The place dates back to 1618, with a lively standing bar atmosphere in the front and a more elegant dining area inside. It's upscale and refined and located right in the middle of some of the best shopping in the city. This came highly recommended by someone who lives here and we spotted a Michelin Bib Gourmand sign in the window so we made it a point to stop. My husband and I kept seeing long lines when we walked by but this afternoon, we saw a few open tables outside so we decided to go in for a drink. We were seated immediately outside under the heaters and the chairs came with blankets if needed. We ordered 2 glasses of wine and a double order of Palatschinken. 2 fresh thin crepes with a stewed apricot glaze - sinfully delicious! Overall, it's a solid pick with a polished vibe and great people watching. Worth a stop if you're in the area! read more

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Leider kann ich vom Tafelspitz nur abraten. Es waren 2 Stücke Fleisch, wovon eines komplett trocken war, sodass ich es für ungenießbar befand. Der Service war sehr langsam und auch auf eine Beschwerde bzgl des trockenen Fleisches wurde nicht reagiert. Sondern kommentarlos der volle Preis für ein trockenes Stück Rind abkassiert. Ich denke man setzt auf Touristen, die kommen sowieso nur einmal. Mich sieht der Laden auf jeden Fall nicht mehr. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Tafelspitz - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

We came here for dinner after work and got seated inside since it was freezing outside. The waiters were friendly, but a bit slow. 2/5 Schnitzel - very bland. It needed some sauce and maybe the potato salad was supposed to be the sauce but it needed a mayo or tartar sauce or something. Was a little disappointing 4/5 Desserts - loved the many options of desserts in the glass, there's both sweet and savory desserts. I suppose this is normal of Viennese/austrian food to taste this way. Not a huge fan. read more

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Outstanding service (Shout out to Richie!) We sat on the heated patio on a very rainy day, but the heaters kept it comfortable and there were lap blankets, too. I popped into the inside bakery for some small sandwiches and desserts selection and had them add it to my order by giving our servers's name. We had coffees, also. This was one of the highlights of our visit, honestly and loved it for ambiance and high-quality of their treats. The cheese sandwich with salt-topped bun was the best bite we had in 10 days all over Germany and Austria. The dessert (chocolate with raspberries) was outstanding, especially with my cappuccino. Also: it's cigar-friendly! My husband appreciated that, even though he didn't have a cigar. Good to know for future reference. Also want to add: we don't know it was an awesome place to visit for the history of it. We only researched after we were home and even more grateful to have popped in for a little visit on our trip. read more

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This spot came highly recommended by a local, and we spotted a Michelin Bib Gourmand sign in the back window--pretty impressive! My partner and I visited this morning, and it delivered. The ambiance is classy, like a refined café, nestled in a busy, upscale part of town with a sophisticated buzz. We had two courses, each item in order of preference: Smoked Salmon with Cream Cheese on Bread - Silky salmon, creamy spread, and a standout start. Egg with Mayo on Bread - Simple yet tasty, with a nice richness. Shrimp Open-Faced Sandwich - Fresh and good, though the bread stole some of the show. (Note: The bread is softer and white-floured, more refined than Buffet Trzesniewski's.) Austrian Boiled Beef Tafelspitz - Excellent with horseradish, a hearty highlight. Vegetarian Pasta - Great texture, though the name escapes me--still enjoyable. Overall, it's a solid pick with a polished vibe and great flavors. Worth a stop if you're in the area! Price per person €20-30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Reservation Reservations not required Group size Suitable for all group sizes Wait time Up to 10 min read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - 2nd course - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

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Local fare. Great food. Lively atmosphere. Dedicated service. No nonsense kind of get down to business food and drinks establishment with dinning room separate. We ate inside dining room, great experience... read more

I recently visited the restaurant next to the hotel I stayed - Park Hyatt Vienna and regret to say my experience was far from satisfactory. The main issue was the waiter's behavior. Instead of being welcoming, he was dismissive and at times outright rude when we asked questions about the menu. This set a negative tone for the entire evening. I wanted to share this feedback directly, as respectful service is the foundation of any good dining experience. I sincerely hope this matter is addressed. This is the 3rd restaurant I visit today in vienna and everywhere else the service was just fine, not sure whats going on with this place ???? read more

Beautiful cafe near my hotel. My Austrian friends warned me about the grumpy waiter syndrome in Vienna and this guy won the prize. So unnecessarily unpleasant. I had a nice light breakfast too bad for the attitude. It's a beautiful place. Was lively at night when I walked by. read more

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We were handed menus, then sat for 20 minutes. Could not flag down a waiter to order. We had to go somewhere else for lunch.

