"Munich's surprise star — Mountain Hub Gourmet plates Marcel Tauschek's regional modern tasting menus at the airport, Germany's only starred terminal table."
About Mountain Hub Gourmet
Mountain Hub Gourmet is the fine-dining restaurant of the Hilton Munich Airport, set in a semi-circular, chic modern room directly at the airport in Munich. It is the only Michelin-starred restaurant at any German airport — awarded its first star in 2022 and reconfirmed since — led by head chef Marcel Tauschek, who joined at the 2020 opening as sous chef and has run the kitchen since January 2023.
For Munich's other top tables, compare the city-centre Atelier at the Bayerischer Hof, the bold JAN and the playful Gabelspiel. Mountain Hub Gourmet belongs to the city's fine-dining and modern European scene.
The Kitchen
Tauschek's cooking is pared-down yet robustly flavoured, drawing on classical foundations while reaching for unexpected combinations. Dishes are deeply rooted in regional produce — pigeon with chanterelles and quince, or venison with potato and parsley — and arrive as a multi-course tasting menu rather than à la carte. It is a top-of-market star experience and an unusually serious one for an airport hotel, with menu prices to match; reserve ahead and allow time before any flight.
The Room
The room is a calm, contemporary semi-circle inside the Hilton, deliberately removed from the bustle of the terminal, with attentive, professional service. The setting is the talking point — a genuine one-star dinner you can reach without leaving the airport — which makes it a favourite for travellers on a long connection and for Munich diners who treat the trip out as part of the occasion. Smart dress and a booking are both advised.
Best for to Impress Clients
A one-star kitchen, a calm modern room and an easy airport location make Mountain Hub Gourmet a natural table to impress clients or close a deal around a Munich trip. The tasting-menu polish also suits a quiet anniversary.
Not for
Not for a quick pre-flight bite or a casual budget meal — this is a long, formal, one-star tasting-menu dinner at top-of-market prices, airport or not.
Frequently Asked
What is Mountain Hub Gourmet known for?
It is the fine-dining restaurant of the Hilton Munich Airport and the only Michelin-starred restaurant at a German airport, known for head chef Marcel Tauschek's pared-down, regionally rooted modern tasting menus.
Does Mountain Hub Gourmet have a Michelin star?
Yes — it was awarded one Michelin star in 2022, its first, and the star has been reconfirmed for head chef Marcel Tauschek since.
Who is the chef at Mountain Hub Gourmet?
Marcel Tauschek, who joined the restaurant at its 2020 opening as sous chef and has been head chef since January 2023.
Where is Mountain Hub Gourmet located?
Inside the Hilton Munich Airport hotel, directly at Munich Airport — reachable without leaving the airport complex.
What kind of food does it serve?
Pared-down yet robustly flavoured modern European cooking rooted in regional produce, served as a multi-course tasting menu — dishes such as pigeon with chanterelles and quince, or venison with potato and parsley.
Do I need a reservation?
Yes — it is a small one-star room, so booking ahead is advised, and travellers should allow plenty of time before any onward flight.
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Practical Information
AddressHilton Munich Airport, Terminalstrasse Mitte 20, Munich
NeighbourhoodMunich Airport, Hilton hotel
CuisineModern European / Fine Dining
PriceMulti-course tasting menu; top-of-market
Dress CodeSmart
SeatingSemi-circular modern dining room
ReservationAdvised
