We got lucky when visiting Barenwirt! We were a walk up and they were pretty busy, but they sat us right away. The couple behind us were not as lucky and had to wait an hour. We were sat at the opposite end of the table from another couple in a little room. The servers were plenty friendly and spoke good English to assist us. My husband got a burger and I ordered the Mac and cheese and a salad and we shared. It was a lot of food! We also ordered the pancake shredded dessert which came with a jelly type of sauce. Everything was good but it was sooo heavy. I certainly recommend sharing so that you have enough room in your stomach. We would return next time we were in Salzburg. read more

Bärenwirt - Macaroni and cheese - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

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During our first visit to Salzburg in 2009, we asked our hotelier to recommend a genuine Austrian restaurant - one that did not offer "Menus for tourists" and that prepared authentic dishes. He recommended the Bärenwirt. Returning to Salzburg with our 11 adult children and grandchildren, we wanted them to have a similar authentic experience so we made a reservation at our old haunt, which has been in operations since 1663. Things have changed over the last 16 years. On our first visit, the menu was only in German and our server spoke to us in German until we threw in the towel and admitted, "Ich spreche nicht sehr gut Deutsch. Englisch, bitte?" (I don't speak German well. English, please?) Now, 16 years later, English has become the default and today, the menu is presented in four languages. But the food is still just as authentic and delicious. Taking grandkids who range from 10 to 15 years of age, we were bracing for a few refrains of, "I don't LIKE that! It's weird!" or similar rants, but we heard none of it. All the kids (and parents, too, for that matter) dove gamely into the menu and found things that were to their liking. The menu is large and varied. Main dishes include roast pork, pasta, sausage with roasted potatoes, dumplings, goulash, schnitzel, fried chicken, boiled beef and (of course) bratwurst. The food was good, there was an excellent variety, and it was brought out quickly. Prices for main dishes were quite reasonable, with most under €20. Wiener Schnitzel was the most expensive, at €28,90 but it was an outlier. The only issue I had was the price of the soft drinks. Between our grandkids, they had 10 Cokes - at €5.90 EACH. That was €59 for sodas; more than we paid for all of our beers. My wife was determined that, for dessert, the kids and grands would all taste Kaiserschmarren mit Zwetschkenröster - cut-up pancake with raisins topped with powdered sugar and served with a jam for dipping. A truly Austrian experience that everyone enjoyed, though some more than others. On the night we visited, we encountered several other parties of Americans. I have no way of knowing whether the place has become that popular with visitors or management simply corralled us into the same room. Regardless, it was a very pleasant evening and one I'm sure we will repeat the next time we're in Salzburg. read more

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In Salzburg on a day trip from Munich; stopped for a late lunch. Delicious food, quiet and charming setting before what I'm sure will be a busy evening. Friendly service. We had the stuffed schnitzel, pork schnitzel and goulash. We all loved our food. Goulash was delicious. read more

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Amazing to think this establishment has been in operation since 1663! They serve traditional Austrian cuisine in a nice historic building. Wait staff was attentive and prompt. Food was amazing. I would recommend the sausage and potatoes with a side of delicious sauerkraut. We made reservations in advance to make sure we could get a table for 6. They had a full house on the day of our visit. read more

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Excellent restaurant with great service (and delicious beer). If you are looking for traditional Austrian food, come here. And be surrounded by Austrians who are also coming here for quality food. This place offers delicious food and beer in a charming atmosphere. The only complaint I have is that I didn't have room for dessert! Also, conveniently located on a bus stop. read more

Having just arrived in Salzburg, we were hungry and looking for an authentic Austrian restaurant. Found Barenwirt about 15 minutes walk from our hotel. It is a hidden gem , one of the oldest and authentic Austrian place with delicious food and great selection of beers. It has been around since the 1600s !!!! Local favourite and does not fail to impress. The fried chicken was quite unique, delicious and very tasty, Austrian potato salad was delectable. Staff are friendly and welcoming. read more

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Small charming authentic local place, away from the tourist crowds. We really enjoyed our dinner.