Centrally located, this coffee/light fare / bar has all the attributes of a restaurant while preserving the charm of a viennese caffee. The waiters are courteous and prompt, the little outdoor tables are covered with white napkins. It was cold but there are warmers everywhere on the wall . The white wine was excellent and the simple soups of the day well made: We had the a beef bouillon with a dollop of semolina and pumpkin soup. Both were good. The little sandwiches of freshly sliced ham on the bone were good as well. This small but delightful lunch did not break the bank either. I will come back for sure ! read more

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Really loved the service and decor. Food was good and the Naan amazing. Packed with locals. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

Visited for lunch, and although the food was nothing special, it was good and the service outstanding (as opposed to what I was expecting from some of the reviews. Got a table fast, and my waiter was prompt and friendly. Had the beef consommé soup and ham with horseradish and bread. The soup was just average but the ham was really good. Nice place with beautiful outdoor seating. I would do it again. read more

This place was very happening, even on a Wednesday night. Reservation is highly recommended, although we were able to snag a same-day reservation. Our experience started a bit choppy - upon arrival, there was no hostess to check you in. The place was very disorganized, which is ironic for a society that follows strict orders. Although we had a reservation, we had difficulty flagging anyone down to check-in for a table. Once we got seated, the service did become much better. The restaurant offered both tasting menus (72.50 euros and 98.50 euros) and a la carte. Since we weren't too hungry, we decided to order from the menu. For appetizers, we both enjoyed the intense beef soup and the ham dish. The presentation on the ham was outstanding. Both dishes were delicious but met expectations (I guess it is hard to surprise our palates given we are from NYC). For entrees, we went with the most traditional Viennese dishes - schnitzel and beef goulash. I didn't have a very good experience with goulash when I visited Prague a while back. The goulash here, while it didn't change my mind much, was better than the experience I had in Prague. But okay to skip unless you are a big goulash fan. The veal schnitzel was surprisingly light and flavorful. The portions were huge tho, so it can easily be shared by 2. The sommelier helped pick out wines that paired well with our dishes. At the end of the meal, our bill was 120 euros with two appetizers, two entrees, and four glasses of wine (plus the cover charge of 4.5 euros each). From the pricing standpoint, this was definitively a great experience. But did the good here blow my mind? Certainly not... read more

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Beware - without asking and perhaps without wanting, your waiter will bring you small plate appetizers and breads - they are NOT free. Michelin rated restaurants in NYC do NOT do this. The prices are high so they "treat" the customer. NOT THIS RESTAURANT!! ALSO, friends and I went for lunch and we had a big dinner planned that night. My friend and I asked to split thier veal schnitzel, a recommended delicacy. The waiter advised ordering a "small" serving instead. He was not particularly friendly, which we had been advised was pretty normal for the restaurant. We did not ask the price. Turns out we paid considerably more for 2 "small servings" than if we had simply split the entree. VERY SELF SERVING and IMHO, a rip off. read more

I'm here in Austria for a conference and I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch today. Schwarzen Kameel is located right next to Prada, where one of the associates recommended I stop by (as this has typical food that the locals indulge). I ordered the Spaghetti Bolognese (with Austrian veal) and a Riesling. Both were excellent. I did some people watching before shopping again. The service was excellent (for the most part). Check them out if you're in Vienna (they have menu options for everyone. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Riesling - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

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Please do not eat here as the wait staff are racist. I (person of color) went with my friend (white) for breakfast, about 45 minutes after opening. As with any European restaurant that offers outdoor seating, we asked if we could sit anywhere, in which we were told yes. After sitting, we waited for about 8 minutes and were not provided menus. The restaurant was not busy when we arrived, since it was so early. There were about 3 other tables already there. My friend got up to grab a menu. We noticed that people who arrived after us were seated and provided menus. About a minute after grabbing the menu, the waiter came by to ask her if we needed a second menu. When we were ready to order, I waived at the guy who was standing next to our table and can see us clearly, and we were ignored. Again, other tables who had arrived after us were seated, provided menus, and had their orders taken. We left after 15 minutes of waiting. After reading other 1 and 2 star reviews, there are other people with similar experiences. Notice that the restaurant is not disagreeing with any of the reviews. Typically, restaurants can comment on reviews, apologizing and saying that they will utilize the feedback for future improvement. There is not one comment from the restaurant for this purpose. If this does not persuade you to not eat here, then consider that the prices might be very expensive for a basket of bread. There are other places in the area, Cafe Mozart, Segafredo, etc, with significantly better prices and just as delicious (not that we would know what the food here tastes like as we were never served). If you are still reading and thinking this is about money, we walked in with Louis Vuitton bags after making a purchase. This store is located next to several luxury and designer stores, with in a maximum of a 2 minute walk. So clearly this has nothing to do with the appearance of customers who may or may not have money. There might be another particular word to describe the wait staff, but that is not appropriate to be used in a review forum. I suggest eating literally anywhere else, as this seems to be the only restaurant in the heart of Vienna, surrounded by a significant amount of tourism, that offered terrible service. read more

Phenomenal food and phenomenal service. Stopped here for lunch while walking around Vienna, and what a great choice it was!

