Tyrol
Raclette, fondue and crispy roast chicken are the stars of the menu at this rustic chalet, going strong since 1760. Snuggle up in an all-wood interior in…
Must-see restaurants in Tyrol & Vorarlberg
Tyrol
An old-world Tyrolean haunt with vaults and pine benches, this tavern favours substantial portions of Austrian classics, such as schnitzel, goulash and…
Tyrol
Excellent tapas, vino and live music reel in the crowds to this buzzy Spanish haunt. You can't book, so be prepared to wait for a table.
Tyrol
With its atmospheric stone vaults and cosy niches, this restaurant within the abbey complex is big on charm. The menu emphasises high-quality regional…
Tyrol
A restaurant with pizza, pasta, steaks, burritos, Thai curry and Austrian classics on the same menu might cause foodies to raise a skeptical eyebrow. Yet…
Innsbruck
Hip, wholesome and nicely chilled, the Breakfast Club does what it says on the tin: all-day breakfast and brunch. And boy are you in for a treat: free…
Vorarlberg
Hailing from Southern Italy, Giovanni helms the kitchen at this slick Italian job. As the name suggests, the big deal is the superb homemade pasta – from…
Innsbruck
A cool curiosity shop of a bistro, with a minimalist, snow-white interior that contrasts strikingly with the old-fashioned kitchen appliances plastered to…
Tyrol
A beautiful 8km uphill hike from St Anton, this mountain hut sits in a tranquil alpine meadow, where you can often spot marmots if you look carefully. It…
Tyrol
A real local's haunt, s'Kitz reels in a lively crowd with its beer garden terrace and laid-back vibe. The food is good honest Austrian home cooking:…
Vorarlberg
Dine on local favourites in the vaulted interior or chestnut-shaded beer garden of this 18th-century baroque Gästehaus. These include pork knuckle with…
Tyrol
A romantic slice of Tyrolean rusticity, this woody restaurant, named after its sawmill, hides in the forest, a 20-minute walk north of town. Or reach it…
The Zillertal
With parlours as warm, woody and old-school rustic as they come, Gasthof Bräu rolls out traditional and hearty Austrian grub along the lines of Graukäse…
Vorarlberg
Schiessen und Geniessen (shoot and enjoy!) is the motto at this half-timbered tavern, where Lederhosen-clad staff bring the likes of humungous schnitzels…
Tyrol
When traditional Austrian food begins to pall, swing over to Lucy Wang for fabulous sushi and sashimi with a pinch of style. You might begin, say, with…
Tyrol
Chipper staff bring sizzling, top-quality steaks, salads, wok dishes and pizza to the table at Auf da Mühle, bang in the centre of Söll. The look is…
Vorarlberg
Opening onto a terrace, this delightfully cosy, wood-panelled tavern does a fine line in traditional grub, from goulash with Spätzle (egg pasta) to pork…
Vorarlberg
This vaulted cafe-restaurant opens onto a buzzy terrace. Breakfasts get you off to a cracking start, with dark bread, fresh juice and local cheeses and…
Tyrol
Overlooking the calm waters of Wildsee, Strandperle is a funky glass-and-granite place. The menu delivers Med-inspired flavours such as rack of milk-fed…
Vorarlberg
For an authentic Italian lunch or picnic goodies, drop by this deli-restaurant.The split-level, open-plan interior is a sociable setting for homemade…
Vorarlberg
This slinky lounge bar–restaurant hybrid has a popular terrace for alfresco dining and imbibing. The menu keeps it fresh, regional and seasonal, with…
Innsbruck
The lemon-fronted Fischerhäusl has stood in this hidden spot between Domplatz and the Hofburg since 1758. On the menu is Tyrolean grub such as…
Vorarlberg
You can expect a warm welcome and swift service at this no-nonsense Italian place on the cusp of the old town. Besides spot-on pizzas (the house special …
Tyrol
It's something of a godsend in pricey Kitzbühel to find a place like this: no fuss, no frills, just good honest grub from cooked breakfasts to healthy…
The Zillertal
This candyfloss-pink villa has a popular terrace when the sun shines. The bakery side of it rolls out great spelt and rye bread, while the cafe rustles up…
Tyrol
Asian art gives a decadent touch to Fux, a steakhouse-restaurant hybrid. The food is top notch, whether you go for succulent charcoal-grilled steaks…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Tyrol
Placing the emphasis on organic, wholesome ingredients, contemporary cafe Pano makes a relaxed postski or -hike pit stop for filling sandwiches, soup with…
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…
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…
Innsbruck
Sidling up to the Hofburg, this grand chandelier-lit cafe is the place to linger over chocolate Sacher Torte with whipped cream (€7.50), salads or lunch…
Innsbruck
Little has changed since this old-world, Viennese-style cafe opened in 1877. Come to lunch on schnitzel or goulash or to browse the daily papers over a…
Vorarlberg
This contemporary cafe attracts arty types and serves snacks from toasties to creative salads. The cultural centre next door regularly hosts exhibitions,…
Innsbruck
Katzung attracts a faithful local following for its laid-back vibe, Goldenes Dachl–facing terrace and homemade cakes and ice cream. Menu favourites…
Innsbruck
Get your noodle fix at this contemporary Thai place centred on an open kitchen. The wok, rice, seafood and curry dishes are well spiced and brilliantly…
