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    Glacis Beisl

    4.1 (155 reviews)
    ModerateAustrian
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Parfait
    Boris M.

    Glacis Beisl is a bit tricky to find--I'd recommend using Google Maps to navigate. Once you arrive, you'll descend steps into a charming patio area, reminiscent of a traditional Viennese Heuriger. Although I've visited several times over the years, I've always opted to dine inside, where the ambiance is warm and inviting. One unique feature for Vienna is that they usually have a host to greet you, which is uncommon for many local restaurants. That said, the place can get quite busy, so it's best to call ahead and make reservations, especially for dinner. During dinner, they typically charge a place cover, which includes a tablecloth, cloth napkin, bread, and Liptauer (a paprika spread), a small but thoughtful touch. Their menu features Viennese classics like Schnitzel, Tafelspitz (slow boiled beef), and Goulash, along with a selection of rotating seasonal dishes--like white asparagus in spring and game meat in the fall. During our visit, we ordered the Tafelspitz, which came with chive sauce, apple horseradish, and Rösti (potato pancakes). We also had the Paprikahendl (chicken paprikash). The Tafelspitz was soft and flavorful, a true Viennese classic done right. Unfortunately, the Paprikahendl was disappointing--overcooked and dry, likely reheated, which was a bit of a letdown. Their soups are a real highlight, especially the bouillon, which was rich and perfectly seasoned. However, the desserts stole the show. We indulged in the Topfenknoedel (sweet cheese dumplings) with fresh jam and cream, as well as a Parfait. Both were outstanding--the Topfenknoedel were light and delicious, while the Parfait had a perfect consistency and was absolutely decadent. We paired our desserts with some local dry champagne, which was pleasant and complemented the meal nicely. Service, unfortunately, can be hit or miss. This time, we were on the unlucky side, as we weren't checked on regularly, which slightly dampened the overall experience. Despite the inconsistencies, Glacis Beisl remains a solid spot for traditional Viennese cuisine with a touch of modernity. Just make sure to call ahead and hope for a good service day!

    Raddish carpaccio
    Gary Y.

    You don't need to reserve a spot if you just show up when they open. Food was just okay for me - the radish carpaccio was the highlight from the meal. I wasn't a fan of the goulash (a tad bit on the salty side and had to be eaten with the dumplings + bread). The stuffed dumplings with sauerkraut was better but tasted somewhat bland, which worked out with the goulash as a combo. Skip the homemade lemonade as it turned out to be lightly flavored water.

    Phi N.

    12/12/22 Figured if we were to try the wiener schnitzel anywhere, this would be a good place to try it. Pretty bland and dry for my liking, I ended up using the gravy sauce from the roasted duck dish and it was better. The duck was okay, but wasn't the most tender. The dumplings were so-so.

    Amazing lunch on the beautiful patio...food , service and ambience...all 5* Thank you for the recommendation Gerhard!

    Shereen C.

    We enjoyed dinner in the garden at Glacis Beisl. The garden is full of plants & quite pretty and intimate, tucked away behind the Museumsquartier. Food was solid, nothing exceptional -- about 3 stars in general. I tried Smoked bacon, which was a cold starter: sliced pieces of smoked bacon, served with pickle and grated horseradish. It was fine. Chanterelle Mushrooms in cream sauce with bread dumplings were fine and pretty much exactly as I'd expect, nothing wrong and nothing exceptional. Dumplings were soft. I ordered berry juice from the menu, but without comment or warning, I received it gespritzt (watered down with soda, in a huge glass). Service was mixed and not always helpful. It was getting very cold that night, so I asked my server for a blanket after noticing that diners at other tables had blankets. Our server gave an ambivalent response along the lines of "I'll check, I'm not sure where all the blankets are". After waiting a while in the cold and not hearing back from our server, I asked the host for blankets; he helpfully brought me a blanket a couple minutes later. I don't think the server ever bothered to check on the blankets as promised.

