Vienna
Looking for beer in Vienna? This guide brings together bottle shops, taprooms, brewpubs and beer-led bars across districts from Mariahilf and Neubau to Favoriten, Döbling and the city centre.
Choose between craft beer discovery, house-brewed styles, daily tastings, casual food or a quieter drink with a cheese board. For quiz nights, larger groups and popular brewpub tables, booking ahead can make the evening easier.
We researched places for beer across Vienna and left out anyone who doesn't really specialise in it, has poor reviews or makes it hard to get in touch.
Some businesses buy featured placements to gain visibility.
Quick view
Select an option to see its summary.
Full list
#1Schnauzer & Beagle Brewery & Taproom in Vienna’s Hasengasse 56 specialises in innovative small-batch brewing, with beers brewed on site and a café-style pub setting. Locally sourced ingredients, house-made pub snacks and quiz nights give it more range than a simple tap stop.
Pub Quiz runs on Wednesdays and Music Bingo on Thursdays, making those evenings especially appealing for groups.
#2BeerLovers is a craft-focused bottle shop and beer distributor on Gumpendorfer Str. 35 in Vienna. Its carefully organised selection spans a broad range of styles and producers, including RIEGELE, PINTA and BEVOG, making it a strong stop for exploring beyond standard lagers.
Helpful staff can guide choices, while gift boxes and regularly featured offers add practical options for beer shopping.
#3Daily craft beer tasting
Vienna Kraft Brewpub at Eichenstraße 2 brings together a brewery, food-market setting, cocktail bar, board games and abundant greenery. Its daily craft beer tasting gives beer enthusiasts a focused way to explore the house offering, while the spacious setting and varied food options suit longer visits.
The venue is especially useful when a group wants beer alongside broader dining and leisure choices.
#4Golser Bier & Wein Bar occupies a central spot on Riemergasse 4, pairing a broad beer selection with wine, gin and generous cheese boards. The welcoming bar style works equally well for a quiet drink, a light bite or an evening spent reading, with attentive service adding to its relaxed appeal.
It is a versatile choice for drinkers who want more than beer alone.
#5Local and international craft beer
Brauhund | Bier | Bar is a beer-focused venue on Schweglerstraße, pairing local and international craft beers with a compact food menu. Burgers and fries, including a veggie option and homemade ketchup, give it more substance than a drinks-only stop, while the music-led atmosphere grows more dive-bar-like later at night.
It is a strong match for beer exploration, casual evening plans, and relaxed late-night listening, with reservations available through its own site.
#6Smash burgers and truffle sweet-potato fries
Beaver Brewing Company combines a brewpub setting with a burger-led food menu at Liechtensteinstraße 69 in Vienna. It works well for a casual beer-and-burger outing, with smash burgers and truffle sweet-potato fries among the more distinctive food choices.
Service is a noticeable strength for groups, while the menu gives the venue an easy, informal character suited to relaxed evenings.
#7Beers brewed on site
7Stern Bräu is a full-service brewpub on Siebensterngasse 19, combining beers brewed on site with substantial pub fare. The menu includes vegan choices as well as traditional dishes, making it practical for mixed groups, while the all-natural beer range gives the visit a clear house-brewed identity.
Friendly service and generous opening hours support everything from lunch to an evening meal.
#8Brewery cellar with lager tanks
Salm Bräu combines an in-house brewery, distillery and restaurant in a characterful Vienna setting. Beer is central, with a tasting option and styles such as Dunkel and Weizen, while the menu leans into generous brewery fare: ribs, smoked meat and pork knuckle are particularly suited to sharing.
The historic building, cellar brickwork and visible lager tanks add genuine atmosphere, with further seating in the garden and indoor dining areas. Service is organised enough for both spontaneous visits and reserved tables, although the venue can become busy and loud. It is an especially strong match for groups planning a full meal around Austrian beer.
#9Fischer Bräu presents itself as Vienna’s first brewpub, rooted in Döbling at Billrothstraße 17. Its house range includes Fischer Helles, Döblinger Lagerbier, Fischer Weißbier and Festbock, matched with comforting pub dishes such as spare ribs, chicken wings and chips.
The warm atmosphere and attentive service suit a substantial meal, although advance booking is wise when the restaurant is busy.
#10Ottakringer Brauerei is a major Vienna brewery at Ottakringer Platz 1, with a long-established production site and options connected to tours and events. It is best suited to visitors interested in the brewery itself and its beer rather than a conventional pub evening.
Access arrangements can vary, so checking the current visitor programme and entry details is particularly important before setting out.
#11Austrian dishes with beer guidance
Bierometer is a Vienna restaurant with outdoor seating, Austrian comfort food and a beer-led drinks selection. Schnitzel, goulash and generous portions make it a dependable choice for a substantial lunch or dinner, while the calm yet lively surroundings work well for a casual meal close to the city’s everyday rhythm.
Beer recommendations add useful guidance, and daily hot food keeps the kitchen relevant beyond a quick drink. Takeaway and late-night food extend its practical appeal. The private dining room offers an additional option for small gatherings, while solo diners can settle in for a straightforward Austrian meal.
