Brotzeit Lokal Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Brotzeit Lokal, a beloved beer garden in Oakland, CA offering a German-inspired menu with a focus on Breakfast & Brunch. This casual spot has it all - from vegan options to a full bar, outdoor seating, and even gender-neutral restrooms. With options for takeout, delivery, and catering, Brotzeit Lokal truly has something for everyone. Their plastic-free packaging and reusable tableware show a commitment to sustainability. The cozy atmosphere is perfect for groups, families, or even a solo dining experience. Don't miss their happy hour specials on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights. Whether you're in the mood for authentic German dishes or just looking for a fun spot to grab a beer, Brotzeit Lokal has you covered. Enjoy a taste of Germany right in the heart of Oakland.
Cider & Kombucha
BRLO Rose Cider .oz Bottle
.% Our organic apple cider has a crush on rhubarb and pomegranate. Fruity, fresh and with a pleasantly bitter note. The perfect aperitif for a sparkling start to the afternoon, evening or the whole night.
Bembel Kirsch Cherry Cider .oz Can
Germany- Apple Cider. Hard - .% ABV. The dryness of the Odenwalder Apfelwein meets a sweet rascal. A tantalizing mix with a summery cherry flavor.
Bembel Wacken Lemonade Apfelwein .oz Can
% cider + % aronia lemonade with guarana (caffeinated),% vol. | ,l can | Naturally gluten-free | Vegan
Bereziatua Sour Sidra ml Bottle
% Natural cider from Astigarraga. Blend of natural wild apples such as Txalaka, Urtebia, Judeline and Judor. This cider is produced using advanced methods while maintaining tradition and followed by fermentation in wooden and stainless steel vats for a minimum of months.
KYLA Lavender Lemonade Kombucha oz Can
.% ABV See the world through purple-colored glasses. Fragrant lavender flowers, hibiscus and bright lemon shine in Sunbreaks Lavender Lemonade Hard Kombucha. When life gave us lavender, we made a refreshing, bubbling and boochie twist on classic lemonade. One for you, one for a friend we call that aroma-share-apy.
Cranberry Apple Shrub Mocktail
Non-alcoholic house-made strawberry and kiwi shrub, the perfect balance of sweet and sour, topped with sparkling water and lime
Mango Mule Mocktail
Mango puree, lime juice & Fentinmans craft ginger beer.
Yuzu & Tamarind Spritz Mocktail
Fever-Tree sparkling lime & Yuzu with tamarind and a splash of lemon
Lyre's Amalfi Spritz ml Can
Think non-alcoholic Aperol Spritz! The sweetness from orange is perfectly fused with the complex and astringent flavors of rhubarb, finishing dry and deliciously refreshing.
Lie-bations
Soft Drinks
Housemade Lemonade
Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
Arnold Palmer
Mexican Coke ml Bottle
Mexican -Up ml Bottle
Almdudler Herbal Soda
Almdulder is an iconic Viennese soft drink made from a blend of natural alpine herbs, beet sugar, citric acid and soda water. It is highly refreshing, slightly tangy, and lightly sparkling with a pleasant herbal aftertaste. Invented in by Erwin Klein in Vienna Austria.