Long wait for a table (40 mins), long wait for the main course to arrive (45 mins), by which point the kitchen had closed (which had not been communicated to us) so no option to order dessert. Payment taken by a waiter who clearly wanted his shift to end. Service beyond awful. Avoid, avoid, avoid! read more

Barenwirt was so good! Food was very authentic, they are known for being the "best" fried chicken. The breading was perfect, not too oily. The cranberry sauce for the schnitzel was delicious! The patio view was so pretty. The service was great, always accommodating to speak English. Do be aware about the smell of the restaurant. They fry a lot of their food so the smell is very strong if you sit inside - that's my only but! Thankfully we were able to sit outside. read more

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One can only eat so much schnitzel! I decided to try something new from the seasonal menu and ordered the deer stew. Scary! Considering I've never had deer. There's a first time for everything, am I right?! The stew itself was pretty flavorful. The deer taste is similar to beef but with a drier texture, similar to how turkey compares to chicken??? The brussels sprout and potato croquette were absolutely delicious. I also had the liver dumpling soup. The liver dumplings were more pungent than expected but still very good. I highly recommend making a reservation because it does get busy. We were lucky to get a table and ended up sharing it with another couple. read more

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Make a reservation and make it easier on you :) Got the goulash, schnitzel and the fried chicken, which is what they are known for. The dumpling that came with goulash was huge, but under seasoned, chewy and dense. The schnitzel was decent and the fried chicken was good - both used the same batter. The chicken was popular as all other tables were ordering them, some table had 3 orders lol, but definitely gotta try it once. Overall, the food was decent. The interior was nice, we sat outside, but it was very windy when we visited, so it was a bit of a challenge. The service was great, the staff member was awesome, ensured we were doing well. read more

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Bärenwirt is one of those places that just feels right the moment you walk in. It's warm, a little old-school, and always smells like something good is cooking. The fried chicken is what everyone talks about--and yeah, it lives up to the hype--but honestly, everything feels homemade in the best way. It's not trying to be trendy, just comforting and real. The staff is friendly without fussing over you, and the beer flows easy. It's the kind of spot you leave full, happy, and already planning to come back. read more

Ok. So you tried to get into Zwettler and it's a two hour wait. I have great news. BARENWIRT ACTUALLY IS WHAT ZWETTLER IS HYPED UP TO BE! Same traditional Austrian menu, but having been to both: vastly better food at Barenwirt. Better beer. Better service. Nicer atmosphere in a 400 year old building. Similar or identical prices. I had the goulash and the roast pork on separate trips. My wife enjoyed the fried chicken and schnitzel. The clear soup with crepe / pancake is terrific. The food is honestly better here than in any of the leading contenders in Salzburg and you will have a MUCH faster, easier time getting seated and served. And as the biggest bonus of all, the food is better here. I promise. Don't wait in the line. read more

This is the kind of food that puts you to sleep. The cozy interior along with the hearty food made me feel right away at home in Salzburg. The food was impeccable of course -- the portion sizes is something else indeed. The seasoning was perfect, and the meat was beyond tender. The strudel stole the show though. You cannot skip it! read more

Bärenwirt - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

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Indoor table service. Highly recommend reservations as they are popular most nights. Fresh beer on tap with traditional Austrian dishes. Good fried chicken (backhendl), sausages, schnitzels, geröstete semmelknödel. Multi-lingual menus. read more

Bärenwirt - Bärenwirt sign - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

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The atmosphere, ambience and service was so friendly. They spoke in English fluently and I didn't have to be so intimidated with having to use my Google translate lol I had their famous fried chicken which was juicy and coated with their schnitzel coating/batter. We also ordered the bratwurst with cold potato salad. German style potato salad wow so good the bratwurst was herby but it's not like the brats in US so think consistency of bologna but bratwurst flavored. All in all it is what a neighborhood place should be. read more

Bärenwirt - Fried chicken and grilled bratwurst - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

This is an authentic, fun, loud Austrian restaurant with terrific food. Highly recommend it for a delicious and memorable meal in a causal, fun environment. read more

A really fun experience. Good food we had with goulash with a huge dumpling that was delicious. Very savory beet flavors. Rich and lovely. Also having boiled beef with some great horseradish and potatoes. Both were very authentic dishes. read more

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I wandered in without a reservation and was seated at my only option: a little two top that was perfect for a solo diner. A stein of Augustiner märzenbier to wash down my plate of bratwurst, roasted potato and sauerkraut made for a lovely treat after a casual walk across the river. The food is a bit hearty for summer weather but as the day was on the cooler side I somehow muddled through. It was probably the beer. read more

Bärenwirt - Bratwurst + stein of beer = classic Austrian vibes - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

A delicious spot for Austrian food close to many of the tourist spots! You may need to make a reservation because when we went, they only had side tables left for guests unless you had reserved a table ahead of time. The menu here is quite large and features a lot of traditional Austrian foods. I ordered the frothed beer soup, Wiener schnitzel, and kasespatzel - all of which were absolutely delicious. The frothed beer soup tasted a bit like a better and lighter cream of mushroom soup. The Wiener schnitzel is quite a large portion and came with parsley potatoes and cranberry sauce. The kasespatzel is like small gnocchi topped with cheese sauce and fried onions, so it's a bit heavy but still worth a try. read more

