Spatenhaus an der Oper

Stately from the outside and rustic within, this respected establishment right across from Munich’s Opera House and National Theatre brings you rural Bavarian charm in the heart of the city. With soft lighting, wood panelling and antlers and genre scenes on the walls, it’s a particularly restorative option for a cold winter day or a late night schnitzel—arguably one of the best in the city. The ground floor offers exclusively Bavarian fare while the first floor is a little more international, with some fish options and Austrian inflections. Book in advance if you plan to make an après opera or theatre visit. For the best view, ask for the window seats upstairs.