Vienna's Best Lunch Spots

Restaurant Rote Bar is an inviting spot in Vienna’s Hotel Sacher, offering classic Viennese dishes in a warm, elegant setting. Diners can choose between a winter garden with a view of the State Opera or a richly decorated red dining room. Piano music in the evenings adds a relaxed touch to the overall atmosphere.

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Hrvoje Petric

Food & Travel Writer

The restaurant Rote Bar in Sacher hotel Vienna offers the perfect ambience for lovers of traditional, classic Viennese cuisine to experience it at the highest level. From original Sacher goose liver tarte with elderberry, apricot and brioche, to grilled pike pearch fillet and finish with the juicy Venison Wellington fillet with blackcurrant red cabbage, venison praline and parsnip, everything is very tasty. Food is accompanied with the nice selection of Austrian, Italian and French wines.

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MAST Weinbistro in Vienna is run by two longtime friends and sommeliers who focus on fresh, local ingredients and an extensive wine selection. The relaxed atmosphere and personal touch make it an easygoing place to linger over a glass. Its straightforward approach to food and drink creates a welcoming space for anyone curious about modern Viennese flavors.

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Marko Kovac

Foodie

A casual bistro in Vienna owned and personally run by two longtime friends and sommelliers, Steve and Matthias. Naturally, one of the best wine lists in the region, supporting easygoing modern take on Viennese cuisine. A true must when in the city.

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Meierei im Stadtpark is a laid-back bistro in Vienna’s city park, serving Austrian favorites throughout the day. It’s part of the Steirereck family and provides a calm oasis for breakfast, lunch, or a midday break. The bright interior and leafy surroundings make it an inviting spot to unwind and enjoy a relaxed meal.

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Kenneth Nars

Creative Director

Perfectly executed Wiener classics by chef Heinz Reitbauer. Try their Wiener Schnitzel-probably the best in town. Meierei im Stadtpark is 2-starred restaurant Steirereck’s bistro with perfectly executed Wiener classics by chef Heinz Reitbauer. Go for an excellent breakfast or for lunch, as the park view is beautiful. Try their Wiener Schnitzel-probably the best in Vienna. The tender veal is breaded and butter fried to a pink and juicy medium and comes as three smaller schnitzels with a lemon wedge. Add a glass of Grüner Veltliner and remember to order potato salad instead of the boiled ones. Save room for some 140 different cheeses to choose from-ask for some of the funkier mountain cheeses (Sulner käs and Rässkäse) from Tirol. And remember to save room for the Kaiserschmarr’n pancake with boozy sultanas and plum compote. Nice wine list, too.

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The Bank Brasserie & Bar is set in a historic former bank building in the heart of Vienna and is now part of Park Hyatt Vienna. Its unique architecture and central location create an inviting atmosphere for a relaxed meal or a night out.

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Cornelia Milde

viennagourmet

For me - the best beef tartare in town. I have a great passion for tartare! One of the best Beef Tartares in Vienna can be found in the brasserie "The Bank". Hand-cut, confit egg yolk, truffle, mustard caviar, potato bread. The restaurant was a bank at a time - and is now part of the Hotel "Park Hyatt Vienna" - in the best downtown location - an absolute insider tip!

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Restaurant Konstantin Filippou in Vienna focuses on fish and seafood, shaped by the chef’s Greek-Austrian background. The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined, with cooking that highlights fresh ingredients and clear flavors. Having earned two Michelin stars, it’s known for its inviting style and careful attention to quality.

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Cornelia Milde

viennagourmet

Lake Neusiedl zander. Mushroom. Hazelnut. Truffle Konstantin Filippou's cuisine is puristic, straightforward and characterized by an irrepressible passion for the product and the pure taste. He is a Greek Austrian and this reflects in his dishes. The menu consists solely of fish and seafood. This reflects his love of the water and the high quality of what lives in it.

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Glacis Beisl is a relaxed spot in Vienna’s 7th district, tucked between the MuseumsQuartier and nearby cultural sights. It quietly combines traditional and modern elements, offering a cozy dining area, a peaceful garden, and a carefully chosen wine selection. It’s a comfortable place to take a break from the city’s bustle.

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Luka Balac

Restaurateur-sommelier

Classic Viennese dishes with amazing wine list! My favourite place in Vienna.

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Plachutta Wollzeile is a well-known restaurant in the heart of Vienna, appreciated for serving traditional Viennese cuisine at a consistently high standard. It draws a mix of locals, visitors, and even famous guests, creating a welcoming yet slightly formal atmosphere. The attentive staff and smooth operation ensure a memorable dining experience.

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Kenneth Nars

Creative Director

A hearty, delicious meal of boiled beef. A must try in Vienna. Tafelspitz, boiled beef rump served with broth and an array of condiments, is the most traditional Viennese dish, next to the Wiener Schnitzel. There are a few traditional inns still serving proper Tafelspitz, but the most established and well branded temple of Tafelspitz is without doubt Plachutta. There are a few locations but go for the original restaurant on the Wollzeile street. Plenty of tourists here and yes, the restaurant follows a set, commercialized concept, but still the operation is impressive. The menu features a dozen of different cuts of boiled meat, from tongue to beef ribs, all served tableside in a copper cauldron full of broth, root vegetables and bone marrow. The condiments include apple horseradish, chive sauce, hashbrown potatoes and toasted black bread. The original Tafelspitz cut is delicious. The menu also features classics like Wienerschnitzel and Kaiserschmarrn pancakes for dessert. The slightly formal service works with almost military precision, including bringing local daily newspapers to single lunch guests.

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[aend] is located in Vienna and led by Chef Fabian Günzel, who prepares thoughtful, minimalistic creations with carefully chosen ingredients. Sommelier Simon Schubert adds to the experience with his attentive wine selections. The atmosphere is inviting, and each detail focuses on quality.

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Frank Heylen

Food & Wine hunter

Vienna is such a beautiful place! One of my favorite restaurants is AEND with chef Fabian Günzel. Top quality produce masterfully brought together in simple minimalistic combinations and excellent wine pairing by Simon Schubert !

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Hausmair’s Gaststätte is a welcoming place in Vienna that prides itself on using locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is relaxed, and visitors can expect traditional Austrian flavors prepared with genuine care and attention to detail.

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Paul Ivic

Chef

one of my favorite places in vienna. for me with the best goulash I've ever eaten. Semolina dumpling soup is simply excellent and the Austrian pastries are also highly recommended. good products very good chef

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Mochi in Vienna offers Japanese cuisine with a modern twist at reasonable prices. It’s a comfortable spot for a quick lunch or a relaxed evening out, and there’s also the option to enjoy your meal on the terrace.

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Frank Heylen

Food & Wine hunter

Japanese cuisine with a modern twist at good prices! Delicious flavours ideal for a quick lunch or a nice evening! Also dining on the terrace.

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