Looking for stelze in Vienna means choosing more than a traditional dish: the setting, portion style and timing can shape the whole meal. This guide helps you compare places serving pork knuckle and narrow the choice to a convenient option.
Before setting off, check the exact location, current opening hours and whether the dish is served throughout the day or only at selected times. It is also worth confirming availability, preparation style and whether reservations are advisable.
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#1Zum Englischen Reiter is a traditional Austrian restaurant near the Prater, combining homestyle cooking with a large garden and a relaxed local atmosphere. Its signature Stelze is served crisp on the outside and juicy within, with fresh horseradish making a classic accompaniment; beer is a natural pairing.
Open daily from 10am to 11:45pm, it is well suited to hearty outdoor dinners.
#2A theatrical, kitsch-leaning atmosphere
Spareribs are a standout choice
Marchfelderhof brings a theatrical, kitsch-leaning atmosphere to a restaurant outside Vienna, making the journey part of the occasion. Its lively character pairs naturally with relaxed group meals and diners looking for somewhere distinctly different from a standard city restaurant.
Spareribs are a standout choice, complemented by fast service and a welcoming dining room. Located at Bockfließerstraße 31 in Deutsch-Wagram, it opens from late afternoon on weekdays and from late morning on weekends; dogs are welcome.
#3Waldviertlerhof on Schönbrunner Straße combines rustic cosiness with a more refined take on traditional, homestyle cooking. Its generous footprint includes an indoor dining room and a large courtyard, making it suitable for groups as well as relaxed outdoor meals.
The menu leans towards hearty classics and familiar Austrian flavours, with an established, traditional atmosphere in Vienna’s 5th district.
#4A distinctly Viennese destination
Roasted goose is a memorable seasonal specialty
Restaurant Musil offers a distinctly Viennese destination in Vienna’s 14th district, where atmosphere is as important as the meal. The out-of-the-way setting suits diners seeking a traditional institution with enough character to justify making it part of the day’s plans.
Roasted goose is a memorable seasonal specialty, while attentive service can make ordering easier for international visitors. At Braillegasse 14, the restaurant serves lunch and dinner most days, stays closed on Wednesdays, and reservations are advisable.
#5Freshly prepared dishes
Friendly, informal character
Gasthaus Damir suits diners looking for a straightforward restaurant meal in Vienna’s second district, with a friendly, informal character and a focus on freshly prepared dishes. Its two-part address near Augarten places it within an easy urban outing rather than a formal dining circuit.
The cooking is described as tasty and made fresh to order, while the service is warm and approachable. It opens from 10 am on most days, closes on Mondays, and runs later on Friday and Saturday evenings.
#6Schnitzel and goulash lead the traditional appeal
At Neuer Markt in central Vienna, die Feinkosterei combines a convenient setting with polished European dining. It is particularly well suited to an evening in the city, including dinner before an opera, while its central address makes it practical for both small meals and larger gatherings.
Schnitzel and goulash lead the traditional appeal, with desserts adding a strong finish. Larger parties may be accommodated in a more private cellar space, and advance reservations are recommended at this popular central address.
#7Restaurant, beer garden and brewery setting
Brauhof Wien combines a restaurant, beer garden and brewery setting at Mariahilfer Str. 156/701. It is a strong match for relaxed gatherings centred on Viennese food and beer, with Fiakergulasch standing out among the hearty dishes.
Friendly, welcoming service and an English menu add practical ease for international diners. Open daily from noon until 11:30 pm, it suits a leisurely lunch, dinner or beer-led evening.
#840% off Margaretner beer from 9:30 pm
At Schlossgasse 21 in Vienna’s 5th district, Silberwirt presents a traditional Viennese inn atmosphere with all-day Austrian cuisine, Viennese wine and Margaretner beer on tap. The menu suits a relaxed lunch, dinner or informal evening, with generous portions and efficient, helpful service.
A late-evening beer promotion offers 40% off Margaretner beer from 9:30 pm.
#9Mährischer Spatz 1925 combines an Austrian restaurant with a beer bar in Vienna’s Leopoldstadt, offering a broad local menu and a relaxed setting for meals or drinks. Its approachable portions, attentive recommendations and imaginative take on traditional dishes make it especially appealing to diners who enjoy familiar cuisine with a Central European twist.
The restaurant opens daily from noon and accepts reservations.
#10Schweizerhaus is a large, characterful beer garden in Vienna’s Prater at Prater 116, best known for its original Schweizerhaus Stelze: crisp on the outside with a juicy centre. Beer and substantial portions make it a natural choice for sociable meals, celebrations or a long afternoon outdoors.
The venue opens daily from 11 am to 11 pm, and booking ahead is worthwhile when planning a busy visit.
#11100% organic Austrian meat
Set inside Vienna’s Prater, Luftburg Kolarik is a spacious, relaxed restaurant designed for easy outings, particularly with children. Its fully organic concept includes 100% organic Austrian meat, a broad food offering and beer options such as the exclusive Schladminger BIO Dunkel.
