Dating in Munich: The best ideas, locations, and 23 restaurants for dates
Got a first date coming up in Munich? Congratulations, you're probably feeling a little nervous. To help you make a good impression right from the start, we've put together a list of the best bars, cafés, restaurants, and places to visit for a first date in Munich.
Finding a partner in Munich
Pretzels, Oktoberfest, chic clothes—the most popular clichés about Bavaria's capital can be summed up quickly. But Munich is just like your date: there is much more to discover than most people notice at first glance! Because the metropolis on the Isar really does have a lot to offer. And if you look long enough, you might fall in love for the rest of your life.
Even choosing a suitable date location is not so easy for Munich's singles. One and a half million people live here alone, and it almost seems as if the city has created an entire dating landscape for them. Cultural richness, traditions, and a zest for life and enjoyment have shaped the state capital for decades. In short: there are many opportunities for a wonderful first date in Munich.
5 great ideas and places for a date in Munich
Of course, on a first date, getting to know each other is the main priority. But you shouldn't lose sight of another factor: namely, having fun! Because when you do something enjoyable together, it's easier to relax and you create unforgettable memories. Here are five particularly beautiful destinations in Munich.
1. An action-packed date in Munich – Escape Game
“The Art of Stealing,” “The Haunted House,” and “The Magician” are just a few of the many escape games you can play in Munich. How does it work? You have 60 minutes to solve the puzzles and escape. This is the ideal place to do something together with a little action. Both you and your date can get involved individually and search for the solution in a lively way.
Address: Tengstr. 20, Barer Str. 65, Cosimastr. 131, Am Westpark 3 and Hiltenspergerstr. 32
Website: www.escapegame-muenchen.de
Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Price: from €18
2. Romantic date in the English Garden
Gravel banks on the Isar, meadows and romantic woods, sights and hidden gems. The English Garden is perfect for a romantic date with your LemonSwan contact. It also has several sights that are ideal for a date: the Eisbach wave, the beer garden at the Chinese Tower, and, of course, the unbeatable view from the Monopteros. A view that is guaranteed to give you goosebumps.
Address: Englischer Garten 1 • 80538 Munich
Website: www.muenchen.de/sehenswuerdigkeiten
Opening hours: all day
Price: no admission
3. Stargazing on your date in Munich
The sparkling night sky is undoubtedly one of nature's most romantic spectacles. So why not go stargazing together? At the Munich Public Observatory, you can combine this with the right amount of informality, and it doesn't cost much more than the private version with a picnic blanket. Who knows? Maybe you'll discover that you really are “from the same star.”
Address: Rosenheimer Str. 145H • 81671 Munich
Website: www.sternwarte-muenchen.de
Opening hours: Mon-Fri guided tours from 9 p.m. (from September: from 8 p.m.)
Price: €6
4. Pinakotheken – discover outstanding works of art together
For singles interested in culture, the Pinakotheken are a great choice. Numerous art historians, restorers, and scientists take care of the outstanding collection of works of art that you can admire together here. And if the chemistry is right and your tastes in art are not too different, the exhibitions are enough for several dates.
Address: various locations, see website
Website: www.pinakothek.de
Opening hours: vary depending on location, see website
Price: €4-10 depending on the exhibition, €1 on Sundays
5. Olympic Park and Olympic Tower
Romantic feelings often develop best with a little distance from reality. Would a little distance from the ground help? The Olympic Tower offers you the opportunity to find out! At almost 300 meters high, with a built-in rock museum and a great revolving restaurant, you can spend a wonderful date on cloud nine here.
The rest of the Olympic Park is also perfect for a first date – how much will you discover before you only have eyes for each other?
Address: Spiridon-Lous-Ring 21, 80809 Munich
Website: www.olympiapark.de
Olympic Tower opening hours: daily 9 a.m. to midnight
Olympic Tower price: €7
Your date in Munich: the most beautiful cafés
Are you planning a leisurely breakfast or want to get closer over a cup of coffee and a piece of cake? We have put together a list of the most beautiful cafés for your date in Munich:
1. Breakfast at Café Joon
From breakfast to pasta and cake to evening drinks, this cool and cozy café in Maxvorstadt has it all. The modern living room atmosphere is a great place to get to know each other. And the two-person tables are perfect for a date.
Address: Theresienstr. 114, 80333 Munich
Website: www.cafejoon.de
Opening hours: Mon-Tue 9 a.m.-11 p.m. • Wed-Sat 9 a.m.-1 a.m. • Sun 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
2. Man Versus Machine Coffee Roasters
Are you and your date coffee lovers? Then you've come to the right place. The guys and girls at Man Versus Machine know exactly how to use the portafilter machine and are happy to advise you. Are you a Hamburg fan? Even better! They even have the original Hamburg treat here: Franzbrötchen.
