Mun Mun

Mun Mun sits right at the Münchner Freiheit transport hub, a constant blur of U-Bahn, tram, and bus lines that feeds directly into its fast-paced energy. The entire space is built around an open show kitchen, modeled on a traditional Thai street food stall, or ‘Garküche’. You can watch the woks fire as your meal comes together, filling the room with the smell of fresh herbs and spices. The indoor dining room is compact, with simple wooden tables and large windows, but much of the seating spills out into the expansive area facing the square. Everything is prepared from scratch – from the spring rolls and saté skewers to the sauces and dips – and the kitchen avoids MSG and artificial enhancers, sourcing many of its vegetables and herbs from the Munich region. The menu covers the Thai street food classics: various curries like Massaman and Penang, Pad Thai, spicy Laab Gai salad, and crispy duck, with mango sticky rice for dessert. Just know that the portions are very generous. The whole operation runs on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't plan on making a reservation. During peak lunch and dinner hours, you'll likely find a line forming out the door. Take-out is a huge part of the business, and many people use the online system to order ahead for pickup, using the restaurant’s deposit system for reusable containers. Most dishes can be made with tofu instead of meat, and the kitchen is open daily from morning until late.