TLDR: Delicious traditional Bavarian fare, great service, and historic ambiance. Definitely make a…read morereservation because every restaurant close to Marienplatz station gets crazy busy at dinner time. Also, if you are using Yelp in Munich, switch to Google. You will find more updated info and recent reviews. Had to learn this the hard way, LOL! Had a wonderful dinner at Zum Franziskaner, thanks in part to Mr Tran, our waiter and culinary tour guide. He listened to our orders, but gave us great feedback on how we could better experience the local specialties. He did this without being pushy or making us feel awkward. Thanks to him, dinner was incredible! We ordered Obatza and pretzels as our appetizer, and Mr Tran asked if we wanted to try something special, for a little more money. We couldn't really understand what it was (my German is limited) so we decided to go for it. And I am glad we did! He brought out a triple decker appetizer tower that was amazing! It had a burrata and tomato caprese dish, a salmon and shaved horseradish dish, and a rare beef with horseradish sauce dish. Beautifully plated and delicious--and totally unexpected. The Obatza was good, but this was definitely next level. For dinner, we decided on the Schweinsbraten (roast pork), the Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle), and the Weiner schnitzel. All were solid dishes, but the Schweinsbraten with the tender meat contrasting with the crunchy savory skin was outstanding. Of course we heard so much about Radler beer that we had to try that as well. Beer with lemonade... sounds strange, but it was good and definitely refreshing. Of course Mr Tran let us know that Radlers are not really beer (LOL!). So he talked us into trying the local specialties--Weissbier and Kellerbier. Both beers are brewed in house and on tap. He suggested we order one of each and brought extra glasses so we could sample both beers. I'm not much of a beer drinker, but I really liked the smooth, creamy Kellerbier. I would definitely get that again. Although we were so full by the end, Mr Tran had one more suggestion for us--Leberkäse. It's made of finely ground pork and bacon and has a light airy texture with a thin crust. Apparently it is one of the specialties of the restaurant (along with the white sausages that are only served for breakfast). We decided to order a small piece to try. The flavor was very mild and Mr Tran recommended that we dip pieces of it in their homemade sweet mustard. Loved the mustard, and was glad to have had a chance to try this traditional dish. Mr Tran also pointed out the historic nature of the restaurant. There was a brewery called the Franziskaner (name from a nearby monastery) here before the restaurant opened in 1447--way before Columbus set sail. It has been owned by Löwenbräu since 1888. Overall, we had a great time eating traditional dishes and drinking local beer in a historic restaurant. Highly recommend!

I went with a tour and the booked this spot for dinner for us to try…read more Environment: the decorations were nice at it had a very Bavarian vibe with the different coat of arms hung on the wall as well as other decorations. Staff: they were kind and patient as there were a lot of us! Food/Drinks: 1. I just got apple juice haha but my dad got a Radler and I was able to try. I surprisingly liked it because it was light and it didn't 'sting' my throat like other kinds of beer. It had a nice lemon flavor in there too which I think made it taste really good! 2. Salad was not bad, nothing outstanding. I don't mind the sourness but the vinaigrette may be a bit too much for some people. 3. Pretzel. The pretzel looked lovely but it was very hard and also very salty. Good with soup, I suppose! 4. I got the pork knuckle. First time every trying! It was delicious and full of tender meat! It didn't feel oily or heavy. It was very good and I hope when I eat pork knuckle in the future again, it'll be just as good! I'm not a fan of their "dumplings" which is just a ball of dough but it can be more filling and it can soak up the sauce. 5. For dessert we got a donut-like thing which was a sliced apple wrapped in a donut (that's the best I can explain haha). It was good because it wasn't sweet. I appreciate desserts here because it's not as sweet as the sweets I eat in the states. It was lovely and I could actually taste the nice apple inside! Great experience and delicious, even though there were many of us! I'm not sure about the price- specifically but when I looked at the menu, their dishes were reasonable since they give you great portions, too!

Wirtshaus in der Au was one of the best traditional Bavarian meals we had in Munich and absolutely…read morelived up to its reputation. We ordered the beer cheese combo, roasted duck, the famous trio of dumplings, and finished with the Toblerone Bundt cake served with vanilla ice cream. Everything was outstanding. Amazing beer cheese better than those had at other beer gardens. The roasted duck was perfectly cooked with incredible flavor, but the real highlight was the dumpling trio. It's easy to see why they're famous--each one was unique, packed with flavor, and easily the best dumplings I had in Munich. The Toblerone Bundt cake was a decadent and delicious way to end the meal. We paired everything with several glasses of wheat beer and Helles, which complemented the food perfectly. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit. The restaurant offers a huge outdoor beer garden along with plenty of indoor seating, making it a great choice for both small and large groups. It's a bit on the expensive side, but the quality of the food makes it well worth it. I'd highly recommend making a reservation, as it's a very popular spot.

We had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. When we first arrived, we were told by…read morethe host (which we found out is the owner Ubendor??) they only accept guests with reservations. We made a reservation and returned, only to be told there were no tables available. What made it more upsetting was seeing other guests being seated while we were repeatedly turned away. As Asian guests, the experience left us feeling unwelcome and gave us the impression that we were being treated differently. That said, we want to recognize our waiter, Anil, who was incredibly kind, welcoming, and professional. He provided excellent service and was the highlight of our visit. We understand restaurants can be busy, but honest communication and treating every guest with the same respect go a long way. We hope the management takes this feedback seriously.

Love this place and always come here whenever I'm in Münich. You can get authentic German food…read morewithout the main tourism coming from Marienplatz. Located right next to the cathedral, offers great front patio seating as you enjoy good food and drinks while people watching. Inalway go for a couple steins, then usually get the Schweinshaxe that they cook to perfection. Recently got the cheese platter with my girlfriend, that was big and almost a meal. I alway bring my friends here and they constantly enjoy it. The service is great and adequate, and they manage all the patrons well. Thanks for always having me!