Bärenwirt - Kasespatzle - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

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Excellent dinner! We had fried chicken and beef goulash--both were great choices! Service and view were equally perfect! read more

Bärenwirt - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

We stopped in here while in Salzburg for the day and I'm so glad we did. The food was absolutely delicious; the service was great; and the atmosphere felt like I was at grandma's for Sunday dinner - it was cozy but not kitschy. I ordered the schnitzel because I really can't get enough of it, and my fiancé ordered the fried chicken which was so tender and tasted amazing. If you want a good, hearty meal - come here because you will NOT be disappointed! read more

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So so good! You'll need to make reservations before arriving because I tried going in as a walk in on a Thursday and was turned away. However, you can try asking to sit at the shared table number 11 as a last resort which is how I got in. The food is worth the effort. Get anything fried and you'll have a wonderful meal. The schnitzel was excellent for me. The burger was enormous and would fill anyone. The beer list is a good compliment. Staff does speak English. Seating is indoors across two floors. read more

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Delicious, cozy and affordable. Thank you for suggesting the fried chicken. The frothy beer soup is my new favorite soup in Austria. Definitely a must visit! read more

Bärenwirt - Beer. - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

Tasty Austrian food. At Bärenwirt, they have shared dining tables upstairs if you don't have a reservation. The restaurant is designed like a ski lodge with plenty of wood everywhere. I ordered the gnocchi. My portion was enormous. The dish was decadent and exceptionally cheesy. Lettuce accompanied the gnocchi, and the lettuce was drenched in a light vinaigrette. Overall, I had a good experience at Bärenwirt and would recommend them for Austrian food in Salzburg. read more

They are famous for their fried chicken backhendl here however I preferred the wiener schnitzel instead. The breading at Barenwirt was very close to panko breading and was unexpected compared to other Austrian restaurants we tried out. The chicken itself was not very flavorful so you will have to use the lemon and maybe some pepper if you want it to have more variety in taste. The chicken was cooked super tenderly and moist and the chicken meat itself was exception. But I would have preferred some taste to the chicken itself. read more

Really cute interior, with traditional dishes. Book a table in advance because they are popular

Barenwirt since 1663 is located in Salzburg, Austria. While walking around Salzburg one evening, I came across Barenwirt but was turned away because they had no available seats. Initially I was disappointed, but luckily I was able to get a table the following evening. I had already planned on eating the Weiner schnitzel one of the best known specialities of Viennese cuisine, and one of the national dishes of Austria. The Weiner Schnitzel here was cooked to perfection. The light crisp breading on the outside and tender on the inside. This has to be one of the best in Austria. The ambiance, service, and beer does not disappoint. Whether you're on vacation or live in the area. Make sure to stop by. This will be a meal to remember. read more

Bärenwirt - Wiener Schnitzel with German potato salad and a tasty beer. - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

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Stop here if you want a hearty meal in a cozy setting. Apparently this kitchen has been cooking up food in Salzburg since 1663! Try to make a reservation beforehand if you can. It gets quite busy in the evening and I saw a number of walk-ins get turned away, but luckily I was able to snag a table. I went back and forth between ordering the Wiener schnitzel and backhendl, and ultimately went with the fried chicken. It was tender and juicy, garnished with fried parsley, and be sure to squeeze lemon juice generously on top for enhanced flavor. Served with an Austrian-style potato salad that's topped with watercress. Order a refreshing Märzen beer to wash it all down. read more

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Great atmosphere and delicious, traditional food. Good, quick service. Lovely people.

My husband and I came here for authentic Viennese cuisine while staying in Salzburg. We could not have been happier with this choice. The restaurant itself is very charming and in a nice location for walking. The staff were friendly, attentive, and quick. They even have an international menu (German, French, Spanish and English) to help you know what you are ordering. We became addicted to lemon soda in Vienna and ordered 2 large ones right away. They are so refreshing. For starters, my husband ordered the Arctic char, which is caught in a local lake. It was savory with the vegetables as the perfect complement. It also had a side of whipped cream with horseradish on top which was strange at first but worked well. I had the clear soup with pancakes, which was light and flavorful. For mains, he had a plate of roasted meats with a giant dumpling (which tasted more like a matzo ball). The sauce was excellent and the texture of the meat was tender. I had the dumplings with eggs and salad and it had a rich flavor but felt light. The salad was tossed with a tangy vinaigrette, which accented the dish perfectly. The portions were hearty- it was actually the first time my husband couldn't finish his meal! Overall, this restaurant is lovely and a place you must not miss while you are in Vienna. read more

