Haus zum Prater

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.

A true institution in the Wachau Valley, this place continues to impress with its charm and, first and foremost, its quality standards. Chef-patron Thomas Dorfer has maintained consistently high standards for many years. His cooking is based on the classics and replete with contrasts and creative touches, including Mediterranean and Asian influences. A prime example of a dish showcasing depth and purity of flavour is the wonderfully succulent roasted guinea fowl breast from Domäne Wachter poultry farm; it is paired with an intensely aromatic glazed nectarine and a creamy salted lemon yogurt th

This building has a long history. Built in 1320, it was originally part of a monastery – Stift St Florian. Today, it is home to a charming and elegant restaurant with a lovely vaulted ceiling. The kitchen serves a modern take on classic cuisine. In addition to two set menus with four to seven courses, there are daily specials. Standout dishes include "Irish rock oyster with a clear Bloody Mary and celery stick", sweetbreads with pimientos, chipotle and lime, and Wiener schnitzel with potato salad. Everything is prepared using select ingredients. To complement the food, there is a fantastic win

The location right by the Danube is reason enough to stop by. The unobstructed view of the water and the greenery all around make the terrace a popular spot. Large windows ensure that diners indoors can enjoy the scenery as well. This family-run restaurant stands out for its honest, traditional cuisine built on regional ingredients, with an emphasis on fresh fish from local farms. Alongside salmon trout, pike-perch, char and more, the menu features specialities such as fried blood sausage slices with potato salad and pumpkin seed oil.

A pleasant atmosphere awaits you in this lovely inn in the middle of the village. The comfortable interior dotted with modern decorative touches feels friendly, and service is attentive. In summer, the pretty garden terrace is delightful. The delicious food is regional and seasonal, with options ranging from classics such as cordon bleu or Backhendl (Viennese breaded fried chicken) to the "Essenz:Menu", a four- to six-course set menu, from which you can also choose à la carte.

This beautiful inn in a 400-year-old wine-growing estate has been run by the Knoll family for over a century. Sepp and Josef – father and son – serve classic Austrian cuisine here, including dishes such as foam soup made with crayfish from the Danube or excellent veal and beef from the region – the creamy veal goulash and Tafelspitz (beef boiled in broth) are a must. And leave some room for the delicious apricot Buchteln (sweet yeast buns) or Topfenknödel (quark dumplings)! To wash it all down, there are wines from Weingut Emmerich Knoll, which is just a stone's throw away. The restaurant inte

This restaurant lies within Walpersdorf Castle, whose origins date back to 1571. The name "Schlossküche" is a nod to the fact that you dine in a historical kitchen… which has its own unique charm. Notable details include the original oven in the middle of the room and the vaulted ceiling with exposed ventilation pipes. The adjoining rooms are also cosy; the terrace with a view onto the manicured green spaces is delightful. As for the food, this is market-fresh fare influenced by regional home-style cooking. Dishes such as "Waldviertel Tafelspitz (boiled pasture-raised beef), creamed spinach, r