This place came highly recommended by a couple we met in Vienna. They were from Munich and said it…read morewas a "must stop" and they were so right. Located just behind Old Town on Frauenplatz, it's a little off the beaten track, but not too hard to find. This Bavarian gem has been around for over 125 years. The food was so good. Here you will find traditional German, Bavarian food. We stopped by for lunch and it was packed with mostly locals. We were seated a large table with 3 other couples who were all from the area. One person brought his dog who kept running under the table to sniff my leg. Minus the dog, this was a treat and everyone was so nice. We even toasted when the cold Augustiner beer arrived. Again, we were told to order the sausages so we did. I ordered the 6 and my husband ordered the 8 sausages with sauerkraut. These looked like what we call breakfast sausage, they're thin but pack a a ton of flavor and were delicious, especially with the fresh sauerkraut. The staff was friendly and helpful with an English version menu. The atmosphere was cool and very authentic. Exactly what we were looking for when in Munich.

This was my first meal upon arriving to Munich and I sure did pick a good one. I sat at the…read moredownstairs bar and had the roasted pork dish that came with a potato dumpling and coke slaw. The potato dumpling was so good and unlike anything I had before. The cole slaw was delicious. I had a couple beers while there and a round of shots with my bar neighbors that I struck up conversation with. Antonio provided excellent service throughout my entire stay. He was fun, interactive and attentive!

A chilly, overcast day led us inside for a few beers and some food, and we're glad it did. The…read morerestaurant sits directly across from the cathedral's front doors and a beautiful fountain. There's plenty of covered outdoor seating, but we were happy to be inside. Despite being busy, the hostess greeted us warmly and seated us right away as walk-ins. Our waitress was prompt and helpful. We started with beer, of course, followed by Nuremberg sausages with potatoes and sauerkraut, and an order of cheese spätzle. Both dishes were hearty and delicious, but the spätzle stole the show. It had the perfect texture and was wonderfully cheesy. We kept eating long after we said we were full! The traditional German beer hall atmosphere made it even better, with its dark wood ceiling and large wooden chandeliers. And the beer? Light, easy to drink, and perhaps some of the best we've had on this trip.

It was a Saturday night in December in Munich and we were famished after shopping the Christmas…read moremarkets. We came across Steinheil 16 on our way back to the hotel and thank goodness we did. Upon asking for a table we learned that the restaurant was filled by reservations for the whole night. However, the servers worked their magic and were still able to accommodate us. We were seated almost immediately. Overall, the service was prompt and respectful. We each had the schnitzel plate and it was absolutely delicious! Thin, flavorful, and a HUGE portion. After days of walking through christmas markets, this was the perfect meal and size to replenish us. I highly recommend to anyone, but particularly those who have built up a massive appetite!

Made a reservation cause the website side it is usually too busy for walk-ins. Definitely glad we…read moremade a reservation. The staff was friendly and sat us right away. The food was good and the schnitzel was huge. The mulled wine was the perfect treat after a cold day of exploring Munich. The restaurant had a good atmosphere. Would've given it a 5/5 but we were seated at a tiny table and couldn't fit all our plates on the table which made it hard to eat otherwise everything else was great.

Lovely meal and impeccable service. We enjoyed the cordon…read morebleu, the pig knuckle is to die for, the beef and even a great burger.

The food was very good. We had a Burger "Bavarian OX" from…read morethe alp ox gratinated with mountain cheese, herb mayonnaise, cranberries, horse radish, tomato, crispy onions, mixed salat, rustic fries. It was really good and juicy. The fries were fresh and salty with dips on the side. We also got Mountain cheese and spinach ravioli with baby spinach, date tomatoes, shiso cress. It was good, fresh and very garlicky but really good. Add a couple local Beers and it was great. Unfortunately, our server was almost none existent. He disappeared for long periods of time. We also at the end of dinner ordered apple strudel but it never came and we sat there for 30 minutes waiting, he never came back. A manger came and asked if we needed anything and I explained, he went to check on it, but it had never even been put in so we paid our bill and left. Not sure what the restaurant looked like but we sat outside in a central garden area of the hotel.

Loved it! So much food and lovely beer garden setting…read moreFriendly staff and other patrons Good beer too

Great authentic Bavarian German food. Friendly service a bit slow but they were packed tonight…read more The food is very large but very good. We shared a schnitzel as it was big enough for a family of four or five. Everyone happy with flavors and food , just took a while for service. Very reasonable and very large portions make this place good

Went here while on a group vacation for Oktoberfest. Took about 30min to be seated but we were a…read moregroup of 12 for dinner and it was a busy night. But because of the long wait, the host gave us each a glass of sparkling wine, automatic bonus points. We sat inside, but if it was warmer it would of been great to sit outside, the view of the surrounding buildings is gorgeous! Once we sat down the waiter was very nice and accommodating. The food was delicious and extremely filling. I had the Gnocchi w/ prawn, and although it was delicious my friends tortellini w/ ham was delicious in every part. The pizzas were big & delicious, the white pizza with red onions & some kind of pig on it, lol, was especially delicious. And the chocolate sufle was worth the over eating . Coming from NYC we were extremely surprised that for 12 people (and mostly big hungry guys) and for all we are, the bill was only 192 euros. Love this place! Next time I'm in Munich, I'll have to drop by for dinner.

I came with my family and left my wool scarf behind. 5-10 minutes later I returned to retrieve it…read moreand it was gone. Slow service. Don't leave anything behind or you'll never see it again.