    Premium beef

    Came for the roast duck but it wasn't on the menu this time Sunday night + no reservation = coupling table. Server was excellent though. Food was ok but can't compare with other restaurants since it was our first meal in Vienna. Much lighter flavor than US counterpart and less variety.

    Boiled prime rib
    Cindy C.

    Glacis Beisl serves very authentic Austrian food. The outdoor patio was really nice for dinner as the evening we went, the weather was perfect. They have English menu so ordering was straight forward. Service was excellent but the prices were higher than most other places we looked at. We had the Wiener schnitzel as it was recommended by our waiter. It was little bland in my humble opinion even with the cranberry sauce it was served with. The salad came with some diced up beets and boiled potatoes but again little on the bland side. The boiled prime rib was very tender and good cut of meat but it came in a pool of broth and was more like soup than a cut of meat. I'm sure it's exactly how they are supposed to be but for the price we paid, we expected little more flavor. Overall, 5 stars for atmosphere and service, but food was lacking.

    This restaurant is a very pretty place. Looks like you're eating in a forest Ordered the beef broth and the bread basket for starter. For dinner my husband and I both ordered the Wiener schnitzel. It's definitely worth trying. Eat early, inside, or make reservations on weekends. They get busy.

    Good beer
    Simon W.

    Busy, buzzing neighbourhood beisl, tucked ( literally) into a little gap between flats and the Museum Quartier. Food is standard , hearty Austrian fare- even the goats cheese salad I had as a starter could best be described as "hefty". Pierogi ( as a main dish) could double as sandbags. Gets very busy at weekends- also worth knowing it is often open on public holidays when other local establishments may be shut.

    Dumpling with Crackling Pork
    Jen H.

    We went out of our way to find this restaurant, and we were very happy we did. It is hidden away from the touristy area, near Museumsquartier. Ordered: 1) Smoky bacon with horseradish shavings: 2/5 eh, I would pass on this 2) Dumpling with Crackling Pork: 4/5 omg...this was soo good! My first time eating something like this! 3) Beef Goulash: 3/5 eh, this was okay even though the beef was so soft and tender House bread is included (need to ask), but we were charged for butter when I asked for some to go with my bread...I thought that was strange...

    Outside
    Christina L.

    This is a good place to come to get traditional Austrian food - they have large, generous portions and the food is quite good. If you want to come here for dinner, make a reservation ahead of time - we tried to come on a Thursday evening and they were all booked up for the evening. We were able to come back the next day for lunch and get a table, but it was pretty crowded and busy. They have a lovely outdoor garden and eating/drinking area which I'm sure is fantastic in the summer. We ended up sharing 2 appetizers and 1 main dish, and we were stuffed - we could have probably done just fine with one appetizer and one main dish, as the appetizers were quite large. Smoked Trout Mousse - I really liked this appetizer and would definitely get it again. There was a good amount of trout mousse (2 balls, each maybe the size of a racquetball), and it came with some lettuce. You can eat this with the complimentary bread they bring for the table, which goes quite well. I'd recommend this and would definitely get this again. Beef Soup with Vegetables & Dumplings (€ 3,80) - This was inexpensive, a large bowl topped with dumplings. The soup was a beef broth and was flavorful but not too salty, and it was perfect for a cold day. Everyone seemed to be getting the pumpkin cream soup around me, so that must be a popular soup. Schnitzel with side salad (€ 19,20) - We ordered schnitzel because you can't come to Vienna and not get schnitzel at least once. The veal was very thin and it had a lot of breading (as most schnitzel has) - it was good and huge (2 people can probably share this). I liked the salad that came with this - it had potatoes, beets, and lettuce on top with a mustardy sauce. Overall, large portions - authentic food and crowd (it seemed like there were a lot of locals here), and reasonable prices. I would give this 4.5 stars if you're looking for traditional Austrian food. There aren't a ton of healthy or vegetarian options on the menu, and I wouldn't come back here every week or every month if I lived in Vienna since they don't seem to change the menu too often. If you're visiting Vienna, this is a good pick for lunch if you want to walk-in, or for dinner if you can make a reservation ahead of time. The most popular dishes it looked like everyone was ordering was the pumpkin cream soup, the dumplings over cabbage, the trout with potatoes, and the schnitzel.

