Rusticana in München

It's really worth a visit! Good selection of food! Friendly service! The spareribs are highly recommended!

Spare rips recommended. Please reserve one in advance. We were lucky to reserve a day in advance and got seats for two people at the counter. Fine with me.

Best restaurant for meat and good mood!

The food came to the table lukewarm. What we weren't told was that we only had the table for 2 hours. The bill was brought to our table without being asked and stated that the table would be reserved for someone else in 10 minutes. An absolute NO GO jm!!! Unfortunately, spending a cozy evening with friends is not possible in this restaurant.

Get a place for two people even without a reservation. Very fast and friendly service. Very tasty and sufficient food. Always happy again.

The food was very tasty, but too narrow

Get space at short notice (this is certainly not always the case). Child friendly. Food top! Service top!

An institution for meat lovers in Munich and particularly known for its spare ribs. If several people decide to have spare ribs, they are served generously in the middle on a board. Personally, the seasoning of the ribs was a bit too sweet for me - but that's a matter of taste. Service was very committed and routine.

Fantastic ribs, slow service because it is very busy and only 2 people doing everything, great quality price

Dear long-time friends and guests of Rusticana, Today it was that time again after a long, tiring day and we're looking forward to sensational spare ribs at Rusticana and making our way through the traffic-clogged city full of anticipation for a delicious meal. After having enjoyed coming there as a guest for 25 years, today I was completely disillusioned and disappointed! They were kind enough to reserve a place for us at the bar, which was very friendly and attentive because the crowds are really big every day. Based on my last experiences as a guest there, when I ordered, I asked that the spare ribs come fresh and hot from the grill onto the plate or the wooden plate, because I have had the problem with lukewarm to cold spare ribs several times. This is due to the situation that there is only a small grill and a lot of "preparation" is done there and then temporarily stored in a warming oven. The ribs from the grill used to come to the table straight away! In addition to the spare ribs, we also ordered a salad and a baked potato, which were very tasty. Unfortunately the spare ribs didn't come for ages and so the baked potato just got cold. Then the spareribs finally came and I realized again that they were unfortunately only lukewarm. What a disappointment despite previous announcements and requests to serve these hot from the oven. Now I had to ask for the spareribs to be heated again and they disappeared back into the kitchen. The result after 10 minutes was totally dried-out, bad-tasting spare ribs that probably just ended up in the microwave to heat the whole thing up again. Since I'm actually not a fan of posting negative reviews on the Internet, I of course tried to talk to both the kitchen and the lady behind the bar, at a distance from the guests. As to whether any solution could be found, this was answered in the negative and thanked for the tip. No replacement, refund or anything similar. We then paid immediately after we were asked to vacate our seats, which was justified because more guests came. When I paid, I was advised not to visit the restaurant again. A true masterpiece of hospitality after 25 years of loyalty. I think that if you are no longer able to serve your core business, namely spareribs, which you have known for decades, hot and fresh to the table, then you should look for another field of activity. After 25 years, this was my last visit to Rustikana. As I said, I was also advised not to enter the restaurant again. I tried to solve everything in a direct, communicative way. However, they weren't open to that, so I'm now writing here what all Rusticana visitors should pay attention to in the future. Watch how long your spare ribs disappear from the grill into the kitchen and when they are served, check whether they are really hot. Otherwise I would let them go back. And of course I was very disappointed with the food, but even more disappointing is the way you are treated as a guest and the fact that it was not possible to find a satisfactory solution for everyone in a communicative, human way. Put the receipt here so that you can see that I actually visited the restaurant today. I'm curious whether there will be any reaction from the restaurant.

Juicy ribeye steak 🥩 perfectly cooked as requested. Nice atmosphere and very friendly staff.

Excellent place with delicious ribs and a must try. Perfect value for money, service a little slow

Very good food and drink, friendly staff. Top spare ribs. We'll be back.

Great spare ribs! Goes so well with the draft Weißbier. Will definitely come back if I am in town.

Spare ribs are an absolute must! Super tasty. Service is long-established and very nice. Reservation essential. Insider tip in Munich!!!

Spare ribs 10/10 Very friendly service & pleasant vibe in the restaurant.

