A Collection of authentic Restaurants in Germany – with a focus on Asian cuisine.
When some of my friends first got to Frankfurt, beyond the skyscrapers and the Römer, their settling-in agenda often included a common, delicious priority: the urgent hunt for an authentic spot of malatang. For anyone not familiar with malatang, imagine the communal, customizable Chinese hot pot, but without the pressure of timing your own cooking […]
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If you’re also a big fan of the fruits of the sea, like us – enjoying the sweet succulence of scallops, the firm, flaky flesh of fresh fish, or the umami punch of a prawn – Hai Seafood Izakaya is your kind of paradise. Walking in, we instantly felt our stomachs rumble in happy anticipation,
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Today we’d like to take you to Ratchada, a cozy, authentic Thai restaurant tucked away in the center of Munich. It has a discreet entrance, so it’s easy to miss. Once you go down the stairs, you’ll see a spacious dining area with a slightly bar-like vibe — a mix of dim, sultry lighting and a
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Munich is full of secrete foodie havens, and on this trip, we discovered Mitani, a cozy, intimate Japanese restaurant. Despite its modest size, Mitani is incredibly popular, and reservations are a must. Phone reservations are only accepted between 5 and 6 PM, and if you miss that window, you’ll need to visit in person—usually at
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Today, we’d like to introduce you to a restaurant that many of you might already know: XiaoLongKan, a well-known hot pot chain originating from Sichuan, China. The restaurant’s classic Chinese wooden furniture is beautifully crafted from dark, polished wood. On the walls, you’ll find traditional Chinese paintings of natural landscapes and historical figures astride horses.
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It’s been such a delight to stumble upon this Korean restaurant – Mr. Lee – a discovery that makes me wish I had found it sooner. Hidden behind an unassuming exterior, this spot has been serving some of the most iconic Korean dishes for years. Many of these dishes, which I’ve been longing to try,
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Today we’re thrilled to introduce you to an authentic Japanese restaurant that has been operating in Frankfurt for years: Mangetsu, which translates to “full moon.” It’s common in Japan to name places after elements of nature, like the moon or mountains, as they hold poetic beauty and deep cultural significance. The full moon, symbolizing beauty,
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If you’re a fan of Thai cuisine, you simply can’t miss Pad Thai. Located on the charming, tree-lined Herzogstraße in the lively Schwabing district, it’s one of our favorite Thai restaurants in Munich. The ambiance is nothing short of incredible – a seamless blend of chic sophistication with classic warmth. The restaurant’s abundant use of
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Contrary to what the name might suggest, the restaurant Sanku-Maotsai, located just a few minutes’ walk from Frankfurt main station, is not about Maotai or Moutai – a type of baijiu, a traditional Chinese liquor or schnapps. Instead, the name refers to a popular authentic Chinese dish called Maocai (冒菜) from Sichuan Province, known for
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Today I’d like to introduce you to 香香麻辣烫 XiangXiang Malatang (Spicy Hotpot), a restaurant that has been a favourite of both Asians and locals in Frankfurt for years. Conveniently located in the heart of Frankfurt’s city centre, close to the Römer square in the old town, this place specialises in malatang, a popular dish from
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