Roasted half-chicken seasoned with salt and parsley, famously consumed in large quantities during Oktoberfest.
5 top-rated spots found
Widely considered the gold standard for year-round roast chicken in Munich. The aroma of their rotisserie greets you the moment you step off the U-Bahn at Goetheplatz. It maintains a gritty, authentic Munich pub atmosphere that hasn't changed in decades.
📍 Lindwurmstraße 32, 80337 Munich · View on Maps
As the oldest chicken grill at Oktoberfest (since 1885), Ammer set the benchmark by serving exclusively organic chicken since 2000. While more expensive than other tents, the meat quality and ethical sourcing are noticeably superior.
📍 Theresienwiese, 80336 Munich · View on Maps
Eating a Hendl under the ancient chestnut trees of Munich's most iconic beer garden is a rite of passage. The chicken is consistently juicy, and the vibe of thousands of people clinking Steins is unmatched.
📍 Arnulfstraße 52, 80335 Munich · View on Maps
A successful rebranding of the traditional rotisserie concept, focusing on high-quality regional sourcing and a cozy, modern interior. It offers a cleaner, more refined dining experience than traditional smoke-filled Hendl huts.
📍 Anzinger Str. 2, 81671 Munich · View on Maps
This is where locals go when they want the best price-to-performance ratio. It lacks the central-city polish but makes up for it with massive portions and a perfectly salted, crispy skin that rivals the big tents.
📍 Landsbergerstr. 499, 81241 Munich · View on Maps