Salzburg
The 'Jolly Monkey' lives up to its name with a sociable vibe. Presuming you've booked ahead, you'll dine heartily under vaults or on the terrace on well…
Must-see restaurants in Austria
Prater & East of the Danube
In the heart of Karmelitermarkt, Tewa does a fine line in bagels, wraps, creative salads, soups and breakfasts, as well as wholesome mains like Thai…
Vienna
Set up by two vegan sisters, Veganista's nondairy ice cream is made with organic, regional ingredients. Each day sees 18 flavours available, with some…
Graz
The service on a busy day in this family restaurant can be a little overwhelmed but the excellent curries more than make up for this. The ones with the…
Vienna
This homely, no-frills, colourful Ethiopian restaurant is distinguished by the warmth of its welcome and food. The menu classic is injera – huge edible…
Lower Austria
This grandmother's parlour of a restaurant plates up a lunch menu for €7.50 and often uses organic beef from the Waldviertel. Specialises in classics…
Tyrol
On a sunny evening, it seems as though the whole of Kitzbühel congregates on the street-facing terrace of Centro to chat and people-watch over Italian…
Hohe Tauern National Park
This high-ceilinged, softly lit, wine-bottle-lined pizzeria at Hotel Eden Rock is more stylish than most. The pizzas are the big deal here, and they marry…
Hohe Tauern National Park
This wood-shingled farmhouse is a cracking choice for a bite to eat. You’ll need to do the legwork – it's a two-hour hike from Krimml via the Krimmler…
Burgenland
Duck into this microbrewery and restaurant for some of the best-value eating in town. Culinary classics such as schnitzel and goulash are complemented by…
The Zillertal
Set in high pastures, this woodsy 400-year-old chalet is the kind of place where you pray for a snow blizzard, so you can huddle around the fire and tuck…
Burgenland
With its slick interior, dreamily tranquil garden, Austro-Italian menu and location in a rapidly modernising part of town, this is a good choice for a…
Tyrol
Lois works his wok in the show kitchen of this bistro, with an understated chic decor of wood floors and caramel-hued banquettes. Clean, bright flavours…
Tyrol
A jolly-faced, ski-toting Buddha reels the hungry crowds into this Asian number by the train station. Dishes such as som tam (Thai papaya salad) and…
St Gilgen
Situated on the water’s edge, this popular seafood restaurant does everything from inexpensive noodle dishes, curries and burgers to lake fish fried with…
Vienna
If you're in the mood for some North Indian spice, cheerful Guru is bang on the money. Go for the authentically spiced, reasonably priced thalis (mixed…
Krems an der Donau
Proving that locally sourced doesn't have to mean pricey, this bistro that spills out onto pedestrianised Obere Landstrasse is full from start to finish…
Upper Austria
Inside a modern, glass-roofed arcade, Oscar's specialises in aged organic steaks from Austrian beef and flame-grilled gourmet burgers cooked in its…
Vorarlberg
Snag a table on the lakefront terrace at this mock half-timbered villa, dishing up local specialities such as buttery Bodensee whitefish and venison…
Vienna
Deliciously thin, crisp Flammkuchen (tarte flambée), prepared with organic ingredients and a pinch of love, is the big draw at this slickly modern, dark…
Zell am See
The large and crisp pizzas here tend to be a better choice than the pasta at this upbeat Italian place in the pedestrian-only centre. Choose to eat in…
Prater & East of the Danube
Vegan ice cream has become quite a thing in Vienna, and Veganista was there from the start. Here the 100% natural ice cream and sorbet is whipped up from…
Innsbruck
Chef Thierry Aragona brings a dash of the French Mediterranean to Innsbruck at the aptly named Bistro Gourmand. Lemon walls and dark-wood panelling set…
Carinthia
Gather around a horseshoe-shaped bar at this vaulted brewpub, whose draught Gösser Brau beers go well with the limited menu of traditional favourites. In…
Linz
Promenadenhof enjoys a loyal following for spot-on Austrian fare such as Tafelspitz (prime boiled beef) and Styrian-style chicken salad, complemented by…
The Danube Valley
This lovely, old, forest dining room serves up a selection of platters, a hot lunch dish and homemade cakes and pastries. Sit out in the garden with a…
Salzburg
This chilled cafe by the river has attracted a loyal local following. Mellow music, low seating and fresh flowers give the place a homely feel. Stop by…
Burgenland
With the door stickers to prove its foody Kredenzials, this courtyard bistro-style eatery serves a brief menu of internationally flavoured dishes but it…
Tyrol
Placing the emphasis on organic, wholesome ingredients, contemporary cafe Pano makes a relaxed postski or -hike pit stop for filling sandwiches, soup with…
Salzburg
‘Healthy heart, lovely soul’ is the mantra of this all-organic, all-vegetarian haunt. Service is slow but friendly. It’s worth the wait, too, for the good…
Vienna
Saigon was the first Vietnamese restaurant in Vienna and it remains one of the best, with a large selection of rice and noodle dishes, including a…
Salzburg
With local artworks on the wall, a backlit bar and jazz, soul and blues playing, this is a highly atmospheric spot for Med-style fish dishes – including…
Schloss Belvedere to the Canal
This branch of Vienna’s famous open-sandwich shop in the Rochusmarkt is one of many stands where you can buy to eat in or takeaway. The quality and prices…
The Zillertal
This family-run butchery is famed for its unique Schlegeis-Speck ham, cured in a hut at 1800m for three months to achieve its aroma. There are a handful…
The Danube Valley
This traditional and understated restaurant is in the hotel of the same name on Melk's main drag. Tafelspitz (prime boiled beef), Wiener schnitzel, local…
Zell am See
This cracking deli-cafe is a fine place to stock up on regional products – sample some on the terrace while you're at it. Besides wholesome breakfasts, it…
Hohe Tauern National Park
Wagon wheels, a stuffed buffalo head and cow-print benches give this barn-style restaurant and bar a mock American Wild West look. Finger-lickin’ snacks…
Hohe Tauern National Park
Betty's has an easygoing boho feel, with mosaic tiles gracing white walls and a cute pavement terrace for drinks and nibbles. Come for the great coffee,…
Schloss Belvedere to the Canal
Fresh, healthy food takes centre stage at the modern, buzzy Hidden Kitchen Park. The emphasis is on top-quality produce in creative salads such as lemon…
Tyrol
This is a perennially popular choice with a stylish vaulted interior and a big chestnut tree–shaded terrace. The worldly menu skips from pasta and tarte…
