Vegan Fine Dining in Austria

If you know me or my blog, you know that I’m a vegan for ethical reasons but I also like to enjoy the finer things in life. What better way to combine the two than to enjoy a vegan fine dining experience? Believe it or not, even Austria has several vegan-friendly fine dining experiences to offer nowadays!
From all-vegetarian fine dining restaurants to more traditional gourmet places, that can whip up a vegan menu upon request, it’s no longer impossible to have a fancy meal that is all plant-based.

I’ve reviewed some of my favorites that I’ve already visited, as well as written to almost 30 restaurants that I haven’t been to yet. Because let’s be real, I do love great food and traveling the country, but it’ll take me a while to get to all of them! But don’t worry, I will keep updating this post every now and then.

To make it easier for you to find out which fine dining restaurants in Austria are the vegan-friendliest, I’ve created a little scale from one to five. I’ve also included all the awards and recognitions they’re gotten. Most of the restaurants listed are among the 100 best in the country!

So whether you’re traveling to Austria or live here and want to expand your culinary horizon, I hope you enjoy this guide of Vegan Fine Dining Restaurants in Austria!

If you enjoy this sort of guide, definitely also check out my One Perfect Vegan Day in Salzburg, One Perfect Vegan Day in Vienna, and One Perfect Vegan Day in Graz.

The Vegan-Friendliness Scale

Tried and Tested Vegan Fine Dining in Austria

Bristol Lounge
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Kärntner Ring 1, 1010 Wien
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GaultMillau “points”	13
Falstaff “fork”	f f

Personal review:

My husband and I have been to Bristol Lounge twice. Once for vegan afternoon tea and one time for a Valentine’s dinner. Both times we specified we would like vegan options upon reserving our table and both times we were treated to some delicious food. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous and luxurious and service was great.

Extra points for offering a vegan afternoon tea upon request!

Creo.

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Blindengasse 3, 1080 Wien

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No awards (yet)

Creo. is a relatively new star on the Viennese restaurant scene, impressing with its absolutely gorgeous architecture. Housed in a former office supply store, the ambiance exudes a moody 1920s speakeasy vibe complemented by edgy modern art. It stands out as one of the coziest fine dining establishments I’ve experienced, with the booths adding a unique dining ambiance.

Creo.’s concept revolves around customizability above all else. Whether you’re vegan and loathe celery, your friend is omnivorous but dislikes fish, or your mom is vegetarian but has an aversion to parsley, there’s no issue. Simply inform your server, and your menu will be tailored accordingly. I was particularly impressed by the creativity in crafting new flavor combinations on the spot. While it doesn’t always result in perfection immediately, as crafting a well-rounded dish takes time and often involves a trial period, the overall dining experience remains highly satisfying. I decided to put them to the test by ordering a vegan menu without celeriac root (even in winter!), while my husband had no dietary restrictions beyond preferring a fully vegan menu as well. Both menus delighted us, with the dessert variations being especially delicious.

However, I believe there’s room for improvement in the non-alcoholic drinks department. Given the restaurant’s focus on its cocktail selection, I expected more variety and creativity in their non-alcoholic offerings.

Despite these minor critiques, I must acknowledge that while I was kindly invited by Creo. to sample their vegan menu, and I mentioned that I was celebrating my belated birthday upon reserving our table. This presented an excellent opportunity for them to exceed expectations in terms of service, a crucial aspect that distinguishes a fine dining establishment from a regular dining experience, in my opinion. However, while the service was friendly, it fell short of reaching the level of exceptional service one might expect on such an occasion. Nonetheless, the evening was wonderful overall.

Gartengasse 28, 8010 Graz

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GaultMillau “points”	14,5
Falstaff “fork”	f f

Gerüchteküche has been a longstanding presence, amassing an impressive array of awards. However, it’s been just two years since Chef Michael Wankerl made the bold decision to transition to a 100% plant-based menu. The ethos here is clear: all plants, low-waste practices, and regional produce take center stage, presented in a series of surprise courses. From the inventive Styrian Pani Puri to the standout dish featuring celeriac root alongside an umami-rich mushroom-based jus, Gerüchteküche showcases a mastery of vegetable-centric cuisine.

Despite the moniker “surprise menu,” don’t expect too many unexpected flavor combinations. In particular, the bread course (accompanied by hummus) and the dessert (featuring apple, caramel, and vanilla ice cream sans pastry) left something to be desired in terms of flavor. However, amidst these shortcomings, two dishes truly shone with vibrant flavors: the kohlrabi-dashi-sea buckthorn creation and the cabbage-caraway-bbq offering. This leads me to ponder whether the limitations of plant-based and regional cuisine in Austria during the winter months contributed to the lackluster taste of some dishes.

