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Recently, I was at the Destina – the former – in the evening with my companion. La Baracca – to have dinner at Maximiliansplatz. I had reserved a table in advance via the online function directly on the Destina website. When we arrived, it wasn't really that different from La Baracca. The reception area – where I gave my name, we were greeted, and shown to our table – is simply on the left instead of the right, and there are no longer any tablets at the entrance. Inside, Destina hasn't changed much either compared to La Baracca. (You should definitely read the article! 😉)
After being seated, we were brought the dark red menus in paper form (a shame, really – I preferred ordering via tablet) and given a table right by the window. The staff were exceptionally friendly, and even before we had taken off our coats and sat down, a bread basket with fresh bread had already arrived. The menu offers a good mix of dishes. Before we made our selection, it was explained to us that the system works similarly to tapas, and we could either choose from a variety of small snacks or select from the standard menu (see photo). Examples of small snacks or small meals to assemble included green and black olives; roasted almonds, rosemary, sea salt; hummus; chickpea puree; eggplant chips; balsamic carrots; small green peppers with sea salt; baby chard with pine nuts; eggplant, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil; buffalo mozzarella, olive oil, basil; millet, shrimp, coriander, ginger; Octopus slices or beef carpaccio with arugula are among the choices. Smaller portions range in price from €2.80 to €6.80 – quite affordable. The same applies to pasta, pizza, fish, meat, and shellfish dishes, all reasonably priced – from €4.40 to €13.50 for lamb fillet on the bone. It's best to take a look at the menu. here simply on.
However, we opted for the regular menu, which you can see in my photo. The menu isn't particularly extensive, but it offers a well-balanced selection. My companion chose the pimiento verde & consejos hilo – orecchiette made with emmer wheat, beef tenderloin tips, and green peppercorns for €12. I opted for the caprina gratinado & canónigos – gratinated goat cheese, lamb's lettuce, and fig mustard for €12.50. The regular menu offers salads/antipasti, pasta, pizza, and several meat and fish dishes – the least expensive being the spaghetti with tomato sauce and jalapenos for €8.90, and the most expensive being the grilled beef tenderloin for €22.50.
The food was served quickly and all at once. My companion's pasta looked very appetizing, the beef was tender, and everything tasted great. The portion size was also fine. My goat cheese salad consisted of a small mound of lamb's lettuce with dressing and a round of goat cheese placed next to it. (The server was kind enough to explain to me when I ordered that I shouldn't expect a salad mixed with the goat cheese, but rather that the elements would be served separately.) Overall, the portion was too small for €12.50 (more expensive than the pasta with beef!). Of course, goat cheese (which was very delicious) is quite filling, but I could have easily eaten a bit more salad.
The ambiance is impeccable – still cozy and stylish. Wooden plank ceilings, dark parquet floors, louvered partitions to visually separate the dining areas, a chic long bar in the restaurant, top-notch staff, white tablecloths on the approximately 30-35 tables (one minor drawback: white paper towels placed over the tablecloths – similar to a fast-food restaurant to prevent spills), subtle lighting, and overall a very cohesive concept. In the entrance area, there are substantial leather armchairs, stacked logs, shelves full of glasses, and many carefully chosen details that create a welcoming atmosphere – the glass facade and high ceilings in the restaurant certainly contribute to this as well. As mentioned, not much has changed inside compared to La Baracca.
I definitely can't advise against Destina. It's certainly interesting if you want to try lots of small portions and different snacks. We didn't do that, but I'll definitely come back and perhaps order something from their menu. We paid €34 for two drinks (Coke Zero for €3 and a juice spritzer for €4.10) and two dishes, including tip. That's not cheap, but almost normal for Munich. Card payments are accepted. Destina is open Sunday and Monday from 11:30 am to 11:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:30 am to midnight, and Thursday through Saturday from 11:30 am to 1:00 am. (Kitchen hours: Sunday and Monday until 10:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday until 11:00 pm, Thursday through Saturday until midnight).
I had a lovely evening there and hope you do too. 🙂 Give it a try.
I'll be back: Generally, yes. The price isn't entirely reasonable, but the service is excellent. Great concept – you can put together your own small snacks.
Place visited: Destination
Address: Maximiliansplatz 9, 80333 Munich
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