It's been a minute since I really sat down and appreciated a good omelette, but that's exactly what happened at Zum Schwarzen Kameel during a leisurely Sunday breakfast. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? Zum Schwarzen Kameel almost feels like an upscale British hotel tea house given the starch shirted servers and the more quiet and measured atmosphere, but the service is very good and sets the stage for a comfortable meal regardless of the time of day. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? In retrospect, €10,50 seems like a lot for a ham omelette, but the hand cut bone in ham is the specialty here and it's not a different price point from what I'd pay elsewhere for a good breakfast dish. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? I'm not sure I can even place how, but this was a really fantastic omelette. Fluffy and flavorful egg with chives that encased flavorful and salty ham. Additionally, the apricot spread here with their fresh bread is near impossible to beat. Two Stars. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? It's not that I wouldn't be excited to go back, but the one downfall that I haven't mentioned yet was that the menu for breakfast at Zum Schwarzen Kameel is a bit small, so if you're not an omelette person you might be out of luck. No Star. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Ham Omelette: €10,50 - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

Most likely the best restaurant in Vienna. They have very high standards and they keep them. We had a wonderful time here experiencing the 2 tasting menus, one traditional Viennese, the other a modern presentation. Both were excellent. In particular, the wines recommended by our server fit the food in a sublime way. The service was impeccable. I've never seen a table of six served all together at once in such a carefully orchestrated way. It takes teamwork, training, dedication and passion. The food was simply amazing. Ham with horesradish that was tender, most and tasty. A steak that was cooked perfectly and served with a delicious reduction. Desserts that were creative and over the top. One caution I have is to take your time. Our 5 course meal was 2.5 hours. It was wonderfully paced and we'll timed. But make sure you leave time to enjoy a marvelous meal. Also, dress up a little. Most men were wearing coats and ties. Some of the servers wore white coats. But dress for a special occasion. Enjoy a tradition that is 400 years old, enjoy service that is next to flawless, and food and drink that will delight you. read more

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Obviously a staple in Wien. Lots of trendy folks at this eatery across the street from Prada and Rimowa. I've had better schnitzels in the past but this one was nice in that it was less greasy. No Preiselbeeren with this schnitzel but maybe that's how they do it? The waitstaff were attentive unlike the other reviews. Make sure to check out the sandwich display near the front. If you like to be seen and be seen in Wien I think this is the place to be. For authentic Austrian fare you can also go to other places in the Inner Stadt. read more

This place was so elegant and amazing. We came here on our first night out in district 1 during our vacation to Vienna. It is located in the heart of Vienna and perfect to grab a glass of wine before continuing shopping or before grabbing dinner. This place had the best schnitzel! It was definitely great to be pair with the tangy potato salad. I have never had potato salad like that in the states. The service was impeccable and the wine choices were vast. It is a great place to grab food and drinks with friends. There is also an outside area to eat and drink with heated lamps. This place is definitely a spot to go to when in Vienna. read more

Two words to describe this restaurant are köstlich and pristine! Food and presentation are on point and the environment is fabulous. This experience is one that you should have when visiting Vienna! Foot-wise you can find traditional fare such as wiener schnitzel as well as delicate cakes and finger foods. Overall, great service and delicious food. read more

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I would not recommend this place. The food was mediocre and the morning after I had dinner at this place I had some of the worst food poisoning I ever had. I had a huge problem understanding my server because of how loud it was in the restaurant. It also took ages for me to receive my check. read more

This was sort of an emergency find, just wanted a place to sit after a long stroll through the Albertina where my vacation museum back wasn't used to that workout. I went with the lamb gulasch, and it was tasty. A little on the pricey side for what I got (small portion, etc), especially as compared to some of the other restaurants I visited on this trip, but for lunch, it worked just fine. The lamb had...ok flavor. Was certainly tender, but didn't taste all that much like lamb, if I'm honest. Spätzle along side was a nice touch, that was good in the left over gravy. So, if you need a bite for lunch or a cafe to sit at, this will work, not bad at all. But I don't think I would say this is a must go or a thing to seek out while you're in the area. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Lamb gulaschsuppe - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

