Although Munich may sometimes seem a provincial town, as far as its nightlife goes you can play around for many a nocturnal hour, curfew or no curfew.
Bars
Anno 1551
Varying crowd, from 18-60. The only requirement: you have to be hip and ready to have fun. This bar, run by a husband-wife team, is divided into a cocktail bar, garden, and club. Something for everyone! daily from 11-1
Burgstr. 5
phone: 29 161 566
Bar Centrale
Known for its artsy crowd full of young designers and theater goers. Excellent location in the center of the city daily 8-1
Ledererstr. 23
phone: 22 37 62
Cocktailhaus
Large selection of cocktails at slightly-less-than outrageous prices. Mixed crowd and good music. So-Th 19-1, Fr & Sa 19-3.
Feilitzschstr. 25
phone: 39 80 19
Dreigroschenkeller
Mon.-Fri. 16-1, Sat. & Sun. 10-1. Novelty menu focuses on Kartoffeln, Fleischphlanzerl and a changing Tageskarte. Prices range from 3 to 3,000 "Groschen." Intimate, casual atomosphere, great for a meal out with all your friends. Isar "Plop" Weissbier can be ordered by the case.
Lilienstr. 2
phone: 489 02 90
Ebsch Bar
Extremely friendly staff and good prices make this the ideal Stammkneipe in the Lehel, the neighborhood where everybody knows everybody. Mo-Fr 18-2, Sa 20-2.
Thierschpl. 5
phone: 291 30 30 82
Escobar
A new addition to Munich's bar scene, offering the usual cocktail menu as well as Latin American food. Daily 17-1.
Breisacher Str. 19
phone: 48 51 37
Frauenhofer
Gemutliches Bavarian pub with an airy atmosphere, art Deco ceiling, and extensive menu. The pub is attached to a small theater. Daily 16:30-1.
Fraunhoferstr. 9
phone: 26 64 60
Havanna Club
This dark and intimate bar with its '50s Cuban decor draws a full crowd nightly. Great assortment of exotic drinks.
Herrnstr. 30
phone: 29 18 84
Hong Kong Bar
Classic cocktail bar which mixes the Old World with the New. Modern, airy interior, lively atmosphere, Asian food specialties. So-Th 18-1, Fr & Sa 18-3.
Kapuzinerstr. 39
phone: 201 0205
Klenze 17
Twenty to thirty'ish crowd comes together at this central bar. Relaxed atmosphere and tasty food, packed on weekends. Su-Th 18-1, Fr & Sa 18-3.
Klenzestr. 17
phone: 22 85 795,
Lisboa Bar
Rows of old liquor bottles lining up behind the bar and Portuguese music in a lively and always crowded room make your fantasy about moving to an island even more concrete. Daily 18-1.
Breisacher Str. 22
phone: 448 22 74
Mainstreet Club
A mixed bag of music from Latin to reggae, local to international performers, and plenty of jazz jam sessions. Tu & Fr 22-4, Sa 22-late.
Albert-Roßhaupter-Str. 37
phone: 769 88 78
Milch Bar
The latest addition to Kunstpark Ost has a milk/cow theme. Fun, mixed crowd. Get up and dance between the tables and then cool down with a milkshake. Some of the stuffiest bouncers in town.
Kunstpark Ost Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 490 43 50
Negroni
"Shake it again man!"
Cocktail bar with great atmosphere and EXCELLENT drinks.
Innere Wienerstr. 38
phone: 489 50 154
Sudstadt
A DJ housed in a bamboo hut plays alternative music at this cozy bar. Also has a pool table and table football. Su-We 19-1, Th-Sa 19-2.
Thalkirchner Str. 33
phone: 725 01 52
Tattenbach
Long wooden tables, candlelight, fine menu and good music create a special atmosphere for that "had a good time" feeling. Perfect place to meet an old friend. Mo-Fr 11:30-14:30, Mo-Th 17-1, Fr&Sa 19-2, Su 19-1.
Tattenbachstr. 6
phone: 22 52 68
Tin Nine Bar
Upscale and adult Techno bar/club; you can't dance, but it is possible to talk. Crowded, very smoky, with an international crowd and averagely priced drinks. Mo-Th 20-1, Fr/Sa 20-3.
