Zum Brünnstein — Restaurant in Munich

Awesome food, uncomfortable tipping process.

The food here is great and a good value too. I ate here twice, recently, just before leaving Germany again, for home. The Leberknödel Suppe (liver dumpling soup) was just right, warm & meaty. And the Käsespaetzle (cheese noodles - more delicious than the simple name implies) was lovely too, with all it's gooey, cheesy goodness, with fried onions on top, of course. The next time, I had Schwäbische Ramhschnitzel (Loin of pork with mushrooms in a cream sauce, served with homemade egg noodles /Spätzle) Also delicious, it felt comforting, like Mom's home cooking (if Mom is German 😃). This is a neighborhood favorite of the natives, so the atmosphere has that aged and well loved, homey vibe. The front of house is ruled by an efficient & capable, though terse waitress. My one concern is around the tipping process. It would be fine if you knew to expect it - perhaps a sign saying that tipping is appreciated - as tipping isn't assumed everywhere in the world. But when you are asked - as you are paying, "how much would you like to tip?", it's jarring and uncomfortable in it's directness. She went on to suggest an amount for the tip to be added to my credit card. The event went by so hurriedly that I just threw out a number without having a moment to consider it. Overall, the meal is now a sweet memory, however the ending was unfortunately...

This place is pretty packed out; when I wandered in the first evening, the waitress greeting me said there was no chance of getting a table that night. However, when I popped in the following evening to look at making a reservation, a younger waitress said although they were full if I dropped by I could possibly get a seat if I didn't mind sharing a table with an existing party - sure enough, when I returned an hour later, she managed to get me in opposite someone that was just finishing up dessert.

I went for the schnitzel meal with salad, along with a beer. The salad arrived first (as thought it was a starter) then the main course appeared mid-salad. The schnitzel was fine but I found the potatoes a bit greasy (needed salt - but tables seemed free of condiments) and felt the dish could have benefited with some veg or gravy. Had no complaints about the beer, and never tried Wifi - the waitresses seemed incredibly busy.

I later spotted why many of the tables weren't available: a few parties simply sat playing cards at the tables!

It's quite cramped but comes with a good reputation and if it wasn't so busy I'd...

During my visit to Zum Brünnstein, the restaurant was full, but the staff were incredibly hardworking, efficiently taking orders and delivering food despite the busy atmosphere. The atmosphere itself was very traditional, with cozy, rustic decor that perfectly captured the essence of Bavarian charm, making it feel like an authentic local dining experience.

As for the food, the “Schnitzel Munich” was a standout. The portion was huge, and the schnitzel itself was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. It was more than enough to satisfy any hunger, making it a great choice for anyone with a hearty appetite. Paired with traditional sides, it offered a true taste of Bavarian cuisine. If you’re a fan of schnitzel, this is...