15 Best Austrian Restaurants in Vienna

At Meidlinger Markt, Markt.grätzL brings hearty Austrian cooking and Viennese market vibes together with regional organic ingredients. The menu includes classics such as crisp schnitzel, beef goulash, hearty beef soup and pumpkin soup, alongside Pinsa and oriental market dishes.

Vegetarian and gluten-free choices make it suitable for mixed groups, while the Tuesday-to-Friday lunch special pairs soup with a meat or vegetarian main.

Landstein is a versatile restaurant at Landstraßer Hauptstraße 132, combining Viennese classics with burgers, pasta, seafood, wine, whiskey, Austrian beer and cocktails. Its schnitzel is a particularly strong choice, while tiger shrimp, filet and chocolate cake broaden the menu for mixed groups.

Fast, friendly service supports both casual dinners and repeat visits, and the restaurant opens from 4 pm most days, remaining closed on Sundays.

Wandel gives käsespätzle and other spätzle dishes centre stage in a calm residential setting on Stuckgasse. Its relaxed atmosphere, chill background music and focus on quality over quantity make it well suited to an unhurried meal.

The menu also includes soup and pancakes, creating a compact choice for a comforting dinner or a casual bite between plans.

Vienna Wirtshaus brings classic Austrian comfort food to Rögergasse 4, with a warm, welcoming dining room and patient service that works well for international visitors. Traditional choices include Frittatensuppe, tender homemade goulash and crisp schnitzel with potatoes, making it a strong fit for a first taste of Viennese cooking or a relaxed family meal.

It opens from late morning on Fridays and weekends, and from 4 pm on weekdays.

Bratenwirtschaft serves Austrian comfort food at Kegelgasse 32, with a menu that ranges from schnitzel trios and beef goulash to apple dessert and even a well-executed spaghetti aglio e olio. The restaurant’s strongest practical asset is its prompt, accommodating service, making it suitable for both a relaxed meal and visitors who value an efficient table experience.

It opens from late morning, with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays.

Schnitzel of Vienna - Lubella focuses squarely on Austrian restaurant staples at Führichgasse 1, with classic veal schnitzel, crisp coatings and a choice of potato sides. Service is notably quick, making the restaurant practical for a central Vienna meal when time is limited.

The interior is functional rather than atmospheric, so the draw is the food and efficient turnaround. It opens daily from 10:30 am to 10 pm.

Homemade cooking and local ingredients shape the offer at Gasthaus Möslinger on Stuwerstraße in Vienna’s second district. Its informal neighbourhood setting suits family meals, dinner for two or a gathering after work, and dogs are welcome. Several weekdays have separate lunch and evening services, so the timing matters when planning a visit.

Tante Liesl serves traditional Viennese cuisine with a modern twist in Servitengasse. The menu can include distinctive dishes such as Grammel dumplings, Viennese fried chicken, Zander and asparagus, complemented by wine recommendations.

With lunch, dinner and party offerings, it fits both an everyday city meal and a more social occasion, while its broad opening schedule makes it practical for daytime or evening plans.

Krah Krah pairs an authentic Austrian atmosphere with classic dishes such as veal Wiener schnitzel and a substantial lumberjack platter at Rabensteig 8. Its beer-led identity is especially clear, with more than 50 beer types and hearty snacks making it a natural choice for diners who want food alongside a broad pour selection.

Lunch starts at 11 am daily, with Friday and Saturday service continuing until 1 am.

Restaurant Meissl & Schadn Wien puts schnitzel at the centre of its Austrian dining experience on Schubertring 10-12. The preparation is presented as part of the craft: ingredients remain distinct, the meat is pounded and the schnitzel is baked in a pan.

It also offers dishes such as asparagus soup, salad and Salzburger Nockerln. Reserve ahead for a planned meal, particularly at busier times; opening runs daily from noon.

Restaurant beim Hofmeister offers classic Viennese cooking and international specialities from Bräunerstraße 7, close to Vienna’s historic centre. Tafelspitz, goulash soup, schnitzel and Sachertorte cover the traditional side, with generous portions and a warm, comfortably spaced dining room suited to an unhurried meal.

Its central location makes it convenient for pairing with nearby sights, while daily opening from noon to 9 pm keeps the schedule straightforward.