Coke Zero
Abita Root Beer
Fentimans Ginger Beer
Pellegrino Sparkling Mineral Water ml
San Pellegrino Blood Orange Soda
Martinelli's Sparkling Apple Juice oz
Fevertree Tonic Water
By blending luscious botanical oils with spring water and quinine of the highest quality from the 'fever trees' from the eastern hill ranges of the Democratic Republic of Congo, we have created a delicious, award-winning tonic waterFLAVOR: The subtle and supportive citrus and fruit notes are perfectly balanced by the bitterness of the quinine to create a uniquely clean and refreshing tasteNATURALLY SOURCED: Our Fever-Tree Indian Tonic, made with naturally sourced quinine and botanicals, contains no artificial sweeteners, flavorings or preservativesPREMIUM MIXER: Perfect in a Gin and Tonic, Vodka and Tonic, or simply as a sophisticated soft drink on its ownTEXTURE: High carbonation delivers the aromas and taste in a classic, refreshing style
Fevertree Club Soda
By using soft spring water, bicarbonate of soda and a high level of carbonation, we've have created a delicious Club Soda with a delicate aroma. Perfect for bringing out the best flavours of the finest whiskiesFLAVOR: Our Club Soda has a silky smooth texture created by using the finest spring water (which has a low mineral content) and a high level of carbonation; it has no aroma so it can more effectively bring to life the flavours of the premium spirit it's being mixed withNATURALLY SOURCED: Our Club Soda is our simplest product. After our natural spring water is carbonated with lots of very fine bubbles, we add Bicarbonate of Soda, which is used to add a minerality that enhances naturally occuring flavours in the spirits it's paired withPREMIUM MIXER: Perfect in a Whiskey Soda, Vodka Soda, Tequila Soda or as a refreshing soft drink on its own
Coors Banquet Beer (Bumble Bee) Shorty oz Bottles
Coors Banquet Beer Shorty (Bumbel Bee)oz Bottle. The iconic beer from Adolph Coors Company
Makku Korean Rice Beer oz Can (Gluten Free)
.% ABV - Gluten Free - A modern take on a thousand-year old Korean classic. Our original brew is a delightful experience with a smooth and hazy texture, a kiss of sweetness, partially tart, and a light, bubbly charm. Give Makku a quick shake and enjoy!
Daura Lager (Gluten Free) ml Bottle
.% ABV Daura is a golden colour with shades of amber and slight hints of green. It is clean and sparkling. The head is cream-coloured and long lasting. The abundant bubbles are delicate and lively. The generous aroma is of fresh spices.
Erdinger Alkoholfrei (Non-Alcoholic)
Our non-alcoholic beer is a true multi-talent. Spicy malt notes harmonize excellently with caramel-sweet nuances. Enjoyment is enhanced by the stimulating ...
Figueroa Mountain Non-Alcoholic Hoppy Poppy IPA oz Can
A non-alcoholic version of our Hoppy Poppy IPAGolden poppies are ubiquitous around California; its why we named our IPA after it. And our love for that beer is just as ubiquitous so we wanted to make a version that we could drink anytime. Enter our new Non-Alcoholic Hoppy Poppy. Every bit as delicious as the classic, but with less than .% alcohol.
Orval Trappist Ale ml Bottle
.% ABV. Sunset-orange color; a fruity and slightly acidic bouquet, firm body, profound hop bitterness, and long, dry finish. Orval is bottled with Brettanomyces, a yeast strain that leads to superb dry complexity and ageworthiness.The Abbey of Orval is located near Florenville, Belgium in the provence of Luxembourg. The present brewery was completed in , at which time the skittle (pin)-shaped bottle and Orval chalice were introduced. (Brewery, bottle, and chalice were all designed by architect Henry Vaes.) In the middle ages, Orval was famous for producing its iron decoration as well as beer. The abbey was gutted by fire in & repaired, then was destroyed during the French Revolution.
Russian River Pliny The Elder ml Bottle
Pliny the Elder is a double IPA brewed with amarillo, centennial, CTZ and simcoe hops. The beer clocks in at percent ABV, consistent with the beer style, and it's credited with popularizing the double IPA.
Trappist Rochefort - ml Bottle
.% ABV. Deep brown color; the flavor is vigorous and complex, with firm body to support the strength. The aroma has elusive notes of fresh fruit, spice, leather, and figs.Originally called "Special," Rochefort dates to the mid-s. The name comes from the original gravity in "Belgian degrees."
Veltins Pilsner .oz Can
.% ABV This premium German pilsner is one of the countries' most recognisable lager. Brewed under the German purity law using natural spring water from its' own mountain this pilsner.
