Zento Modern Japanese cuisine in the centre of Munich

Delicate fabrics, Far Eastern murals and accessories in elegant black and gold: the new Zento restaurant near Odeonsplatz, which opened in 2021, offers the perfect stage for modern Japanese cuisine with its chic interior and impressive sushi selection.

Whether sashimi, maki, nigiri or insight-out rolls: the variations are numerous at Zento and testify not only to refined enjoyment but also to skill. Guests can see this for themselves during a quick trip to the open kitchen. Our highlights: the signature rolls with prawns in tempura coating (10 euros), the veggie set with cucumber-avocado (13 euros) and the sharing starters scallops (22 euros) and beef tataki (24 euros).

Those who prefer to be surprised can choose a 3-course menu that the chef puts together individually (49-69 euros). Particularly charming: in keeping with the Munich location, many of the culinary creations are served on Bavarian breadboards. In addition, pretty bamboo leaves, roll mats and Japanese pottery are used as decorative elements.

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"We not only place a lot of importance on the look of our dishes but also on the freshness and quality of our ingredients. This means we use mostly local and seasonal food that is healthy for our environment and our bodies. Fish and meat come from sustainable fishing and farming," says Zento owner Thi Thoa Nguyen, explaining the restaurant's philosophy.

So if you visit the Japanese gourmet restaurant, you can be sure to get high-quality food along with an atmospheric experience.

Nina Zeller

Author Munich