Los geht's! Explore Munich’s hidden gems with Spotted by Locals! From beer gardens off the beaten path to secret cultural spots, our Spotters reveal the city’s authentic side. Experience Munich through the eyes of true locals.
"Wirtshaus in der Au" Munich is my suggestion for a typical Bavarian restaurant with all the Schmankerl. Pro tip: after you have eaten, ask for a schnapps.
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"Manouche" in Munich is a Lebanese restaurant that specialises in their namesake, a small Lebanese pizza. I'd like to eat there every day, all day...
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"Unser Fischmarkt" is a Turkish fish market and shop in Munich with the freshest catch you can get! Protip: visit on Friday for their fresh grilled fish...
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"Johannis Cafe" is one of the oldest cafés in Munich. I absolutely love the atmosphere & the diversity of people you can meet there. Don't forget to Prost!
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"The Flushing Meadows" in Munich reminds me of tennis, not a hotel with a rooftop bar. The point is that it's one of the best hidden rooftops in the city.
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"Trattoria Da Paolo" is a typical Italian restaurant in Munich, but real typical is not what you might expect... The owner is funny and the food excellent!
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"Gasthaus Isarthor" Munich is a local spot that brings back the pride of traditions and beer. This restaurant is perhaps one of the last traditional isles.
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"Valentin Stüberl" in Munich is one of my favorite spots in my favorite district called Dreimühlenviertel. It's an all-season bar but I love it in Autumn.
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"Jennerwein" in Munich has been around since before the turn of the century and looks like a hunter's home, with deer antlers and a cosy bar...
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"INGE Ladencafé" is not in one Munich's most popular quarters - fortunately. What I love most about this cafe? Their home-made ginger syrup and 'Inge'...
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"Bar Centrale" proves the saying that Munich is Italy's northernmost city. I do believe it's impossible to get more Italian outside Italy than this.
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68 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
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