Sometimes cultures aren't as different as you might think. During a holiday weekend in Austria my…read morefriend took me here for ny first night in the country. We pull ip to the parking lot around midnight and it's packed. They have guys directing traffic around the parking lot. We circle, park and get in. It is wall to wall people. One thing i do realize is there's no cover. Ky friend said Austrians would never go for that. Cool. There's a coffee and cigarettes vending machine in the main lobby with a coat check. Ok that's different. But the basic principal of people getting their drink on, meeting the opposite sex and listening to loud music is no different to say a bar in Los Gatos in California. Crazy. Apparently the folks who own this own a catering group and a few other food industry businesses. They discovered it was an easy way to make money in nightlife since there's not enough of it in the area and bars like this are born. So so drinks, dated American music, and di, lights somehow come together and create a lively crazy atmosphere. Who knew Dornbirn wanted to party all the time. A good example of supplying a demand for going out.

Fun Group Night Out with Great Beer and Thoughtful Service…read more We visited Bierlokal - Das bierige Esslokal with a large group of about 25 people, and it turned out to be a great choice for a lively evening. Since we were such a big group, the meals were pre-ordered ahead of time -- and the staff handled everything efficiently and with a smile. The beer was excellent -- a solid selection, served cold, and definitely a highlight of the night. The atmosphere was fun and relaxed, perfect for a social evening with friends. Service was impressive given the group size, and a special shoutout goes to the team for helping us celebrate a birthday in the group. They brought out a special dessert with a sparkly candle, which was such a fun and thoughtful touch -- it really made the moment feel festive! The only reason I'm giving 4.5 instead of 5 stars is the food. My chicken dish was just okay -- a bit plain and not particularly memorable. That said, others at the table were happy with their meals, and it didn't take away from the overall experience. All in all, a great spot for group gatherings, with great beer, friendly service, and a fun vibe. Would definitely come back -- and next time, I'll try something else on the menu! 4.5 stars