MUNICH ..who knew Oktoberfest began in September?

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I posted a lengthy trip report on Chowhound, unfortunately.

I wasn’t posting trip reports here until January 2020.

I’m consistent in my recommendations. Haha

Some Places to Eat in Munich

I agree, Spatenhaus is super. They have excellent asparagus options this time of year. Spatenhaus has been my favourite traditional restaurant in Munich for close to 17 years. I’ve enjoyed the Sauerbraten, the gulasch soup, the käsespätzle, the asparagus with parsley potatoes, and the desserts. I also like a visit to the Ratskeller when I’m in Munich for a few days. Menu at Ratskeller Dessert Menu at Ratskeller I’ll add Café Luitpold, as an upscale konditorei that makes Prinzregententorte. …

Munich

My favourite upscale German restaurant is Spatenhaus an der Oper, which is on the square close to the Opera. I make a point to visit whenever I can. The main floor is a little more casual than the 2nd floor dining room, but it’s still more upscale than most restaurants serving Bavarian food. I’ve enjoyed the goulash soup, the cheese spaetzle, the asparagus when it’s in season (March-May). They usually have a seasonal menu as well as the regular menu. I like visiting Schubeck’s for spices, nea…