Hungriges Herz is a casual all-day café and restaurant at Fraunhoferstraße 42, 80469 München, in Munich’s Isarvorstadt district, Germany. Defined by a breakfast-and-lunch-led menu of eggs, pancakes, vegan bowls, bagels, sandwiches, burgers and pizza, it is a long-running local-format meeting place rather than a formal dining room. Travelers come for a substantial morning meal near the Isar, an easy coffee stop, or a relaxed meal before exploring Gärtnerplatz, the Deutsches Museum and the riverfront.
What to Expect at Hungriges Herz
The signature experience is a broad daytime menu built for different appetites at the same table. The official menu’s “Fancy Eggs & more” section is available Tuesday through Sunday from 9am to 5pm and includes scrambled or fried eggs; pancakes, bowls and fruit dishes provide sweeter or lighter breakfast options. Vegan bowls are a particular part of the house identity, made with fresh regional ingredients. Later choices extend to bagels, sandwiches, burgers and pizza, making Hungriges Herz workable for brunch-minded groups as well as travelers who want a quick, filling lunch.
This is a café-restaurant, not a museum or attraction with collections and timed exhibits: its draw is the menu, the social pace and its position on Fraunhoferstraße in the Glockenbach/Isarvorstadt area. Expect a contemporary, informal setting where coffee and food share equal billing. The menu is designed around individually ordered dishes rather than a set brunch buffet, so visitors can keep a stop short with coffee and pancakes or settle in for pizza and a fuller meal. The restaurant’s own menu page is the best place to check the current selection before traveling.
- Fancy Eggs & more: Scrambled or fried eggs are listed from €6.40, with this breakfast section offered from 9am to 5pm Tuesday through Sunday.
- Pancakes and fruit bowls: Sweet breakfast dishes and fruit-forward options make this a useful choice for a later breakfast.
- Vegan bowls: Plant-based bowls prepared with fresh regional ingredients are central to the café’s daytime offer.
- Bagels, sandwiches and burgers: Savory handheld dishes suit a quick lunch between central Munich sights.
- Pizza: Pizza broadens the choice for groups whose members want something beyond brunch food.
Hungriges Herz at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Fraunhoferstraße 42, 80469 München, Germany |
| Neighborhood / Area | Isarvorstadt, close to Glockenbachviertel and the Isar riverfront |
| Operating Hours | Closed Monday; Tuesday–Sunday 9am–10pm. The Fancy Eggs & more menu is listed Tuesday–Sunday, 9am–5pm. |
| Admission & Ticket Prices | No admission or tickets; guests pay menu prices. Scrambled or fried eggs are listed from €6.40. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 45 minutes to 2 hours |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Fraunhoferstraße U-Bahn station (U1/U2) is the closest stop; street parking in Isarvorstadt is limited and subject to local restrictions. |
| Official Website / Phone | hungrigesherz.com / +49 89 20201515 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
For the widest breakfast choice, arrive between 9am and 11am, when the eggs-and-pancakes menu is running and before the usual late-morning brunch rush. Weekends are the busiest period; a weekday breakfast or a later lunch is generally easier for an unhurried table. There is no ticketed entry and no admission reservation to make. Check the official menu for current dishes, and call ahead for same-day table availability, groups, takeaway questions or dietary needs.
From Fraunhoferstraße station, the restaurant is a short walk along Fraunhoferstraße. The U1 and U2 give direct connections toward Munich Hauptbahnhof and the wider U-Bahn network; walking is often simpler than driving in this dense central neighborhood. The Isar’s river paths are about five minutes away on foot, Gärtnerplatz is roughly 10 minutes away, and the Deutsches Museum is around 15 minutes away across the river area. These pair naturally with a breakfast stop, followed by a riverside walk or an afternoon museum visit. The venue does not publish step-free-entry, restroom or elevator specifications; wheelchair users and families with strollers should call before arriving to confirm the entrance route and available facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Hungriges Herz’s hours, and when is the best time to go?
Hungriges Herz is closed Monday and open Tuesday through Sunday from 9am to 10pm. Go early, ideally around 9am, for breakfast with less competition for tables. The Fancy Eggs & more offering is listed until 5pm.
Does Hungriges Herz charge admission or require reservations?
There is no admission charge: this is a restaurant and café, with food and drinks priced individually. The official menu lists scrambled or fried eggs from €6.40. For busy weekend brunches or larger parties, call +49 89 20201515 to ask about current table arrangements.
How much time should I budget for a visit?
Allow 45 to 60 minutes for coffee and one dish, or up to two hours for a leisurely brunch or lunch with several people. Its location also makes it easy to combine with the Isar riverfront, Gärtnerplatz or the Deutsches Museum.
Is Hungriges Herz suitable for families, strollers and wheelchair users?
Families can find flexible choices including pancakes, eggs, fruit dishes, bagels and pizza. Because detailed accessibility information for the entrance, interior circulation and toilets is not published, contact the restaurant before visiting if step-free access, stroller storage or accessible restroom facilities are essential.
When planning your Munich travel guide or comparing verified restaurants and cafe in Munich, pair this stop with standout local spots including Soy Vegan München, Havana Club, Bauernmarkt, and The Crazy Ice-cream Maker (nearby).
