Grapes Weinbar

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Wine Bar Built for Curiosity

At Grapes Weinbar on Ledererstraße, in the heart of Munich's old town, the philosophy is straightforward: every wine lover should feel at home, and every visit should hold at least one surprise. The bar's rotating selection draws from producers across the globe, mixing everyday drinking wines with genuine rarities that can stop even seasoned collectors mid-sip. That commitment to range and discovery earned Grapes the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence in 2023 — recognition that reflects the depth and curation behind the list.

The atmosphere is described as elegant-lässig — elegant but relaxed — a tone that runs through everything from the room itself to the way guests are welcomed. Whether you're a devoted wine professional chasing an obscure bottle or someone still finding their footing with a first glass, the bar is designed to make both feel equally at ease.

Seasonal Food, Regional Roots

The kitchen doesn't try to compete with the wine — it complements it. The seasonal European menu is built around ingredients sourced from regional partners and suppliers, and the dishes are calibrated to pair well with whatever is open that evening. A small bite alongside a glass, or a considered main course — the kitchen adapts to the moment.

One fixture in the weekly rhythm is Schnitzel Monday: every Monday, the kitchen focuses entirely on a single Wiener Schnitzel, served with a classic potato and lamb's lettuce salad, lingonberries, anchovies and lemon. The discipline of doing one thing and doing it well on that day says something about the overall approach. Vegetarians are looked after too, with a seasonal flammkuchen offered alongside.

Space for Groups and Special Evenings

Grapes also handles private events and group bookings, with the historic room lending itself naturally to gatherings that call for something more than a standard restaurant setting. Wine pairings and tasting formats are part of what the bar offers, making it a considered choice for anyone looking to mark an occasion around a shared bottle — or several.