Restaurant Le Voyage — Restaurant in Munich

I don‘t give out too many reviews. But when a place is fantastic, I can‘t help but share, despite my inner desire to keep this gem all to myself.

Le Voyage is hands down IMHO the top Chinese restaurant in München. There are a handful of really great ones in town but I stake my Hong Kong born foodie soul and tastebuds on this opinion.

You know when the owner Jing and her Team are passionate about their food and place. More like a love affair with Chinese food. You can taste the love they pour into each and every bite.The attention to detail is obvious.

What makes the food stand out from other restaurants are the different dishes from Wuhan, Shanghai, Szechuan with a sprinkling of Beijing and Canton. Yes there are a few of your standard fare like Peking Duck, Wanton or Dim Sum. But you‘re in for a treat- so many amazing authentic dishes that Chinese homies know and love.

There is also a second „Chinese“ menu on a piece of paper with more exotic fare for those „in-the-know“. You can always ask for it. Just have the waiter translate it if you can‘t read Chinese.

They also have seasonal dishes to change up things.

The food is generally filled with spices and pack an incredible amount of flavor. Even boring cabbage or cauliflower is delicious.

Their wine card is respectably good. It improved tremendously in the last year.

The service is friendly and knowledgeable about each dish. Always trying to make you feel at home and special.

The restaurant interior is modern yet comfortable, where conversations can be heard versus the typical loud Chinese restaurant.

BTW, you also know the restaurant is excellent when a lot of Chinese frequent it regularly.

The name Le Voyage? French? I asked Jing. Her idea is to travel around China and Chinese culture through its food. She feels it‘s the best way to meet other people from other cultures.

I can‘t rave more about it. You‘ll just have to try it for yourself. I‘ve posted some pictures here. I wish I had more but I usually think about taking the photo...

Review of Le Voyage Restaurant, Munich

During my recent visit to Munich, I decided to dine at Le Voyage, influenced by its listing on The Fork. Expecting a culinary delight, my experience was a mix of satisfaction and surprise, particularly regarding the pricing.

Culinary Excellence with a Price Mismatch

The cuisine at Le Voyage was indeed remarkable. The Dim Sum, for instance, was an absolute treat, offering a burst of authentic flavors that genuinely stood out. The overall culinary quality was high, matching my expectations of a fine dining experience in Munich.

However, the primary point of contention was the noticeable discrepancy between the prices listed on The Fork and the actual menu at the restaurant. A significant difference was observed in the pricing of beers and main courses. Items listed for around 16 euros on The Fork were priced between 24 to 32 euros at the restaurant. This disparity was not just marginal but considerably steep, making the dining experience more expensive than initially anticipated.

Financial Reflections

Had I ordered everything planned based on The Fork’s prices, my bill would have ranged between 90 to 120 euros. However, adjusting to the actual prices at Le Voyage, I ended up spending around 70 to 80 euros for a meal initially budgeted at 50 euros. This unexpected hike in prices felt a bit misleading and detracted from the otherwise pleasant dining experience.

Atmosphere and Ambiance

On a positive note, the ambiance of Le Voyage added to the dining experience. The restaurant’s charming and elegant setting provided a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing environment, complementing the quality of the food.

Final Thoughts

While Le Voyage excels in delivering exquisite dishes, the discrepancy between the expected and actual prices was a significant drawback. Future patrons should be aware of this potential difference in pricing. Despite this, the culinary offerings, especially the Dim Sum, are worth trying for those willing to overlook the...

I first tried le voyage when I was studying in Munich a few years ago, right after it opened. It was quality, properly seasoned and cooked food with a wide range of cuisines from various parts of China (especially the often spicy Sichuan cuisine which many other restaurants get away with covering bad ingredients with chili and MSG, but not here) and beyond (their General Zo’s Chicken, a Taiwanese dish that went viral in USA, was the best I’ve had anywhere). It was one of my go-to places in Munich. Bonus point for the owner who is a specialist in wine as well.

After the past years of moving places and living through Covid, I finally managed to revisit here last week on a trip. I was surprised that the owner was still working with all the staff herself, and she recognised me immediately having not seen each other for 5 years. We were not friends and I didn’t come each every month. That’s the level of attention and passion she has with her business. And the food was ever better than before. The flavours were well balanced, right texture, veg stir-fried with high heat but no excessive oil. Nothing was too salty (unlike many other Chinese restaurants). I’m happy that they managed to not only live through the tough years but also flourished.

In case you’re not familiar with the East Asian restaurants in Munich (and Germany in general), many of them are chained, and they do a lot of promo to make themselves popular. Le voyage is completely independent. Their chef has been working here for 5 years. Only thing they care is food, drink and...