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Old Munich Tavern & Grill

Eat. Drink. Enjoy.

Spirits, food and gaming on North Milwaukee Avenue since 1978.

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Twenty-Two Beers on Tap

Twenty-Two Beers on Tap

Hofbrau and Benediktiner out of Bavaria, Sam Adams and Stella alongside the domestics you already know. Twenty-two handles, all of them cold.

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Slots, Video Poker & More

Slots, Video Poker & More

Try your luck on our wall of slots and video poker, then rack up a game on one of our two pro pool tables or step up to the dart line. 21+ to play.

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Tavern Favorites

German classics and pub standards, out of the same kitchen since 1978.

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Bavarian Pretzel

Bavarian Pretzel

Served with German mustard and cheese sauce.

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Bratwurst

Bratwurst

On a brat bun with sauerkraut and German mustard.

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Jumbo or Boneless Wings

Jumbo or Boneless Wings

Plain, lemon pepper rub, or tossed in your sauce.

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Build a Burger

Build a Burger

Hand packed, never frozen, half pound, charbroiled.

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Fish & Chips

Fish & Chips

Fried Alaskan cod, fries, tartar sauce and garlic bread.

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Established in 1978

Established in 1978

Old Munich Tavern & Grill keeps the charm and character of its old glory days. The room is a blend of old-classic pre-prohibition comfort, single-bulb low light, and modern-day touches like our 22 beers on tap.

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The Tavern

Food, Beer, Biergarten, Games

Half-pound cheeseburger with onion rings beside German beer steins
The covered Biergarten behind Old Munich Tavern & Grill
Bavarian pretzel with German mustard and cheese sauce
The tap wall at Old Munich Tavern & Grill
Slot machines and the red-felt pool table in the gaming room

What Wheeling Says

Reviews from the regulars who already know where the pool table is.

Edith Enriquez

Edith Enriquez

I wanted to give Adele a well-deserved 5-star shoutout for being such a caring, attentive, and genuinely amazing bartender! From the moment we were there, she went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of throughout the morning. Her hospitality, positive energy, and attention to detail truly made our ... experience that much better. It’s one thing to provide good service, but it’s another to make people feel genuinely welcomed, comfortable, and appreciated, and Adele does exactly that! On top of the outstanding service, the drinks were fantastic, and the food menu was just as impressive! The chefs definitely cooked it up in the kitchen, especially with an incredible selection of wings. 🙏 Everything came together to make for a great experience, from the food and drinks to the atmosphere and, most importantly, the people taking care of us. What really stood out to me was how attentive and personable Adele was throughout our visit. She made sure we had what we needed, took the time to interact with us, and helped make the entire experience enjoyable. You can tell when someone genuinely cares about their customers and takes pride in what they do, and Adele absolutely embodies that kind of hospitality. People like her are a huge part of what makes a bar worth coming back to! I also want to give credit to the rest of the staff for contributing to such a great experience. Everyone deserves appreciation for the work they put in, and it definitely shows. Adele, thank you for the amazing service and for making our visit such a memorable one! You deserve all the recognition coming your way. If you’re looking for a place with fantastic drinks, great food, and genuinely wonderful service, this is the place to be. And if Adele is behind the bar, you’re in especially good hands! An easy 5/5 stars from me. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I wish every establishment had someone like Adele on their team. Keep doing what you’re doing, because your hard work, kindness, and hospitality do not go unnoticed. You’ve earned yourself a loyal customer, and I hope everyone who visits gets the chance to experience the same outstanding service we did!

les

les

I always have a good time at this bar and really enjoy how attentive the staff are. The bartenders, barbacks, and security always make the place feel welcoming and fun. Everyone is friendly and makes you feel comfortable, and I really like that it feels like the staff actually cares about the people there. The food is ... also really good, and every time I stop by or bring a friend, it’s always a good time. Definitely one of my favorite places to go!

omari perkins

omari perkins

This is the most hospitable place in the county! Not only is it a great place to vibe out and have a drink! THE FOOD IS OFF THE HOOK! Best FRIES IN ILLINOIS! The porksnitchel sammich might just spank you on the booty!

Ricardo K.

Ricardo K.

Old Munich Tavern & Grill is one of those places where the food & drinks are absolutely spot on! From the outside, it looks like a nice, welcoming restaurant, but once you walk in, you get that classic friendly neighborhood tavern atmosphere. The real stars here are the chefs. They will all bend over backwards to ... accommodate you in just about any way possible. Whether you want something changed, customized, or prepared a little differently, they are willing to work with you. No order seems too big or too complicated. And you have to give credit to the bartending staff—they can handle just about anything! They’re friendly, attentive, know their stuff, and know how to keep things moving even when the place gets busy. They really add to the welcoming atmosphere. WINK WINK There’s also plenty to do here. Upstairs, you’ll find gambling machines and a pool table, making it a great place to hang out, grab some food and drinks, and enjoy yourself. Another big plus is accessibility—each entrance is wheelchair accessible, making it easy for everyone to get in and enjoy the place. Great food, an accommodating chef, bartenders who can handle anything, and a relaxed atmosphere. This is the kind of neighborhood joint with many regulars. Definitely worth checking out!

Amanda Loutris

Amanda Loutris

I love this place. I first ventured here to hang out at karaoke night (every Wednesday) with my favorite karaoke host ever, Henry!!! He's the best KJ ever. Seriously. The Wed night vibes are impeccable. I absolutely adore the vibes of Old Munich, especially because of the incredible service from Nate and and Dina, ... two of the bartenders. They are extremely attentive without being overbearing and are seriously lovely and diligent humans. Thet are probably the most pleasant and competent bartenders I've ever met. Henry and Nate are individually wonderful reasons to roll up to this bar, but when they work together on Wednesday nights, it's truly perfection. Thanks, guys :)

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are you best known for?

Our kitchen leans German, and the plates people come back for prove it: the Bratwurst on a brat bun with sauerkraut and German mustard, Pork Schnitzel with Munich potato salad, and a warm Bavarian Pretzel with German mustard and cheese sauce. From the bar side of the menu, the Boneless Wings come eight or sixteen to an order, the Chicken Nachos feed the whole table, and the Cod Fish Sandwich is fried to order on a brioche bun.

What type of cuisine do you serve?

We are a German beer hall and grill, so the menu runs from German Food and German Beer to the American classics you want from a neighborhood tavern: hand-packed half-pound Burgers built to order, shareable appetizers, Deluxe Sandwiches with fries or Munich potato salad, and golden-fried Alaskan cod Fish And Chips.

What services do you offer?

The kitchen and the bar are open for Lunch and Dinner every day of the week. Order online for pickup or Delivery, book the room for Private Parties and group reservations, or ask us about Catering for your next get-together.

What areas do you serve?

Find Us on North Milwaukee

582 North Milwaukee Avenue. Parking out front, Biergarten out back.

Map of Old Munich & Tavern - 582 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL, 60090, US