Hofbrauhaus

Starch, barley, and water. Three simple ingredients that together make one of the things Bavaria's most famous for. Do you know what it is? That's right, beer!
==Three ingredients are all you need to create this alcoholic beverage that you only need to be 15 to drink at the Hofbrauhaus in Germany (unless you're an American or Canadian citizen, then you still need to be 21). The oldest beer parlor in the world was founded in 1589. It may be the oldest, but it's still one of the most popular beer parlors in the world, because the beer is still handcrafted from recipies passed down since the 1500s. The reason why they are so popular is because the famous traditions, music, and food.== == The Hofbrauhaus isn't just about beer, though. There's awesome food, fun music, and the chance to dance. Th Schuhplatter dance, this is the dance where basically they hit their legs, get red, and wear funky clothes, is very popular in Munich. There are several stages in Hofbrauhaus, so even while one band may be taking a break, another band will get things hopping. == One thing that people remember from their visits to Hofbrauhaus is the gigantic steins of beer (or soda). It's amazing to see normal sized waitresses hauling around five, six, or even seven of these giant mugs and sliding them around the table to thirsty guests. The seating is equally memorable. There are very few places to get a private table, instead you sit with strangers, who, while having a drink and listening to Bavarian music, soon become friends. Being the oldest and most popular beer hall in the world, Hofbrauhaus has seen its share of famous customers. During the late 1700s, Mozart lived just a block away and is said to have visited the Hofbrauhaus each night before going home to write his opera Idomeneo. Russian leader, Vladimir Lenin, lived in Munich for a time after WWI and was a regular at the bar. Even Adolf Hitler visited Hofbrauhaus often, having many early meetings for the German Socialist party right there in the banquet rooms. Since, George W. Bush, John F. Kennedy, and dozens of other celebrities have visited. == So if you get the time, (since we are), don't go there just for the food, get a drink and have a great time with nostalgic dancing. Despite it's age, the Hofbrauhaus promises the time of your life with the three ingredient beer and the historic architecture. This place is something you will not regret. ==