Charming restaurant right on the riverbank. We had dinner inside since it was raining, though…read morethere are a lot more table outside for nice weather. The inside was tastefully decorated with white tablecloths and candles, though we did not feel too underdressed in jeans. Waiter was very nice and tried very hard to speak English. We ordered beef sous vide and some kind of river or lake fish with creamy tarragon sauce and asparagus. Both were divine. Desserts were a bit odd, hot cheese dumplings with cold plum sauce and a poppyseed cake with strawberry sauce (again cold). Very different and interesting for our American tastes. At any rate, one of the best meals we've had in Austria.

On the Danube. In Spitz. Right in the heart of the Wachau area. Where millions of years ago, my…read morefamily owned vineyards. The Wachau is a lovely area. Produces unique hill wines. And Apricot everything. The liquor is to die for. My fav will always be the home made variety sold on the side of the road. The Strandcafe is a great spot. Excellent food. Excellent service. Spectacular setting.

Great ambiance. Great service. Best meal we had in Spitz! Definitely recommend if driving through…read moreor staying in the area.

From the owner: Willkommen im Goldenen Schiff, dem Gasthof in Spitz an der Donau. Bei uns genießen Sie Ihren Urlaub…read moreinmitten der Wachau, zwischen dem Donauufer und Weinbergen, unzähligen Ausflugszielen und kulinarischen Hochgenüssen. Zu unseren traditionellen und internationalen Speisen, die wir vorwiegend mit Produkten aus der Region zubereiten servieren wir Ihnen gerne erlesene Weine aus der Wachau - damit wird Ihr Urlaub an der Donau zum unvergesslichen Erlebnis.

The food was delicious - we got the chicken salad and roast beef with potatoes. The tavern fit…read moreright in to the medieval castle atmosphere - complete with stone walls and trophy antler decorations - and made a perfect ending to our castle tour. Highly recommended after a visit to the ruins.