Dani's Imbisstüberl
Simmering, Vienna
Restaurant in Vienna, Austria
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Dani's Imbisstüberl works for a casual Vienna meal when ease matters more than ceremony. It is a better fit for quick plans, solo dining, or low-pressure groups than for a destination dinner; compare it with Würstelwaggon for an even more casual stop and Gasthaus Stern for a fuller regional restaurant experience.
About Dani's Imbisstüberl
For a Vienna visit that needs a casual, low-ceremony stop, Dani's Imbisstüberl is a practical option rather than a heavily detailed dining destination. Plan around what is known: it is in Vienna, the dress code is casual, the posted hours cover daytime and evening on weekdays, a shorter day on Saturday, closure on Sunday.
A practical Vienna stop with limited details
The reason to consider it is direct: the profile is casual and practical. There is no chef, cuisine, menu format, price level, reservation policy, drinks program, or award information to build a special-occasion plan around, so expectations should stay simple.
First-timers comparing options should use Dani's Imbisstüberl as an everyday Vienna stop. If the goal is a more defined restaurant comparison, Gasthaus Stern is another option to consider. Würstelwaggon is also worth keeping in mind as a separate comparison point. Dani's Imbisstüberl should be chosen on convenience and fit, not on claims about a signature dish or formal format.
Who should choose it
Choose it when the group wants something casual in Vienna and the timing matches the posted hours. Skip it if the meal needs a confirmed cuisine angle, a notable chef hook, detailed dietary information, or a room that is meant to carry the evening on its own. For broader planning, use Our full Vienna restaurants guide alongside Our full Vienna bars guide and Our full Vienna experiences guide to build the rest of the day around the meal.
Quick reference: dress is casual. Hours are 9 AM–10 PM Monday through Friday, 10 AM–7 PM Saturday, closed Sunday. Beyond those basics, confirm any needs directly before making it the anchor of a plan.
Planning details
- Location
- Lautenschlägergasse 57, 1110 Wien, Austria
- Website
- facebook.com
- Phone
- +436602034320
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dani's Imbisstüberl reads like a working‑district staple — small, straightforward and unselfconscious. It sits firmly in Vienna’s Imbisstüberl tradition: an informal neighbourhood lunch room where weekday rhythms matter more than occasion dining. The tone is casual and approachable, prioritising availability and familiarity over choreography and ceremony. Rather than aiming for culinary spectacle, Dani’s is rooted in everyday feeding: quick plates, familiar sausage classics and a service model that keeps the focus on the food and the local clientele who pass through regularly.
Best For
This is a spot for uncomplicated, everyday meals rather than destination dining. It’s especially well suited to solo visitors, neighbourhood workers and anyone looking for an honest, affordable lunch in the outer districts. The format favours quick visits and familiar comfort food — a practical stop during a workday or a low‑effort meal when you want something reliably satisfying. The restaurant offers a useful counterpoint to Vienna’s more formal dining tiers, giving a direct flavour of how many locals actually eat.
Ordering Tips
Expect a counter‑forward experience: the Imbisstüberl format often means counter service or minimal table service, so order simply and directly. Stick to the classics the place is known for — the Käsekrainer and the Bosna — and plan for a quick, unpretentious meal rather than a lingering, multi‑course dinner. The emphasis here is on availability and value, so come prepared for a straightforward transaction and an unfussy plate that reflects Vienna’s everyday sausage‑stand culture.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and cozy street food atmosphere with focus on quality sausages.
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Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Käsekrainer
- Bosna
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If You Cannot Make It Work
Choose Würstelwaggon if the plan is fast, casual, low-spend. Choose Gasthaus Stern if the meal needs regional cuisine and a more complete restaurant setting.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Against Würstelwaggon, Dani's Imbisstüberl is the more settled choice if the group wants to sit longer and avoid a pure stand-style stop. Würstelwaggon is the cleaner pick for a fast snack; this is better when the meal needs a little more pause without turning into a formal booking.
Gasthaus Stern is the better choice for diners who want defined regional cuisine and a fuller restaurant feel at €€. Dani's Imbisstüberl is easier to justify when value and convenience matter more than ambiance or a specific culinary brief.
Food Garden, Lusthaus, the nice guys make more sense when the setting or occasion is doing more of the work. Pick Dani's Imbisstüberl for the least complicated meal; cross-shop those when the room, crowd, or overall experience matters more.
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Compare Dani's Imbisstüberl
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dani's Imbisstüberl | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Würstelwaggon | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Gasthaus Stern | Vienna | Regional Cuisine | €€ | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Austria 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Food Garden | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Lusthaus | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| the nice guys | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dani's Imbisstüberl good for solo dining?
There is no seating or service-format detail to confirm a specific solo-dining setup. It is a casual venue in Vienna, so it may suit a simple stop, but confirm any practical needs directly.
Does Dani's Imbisstüberl handle dietary restrictions?
Is lunch or dinner better at Dani's Imbisstüberl?
The hours allow for daytime and evening visits Monday through Friday, with a shorter Saturday schedule and Sunday closure. Dani's Imbisstüberl is open 9 AM–10 PM Monday through Friday and 10 AM–7 PM Saturday.
