Weihenstephaner Brewery to Open New Restaurant at Munich’s Platzl
Munich, July 28, 2026 – The Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan is set to open a new restaurant, ‘Weihenstephaner am Platzl,’ at Munich’s historic Platzl. The new establishment will occupy the premises previously home to celebrity chef Alfons Schuhbeck’s ‘Südtiroler Stuben.’ The project, which involved a complete gutting and core renovation, is expected to open its doors this autumn, following a 14-month construction period and a multi-million euro investment.
Markus Blume, the Bavarian State Minister for Science and Arts, along with Josef Schrädler, Director of the Bavarian State Brewery Weihenstephan, provided a tour of the construction site on Tuesday afternoon. Blume initially anticipated a “small renovation” but acknowledged that it evolved into a comprehensive core refurbishment.
Extensive Renovation and Delays
The planned summer opening had to be postponed due to unexpected challenges during the renovation. “I am glad that we have found such a proactive and financially strong partner in Weihenstephaner,” Blume stated. Schrädler added that the total investment in the project would amount to several million euros.
The property at Platzl, which Weihenstephaner partially shares with the Bavarian State Opera, has been completely transformed. No trace remains of Alfons Schuhbeck’s former restaurant, which operated there for nearly 20 years and even boasted a Michelin star at one point. Schuhbeck’s establishments, including the ‘Südtiroler Stuben,’ were closed following his conviction for tax evasion, insolvency fraud, and subsidy fraud. Today, only a spice shop in the Orlando House bears his name.
A Blend of Tradition and Modernity
Schrädler promises that the new restaurant will combine tradition and modernity, moving away from the baroque splendor of the former ‘Südtiroler Stuben.’ “The tension between high-tech and history defines our brand,” he explained. Despite the ongoing construction, significant progress has been made on the interior.
The new floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Platzl are already complete and can be fully opened in summer, allowing guests to enjoy views of the square from the standing bar area. A souvenir shop featuring brewery merchandise will also be located at the entrance. Beyond this, a few steps lead up to the main dining area, which is designed to accommodate approximately 190 guests. An additional 140 seats will be available on the outdoor terrace.
The restaurant will also feature a spatially separate ‘Salettl’ with about 40 seats and a smaller room at the back, adjacent to the kitchen. A highlight in the main dining area is the bar counter, adorned with marbled and glittering gneiss from the Valsertal, which Schrädler estimates to be over 20 million years old.
Culinary Experience and Management
Another unique feature is the large ‘Kuchltisch’ (kitchen table) located directly opposite the serving counter, which can be booked by groups of up to 17 people for beer tastings. Guests will be able to sample Weihenstephaner’s range of beers, paired with small dishes prepared by the kitchen team, all while overlooking the open kitchen.
The restaurant will be managed by Sebastian Zinner, a trained chef, along with his wife Cornelia Zinner and his brother Ferdinand Zinner. The Zinner family is known for their catering business, the ‘Wirtshaus Zinner’ in Taufkirchen, the ‘Weinhäusl’ at Wiener Platz, and a wine tavern in Utzschneiderstraße. For Cornelia Zinner, who studied brewing at Weihenstephan, this collaboration with the traditional Freising brewery is particularly significant.
Weihenstephaner’s Presence in Munich
The ‘Weihenstephaner am Platzl’ will be the first restaurant in Munich to bear the brewery’s name. This marks the presence of the second Bavarian state brewery, alongside Hofbräu, in the heart of the city, in close proximity to the Hofbräuhaus. While the price of a half-liter of Weihenstephaner beer is yet to be determined, Schrädler indicated that it would be competitive with the local market and certainly less expensive than at the Oktoberfest. Schrädler estimates that the first beer could be tapped at ‘Weihenstephaner am Platzl’ around mid-September, coinciding with the start of the Oktoberfest.
The opening of ‘Weihenstephaner am Platzl’ is eagerly anticipated as it promises to add a new dimension to Munich’s vibrant culinary scene, blending rich brewing tradition with a modern dining experience in a historic location.
Source: https://www.sueddeutsche.de/muenchen/muenchen-wirtshaus-am-platzl-weihenstephan-schuhbeck-li.3522207