Weltenberger Marzen .L Can
.% ABV The beer is a lovely clear amber colour, giving an aroma of caramel and bready malt with a hint of fruit and grassy, floral hops. A rich caramel malt body dominates the taste, quite sweet right up front but it is steadily balanced out by the grassy hop bitterness from Hercules, Perle and Tradition hops used.
Underberg
Underberg is a digestif bitter produced at Rheinberg in Germany by Underberg AG, made from aromatic herbs from countries, which undergo inspections and are based on a secret Underberg family recipe whose members are personally responsible for the production of the drink.
Canned & Bottled Beer
Starters
Konigsberger Appetizer
Two veal meatballs served with caper & lemon butter sauce
Kartoffelkloe & Mushroom Gravy
Our house-made potato dumplings with shiitake, oyster & cremini mushroom gravy
Potato Pancakes
Made with Organic Yukon Gold potatoes, flour, egg, and green onion. Served with sour cream and house-made apple sauce.
Basket Of Fries
Hand cut chipperbecs, twice fried. Add garlic +
Onion Rings
Thick-cut sweet yellow onions, beer battered & deep fried
Calamari
Fresh Squid, beer battered, deep fried and served with sriracha aioli
Bavarian Bretzel
Salted Bavarian Bretzel
Bretzel And Obadzta
Our Bavarian Bretzel served with Obatzda, a traditional biergarten favorite: Brie, cream cheese, herbs and a splash of Veltins Pilsner.
Bier Snack Platter
House-made Venison Braunschweiger (German Pate), German salami, Obadtza, local honey, spicy peanuts, pickled egg & veggies served with a warm salted bretzel
Pickled Veggie Plate (GF)
House pickled veggies & a pickled egg
Spicy Peanuts (GF)
Spicy house-made bacon fat peanuts
Spinach/Strawberry Salad
Organic spinach with warmed strawberries. Served with shaved fennel, Laura panko crusted goat cheese & spiced candied walnuts add fried or grilled chicken +
Wild Game Sausage Platter
Wild Game Platter: One smoked California Duck Bockwurst & one Montana Venison sausage with fresh herbs served with hand-made spatzle, red cabbage, sauerkraut & warm salted bretzel(GF ) gluten free with modifier, no bretzel or spatzle
Konigsberger Klopse
Veal meatballs served with caper & lemon butter sauce, hand-made spatzle and red-cabbage
Brotzeit Sausage Platter
Choose any two sausages, served with hand-made spatzle noodles & sauerkraut cooked with bacon - add a warmed bretzel + $If you would like two of the same sausages please specify in the special instructionsSAUSAGE DESCRIPTIONS:Andouille - Smoked pork, pepper & herbs, medium spicyBratwurst - Pork, heavy cream, white wine, nutmegField Roast Spicy Vegan - Wheat gluten, spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano +$Italian Herbed Chicken - Chicken, roasted red bell pepper, parsley, garlic, white wineKnackwurst - ground pork, veal, beef and garlic, smoked over European Oak +$Nurnberger - Traditional narrow link, pork veal, cream, caraway Special Game - Ask your server +$Tongue & Cheek - Locally farmed pork tongue and cheek, salt, pepper, celery, cardamom, corianderWeisswurst - Veal, pork, fine grind, cream, egg, parsley, chives +$Wurzige - Pork, cayenne, garlic, paprika, medium spicy(GF ) gluten free with modifier, ask ser
Lokal Wurst On A Roll
Choice of any sausage on a roll, with pickled red onion and crisp sauerkraut, add pickled jalapeno or curry ketchup on request. Choose your sausage and toppings below. Choose house-cut kennebec fries or mixed greens with vinaigrette.SAUSAGE DESCRIPTIONS:Andouille - Smoked pork, pepper & herbs, medium spicyBratwurst - Pork, heavy cream, white wine, nutmegField Roast Spicy Vegan - Wheat gluten, spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano +$Italian Herbed Chicken - Chicken, roasted red bell pepper, parsley, garlic, white wineKnackwurst - ground pork, veal, beef and garlic, smoked over European Oak +$Nurnberger - Traditional narrow link, pork veal, cream, caraway Special Game - Ask your server +$Tongue & Cheek - Locally farmed pork tongue and cheek, salt, pepper, celery, cardamom, corianderWeisswurst - Veal, pork, fine grind, cream, egg, parsley, chives Wurzige - Pork, cayenne, garlic, paprika, medium spicy(GF ) gluten free
Pan Roasted Salmon
Pan Roasted Salmon Served with roasted seasonal vegetables, roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes and topped with butter, fresh lemon and capers
Traditional German Sauerbraten
Brined and braised Angus tri-tip beef served with spatzle & rotkohl
House Smoked Bavarian Pork Chop
Our thick cut European Oak smoked pork chop, served with hand-made spatzle, rotkohl & Swedish lingonberry preserves.