Excellent spare ribs; Rooms very comfortable; Top price-performance ratio; Highly recommended locally!!!

This is the secret place in Munich. A very tiny Restaurant with the best ribs in town. You need a reservation to have dinner here, it's always full. The food here is great and for Munich affordable. Not a Luxury place at all, but a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Service is friendly and swift, but you need some patience when it's very crowded.

Rusticana is rightly the best-known spareribs restaurant in Munich and the surrounding area. Great ribs and friendly service. Table reservations a few days in advance are recommended due to high demand. The restaurant is rather small to medium sized so there isn't much space for strollers etc.

Amazing menu. I can't wait to try more

The food was good, but the table was much too small and the food could hardly fit on it and people could walk past it in the aisle

I went to book online, but left it perhaps too late. Tried my luck and ubered to the spot whereupon I informed the staff I would dine alone and that a friend may join later. Staff were accomodating even though busy. They found me a spot at the bar. I ordered a dunkel, the spare ribs, pan-fried champignons and onion rings. Ribs were done on charcoal so smoky and super tender. All the food was tasty and fresh. Was also good value for a Munich eatery. Place was cosy but had a great traditional atmosphere with friendly staff. Very pleased with my dinner choice for my last night in Munich. Bravo Rusticana

For us the best spare ribs in town.

The best spare ribs in Munich (some would even say Germany!). Only open on certain days so make sure to check on their website if they are open. Delicious steak and other options such as ham and cheese toast (highly recommended) for anyone that eats Halal/vegetarian . Danke Team Rusticana!!!

Ordered 6 portions of spare ribs on Sunday and no 6 portions were simply cheated. Delivered cold although picked up on time. No meat, just bones, it wasn't barbecue sauce but ketchup. Simply disgusting taste again, this is not the first time this has happened, but the last time we order. Ordered again today, March 9th, 2 portions weren't there again, just cheeky something like that because they don't deserve to be visited like that. they are getting worse and worse

Spare ribs very good, side dishes ok. Price comparatively high. “Biergarten” right on the street is not too nice for eating but okay. Unfortunately, service today was extremely slow, but all the more friendly.

Good restaurant, tasty rips. Always busy, you have to book in advance or take out. We were on Tuesday and were lucky to have a spot at the bar.

We were there for a business lunch. I'm always a guest there. The food was great as always. See friendly employees. Great service. Nice ambience. The price-performance ratio is completely ok. Looking forward to next time. My tip: definitely try it out.

3 out of 4 probably order the spare ribs here, we ordered steaks and a few side dishes and that was a mistake. My steak medium was raw inside, the beans were cold and the bacon was indistinguishable from coal. My first attempt was to eat steaks somewhere else, but it was nothing.

The Rusticana may once have been the best place for spareribs in the area. But when the heat is raging in the city, the service also suffers and the service makes the quality...

The food was really good. Spare ribs a dream. Friendly service. Can only be recommended.

We have reserved a table for 3 people. We got space for 2 people. The lady on site then said that the third person could sit at someone else's table. “Everything would be fully booked.” Why do you accept reservations when there is no space? Super unfriendly. Never again.

Were there for the first time and will definitely come back. The spare ribs are very tasty and the staff is also very friendly, especially the vegan waiter with a beard 😉.

Very tasty spare ribs and super accommodating staff, especially Norbert & Simal. I will gladly come again! 😊

Very nice ambience, very nice and courteous service and at least the best spare ribs in all of Munich. Simply recommended 👌🏻

Steaks were tender but way too spicy, so ask them to save on the spice. Spare ribs were ok, but the BBQ sauce was too sweet. Country wedes were far too large and soft, and with the same spices as the steaks. Service... we don't talk about that, it was almost as if we weren't welcome. The atmosphere was very limited in the outfields. So I can't recommend the place.

