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Munich Restaurants

Cheap (43)

Il Porcile

Translated as "the Pigsty", this new eatery in the hip Dreimuehlenviertel area offers cheap Italian food in rustic, barn-like surroundings. Judging by the buzzing atmosphere, you might be forgiven... read more
Affordable (39)

Firn

Alpine flair is big news in Munich - and this caf�-restaurant is no exception. Offering everything from a fresh, mountain-style breakfast to frozen yoghurt, cocktails and three-course dinners, Firn... read more
Good quality (32)

The Victorian House

This restaurant and tea room is a big hit with the locals. Whether you're after a refined afternoon tea, or a slap-up three-course dinner, expect an authentic taste of Britain. read more

Munich Nightlife

Chilled (31)

Caf� Neuhausen

A typical Munich bar, Caf� Neuhausen attracts a mixed client�le around the clock. A relaxed place for a glass of wine or cocktail on the pleasant sun terrace. read more
Live Music (24)

Pussers

Live jazz, and knock-out cocktails are the order of the day at this cult bar. Keep your eyes peeled for celebs, too: Arnold Schwarzenegger, among others, has been spotted here. read more
Clubbing (35)

Tabacco

This hidden little spot is everything you want in a bar: there's a great cocktail menu, fabulous bar food, and a sophisticated, buzzing atmosphere. read more

This Month in Munich (March):

By Jill Henne

Shopping: If you've cash to splash, look no further than Hemmerle - the place in Munich for jewellery. The company founders originally made treasures for the Royal Bavarian court. Today, customers are guaranteed exciting, limited-edition creations by local craftsmen (14 Maximilianstrasse).

Sightseeing: On 5-21 March, for the fifth year running, Starkbierzeit, or strong beer season, hits town. Sample the ale at the Nockherberg brewery, which hosts a two-week strong beer party.

Key areas: Munich's Old Town is packed with historical gems, from the imposing Frauenkirche cathedral to the new gothic city hall. Don't miss the Viktualienmarkt - a daily market boasting a mouth-watering selection of goodies (Marienplatz).

Day trips: Fancy a spring hike in the Alps? Take the train to Tegernsee (30 minutes) and follow signs to Neureuth. The walk to this hilltop idyll takes around two hours and winds through forests and across Alpine pastures. At the top is a beer garden, with a great view over the mountains and nearby lakes.

Munich News & Gossip

Bayern Munich Freeze Pay Rises for Players

Top German football club Bayern Munich are bucking the trend of European clubs by not automatically giving their players pay rises to coincide with their contract extensions. Although the club's profits were good last year, director of sport Christian Nerlinger wants to reduce salaries. There may be exceptions: star player Franck Rib�ry is said to be interested in a move, and Bayern will surely have to up his pay so he stays.

Munich Trivia

March: Munich's strong beer season was started by monks, who brewed the strong ale to help them through the annual fast for Lent.
February: Bavaria's famous dumplings, kn�del, are not for the fainthearted. While most people are full after one or two, the world record for kn�del eating stands at 38 in an hour. It was set in 1825 by local writer Eduard Stemplinger and has not been broken since.
January: After Munich's royal residence was destroyed in World War II, the authorities launched an appeal to the people of Munich to bring back shells from their holidays to help redecorate the interior.