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Amo – Italian cuisine at Munich Airport Italian cuisine is something I personally find particularly appealing. Pizza, pasta, and the like—ignoring all the carbohydrates—are always welcome guests on my plate. I regularly enjoy Italian classics in all sorts of variations. So, I was really looking forward to my visit to the Amo restaurant at Munich Airport as part of my Tasty Tour. My companion and I sampled the appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Italian food at Munich Airport—does it taste good? I found out on my 15th taste test at Munich Airport.
The restaurant area of the Amo
What can you expect at Amo?
The bright and airy Amo restaurant is located in the new departures area, just past security. You can only enjoy a meal there if you're departing from or arriving at the new departures terminal (Gates K and L) or if your flight departs from Terminal 2 (Gates G and H). In the latter case, you can easily take the underground train to the new departures terminal. The restaurant is exceptionally friendly and inviting. A first impression is always formed when you approach and enter a restaurant, and this one certainly made a good one. Amo impresses with its cheerful colors, cozy and appealing decor, pictures on the walls, red leather banquettes, decorative touches here and there, and plenty of natural light streaming in through the glass front. Besides the main dining area with tables of varying sizes, communal tables, and an inviting bar, there are also six separate round tables right by the window overlooking the runway. We opted for a bright, round table for two in the group of six and took our seats.
Food offer and selection
Pizza, pasta, and other similar dishes are offered.
The menu is brought to your table at Amo. However, pizza, pasta, and a few classic dishes are also printed on the paper placemats – a matter of taste, but I thought it suited the overall look. The menu primarily features the usual classics. Crazy creations, sometimes offered in pizzerias, are absent here. The question is, do you really need those to get a good pizza? I don't think so. I was perfectly happy with the classics, both pizza and pasta, and my companion and I opted for a 50/50 split. That is, one pizza, one pasta – each of us got half. Before that, though – because we had to do some proper testing – we ordered a large plate of antipasti for two. We let ourselves be surprised, only asking that they definitely include the three different types of bruschetta from the menu. Asked, said, done.
In total, there are nearly ten different pizzas to choose from – all quite classic and priced between €9.90 and €13.90 – and six different pasta dishes (€9.90 – €14.90). Risotto, antipasti, salads, main courses such as veal schnitzel, chicken breast, or grilled shrimp (from €19.90), as well as three different desserts and ice cream are also available. The menu also includes various breakfast options (daily between 6:00 and 11:00 a.m.). However, these are (unfortunately) not truly Italian, but rather classically "German" with omelets, muesli, or croissants.
The antipasti platter
Selection and evaluation of the dishes
We were served an antipasti platter that, in my opinion, was perfect. It included Italian Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano), Italian Parma ham, breadsticks, melon, tomato with buffalo mozzarella, vegetables, and various types of bruschetta (Parma ham, black olive tapenade, or diced tomatoes and basil). Before the main course was ordered, we were served oven-fresh pizza bread, beautifully fluffy and soft, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt. Bread is the death of the appetite, as they say, so I left it untouched until the main courses arrived. The antipasti platter was devoured in no time, quickly cleared away, and we didn't have to wait long for our two main courses. We opted for classic choices: a plate of spaghetti with basil pesto and a tuna pizza. You might think "booooring!", but no – precisely this is how you can easily determine if the store is any good, in my opinion.
Tables with a direct view of the runway
Both dishes were served simultaneously, and since we all know that presentation is key, the first bite was quite delicious. Everything was fresh, colorful, and appetizing. I started with the pasta, which was perfectly al dente—just as Italians like it. Not too mushy, soft, or hard. The pesto had a pleasant basil flavor, was fresh, and not too oily or thickly spread on the pasta. I absolutely dislike it when pasta is swimming in sauce or oil, or when the sauce leaves me feeling overly full. This wasn't the case here. Plenty of spaghetti ended up in our stomachs, accompanied by a separate pot of Italian Parmesan cheese (which, of course, I couldn't leave untouched and kept nibbling away at). My companion went first to try the pizza. It looked delicious and tasted good to me as well. The usual pizza annoyances, like huge bubbles in the dough, overly dry edges, soggy dough, too much liquid on the pizza, etc., were all absent here. My companion thought the pizza was "okay," but I would categorize it as "good." While I might leave a crust that's too hard, in this case, I ate the whole pizza, toppings and all. I found the pizza fresh, generously topped, and delicious.
A sweet ending
And because we simply couldn't resist, we had two more Italian desserts. Or rather, let me explain. Even when I firmly resolve to skip dessert, the moment someone asks, "Another dessert for the lady?!" my iron will is broken, and tiramisu or panna cotta wins. "So be it," my guilty conscience tells itself, and after the first spoonful of panna cotta or the first forkful of creamy tiramisu, that guilt vanishes. Both were beautifully presented and tasted delicious. Completely full and satisfied, we left Amo after a pleasant lunch, a friendly chat with the staff, and a good meal.
Facts and personal conclusion
I can highly recommend a visit. Amo offers simple and classic, but simply good, Italian cuisine. Of course, how you perceive and evaluate a restaurant always depends on your expectations, the occasion, and the circumstances. On this particular day, I was in the mood for a relaxed and cozy meal – simple and uncomplicated. Amo delivered on that promise. It also impresses with its fair price-performance ratio, friendly service, and overall pleasant atmosphere. If I had to find fault, I would probably mention the unavoidable use of some convenience products. However, wherever logistically and operationally feasible, they prioritize fresh and high-quality ingredients. Amo is open from 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM during the winter months and until 10:00 PM during the summer. Airport employees also receive a discount on all meals. Stop by on your next flight and see for yourself.
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Place visited: Amo at Munich Airport
Tested: Antipasti plate, pizza, pasta, dessert
Address: Terminal 2, Departures, Gate L, Level 05 – behind security
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- A sweet ending
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- Pizza, pasta, and other similar dishes are offered.
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- The 15th test: Amo
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- The restaurant area of the Amo
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- The antipasti platter
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- Tables with a direct view of the runway
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