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    Hungry Heart, Restaurant in Graz
    Restaurant

    Hungry Heart

    Lend, Graz

    Restaurant in Graz, Austria

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    The Read

    Price

    $10–20per person

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Hungry Heart is a practical Graz pick when ease matters more than a formal dining brief. Choose it for a relaxed, flexible night around Mariahilfer Strasse; cross-shop Starcke Haus if you want a more defined international, higher-spend meal, or BO SUPPE and Kabuff for other casual Graz options.

    About Hungry Heart

    Consider Hungry Heart if the goal is a casual Graz stop rather than a formal destination meal. With hours from 3–11 PM Monday through Saturday and Sunday closure, it fits best as a late-afternoon or evening option for diners who want to keep the plan simple.

    The main planning notes are direct: Hungry Heart is in Graz, the dress code is casual, and the listed opening window is 3–11 PM from Monday to Saturday. Cuisine, menu, chef, price tier, reservation difficulty, and service style are not clearly defined, so the safest way to evaluate it is as a casual option rather than a highly defined destination.

    A casual Graz pick when flexibility matters more than ceremony

    This is not a dish-led recommendation, so the decision should be framed around the known basics. If the group wants a chef-led meal, a known cuisine angle, or a clearly documented special-occasion format, compare elsewhere before committing. If the group wants a casual Graz venue with evening hours, Hungry Heart is a reasonable place to consider.

    That also means it should not be presented as a major trip anchor. For a broader view, use our full Graz restaurants guide and cross-shop more defined options. Travelers building a wider city plan can also pair dinner research with our full Graz hotels guide, our full Graz bars guide, our full Graz wineries guide, and our full Graz experiences guide.

    Who should pick it, and who should trade up

    Choose Hungry Heart for a casual evening in Graz when the basics are enough for the plan. Skip it for a major occasion if you need details on cuisine, menu style, chef, awards, pricing, or a more structured format. With no cuisine, chef, awards, or price tier attached, the safer stance is to treat it as a simple casual listing, not a splurge recommendation.

    The smarter move is to match the choice to the night. If you want to compare Hungry Heart with other named options, look at BO SUPPE, Kabuff, Caylend, Kaoo Riverside, and Starcke Haus against the mood and details you can verify for your own plans. Hungry Heart works well when casual dress and its Monday-to-Saturday evening hours are the deciding facts; it is less useful when the meal needs a more clearly documented identity.

    The takeThis is a neighbourhood dinner spot for people who want big, satisfying plates and a considered wine list. The menu’s focus on burgers and hearty mains suits evening meals and relaxed get‑togethers, while the venue’s wine emphasis draws diners who take an interest in Styrian whites, Welschriesling and local rosés. It’s well suited to repeat visits from residents who know the producers and appreciate drinking with context, and it performs best when you’re after an unfussy, flavour‑forward dinner paired with attentive wine choices rather than formal service.
    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextGraz, Austria

    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 3–11 PM · Tuesday: 3–11 PM
    Location
    Mariahilfer Str. 23, 8020 Graz, Austria
    Website
    thehungryheart.at
    Phone
    +436764117573
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Hungry Heart reads like a proper neighbourhood restaurant anchored in west Graz. It sits on Mariahilfer Strasse amid late‑nineteenth‑century buildings, so the setting feels rooted and slightly historic rather than touristy. The front‑of‑house personality leans casual, burgers and comfort plates are front and center, but the wine list brings a quieter sophistication: this is a place where locals trade opinions about recent Styrian vintages. The result is an approachable, lived‑in room that balances everyday comfort with a serious appreciation for regional wine and a considered feel.

    Best For

    This is a neighbourhood dinner spot for people who want big, satisfying plates and a considered wine list. The menu’s focus on burgers and hearty mains suits evening meals and relaxed get‑togethers, while the venue’s wine emphasis draws diners who take an interest in Styrian whites, Welschriesling and local rosés. It’s well suited to repeat visits from residents who know the producers and appreciate drinking with context, and it performs best when you’re after an unfussy, flavour‑forward dinner paired with attentive wine choices rather than formal service.

