TAMBOSI in München

The lady on duty on Saturday, April 12, after lunch—apparently responsible for reception and/or service and apparently of Middle Eastern or Turkish origin—became extremely aggressive and rude in both verbal and nonverbal communication. Overall, this behavior is diametrically opposed to the principles of good hospitality—especially when one tries to present it as "Italian." Unacceptable. We simply ended up somewhere else!

Such unfriendly waiters, only bringing drinks and food to tables where people look like they're having money. I've never been treated so condescendingly and rudely. I work in the restaurant industry myself, and if I treated my customers like that, I'd lose my job.

The atmosphere is really cool and relaxed with friends, but it gets on your nerves when you're waiting for 45 minutes for a Hugo and it still doesn't arrive right away, even when you remind the waiters. And then being told by the boss that you can't wait any longer and that you should leave is just really rude. I don't know if they've ever heard of "the customer is king," but hey, that's true. P.S.: the café at the university has much better service, and the atmosphere is great too. I highly recommend it.

An absolute waste of time and money. Tambosi is more cashing in on nostalgia rather than the actual ambiance, service or even drinks. Been waiting for about an hour now to get the bill. Forget about the ice cubes i ordered

Super lovely staff especially Esra and Nikoleta are super friendly and lovely. I like to come here after a stressful day and you get your money's worth here 🫶🏼 Your Kay

We were there in the evening and “unfortunately” just sat down. We didn't notice any sign that said you would be admitted. After 30 minutes of being ignored by several waiters, we finally asked. We eventually got our drinks. (Not well mixed either) When we asked, we were told that you don't just sit down. Incredible. You are actually adults and can talk to each other. I can't judge food. Definitely not recommended this store.

The Tambosi is simply cult. Always good for a cappuccino and people watching 👍🏾 ☺️

We were served by the waiter Yahya, who provided perfect conditions and everything was top service 💦

Absolutely run down, the waiters belong more in pubs than in the "upscale gastronomy" shame on the Tambosi 🥲

Sitting very nicely, great service... just had something to drink, so I can't say anything about the food

Friendly staff, but unfortunately the warm food wasn't good at all. The cold appetizer platters are delicious though.

The advantage of sitting here is that you are illuminated by the sun - of course only if it is a sunny day.

Worst Hugo and service more bad than good

20 min to wait, no one to serve us.

We were at Tambosi shortly after ten and wanted to know whether it was still possible to order food. When we asked, the waiter gave the cheeky answer that you have the card in your hand. We don't know when the kitchen will close so you can answer normally. The condition, who is of Iraqi origin and looks gay (I have nothing against homosexuality), then got a colleague and, luckily for us, had him serve us. A somewhat small, nice Turk explained to us that the situation was a bit stressful because it was understaffed and, despite the stress, he served us perfectly... Never eat Tambosi again, but it was bland and it wasn't particularly great because of the location, there are plenty of alternatives that offer more.

I can't understand the less good reviews. A few years ago I encountered unfriendly and opinionated waitresses, which is why I avoided the restaurant for a while. But in recent years my experiences have been completely different: whether in the courtyard garden or inside: the service was always quick, friendly and very attentive with a personal touch. The food is of good quality and very reasonably priced. You'll get ripped off with the Prosecco, but my, it's (probably) the best in the city and with Tambosi flair. I was only there on March 21st. 25 there again with 2 very demanding friends: we were all happy, even if the waiter was hesitant at first to give us the table we wanted. At least I had a reservation. My next visits are already planned.

Very bad idea to come here, the young waitress sat the customer down and I waited half an hour before taking the coffee order. After I left I saw her smoking behind a pillar in the park😅😅😅 *Better choice: I just went to the Starbucks next door and had a hot drink in five minutes.

Super friendly staff. You feel very comfortable and always enjoy coming back.

Great cafe with wonderful cakes. Good service. Upscale prices.

You have to wait in line to enter the place. The staff is never helpful and judges us for not speaking German. Even though they got the order wrong, no effort was made to fix it, and they said we had to pay. The pizzas were burnt, but the espresso martini was good. Although it is located in a beautiful place, if you want to have a bad experience, come here. However, they later added tiramisu as compensation.

Worst Aperol Spritz I've ever drunk, just watery. And too expensive. Staff unfriendly and takes forever to be served. My review has now been deleted four times for “defamation”, but believe me that only makes me more ambitious to write it again.

