Maiers
Kapuzinerberg, Salzburg
Restaurant in Salzburg, Austria
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Maiers works for an evening-only Salzburg dinner when the goal is a quieter Steingasse setting rather than a high-ceremony destination meal. Book it for small groups or couples who want a practical late dinner plan; cross-shop if published cuisine, price, awards, or a defined tasting format matter to the decision.
About Maiers
Maiers is a Salzburg dinner option with a narrow schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 6–11 PM, closed Monday and Sunday. The dress code is smart casual. Beyond those practical points, details such as cuisine, menu format, pricing, chef information, awards, seating are not specified, so it works best as an evening option to confirm directly rather than a restaurant to choose for a specific published concept.
Use Maiers when the plan is simply to arrange an evening meal in Salzburg within its opening window. Skip it if the group needs lunch, Sunday or Monday availability, published pricing, a clearly stated cuisine, or a documented tasting-menu-style destination. For anything beyond hours and dress code, check the restaurant directly before committing.
Choose Maiers for an evening meal, not a full-day dining plan
The planning case is clearest for dinner, because the hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 6–11 PM. There is no lunch service, so Maiers should not be treated as a midday option. For broader planning, use Our full Salzburg restaurants guide, plus Our full Salzburg hotels guide, Our full Salzburg bars guide, Our full Salzburg wineries guide, Our full Salzburg experiences guide.
Because published menu style, chef detail, awards, price are not specified, the safer recommendation is to consider Maiers for a Salzburg dinner window rather than for a specific dish, format, or credential. If the night needs a more clearly defined alternative, compare it with Alvera Monte Mio, Das Gablerbräu, Jakob's Esskultur, KOLLER+KOLLER am Waagplatz, or Uncle Van.
Who should plan around Maiers, who should cross-shop
Consider Maiers if the group wants a Salzburg dinner from Tuesday through Saturday and is comfortable with smart casual dress. Cross-shop if the meal needs stronger signals: a listed cuisine, a named chef, a published tasting format, a known price ceiling, lunch service, or Sunday and Monday flexibility. Other Salzburg dining rooms may be better fits when those details matter more than a simple evening plan.
Planning details
- Location
- Steingasse 61, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
- Website
- maiers-salzburg.at
- Phone
- +43662879379
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Maiers occupies a quietly historic corner of Steingasse, where stone walls, low archways and worn thresholds set a restrained, classic tone. The write-up emphasises a sensory shift on arrival—the buzz of the tourist circuits falls away here—so the room feels more like a neighbourhood retreat than a stage for festival crowds. That context lends the restaurant an intimate, charming atmosphere rooted in local rhythm rather than showy presentation. Expect a subdued, quietly confident dining room that prioritises texture and place over polish.
Best For
Maiers reads as a dinner destination, particularly for date nights and special occasions when you want to escape the tourist-heavy old town. Its steakhouse focus and the signature mains—Rib-Eye Steak, Beef Tartar and Carpaccio—make evening meals the natural fit, and the neighbourhood setting rewards guests seeking a quieter, resident-oriented experience. The restaurant operates in Salzburg’s quieter dining register, appealing to diners who prize atmosphere and classic preparations over the city’s high-profile gastronomic theater.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the restaurant’s strengths: the Rib-Eye Steak is a clear anchor, while the Beef Tartar and Carpaccio show a focus on well-handled raw and cured beef preparations. The Tagliatelle with Scallops offers a contrast to the red-meat choices and signals that the kitchen balances surf and turf-style options. Given the venue’s steakhouse identity and signature dishes, ordering one of the beef preparations alongside a lighter seafood pasta makes for a balanced meal that reflects the menu highlights.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy cave-like vaulted ceilings with candlelit tables creating a calm romantic atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Rib-Eye Steak
- Beef Tartar
- Carpaccio
- Tagliatelle with Scallops
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Alvera Monte Mio, Notable alternative
- Jakob's Esskultur, Notable alternative
- KOLLER+KOLLER am Waagplatz, Notable alternative
- Uncle Van, Notable alternative
- Das Gablerbräu, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Maiers compares in Salzburg
Maiers is the lower-friction choice if the priority is an evening restaurant in a quieter Steingasse setting. Alvera Monte Mio and Jakob's Esskultur are better cross-shops when the group wants a more clearly framed dining decision, especially if cuisine style, price expectations, or occasion value need to be obvious before booking.
For a more central Old Town feel, KOLLER+KOLLER am Waagplatz is the safer comparison. It makes more sense for visitors who want the meal attached to classic Salzburg foot traffic and a more visible address. Maiers is better when the room should feel less exposed and the dinner can be the quieter part of the night.
If value and ease matter more than atmosphere, Uncle Van and Das Gablerbräu are the practical backups. Choose Uncle Van for a more casual, quick-format meal, Das Gablerbräu for a traditional group-friendly Salzburg option, Maiers when the evening calls for something calmer and more adult without turning into a splurge-first booking.
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Compare Maiers
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Maiers | Salzburg | No published awards |
| Alvera Monte Mio | Salzburg | No published awards |
| Jakob's Esskultur | Salzburg | No published awards |
| KOLLER+KOLLER am Waagplatz | Salzburg | No published awards |
| Uncle Van | Salzburg | No published awards |
| Das Gablerbräu | Salzburg | No published awards |
How Maiers Salzburg compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I plan for Maiers?
For a Tue–Sat dinner, plan once your date is fixed and confirm directly with the restaurant. The schedule is 6–11 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed, so your window is narrower than at a venue with more published service times.
What are alternatives to Maiers in Salzburg?
If you want to compare other Salzburg options, consider KOLLER+KOLLER am Waagplatz, Das Gablerbräu, Alvera Monte Mio, Jakob's Esskultur, Uncle Van. Maiers makes the most sense when its Tuesday-to-Saturday dinner hours fit your plan.
What should I wear to Maiers?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for smart casual clothing.
Can Maiers accommodate groups?
Group capacity is not specified, so contact Maiers directly before committing to a larger plan. The service window is Tuesday through Saturday, 6–11 PM.
Is lunch or dinner better at Maiers?
Dinner is the option to plan around. Maiers is open Tuesday through Saturday from 6–11 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed, there is no lunch service.
Is Maiers good for a special occasion?
It may work for a special dinner if the hours and smart casual dress code suit your plans. Details such as menu format, pricing, awards are not specified, so check directly if those factors are important.