Address: Muellerstr. 23, 80469 Munich
Website: www.mvsm.coffee
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-7 p.m. • Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m. • Roastery: Sun 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
3. For cat lovers: Café Katzentempel
Cat lovers take note! The name says it all: six cats live in this cozy café. In addition to delicious vegan food, you can also give them a few pats. This guarantees that your date in Munich will never be boring.
Address: Türkenstr. 29, 80799 Munich
Website: www.katzentempel.de
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-8 p.m. • Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
4. Cozy lunch date at Henry hat Hunger
This is the perfect spot for a cozy lunch date for two. The shop may be small, but it is beautifully and lovingly decorated and enchants the senses with good coffee, freshly baked cakes, and super delicious lunch dishes.
Address: Zeppelinstr. 27, 81541 Munich
Website: www.henryhathunger.de
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-6 p.m. • Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
5. Simon Pure
Do you like to eat healthy and fresh? Then Simon Pure is the right place in Munich for a date that suits your taste. The delicious salad pockets are a welcome change from traditional salads, and the smoothies, desserts, and coffee are unbeatable.
Address: Augstenstrasse 4, 80333 Munich
Website:www.simonpure.de
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
The 15 best restaurants for a dinner date in Munich
Have you and your date arranged to meet in the evening? With so many great restaurants in Munich, it's not easy to choose. We're here to help and have made a small selection for you:
Regional cuisine:
1. Wirtshaus zum Straubinger
If you love authentic Bavarian cuisine, the Wirtshaus “Zum Straubinger” is the place for you. When the weather is good, you can enjoy your meal in the beer garden in the courtyard, and in the colder months, you can sit in the cozy, rustic dining room. The hearty dishes will leave you feeling full and happy.
Address: Blumenstraße 5, 80331 Munich
Phone: 089 23 23 83 0
Website: www.zumstraubinger.de
Opening hours: Mon 5 p.m.–midnight • Tue–Thu 10 a.m.–midnight • Fri–Sat 10 a.m.–1 a.m. • Sun 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
2. Enjoy regional cuisine at Schwabinger Osterwaldgarten
Here you can find Bavarian food of the highest quality. Vegetarians are also well catered for: delicious salads and vegetarian alternatives taste just as good as the traditional dishes. Relax in the beautiful beer garden, where your date in Munich is sure to be a success.
Address: Keferstr. 12, 80802 Munich
Website: www.schwabinger-osterwaldgarten.de
Opening hours: daily 10 a.m.-1 a.m.
3. Wirtshaus Hohenwart
It doesn't get much more Bavarian than this: Wirtshaus Hohenwart is located far away from the tourist crowds in Obergiesing and is impressive in every way. The bowling alley at the back is the perfect place to end the evening. What's more, the beer doesn't come from just any large brewery, but from the family-owned Maierbräu brewery. Quality is definitely a priority here.
Address: Gietlstr. 15, 81541 Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Website: www.hohenwart.net
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 5 p.m.-1 a.m. • Sat-Sun 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m.
4. Dinner date at Lindwurmstüberl
The relaxed and cozy atmosphere of Lindwurmstüberl is perfect for a first date in Munich. When the weather is nice, you can also sit on the roof terrace. Our insider tip: The Wiener schnitzel here is particularly tasty.
Address: Lindwurmstr. 32, 80337 Munich
Website: www.lindwurmstueberl-muenchen.de
Opening hours: daily 10 a.m. to midnight
5. Restaurant Pils Corner
In addition to local specialties, this restaurant also serves delicious grilled dishes and Croatian cuisine. The food is top quality and the service is first class. You are guaranteed to relax and feel at home here.
Address: Dachauer Straße 288, 80992 Munich
Website: www.pils-corner.de
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 5 p.m.-1 a.m. • Sun 11 a.m.-1 a.m.
Italian
6. Trattoria da Fausto
Here, you'll feel like you're on a short vacation in Italy—the warm and attentive service leaves nothing to be desired, and neither does the perfectly prepared food. This restaurant is therefore ideal for a classic date in Munich.
Address: Helmtrudenstraße 1, corner of Ungererstr., 80805 Munich
Website: www.da-fausto.de
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30-10:30 p.m.
7. Romantic date in Munich: At L'Angolo della Pizza
Get that Italian feeling here! Many Munich residents believe that L'Angolo della Pizza serves the best pizza in town. The various pasta dishes are also extremely popular with guests. The rustic yet cozy atmosphere is perfect for your first date in Munich.