We didn't eat anything, just drank. Service was super friendly. Unfortunately the acoustics in the restaurant are very, very loud. It was impossible that the flowers on the table, a small vase with roses, were partly dried out and the flower water was streaky and greasy because it had obviously not been replaced in a long time. Sorry, but this table decoration doesn't work at all. Luckily we hadn't ordered any food.

Nice atmosphere and very nice bar staff🤩🤩

Tambosi is a very remarkable restaurant due to its location in Munich. It seems especially attractive for those who want to feel the open area and the lively atmosphere of the city. However, finding a place can be difficult if the weather is good. The historical texture and decoration of the place is different. Although its menu looks interesting, there are mixed reviews about the price-performance balance. While some are satisfied with the service, others may find it indifferent. While it has the potential to provide an overall pleasant experience, it may not be your perfect fit. It would be better not to go there with high expectations considering the lovely environment it is in.

I would like to thank Raúl for the attentive and nice service

We were ignored when we entered the restaurant. After a short wait and upon request, we were given a very small table for 3 people even though larger tables were free. And the free tables remained free until the end of the evening. The menu is short and sweet. The prices are quite high. It took a while before we could order. The Tambosi may look chic, but the service is severely lacking.

Very nice atmosphere, but it doesn't matter if you could call the service dirty. No recommendation, the food is well above average for a price that is above average

Food arrived cold. 3 times we asked for the missing beer. I won't come back.

Pizza was black on the bottom and the cheese tasted sour

Drinks were okay, but the pizza was absolutely inedible and way too overpriced. And as if it wasn't enough, even when we didn't look for a moment, a bag was stolen from us. Conclusion: not recommended for food or anything else.

Worst service in a restaurant in a long time. We ordered 3 beers, they brought us 2 and 15 minutes later the third. I ordered octopus and it came with the cold puree. a shame...

Service and food were not good. The espresso was even undrinkable! I would have hoped for a lot more for the prices quoted.

Food is fine, place/location is amazing… Price is reaching out a no go zone 🙁

#FineDining at the Tambosi Upstairs Winter Pop-up by Thomas Bühner. Thomas Bühner is one of the few chefs in the world to have been awarded 3 Michelin stars. He has been playing in the German league of top chefs for many years. Thomas Bühner spent six years abroad, mainly in Asia, as a chef and gastronomy consultant. Before he opens the new “la vie by Thomas Bühner” in Düsseldorf in April 2025, he will be active with a winter pop-up in Munich on Odeonsplatz. He gets support from Daniel Achilles - awarded 2 Michelin stars. You can choose from a 3 or 4-course menu, which can be expanded to include starters and main courses. The wine list is excellent and the wine pairing offered rounded off the menu perfectly. So I enjoyed an extended menu with a total of 5 Michelin stars at a high level and at a fair price! It wasn't just the kitchen that contributed to this wonderful evening, but also the lovely host Michael Schinharl with his charming and attentive service. The pop-up is open until March 16, 2025 and is a clear recommendation for fine dining in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. #finedine #dinertime #winepairing #winelover #munich #michelinstars #topchef #starchef #foodandbeverage #thomasbühner #danielachilles #michaelschinharl #munich #düsseldorf

The Tambosi is a beautiful old 'scene' café in the heart of Munich. Located directly at the Hofgarten, it has a seating area in the inner courtyard, which is a little shady, and a seating area directly at Odeonsplatz. This is a nice place to sit if you want to see and be seen. The price range is upscale, we were surprised, cappuccino for 5.90 (mini cup!) was surprisingly expensive even for Munich. The cheesecake for seven euros wasn't bad either, but in our opinion it was too expensive! The main dish (pasta with mozzarella and tomato) was good and reasonably priced at around €13. Unfortunately, our sitting pleasure was severely affected by a plague of wasps. The service was attentive and good. However, at lunchtime, especially in the sun, the outdoor spaces are always occupied immediately. All in all: nice seating that costs something.

Come in only if you have plenty time to spare. The service is horrible. The waiters are disorganized, slow, unfriendly and you wait long to get served or even to pay. Nice location for sitting though....

Actually a wonderful place to watch the people of Munich. But the prices are way too high and the quality is low. The service was also better.

