A list of some of the most unique, hidden and unusually themed restaurants in the centre of Munich. These are a must try when visiting the city. To find out more, go to www.hiddenmunich.de.
KOMPAS: Anyone wanting to try traditional British cuisine should try The Victorian House's take on pie's, as well as their home-baked cakes. They also offer a huge selection of tea's throughout the day.
KOMPAS: Famous for a number of reasons including attracting infamous political figures, as well as being one of Munich's first Italian restaurants, Osteria offers fantastic Italian style fish dishes.
KOMPAS: Offering a great range of vegetarian/vegan dishes including burrito's and thai curry's. Easy, healthy and natural food, this restaurant can fit any occasion, but it's best to book as it gets busy!
KOMPAS: Offering hot and cold pan-Asian dishes, this gem allows for noodle customisation at a reasonable price. They display all their dishes making choice much easier and tempting you to try something new.
KOMPAS: Towering over Munich at 181m high in the Olympiaturm, this gormet restaurant is inspired by Otto Koch. Very high quality food, and staff that are eager to help, it's perfect for a special occasion.
KOMPAS: A regular hangout for students due to its location, Lo Studente offer very well priced daily deals, as well as large pizza's and pasta dishes. A must try is the tiramisu, charmingly presented.
KOMPAS: Outside the centre of Munich, Custo offer a Mediterranean cuisine with a gourmet twist. Playful and innovative, Custo consistently delivers unconventional dishes with well presented deserts.
KOMPAS: Good quality tapas with a friendly atmosphere. Offering a buffet of hot and cold tapas at a fixed and very reasonable price, you can choose from dishes such as octopus with chickpeas and paella.
KOMPAS: If you remember gruesome canteen food, forget it as Cantine Cantona create fresh, local dishes with a strong 'farm-to-table' ethos. They convert into a gourmet style restaurant in the evening.
KOMPAS: The ideal place for light, fresh lunch bites. They pack their sandwiches to the brim, with things such as avocado, salmon and chicken. A must try is the New York style Pastrami sandwich, a classic.
KOMPAS: A friendly, homely Indian restaurant, with all time classics as well as very well spiced tandoori dishes that are a must try. The waiters do their best to make your experience enjoyable throughout.
KOMPAS: Traditional Georgian cuisine is hard to come by, but Iveria perfectly blend spice and flavour in this family run restaurant. High quality food, with offerings such as Mkhali and Kalakuri available.
KOMPAS: Considered one of Munich's top eateries and at a very affordable price. Taverna Naxos offers baked feta, octopus and prawns, as well as grilled meats with Tzatziki. The staff are very friendly too.
KOMPAS: Close to Praterinsel, with a modest exterior, Mamounia Marrakech will blow you away upon entry. Expect to feel like you've left Munich and been placed in Morocco, with tagine's and traditional tea.
KOMPAS: Offering classics such as burgers with fries, club sandwiches and hearty cooked breakfasts, Jones -K's brings together everything you would expect of a classic American diner including milkshakes.
KOMPAS: Déjà Bu? is a great place to taste a selection of French wines form a variety of regions including, Loire, Bordeaux, Boulogne and Côte du Rhône. They have a great selection of hors d'oeuvres too.
KOMPAS: Classic pizza, pasta and homemade style lasagne are all available here. They also offer a range of little tarts, and freshly baked bread that goes perfectly with their Mediterranean buffet.
KOMPAS: A large stone-bake oven is placed for all to see, with pizza's topped with ingredients such as sardines, tuna sashimi, beef carpaccio and more. They also have fish and pasta dishes, perfect for all.
KOMPAS: Originally a train station, the train tracks still run alongside and you will likely see a S-Bahn stop by. A trainspotters paradise, they offer upmarket Bayerische food and brew their own weißbier.
KOMPAS: Fresh, organic and good quality food combined with a very affordable price tag means that LeDu can be very busy. Fried or steamed dumplings and a selection of fillings, they have perfected dumplings.
KOMPAS: Claimed to be one of the first places to offer sushi in Munich, Sushi Sano offers traditional cooking and well priced sushi. The udon and ramen noodle soups here are a must try alongside fresh sushi.
KOMPAS: A small but fresh and natural menu, presented artfully with seeds, nuts and herb embellishments. Quinoa strawberry coriander salad, and unconventional dishes are all on offer, and all Vegan friendly.
KOMPAS: An unusual interior, each room represents a room in a house. Large leather chairs, a free-standing bath and toilet can all be seen. Offering bar snacks or a mysterious €50 banquet, its simply a must.
KOMPAS: A French restaurant serving up authentic dishes but with great attention to detail. High quality but at a reasonable price, dishes include onion soup, snails and Zander medallions, and are a must try.
KOMPAS: Heart shaped pizzas topped with all sorts from sweet potato and tuna to Sucuk, perfect for a meal with a special person. Known also for their breakfasts, they offer a cute twist on their foods.
KOMPAS: A low-profile restaurant with a traditional pub feeling. One of the best schnitzel's in Munich, with the size fitting the plate in some cases. Crispy and well cooked, the schnitzel is a must.
KOMPAS: Kurdish-Turkish food such as grilled meat, octopus and over bakes are all available here. You'll regularly see people playing Tawula in the restaurant, and they also offer a party service for 500.
KOMPAS: A great place to get your craving for Dumplings satisfied. If you're not sure what to get, try the 6 or 12 dumpling platter. Authentic tasting, and perfect with a Tsingtao or Kirin beer.
KOMPAS: A lovely looking Renaissance house, today named Wirsthaus in der Au. Known for their dumpling creations such as wasabi and olive-courgette, but the Dessertbrettl is a must try, introduced by cow bell.
KOMPAS: A small family-owned Afghan restaurant offering very authentic food with a traditional feeling interior. Influenced by both Indian and Persian cuisines, they create dishes such as Schola-e Ghorbandi.
KOMPAS: Their speciality of authentic Kushiyaki are a must try. The food is very well priced at lunchtime making it a great spot for a group of friends. Fried rice, teriyaki and udon are all on offer here.
KOMPAS: Chopan prepares traditional Afghan food from the capital Kabul. Specialities such as Borani Kadoo and Borani Bodenjan are a must try. The interior is fitting, with draping silk and hanging lanterns.
KOMPAS: Also found in P1 these pizza's are known for their class across Munich. Champagnes line the walls and the sleek décor are all part of the exclusive atmosphere. They also have an outside terrace bar.
KOMPAS: A true American diner instantly recognisable by the classic cars parked outside. You're met by a waitress in a diner style uniform, and they serve classics such as milkshakes and pulled pork.
KOMPAS: Koi brings together food and style in terms of presentation as well as the restaurant's décor. A robata-grill by day but a Japanese tapas bar by night, they offer a wide range of sushi to be tasted.
KOMPAS: In a quiet area of Munich, this Greek restaurant is anything but. Greek classics such as Gyros and Moussaka are on the menu and portions are not small. Staff may be seen dancing, or throwing napkins!
KOMPAS: As you enter you'll notice the giant smiling Buddha welcoming you inside. Food served in banana leaves, bamboo steamers and even pineapples all add to the attention to detail. Try the coffee!
KOMPAS: An ideal place to enjoy a selection of Lebanese Mezze dishes, each encompassing the culture and spice of the city this restaurant is named after. Falafel, fresh mint and hummus are all available.