The waiter seemed very angry and ignored us. We were only allowed to order after we had waited for 20 minutes, and it wasn't particularly busy when we were there. The steak our son and I had was very tender, but was over seasoned to that extent

At that time like today. A meeting place for “meat worshipers” in a rustic atmosphere. The landlady is a friendly hostess, the staff is attentive and quick despite the high number of guests, and the food is great. Pleasantly mixed audience: from families to study groups (zero chic). They all have one thing in common: they love Rusticana spare ribs. Reservation in advance by email is recommended. But even without it you will receive a friendly welcome. Prices are moderate for Munich standards. Parking is available in the Werksviertel car park. Then another 10 minutes on foot or one stop by bus.

Delicious as ever. The kids now like it too. The only thing I miss are the huge bibs, that was the gag of it. If you've saved money, then you're at the wrong end. Please reintroduce 😀

Told the host that we had somewhere to he and only had 45min to eat they said it was fine. It took them 15min to take the order and another 45min to cook it. At the 35min mark I told the server that I would pay for the appetizer and the drinks but I had an event and had to leave but she said that “by law” in Germany they can take 45min to cook the food and the ribs were dry. Don’t waste your time coming here.

WHO SAYS IT'S TOO ENOUGH OK I WAS SOOO TOP

Dined here during Euro 2024, can honestly say it was very disappointing. Female older waitress was most unfriendly, food mediocre at best. Had booked it weeks in advance, got a totally poor table which everyone passing bumped in to. Would not return nor would I recommend.

The ribs were good, but not exceptional. For those who are used to authentic smoked BBQ ribs, these might not live up to your expectations. Furthermore, the side dishes that are offered at an additional cost are quite ordinary and do not stand out. However, what really disappoints is the lack of adequate facilities and services. The lack of air conditioning is particularly unbearable on a hot summer day and makes you sweat profusely while eating, turning the wine into an unwanted version of mulled wine due to the stifling 30°C room temperature. Furthermore, the service was rudimentary at best. The staff unceremoniously placed the plates on our table and asked us to distribute them ourselves. They were also difficult to reach and seemed eager to leave immediately after any brief interaction. This lack of attention and basic service further detracted from the entire dining experience. --- English: The ribs were tasty but fell short of being remarkable. For those accustomed to authentic smoked BBQ ribs, these might not meet your expectations. Additionally, the sides, offered at an extra cost, are fairly ordinary and don’t stand out. What truly disappoints, however, is the lack of proper facilities and service. The absence of air conditioning is particularly unbearable on a hot summer day, leaving you sweating profusely while dining, turning your wine into an unintentional mulled version due to the stifling 30°C room temperature. Furthermore, the service was rudimentary at best. The waitstaff unceremoniously unloaded plates on our table and asked us to distribute them ourselves. They were also difficult to get a hold of and seemed eager to walk away immediately after each brief interaction. This lack of attentiveness and basic service further detracts from the overall dining experience.

Spare ribs are always delicious, gladly again

Unfortunately, Rusticana is no longer what it used to be. Waitress very strange but at least tried hard. Ordered a small and a large naturally cloudy apple spritzer, only the small one was naturally cloudy. When asked, it was said that only the small apple spritzer is naturally cloudy; this is not possible with the large one because the large one comes from a barrel. Unfortunately the steak was cold. At the end I ordered a cappuccino and the waitress replied: Unfortunately it's no longer available because there were too many complaints because the milk was sour too often.

Rude at the phone, they speak English but even if you ask for someone else. They hardly understand and pass to another person, literally the lady gets frustrated and starts raising her voice. Plain pass the phone to someone else who can attend nicely customers

Spareribs mit baked potatoes waren leider für uns ungenießbar. Ich habe mich beschwert aber nur der nette Kellner war interessiert und hat sich mehrfach entschuldigt. Männliche Bedienung 5 Sterne, weibliche 1 Stern. Wir werden nicht mehr wieder kommen.

Unfortunately for me it was a deterioration when it came to eating. The ribs were dry and the baked potato was cold. Nice service, but the kitchen could be improved in my opinion.

Went for the ribs , nice having them off a charcoal grill , could have been a little less dried out . Great salad

Awesome ribs. This was out of the downtown core. Had to take an uber but wasnt expensive. We shared a single order of ribs and a baked potato. How anyone person can finish all those ribs is beyond me. Small place. great beer selection.

