10 Best Local Restaurants in Munich

The Hofbräuhaus is a must-visit when you're in Munich. It's located in Munich's center and accessible via public transportation. Having been around since the 1500s, this world-famous tavern was instrumental in driving the region's beer production. It has several rooms, including one (Schwemme) that can accommodate up to 1,300 guests. Meanwhile, its beer garden has enough room for up to 400 people.

Aside from enjoying a glass of Hofbräu beer, you can try a range of Bavarian dishes that come from the tavern’s own butchery, bakery, and confectionery. This historic tavern even issues its own beer tokens, which you can use to pay for their beer instead of using cash.

Weisses Bräuhaus is a local favorite in Old Town Munich. It’s located close to Marienplatz and Isartor, so you can explore many historic sights before or after downing a pint of good Bavarian beer. This beer hall serves up a different atmosphere for guests with its more laidback, friendly environment.

You can enjoy a stein of locally brewed weissbier (white beer), hearty local dishes like pork with dumplings, suckling pig, and specialties like authentic Bavarian kronfleisch (skirt steak). If you’re a long-term visitor, it’s a good idea to apply for a regular guest card to access Weisses Bräuhaus’ special offers.

Wirtshaus in der Au has been serving beer and beef dumplings since 1901. Located right between the Deutsches Museum and the Gasteig Cultural Center, it has become a staple for tourists who want to take a break after a long walk.

The restaurant serves up organic dishes, such as roast duck, soft pretzels, and white sausage, along with a selection of German draft beer, including Paulaner. On a good day, you can enjoy your meal in Wirtshaus' beer garden, with chestnut trees providing ample shade.

The Potting Shed Bar & Kitchen has been serving up delicious burgers, wines, cocktails, and tapas since 2007. Its main dining room has 40 seats, while its covered terrace can accommodate up to 60 guests. Food-wise, you can find a range of burgers with an international flair.

If you want something truly memorable, opt for “The Potting Shed Special Burger”, which uses organic beef flambéed in bourbon whiskey and a combination of cheeses. The restaurant uses 100% Pichler meat for its burgers, along with homemade burger buns from Brotraum, another local restaurant. Here, you have the option to have your burgers served medium or well-done.

Bratwurst-Glöckl am Dom offers more than just classic hearty Bavarian cuisine. In this restaurant and inn, you can sample filet specialties that go well with a glass of Augustine beer or wines and spirits. Take in its rustic old-world interiors, complete with stained-glass windows. Or take your food and drink outside, and surround yourself with the sights and sounds of Marienplatz.

The pork sausages are broiled on an open fire and come with toppings like cheese, sauerkraut, and more. Bratwurst-Glöckl am Dom also serves roast pork, breaded veal, and beef meatloaf. Over the years, many well-known local and international guests, including Ingrid Bergman, Ernst Fuchs, and Jean Cocteau, have visited the century-old inn.

Haxnbauer im Scholastikahaus is known for serving one of the best schweinshaxen (pork knuckle) in Munich. Over the years, Haxnbauer has evolved from a Haxnbraterei into a pub that has maintained historic fixtures like its stucco ceilings and wooden furniture.

The secret to its famous pork knuckles lies in the preparation. The meat is rested for 24 hours and steeped in Haxnbauer’s secret signature marinade. It’s then cooked over beechwood charcoal, which gives it its crunch while keeping the meat tender and juicy. Aside from its signature pork knuckle, you can also find dishes like the Wiener schnitzel (Viennese cutlet) and local pastries on the menu.

When visiting Ratskeller München, you’ll be greeted by a stone façade and plush interiors complete with mahogany-lined ceilings, stained-glass windows, and a stone staircase that will give you a glimpse of what Old Town Munich looked like back in the day.

Aside from cozy interiors, Ratskeller München offers an array of dishes, from traditional Bavarian delicacies to regional fare. The kitchen is helmed by Michael Schubaur, an apprentice of Michelin-starred Bavarian chef Otto Koch. Feast on favorites like kartoffelsuppe (potato soup), schweinshaxe (pork knuckle), and bratwurst while sipping a pint of Löwenbräu beer or a glass of wine from the Juliusspital estate.

Steinheil 16 is loved by students and locals for its affordable yet delicious food. A specialty of this award-winning restaurant is the giant schnitzel served with a side of fresh salad, fried potato slices, or fries – this dish has been a staple for over 20 years.

Steinheil 16 has an extensive menu that changes daily to appeal to its diverse clientele. It also doubles as an exhibition venue for local artists. The venue is located close to the Technical University of Munich and Maxvorstadt, also known as the cultural heart of Munich.   

Augustiner Bräustuben has been a local favorite in Munich since 1886. It’s famous for its traditional Bavarian pork dish, schweinshaxe (pork knuckle), and its selection of other delectable meals, which includes apple fritters, roast beef with onions, pork roast, and broiled duck.

At Augustiner, you can pair your meals with Augustiner beer. Its sprawling beer hall can accommodate up to 300 guests. It has a roof terrace offering stunning views of the courtyard. If you want something more intimate, you can visit the Alte Schmiede (Old Forge), which can seat up to 140 people, or the lounge, which has space for up to 120 guests.

Wurstimbiss Teltschik is well-loved by Munich locals for its wide range of sausages, including bratwurst, currywurst, and traditional weisswurst (white sausage). You can pair it with bread rolls, pretzels, and sauerkraut.

Besides serving scrumptious yet affordable sausages, Wurstimbiss Teltschik is also known for its friendly staff. Do be prepared to see long lines during peak dining hours. You can find it only a few minutes away from Marienplatz.