The Quick: Very sophisticated and gorgeous spot with great food and fantastic staff. They are extremely accommodating and will make you items not on the menu (beef tartare) and not overcharge you for them. Dress up and enjoy. The Details: This was the most expensive meal we had in Vienna, but it was extremely delicious (still less than NYC). We did not need a reservation, and had no idea how elegant this place was. Dressed in a T-shirt and jeans, our waiter still treated us like prime clientele. The food was great, we loved the goulash and the schnitzel,as well as the beef tartare. The Damage: ~ 130 Euro for 2 entrees, 2 apps, 2 drinks ...and they expect (and ask) for an additional tip unlike most of Europe. The service and food was worth it. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Beef tartare -- even if not on the menu they will make it for you - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

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The BEST schnitzel in all of Vienna. Be sure to make a reservation or you will have problems getting a table. What was... WOW-schnitzel GREAT-the local white Austrian wine GOOD-the rectangle sandwiches OKAY - everything ranked higher NEVER AGAIN - nothing, I would return! I don't know how they make their homemade schnitzel so much noticeably better but it is BY FAR better than any other we had in Vienna. Our waiter Wolfie was exceptional in every way. He even told us about the book, so glad he did, I new I had to have that. read more

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Beautiful eatery. In another age, it was often frequented by Ludwig Van Beethoven. The feel and nature of the cafe and staff shines through to create a truly well rounded and enjoyable luxury dining experience. Located in the heart of Vienna, this establishment centres around class and memorable dining experiences outdoors, or indoors for your convenience. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Zum schwarzen Kameel - great food - great service - busy 90% of the time - perfect for an after dinner coffee/dessert - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

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I would never recommend this place ever. The food was terrible and it was obvious that the restaurant gives no care for allergies. We specifically ordered an item on the menu that had no nuts but when the plate arrived to our table it was covered with pesto. Because of this my son had my husband's goulash. It turns out the day after my son comes down with terrible food poisoning. This was detrimental to our trip to Vienna. My son continued to have these issues three days after he had eaten the goulash. Almost forgot to mention how the service was terrible. At the end of our meal we waited for the server to come back to our table for the check. We ended up waiting for longer than 20 minutes for one of the servers to notice that we were finished. We asked him kindly if we could get the check and he gave us confirmation that he was. We waited 5 more minutes for one of the servers to bring us our check but none seem to have realized that we had not received our check. Another waiter then approached our table and we asked him for the check. This did not end up with us receiving the check. It took the staff 10 more minutes for us to finally receive our check. After signing the check we realized that our server incorrectly calculated the amount of gratuity we were supposed to pay. Be safe and stay away from this place. read more

I strongly recommend this place! Great for people watching while having drinks for happy hour or enjoying a meal. Guests are a nice mix of locals and tourists. Service is crisp and friendly. This is where we had one of our most pleasant meals in Vienna. read more

One of the most famous eateries not only in Vienna but on this planet is Zum Schwarzen Kameel. It deserves its fame. This year it is celebrating its 400th birthday (1618-2018) and this hangout of Beethoven & Mozart is still a go-to place. What I like most about Schwarzen Kameel is that it has so many faces....let me list some of them and you can see for yourself. It's a restaurant, deli & store, bar, sidewalk café. It serves breakfast, lunch, & dinner and snacks. You can dine here inexpensively in the bar, or enjoy table-linen fine dining in the restaurant, or just savor a wine in the people-watching Schanigarten (café). One thing I can guarantee you is that it is always crowded - yes after 400 years it def still has a buzz about it. And I have usually found the always white-jacketed wait staff to be efficient and mostly friendly despite being very busy. To celebrate its 400th birthday, I stopped in for a lunch and thoroughly enjoyed the Rahmgurkensalat, Wiener Backhendl (breaded fried chicken Viennese style), and Schladminger Bier. The waiter was great and very attentive. I only hope the Schwarzen Kameel is able to celebrate a half-a-millennium birthday in 2118. (I'll unfortunately though have to miss that celebration!) Special note - Kameel is actually a variation on the family name of its founder and not the German word for camel which is Kamel. But since everyone has always thought of the restaurant as To The Black Camel (Zum Schwarzen Kamel), it long ago gave in to the misconception and adopted a black camel as its symbol. read more

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Peak people watching. The food is generally always good but sit outside if you can, under the heaters when cold out, and watch the people go by. It's easy to spend an extra hour or two here after you dine because it's such a scene. read more