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Really delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and attentive service. Generous portion sizes and amazing desserts -- highly recommend the apple strudel! read more

Bärenwirt - Salmon - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

Walked what seemed like 50 miles from Alstadt but finally arrived at Barenwirt. Just like last night at Swettlers we were warned there were no tables. Then I told the guy we're Americans and we were sent upstairs immediately. All the tables were empty. Gabor was our waiter and he was quite the character. Joking that the food was only so so we had a good laugh and knew we were in good hands. The genius formerly known as Tammy the Tornado out of the blue orders the gnocchi. What? We came here for Austrian food and we're ordering Italian. Wtf. So I maned up and kept my promise of getting the Weiner schnitzel so I can say I tried the best in town. The lager beer was cold and tasty. The place was cool with a good vibe. All was good. On the recommendation of Gabor I had the pork instead of the veal schnitzel. He promised it was pounded thin and it was. It was cooked perfectly and seasoned just right. Tammy the Tornado made short work of the fried gnocchi and the side salad too. The waiter Gabor recommended some crazy fried apple dessert. I almost didn't order it. It was amazing. Just get it! On a side note the following is a declaration of love for Tammy The Tornado Vestal. She is an angel sent to me from heaven. She gave me the best 30 plus years of my life and I love her very much for doing so. One day my reviews will come to an end and it's not because I hate yelp. It's because my non stop e ticket ride thru life came to an end. I hope this review will live on so she can read this and realize there are no guarantees in life or in yelp reviews. Sometimes a review will turn into a declaration of love! I love you baby. I hope you read this one day after I'm gone. read more

Bärenwirt - Cold lager. Nice. - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

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Great place in Salzburg with tasty food and drinks. Really friendly service. They were super accommodating and squeezed me in even though things were pretty booked with many tables reserved ahead of time. Loved the vibe as well--very cozy and authentic. Clean bathrooms as well. They take card or cash! read more

Friendly neighborhood tavern with delicious food. They are known for their fried chicken. The batter and frame is similar to what one would see with the schnitzel. Very good. The German potato salad was delicious. It was a beautiful day so I sat on the outdoor deck, which was very nice. I have heard that reservations ate necessary for peak dining hours. I walked in at 3 PM and was immediately given a nice outside table. read more

Let me start by saying I don't really understand why they claim to have Austria's best fried chicken. I think the chicken is a bit strange and tastes a tiny bit like a damp cellar. The batter is very nicely fried and the chicken itself is nicely cut and plated. They even fried the innards if you'd like to give that a try as well. Not many beers or wines to choose from but you do get the Augustiner Salzburg which I think tests better than the München one. read more

Bärenwirt - Austrian fried chicken - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

Food was great local dishes at very reasonable prices. This restaurant has been around for hundreds of years. My only negative would be that it's understaffed. They were all working very hard there was just not enough of them. Reservation highly recommended. 3 nights in Salzburg and we went back every night to try more of there authentic dishes! read more

10/10 meal. Served with cabbage and bacon on the side, very flavorful. Wait staff spoke English and was very nice and helpful. Also got apple strudel for dessert that was very good. read more

Bärenwirt - Bratwurst with potatos - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5

Very good taste of Austrian food. Was bummed they were out of the Nockerl, but goulash and schnitzel were tasty. They barely squeezed us in since we didn't have a reservation. read more

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Is it the fact that Bärenwirt is in Salzburg, or the fact that this restaurant is nearly 400 years old that makes it so charming? Don't know. Don't care! All I know is I really enjoyed coming here for lunch one of the days I was in Salzburg this past September. Nothing on the inside is likely original to the grand opening of this restaurant sometime in the 1600s, but it is still really quaint and I'm sure in the evenings, this is a great pub to come to. Service was pretty good. I was tempted to break out my German but got really shy and ended up speaking English the whole time which was fine. I got a noodle dish that was absolutely amazing and my colleague got a dish with lots o' meat and he was really excited about it. It seemed like most of the people there weren't tourists unless they were all from Germany, but only one other table had people speaking English, everyone else was German so maybe... maybe... this isn't totally a tourist trap. Or maybe we just came at the right time. Would totally come here again! read more

Bärenwirt - Austrian Near Me - Salzburg, 5