Restaurants in Salzburg

Restaurant Brunnauer

Cuisine: International

Salzburg’s most distinguished inhabitants and visitors gather at this stylish restaurant hidden away in a corner of the Old Town. The former "Brunnauer im Magazin" was newly opened as "Restaurant Brunnauer" in spring 2017. Its Michelin-starred food comes courtesy of Richard Brunnauer, while his wife Sybille provides the immaculate hosting. Try the beef tartar or leek ragout, accompanied by some of the finest regional wines, all in a modern setting.

Address: , Fürstenallee 5, Salzburg, 5020
Telephone: +43 662 25 10 10.
Website: http://www.restaurant-brunnauer.at

Restaurant Goldener Hirsch

Cuisine: Austrian

The city's most coveted tables are found in the main restaurant of the Goldener Hirsch Hotel. Many a star on the classical music scene has dined here during the Salzburg Festival. Like the hotel itself, the restaurant is a treasure, and the food (mainly traditional Austrian) is absolutely superb.

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Telephone: +43 662 808 4861.
Website: http://www.goldenerhirsch.com

Steinterrasse

Cuisine: International

Overlooking the river from one of Salzburg's tallest buildings, Steinterrasse offers the chance to dine in the stratosphere. Atop Hotel Stein, its incredible views are matched only by its food. The signature beef fillet is exquisitely cooked, served with potato dauphinoise, while there is fantastic collection of wines and cocktails too.

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Telephone: +43 662 346 700.
Website: http://www.steinterrasse.at

K+K Restaurant Am Waagplatz

Cuisine: Austrian

K+K has been going since at least 1181 and maintains much of its centuries-old architecture despite a refurbishment in the 1970s. Ask for a table upstairs, overlooking the square, and settle into a cabin-like dining room. There are some delightful oddities on the menu such as goose breast and hare with cranberry sauce, alongside more traditional favourites.

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Telephone: +43 662 842 156.
Website: http://www.kkrestaurants.com

Stiftkeller St Peter

Cuisine: Austrian

Stiftkeller St Peter is Europe's oldest restaurant, dating back to 803. Salzburg's location meant that many pilgrims would use the city to rest. As a result, the restaurant was originally run by monks. Today it serves fine dining in cosy, candlelit dining rooms. Don't miss the chestnut wine soup and Austrian goulash.

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Telephone: +43 662 841 2680.
Website: http://www.stpeter-stiftskeller.at

m32

Cuisine: International

With views of the Old Town and fortress, m32 prides itself on combining traditional dining with modern flair. The menu marries Austrian cuisine with international influences in an elegant, super-contemporary setting befitting its position adjacent to the Museum of Modern Art. In summer, the large terrace is the ideal place to sit.

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Telephone: +43 662 841 000.
Website: http://www.m32.at

Republic Cafe

Cuisine: International

On the edge of Salzburg's Old Town is this small bar/restaurant that has a diverse and vast menu at more than reasonable prices. Choose from salads and soups, pasta and Chinese stir-fries, fish and game. The fine assortment of food is accompanied by plenty of beer. Republic converts into a club from late evening onwards.

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Telephone: +43 662 841 613.
Website: http://www.republiccafe.at

Sternbräu

Cuisine: Austrian/Italian

This lovely microbrewery features plenty of traditional Austrian dishes on the menu, plus an attached Italian trattoria, large garden and self-service bar for those in a hurry. Turn up for dinner and you'll be treated to a Sound of Music show (extra charge). It's located in a Salzburg courtyard between Griesgasse and Getreidegasse.

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Telephone: +43 662 842 140
Website: http://www.sternbraeu.com

Wilder Mann

Cuisine: Austrian

For the ultimate in traditional Austrian dining, don't miss Wilder Mann. The staff are dressed in typical alpine clothing and serve heart-warming staples such as goulash, schnitzel, dumplings and plenty of roasted meat. The outdoor tables are best, balancing on cobblestones just off the main shopping street, but be careful not to spill your requisite glass of local beer.

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Telephone: +43 662 841 787.
Website: http://www.wildermann.co.at