Restaurants & Bars

Scholz Garten In Austin Plans Chili Cook-Off, Crawfish Boil

Back for a second year, the pair of popular events are scheduled in February at America's longest-running beer biergarten.

Back for a second year, a pair of popular events are scheduled in February at America's longest-running beer biergarten.
Back for a second year, a pair of popular events are scheduled in February at America's longest-running beer biergarten. (Tony Cantú/Patch staff)

AUSTIN, TX — Let the good times roll. Scholz Garten — the longest running Biergarten in the U.S. — is bringing back two of its popular events in February: The Chili Cook-Off and the Fat Tuesday Crawfish Boil.

Both events are returning for a second year. Here are the details:

Saturday, February 22 - 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off

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  • From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Scholz Garten will host their free and open to the public 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off with music provided by DJ Island Time. Chili samples will be provided beginning at 2 p.m. until sold out and winners will be announced at 4:30 p.m. from Wayne Vermillion.

Image courtesy of Scholz Garten, used with permission.

Tuesday, February 25 - 2nd Annual Fat Tuesday Crawfish Boil

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  • From 5 to 10 p.m., Scholz Garten will host their 2nd Annual Fat Tuesday Crawfish Boil offering hot crawfish until it runs out, as well as Abita Beer and Hurricane specials all night! Live music will be provided by Charles Thibodeaux & the Austin Cajun Aces from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and DJ Island Time from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Image courtesy of Scholz Garten, used with permission.

ABOUT SCHOLZ GARTEN

Known as the longest running Biergarten in America and oldest restaurant, bar, and music venue in Texas, Scholz has been established as an Austin favorite for UT fans, music lovers, and families to enjoy traditional German food and beers from local breweries and more. Scholz Garten offers an all-day, full-service lunch and dinner menu comprised of modern-day twists on traditional German dishes in addition to salads, sandwiches, and specialties. Imported German beers, local draft beers, and specialty cocktails are offered at Scholz. Scholz Garten is located at 1607 San Jacinto Blvd., and is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m.

For more information, visit www.scholzgarten.com or follow Scholz on Facebook and Instagram.

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