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Landersdorfer and Innerhofer | Weinviertel in your neighborhood | Restaurant number 7 of 14 I've just come from the Landersdorfer & Innerhofer restaurant, the seventh restaurant and thus the halfway point for me in the June campaign "Weinviertel in Your Neighborhood," in which 14 top restaurants from Munich are participating. (Here are the previous six articles:) Blue Buck, Halali, essence, Freisinger Hof, Bavarian National Museum (bnm), ÖsteriaThe aim of the campaign is to introduce people to the diversity of Austrian wines from the Weinviertel region and, of course, to present new culinary suggestions in great restaurants in the city – perfectly paired with the wine. Until now, I only knew Landersdorfer and Innerhofer by name, but after my visit, I can now say that I've discovered a new gem in Munich.
The restaurant interior
Landersdorfer and Innerhofer – Menu, dishes, wines
The restaurant, which opened in 2000, doesn't have a menu. Here, it's customary to be surprised by the kitchen team, resulting in spontaneous and enjoyable cuisine. This is something the (regular) guests greatly appreciate. At lunchtime, there's a small, not-too-filling set menu for €25, which the friendly staff, or even Mr. Innerhofer himself, will present to you at your table. The menu includes soup or salad, a main course – sometimes fish, sometimes meat – and a small dessert. Those who come in the evening at Landersdorfer and Innerhofer are always served a three- to six-course set menu (starting at €55). Here, too, the motto is: no menu, just a surprise – of course, you can discuss any dietary restrictions or intolerances beforehand. The dishes may have an Asian, Mediterranean, or Bavarian influence, but they always reflect the current season and are prepared using regional ingredients (from the wholesale market and slaughterhouse) whenever possible.
Gewürztraminer from Julius Klein
Now, let's talk about the wines. The wine list – this time in print – offers 400-500 different bottled wines (starting at €24) from Austria, Italy, France, and even California and Australia, and is readily available in the restaurant. The approach to wine selection is just as personal and straightforward as the food. The wines served by the glass depend on demand, and upon request, the restaurant is happy to offer bottles by the glass – depending on the wine and availability. However, there are usually six or seven open red and white wines (starting at €5.20) on offer at all times. Since the beginning of June, they've also added six additional wines from the Weinviertel region. There are no fixed prices for tasting menus, but expect to pay an extra €6-7 for wine per course. Below, I've listed the specific wines and the wineries in the Weinviertel from which they come. I had the opportunity to taste three of them, paired with a wonderful – I can't describe it any other way – perfect four-course meal. This meal was custom-made for me, and I didn't know what to expect. I'm a big fan of this style of dining – not always strictly à la carte, but leaving a little room for surprises on the plate and thus some creative freedom in the kitchen. So, if you come here, just be prepared and let yourself be swept away by a culinary experience.
Basil Sorbet
Food and wine reviews
Okay, so course 1 – an Asian-style tuna sashimi with pickled ginger, avocado, and wasabi (€22.50) – was served, accompanied by a dry 2014 Gewürztraminer (from the Julius Klein winery | 0.1l / €6.40), which grows in the Rustenberg south-facing vineyard. An ideal combination and – depending on when you visit – certainly a great start to the menu for any white wine drinker. Before that, I was served homemade potato bread made with yeast dough, cut into individual strips. So delicious and with a texture similar to focaccia, so delicate that I simply couldn't stop eating it. (Be sure to ask for it, or it will be brought to your table automatically.) Course 2 consisted of turbot on porcini mushrooms and pak choi (€34) and a glass of 2015 Grüner Veltliner from loess soil (from the Prechtl winery | 0.1l | €5.50). The fish was cooked to perfection and easily fell apart with a fork. Pak choi is usually associated with Asian dishes served with spicy sauce and rice, so in this combination it was a welcome change and a perfect complement to the turbot. Paired with the dry white wine, it was a very successful dish.
