The Hummus Workshop
Inner City, Vienna
Restaurant in Vienna, Austria
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Dress
Casual
Why go
The Hummus Workshop works for a casual Vienna meal when the group wants something focused and low-ceremony. It is a better fit for lunch, relaxed dinner, or an informal catch-up than for a formal celebration or private-dining-style experience.
About The Hummus Workshop
The Hummus Workshop is a casual venue in Vienna. Plan around its published hours and dress code rather than assuming a specific menu format, service style, seating setup, or occasion fit.
Hours are Monday 11:30 AM–3 PM; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:30 AM–9 PM; Friday and Saturday 11:30 AM–10 PM; and Sunday closed. Dress is casual.
Planning Tips
The Hummus Workshop is a casual Vienna option. Do not assume private rooms, counter seating, a particular service format, take-out, delivery, dietary accommodations, or a specific menu structure unless you confirm directly with the venue.
For visitors planning around the city, pair this with broader research rather than treating it as the anchor of the day. Our full Vienna restaurants guide is the better starting point for a meal-led itinerary, while Our full Vienna bars guide, Our full Vienna hotels guide, Our full Vienna wineries guide, Our full Vienna experiences guide help decide what surrounds it.
Who should cross-shop it
If you are comparing casual dining options in Vienna, look at Porzellan or Gasthaus Tante Liesl. Ausgabe, PLAIN Vienna, SteirAsia are also relevant comparison points when deciding where to eat in the city.
For a wider search, keep the comparison broad and focus on key aspects: location in Vienna, casual dress, the published weekly schedule. The Hummus Workshop is closed on Sunday, has a shorter Monday schedule, stays open later on Friday and Saturday than on Tuesday through Thursday.
Planning details
- Location
- Porzellangasse 3, 1090 Wien, Austria
- Website
- thehummusworkshop.at
- Phone
- +434313103670
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Hummus Workshop occupies a quietly focused corner of Vienna’s 9th district, presenting simple, carefully executed food without ceremony. It feels intimate and neighborhood-minded: a small counter-style spot where quality of ingredients and careful technique matter more than presentation flash. The tone is relaxed rather than formal, rooted in a plant-forward ethos that treats hummus as a serious, variable dish rather than filler. Expect an unpretentious, charming environment that rewards attention to texture, tahini, and seasonal vegetable pairings rather than tasting-menu ambition.
Best For
This is a great pick for solo diners, quick lunches, or low-key casual hangouts with one or two friends. The counter-oriented, workshop mindset lends itself to straightforward, ingredient-led plates that are easy to order at the bar or a small table. It isn’t positioned as a place for formal celebrations or large private events; instead it excels as a neighborhood stop for people who appreciate plant-forward cooking and thoughtful, daily-made hummus variations. Evenings are suitable for relaxed dinners where the food, not the fanfare, is the point.
Ordering Tips
Focus on the hummus: try the signature variations — Mushroom Hummus, Hummus & Rind, and Hummus Ratatouille — to sample how the kitchen plays with texture, seasoning, and seasonal vegetables. Ask staff about their chickpea and tahini sourcing and whether hummus is cooked from dried chickpeas daily, since the description flags preparation method as central to quality. Save room for the Tahini Cheesecake for a nutty, creamy finish that echoes the kitchen’s tahini-forward approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, welcoming atmosphere with a focus on quality Middle Eastern comfort food; intimate neighborhood spot.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Mushroom Hummus
- Hummus & Rind
- Hummus Ratatouille
- Tahini Cheesecake
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ausgabe, Notable alternative
- Gasthaus Tante Liesl, Notable alternative
- Porzellan, Notable alternative
- PLAIN Vienna, Notable alternative
- SteirAsia, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Vienna
The Hummus Workshop is the pragmatic choice when the table wants a focused casual meal rather than a longer restaurant night. Compared with Gasthaus Tante Liesl or Porzellan, it reads less like a conventional sit-down occasion and more like an easy, specific food stop.
For a more contemporary cross-shop, compare it with Ausgabe, PLAIN Vienna, SteirAsia. Those are stronger candidates when ambiance or a more composed evening matters; The Hummus Workshop makes more sense when value, simplicity, a low-pressure meal are the decision drivers.
For groups, choose carefully. The Hummus Workshop is better for informal sharing than for a private-dining brief, while Porzellan or Gasthaus Tante Liesl are the safer comparisons if the meal needs to feel more structured.
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Compare The Hummus Workshop
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Hummus Workshop | Vienna | No published awards |
| Ausgabe | Vienna | No published awards |
| Gasthaus Tante Liesl | Vienna | No published awards |
| Porzellan | Vienna | No published awards |
| PLAIN Vienna | Vienna | No published awards |
| SteirAsia | Vienna | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book The Hummus Workshop?
Booking requirements are not specified. Plan around the published hours: Monday 11:30 AM–3 PM; Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 AM–9 PM; Friday and Saturday 11:30 AM–10 PM; Sunday closed.
What should I wear to The Hummus Workshop?
Keep it casual. The dress code for The Hummus Workshop in Vienna is casual.
When is The Hummus Workshop open?
The schedule runs from 11:30 AM on Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed. Monday ends at 3 PM, Tuesday through Thursday end at 9 PM, Friday and Saturday end at 10 PM.
Can The Hummus Workshop accommodate groups?
What are alternatives to The Hummus Workshop in Vienna?
Porzellan, Gasthaus Tante Liesl, Ausgabe, PLAIN Vienna, SteirAsia are useful comparison points when considering other Vienna dining options.
Is The Hummus Workshop good for a special occasion?
Special-occasion features are not specified. The dress code is casual, so it is safest to treat The Hummus Workshop as a casual Vienna option unless you confirm more details directly.