#12Generous Austrian portions
Brandauer Bierbögen is an Austrian restaurant in Vienna focused on traditional cooking, local ingredients, generous portions and a broad beer selection. Schnitzel and other hearty dishes suit substantial lunches and dinners, while international favourites and cocktails give groups with different preferences more flexibility.
The industrial-style setting is softened by a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere, with outdoor seating and large screens for live sport. Service can be brisk or slower depending on how busy the room is, but the kitchen’s generous portions and straightforward Austrian character remain the main reasons to visit. Takeaway is also available.
#13Wieden Bräu is a beer hall on Waaggasse 5 where house beer, generous portions and a welcoming service style make an easy combination. The menu ranges from classic pub fare to Backfleisch, a Viennese baked-meat dish served with mustard, radish and potato salad.
A garden adds outdoor seating, making this a practical choice for relaxed meals with plenty of time for sampling the beer selection.
#14Beers on tap and in bottles, plus cider
Weekday lunch offering
Restaurant Bier & Bierli brings together Austrian cooking and a beer-focused drinking culture in a lively central Vienna setting. Its relaxed character suits an easy dinner, a casual drink or an atmospheric match-night stop, with friendly, quick service adding to the welcoming feel.
At Operngasse 12, the menu follows regional traditions and includes a broad choice of beers on tap and in bottles, plus cider . A weekday lunch offering and individual-diet options broaden its appeal; booking ahead is sensible for busy periods.
#15Austrian cooking beside Judenplatz
Beer Paradise is an Austrian restaurant in Vienna’s historic Judenplatz, combining traditional homemade specialities with freshly tapped beer and a comfortable setting. Schnitzel, spaetzle and other hearty dishes are served in portions that work well for a satisfying lunch or dinner, while seasonal recommendations and changing weekly dishes add variety.
The traditional wooden interior and outdoor seating create two distinct ways to enjoy the venue: a more atmospheric meal inside or beer and Austrian cooking in the square outside. Friendly service makes ordering easier for international visitors, and cocktails provide an alternative to the beer list. Delivery and takeaway are available when a sit-down meal is not practical.
Summary
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Schnauzer & Beagle Brewery & Taproom | 4.9 | 240 | Beer-focused outings |
| #2 | BeerLovers | 4.8 | 1,072 | Craft beer discovery |
| #3 | Vienna Kraft Brewpub | 4.8 | 192 | Group meetups |
| #4 | Golser Bier & Wein Bar - In der Riemergasse | 4.8 | 151 | Solo drinks |
| #5 | Brauhund | Bier | Bar | 4.7 | 741 | Craft-beer sessions |
| #6 | Beaver Brewing Company | 4.6 | 2,751 | Casual meals |
| #7 | 7Stern Bräu | 4.4 | 9,214 | Mixed-diet groups |
| #8 | Salm Bräu | 4.3 | 13,463 | Beer tastings |
| #9 | Fischer Bräu - Erste Wiener Gasthaus-Brauerei | 4.3 | 1,768 | Hearty meals |
| #10 | Ottakringer Brauerei | 4.3 | 1,280 | Brewery tours |
| #11 | Bierometer | 4.5 | 1,338 | Casual Austrian lunches |
| #12 | Brandauer Bierbögen | 4.2 | 3,061 | Hearty Austrian dinners |
| #13 | Wieden Bräu | 4.2 | 1,199 | Hungry groups |
| #14 | Restaurant Bier & Bierli | 4.4 | 6,077 | Austrian food |
| #15 | Beer Paradise | 4.2 | 2,297 | Traditional Austrian dinners |
For businesses
Map and areas
Use the map to compare beer options by neighbourhood before setting out. Central Riemergasse is convenient for a drink and food pairing, while locations in Favoriten, Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus, Währing and Döbling may suit a planned destination visit. Check the distance between stops if you are building a beer-focused outing, and confirm opening times or table availability before travelling.
BeerLovers on Gumpendorfer Str. 35 is suited to exploring different styles and producers in a bottle-shop setting. Staff can help build a varied selection, and gift boxes make it practical when you want beer to take home rather than drink immediately.
Several options combine beer with a proper meal. Brauhund pairs craft beer with burgers and fries, Beaver Brewing Company focuses on burgers and truffle sweet-potato fries, and Fischer Bräu offers traditional dishes such as spare ribs, wings and chips.
Schnauzer & Beagle Brewery & Taproom, Vienna Kraft Brewpub, 7Stern Bräu, Beaver Brewing Company and Fischer Bräu all provide a brewpub-style experience. Their offerings differ, so check the current house range if you are looking for a particular style.
Vienna Kraft Brewpub has space for longer group visits, food and board games, while Schnauzer & Beagle adds quiz nights and Music Bingo. Beaver Brewing Company and 7Stern Bräu are also practical for informal meals. Reserve ahead for busy evenings.
It depends on the venue, day and group size, but booking is sensible for popular brewpubs, quiz nights and substantial meals. Fischer Bräu and Schnauzer & Beagle are particularly worth planning in advance when you want a table at a busy time.
Golser Bier & Wein Bar in Riemergasse suits a slower visit, whether you want a solo drink, a light bite or a cheese board. Its beer-and-wine format also works well when different people in your party want different drinks.
