Meat is a normal and often central part of everyday meals in Germany, especially pork, sausages, schnitzel, and roast dishes, so a meat-based main course is usually the default rather than a special occasion food. Vegetarian and vegan options are now widely available in cities, but in traditional restaurants and at events like a beer hall or Christmas market, meat-heavy dishes such as
Bratwurst or
currywurst are still the most typical choices.