Omigosh, LOVE this place. My favorite restaurant in Vienna. It's bustling and packed, but that almost adds to the traditional upscale European vibe. I couldn't even decide what to eat because I wanted everything on the menu. And each item that came out was better than the last--I was in heaven. I started with the truffle-foam soup, which was so delicious and perfect that my colleague had to order a bowl as well. I also got the escargot, which were as good as I have ever had in France. And finished with meatballs and mashed potatoes; the plate was wiped clean, the potatoes were so creamy and flavorful, as well as the meatballs and sauce, absolutely perfect! Will come back here on every trip. read more

Good food, decent price. Sat outside, good people watching. Very good asparagus soup and Wiener schnitzel. I guess they are used to tourists, as they were very nice to English speakers read more

I was excited to go to this place bc a lot of Viennese people talked about it. I have been there twice: The first time, a pointedly unfriendly server kept forgetting our wine order (after having ignored us for about 15-20 minutes). While they have some really good wines and the food is also good (though not superb), the service really was very disappointing. The second time was about the same as the first only with a different server, it almost seems like they are perfectly nice to the regulars but not so much to out-of-towners, so I am sorry to say I am not a fan of this place. read more

A total disappointment! Service utterly unfriendly, with a bourgeois clientele suffering from "holier than thou" syndrome. Make sure you practise your "pissed off" face, and perfect your "dismissively eyeing passers-by" if you want to fit in with the crowd outside. Operative word : "if you want to ..." "M'as-tu vu" is an understatement!! When we ordered the hot chocolate with Cointreau, a cold "we don't have hot chocolate anymore" was the reply. No chocolate? IN VIENNA?! This in combination with the above mentioned points made our decision to leave all the more easy. Also the smoking is so bad, it's ridiculous (and I'm a smoker myself!). read more

Great spot for drinks, people watching and a quick snack on the go in Vienna. Day or night.

This place deserves multiple reviews since it consists out of several distinct entities. It is worth pointing out that Kameel has the absolutely, hands down, best Wiener Schnitzel in town, and that it is not on the menu (kind of their trademark) - the locals know that and if you order it, you'll get a classic that is out of this world! I'll review the front of the house - bar/standing area serving little open faced sandwiches, wiener schnitzels, small deserts, etc. I'll leave the adjacent restaurant review for some other time because the menu is completely different. Now at the front house/bar area - I am a regular. The finger food: - Sandwiches - all of them, and they have 30 different kinds, are excellent. They are mostly open faced sandwiches with a variety of home made spreads. I love the egg salad with curry, the spicy ham and my absolute favorite is Styrian pumpkin seed spread. I can eat a dozen of these and go back for more. - Other eats - you can get a cut up Wiener schnitzel to be eaten like finger food, with wine and cheese. I like this concept. - Sweets - very good too, large variety so you can try different ones. - Wine - smaller by the glass selection of acceptable wines. They also have beer - small size only - as well as different coffee drinks. But what I really like is that you can get all of the little sandwiches and sweets to go, or better yet, have them delivered to your home if you are hosting a party. I have done that a couple of times and the order was always accurate and the delivery was right on time. read more

Possibly the worst service we've had in quite a while. If you're looking for horrible wine service and decent food in an iconic restaurant with arrogant and inattentive service, this is your place read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Kameel - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

Great service! Very good food despite all the tourists! Very professional staff, nice menu, fresh well prepared food. I had the lamb and my husband the taste of Austria menu. read more

Zum Schwarzen Kameel is located in the city center of Vienna and offers some of the best Viennese food in the city. The atmosphere was completely casual when we came in during a lunch hour and there were plenty of open tables outside. All of the main dishes and specialties of the restaurant were heavy on protein, so we decided to split an artichoke/arugula/tomato salad and a pot roast dish called Rindstafelspitz. While the salad was nothing too memorable, the Rindstafelspitz was delicious. The meat was tender and fell apart without needing to use a knife, but it was honestly not all that flavorful. However, the sides that came with the dish complemented the meat perfectly and completed the dish by providing fantastic flavors. First, the creamed spinach served next to the meat was savory, decadent, and not overly creamy/milky like the creamed spinaches that would be found in an American steakhouse. The roast potato strips were perfectly crispy, buttery, and salty--undoubtedly the best roast potatoes I've ever had. Then there were two sauces on the side: an applesauce with grated strips of horseradish that was sweet with a pleasantly surprising kick, and a chive-mayo type sauce that was creamy and herbal. It was so much fun to break off strips of meat and dollop some of each of the sauces/sides together on the fork in order to form perfect, individual bites. read more

Zum schwarzen Kameel - Rindstafelspitz with crisp potatoes, creamed spinach, apple sauce, and chive sauce - Austrian Near Me - Vienna, 9

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