Yet, what Gerüchteküche may lack in culinary surprises, it makes up for with its friendly service. The staff are more than willing to offer insights into the dishes, enhancing the dining experience. Furthermore, the ambiance is refreshingly down to earth and casual, inviting patrons to relax and savor their plant-based feast in a welcoming atmosphere.

Extra points for being a 100% vegan restaurant!

Jola
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Salzgries 15, 1010 Wien

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GaultMillau “points”	16,5
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XXX+

Personal Review:

Jola is founded by Jonathan Wittenbrink and Larissa Andres who met at Tian Bistro and the concept is beautifully simple and elegant: a rich and flavorful plant-based tasting menu comprising regional and seasonal vegetables to prove that veganism can be indulgent and is not a diet.

That’s right up my alley!

The ambiance is cozy, yet elegant and feels intimate thanks to the close proximity to your neighboring table and the fact that you’re served by the owners. That means no long-winded recital of complicated dishes before each course, just a simple: “here’s what’s in it” and sometimes a little “here’s our thought behind the dish” as a look behind the curtain.

The menu consists of around 10 small courses and is well-rounded, creative, and diverse in flavor. You can choose between a classic wine pairing (all wines are organic) or a non-alcoholic beverage pairing, which is what we chose. As someone who rarely drinks alcohol, I greatly appreciate it when a place offers creative non-alcoholic drinks. Almost all of them are made in-house and fermented, such as Kombucha or Kefir, and are unique in flavor in a way that you don’t feel like you’re the kid at the table sipping on Robby Bubble while everyone else is having champagne. It’s an experience of its own and you should absolutely try it!

As all courses are created with seasonal and regional vegetables in mind, the menu might change according to availability, meaning every visit is a surprise. But you can always expect the highest quality and creativity from Jonathan and his team.

Only at the end of the night, you’re given a sheet of seed paper with the menu printed on it. You can take it home, spray it with water, and grow your own lettuce from it. You are also sent home with a little surprise (which I’m not spoiling for you!) to remember an already unforgettable night.

Jola’s attention to detail and laid-back ambiance atmosphere make it a wonderful fine dining experience for all foodies, not just vegans.

Extra points for being a 100% vegan restaurant!

Patara
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Petersplatz 1, 1010 Wien
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GaultMillau “points”	12
A la Carte “stars”	a
Falstaff “fork”	f f
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XX

Personal Review:

Patara does not offer a full vegan tasting menu, however there are several vegan dishes to choose from á la carte, and many more that can be made vegan. Just ask your server! The food was good, but not exceptional. My personal favorite was the red curry! We were seated outside and I personally think the interior is a bit on the tacky side.

Shiki
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Krugerstraße 3, 1010 Wien
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GaultMillau “points”	17,5
A la Carte “stars”	aaaa
Falstaff “fork”	f f f f
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XXXX

Personal Review:

Imaginative Asian-fusion dishes in a beautiful, modern setting. Usually offers 2 different signature dish menus, one of which is always vegan or vegetarian but easily made vegan upon request. Huge plus: more than one vegan dessert option!

2024 Update: May only offer the vegan menu upon request now!

The Glass Garden
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Mönchsberg-Park 26, 5020 Salzburg
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GaultMillau “points”	17
A la Carte “stars”	aaaa
Falstaff “fork”	f f f
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XXX
Michelin “stars”	*
Grosser Guide	hhhh

Personal Review:

Let me start this off by saying: this was by far the best food-related experience I’ve had in my life. Every single dish was incredibly well balanced, beautifully served, and just plain delicious. The restaurant is tastefully decorated and bright with a gorgeous view of Salzburg and the exterior of the Mönchstein Castle is beautiful. More on our experience in my One Perfect Vegan Day in Salzburg post!
You probably guessed it already, this is my personal favorite vegan fine dining experience I’ve had in Austria.

If I HAD to point out one thing that could be improved upon, it would be that one of the amuse gueule was served on seashells, which isn’t exactly vegan. But the whole experience was so incredible, that I can see past this one small faux pas.

