About Platz Beer Garden
History, hops and heart in Keene, NH
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Platz Beer Garden is a unique gathering place in downtown Keene, NH — built inside a beautifully restored historic church just off Central Square on Court Street.
With ~20 rotating taps, curated wines, German-inspired fare, live music, games, and space to hang out, Platz blends European beer hall energy with New England hospitality.
But more than that, it’s a place designed intentionally for connection.
A place where friends meet after work.
Where families gather over pretzels and giant chess.
Where conversations stretch longer than planned.
Where community comes alive again.
Our Mission
To create a welcoming gathering place that brings people together and strengthens community.
Platz exists to be more than a destination — it exists to build community and connection in Keene.
Community First
From live music most days to seasonal festivals, yoga mornings, and community events, Platz is designed to be active and welcoming.
We’ve created spaces that invite people to stay:
- Large communal tables
- A choir loft overlooking the hall
- Games and a giant chess set
- Areas for both lively celebration and quieter conversation
Platz is built for friends, families, neighbors, coworkers — anyone looking for a place to gather.
Sustainability at Platz
Sustainability is engrained into everything we do at Platz. From the walls around you to the pretzel on your plate, every decision is made with an eye toward minimizing our impact.
- Responsible adaptive reuse of a 150-year-old building
- Energy-efficient systems and modernized infrastructure
- Comprehensive composting and recycling to minimize landfill waste
- Thoughtful sourcing and vendors whose practices align with ours
- Preservation of architectural character for generations to come
Rather than building something new, we chose to breathe new life into a structure that has served Keene for generations. Rather than treating waste as an afterthought, we designed our operation to divert as much as possible from the landfill.
That reflects our values: stewardship, longevity, and respect for place.
A Story Rooted in History
For more than a century, this building stood as a center of community life.
Today, it stands once again as a place where people gather — just in a new way. We honor the history of the space while creating something distinctly modern: a vibrant beer hall filled with conversation, music, and shared experience.
The Restoration
Transforming a historic church into a modern beer garden required careful planning, creativity, and deep respect for the building’s character. From restoring stained glass to updating systems for efficiency and safety, every detail has been considered.