Salzburg
In the 650-year-old vaults of Arthotel Blaue Gans, this restaurant is a refined setting for creative takes on regional cuisine with a seasonal slant, such…
Must-see restaurants in Austria
Tyrol
High above Sölden, this dream of a mountain hut has ringside views of the Ötztal Alps from its sun terrace – equally lovely whether snowbound in winter or…
Zell am See
Housed in a converted 1930s power station, this stylish postindustrial, brick-walled newcomer to Zell am See's dining scene puts an imaginative spin on…
Linz
Muto is Latin for 'transform', which is what the culinary wizards achieve in the kitchen. Meat- and fish-based menus might include smoked quail with…
Schloss Belvedere to the Canal
All sweetness and light, this white-walled, minimalist-cool cafe has shot to popularity for its excellent breakfasts such as apple-cinnamon-topped waffles…
Tyrol
At the bottom of the slopes, this rustic-chic restaurant keeps the mood delightfully cosy with its all-wood interior. Here the chef puts his own stamp on…
Salzburg & Salzburgerland
As warm, woody and endearingly rustic as they come, this old-school Austrian restaurant on a hillside is at its most enchanting when the flakes fall in…
Vienna
Trześniewski has been serving exquisite open-faced finger-style sandwiches since 1902. Choose from 22 delectable toppings incorporating primarily Austrian…
The Zillertal
Tubular lights, black-and-white blown-up photos and cheek-by-jowl seating create a contemporary feel for authentic antipasti, bruschetti and pasta in this…
Vienna
The inevitable queue makes Eis Greissler easy to spot. Locals flock here – whatever the weather – for ice cream made from organic milk, yoghurt and cream…
Vienna
While the setting beneath a vaulted ceiling is traditional, the cuisine here is cutting edge. Reinventions of Austrian classics include Bergkässe (hard…
Innsbruck
Neatly tucked into the old city walls, this Italian job is run with passion by Peppino and Angelika. It’s a winner, with its refined look (white…
Prater & East of the Danube
Green-leather banquettes, a wall of vinyl, subtle backlighting and a graffiti mural that references street art lining the Danube Canal make Spelunke a…
Salzburg
Sizzling and stirring since 1663, Bärenwirt is Austrian through and through. Go for hearty Bierbraten (beer roast) with dumplings, locally caught trout or…
Salzburg
Gourmet burger joints are all the rage in Austria and this hip restaurant fits the bill nicely, with its burgers made from organic, regional ingredients,…
Salzburg & Salzburgerland
This rambling, rustically timber-beamed farmhouse and beer garden serves meaty snacks and mains like schnitzel, goulash and pork roast. Kids will love the…
Vorarlberg
This hip and ever-so-relaxed cafe and co-working space peps up a stripped-back look with a mishmash of vintage furniture and counter clad in Middle…
Tyrol
Oyster shells mounted on brick walls are a quirky nod to what’s on the menu at this slick, bistro-style restaurant, with banquette seating. The chef takes…
Linz
This enticingly boho bar-restaurant spills out into a tree-shaded courtyard in summer. Come for the chilled vibes and creative Slow Food made with local…
Schloss Belvedere to the Canal
Snuggled away in the courtyard of an old dairy is this cracking cafe-restaurant, with a stripped-back interior and an open kitchen. The owners run the…
Salzburg
It's a fair trek out of town but it might be worth it for the cuts of meat at this relaxed, friendly, contemporary bistro. The attractively presented food…
Salzburg
In a courtyard below Mönchsberg’s sheer rock wall, Magazin shelters a deli, wine store and restaurant. The menus fizz with seasonal flavours – dishes such…
Neusiedler See
Set in an 18th-century town house, and with a shaded courtyard, noted winemaker Peter Schandl serves up a menu that's beyond usual cellar-door fare…
Salzburg
The Green Garden is a breath of fresh air for vegetarians and vegans. Locavore is the word at this bright, modern cottage-style restaurant, pairing dishes…
Prater & East of the Danube
Mraz & Sohn is not only a snappy name, it really is a family-owned-and-run restaurant. The highly esteemed chef de cuisine, Markus Mraz, is the creative…
Vienna
A casino may not seem an obvious choice for dinner, but you won't regret booking here. Meals are served at candlelit, white-linen-draped tables in a red…
Schloss Belvedere to the Canal
Goldegg is a coffee house in the classic Viennese mould, with its green-velvet booths, wood panelling, billiard tables and art nouveau sheen – but with a…
Vorarlberg
A slick combination of deli and bistro, Magma places the accent on top-quality regional ingredients in a minimalist white-walled, art-slung, vaulted space…
Innsbruck
A genuine shot of Italy in the heart of Innsbruck, Die Pizzerei has a stylish bar to prop up with an aperitivo before moving onto the main act: pizza. And…
Innsbruck
On the 7th floor of the Rathaus Galerien, this chic glass-walled restaurant has sweeping views over Innsbruck to the Alps beyond. Backlighting and…
Salzburg & Salzburgerland
If you're seeking freshly roasted Austrian speciality coffees, this wonderfully chilled cafe comes up trumps. The bright, minimalist, vaulted interior has…
Prater & East of the Danube
When you tire of hearty Austrian grub, Mochi is the perfect antidote. This cool, dark-walled, stylishly backlit space, with an open kitchen and terrace…
Salzburg & Salzburgerland
Bang in the heart of the village, Stiege No 1 has a stripped-back, wood-ceilinged interior in modern alpine style. In summer, the pretty lantern-lit…
Prater & East of the Danube
Wine bottles line the walls of this intimate and friendly Vinothek (wine bar). Top-quality wines are matched with a tempting array of antipasti and…
Hallstatt
Balthazar is situated 855m above Hallstatt and has the most spectacular terrace in the region. The menu is Austrian comfort food and the service is…
Krems an der Donau
This stylish student restaurant and bar injects a bit of life into the otherwise very quiet university campus and has become the place in the area to meet…
Styria
Plan and reserve ahead for this small gourmet restaurant deep in the Sausal. The cuisine, expertly prepared by owner and chef Gingi Peez-Petz, very much…
Styria
On a corner just a short walk beyond the centre, this big, modern restaurant serves up a number of set menus and dishes à la carte that span Mediterranean…
Zell am See
Floor-to-ceiling glass, red velvet chairs and rotating exhibitions of modern art define this slinky lounge-restaurant. Local chef and confectioner David…
Johanneskeller im Priesterhaus
Salzburg
Full of cosy nooks and crannies, this brick-vaulted cellar is reached via a steep flight of stairs. The menu is succinct but well thought out, with mains…
