod with fries and sauce remoulade

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DIe saITeNsPrINGer
JaNuary 21 - feBruary 5, 2013
Die Saitenspringer is joining us all the way from the Alps to make our beer hall come alive! From classic Bavarian to old-style power, this three-piece party band is the perfect way to kick off the excitement at Hofbruhaus Chicago.

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surPrIse lIVe BaND

Join us in February as a mystery band all the way from Germany will entertain you nightly. Youre going to love them!

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MEET THE BREW MASTER

Right up there with superstar athlete and candy tester, one of the coolest jobs in the world belongs to Ben Zollenkopf. He is the technical director of international brewing for Hofbru Mnchen; and it is his job to pour over 400 years of Bavarian tradition into every ounce of our Hofbruhaus Chicago beer. Although we cant keep him to ourselves forever, Hofbruhaus Chicago has been lucky enough to have his expertise and guidance as we prepared to bring you the best brews in the world. Born in Bavaria, Ben is very familiar with the revelry of the German culture, especially when it comes to its most beloved beverage but it took him until his twenties to discover his true passion for brews. Ben first apprenticed as a brewer and maltster (one who makes maltgerminated cereal grains that have been dried in a process known as "malting) before he studied in Weihenstephan, Bavaria. After graduating as brewmaster he worked in Chile for three years before spending five years as the brewmaster for several of Bavarias finest breweries. Ben spent six years as technical director for startup breweries all over the world before tapping into his current position. We are excited to have Ben supporting our team and cant wait for you to taste the experience he will bring to every stein. Prost!

The BreW ProCess

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THE ORIGINAL BREW O

NoW PourING:
you can go all over the world searching for unparalleled tastes or you can come to hofbruhaus Chicago. our beers are micro brewed right on site using original recipes handed down by the Duke of Bavaria himself over 400 years ago. let us introduce you to the flavors that have made history.

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faMous hofBruhaus ChICaGo DrafT Beer sPeCIalTIes

Premium lager: If you like hops, you will love our Premium Lager. Before it even gets to your lips, the distinct aroma of fine hops whets your appetite for the fullbodied flavor that is about to follow. With an alcoholic content of approximately 5.1% by volume, this well-balanced brew is always a crowd pleaser. Dunkel: As the first type of beer to be brewed at the original Hofbruhaus, our dark beer comes with a history as rich as its flavor. Spicy notes tickle beer-lovers taste buds while the 5.5% alcohol content gets the party startedand keeps it going all night long. Every sip of Dunkel is a sip of tradition! light: For a brew as flavorful as it is refreshing, our Light is the perfect pour. Brewed lighter in body, this calorie-friendly lager has approximately 3.6% alcohol content by volume and features the hoppy flavor German beers have been known for. hefe Weizen: Brimming with fruity notes and a refreshing finish, our Hefe Weizen has been a favorite among beer connoisseurs and novices since the beginning. Marked by a sparkling rich foam and boasting 5.1% alcohol content by volume, it is a delicious complement to any of our authentic German cuisine.

Whether you like a light brew, dark brew or something in between, hofbruhaus Chicago combines tradition, experience and quality ingredients to bring you the unmistakable taste of Munich in every stein. Try all of our flavors, today!

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lar rules need not apply. When it comes to dining at hofbruhaus Chicago, regu . Get the most out of your experience with a few easy tips

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tables for a There are no strangers at Hofbruhaus Chicago. We have big with their reason, so dont be surprised when unfamiliar faces sit down to our own stein of delicious brew. People from all over the world come beer hall and restaurant so making new friends is required!

table without Forget what your parents said about not getting up from the benches or finishing your food. Here, we encourage you to stand on the as they dance in the aisles while singing along with your favorite band tainment. serenade the crowd with nightly live enter

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ter girl But first, you have to get spanked. We have a lovely Jgermeis to do is who will gladly sell you shots of this German liquorall you have get a little swat from her paddle. Its been a big hit for years!

e Whether standing, sitting or singing, one thing is for sur youre going to have a blast at hofbruhaus Chicago.
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BEER HALL ETIKETTE

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WHy is BEER Foam WHitE?

Carbonation is a key factor. Carbonation can occur naturally through fermentation, as it does in Hofbruhaus Chicago beers, or it can be added to beer. When beer is in a keg its carbonation is stable throughout. When the sealed container is opened, the carbonation, which is created by dissolved carbon dioxide gas, loses its equilibrium. The average amount of carbon dioxide gas in the atmosphere is 0.2 percent, while the average carbonation in beer is 98 percent. To re-establish equilibrium between the air and the beer, carbonation must leave the beer. This process produces the signature foam found on the surface of beers. Frothy white foam is the key to the taste and look of Hofbruhaus Chicago beers. The foams color is the product of reflected light and the beers color. The bubbles that make up foam are so numerous and small that they reflect and scatter light rather than absorb it. Even though an individual foam bubble is transparent, this reflecting and scattering of light gives the foam a white appearance. Approximately 20 percent of foam layer is made up of beer trapped between individual bubbles. This trapped beer, if light in color, will not affect the appearance of white foam. However, if the trapped beer is a dark beer, then the foam will take on a cream to tan coloration.