Jakob-Klar Str. 9
phone: 272 03 30
Irish Pubs
Fiddler's Green
Spacious pub with generous Irish breakfasts. Often live music on weekends. Su-Th 11-1, Fr & Sa 11-3.
Nymphenburgerstr. 70
phone: 12 39 25 80
Gunther Murphy's
Sunday menu features all-you-can-eat all-day brunch with American, English and Irish specials. Mo-Fr 17-1, Sa 12-1(12-3 every second Sat), Su 10-1.
Nikolaistr. 9
phone: 39 89 11
Irish Folk Pub
Munich's oldest Irish pub is open from 20-1, Fr-Sa until 3, with live music every Thursday. Try some of the more than 70 different malt whiskeys. Darts and Irish food. Closed Monday.
Giselastr. 11
phone: 34 24 46
Molly Malone's
Five minutes from the Gasteig in scenic Haidhausen. A popular place to mingle with Munich's Irish crowd while drinking a Guinness and eating tradtional Irish stew. Mo-Sa 17-1, Su 12-1
Kellerstr.21
phone: 688 75 10
Mulligan's Irish Pub
Colorfully decorated, spacious, "non-Irish" Irish bar. Mo-Sa 17-1, Su 12-1
Feilitzschstr. 23
phone: 39 57 32
O'Reilly's
Quieter pub than some Irish bars, but gets busy at weekends; unpretentious despite its upscale location. Mo-Th 16-1, Fr & Sa 16-3, Su 12-1
Maximilianstr. 29
phone: 29 33 11
Shamrock Irish Pub
A true Irish pub atmosphere, with large, noisy crowds and live music daily. (head office 326 20 94) Mo-Th 17-1, Fr & Sa 17-3, Su 11-1
Trautenwolfstr. 6
phone: 33 10 81
Shananigins
Roomier pub with live music, & ceili dancing during the week. Daily 17-1
Ungererstr. 19
phone: 34 21 12
Dancing
Atomic Cafe
Small, hip club in Munich's inner city. Beat, pop & rock music. Often hosts renowned DJ guests and touring bands. Mo-Mi 21-3, Do-Sa 21-4, Su 21-3.
Neuturmstr. 5
phone: 22 83 052
Babylon
Part of Kunstpark Ost, frequently hosts touring bands. Fr: G Point-Playtime at the Disco Universe, Sa: Deep Space Night: house and blackbeat.
Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 49 00 27 30
Bongo Bar
Known as the "ballroom" of the Kunstpark Ost for its elegant setting, the Bongo Bar attracts a trendy thirty-somethings crowd. Features an entertainment show with an early '20s atmosphere We-Fr 19-3, Sa & Su 19-4.
Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 49 00 27 30
Cafe Muffathalle
Acid jazz, soul and Brazilian music Fridays. Relaxed atmosphere, low poseur factor. Mo-Fr 19-3, Sa-Su 19-1.
Zellstr. 4
phone: 45 87 50 00
Energy Disco
Special event on Su from 21-4 at "Sugar Shack." DJs from the local radio scombination of rock & pop. Lots of fun with a mixed crowd. Admission EUR5.
Herzogspitalstr. 6
phone: 26 37 20
Far Out
Good dance music and a young crowd. It used to be a Hare Krishna hangout, but is now quite chic. We-Su 22-4.
Am Kosttor 2
phone: 22 66 61
Incognito
Part of Kunstpark Ost, frequently hosts touring bands. Fr: "Groove Pack," Sa: Salsa night.
Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 49 00 27 30
Keller
Step down into the basement and enjoy informal atmosphere and really good rock music at this recently opened but already popular club. Great place to party or listen to young, unknown bands. Daily 21-4.
Kunstpark Ost, Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 49 042 114
KW
Nr.1 location for good house and Techno music in the Kunstpark Ost. Saturday performances by famous DJs such as Sven Väth, Mousse T. and David Moralis. Tough doormen looking for those stylish people. Fri.: Techno Trance. Sat.: House. Fri. & Sat. 23-6.
Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 490 42 10
Mandarin Lounge
Small club that plays mostly house music. Cool, without being formidably so. Th & Sa 23-4.
