A very accidentaly, but very happy find! In fact, it was not even added yet into Yelp, so I hesitate to share it all with you versus keeping it as my secret little place... along with everyone else that was keeping this place packed when I was there in middle of the week in the evening :)
In the heart of tourist downtown Vienna, where I have yet to be impressed with the culinary scene, as it is surprising less existant than everywhere else in Vienna, this place was not small, but had a cute, cozy small place feel to it; divided in a bar stool drinking area downstairs, a dining area with limited tables upstairs, and another section upstairs of couchie cafe where you can people watch those walking below. I would say the prices are on the middle higher end, you can spend 15 to 20 Euros here for drink and food. Imagine you pay 5 Euros for tea or a wine, and 10 Euros for a cocktail. However, you come for the food and the service. Every single waiter there, and Daniel, who runs the place, were friendly in a humble way, interested to strike a short, friendly conversation and let you smell the different teas they offer, even though they know you are only drinking liquor that night. There is a sense that they care about what they serve, and they care about each of their customers individually. They even let people take their glasses of wine outside for a smoke (was not smokey inside at all).
The other item is their menu. It is quite interesting, including the delicious deer sandwitch I had. They have butternut squash, and quail, pork belly and beef in tabaco sauce, etc. So yes, they stand out with their distinct menu, cute atmosphere (defintely good first date potential in the dining area; make a reservation; there are not so many tables), and great service.
The bathroom is also one of the best in terms of feel and cleanliness I have experienced in Vienna. Yes, I would go there just to wash my hands.
A plus note also is their website. It is very user friendly, in multiple langues, and you get to see the menu in complete.
Only two down points: 1. The sandwich of my friend and I were not made fresh to serve (they had been in the display, and it was around 19:30), and the stools were we were at were very high with a big round pillow seating, which is not the most comfortable for girls in dresses and heels. This is not the situation at the couchie cafe or dining part.
Overall: Worth the great service and culinary experience! However, if I go, and you've taken the last seat, I'm sitting with you!!!!
(you're welcome Andreas) ;) read more