Sophia's Restaurant Italian Fine Dining at the Charles Hotel

Since the 17th century, Munich has been considered the northernmost city in Italy, fired by the Turin wife of the then regent, Elector Ferdinand. The fusion of Mediterranean and Bavarian culture is reflected in Munich not only in terms of architecture and lifestyle but also in the culinary arts.

An excellent example of fine Italian cuisine is Sophia's restaurant in the five-star award-winning The Charles Hotel. Chef Michael Hüsken serves modern interpretations of the classics of the country's cuisine at the highest level.

"Only the best products are used, hand-picked from producers in the region. Quality always comes first for us," says Michael Hüsken, who acquired his gastronomic skills at starred restaurants such as Munich's Acquarello as well as Käfer's.

Thus, the menu at Sophia's consists of few but all the more high-quality dishes such as prawn carpaccio, baked lobster or beef fillet. Meat and fish come from the traditional Polting estate, the saltwater prawns from Honest Catch.

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Culinary variety is provided by the daily menu, which features a handful of other Italian gourmet creations, also seasonal and elegantly presented.

Matching the dolce vita flair: the light, airy interior with Mediterranean planting and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a great view of the beautiful terrace and the old botanical garden.

To round off a sweet meal at Sophia's, you can choose from tempting desserts such as tiramisu or the iced Amalfi lemon, as well as fine cocktails and digestives in Sophia's Bar, located next to the restaurant. Salute!

Nina Zeller

Author Munich