Herzogspitalstr. 6
phone: 26 37 20
Maximilian's Nightclub
Mingle with Munich's jet set in this upscale dance club. Daily 22-4
Maximiliansplatz 16
phone: 22 32 52
Millenium
Divided into two spaces, a lounge & a dance floor. Fr: Deep & Dirty Disco . Sa: Mixed Techno Fr & Sa 23-6
Domagkstr. 33
phone: 324 67 50
Nachtwerk CLUB
located next to the Nachtwerk. Mondays evergreen, Thursdays two step and on Saturdays "Electric Delicate", electronic dancemusic by famous DJ`s such as Chris Liebing, Resident Mike Nouveau or Marco Cannata. Open from 23:00 till open end. Entrance EUR7,5
Landsbergerstr. 185
email: nnw@nachtwerk.de
website: http://www.electric-delicate.de
Pipfax
German Schlagermusic, Charts and 50´s-90´s. Perfect dance club to meet young people, very crowed, cheap and strong cocktails, very nice staff. Don't wear your running shoes! Tue. & Th. 22-4, Wed. 21:30-4, Fri. 24-4, Sat. 22-4.
Leopoldstr. 19
phone: 39 94 51
Saint Thomas
Mo-We 20-1, Th-Sa 'til 3. Live music six days a week and a very mixed (but into-it) crowd. There is no music style that isn't allowed.
Tegernseer Landstr. 302
phone: 690 54 56
Scala Music Bar
Dance to acid jazz and house music in this prestigious club. Beware of the bouncer who's hard to get by. On weekends you might need a club card. Wed.-Sat. 20-4.
Oskar-von- Miller Ring 3.
phone: 28 58 58
Shalom
A true singles-bar with an international crowd. Occasional live music. Small dance floor with many, many bodies.
Leopoldstr. 130, corner Potsdamer Str.
phone: 36 66 62
Unterfahrt
Closed Mo. This relaxed, informal atmosphere is favored by a slightly older clientèle who like their jazz serious. Well-known for their outstanding line-up of international acts. Concerts start at 9PM. Reservations by phone from 6PM on.
Kirchenstr. 96
phone: 448 27 94
After Hours
Adria
Diner-style, low-key atmosphere and good post-dancing food from a four-page menu. Ideal for observing the dynamics of late-night Leopoldstr. Daily 10:30-3.
Leopoldstr. 19
phone: 39 65 29
Alter Simpl
Historic pub named after the political satire magazine Simplicissimus. Late-night and mixed crowd. Mo-Th 11-3, Fr & Sa 11-4.
Türkenstr. 57
phone: 272 30 83
B21
Great cocktail's and some of Munich's best late night food. Try the gnocchi, even is it is almost time for breakfast! daily from 9-6 (it's only closed 3 hours)
Pacellistr. 5
phone: 29 44 55
Caprice Bistro
Yuppie-style Italian-German dining in a casual atmosphere. Mo-Sa 11:30-3.
Sendlinger Str. 42
phone: 26 88 00
Club Morizz
Chic gay men gather in this trendy bar/restaurant. Also has a full menu with international and Thai food. Su-Th 19-2, Fr/Sa 19-3
Klenzstr. 43
phone: 201 67 76
Henry's Manhattan Bar
This classy and inviting bar is slightly hidden, but well worth the search. The barkeeper/owner takes pride in mixing drinks and pleasing customers. The best Zombie in town. Happy Hour 22-24. Daily 8-4.
Maximilianstr. 10 (entrance Falkenturmstr.)
phone: 291 37 33
Internet Cafe
Free internet access in a lively atmosphere, with reasonably priced Italian fare and a helpful staff. Call ahead to reserve the fastest systems with color monitors. Daily 11-3.
Nymphenburgerstr. 145
phone: 129 47 44
Kay's Bistro
The older and established Munich crowd gathers at this see-and-be-seen chic and always trendy restaurant. Daily 19-3.
Utzschneiderstr. 1
phone: 260 53 84
Master's Home
Most rooms in this expensive Munich staple are decorated like a house; drink your Pils on the double bed, have a cocktail in the tub or on the toilet. Menu until 1:30.
Frauenstr. 11
phone: 22 99 09
Nacht Kantine
Popular after hours wind down spot. An informal atmosphere where you can have breakfast. Great veggie burgers & reasonable prices. Mo-Th 10-5, Fr & Sa 10-7.
Grafinger Str. 6
phone: 49 00 21 53
Weintrodler
Said to have the best Spare Ribs in all of Munich! Monday-Saturday 16-6 Sunday 17-6
Biennerstr. 10
phone: 28 31 93
