A Foodie's Guide to Munich: Exploring the City's Diverse Culinary Scene

One of the best things about visiting a new place is the variety of delicious dishes you’ll get to try as you explore. In a vibrant, thrilling city like Munich, you’re in for some truly tasty treats thanks to the city’s wide selection of meals that cater to every palate.

The food in Munich features a broad mix of traditional Bavarian cuisine and international restaurants with exotic food from around the globe. If you’re a foodie, you’re in for an adventure of a lifetime! But with so much to choose from it can be overwhelming to pick which scrumptious dish to try or restaurant to visit – especially if you don’t have the time to dine at all of them.

Here’s our quick guide to some great dishes you can try and where to find this food in Munich so you won’t miss out on the amazing cuisine the city has to offer.

Traditional Bavarian Food In Munich

Bavarian culinary offerings are essential to try when you’re visiting Munich. Not only do they include a wide selection of tasty dishes, but many also offer a glimpse into German history. The dishes typically consist of meat like Weisswurst sausages, Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle), and Schweinebruten (roast pork), with some yummy dumplings to top it all off.

While staying at King’s Hotel First Class, you can find exceptional Bavarian delicacies just a 9-minute walk away at Münchner Stubn, an authentic Bavarian restaurant that’s perfect for anyone who wants to sample great German food. It all tastes as good as it looks, giving you the ultimate feast for your eyes and your tummy. And it’s a great place to not only enjoy amazing food in Munich but also meet up with friends or make new ones over their wide selection of local beers.

Another great option offering organic Bavarian dishes is Klinglwirt. Although it’s further from KING’s Hotels, it’s worth visiting as it offers some of the best Bavarian food in Munich.

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International Restaurants in Munich

When you need a little taste of home while you’re away, there are plenty of international restaurants you can explore with food from around the globe.

Savanna South African Restaurant Munich

The Savanna Munich restaurant serves South African cuisine, including traditional stews, biltong (cured beef), ostrich burgers, sweet potato chips, and many other delicacies from the country. The restaurant is just a 10-minute drive away from KING’s Hotels so you don’t have to travel far to enjoy a taste of the rainbow nation’s traditional dishes in a savanna-inspired setting.

Blue Nile Restaurant

Specialising in East African dishes, the Blue Nile Restaurant serves some of the best Ethiopian dishes. The short 10-minute drive to this place gives you a chance to sight-see the beautiful city of Munich from the comfort of your ride as you make your way to the restaurant.

Pizzeria Coccinella

In the mood for some Italian food in Munich? Then look no further than Pizzeria Coccinella. Located a mere 3-minute walk away from KING’s Hotel First Class, the restaurant is a great place to go for a taste of Italian culture in a cosy setting.

Sushi MIYU Japanese Restaurant

At Sushi Miyu, you’re completely spoiled for choice when it comes to traditional Japanese cuisine. It’s just an 8-minute stroll to this restaurant from KING’s First Class Hotel.

With live cooking, you can watch the chefs at work while you wait for your choice of delicious sushi to arrive in front of you on the conveyor belt.

Popular All-Vegan Diners/Restaurants In Munich

Finding a place serving all-vegan food in Munich is as easy as (vegan) pie. These restaurants offer delicious plant-based food, plus plenty of options to choose from too.

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Soy Vegan Munchen

Located a 12-minute walk away from KING’s First Class Hotel, Soy Vegan München offers a variety of vegan Vietnamese dishes. According to reviews, the dishes are very well prepared and taste amazing. Even non-vegans can enjoy delicious plant-based meals if they choose to take a break from meaty dishes and try something different.

Max Pett... Das vegane Restaurant

Another great vegan restaurant option is Max Pett…Das vegane Restaurant. A mere 15-minute walk from KING’s Hotel First Class, the restaurant is ideal for a filling breakfast, offering delicious options like scrambled tofu, Bircher muesli, pancakes, white sausage, and classic croissants, plus much more.

frischfutter München

The frischfutter München restaurant is one of many places offering both vegan and vegetarian food in Munich. It’s just around the corner from KING’s Hotel First Class – a mere 3-minute stroll. Although it leans more towards vegan dishes, there are several vegetarian options to choose from too.

There you can enjoy their variety of fresh bowls with fresh, healthy ingredients combined in a single bowl with rice or coconut for a perfectly balanced, energizing meal. For example, the Buddah Bowl is packed with yummy marinated tofu, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy sauce of coconut and peanut to top it all off.

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Hidden Gem Restaurants In Munich

There are plenty of popular restaurants to visit and enjoy great-tasting food in Munich. But some of the best places are those lesser-known eateries or restaurants; the hidden gems just waiting for you to discover them.

Kindl & Schwan

Although Kindl & Schwan is an 18 minute drive away from KING’s Hotel First Class (or a 21 minute cycle!), it is worth the trip and the search to uncover it. The restaurant has a warm and cosy feel to it, surpassed only by the superb dishes the establishment offers on its menu. According to reviews, you’ll find more locals there than tourists, giving you a chance to mingle with them and learn a bit about their culture.

Chez Fritz

For a French touch in Munich, Chez Fritz is a hidden gem that will deliver. The restaurant’s menu has a variety of French cuisine options and other superb dishes such as oysters, steak, and salmon. Each bite of food from this restaurant is an exquisite adventure of taste and you can wash down your meal with a nice bottle of wine. It’s a 20 minute drive, 16 minute cycle or 40 minute walk from KING’s Hotels.

Last Word

The delectable food in Munich is an adventure of taste that will make your trip a truly memorable one. Whether you want to try the local delicacies or you’d simply like a slice of home while you’re away, there are plenty of places to go for all of that and more, starting with the ones listed above. And the best part is that you won’t even have to wander too far off from the comfort of your KING’s Hotel First Class room to satisfy your cravings!

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