Jagerschnitzel
Pork cutlet with paprika and other spices, mushroom gravy made with seasonal mushrooms and served with hand-made spatzle and red-cabbage.
Leberkase
Traditional Bavarian veal loaf, served with hand-made spatzle noodles, rotkohl & house fermented sauerkraut served with marble rye
Wurst Family Platter
Choice of six sausages and comes with sauerkraut, spatzle, salad & fries - add a warmed bretzel + $serves -SAUSAGE DESCRIPTIONS:Andouille - Smoked pork, pepper & herbs, medium spicyBratwurst - Pork, heavy cream, white wine, nutmegField Roast Spicy Vegan - Wheat gluten, spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano +$ Italian Herbed Chicken - Chicken, roasted red bell pepper, parsley, garlic, white wineKnackwurst - ground pork, veal, beef and garlic, smoked over European Oak +$Nurnberger - Traditional narrow link, pork veal, cream, caraway Special Game - Ask your server +$Tongue & Cheek - Locally farmed pork tongue and cheek, salt, pepper, celery, cardamom, corianderWeisswurst - Veal, pork, fine grind, cream, egg, parsley, chives +$Wurzige - Pork, cayenne, garlic, paprika, medium spicyIf you would like more than one of the of the same sausage just specify in the special instructions, thanks!
Spicy Veggie Wurst On A Roll
Vegan Field Roast spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano, on a roll piled with our house-made coleslaw (not vegan), add pickled jalapeno on request. Choose house-cut kennebec fries or mixed greens with vinaigrette.
Wiener Schnitzel
Breaded pork cutlet with fries, house-made apple sauce and a lemon wedge.
Fish & Chips
Hand beer-battered fillets, French fries, and spicy coleslaw.
Clam Chowder Bowl
Creamy New England style chowder, house-made with clams, bacon and fresh vegetables - add a warmed bretzel + $
Schweinshaxe
Whole braised pork shank with sauerkraut, mixed greens and hand-made spatzle noodles.
Schlacht Platter
Braised whole pork shank, choice of five house sausages, sauerkraut, red cabbage, spatzle & a bretzel (serves ~-)SAUSAGE DESCRIPTIONS:Andouille - Smoked pork, pepper & herbs, medium spicyBratwurst - Pork, heavy cream, white wine, nutmegField Roast Spicy Vegan - Wheat gluten, spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano +$Italian Herbed Chicken - Chicken, roasted red bell pepper, parsley, garlic, white wineNurnberger- Traditional narrow link, pork veal, cream, caraway Special Game - Ask your server +$Weisswurst - Veal, pork, fine grind, cream, egg, parsley, chives +$Wurzige - Pork, cayenne, garlic, paprika, medium spicy
Classic Kasespatzle
House-made spatzle noodles baked with Swiss cheese. The Classic Kasespatzle is served with grilled onions.
Trufflespatzle
House-made spatzle noodles baked with Swiss cheese. The Trufflespatzle is topped with sauteed seasonal mushrooms.
