These 11 brand-new restaurants and bars will take your Viennese winter to a whole new level

Missing the Mediterranean vibe during this cold and gray Vienna winter season? Well, we can definitely relate, which is why we suggest you take a much needed break at Rahlgasse. Enjoy new creative vegetarian combinations with a Mediterranean/Oriental touch, along with 50 different wine options ranging from Austrian classics to modern and organic choices. Of course, there are also some interesting seafood and meaty options.

Rumor is, you won’t just stay for the elegant yet casual interior, but also the staff has really good taste in music and will satisfy your hearing senses with their personal playlist. Our mischievous side wants to request Backstreet Boys just to see if they’ll do it.

So go for that romantic dinner. Or go for a solo dinner, meet someone there and get romantic. Just an idea…

This new addition to the Vienna scene promises instinctive and honest cooking based on what the region and season has to offer. Sounds good to you? A restaurant that cares about the ‘Collection Of Products’ and where they come from. A mission to embrace the natural taste without over-seasoning and to use cooking styles you didn’t even know existed.

Whether it’s your thing or not, this will definitely be an absolutely unique food experience. For example, you’ll eat vegetables prepared in ways you’ve never even heard of. This Biberstraße joint doesn’t only offer an authentic and charming atmosphere, but has really understood the concept of amazing sustainable taste.

What’s the combination of land and sea elements in food called in professional ‘cuisine language’? Any clue? No? It’s called ‘Surf & Turf’.

In case you just learned something new – you’re welcome! And in case you’re hungry and curious now, we suggest you go check out M1NE at Naschmarkt, which is definitely your turf (& surf) if you like a combo restaurant and bar. Their own signature drinks such as ‘Limoncello piccante’ and gin refined with Earl Grey tea will take you on a good surf (& turf) for sure. But seriously, this is your place if you’re looking for an afterwork bite and/or drink.

Burning Oak logs, 107 degrees and 16 hours of smoking… That’s the recipe for great meat and vegetables à la Dallas (Texas) style. (Anyone else salivating yet?) Along with that, you can choose from five beer options straight from the barrel or take a meander in a (yes, you’re reading this correctly) walk-in-refrigerator to select the wine of your dreams. If this sounds cool to you, then maybe it’s time you take a seat in one of the modern leather chairs at the spacious Oak107 venue at Mariahilferstraße and enjoy some brisket, pulled lamb, burgers, Texas BBQ (also vegetarian) or just some Mac & Cheese.

In case you’re missing some romance in your life right now, we might have a solution for you. Because you just might fall in love with this burger place right in the heart of Vienna. (Don’t say we didn’t warn you.) Everyone is welcome no matter if you’re a meat lover, veggie, vegan or extra-fancy – you will find something for sure and the cute wooden interior design will have you feeling super comfy and wanting to hang. Rumor is that their homemade lemonades, sweet potato fries and mayonnaise will take you to another dimension (of love).

Feeling like a quick snack and coffee to go, or rather a relaxed meal? Both are possible at ‘Pure am Praterstern’. This new super hip, vegetarian and vegan restaurant is definitely an upgrading feature for the area and worth your visit. Take a seat on the stylish designer furniture in the conservatory, in front of the open kitchen or in summer even outside under the cooling shade of trees. Lean back and just for a moment enjoy the atmosphere of a seemingly calm oasis right in the middle of the busy city.

This is a good one if you’re strolling around Vienna and suddenly your hangry inner voice starts saying hi. You know that something needs to be done quickly before your inner voice turns into your outer voice. It didn’t end well the last time this happened.  .Well lucky you because ‘Tatarie Marie’ at Freisingergasse can help you with that. Their broad Tatar variations including high quality meat, delicate organic-fish or even plant based will definitely solve your tiny problem. Not to forget their biggest mission: Making good choices in terms of responsibility and sustainability. So yeah, only the rawest and best for you there. Oh, and we heard it almost feels like you’re sitting in a small art gallery. Yes, please!

A bakery at Bäckerstraße in Vienna? Yes, you definitely are in the right place.  Not only can you watch the bakers prepare their masterpieces but also enjoy the artwork…hold on, we meant pâtisserie of course. But yeah, supposedly you cannot tell whether you’re eating art or baked goods, and apparently you also immediately feel their French love coming your way when entering through the doors.

Sandwiches and burgers made for you to enjoy. A seasonal menu, self baked buns (and who doesn’t love self baked buns) and no palm oil usage in this place. This could be THE next great taste experience you’ve been looking for – especially if you haven’t had a really good sandwich in a while. Supposedly their secret weapon is their fries’ seasoning along with a great beer selection. The corner restaurant at Pramergasse is waiting for you.

You can choose between a nice hidden patio or the inside, which will make you feel like you are sitting in a super cool living room. Now close your eyes and imagine yourself sipping a crafty cocktail and enjoying some Viennese inspired cuisine. Ooops. You dribbled a little bit of cocktail on your shirt. This always happens when you drink with your eyes closed. But, in spite of the dribble (or maybe even because of it) this is just your type of evening. So get on out there and we’ll even meet you there.

Dolce Vita right in Vienna! You think that’s impossible, but we are here to tell you that it isn’t. This Pizza place will take you straight back to your last Italian vacation, when you were chewing on that freshly baked piece of Neapolitan pizza. Is your mouth watering yet? That’s ok! Your Pizza cravings can definitely be satisfied at this new cozy winter edition of ‘Pizzeria il Mercato’ at Ennsgasse.

Oh, and also they have seasonal pizza specials such as a pumpkin cream or truffle pizza and don’t forget dessert: Pizza Nutella – you won’t be disappointed.