Its not an age-old brewers secret, but simple science.

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Like peanut butter to jelly and milk to cookies, pretzels and beer is the perfect pair especially when it comes to Hofbruhaus Chicago. A visit to our beer hall isnt the same without the taste of doughy perfection to go with your favorite Hofbruhaus Chicago brew.

Shipped in frozen from Munich and baked fresh right here in our kitchen, our oversized pretzels are golden brown on the outside, chewy on the inside and accompanied by three tempting dips: Obazda cheese, sweet mustard and onion mustard. Share one today!

At Hofbruhaus Chicago it is easy to give the gift of good taste. We offer gift cards good for any of our Bavarian flair, including our award-winning cuisine and merchandise from our gift shop. It is sure to please anyone on your list.

Buy! give! r eceive!

Purchase award-winning Bavarian cuisine and authentic microbrewed beers Purchase merchandise in our gift shop Use as a surprise Bavarian gift for friends near or far

it s easy as 1-2-3!

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Beautifully designed gift cards

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Before it was a bustling beer hall, Hofbruhaus was a quaint brewery and tap room in Munich, Germany. It still boasted the long tables and stein-wielding patrons, but it wasnt until right before the 300th anniversary that the brewery was removed to make more room for guests to enjoy the authentic brews, food and entertainment. Nearly 100 years later, replicas of the famous beer hall can be found all over the United States, and Chicago is proud to be one of the places guests can revel in Bavarian tradition.

Our interpretation includes the schwemme featuring nightly live entertainment, authentic German cuisine and an open-air biergarten much like the original Hofbruhaus in Munich. However, we decided there was always room for more excitement so we also offer the King Ludwig Roomthe perfect place for any celebration, and we even have our own microbrewery right on site, so the refreshing taste of Bavaria is never far away. Lets make beautiful history together.

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Phone: 847.671.BREW (2739) Web: HofbrauhausChicago.com E-mail: hb@hofbrauhauschicago.com

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KICK UP
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Drink your favorite Hofbruhaus Chicago beer in style with any of our four Bierstiefel (Beer Boots). These brew holders are brimming with fun and come in 1 (34 fl. oz) and 2 (68 fl. oz) liter glass, 2 liter plastic and the all-new lanyard model.

Beer Boots can be purchased in our gift shop and restaurant, so come in to hofbruhaus Chicago and try one on for size, today!

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At Hofbruhaus Chicago we may be known for our brews, but our German Engineered Taste also applies to our food. Our menu is full of authentic specialties prepared by the hands of German chefs and each dish is a must try. One of our most popular items is the Schnitzel Wiener Art a savory pork cutlet, pounded thin, breaded and cooked to a crispy golden brown. Served with cranberries and homemade Bavarian potato salad, this entre is a classic dish you are sure to love. Schnitzel is a popular dish enjoyed all over the world, from Germany all the way to Russia and Romania. There are also many styles of schnitzel. For instance, Hamburg-style Schnitzel is topped with a fried egg, while Holstein-style Schnitzel has a fried egg, anchovies and capers. There is even an un-breaded version known as Hunter-style that is topped with mushroom gravy. At Hofbruhaus Chicago we serve our Hunter-style Schnitzel with sptzle.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

sChNITZel
What are you waiting for? Try the schnitzel for yourself, today!

No matter how your schnitzel is served, one thing remains the same it goes great with any of our Hofbruhaus Chicago brews. Try it with our full-bodied premium lager or with our Dunkel for a rich finish.

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Lunch Specials
Giant Pork
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Monday
Currywurst: Grilled veal bratwurst topped with curry sauce, served with French fries

Monday Friday 11am 4pm

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Tuesday
Beer Bratl: Roast pork topped with onion gravy, served with mashed potatoes, root vegetables and fried onions

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Giant pork sausage on a baguette served with sauerkraut and French fries

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Friday
Beer-battered ocean cod, served with homemade Bavarian potato salad and tartar sauce
Gratuity and tax not included. No substitutions, please.

Delicious Dinner Specials

Fresh, Crispy Pork Shanks
Available every Saturday after 4pm!
Limited y! Availaebreileiatrly to order. h

to get Be sure is popular dish Th quickly! sells out

EVERy DAy IS LIkE OkTOBERFEST STARTING AT 11AM!

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HB-Winter Salad: Mixed greens tossed in HB-Beer Vinaigrette, topped with warm sauted shredded chicken and pretzel croutons

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CELEBRATE THE TASTE

847.671.BREW (2739) HofbrauhausChicago.com 5500 Park Place Rosemont, IL 60018