Cream puffs with vanilla cream, strawberries and strawberry sorbet
Even before the first course, I chatted with Mr. Innerhofer about the cuisine and the restaurant's philosophy. We got to talking about the basil sorbet with sour cream and olive oil. A small intermezzo, regularly served before the main course, which has been available since the restaurant opened almost 17 years ago. Now I know why. An incredibly fresh and subtly basil-flavored combination with an extremely refreshing note and – at least for me – a kind of flavor reset. Afterward, my palate was relatively neutral again, and I was ready for the next course (definitely order the sorbet, or you'll receive it as an intermezzo with the set menu). The next course consisted of beef tenderloin with roasted potatoes and pointed cabbage. I was also served the third and, for me, last Weinviertel wine to try: a Weinviertel DAC Reserve, Grüner Veltliner "8000" (from the Setzer winery | 0.75l bottle / €52). This wine is named for the 8,000 vines planted very close together to produce it. In my opinion, this wine is the clear winner of the three I tasted, and thanks to its robust flavor and pleasant acidity, it's an ideal accompaniment to the beef tenderloin I was served – it doesn't always have to be red wine with meat. Last but not least – dessert: a small profiterole with vanilla cream, strawberries, and strawberry sorbet (for €11.50) from the lunch menu. A refreshing and wonderful finale.
Recommendation from the Landersdorfer and Innerhofer restaurants
Mr. Innerhofer recommends that his guests come and let themselves be surprised. The restaurant's unique feature is the menu, created by the kitchen, with each course accompanied by a choice of wine (approximately €6-7 per glass). The aim is for every guest to take their time, enjoy good food, and savor seasonal, regional, and, of course, fresh dishes. It's difficult to recommend specific dishes, as the menu changes regularly, with individual items being gradually replaced depending on ingredient availability. However, Mr. Innerhofer advises that the basil sorbet is definitely worth trying. Wine recommendations are provided for all dishes.
Tuna sashimi with avocado and wasabi
Hard facts
The Landersdorfer and Innerhofer restaurant serves hot meals Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. As mentioned, there is no printed menu; only a small overview of the lunch specials is displayed on a handwritten chalkboard on the exterior wall. Card payments are accepted, but parking is not readily available. So, if you enjoy exploring the city on foot, cycling, or using public transportation (U-Bahn lines 1, 2, 3, and 6 | Sendlinger Tor station), it's best to do so, as finding a parking spot is rather a matter of luck. The restaurant can also be rented in sections for private or business events. Do yourself a favor and reserve a table by phone in advance. You can also inquire about the menu over the phone, which is always welcome. Those who don't fancy a full multi-course meal can also choose individual courses from the complete menu – it's not mandatory to order the entire menu. The ambiance is cozy and chic, with white tablecloths, fresh flowers, and plenty of dark wood. Feeling comfortable here is made easy, thanks in part to the pleasant atmosphere.
The selection of wines from the Weinviertel region at Landersdorfer and Innerhofer
In June, the following wines from the Weinviertel region of Austria will also be available by the glass at Landersdorfer and Innerhofer:
1) 2014, Gewürztraminer, Weingut Julius Klein, Pemersdorf
2) 2015, Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC „Wiege“, Weingut Julius Klein, Pemersdorf
3) 2015, Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC „Ausstich“, Setzer Winery, Hohenwarth
4) 2015, Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC „Längen“, Prechtl Winery, Zellerndorf
5) 2015, Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC Reserve „8000“, Setzer Winery, Hohenwarth
6) 2012/2013 Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC Reserve „Hundsleiten“, Pfaffl Winery, Hohenwarth
Conclusion: All in all, my meal was fantastic! Starting with the incredibly fresh sashimi, the melt-in-your-mouth turbot with mushrooms, the perfectly cooked sirloin steak with roasted potatoes, and the two sorbets – basil as an intermediate course and strawberry for dessert – simply superb. Add to that the wines from the Weinviertel region, and I was in culinary heaven. 😉 I was asked several times if I was enjoying my meal and received excellent service. Of course, quality comes at a price, and such excellent service as at Landersdorfer and Innenhofer is to be expected, but a visit is definitely worthwhile.
Place visited: Landersdorfer and Innerhofer
Address: Hackenstraße 6-8, 80331 Munich
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