MUN — Restaurant in Munich

Let me begin this review with saying I don’t typically write reviews unless I’m extremely happy or immensely disappointed. In this case, it is extreme pleasure!

I had the wonderful fortune of discovering a new Munich gem; MUN Restaurant. A sushi, Asian-fusion hideaway with creative and traditional dishes representing the full spectrum of Asian cuisine. MUN has a speak easy, swanky club kind of vibe, with beautiful lightly and fixtures that lend itself to a special and memorable evening.

Wow! It was amazing. Being a native Californian (Santa Barbara to be precise, the home of Uni) who was raised on sushi and now residing in New York City, where some of the best chefs reside, I’m not easy to please. But please I was. The fish was unbelievably fresh and delicious and the presentation was a work of art. They make their own soy sauce and ponzu sauce adding a whole new dimension of taste. They also add creative touches and spices that greatly enhance the flavor of dish.

We had the Omakase (Chef’s choice) with the wine pairing. I didn’t write down the names of the wines but they worked perfectly with each dish. It’s clear every wine selection was thoughtfully and lovingly made to ensure the optimal flavor experience with the accompanying course. The right wine really makes a difference.

You know you’re going to have a wonderful meal with the Amuse Bouche is tasty pair of spicy tuna on crispy rice. My bouche was greatly amused. Next came the nigiri sushi that was incredibly fresh and the ideal temperature. The salmon, tuna and hamachi were super flavorful and the scallop was sweet and melted in your mouth. A special treat, if you can get it, is the yellow tail belly. Slightly seared and unbelievably delicious. It’s like butter in your mouth.

The next course was the Hamachi sashimi with a tasty sauce made with soy sauce, ginger and pomegranate seeds. The ginger gives it a wonderful little kick that’s a perfect pair with the tangy pomegranate. Next came the tuna tar tar with crispy won ton. I have to admit, this is one of my favorites. It had the ideal mixture of spice and sweetness with the added crunch of pine nuts. One of those things you’ll find yourself craving the next day and the day after that.

One of the more inventive dishes came next, albacore sashimi with a ginger infused special sauce. Beautiful & Delicious! Perfectly cooked, flakey, buttery black cod with Kochujang glaze followed. Black Cod; also known as butter fish; is one of my person favs and this preparation was perfect! Not overly sweet or over glazed, with the ideal texture.

We moved onto something a little more traditional on the next course. Bipimbob. A Korean staple and a tough dish to get right. MUN nailed it. The rice is the key to Bibimbob and it was done perfectly. I had fresh salmon and avocado; super YUM! It worked perfectly with the spices and vegetables. I don’t know where MUN gets their salmon but it’s out of this world.

The final course was dessert. Homemade macaroons with fresh sorbet. A new take on cookies and cream, for sure. The macaroons are worthy of a review all by themselves. Delicious! I had black sesame (one of my personal favorites!) and key lime. And the sorbet was a great compliment. Together they had the right blend of sweet and tangy that finished off an amazing meal and evening.

Finally.. and no less important, was the service. Top Notch! Every person was over the top friendly and helpful. Every course served with precision and they paid attention to every little detail. Very impressive. I had a chance to speak with the owners, Mun and Cary, and they are wonderful. It’s clear they truly care about their patrons and are devoted to providing a high end, outstanding dining experience. Now if I can just get them to open a restaurant in NYC. ;)

I don’t get the Munich often, but this is now my destination restaurant for sure. I can’t recommend MUN restaurant enough. It’s a very...

My husband and I had a nice experience at MUN, especially with their omakase menu. The quality of the food was exceptional—by far the best fresh fish and seafood I've had in Munich. I absolutely loved the homemade dashi broth—it was the best I’ve had outside of Japan. Hearty, fragrant, comforting. Each piece of nigiri sushi was masterfully crafted. There were some toppings, but it was the perfect amount to highlight rather than overpower the rich flavor of the fish. They even went the extra mile to accommodate my celiac disease, providing gluten-free soy sauce and making thoughtful adjustments to the menu, which I really appreciated. My highlight was the snow crab maki, which was incredibly well-composed and flavorful.

That said, there were a couple of aspects that didn’t quite live up to the premium price. The seating arrangement left something to be desired. We were seated quite close to the couple next to us, practically at the same table separated only by a plexiglass screen, which made it less private and comfortable than I would expect in a restaurant of this caliber. The service, while certainly friendly, felt a bit rushed and stressed, which somewhat detracted from the overall experience. Also, when we asked to swap the final course (which was sake) for a small dessert instead as we currently don‘t drink alcohol, we were charged extra for the substitution. Given the high price point, I expected a more seamless and accommodating experience in terms of both service and menu flexibility. I was also a little bit bewildered by a sign on the bathroom mirror reminding guests in no uncertain terms to tip (“You can forget to tip, but then our employees will suffer.”)

Overall, while the food and attention to dietary needs were outstanding, the atmosphere and service didn't quite match the upscale vibe I was hoping for. Still, it's a solid choice for anyone looking for high-quality Korean fusion...

In short: some of the sushi was really good, some not so much. For the price, i really expected something different. And we were ALONE, only one other couple was there.

In more detail: we came through the "hidden table"-app and so were on a preset japanese menu. It started off with a very nice soup, but i wasnt very happy with the clams - very dry. The second course was sashimi, which was really good, with high quality fish and exceptional seasoning. The following courses were three nigiri each, hogh quality fish, only with one I had a bit of a mouldy aftertaste. Then we had a greeting from the kitchen, which was a fish-pudding-like thing, warm and very interesting but also unusual taste. Then we had "white maki", sushi with crab, cucumber and avocado with a white coating. The server didnt know what it was, i think it was a very thin egg-crêpe. Then we had some sake but no dessert, which we expected with the price of the menu (90€). What made me feel a little big queezy was the fact that we were alone. There was only one other couple but other than that, the restaurant was completely empty. And they had a sign in the bathrooms, reminding you to tip. In a restaurant with prices like that, i do expect the guests to...