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    Wiener Rathauskeller

    3.7 (19 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM

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    Quiet
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Jim E.

    After visiting the Christmas Market, we had lunch at the Ratskeller. Descending the carpet covered marble stairwell, reveals another world. Though the restaurant has a lot of tour groups, the wait staff easily accommodated our request for just a table for two. The menu given was all in German; but, upon request, an English menu was provided. The "fried chicken" was excellent with a light batter; the Viennese roast was traditional, but is an acquired taste and probably not for a tourist who expects plain food or still has jet lag with stomach issues. All and all, a pleasant meal, in a warm location with immaculate WCs. We would return again for the fried chicken.

    Moe R.

    This was a great experience. The Rathauskeller (why isn't it a Rathskeller? Mystery.) was difficult to find and a little pricier than the usually tourist's places, but worth the trouble. Elegant, classy. I confess we were underdressed but the staff acted as if we were in tie and tails. In fact, the staff was impeccable. The waiter was very Italian and the perfect picture of hospitality. And very funny. The food was as elegant as the decor and impeccably prepared. I started with a beef soup that was thick and delicious. Then I had the Zwiebel Rostbraten, a roast beef with fried onions and roast potatoes. It was as you might expect from an old world kitchen, roasted perfectly. We finished with an assortment of desserts that were as tasty as they were gorgeous. When you are in Vienna, skip the tourist restaurants and visit the old-school Rathuaskeller and pretend you are royalty.

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    Immanuel F.

    The Wiener Rathauskeller is the famous Vienna City Hall restaurant known for being located in the basement of the Vienna City Hall right below the official city hall meeting rooms. In this medieval ambience right in Vienna's city center you easily feel like a knight or a dame. By the way in the summertime on the square above (Rathausplatz) there is a huge Vienna Film Festival taking place every night and day over two months. Back to the Wiener Rathauskeller...I enjoyed a great vegetarian meal of Feta balls on lamb's lettuce, vegetables and fruits. The prices are in the upper segment but you get much ambience for your money in this medieval gothic environment of the Vienna City Hall. With Love! Dr. Dr. Immanuel Fruhmann

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    Does not operate on Sunday and Holidays! Unique place in the base of Vienna city hall! Give it a try!

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    Figlmüller - Best dessert ever

    Figlmüller

    4.0(201 reviews)
    1.3 kmInnere Stadt
    €€€

    My friend and I had dinner at Figlmüller Bäckerstraße (there are two locations). It's one of…read moreseveral restaurants under the Figlmüller restaurant group, which began in 1905 when Johann Figlmüller opened the first location - a small wine tavern right behind St. Stephen's Cathedral. It's still family-owned by the fourth generation of the Figlmüller family. We had a reservation, which I highly recommend. When we arrived, there was quite a long line outside the building, but we were able to walk right in to get seated at our reserved table. Figlmüller Bäckerstraße may be the offshoot of the original, but it still has tons of historic character. It's traditional and cozy and warm. The service was great, too - it made for a very comfortable spot. My friend and I shared: Figlmüller-Schnitzel, creamy veal goulash with spätzle, and carrot salad. We might have had a couple of glasses of wine, too. The food was all great - Viennese classics and delicious. Overall, I thought Figlmüller lived up to the hype. If you're looking for a classic spot for Viennese schnitzel, consider Figlmüller Bäckerstraße.

    Figlmüller in Vienna totally lived up to the hype! The pork schnitzel was huge, tender, and…read moredelicious, bigger than the plate! The berry sauce paired perfectly with it. The place was spotless, including the bathrooms, and the staff were super friendly. What made it truly unforgettable was not just the food but also meeting new friends from Malaysia and Taiwan while waiting in line. They had a reservation (we didn't!) and invited us to join them. Strangers from opposite sides of the world sharing an amazing Viennese meal, stories, and laughs. Proof that good food really does bring people together.

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    Figlmüller - Storefront | July 2023

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    Storefront | July 2023

    Plachutta Wollzeile - The noodle with soup

    Plachutta Wollzeile

    4.0(271 reviews)
    1.6 kmInnere Stadt
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    I stayed at a nearby hotel and when I told the concierge I went here for schnitzel. He stated that,…read moreas a local, this wouldn't be his first preference and seemed to respectfully imply that I had expensive taste (but did say it was a good spot). I should've responded, "I'm a tourist, so yes, I do have expensive taste." (not quoting some Icelandic-Chinese singer or anything, of course) While I know that their Tafelspitz is their signature, I wanted some schnitzel. However, I ordered a bowl of the broth the beef was cooked in, which also comes with root vegetables. Surprisingly (or not), this was the best part of the dinner. The broth's depth of flavor is apparent and it's so savory. The broth is also clean and clear. This was definitely one of the best broths I've had and this alone puts the restaurant at a 5. I went for the schnitzel and got suckered into getting the potato salad. The salad was fine; a little tangy, with the potatoes keeping their definition. However, it's nothing amazing. The schnitzel is super-thin and breading is nicely browned. The veal is rather tender, but you need the lemon to "wake-up" the schnitzel. The bread basket was a bit diverse and the selections were fine. I thought the wheat roll was the best of the choices. The apricot juice was really thick, so it definitely appeared to be legit juice. My server was pretty friendly for Vienna and actually did a little bit a conversation. The decor is classy but not stuffy. Plenty of folks came in with smart casual but also some were more dressed up.

    *******READ FINE PRINT ON MENU*********…read more I have issues with this place. My review will not change the trajectory of how this place operates. However, it is unlike any place in the world I have ever visited. We were seated at a table that was meant for 6 people and got taken down to two people as there was another couple sitting there. The place for lunch was absolutely slammed, so it is obviously a popular spot. Without asking, they drop bread off at the table. With a place of this atmosphere it was expected, as this is what I would expect out of a finer food establishment. The schnitzel was very light and had plenty of flavor. No other sides came with the schnitzel so I had the potato salad which was good, but different. The beef stroganoff did have an immense amount of flavor. They lacked the very small amount of noodles that are given with this dish. The fastest uninterrupted service we got was when I waited and finally asked for the check. They were quick to give me a dessert/after food drink menu. They were quick to be on top of me to see if I wanted anything. I declined and paid the bill. What I will tell you is, that is completely OUTRAGEOUS is the charge listed as 2 - Gedeck. A quick review told me that it is a "Cover Charge" at a euro rate of 4.90 per person. A further Google review told me that it is also because they placed bread on the table (I do not know what is factual). Regardless of whatever the charge is or whatever they want to call it, I have never ever ever paid a "Cover Charge/Gedek" charge to occupy a restaurant. If this was a late night spot that I decided to pop bottles at or had "dancers" at the business, I could get there, but for a sit down lunch, what a complete utter rip off. This in itself would cause me never to return to this establishment. Make sure if you eat here, that you read the fine print or look at my pictures. They have very small print that notifies the consumer of them charging cover charge as well as what they charge for sharing of some dishes. All I can say is be mindful and do not be taken back like we were when the bill comes.

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    Plachutta Wollzeile - Collagen from the combo beef

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    Bread and butter

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