
Amerlingbeisl
Hofburg, Vienna
Bar in Vienna, Austria
The Read
Viennese Beisl Tradition
Why go
A practical Neubau choice for a relaxed Vienna stop, not a destination pick for cocktail obsessives. Amerlingbeisl makes the most sense for flexible groups that care more about location and ease than a named drinks program or formal bar ritual.
About Amerlingbeisl
Amerlingbeisl is a Vienna venue with daily hours from 12 PM to 2 AM and a casual dress code. It is a flexible, casual option, especially if you want a place that stays open from midday until late.
The main reason to consider it is practical: it is open every day from midday until late. That makes it easier to fit into a Vienna itinerary than venues with narrower hours. If your plans depend on specific menus, prices, booking rules, dietary accommodations, or a particular bar or dining format, confirm those details directly before making Amerlingbeisl the anchor of the outing.
A casual Vienna pick when timing matters
Amerlingbeisl's profile is direct: Vienna, casual dress, long daily opening hours. Those facts are useful for planning, but they do not confirm a specific neighborhood, address, cuisine, chef, award history, menu, drinks list, or price level.
Use it when you want a casual venue that is open from 12 PM to 2 AM every day. For travelers building a fuller Vienna plan, it can sit alongside Our full Vienna bars guide, Our full Vienna restaurants guide, Our full Vienna hotels guide.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose Amerlingbeisl if the hours and casual dress code suit your Vienna plans. Cross-shop if you need a venue with a clearly defined specialty, format, view, drinks focus, or booking structure. Other Vienna options to compare naturally include R&Bar;, Champagne Characters, Der Dachboden bar + loft, Espresso Bar, If Dogs Run Free, depending on what kind of evening you are planning.
Planning details
- Location
- Stiftgasse 8, 1070 Wien, Austria
- Website
- amerlingbeisl.at
- Phone
- +43 1 5261660
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Amerlingbeisl reads like a neighbourhood institution rather than a destination for tourists. It sits on Stiftgasse in Neubau and embodies the Beisl tradition—a middle register between formal dining and a tavern—where materials feel a touch rough and the layout favours a porous transition from street to interior. The courtyard and half-covered terrace extend the usable season and blur inside and outside, so the room never feels sealed off. Regulars—residents, studio workers and students—give the place a lived-in, low-key charm that feels authentic to the district's quieter, arts-oriented rhythms.
Best For
This is a place to drop into after work or to linger over a relaxed evening meal. Because it operates on local rhythms and sits outside the tourist heart, it suits neighbourhood crowds and anyone seeking a measured, convivial experience rather than a high‑ceremony dinner. Outdoor courtyard and terrace seating makes it appealing in shoulder seasons, and the Beisl format’s focus on regional, approachable dishes aligns with unhurried weeknight dinners, informal date nights, or casual catch-ups with friends in a quietly cultured part of Neubau.
Ordering Tips
Menus at a Beisl like Amerlingbeisl tend to foreground regional, traditional preparations interpreted for a neighbourhood audience; lean into the house’s take on local classics rather than hunting for novelty. If outdoor seating is available, request a table in the courtyard or on the half-covered terrace to experience the venue’s characteristic inside-out flow. Given the spot’s audience of residents and local workers, expect thoughtful, seasonally oriented plates rather than table-side ceremony—order a couple of dishes to share and enjoy the relaxed pacing.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and tranquil with shaded greenery, lanterns, and a calm, relaxing atmosphere in the intimate courtyard.
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Format
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Pub
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the evening is about cocktails, look at If Dogs Run Free or R&Bar; instead. If the room or occasion matters more, Der Dachboden bar + loft is the more obvious cross-shop.
Bar context
How It Compares
Amerlingbeisl is the lower-friction choice in this Vienna set: easier to fit into a loose evening than a more concept-led cocktail stop, better for groups that do not want to plan the night around a single drinks list. If cocktail precision is the priority, cross-shop R&Bar; or If Dogs Run Free before choosing this.
For atmosphere-led plans, Der Dachboden bar + loft is the clearer pick when the room itself needs to carry the occasion, while Champagne Characters is the more focused choice when sparkling wine is the brief. Amerlingbeisl is the practical alternative when the group wants something less specialized.
Espresso Bar reads as a tighter stop for a shorter, drink-led plan; Amerlingbeisl is better for a more open-ended evening. Pick it for flexibility and ease, not for a high-stakes cocktail comparison.
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Compare Amerlingbeisl
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Amerlingbeisl | Vienna | No published awards |
| R&Bar | Vienna | No published awards |
| Espresso Bar | Vienna | No published awards |
| Der Dachboden bar + loft | Vienna | No published awards |
| Champagne Characters | Vienna | No published awards |
| If Dogs Run Free | Vienna | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #494 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Amerlingbeisl?
Amerlingbeisl is open from 12 PM to 2 AM every day in Vienna, so the best time depends on your schedule. If a specific atmosphere, menu, or service style matters, confirm directly before you go.
Is Amerlingbeisl open late?
Yes. Amerlingbeisl stays open until 2 AM every day in Vienna. That gives it a broad daily window compared with venues that have shorter posted hours.





















