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The 10 best Italian restaurants in Munich

Whether with pizza, pasta or pesce, it's certainly the dolce vita. Munich celebrates Italian culture with a variety of authentic cuisines from boot heel to shank. The Falstaff editorial team gives you the best tips.

In the city that likes to call itself the "northernmost city in Italy", Acquarello is an institution of avant-garde cuisine. The extraordinary ambience alone is worth a visit.

Mühlbaurstraße 36, 81677 Munich, Germany

You probably wouldn't look for top-class Italian cuisine in Freiburg? But you should: at Eichhalde, Federico Campolattano conjures up refined Italian dishes ranging from the art of pasta to Wagyu tongue.

Stadtstraße 91, 79104 Freiburg, Germany

The Acetaia is rightly regarded as one of the best Italian restaurants in the city. Ambience and enchanted garden by the Nymphenburg Canal - it could be in Rome! Excellent pasta dishes.

Nymphenburger Straße 215, 80639 Munich, Germany

Before you look at the menu, you should ask for the daily recommendations. You are always well advised to do so, because the kitchen knows its craft and brings "Bella Italia" authentically to your plate.

Amalienstraße 38, 80799 Munich, Germany

The white tablecloths, the lights on the walls, everything prepares you for what will be served on the plates: fantastic Italian cuisine that is both traditional and creative.

Mühlbaurstraße 5, 81677 Munich, Germany

Located on the spacious Wittelsbacherplatz, Rocca Riviera is a place to go for Mediterranean cuisine in a chic, modern ambience. The dishes are ideal for sharing. A tip for lunch is the two-course menu.

Wittelsbacherplatz 2, 80333 Munich, Germany

Ciao bella, life is good. But it's so far to Napoli. That's why you just go to chef Andrea Pomiato Colesso - it's the same thing. The food! And the wines! Grande!

Sparkassenstraße 11, 80331 Munich, Germany

Seasonal freshness of the best produce is a must in the friendly family business. Just like the finest homemade pasta and of course the classic "Tagiolini al Tartufo". You have to try them!

Nordendstraße 58, 80801 Munich, Germany

Hostess Elena and chef Luca have been inviting guests into their living room since 2008. They serve Italian delicacies such as homemade potato gnocchi with rabbit ragout or a surprise menu.

Wilhelm-Dieß-Weg 2, 81927 Munich, Germany

The ivy climbs up the wall and a shiver runs down your spine because you feel like you're in a dream as you taste the tagliatelle with chanterelles - and a nice glass of wine to go with it!

Steinstraße 42, 81667 Munich, Germany