We were very impressed with the Rusticana in Munich! Very nice, Bavarian local with extremely quick staff. For consumption, as you can see in the picture, we had a pork spareribs BBQ platter for 4 people and potatoes as a side dish. The meat was extremely juicy and tender and was super easy to nibble off the bones. Afterwards, with the potatoes as a side dish, we were more than pleasantly full. In the end, we paid around €40-45 per head with a beer and a glass of red wine each, without a tip, which was completely fine. We will definitely stop by again in the future.

Despite the large crowd, service was quick and efficient and staff is quite pleasant. Spare-ribs are worth the fuss. Portions are large, and food is tasty. Their draught weissbier (can't remember which brand they serve) is quite good.

Great ribs & beer! Side dishes are good too!

Salam from Kazakhstan, very tasty ribs, employees and atmosphere. Rakhmet

We were there with a large group, the team provided great service and provided us all with delicious ribs

Loved this place. The ribs were excellent - tender with a bite and the tangy BBQ saucy was slightly vinegary and very moreish. Reserve in advanced as it was fully booked. Most people were casual and they had no problem with me in a football top and kilt. Service is OK but I can't speak German so no complaints!

Absolutely recommended, the ribs are from another planet. Anyone visiting Munich should definitely stop here. It's better to reserve in advance. However, dogs must stay outside.

Hands down the best Spare ribs in town. Service was conscientious, experienced and friendly.

I have enjoyed going to Rusticana for many years. By far the best spareribs in Munich. Clear recommendation. Not always easy to get a table.

Very tasty spare ribs. I'll be back

Important: usually nothing works here without a reservation. It's difficult to drop by spontaneously and snag a table if you're lucky. The food is sensational, the service is quick and friendly. The restaurant has been around for almost 50 years now and its rustic style is ideal for eating the best spare ribs and steaks. The spare ribs are very juicy and the sauce is awesome, a little smoky and spicy. My 500g RibEye Steak was ordered medium and arrived perfectly medium. The side dish, a large potato, is also very tasty, as is the dessert. I would like to come here again. Conclusion: If you're in the mood for really hot, juicy, delicious meat, you definitely have to go to Rustikana. Update after Corona: Remained true to its concept even after years. Became a little more expensive due to inflation. But the spareribs evening with the boys was great. Still recommended

As always, great food at an affordable price.

I’ve been told that I’m gonna have the best ribs in Germany, but no one mentioned that the lady there treats the customers rudely as if they are hungry stranded slaves…. Service is more important than the food in my opinion.. When people pay fortunes for food the least they deserve is a smile not a frown and continuously getting disrespected…

Great food, nice place, very friendly local vibe, If you want to get some good Ribs and get out of the more tourist downtown area, it is a really cool place to go.

The spare ribs are awesome But you have to reserve!!! The service was ok... with room for improvement All in all, highly recommended ! We'd love to come back here too

Our first visit. Food, divine! Staff super nice, friendly. Rustic, exactly mine.

Nothing about the restaurant itself, but how extremely complicated is it to reserve a table. - table of 4? Too small - table of 6 and beyond? Too big - table of 5? Seems to work but cant be booked at all due to 2 messages a) its too far ahead b) on this day there are no tables. Catch 22?

It was sensationally good. Very good food, very good service. Were very satisfied.

I finally managed to reserve a table here on the Saturday before Pentecost and go out to eat. The ambience is a bit rustic and the Rusticana isn't really that big inside. I was invited and had goulash soup, spare ribs for 2 plus side dishes and dessert. I think the waitress was the boss. Very nice person by the way. We (me and my son) were quite surprised by the portion size of the ribs. There were more than 2 large racks. We (more like me) had a bit of trouble eating it all. The taste was well crafted and the side dishes we chose ourselves were also delicious. My son was missing a bit of salt on the beans, but that's something you can add salt yourself. It is important that the beans are fresh and crunchy. I really liked the corn on the cob in the butter sauce. It was really really tasty. At the end there was Kaiserschmarrn and chocolate souffle (I think). Both as you can see from the pictures, beautifully decorated and definitely very tasty. The price-performance ratio was definitely great, even for Munich standards. As I said, we didn't expect so many spare ribs.

