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This is where the BBQ is taking place. Take a seat and enjoy.
There are places in Munich that you never forget, and once you've been there, you want to come back. That's how I felt when I was a guest at the Smokey Mountain BBQ in the Bavaria section of BMW Welt Munich last year.read moreI am all the more delighted that this year, despite the different circumstances, the popular summer event is taking place again for all of us. So, every Friday evening until the end of July (from 6:00 pm onwards): head to the terrace of the Bavarie at BMW Welt Munich and enjoy a high-quality BBQ with fine drinks and premium delicacies – made by Käfer delicatessen.
The evening begins with a refreshing aperitif of your choice.
Pure summer atmosphere on the terrace of the Bavarie
Haven't been to the French brasserie "Bavarie" yet? – Then you're missing out. If you didn't know that such a gem as Bavarie, complete with a spacious summer terrace, is located within the BMW Welt, built 13 years ago, then you should definitely listen up. Because once you know the way here, you won't forget it. Bavarie is part of the culinary offerings within BMW Welt and is operated by Käfer delicatessen. And anyone who knows a little about Käfer, and who knows them in turn, knows that the food is top-notch. Just a quick aside before we get to the BBQ: If you've truly never been to BMW Welt, you absolutely should. BMW Welt is an architectural masterpiece unparalleled in Munich, has received numerous awards, and is considered a world-renowned and state-of-the-art landmark of Bavaria, welcoming over three million visitors a year. Thus, with the two-Michelin-starred restaurant "EssZimmer" and the restaurant Bavarie, also located within BMW Welt, it not only offers culinary delights but is also considered the most visited tourist attraction in Bavaria. Throughout the year, countless exhibitions, events, and happenings take place, providing ample reason to visit BMW Welt. However, a drink on the unique summer terrace of Bavarie is definitely reason enough for a visit – which brings us back to BBQ.
Delicious salads and sauces are served.
The Smokey Mountain BBQ 2020
At Restaurant Bavarie, you'll generally be served exclusively regional ingredients, always adhering to the highest standards of quality and sustainability. This is also true for the Smokey Mountain BBQ. The BBQ costs €58.50 per person and includes an aperitif, a complimentary amuse-bouche, two appetizers, four different main courses with market vegetables, dip, and BBQ sauce, as well as two different desserts.
Upon your arrival at the Bavarie – you'll need to take the elevator to the second floor – a friendly staff member will escort you to your table on the terrace, where you can take a seat. Even then, I felt a touch of summer cheer, and the atmosphere was perfect when we were asked for our aperitif preferences – Hugo, Aperol, or beer – and it was time to toast the evening. No matter where you're seated on the spacious terrace, you're guaranteed an open and expansive view of the Olympic Park and the Olympic Tower.
The menu selection is already laid out for you at the table.
For starters, you can choose between Caesar salad with Parmesan, croutons, and a quail egg, and potato salad with radishes, garden salad, and gherkins. These are attractively presented on a wooden board, accompanied by a "Classic BBQ Sauce" and a "Pommery Mustard Dip." For the main courses, you can decide whether you prefer one main course with a larger portion or two different dishes in slightly smaller portions. To show you what Smokey Mountain BBQ has to offer, I ordered all four main courses. 🙂 So, I had "Pulled Duck with Hoisin, Carrot, and Papaya," "Iberico Spare Ribs with BBQ Glaze, Black Pepper, and Chives," "Grilled Loire Salmon with Miso and Lemon," and "Smoked Short Ribs with Coriander Seeds and Moutarde de Meaux"—a French mustard. My favorite was the pulled duck, served in a small cast-iron pot, as well as the perfectly cooked salmon. Combined with the colorful, seasonal market vegetables (potatoes, carrots, beets, asparagus, etc.), the main courses and salads were not only a feast for the eyes but also a culinary delight. It tasted absolutely delicious. Even the thin fries – no wider than a matchstick – added a special touch to the BBQ and its creative presentation.
By the time the desserts were served – creatively presented, varied, and a highlight both in terms of taste and texture – I was at least as, if not more, enthusiastic about Smokey Mountain BBQ as I had been last year. What did we have? – One was "White Chocolate Mousse with Pineapple and Crunch" – my favorite – and the other was "Tahitian Vanilla with Semolina, Strawberry, and Basil" – my companion's favorite.
Doesn't it all look delicious?
Included in the absolutely fair price of less than 60 euros per person is not only the brilliant view and top-notch atmosphere, but also the aperitif mentioned at the beginning, wines with the main courses, water throughout the evening and a specialty coffee for dessert and to finish.
One to go, please – the BBQ box for mobile gourmets
Special circumstances call for special ideas, and so Bavarie has taken advantage of the current situation and come up with something very special for this year's Smokey Mountain BBQ: Smokey Mountain BBQ to go. Yes, that's right! You can have the dishes listed above, in a slightly reduced version, packed in a box for €42.50 and take it with you. This way, even those of you who don't want to go out in public right now, or can't for health reasons, can enjoy the BBQ. Even if you can't get a table due to the current limited capacity of the terrace, you won't miss out on the BBQ thanks to the great to-go offer. Every guest of Bavarie can decide for themselves whether they want to enjoy the BBQ, complete with ambiance, aperitif, friendly service, and more, on the terrace, or prefer to enjoy their very own Smokey Mountain BBQ at home in the garden or elsewhere with their loved ones.
First and only: Smokey Mountain BBQ to go
The ToGo box includes potato and radish salad, crisp market vegetables, Wagyu short ribs, Iberico ribs, Norwegian salmon, pulled Bavarian duck, BBQ sauce, mustard dip, and a small dessert. Pre-ordering is super easy. Just call before 7 pm on Friday and your box(es) will be attractively arranged and, of course, freshly prepared and delivered to you at Bavarie. Isn't that great? I think I'll try it myself.
Overall, my companion and I thoroughly enjoyed Smokey Mountain BBQ again, and even while still at the table, we agreed that the terrace of the Bavarie restaurant in BMW Welt is one of the best summer spots. I'd like to share this insider tip with you and get you excited about this truly top-notch BBQ. The quoted price of €58.50 is more than reasonable, and I'm sure you'll leave at least as happy as I was. You can find reservation options below, or you can pre-order the box by calling this number. Enjoy!
+++ This article was created in cooperation with BMW Welt. Thank you! +++
BMW Welt | Bavaria (Terrace) | Am Olympiapark 1, 80809 Munich
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Event: Smokey Mountain BBQ – until the end of July 2020
every Friday evening between 6 pm and 10 pm;
Details: Children under 6 years of age are free, €58.50 per person.
reservation under 089 358 991 818 or via email
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- The evening begins with a refreshing aperitif of your choice.
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- Delicious salads and sauces are served.
Alexander Braun
Hello and thank you for the informative post! Great blog.