    Ordering Tips

    Start with one of the signature burgers: classics like the Black Angus & Cheese or the more distinctive Duck Burger with chilli mayo showcase the kitchen’s approach to texture and seasoning. Given the venue’s strong Styrian wine focus, consider ordering a regional white such as a Südsteiermark Sauvignon Blanc or a local Welschriesling to cut through the richness; alternatively, try a Schilcher rosé from the Weststeiermark for a fruitier counterpoint. Keep portions and pairings simple: bold, savoury burgers and bright, acidic Styrian wines are a natural match.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Vibrant and energetic street food atmosphere with a warm, casual vibe in the trendy Lend district; popular late-night destination.

    Tags

    Vibe

    TrendyLively

    Best For

    Casual HangoutAfter WorkLate Night

    Experience

    Open KitchenStandalone

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Counter Service
    Meal Pacing
    Quick Bite
    Capacity
    Small
    Kitchen
    Comfort cooking
    Menu Format
    A la carte
    Drinks Focus
    Craft beer, Beer
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly

    Signature Dishes

    • Black Angus & Cheese Burger
    • BBQ Pulled Pork Burger
    • Chicken Caesar Burger
    • Roasted Carrot Burger
    • Philly Cheese Steak
    • Duck Burger with Chilli Mayo
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    Mariahilfer Str. 23, 8020 Graz, Austria

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    3–11 PM
    Tuesday
    3–11 PM
    Wednesday
    3–11 PM
    Thursday
    3–11 PM
    Friday
    3–11 PM
    Saturday
    3–11 PM
    Sunday
    Closed

    Location

    Mariahilfer Str. 23, 8020 Graz, Austria · Directions

    +436764117573

    thehungryheart.at

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • BO SUPPE, Notable alternative
    • Caylend, Notable alternative
    • Kabuff, Notable alternative
    • Kaoo Riverside, Notable alternative
    • Starcke Haus, International, €€€€
    Restaurant context

    How Hungry Heart compares in Graz

    Hungry Heart is the convenience-led option in this Graz set: easier to treat as a casual plan, less useful as the meal that defines the night. Starcke Haus is the clearer pick for diners who want a defined international format and are comfortable with a €€€€ spend. If the occasion matters, start there rather than forcing Hungry Heart into a celebratory role.

    For casual cross-shopping, BO SUPPE and Kabuff make more sense when the priority is keeping the meal simple and low-commitment. Caylend and Kaoo Riverside are worth checking when location or room feel is the deciding factor. Hungry Heart is the right answer when booking friction and flexibility matter more than a documented cuisine angle.

    Treat it as the easier bet; choose Starcke Haus for a more structured spend, and compare BO SUPPE, Kabuff, Caylend, and Kaoo Riverside when the night calls for another casual Graz option.

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    Hungry Heart Graz and similar venues
    VenueLocationCuisinePriceAwards
    Hungry HeartGrazNo published awards
    BO SUPPEGrazNo published awards
    CaylendGrazNo published awards
    KabuffGrazNo published awards
    Kaoo RiversideGrazNo published awards
    Starcke HausGrazInternational€€€€
    Michelin Guide Austria 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate

    How Hungry Heart Graz compares with similar nearby venues.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is lunch or dinner better at Hungry Heart?

    Dinner or a late-afternoon visit is the clearer fit, because Hungry Heart is open from 3–11 PM Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday. The schedule starts at 3 PM, so lunch is not the natural fit.

    Is Hungry Heart good for a special occasion?

    Only if the occasion is casual. The dress code is casual, while details such as cuisine, price, awards, menu format, and special-occasion service style are not clearly defined.

    What are alternatives to Hungry Heart in Graz?

    For other named options to compare, look at BO SUPPE, Caylend, Kabuff, Kaoo Riverside, or Starcke Haus. Hungry Heart makes sense when its casual dress code and Monday-to-Saturday 3–11 PM hours fit your plan.

    What should I wear to Hungry Heart?

    Keep it casual. Hungry Heart in Graz has a casual dress code and hours of 3–11 PM Monday through Saturday.