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    Service is terrible food is ok yet overcooked. I have had better in Concord CA. And way cheaper too.

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    Right next to the Museum Quarter, along the back of the Modern Museum, it has a lovely garden for outdoor dining.

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    Plachuttas Gasthaus zur Oper - Wiener schnitzel.

    Plachuttas Gasthaus zur Oper

    3.9(160 reviews)
    1.0 kmInnere Stadt
    €€€

    PERFECT SCHNITZEL ! Loved it. Very clean and a lot of locals here. We loved it and loved the wine…read moretoo! Fast and efficient service. Highly recommended by a local and they were right. Danke!!!

    We arrived at Plachuttas a little after 1:00PM and it was not crowded at all. At first we wondered…read moreif we should stay. We did. Sat outside as it was a beautiful spring day. Menus and bread serving arrived. $4.80 per person. Oh well. We decided to share and we selected the white asparagus with a tomato and egg relish with a vinaigrette and an Order of Wiener Schnitzel with potato salad and lingonberries. Our food arrived very quick. Both dishes quite good. Not the best we have experienced in Vienna and not the worst. - Wiener Schnitzel: best one of the week. It was thin as it should be and not greasy at all. Wish it had been cooked with a little seasoning. Salt and fresh lemon solved that problem. 4/5 - Potato Salad: excellent. Almost addictive. Loved the fresh mache and pumpkin seed oil on it. 5/5 - Cranberry Sauce: or as I call it lingonberry sauce. Average. Tasted like out of a jar. But good. 4/5 - White Asparagus: served with a tomato herb vinaigrette with chopped egg. Wish the asparagus had been served warm then topped with the vinaigrette. Would made the dish pop. Very good. 4/5 - Atmosphere: Outside was glorious. Area was spacious. 5/5 - Service: waiter was abrupt and would disappear for lengthy times. Must have been really busy inside. 3/5 - Value: somewhat overpriced. Think the mandatory $4.80 bread service per person put it over the top. I expected outstanding bread and got a very small serving of bread and a pad of butter with a couple of tablespoons of a herb mixture.

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    Cafe Drechsler - Eggs Benedict

    Cafe Drechsler

    4.1(59 reviews)
    0.7 kmMariahilf
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    I wasn't expecting this little café across the street from the Naschmarkt to be SLAMMING but here…read morewe are! We showed up with my mom's little mobility scooter, and the bartender came out and helped me get it inside over the little step. They were very kind about helping us find somewhere to put it that it was out of the way. Atmosphere was lively, and I enjoyed the interior of the restaurant. It was much nicer than it looked from the outside! They had an ever dining area that was a little bit on the trendy side, and the lower dining area and bar was a bit more classy. Our server, Issa, was extremely kind and patient. My mom is not much of an adventurous eater, and she was being quite picky and asking a lot of questions and he never seemed bothered by it. He also listened to her explanation of what she wanted in a coffee and he made her coffee the way she likes. In Vienna, everything is espresso based and my mom just does not care for the taste. She likes something a bit more mild, and Issa delivered. When my eggs Benedict came out I wasn't particularly impressed by the looks of it, but the taste was amazing. The hollandaise sauce was so rich and creamy, and they were a little buttery, crunchy chunks of bread, I guess like croutons, sprinkled over the sauce. Get in my belly! The muffin that the Benedict was on was delicious as well. We both had fresh squeezed orange juice that was also outstanding. 100% make sure you come here for breakfast if you're staying in Vienna! Wonderful food, reasonable prices, great atmosphere and service!

    Vegetarish plate is delicious! Highly recommend. The green omelette was a little burnt but overall…read morelove the vibes. Good brunch spot

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