Tian
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Himmelpfortgasse 23, 1010 Wien
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GaultMillau “points”	18
A la Carte “stars”	aaaa
Falstaff “fork”	f f f f
Michelin “stars”	*
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XXXX
Feinschmecker “points”	FFF+

Personal Review:

Tian is usually the first restaurant that comes to mind when hearing “vegan fine dining” in Austria. It’s world-renowned, 100% vegetarian, and has restaurants in Vienna and Munich. The vegetable is definitely the star of the show here. If you like really healthy food, this is the perfect place for you! However, for me personally, it was lacking full-bodied umami taste explosions. Most dishes tasted very “green”, as in, taste what it feels like to walk through a meadow after rain. It’s definitely a unique experience and every single dish was created with a lot of care and beautifully presented. I particularly enjoyed the vibe, it felt a lot more relaxed than a lot of other fine dining restaurants in this range, while still offering impeccable service. The dessert was absolutely outstanding! Bravo to the pâtissier!

Extra points for being an all-vegetarian restaurant!

Vestibül
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Universitätsring 2, 1010 Wien
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GaultMillau “points”	16
A la Carte “stars”	aaa
Falstaff “fork”	f f f
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XX+

Personal Review:

We first tried requesting a vegan menu via e-mail, but didn’t get a reply. So we called instead and they were super friendly and asked us how many courses we would like. We opted for a 5-course menu and would not be disappointed. Everything was wonderful, especially the dessert, which we still talk about quite often! Beautiful interior, although we were there in summer and dined al-fresco.

Wirtshaus Steirereck Pogusch
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Pogusch 21, 8625 Turnau
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GaultMillau “points”	15,5
A la Carte “stars”	aaaa
Falstaff “fork”	f f f
Michelin “stars”
Schlemmer Atlas “spoon”	XX+
Grosser Guide	hh

Personal Review:

We were invited to Wirtshaus Steirereck for a celebration my dad held. I just wrote them ahead and asked if they could prepare something vegan for me and my husband. I have a feeling they still sort of winged it on the evening of, but everything was lovely and they even prepared a vegan dessert for us.

More Vegan Fine Dining in Austria

I sent out an email to over 30 restaurants, with most of them among the top 100 restaurants in Austria asking them all the same questions.

Here’s what I asked:

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
• Do you serve foie gras?*

*Foie gras is a very cruel practice in which geese are force-fed to develop a very fatty liver, which is then turned into a “gourmet” paté. A lot of vegans avoid supporting restaurants that still have it on their menu.

Just a quick disclaimer: the “interviews” were held in German and carefully translated by me. I tried to transport the original tone of the messages but be aware that some nuance may be lost in translation!

Apron
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Am Heumarkt 35, 1030 Wien
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• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We can prepare a vegan 5-course menu, but only with a few day’s notice as our restaurant is not usually equipped to cater to vegans.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  Every menu is custom for each reservation.
• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Yes, if we have a vegan guest, we will prepare a vegan dessert also.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Yes, we have vegan wine on our menu and our sommelier will gladly advise.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No.

Döllerer
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Markt 56, 5440 Golling
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We can offer both individual dishes as well as menus upon request.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  Our vegan tasting menus are oriented towards our regular menu, for example, 6 hors d’oeuvres, then 5 or 7 courses, and petit fours.
  Example Menu:
  • “Alpine Trees & Shrubs”
  • “Salad” Romaine lettuce, tomato water & elderflower vinegar, Alpine rose honey* & dried St. George’s mushroom
  • Tomatoes from Josef Winkler & Häuptelsalat
  • Charcoal with charcoal Beetroot, barley & sour leek juice
  • White eggplant Paprika & currant Porcini mushroom tartar, parsley & buckwheat
  • “Glacier Cut” Fennel baked in a “glacier cut”
  • Raspberries & Swiss stone pine
    
    *Honey is not vegan

• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Of course.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Of course, our sommelier is happy to help.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No, we stopped using foie gras years ago.

Esszimmer
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Müllner Hauptstr. 33, 5020 Salzburg
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  Of course, we cater to vegan guests and ones with dietary restrictions. We’ve had vegetarian 5-course menus since the beginning and some of the dishes are vegan by nature. If we know upfront that we’ll have a vegan guest, we can modify it to be all-vegan.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  Our menus change every 6 weeks.
• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Our Patisseuse Jeanette Anderson will of course prepare a vegan dessert.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
• Yes, we have vegan wine on our menu and our sommelière will gladly advise.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  Yes. Why? Because we cater to a variety of people and everything is about enjoyment. We love to cater to all kinds of different tastes.

Additional info:

Chef Andreas Kaiblinger and his wife Andrea also run a food blog called Essenlieben that features a variety of vegan recipes!