The meat quality of the spare ribs was very good, but you almost didn't taste any of it after the spare ribs were drowned in BBQ sauce. In this case it doesn't suit my taste and unfortunately the art of the grill is lost. Somehow you couldn't order more drinks and when we wanted to pay in a large group, where it was clear that we weren't paying together, the bill was placed on the table without comment and then the waiter ran away straight away. And then we sat for another quarter of an hour to pay. It was ok but I don't have to go back now.

the service was excellent, quick and conscientious. The food was simply perfect in terms of taste, consistency, freshness and price. from now on local!

Great ribs! If the place is full, it can be a bit too loud and crowded

3x ribs are enough for 4 people 🔥🔥 super tasty. It's worth it

Very good spare ribs from the open grill, which is right at the end of the bar counter! International audience, lots of Americans & Japanese, be sure to make a reservation or wait outside the restaurant... Definitely worth it! Friendly and very attentive service.

Trovata per sbaglio ma mai scelta più azzeccata le costine erano favolose ed ottima birra, servizio veloce e personale gentile

Every time I'm in Munich I try to come by here. The spare rips are great and the service is very good. But you should reserve a table in advance, otherwise it will be difficult to get a seat spontaneously.

We've been to Rusticana a few times and it's always been delicious. Munich average price. The ambience is quite acceptable but unfortunately also very loud when it's full, which has always been the case so far. If you like meat, this is the place for you.

Munich's best spareribs 👍 little chance of getting a seat without a reservation

Very tasty spare ribs where the meat almost falls off the bone. All the side dishes were also super tasty and fresh (potato wedges, side salad, mushrooms). Our waiter was also very friendly and funny 😊

The spare ribs, onion ring and garlic bread are very tasty and recommended. The service is very friendly and accommodating. Price-performance ratio is right.

I'll start with food, amazing 9.5 nothing really to add there. My issue is with the waiter, this will be long : First of all tip culture is toxic and it damages first of all the waiters, look at examples like america it promotes the "underpaying" of the stuff because they get tips, so it's not like you'l be making lots of cash eventually if that happens your wage will be reduced. So what actually happened, we are on a business trip, so we need to pay with company Credit Card, thats what we did, we wanted to leave tips, not because it's how it works but because the waiter was nice and friendly. BUT after we payed we didnt even have time to do that that he already started being rude about the tips, like you didnt leave any tips why should i make you split cheques and so on. Honestly we were a bit surprised because with this he didnt gain anything and you wont be leaving anything after that, so instead of just doing his amazing job till the end he said what he wanted to say. Conclusion : it's my opinion it's what i disliked and why i wont came back, i'm sorry that this seems to be very common occurrence tbh and i think again this tips thing is bad first of all for the waiters themselves.

Smaller boazn with excellent spare ribs. Very friendly staff, prompt service, even though the place was full. Very good!

Big disappointment. The steak first came almost raw (waitress didn't ask beforehand), and then it was medium rare but very dry and fibrous. She then completely forgot about the beans and bacon. The ribs and side salad were fine. When asked “whether everything went well” I replied “it works”. No questions asked about what was wrong and no farewell when we left the restaurant. So little interest and service mentality.

Quite crowded here. You only come for steaks or the spare ribs. Whoever likes it. There are better ones. Price performance good. The portions are large

Was not as good so I stayed away. Gave it a chance in April 2024 - and was really disappointed. I ordered ribs which were always the best (steaks were always less consistent). The ribs are not cooked enough to be tender, the sauce is mediocre. No need.. For reference, thats what I wrote some 5 years ago: Probably best for ribs in town. I like the American school, where ribs are so soft you can chew the bone so I can't give a 5...

Immer wieder gerne!! Die besten Spareribs die ich im Leben gegessen habe!! Dazu immer die Ofenkartoffeln und die Zwiebelringe!! Kann es jedem einfach nur empfehlen!!

My impression: They no longer need it. With a smug remark that the whole of Germany was coming anyway, the young man simply hung up. Politeness is different. Anyway, like so many restaurants in Munich, they are only open for 3 days, unless they close completely. Everyone knows the reasons. I'd rather spend my money in "Little London", a different class in every way!

