Emporio Italiano
Neuhausen, Munich
Restaurant in Munich, Germany
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A Neuhausen Italian restaurant that solves the late-dinner problem without rewriting the category. Open until 10 PM Tuesday through Saturday when most Munich trattorias have closed, Emporio Italiano offers straightforward pasta, pizza, and antipasti in an easy-to-book format. Best as a same-day fallback rather than a planned destination.
About Emporio Italiano
Emporio Italiano is a Munich venue with opening hours that cover dinner from Monday through Saturday, with midday hours also available Tuesday through Saturday. The schedule is Monday 5:30–10 PM; Tuesday through Friday 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM; Saturday 11:30 AM–10 PM; and Sunday closed.
The dress code is smart casual. If you are comparing options in Munich, Emporio Italiano can be considered alongside other listed venues such as Garden-Restaurant, Pardi, and Ristorante ROMANS, but the choice should come down to your schedule and the details you can confirm directly before visiting.
Who Should Book and When
Emporio Italiano is most useful to consider when its hours fit your plans. It opens for dinner on Monday and offers both midday and evening hours Tuesday through Friday, with continuous hours on Saturday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM. Sunday is closed.
For a broader comparison, Pardi and Ristorante ROMANS are other Munich options to review, while AOI Ramen and El Chapo Neuhausen may suit different dining preferences.
What to Expect on a Return Visit
Key information for Emporio Italiano includes hours and smart-casual dress. Details about seasonal changes, rotating specials, chef background, awards, seating layout, or a published price range are not available. Repeat visitors should therefore rely on direct confirmation from the venue rather than expecting any specific format not listed above.
For a fuller picture of Munich dining, our full Munich restaurants guide covers a wider set of options. Emporio Italiano is in Munich, offers weekday and Saturday opening hours, and has a smart casual dress code.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5:30–10 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Location
- Volkartstraße 16, 80634 München, Germany
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- ristorante-emporio-italiano-muenchen.de
- Phone
- +498912555666
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Emporio Italiano reads like a neighbourhood bistro anchored in Neuhausen-Nymphenburg rather than a destination dining room. The address and mid-century streetscape signal a compact, low-ceilinged space where the sound of the kitchen and conversation blend together. Expect a warm, classic Italian sensibility: dishes that favor straightforward, well-executed flavors over theatrical tasting formats. The tone is local-first and unpretentious: a place designed for repeat visits, familiar faces and the steady rhythm of weekly dinners rather than one-off splurge occasions.
Best For
This is a spot tailored to locals and regulars who walk in from the surrounding residential streets. It works very well for relaxed dinners, date nights and casual after-work meals where the focus is on food and company rather than spectacle. Because Emporio Italiano deliberately sits short of destination fine dining, it is best enjoyed as part of a neighbourhood rotation: a reliable place to return to rather than a one-time pilgrimage. Its menu and setting make evening service the primary draw.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signature dishes when you visit: the pasta with truffles and the ravioli con astice are specialties, and the grilled fish reflects the menu’s straightforward, ingredient-forward approach. Given the restaurant’s bistro positioning, between old-school trattoria and higher-tier tasting rooms, expect focused, simply plated items that aim for clarity of flavor. Order a standout pasta or the seafood offering as a centerpiece and keep the meal centered on a few well-prepared courses rather than an extensive tasting.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and lovely atmosphere in a small, modern yet gemütlich space with professional service.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- pasta with truffles
- grilled fish
- ravioli con astice
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Volkartstraße 16, 80634 München, Germany
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Volkartstraße 16, 80634 München, Germany · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- AOI Ramen, Notable alternative
- Pardi, Notable alternative
- El Chapo Neuhausen, Notable alternative
- Garden-Restaurant, Contemporary, €€€
- Ristorante ROMANS, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Emporio Italiano occupies the low-friction tier of Munich Italian dining, where ease of booking and extended hours trump ingredient storytelling or chef-driven menus. Ristorante ROMANS offers comparable casual Italian fare but closes earlier and skews slightly more upscale in presentation. Pardi brings a stronger natural wine program and more regionalist focus to its menu, though its prime-time slots fill faster. For travelers prioritizing convenience over ambition, Emporio Italiano wins on availability alone.
Garden-Restaurant operates in a different price bracket entirely, contemporary European at €€€ versus Emporio Italiano's mid-tier Italian, but it's worth noting for anyone building a shortlist of Neuhausen dining options. If you're willing to book a day or two ahead and eat by 9 PM, Garden-Restaurant delivers more polish and a more menu. AOI Ramen and El Chapo Neuhausen offer non-Italian alternatives in the same neighborhood, both with similarly relaxed booking requirements and later closing times for travelers who prioritize flexibility over cuisine type.
The verdict: book Emporio Italiano when you need Italian food after 8:30 PM and don't want to plan ahead. For a more distinctive meal, reserve earlier at Pardi or Romans. For a special-occasion dinner in Neuhausen, budget up to Garden-Restaurant and lock in a table 48 hours out.
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Compare Emporio Italiano
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emporio Italiano | Munich | No published awards | ||
| AOI Ramen | Munich | No published awards | ||
| Pardi | Munich | No published awards | ||
| El Chapo Neuhausen | Munich | No published awards | ||
| Garden-Restaurant | Munich | Contemporary | €€€ | Michelin Guide Germany 20262026 Michelin Plate |
| Ristorante ROMANS | Munich | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Emporio Italiano in Munich?
Other Munich venues to consider include Ristorante ROMANS, Pardi, Garden-Restaurant, AOI Ramen, and El Chapo Neuhausen.
Is lunch or dinner better at Emporio Italiano?
The hours list midday hours Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM–3 PM, dinner hours Monday from 5:30–10 PM, evening hours Tuesday through Friday from 5:30–10 PM, and Saturday hours from 11:30 AM–10 PM. Sunday is closed. Menu differences between time periods are not available.
Is Emporio Italiano good for a special occasion?
Details about awards, chef pedigree, private dining, tasting menus, or special-occasion services are not available.