We were actually warmly welcomed. From the ambience you can tell that this is an average upscale restaurant. So I definitely expected higher prices when we sat down for a cup of coffee/tea. So I ordered a tea (for a whopping €5.70) which was quite expensive anyway for a tea bag and hot water. Unfortunately, when the tea glasses arrived I was disappointed. The glasses were certainly clean, but very scratched and unsightly, and only about 2/3 full. For the price I think that's a disgrace. The service was ok. As I said, the atmosphere is lovely. It's a shame when the content unfortunately promises less.

When my battery was empty, Albert immediately gave me his - a really nice gesture! You can tell that he is not only helpful, but also very confident and has a great feel for customers. A real professional with heart! I would also like to highlight the bartender Boris, a super bartender that you rarely find in Munich. Of course there are five stars for him too!

The location is very nice but unfortunately the service is subpar. It's a shame, when it was still the Tambosi and not the Hugos, people liked going there. Now it is massively overpriced and you are treated condescendingly if you are served at all.

Unfortunately, the waitresses here were only partly friendly. The food is way too expensive for the quality and taste. I can't recommend the Hugos Special Pizza for just under €27. Overall, no reason for a second visit.

Whether indoors or outdoors, employees seem more concerned with themselves than providing good service. The team at the bar and in the kitchen do a good job, but the prices are not proportional to the portion size. It was once a top address, but the lackluster demeanor of the service staff is now affecting the ambience.

Italian restaurant on Odeonsplatz / near the Hofgarten. In summer you can sit on the terrace below the trees in the courtyard garden. Truffle pizza is highly recommended.

Perfect comfortable place for lunch. Had pizza and Hugo. Service was attentive and kind.

After a long time I was back in Tambosi. For the last time. It's not just the prices that are outrageous. A small juice spritzer costs €6.20. No, the young man who insulted the service worker was much worse. I originally wanted to eat something, but was seated, less friendly, more arrogant. I decided to just have a little drink, but I had to leave my seat even though there were enough tables available. When I got up, I caught my coat and knocked over an empty glass. I was then accused of doing this on purpose. I was paraded loudly in front of all the guests. An impudence. It's a shame that such a beautifully located restaurant, a great place in the sun for Munich residents and visitors, has become such a bad restaurant. The reviews speak for themselves.

Service disaster. Waiting time for drinks: 1 hour Further waiting time for food: 1 hour. 15. Not recommended in any way!

Since the change of tenant I have visited Tambosi four times, most recently 1.5 years ago. The location is really great - whether on the terrace at the Hofgarten, indoors or with a view of the Theatinerkirche. Unfortunately, service was very slow on each visit and I had to ask multiple times to place orders. The taste of the food (pizza and pasta) was okay, but I didn't think it was good value for money. In my opinion, there are alternatives in downtown Munich with a better overall experience. It's a shame because the atmosphere has a lot of potential.

Better than average cakes and the location is great for people watching but the service was extremely slow and generally dismissive.

The good is soooooo yummyyyyyyyyy

Everything's fine, I'll visit Tambosi again and again :)

Waitress very nice, but boss with a pigtail, dark hair and a bit taller very unfriendly! Gave us the wrong food and didn't even want to exchange it afterwards. We were forced to pay even though we hadn't ordered it. Very poor performance for this price. Customer should be king! Not in every case, but if the order is incorrect it is. I wouldn't recommend it!! Very unprofessional behavior for this price. And the food is also quite ok and is definitely better in some cheaper restaurants.

I come from wide Ulm. Great ambience in a top location. From now on, every time you visit Munich, go to TAMBOSI!

I waited for the waiter for 40 minutes and in the end he didn't come

Horrible Mini Capuchino, €6.50, no water included, upon request: Nope. No service, arrogant, expensive but the sun was friendly and free. I still left the broth and left without a tip.

We once again had a wonderful evening at Tambosi. The service was extremely friendly and attentive from start to finish and the food was delicious, just like in Italy. Just a nice place to chat while eating and drinking well.

Came in, asked if they still serve food. They said yes. We sit down and order Pizza. Sorry, no Pizza anymore, at 16:00 again... Good itself was nice

Service very disorganized, ordering and paying takes almost an hour. It's a shame, it's beautifully located and the food looks very good.

Great food, incredible drinks and very nice ambience. An extra thanks to Nikoletta!

Nikoletta is super nice and professional, always happy again ♥️

We were seated relatively quickly. Despite two waiters, we waited 1 1/2 hours until we were served. Other customers were yelled at when they tried to sit down even though the entire area was clear. After 30 minutes we received our ordered coffee. No sign of our pizzas or water. They then said there were no pizzas, even though the table next door had eaten some!?! We then canceled the water, of course the waiter didn't know what water we were talking about. When we paid for the overpriced and bad coffee, we got stupid looks, which is why we don't tip for the service.

