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Set within a converted dairy building, Das Lokal im Hof brings a refined approach to Austrian cuisine into Vienna’s peaceful 1040 district. Chef Sebastian Wandl directs a kitchen that values straightforward technique over heavy embellishment. The menu shifts with the seasons, letting local suppliers dictate the weekly lineup. This steady commitment to quality earned the venue a 12.5 rating from Gault&Millau, which praised the balance between rustic comfort and careful plating.
Daily lunch specials rotate according to market availability, while the dinner menu builds around heartier preparations. Braised kohlrabi often takes center stage, cooked until tender enough to rival standard meat portions. Smoked vegetable fritters and pulled pork dressed with fresh cucumber and coriander appear when seasonally appropriate. The kitchen pairs these Austrian cooking staples with a broad cellar selection meant to lift heavier flavors.
Brick walls and mature greenery frame the outdoor terrace, creating a quiet buffer from nearby traffic. Staff manage the space with a casual efficiency that suits the unpretentious crowd. Diners typically linger over shared plates and extended wine pours during summer months. The layout prioritizes conversation over formality, matching the relaxed pacing of the service crew.
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Hidden in the courtyard of a former dairy. The cured “Funghi Fritti” are unfortunately sold out this time. Instead, the “Ötscherblick Carnitas,” which is Mexican-style pulled pork, makes up for it with cucumber, coriander, and refreshing acidity. Another pork highlight comes from the belly – perfectly fatty – served with crispy potato gratin, asparagus, and bear garlic spinach. The braised kohlrabi, advertised as “tastes like steak,” can’t quite compete – though fairly enough, we were also recommended the baked cauliflower with chili-mustard glaze. Next time! Address Weyringergasse 36, 1040 Vienna, Austria Contact 01 9719141 office@daslokal.at https://www.daslokal.at/ Opening Hours Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 and 17:00–23:30, Sat 17:00–23:30 Team Sebastian Wandl Chef Maximilian von Koban Maître d'
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