Gasthaus Haller
Brigittenau, Vienna
Restaurant in Vienna, Austria
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Gasthaus Haller if the goal is an easy, low-pressure meal in Vienna's 20th district rather than a destination dinner. It suits solo diners, small groups, neighborhood-focused plans; compare with Mraz & Sohn if the night calls for a more ambitious modern Austrian experience.
About Gasthaus Haller
Gasthaus Haller is a Vienna option to consider when the brief is simple: a casual dress code, broad daytime-to-evening opening hours on most operating days, a dining plan that does not need to be framed as a destination tasting-menu night. Consider it if the hours and location in Vienna suit your day, look elsewhere if you need a choice built around a confirmed chef, cuisine, price point, signature dish, or award trail.
A Vienna pick for diners who value ease over theater
The useful way to frame Gasthaus Haller is as a practical Vienna option rather than a documented splurge. It is closed on Tuesday, open 10 AM–11 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Friday, open 10 AM–10 PM on Saturday and Sunday. That schedule gives it more flexibility than a dinner-only plan, while the casual dress code keeps the decision low-pressure.
Without a confirmed cuisine, chef, pricing, or signature-dish detail, the smart approach is to avoid arriving with a fixed dish or format in mind. Check what is available when you go, keep expectations grounded, use it for a relaxed meal rather than a tightly planned culinary stop. For broader Vienna planning, the full Vienna restaurants guide is a better starting point; travelers mapping the rest of a trip can also use the Vienna hotels guide and Vienna bars guide.
Choose it when convenience matters more than a headline meal
Gasthaus Haller makes the most sense as a flexible Vienna choice when the basics are enough: casual dress and clear weekly hours, with Tuesday as the closure to plan around. If you are comparing other options, DIE PFERDEFLEISCHEREI Gumprecht Filiale Friedensbrücke and Am Nordpol 3 are names to research separately, while other dining in Vienna may be a better fit if you need more detail before choosing.
The verdict: choose Gasthaus Haller for a low-stakes meal in Vienna when timing and ease matter more than a heavily defined restaurant experience. For another Vienna restaurant to compare, Mraz & Sohn is an option. For a casual crawl across Vienna options, keep other unnamed stops in the mix instead of forcing one meal to do everything.
Planning details
- Location
- Wallensteinstraße 49, 1200 Wien, Austria
- Website
- gasthaus-haller.at
- Phone
- +434313322576
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Gasthaus Haller reads like a practical piece of Viennese social infrastructure: a neighbourhood room that preserves the traditional Gasthaus format outside the touristified centre. The writing frames it as durable and unpretentious — a working-class, mixed-residential context where the kitchen follows a weekly rhythm rather than a single creative thesis. Expect a warm, relaxed environment focused on straightforward Austrian classics rather than avant-garde presentation. The place privileges familiarity and clarity: daily specials on boards, a broad repertoire of soups and cold starters, and house staples that anchor regular local traffic rather than one-off tasting menus.
Best For
This is a restaurant for everyday dining: regulars, families and small groups turn up for honest portions and dependable cooking. It is not positioned as a tasting-menu destination but as a neighbourhood choice for lunch or dinner, where the weekly rhythm of the kitchen matters and daily specials are part of the draw. The setting suits solo diners looking for a solid meal, groups who appreciate a readable menu, and anyone seeking a straightforward take on Austrian classics in Brigittenau rather than a formal or theatrical dining experience.
Ordering Tips
Trust the boards: daily specials written on the wall are an essential part of the experience and reflect the kitchen’s weekly rhythm. The menu architecture favors soups, cold starters and a section of Austrian classics — so order from the classics with confidence. The signature Holstein Schnitzel is called out as a must-see dish; pairing a board special with a staple from the classics is a reliable approach. Avoid looking for tasting-menu flourishes; this is a place to enjoy familiar preparations done well.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and charming bodenständig atmosphere with a traditional, rustic inn feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
Holstein Schnitzel
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- rosebar centrala, Notable alternative
- Mraz & Sohn, Modern Austrian, Creative, €€€€
- le petit jeudi, Notable alternative
- DIE PFERDEFLEISCHEREI Gumprecht Filiale Friedensbrücke, Notable alternative
- Am Nordpol 3, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Gasthaus Haller is the practical, easy-booking choice in this Vienna set. It makes more sense for a relaxed Brigittenau meal than for a splurge. Mraz & Sohn is the opposite end of the decision: modern Austrian, creative, €€€€, so choose it when the meal itself is the main event and the budget can carry it.
If the priority is local specificity near Friedensbrücke, DIE PFERDEFLEISCHEREI Gumprecht Filiale Friedensbrücke is the sharper alternative, while Am Nordpol 3 is a sensible cross-shop for another neighborhood-led Vienna meal. rosebar centrala and le petit jeudi are better held as alternatives when the location or room feel matters more than a classic gasthaus-style decision.
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Compare Gasthaus Haller
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gasthaus Haller | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| rosebar centrala | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Mraz & Sohn | Vienna | Modern Austrian, Creative | €€€€ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #60Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Austria 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #752025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin 2 Stars2025 The Best Chef One Knife2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #87 |
| le petit jeudi | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| DIE PFERDEFLEISCHEREI Gumprecht Filiale Friedensbrücke | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Am Nordpol 3 | Vienna | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gasthaus Haller good for solo dining?
If you want an easy Vienna meal without a formal plan, note that the hours run from 10 AM to late evening on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed.
What should I order at Gasthaus Haller?
There is no signature dish or menu format to plan around. Check what is available when you arrive and order based on the current offering rather than chasing a specific showpiece plate.
What should a first-timer know about Gasthaus Haller?
Treat Gasthaus Haller as a practical Vienna stop rather than a destination meal built around awards, a named chef, or a tasting-menu format. It is open most days from 10 AM to late evening, but closed on Tuesday.
Is Gasthaus Haller good for a special occasion?
It is best framed as a casual, low-pressure Vienna choice. If the goal is a more specifically defined night out, compare it with other Vienna dining options such as Mraz & Sohn before deciding.
Can I eat at the bar at Gasthaus Haller?
What should I wear to Gasthaus Haller?
Casual dress is appropriate. There is no need to plan for formal attire.
Can Gasthaus Haller accommodate groups?
Group capacity is not detailed here. If you are planning for a group or need a specific setup, check directly with the venue before committing.