Bad, worse, Tambosi. There is no need to say more.

I didn't like, because Hot chocolate it was cold. But the dessert it was good.

The service at Tambosi is second to none when it comes to ignorance and arrogance. Even in a moderately busy restaurant it is not possible to be noticed. Even if you know it, it is always annoying to encounter such disinterested staff. Such a shame for such a nice restaurant with very good cuisine.

It has become very expensive and the service has become worse at the same time.

Arrogant and arrogant waitress who didn't want to take an order because she had "placed herself". There was no signage system to be found anywhere. Next to us she served her compatriots who had "placed themselves" after us. Very strange and incomprehensible We were happy to have our espresso and spritz in the neighborhood, where we were welcome as guests. Overwhelm due to a lack of staff is excusable, but something goes wrong when the staff gets so out of hand.

Always horrible service and rude waiters, AVOID!

Very rude waiters and bad service. Don't go there

Every time such a terrible service. Rude staff. Will not go there again despite á wonderful location.

I waited for half an hour and no one served me

Unfortunately, it is almost unbearable how the guests are treated by the staff. Nothing remains of the charm and quality that Tambosi was once known for. The service, especially Luna, seems unprofessional, listless and disinterested, and the allocation of tables seems to depend on the mood of the staff. You also have to expect longer waiting times when paying.

The waitress was very unfriendly. I went there with two friends, there were many empty tables, only a couple reserved and empty. We just wanted to be there maximum an hour and ask the waitress where we could sit. She didn’t even looked at us and said that without reservation she had nothing for us… come on… we were only three people and the place had many free tables… very disappointing!

Very nice place in the sun. Unfortunately there was no service, so many other guests left with us

Tables along the wall are almost all empty and in the sun. However, reserved for “regulars” according to the noise. If you want to indulge in the wannabe VIP nonsense, you've come to the right place

The nightmare of every guest and manager. Empty tables outside kept free for regulars. Overbearing waitresses whose arrogance cannot be surpassed. The table of older guests next to us waited over 20 minutes for the bill, even though there was hardly anything going on. You can really save yourself the nonsense

We had made a reservation a long time ago, when we arrived we were told in a very unfriendly, indignant manner that we were in the way and didn't let us have a say, after a long wait the person appeared again (displeased shift manager J. or Y.) when asked, Where was our reserved place, she shouted at us that a reservation couldn't be made and even when we showed the written confirmation, she remained unspeakably unfriendly and still didn't want to accept it - our recommendation: look for a job that you can has grown and where you have nothing to do with people - however, the service at the table was worlds friendlier, more personable and more attentive 😀

I have to wait for more than half an hour to get the bill. The service is generally not so good .

Very rude and lazy servis. Nevermore….

We were at this place in summer. I wouldn't recommend it. The service was what had impacted us most negatively. The waitress had made a mistake at least twice and on top of that she was not friendly at all.

AVOID TAMBOSI – Once Iconic, Now Disappointing The once-legendary Café & Restaurant Tambosi at Odeonsplatz has sadly lost much of its former glory. While the atmosphere remains charming, evoking memories of better times, the overall experience has significantly declined. The outdoor seating area, with its sensational views of Odeonsplatz, is still a great spot for people-watching, and the interior retains its aesthetic appeal and character. However, the tragedy lies in the drastic decline in the quality of food and drinks. Even the pizzas are mediocre at best, offering nothing special. Other menu items are overpriced and average, and the once-renowned cake selection has become uninspired and unremarkable. Worse still, all food and drinks are dramatically overpriced and offer no real value. The service is another disappointment. Aside from one attentive waiter and one friendly waitress, the staff are generally arrogant, unhelpful, and dismissive, creating an unwelcoming atmosphere that tarnishes the experience. If you visit Tambosi, it’s best limited to a coffee or a glass of wine on the terrace during the warmer months, where you can enjoy the location. Unfortunately, it is no longer a place for a pleasant meal or a recommendation-worthy outing. We once adored Tambosi – how heartbreaking it is to see the new management neglect the charm, style, and quality that made it so beloved.