Guatz Essen
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Obere März 36, 6275 Stumm
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We’re a vegetarian-vegan restaurant with a unique focus on permaculture and can prepare an all-vegan menu upon request.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  You can choose between a three, five, or seven-course menu.
• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Of course, we even have vegan chocolate confectionary and petit fours!
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Yes, we have vegan wines.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No, we do not serve any meat.

Miss Cho
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Schmiedgasse 9, 8010 Graz
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We always have at least 2-3 dishes on our menu that are already vegan and can be ordered without prior request. If you would like to enjoy a full set vegan menu, we can prepare a “Ruam Gan” of 10 dishes upon request.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  • Edamame with Apple & Wasabi
  • Spicy Noodles
  • Bean salad with Ginger & Rice Vinegar
  • Ceviche with white Tofu, Elderflower, Green Melon & Thai Pepper
  • Green Salad mit Parsley Dressing
  • Maki with Mango & Cucumber
  • Nigiri Avocado
  • Smoked Tofu Sweet & Sour
  • Hot Pot Miss Cho Style
  • Vegan Chocolate Ganache with Papaya & Yuzu

• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Yes.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Yes, our restaurant manager is very knowledgeable about vegan wines and happy to help.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No.

O Boufés (Konstantin Filippou)
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Dominikanerbastei 17, 1010 Wien
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• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  At our fine dining restaurant “Konstantin Filippou” we only have a single set menu per season, so no. Our other restaurant “O Boufés” however usually has a few vegan dishes already. Please state you wish for vegan options upon reservation!
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
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• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
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• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Most of our wines are natural and organic, which means most of them are vegan.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No.
  

Rote Wand Chef’s Table
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Zug 5, 6764 Lech
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• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We don’t presently have a vegan menu or vegan dishes and only take requests for such from our hotel guests.
  Maybe we will offer vegan menus in the future!
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
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• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
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• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
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• Do you serve foie gras?
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Die Schmauserei
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Hauptstraße 56, 2120 Wolkersdorf im Weinviertel
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We always have a few vegetarian dishes that can be made vegan.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  We don’t offer vegan menus, but we have a few vegan regular guests that we often prepare vegan dishes for. Upon request, we can prepare something like a vegan “Tafelspitz” (vegetable broth, smoked and fried Tofu, potato hash, vegetables, and horseradish)
• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Of course! We have sorbets such as white peach, apricot, green apple and fig (fruits from our own garden), prunes. Upon request, we can also prepare a full vegan dessert with fresh fruit and homemade sauces.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  We have vegan wines, for example, “Mantlerhof”.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  NO! You’ll never find hare and foie gras on our menus!

Steirereck
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 Am Heumarkt 2A, 1030 Wien
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  While we are not a vegan restaurant, we can usually modify 2-4 dishes to be made vegan upon request. However, we cannot offer a full 6-7 course vegan menu.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
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• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Currently, a vegan dessert would be “heart cherry with hazelnut and pepper leaf.”
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Yes, we have vegan wines and our sommelier will be happy to help.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No, currently we do not.

Sidenote: Steirereck is the highest ranking restaurant in Austria and has been for many years.

Stüva
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Dorfstr. 73, 6561 Ischgl
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We can prepare a vegan menu including dessert if requested upon reservation.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
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• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Yes, upon request.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Yes, of course.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  Yes.

Taubenkobel
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Hauptstr. 33, 7081 Schützen am Gebirge
Website

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  We’ll gladly accommodate vegan guests if it is specified upon reservation and can prepare a whole vegan menu. However, we would like to add that we are not specialized in vegan cuisine and I’m sure there are many great vegan restaurants that are.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
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• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
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• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  We offer mostly biodynamic wines, so that’s difficult.
• Do you serve foie gras?
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Weissenseerhof*
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Neusach 18, 9762 Weissensee
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I did not write to Weissenseerhof, because it’s an all-vegetarian Hotel and restaurant, so most of the questions I asked all the other restaurants would be redundant.

• Can you prepare a vegan meal or tasting menu (upon request)?
  Yes, vegan menus are always available and you may choose between 2-3 vegan or vegetarian options.
• If so, can you tell me what a vegan tasting menu or dish might look like at your restaurant?
  A menu starts off with an amuse gueule, appetizer, salad from the salad bar, followed by your chosen main dish, and a delicious dessert.
• Do you offer a vegan dessert?
  Yes.
• Does your sommelier know which of your wines are vegan?
  Yes.
• Do you serve foie gras?
  No, we don’t serve any meat.

I hope you enjoyed my little guide on vegan fine dining in Austria. If you think I’ve missed one that absolutely has to go on the list, please let me know in the comments!

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