Königswieser Hof

This is the second restaurant run by the Lukas family, and here, too, the cooking can be described as ambitious. The modern, seasonal cuisine has a regional bent and also draws on international influences – for instance, "tuna mango, miso, lime" or "braised veal cheeks chanterelles, creamed potato, Barolo red wine". As for the division of labour, owner Erich Lukas and his son Philipp work their magic in the kitchen, while maître d' Helga and her dedicated front-of-house team provide cordial service. Finally, there is the gorgeous location on a leafy estate at the edge of a forest overlooking L

You could easily miss the entrance leading into this small restaurant housed in the Salzamt, with its beautiful, brightly lit vaulted ceiling and sophisticated ambience. Michael A Müller – a highly accomplished trained chef and restaurateur – has dedicated many years to this establishment. The owner enjoys interacting with guests and recommending the perfect wine from his extensive cellar of over 1 200 labels and 50 000 bottles. And he has found a congenial right-hand man in chef Andreas Zika. Diners choose from three surprise menus: the shorter "Theater Menu", the "Bistro Menu" and the "Gourm

Modern, concise and pared-back – the description of the stylish restaurant design could also be applied to the set menu devised by the chef-patron pair Marco Barth and Sebastian Rossbach. When it comes to the ingredients, the focus is on all that the region has to offer, with a particular insistence on organic produce; the saltwater fish they serve is caught in the wild. Their thoughtful creations yield interesting subtle contrasts – for instance, their maple syrup-glazed shiitake mushrooms served on beautifully seasoned braised leeks, and lent a refreshing fruitiness by an apple brunoise. The

Here in the natural surroundings of the Waldviertel region, you can enjoy not only the beautiful view of the surrounding area but also the ambitious cuisine of Michael Kolm and his team. The dishes are rooted in the region but with a cosmopolitan edge, as demonstrated by creations such as veal fillet, ravioli, wild broccoli, and hamachi, rutabaga, avocado. You can choose between the set menus – "Bärentrail Menu" and vegetarian "Animal-Friendly Menu" – and à la carte options. The service team is pleasant, cordial and competent – the first appetisers are plated in the restaurant itself. The brig

Manuel Grabner and Claudia Stiglitz describe their concept as a "culinary balancing act between a country inn and a fine dining restaurant". This holds true for the decor (a blend of traditional and modern), but especially for the cuisine. From an appealing array of dishes, you can compile your own set menu as you please – with starter and main course portions available, you are free to choose the sequence yourself. There are also classics such as Wiener schnitzel. The well-curated wine list displays a certain inclination towards Austrian picks but also includes international wines.

A centuries-old wine farm has been transformed into the beautiful Holzapfel winery estate, featuring a small boutique hotel, an inviting restaurant and a gorgeous terrace set within an arcaded courtyard. The kitchen team serves up dishes with a strong regional character that are distinguished by excellent craftsmanship and flavour. Opt for the set menu or order à la carte. The estate's own wines are available to pair with your meal. The front-of-house team is friendly, attentive and always on hand.

This lovingly maintained 1912 estate has been in the same family for four generations. The restaurant is divided into two parts: a traditional dining room with a sense of history, and a bright, modern annexe with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lovely garden and its splendid terrace. The kitchen team rustles up fabulous Austrian dishes such as the classic pike dumplings or minced veal butter schnitzel, not to mention the delicious plum dumplings. The Jamek name is also renowned for exceptional Rieslings and Grüner Veltliners.