Food & Drink | 13 Guides

Taste authentic German and Bavarian cuisine with our food and drink guides. Discover local restaurants, food tours, traditional dishes, beer gardens, and culinary experiences that showcase the region's rich gastronomic heritage from hearty comfort food to refined regional specialties. Our comprehensive guides help you navigate menus, understand traditional cooking methods, and find the best places to try iconic dishes like Schweinshaxe, Schnitzel, Spätzle, and Obatzda. Learn about regional food traditions, seasonal specialties that change throughout the year, and the stories behind classic Bavarian dishes that have been perfected over centuries. We share recommendations for everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to cozy neighborhood taverns, traditional bakeries for breakfast, and beer gardens where food is as important as the beer. Discover food markets for local ingredients, cooking classes to learn Bavarian recipes, and the best cafes for afternoon Kaffee und Kuchen. Whether you're a foodie seeking culinary adventures or simply want to understand and enjoy traditional German cuisine, our guides help you eat and drink like a local.