German Excursion

About a week or so ago, April and I joined a bunch of co-workers on an excursion to an authentic German restaurant in Fort Worth on a Friday evening. I have been to Munich, Germany and had a lot of fun in the Haufbrau Haus - the polka band, the big long wooden tables that force you to meet new friends, the cameraderie - love that atmosphere!

Here are April and I at our table....

Apparently it's 'one of Fort Worth's finest'!

This was the cozy little nook near our table! I love dark restaurants and this one was dark and had LOTS of character and charm! But strangely, there were lots of Christmas decorations hanging from the ceiling.....the regulars say that they stay up all year....WEIRD!

Here is the main music/stage/dance floor area from the back of where the musicians play...

And of course, the beer steins - a staple in German restaurants, for sure!

Here's our table - probably about 12 of us.

Tiffany and Joe, taking advantage of the big beers!

Here's me cozying up to the accordion player in full lederhosen!

....and the obligatory photo op with said accordion player in lederhosen! I did it in Munich, I sure as hell am going to do it in Fort Worth!

This is the dance floor - but it was kind of a quiet night since the owner wasn't there - I guess it's a pretty hoppin' and crazy place when he's there and leading the band!

Had to get a picture by the Munchen (Munich) sign!

April and I just couldn't resist....I'm not too happy that I had to be the 'boy' with the tuba or whatever that is! HAHA!

Here's April......and the plethora of Christmas decorations?!?!

It was a fun night - and I just loved the front door - had to get that photo op!