Schwabinger Osterwaldgarten - Munich

These folks were so kind to me! After a damp chilly walk through the English Garden I was in a desperate need for a bathroom. Despite the fact that they didn't... read more These folks were so kind to me! After a damp chilly walk through the English Garden I was in a desperate need for a bathroom. Despite the fact that they didn't open for another minutes, they let me use their WC and offered...me a seat in the corner and some coffee to warm up. After minutes, they were officially open and I ordered lunch. It was served piping hot and was delicious. No, no one spoke English they did not have English menus, but I used Google to help me through. Christmas music was playing, the place was decorated tastefully for the season and the staff was outstanding!

Very nice patio seating under huge trees. A bit of a warning that there is no English translation for the chalk board or paper menu. The restaurant had to find... read more Very nice patio seating under huge trees. A bit of a warning that there is no English translation for the chalk board or paper menu. The restaurant had to find a server who spoke English to serve our table. He wasn’t happy about it, but...he would explain the various dishes when we asked. We ended up ordering the deer goulash, a schnitzel, potato salad, and a large turkey salad. The food was all served hot, except for the salads, and it was all tasty. The turkey was a little dry in the salad. Portions were a good size. The experience seemed very authentic Bavarian, and most people seemed to be locals who knew the staff and were return visitors.

Every year less good than the previous one. Last lunch duck was dry, salads were not seasoned, roasted potatoes were twice or three times reheated, giroles serv... read more Every year less good than the previous one. Last lunch duck was dry, salads were not seasoned, roasted potatoes were twice or three times reheated, giroles served in a huge tasteless salad, aso. Service is fair and garden enjoyable. It is not enough.

I like the Osterwaldgarten. I find it cozy inside with its wood paneling, but the beer garden is also nice and relaxed. You eat traditional Bavarian cuisine. Th... read more I like the Osterwaldgarten. I find it cozy inside with its wood paneling, but the beer garden is also nice and relaxed. You eat traditional Bavarian cuisine. The service is relaxed. The proximity to the English Garden makes it a great place to take a stroll.

Everything is just right here: friendly service, a lovely beer garden, and delicious food. I had a Böfflamot (highly recommended) and my companion had a fabulou... read more Everything is just right here: friendly service, a lovely beer garden, and delicious food. I had a Böfflamot (highly recommended) and my companion had a fabulous Cordon Bleu. If I'm back in Munich, I'll be happy to come back.