Wurstspatzle
House-made spatzle noodles baked with Swiss cheese. The Wurstspatzle is topped with a house sausage & our spicy brown mustard made with Pilsner.SAUSAGE DESCRIPTIONS:Andouille - Smoked pork, pepper & herbs, medium spicyBratwurst - Pork, heavy cream, white wine, nutmegField Roast Spicy Vegan - Wheat gluten, spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano +$Italian Herbed Chicken - Chicken, roasted red bell pepper, parsley, garlic, white wineKnackwurst - ground pork, veal, beef and garlic, smoked over European Oak +$Nurnberger - Traditional narrow link, pork veal, cream, caraway Special Game - Ask your serverTongue & Cheek - Locally farmed pork tongue and cheek, salt, pepper, celery, cardamom, corianderWeisswurst - Veal, pork, fine grind, cream, egg, parsley, chives +$Wurzige - Pork, cayenne, garlic, paprika, medium spicy
Jagerspatzle
House-made spatzle noodles baked with Swiss cheese. The Jagerspatzle is topped with pork cutlet & covered in mushroom gravy.
Brotzeit Lokal Favorites
Burgers, Sandwiches & Salads
Schnitzel Sandwich
Breaded pork cutlet on a brioche bun, swiss cheese, organic arugula, pickled onions & Dusseldorf honey mustard. Served with fries or green salad, or sub onion rings +
Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad
Roasted golden and ruby red beets, Cara cara orange & ruby red grapefruit segments, organic arugula and Laura Chenel goat cheese with toasted almonds, balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled Portobello Sandwich
Grilled Portobello on a brioche bun with fire roasted peppers, arugula, avocado, caramelized onions served with salad or fries(GF ) gluten free with modifier, sub bun for lettuce wrap, no fries
Oma's Sweet & Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Buttermilk fried Rosie's chicken breast topped with our spicy Oakland Hills honey glaze, cilantro, house-made coleslaw with jalapenos & Sriracha aioli on a roll. Served with a choice of fries or green salad.
Lokal Burger
Organic grass-finished beef, lettuce, tomato, onions, and a house brined pickle spear served on a brioche bun.(GF ) gluten free with modifier, sub bun for lettuce wrap, no fries
Arugula Salad
Organic Arugula, Asian pears, shaved parmesan, asiago & romano, toasted almonds, toasted pear dressing (GF)
Caesar Salad
Heart of Romaine, shaved parmesan, anchovies, salted bretzel croutons, house-made dressing(GF ) gluten free with modifier, no croutons
Salted Bavarian Bretzel Bread Pudding
Warm bread pudding is made with our Bavarian bretzels, golden organic raisins & Grand Marnier. Served with fresh berries, Creme Anglaise and a caramel drizzle
Nutella Chocolate Cheesecake
With caramel drizzle & whipped cream
Salted Caramel Cheesecake
Apple Struedel
Flaky, buttery crust and a juicy, spiced apple filling, caramel drizzle & whipped cream
Underberg
Underberg is a digestif bitter produced at Rheinberg in Germany by Underberg AG, made from aromatic herbs from countries, which undergo inspections and are based on a secret Underberg family recipe whose members are personally responsible for the production of the drink.
Sweets
Sides
Side Sauerkraut Cooked With Bacon (GF)
Side Crisp Raw Vegan Sauerkraut (GF)
Side Spatzle
Side Rotkohl (Red Cabbage) (GF)
Side Spicy Coleslaw (GF)
Side Mushroom Gravy
Side Avocado (GF)
Side Obadzta
Side Two Eggs (GF)
Side Bacon (GF)
Side Ham (GF)
Side Home Fries
Side Toast
Side English Muffin
Side Coleslaw (GF)
Deli: Sausages Regular
-packs (~ lb) of our house sausages.
Deli: Special Game Sausages - () -
-pack of our special game sausage. Call for information. This one changes frequently. We often get pheasant, boar, venison, duck and occasionally bear & elk.