Loud music, the waiter came in a white shirt that had holes in it and wasn't exactly the friendliest, the menus were dirty inside and some of the pages were torn, my pizza with arugula came undercooked and lukewarm, unfortunately I didn't have the opportunity to tell the waiter, Since he was no longer at our table, I was very disappointed with the price/performance ratio, there is a lot of room for improvement. There are better places in town

Tambosi horny as always. Ema is always trying hard. Keep it up!! Would love to come back.

A restaurant on Odenplatz in Munich that I recommend The food is delicious and the staff are very helpful, especially the girl at the reception. It also includes drinks, coffee, and various sweets. I tried tiramisu and New York cheesecake. For lunch, I recommend potato and broccoli soup, and Caesar salad without chicken 💯💯👍🏻👍🏻 I recommend it as a coffee shop or restaurant 💯💯

"The Tambosi restaurant impressed us with excellent food and first-class service. The atmosphere was inviting and rounded off the experience perfectly. We would be happy to come back – absolutely recommended!"

People know that people pay for the location and tradition here. The cakes were quite good, but nothing special. But in an "Italian" café I expect a free glass of water with my coffee... which is not served. After a conversation with the very friendly waitress, it worked. There's no napkin with the cake either. A bit loveless and very profit-oriented.

Very child-unfriendly. The two of us with strollers (and a peacefully sleeping newborn) couldn't get a place on the terrace, even though there were numerous tables available without reservation signs and people in front of and behind us in line easily got a place. We also offered to leave the stroller outside and only take the sleeping baby with us - still apparently no space. The sun spot is great, but the rudeness of the waiters isn't worth it.

Today I experienced the worst service. The waitress came as soon as we sat down at the table and gave us the menu. That was okay, but the worst part was that she seemed very angry and immediately after a minute she came and asked us what we wanted and we said we need more time and then she left and after 2 minutes she came back we were still deciding but at one point we were forced to give the order with regret I say for a very excellent restaurant but unfortunately with poor service

The worst and most expensive ‚hot‘ chocolate that I have ever had. Too much milk foam made it lukewarm. When I complained instead of making a new one they tried to warm it up with even more milk. That for over 6 euro. Avoid!

I was very dissatisfied and found the waiters very unfriendly

Nice outdoor place in the afternoon sun. Half an hour wait for a drink and ignored by waiters mostly - who are too busy chatting to known guests. Would suggest hiring some more outdoor staff.

That was a very, very incredible experience, I always want to go back Everything was so tasty and the staff was very friendly

Terrible service. Dirty glass on the table, very slow to place an order, disinterested waiter. Reasonable food. Price too expensive for what it offers. I don't recommend it. There are much better options in the city.

DEFINITELY NOT WORTH IT We were very disappointed by the service which left something to be desired (server unfriendly because we just ordered a hot drink) We ordered 1 cappuccino and 1 Heisser Kakaotrunk overpriced for the quality. What was supposed to be hot chocolate was just water with cocoa powder and a layer of foam on top. No chocolate flavor or creamy texture that are typical of these drinks. In a few years this institution in Munich has lost its prestige. Very unfortunate.

After being placed, the staff sends us away under a vague reservation justification. Not recommended

The people behind the var are great, especially Boris. There is a very pleasant atmosphere and you will receive quick and good help. The service and bar staff are nice. The drinks are very good and the cocktails are well prepared. Highly recommended.

Are you stupid... The prices even beat Salzburg. You get a piece of cake, here HALF, FOR MORE. You say you're not ashamed in the slightest. I'm testing my forum across Europe. I rarely experienced something like that. Pooh

Ideal in sunny weather for a coffee or a cold drink outside with a view of Odeonsplatz! Of course you pay for the excellent location and the staff is (too) busy although friendly, but every now and then you just have to enjoy the view and the atmosphere here.

...latte macchiato 6.70...cake 7.50...it's still ok🤔🤔🤔For these prices it's really not worth it here...the hot chocolate in my opinion. with powder and water for. ... the service was worth 5 stars.

In warm months, especially outside, a real Italian-French attitude to life: small tables with two chairs, a great panoramic view of the passers-by strolling around, how can you drink espresso in peace and quiet for a long time, inside a little tighter but somehow historically cozy

We chose Tambosi by chance and later saw the many bad reviews that we cannot confirm. We were very satisfied. We were served quickly and very attentively. The food was appealing. The restaurant is really beautifully decorated.

The food is very good👍 Service was also top 👍we didn't have to wait long, the service was right there with us And the pizzas 🍕highly recommended We'll be back