What can you write about a place like this? Cult... Institution... Father Abraham probably had his famous sausage cauldron here. At least it feels like Rusticana has existed in an unchanged form since the beginning of time. Actually, this fact alone should be the downfall of the restaurant. Just not at this steakhouse. Here they successfully defy modernity. The name says it all: everything rustic. The dining room is quite small, has dark paneling all around and is not lavishly furnished. You can also eat at the large bar. Everything is quite tight and sitting down is a tradition at the larger tables. Anywhere else it would be unbearable, here it is comfortable. I can't explain why exactly. It just feels like that and you quickly start talking to your neighbors. After all, the audience itself is a reason to come here. A good mix of expectant regulars and their surprised companions. Always peppered with a few Americans. No wonder. Despite the traditional Bavarian feel, the offerings at Rusticana are very close to a typical American steakhouse. The service is also friendly and rustic, although it's not surprising given the crowds. It is always warm in the Rusticana. Warm to very warm. This too would be unbearable anywhere else. But here the heat comes from the charcoal grill. All the wonderful delicacies are sizzling away here, clearly visible between the bar and the kitchen. The sight allows a lot to be forgiven. Which brings us to the real reason why there is always so much going on here. Meat! My only real requirement is met here. The product is treated with respect. Nothing is overloaded or fried to death. And since you're far from the clichéd posh steakhouse here, you can also pay for the pleasure. How could it get any better? As a group you should definitely try the spareribs. Quite a large portion for just one person, and all the ribs for this table are served on a large board. There's always a big hello and a real mess with the newbies. That's why paper bibs and lemon water are always served. That's why I simply make Rusticana a cult institution.

First of all: I love this shop and we really enjoy going here and the food is always very good. Unfortunately today the service was subpar. We waited a long time to be able to place our order, asked several times about the wine list, we would certainly have ordered drinks and dessert, but were then forgotten and not asked again. In general, I would certainly have given a better rating if I hadn't overheard the staff complaining about the “low tip”.

We went there to eat spare ribs. The portions were generous and the price-performance ratio was fair. The taste was okay, but it wasn't an outstanding experience. Unfortunately, reservations are required weeks in advance.

This establishment offers an exceptional experience, even with its modest size. Its welcoming atmosphere enchants visitors, while the food is simply excellent, highlighting the most popular dish, the BBQ spareribs, for 19.50 euros. However, we highly recommend reserving a table before going as demand can be high. Otherwise, there is always a take-away option, ensuring you can enjoy the delicious cuisine wherever you are. This crucial advice aims to ensure your visit is as smooth and enjoyable as possible, providing a truly rewarding dining experience.

Can't understand the hype that's being made about it. But food was good.

The food here is really good! The bartender was extremely welcoming to us even though we don’t speak German. He even taught us some German traditions when entering and exiting restaurants. He also taught us about schnit! If you are ever in Munich go here, the food is great and the friendly staff is even better.

Food was good. Service a bit chaotic. But the store was also full to capacity.

We went here because we had a voucher. The ambience is nice and the service is top! You can only get a seat if you reserve in advance, which definitely speaks for the restaurant's good reputation. Unfortunately, my steak wasn't quite as convincing, so in retrospect the price of €50 was too high for me. However, my companion's spare ribs were great. The ribs are definitely recommended. We'll definitely come back to eat ribs :-)

Juice shop, you have to reserve by email (are we still in 2008?), but after 3 weeks I still haven't received an answer...

Delicious ribs with good side dishes. Certainly not a cure for ribs, but I know of few restaurants that do ribs.

The ribs are below average and not particularly special. The waitress is still very, very nice and flexible!

We LOVE Rusticana! We’re lucky enough to live close by, and the rumors are true - these are the best ribs in Munich. Sitting at the bar with a wonderful warm team (thank you Moritz and Norman!), this is a gem in München. We recommend the Grill Platter too!

Thanks for the great table at the counter! Perfect place for my son and me. Food and service really TOP! Moritz at the bar is legendary... Still a CULT restaurant in Munich 👌We'll stay here tonight and Wolfgang (the chauffeurs) will come later...😉 Thank you, Markus & Josef