Deli: Spatzle
oz of hand-made noodles made fresh daily. Ready to saute with butter and serve with your favorite German sausages
Deli: Fresh Raw Sauerkraut
oz of fresh house-made sauerkraut. Crisp, vegan and probiotic.
Deli: Rotkhol/Red Cabbage
oz of our traditional house-made rotkhol, like your Oma used to make. Made with red cabbage, apples, red onions, vinegar and spices.
Deli: House-Made Spicy Brown Mustard
oz jar of the house-made spicy brown mustard that we serve at Brotzeit Lokal.
Deli: Honey Mustard
oz jar of the honey dusseldorf mustard that we serve at Brotzeit Lokal.
Deli: Raw Local Oakland Honey
oz mason jar
Deli: House-Made Habanero Sauce
oz bottle
Deli Items - Cook at Home
Merchandise & Gift Certificates
Brotzeit Lokal Trucker Hat
Brotzeit Lokal Zip-Up Hoodie
Brotzeit Lokal T-Shirts
Gift Certificates
Brotzeit Lokal Tulip Glassware Oz
Brotzeit Lokal Tumbler Glassware Oz
Brotzeit Lokal Embroidered Patch
Crab Benedict
Alaskan King Crab, fresh avocado & tomato over our German potato pancakes. Poached eggs and house made hollandaise. Served with organic green salad w/house vinaigrette.
Winter Veggie Hash
Roasted butternut squash, Yukon Gold potato, organic spinach, caramelized onions, red bell peppers, two poached eggs & hollandaise
Goat Cheese & Spinach Omelette
Laura Chenel goat cheese, organic spinach, cremini mushrooms, grilled onions, home fries and marble rye
Challah French Toast
Cinnamon twist Challah French toast with Grand Marnier, orange zest served with mixed berries & pure Vermont maple syrup
Leberkase Benedict
Our house-made l Bavarian veal loaf over our German potato pancakes, with poached eggs and house made hollandaise. Served with organic greens tossed in a light vinaigrette.(GF ) gluten free with modifier, sub Portobello for potato pancakes by request +
Eggs Benedict
Brotzeit's own house-cured ham, two poached eggs over German potato pancakes with house made hollandaise. Served with mixed organic greens tossed in a light house vinaigrette.(GF ) gluten free with modifier, sub Portobello for potato pancakes by request +
Veggie Benedict
Tomato & avocado over German potato pancakes with poached eggs and house made hollandaise. Served with mixed organic greens w/house vinaigrette.(GF ) gluten free with modifier, sub Portobello for potato pancakes by request +
Spicy Sausage Benedict
Butterflied spicy Wurzige sausage with house-made habanero sauce, two poached eggs, fresh made hollandaise served with home frieswarning, spicy!(GF ) gluten free with modifier, sub salad for home fries
Schnitzel Stack
A wiener schnitzel, over-easy egg, and gravy piled on an English muffin, with home fries
Wurst & Eggs
Two eggs any style, choice of house sausage with home fries & toastSAUSAGE DESCRIPTIONS:Andouille - Smoked pork, pepper & herbs, medium spicyBratwurst - Pork, heavy cream, white wine, nutmegField Roast Spicy Vegan - Wheat gluten, spicy chipotle plant-based sausage seasoned with cumin seeds and oregano +$Italian Herbed Chicken - Chicken, roasted red bell pepper, parsley, garlic, white wineKnackwurst - ground pork, veal, beef and garlic, smoked over European Oak +$Nurnberger - Traditional narrow link, pork veal, cream, caraway Special Game - Ask your server +$Weisswurst - Veal, pork, fine grind, cream, egg, parsley, chives +$Wurzige - Pork, cayenne, garlic, paprika, medium spicy
Zwei Eier
Two eggs any style with a choice of our house cured bacon or house cured ham. served with organic Yukon Gold home fries.