Oktoberfest 2025: A Single Steak Reaches an Unprecedented 200 Euros in Price

The 2025 Oktoberfest is gearing up to be a gastronomic extravaganza, with a wide array of options for vegetarians and vegans at every tent. Here's a sneak peek at the prices, specialities, and cost differences across the tents.

Food prices for the upcoming Oktoberfest will be finalised by September 20th. However, some details have already been revealed. For instance, a half chicken will cost between 17.20 euros and 24.90 euros, while a half pork knuckle will range from 22.90 euros to 27.80 euros. The most expensive half pork knuckle can be found at the Paulaner Festzelt, priced at 27.80 euros, but the Boandlkramer offers the lowest price at 22.90 euros.

The Paulaner Festzelt also stands out for offering a bio-chicken for 24.50 euros. On the other hand, the Augustiner Festhalle and the Bräuhaus offer a half pork knuckle for 24.90 euros. The Bräuhaus and Boandlkramer offer the most variety in vegetarian and plant-based options. The Ochsenbraterei shines with its vegan variants, making it a popular choice for vegans attending the fest.

Steak lovers will find a few expensive options on the menu. The most expensive dish at the Oktoberfest is the Tomahawk Steak served in the Bräurosl tent, priced at 179 euros for the classic version and 229 euros for the truffle edition. This hefty steak, weighing about 1.3 kg, is intended for up to four people and includes black truffle and truffle Béarnaise sauce. Other expensive dishes include half a chicken, with notable price differences across tents like 17.20 euros in Augustiner and 24.50 euros in Paulaner tents.

Guests can also indulge in other Bräuhaus offerings such as a Zwiebelrostbraten for 42.50 euros and a Ribeye steak for 44.50 euros. The menu also includes a vegetable schnitzel and a baked pumpkin.

As for traditional favourites, the portion of cheese noodles will mostly cost around 20 euros. Obatzda, a popular Bavarian cheese spread, will be priced between 14.90 euros and 17.80 euros. The Boandlkramer offers a half chicken for 18.50 euros.

In comparison to the previous year, prices have increased significantly for steak dishes, while half chicken and pork knuckle prices remain relatively similar. The exact prices for all dishes at the 2025 Oktoberfest have not yet been published in full. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the event!