The large setting and casual atmosphere work well for a straightforward family meal after time in the park.
#12Classic Austrian cooking inside the Prater
Gösser Eck Beer Bar offers classic Austrian cooking inside the Prater, making it a convenient meal stop between attractions or after an afternoon out. Wiener schnitzel, goulash, spit-roasted chicken and Kaiserschmarrn cover the essentials, with generous portions suited to hungry diners.
The menu is especially appealing when you want familiar Austrian comfort food in an informal beer-bar setting close to the park.
#13Restaurant Müllerbeisl brings classic Austrian dining to Seilerstätte 15 in Vienna’s 1010 district. Wiener schnitzel with potato salad and roast beef are natural choices for a traditional meal, while the clean, calm interior can suit an early dinner or quieter indoor seating.
Long opening hours from 10:30 am until midnight make it flexible for lunch, dinner or a later meal in the city centre.
#14Brezl Gwölb pairs traditional food with a distinctive historic setting at Ledererhof 9 in central Vienna. The restaurant offers classic and newer dishes, outdoor dining and takeaway, with a calm atmosphere and friendly, conversational service.
Its brezel-led identity makes it a natural stop for a traditional meal or a more relaxed evening, though booking ahead is sensible during busy periods.
#15Bitzinger Augustinerkeller occupies a former monastery cellar at Augustinerstraße 1, bringing a historic setting to central Vienna dining. The house combines traditional Viennese specialities in The Cellar with more elaborate options, including exclusive wines and a nine-course menu in The Passion.
Standout dishes include Viennese onion roast, garlic spaghetti and wild boar cheese sausage; service can be unhurried at busy times.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Zum Englischen Reiter | 4,7 | 11.427 | Traditional Austrian meals and garden dining |
| #2 | Marchfelderhof | 4,7 | 4.873 | A relaxed |
| #3 | Waldviertlerhof | 4,6 | 2.655 | Hearty Austrian meals and group dining |
| #4 | Restaurant Musil | 4,6 | 1.861 | Traditional Viennese dining with a strong sense of place |
| #5 | Gasthaus Damir | 4,6 | 133 | Casual meals near Augarten |
| #6 | die Feinkosterei Neuer Markt | 4,5 | 851 | Central dinners |
| #7 | Brauhof Wien | 4,5 | 787 | Relaxed beer-garden meals and hearty Viennese cooking |
| #8 | Silberwirt | 4,4 | 2.529 | Classic Austrian meals and relaxed evenings |
| #9 | Mährischer Spatz 1925 | 4,4 | 1.967 | Local food |
| #10 | Schweizerhaus | 4,3 | 31.969 | Sociable beer-garden meals built around pork knuckle |
| #11 | Luftburg Kolarik in Prater | 4,3 | 7.974 | Family meals and casual Prater visits |
| #12 | Gösser Eck Beer Bar | 4,3 | 2.910 | Prater meals and traditional Austrian comfort food |
| #13 | Restaurant Müllerbeisl | 4,3 | 2.531 | Classic Austrian dishes in a central city setting |
| #14 | Brezl Gwölb | 4,3 | 1.283 | Traditional meals with a relaxed central setting |
| #15 | Bitzinger Augustinerkeller | 4,1 | 1.372 | Historic surroundings and varied Austrian dining |
Vienna’s traditional dining options are spread across central areas and residential districts, so the most convenient choice depends on where you plan to spend the day. Central locations may suit sightseeing plans, while outer districts can be useful when the restaurant itself is the destination. Use the map to compare walking routes, public transport connections and nearby plans. A slightly farther venue may be worthwhile for its serving schedule, atmosphere or availability, especially when you are planning a meal around a specific time.
Stelze is the Austrian name commonly used for pork knuckle, a substantial traditional dish often served with hearty side dishes. It is associated with relaxed Austrian dining and is frequently chosen as a shared meal. Serving styles vary between restaurants, so check the menu description if you want a particular preparation or accompaniment.
You can find suitable restaurants in central Vienna as well as in residential districts, with the best area depending on your plans for the day. Central venues are convenient after sightseeing, while destinations farther out may suit a dedicated meal. Use the map and confirm the address before travelling, particularly when several venues have similar names.
A reservation is sensible when you are visiting at a busy meal time, travelling with a group or choosing a restaurant known for traditional dishes. Larger portions may also require the kitchen to plan ahead. Contact the venue directly to ask about table availability and whether stelze should be requested in advance.
Not necessarily. Some restaurants serve it throughout their opening hours, while others offer it only at lunch, dinner or on selected days. Availability can also depend on the day’s kitchen supply. Check the current schedule and ask when ordering if you are making the journey specifically for stelze.
Confirm the address, opening hours, serving times and current availability of stelze. It is also useful to ask about portion size, preparation style and whether the dish is designed for sharing. These details help you avoid an unnecessary trip and choose a restaurant that matches your timing, appetite and plans in Vienna.
