Laura P.
Yelp
Let me begin this review with saying I don't typically write reviews unless I'm extremely happy or immensely disappointed. In this case, it is extreme pleasure!
I had the wonderful fortune of discovering a new Munich gem; MUN Restaurant. A sushi, Asian-fusion hideaway with creative and traditional dishes representing the full spectrum of Asian cuisine. MUN has a speak easy, swanky club kind of vibe, with beautiful lightly and fixtures that lend itself to a special and memorable evening.
Wow! It was amazing. Being a native Californian (Santa Barbara to be precise, the home of Uni) who was raised on sushi and now residing in New York City, where some of the best chefs reside, I'm not easy to please. But please I was. The fish was unbelievably fresh and delicious and the presentation was a work of art. They make their own soy sauce and ponzu sauce adding a whole new dimension of taste. They also add creative touches and spices that greatly enhance the flavor of dish.
We had the Omakase (Chef's choice) with the wine pairing. I didn't write down the names of the wines but they worked perfectly with each dish. It's clear every wine selection was thoughtfully and lovingly made to ensure the optimal flavor experience with the accompanying course. The right wine really makes a difference.
You know you're going to have a wonderful meal with the Amuse Bouche is tasty pair of spicy tuna on crispy rice. My bouche was greatly amused. Next came the nigiri sushi that was incredibly fresh and the ideal temperature. The salmon, tuna and hamachi were super flavorful and the scallop was sweet and melted in your mouth. A special treat, if you can get it, is the yellow tail belly. Slightly seared and unbelievably delicious. It's like butter in your mouth.
The next course was the Hamachi sashimi with a tasty sauce made with soy sauce, ginger and pomegranate seeds. The ginger gives it a wonderful little kick that's a perfect pair with the tangy pomegranate. Next came the tuna tar tar with crispy won ton. I have to admit, this is one of my favorites. It had the ideal mixture of spice and sweetness with the added crunch of pine nuts. One of those things you'll find yourself craving the next day and the day after that.
One of the more inventive dishes came next, albacore sashimi with a ginger infused special sauce. Beautiful & Delicious! Perfectly cooked, flakey, buttery black cod with Kochujang glaze followed. Black Cod; also known as butter fish; is one of my person favs and this preparation was perfect! Not overly sweet or over glazed, with the ideal texture.
We moved onto something a little more traditional on the next course. Bipimbob. A Korean staple and a tough dish to get right. MUN nailed it. The rice is the key to Bibimbob and it was done perfectly. I had fresh salmon and avocado; super YUM! It worked perfectly with the spices and vegetables. I don't know where MUN gets their salmon but it's out of this world.
The final course was dessert. Homemade macaroons with fresh sorbet. A new take on cookies and cream, for sure. The macaroons are worthy of a review all by themselves. Delicious! I had black sesame (one of my personal favorites!) and key lime. And the sorbet was a great compliment. Together they had the right blend of sweet and tangy that finished off an amazing meal and evening.
Finally.. and no less important, was the service. Top Notch! Every person was over the top friendly and helpful. Every course served with precision and they paid attention to every little detail. Very impressive. I had a chance to speak with the owners, Mun and Cary, and they are wonderful. It's clear they truly care about their patrons and are devoted to providing a high end, outstanding dining experience. Now if I can just get them to open a restaurant in NYC. ;)
I don't get the Munich often, but this is now my destination restaurant for sure. I can't recommend MUN restaurant enough. It's a very special place.