The 21 best restaurants in Vienna for 2025

What is it? A family-run Viennese restaurant, or, let’s be honest, a top-level Viennese institution. Mraz und Sohn is possibly the best place to dine in Austria’s capital at the moment. Of course, that comes at a (hefty) price, but it pays off. Trust us.

Why go? Finely coordinated courses that usually follow a motto (an ingredient). Some courses in between come as ‘surprises’ – and they really are. Mraz und Sohn means fine dining in an absolutely relaxed, unsophisticated way, and if you're lucky, sitting with a view of the open kitchen.

Price: Blowout

Address: Wallensteinstraße 59, 1200 Wien, Austria

What is it? Set in the impressive Regensburger Hof building, Lugeck is run by the same family behind the historic Schnitzel restaurant Figlmüller. This gastro-pub take on an old-school wine tavern offers Austrian classics and an array of international dishes.

Why go? If you want to try a contemporary spin on traditional Wiener schnitzel or Franz Joseph I’s favourite boiled beef dish, Tafelspitz, washed down with a carefully chosen glass of Austrian wine or craft beer, this is the place for you. Lighter dinner options include beetroot couscous and pirozhki (Russian fried buns).

Price: Average

Address: Lugeck 4, 1010 Wien, Austria 

What is it? Am Nordpol 3 (North Pole) is a little further off the beaten track, but not quite as far  away as the name might suggest. The restaurant offers authentic Bohemian cuisine which influences are deeply rooted in traditional Viennese cuisine. 

Why go? On the far side of the Augarten is one of the Viennese restaurants that can definitely be  described as an insider tip. Both the cuisine and the atmosphere are relaxed and down-to-earth. 

Time out tip: Better visit the nearby Prater, the famous amusement park, before and not  necessarily after you have been eating there.  

Price: Average 

Address: Nordpolstraße 3, 1020 Wien, Austria​

What is it? Vienna’s world-famous botanical hothouse (think Kew with a fancier roof), overlooking the stately Burggarten gardens, is home to an all-day brasserie The Palmenhaus. The menu is Austrian-meets-Mediterranean, with a strong selection of wines by the glass, expertly mixed cocktails and desserts to die for. Frond memories guaranteed. 

Why go? Where else can you tuck into dumplings surrounded by loads of lush tropical foliage? It’s particularly inviting on a chilly day: follow up one of the hearty lunch specials (mushroom ragout, strozzapreti with veal bolognese) with a slice of warm almond and chocolate cake and stewed plums. 

Price? Pricey

Address: Burggarten 1, 1010 Wien, Austria

What is it? At first glance, Café Kandl is a rather unimpressive place, but the courtyard of the old Biedermeier house is something to be seen. And so is the menu, featuring sophisticated dishes that rely on regional and seasonal ingredients, and strange, unusual gins from all over the world.

Why go? This is becoming the spot for Vienna's young creative types, and for good reason. The focus here is on trendy but delicious natural wines which compliment the food beautifully. 

Price: Pricey

Address: Kandlgasse 12/2, 1070 Wien, Austria

What is it? Mani is very chilled out; one of those places where you can order a bunch of dishes to share and stay eating for hours. Prices are reasonable too. 

Why go? Start with the starters, but don’t forget about the main course (very easily done with starters as good as this). Homemade Baba Ghanoush or oven-baked eggplant on tomato confit is a culinary treat not only for vegetarians. 

Time Out tip: Yppenplatz is also home to Brunnenmarkt – a market famous for fresh Asian ingredients.

Price: Average

Address: Yppenplatz, Marktstand 153-155, 1160 Wien and Schleifmühlgasse 7, 1040 Wien

What is it? An unpretentious modern take on a traditional Beisl, this Michelin-starred restaurant is well worth splurging out on. There’s no à la carte menu; you choose between a small or large taster menu, accompanied by freshly baked bread and other surprises from the kitchen.

Why go? All the cooking, service and wine at Pramerl & the Wolf are handled by chef Wolfgang Zankl himself, alongside his sous and sommelier – making for a very intimate (and social) dining experience. Booking essential.

Price: Blowout

Address: Pramergasse 21, 1090 Wien, Austria

What is it? Cà Phê Lalot is a breakfast and lunch bar that serves Austrian classics in Asian style. 

Why go? Austrian cuisine is traditionally not very experimental, so this Austrian-Asian experience  is definitely not to be missed. 

Time Out tip: Maria am Gestade‘ is a church nearby, which stands out dramatically between the urban canyons – not a ‘hidden gem,’ exactly, but certainly off the beaten track in the sightseeing-heavy first district. 

Price: Average 

Address: Wipplingerstraße 25, 1010 Wien, Austria

What is it? Pizza Mari’ is a relaxed, modern Italian serving up authentic Neapolitan pizza. In the warmer months, it’s especially nice to sit outside.

Why go? For some of the best pizza in Vienna at very reasonable prices. The ‘patate-style’ with cream cheese, thin slices of potato and rosemary is one of our favourites, and make sure to order an espresso after your meal, as the Italians do – Mari has its own coffee roastery.

Time Out tip: The Augarten is a lively park just around the corner for a post-dinner beer on the grass. 

Price: Average

Address: Leopoldsgasse 23A, 1020 Wien, Austria

What is it? Vienna’s best-loved Japanese fusion restaurant specialises in sensational sushi and sashimi. From dragon rolls to thinly sliced Iberico pork with truffle teriyaki glaze and dreamy donburi bowls, this is the kind of place where you’ll want to order the entire menu.

Why go? Getting a table at Mochi takes some doing, but persevere because every mouthful is a delight. The staff are brilliant, too – let your server know what you like and your budget, and they’ll do the rest. Left it to the last minute? Try the Mochi Ramen Bar in the Stuwerviertel, which is walk-ins only.

Price: Average

Address: Praterstraße 15, 1020 Wien, Austria