Address: Breisacherstr. 30, 81667 Munich
Website: www.langolo-della-pizza.de
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sat-Sun 4 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
8. Saffer's Fattoria
Saffer's Fattoria leaves nothing to be desired when it comes to excellent Italian cuisine. Here, a cozy, elegant atmosphere meets attentive service and high-quality, perfectly prepared dishes. This restaurant has the potential to become your go-to Italian restaurant in Munich. You will be delighted.
Address: Deisenhofener Str. 80, basement, 81539 Munich
Website: www.saffers-fattoria.de
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 6 p.m.-11 p.m.
International
9. Greek hospitality at Taverna Naxos
Greek hospitality is a top priority at Taverna Naxos. The cozy terrace, surrounded by greenery, is the perfect place to spend a few undisturbed hours with your partner—accompanied by excellent Greek food. For those with a sweet tooth: Be sure to try something from the tempting dessert menu.
Address: Verdistraße 33, 81247 Munich
Website: www.naxos-muenchen.de
10. Longgrain Thai Cuisine
Fans of Thai cuisine will find everything their hearts desire here. The chef explains the ingredients used in detail before the meal and they are always super fresh. Guests are well looked after here.
Address: Belgradstraße 45, 80796 Munich
Website: www.longgrain.de
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 5 p.m.-11 p.m. • Sat 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
11. The insider tip for your date in Munich: Savanna
Attention, here comes a real insider tip: Savanna not only brings real variety to your plate, the South African dishes are also wonderfully authentic and unbeatably good. So if you like to try new things, this place is an absolute must.
Address: Maistrasse 63, 80337 Munich
Website: www.savanna-munich.com
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 5 p.m.-midnight
12. Leoli Restaurant
Leoli serves delicious Vietnamese creations based on family recipes. If you've arranged to meet for lunch, this is the perfect spot: the dishes offer unbeatable value for money. But of course, you can also spend an unforgettable evening here.
Address: Riesenfeldstr. 18, 80809 Munich
Website: www.leoli-restaurant.com
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
13. Restaurant Ksara
Would you like to try something new and find classic Italian restaurants too boring? Then Restaurant Ksara is the right place for you. It serves fine Lebanese cuisine that you won't soon forget. Warning: highly addictive!
Address: Haimhauserst 7, Munich
Website: www.ksara.de
Opening hours: daily 6:00 p.m. to midnight
14. Authentic Indian cuisine: Hyderabad Restaurant
As the name suggests, this restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine in an equally cozy and authentic setting. The colorful décor makes you feel like you've been transported to India. Our tip: ask the staff for advice when choosing the spiciness of your dishes.
Address: Schlosserstraße 3, 80336 Munich
Website: www.hyderabad-restaurant.de
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
15. Little London Bar & Grill
Gourmets are in the right place here, because everything is just right: high-quality, perfectly prepared steaks, extremely attentive service, a harmonious atmosphere, and a bar that leaves nothing to be desired. In other words, anyone who takes their date here is doing everything right.
Address: Tal 31, 80331 Munich
Website: www.little-london.de
Opening hours: Thu-Tue 5 p.m.-1 a.m. • Wed 5 p.m.-midnight
These Munich bars are perfect for your first date
The evening went perfectly and you've decided to move on after a successful dinner? We can highly recommend these bars for your date in Munich:
1. Sip cocktails at Patolli
Patolli at Sendlinger Tor serves snacks and delicious coffee in the afternoon – and unbeatably good cocktails in the evening. This place will make the hearts of cocktail lovers beat faster.
Address: Sendlinger Str. 62, 80331 Munich
Website: www.patolli.net
Opening hours: Mon 8 a.m.–7 p.m. • Tue–Fri 8 a.m.–2 a.m. • Sat 10 a.m.–2 a.m. • Sun 12 p.m.–6 p.m.
2. Die Goldene Bar
The Goldene Bar in the Haus der Kunst impresses with its elegant atmosphere and a huge selection of delicious cocktails. On summer nights, it's very pleasant to sit on the terrace and enjoy some time together with delicious drinks.
Address: Prinzregentenstr. 1, 80538 Munich
Website: www.goldenebar.de
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-2 a.m. • Sun 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
3. Drinks and live concerts at Bar Gabanyi
This bar captivates with its unique flair. Not only the selection of drinks—a mix of classics and original creations—but also the dark and cozy atmosphere and occasional live concerts are perfect for a first date in Munich that will be remembered for a long time to come.
Address: Beethovenplatz 2, 80336 Munich
Website: www.bar-gabanyi.de
Opening hours: Wed-Thu 6 p.m.-3 a.m. • Fri-Sat 8 p.m.-5 a.m. • Sun 8 p.m.-4 a.m.
