Kaiservilla exceeded all of my expectations. The tour was absolutely captivating — walking through the rooms and feeling the atmosphere of that era was like stepping back in time. It’s beautifully preserved and offers such a unique glimpse into imperial life. A delightful surprise was the Erwin Wurm exhibit on the grounds — unexpected, modern, and incredibly thought-provoking. The contrast between contemporary art and historical surroundings made the experience even more special. A special mention must go to the lovely lady working at the café. She was so kind and thoughtful, even offering to remake my tea so I could enjoy a fresh cup to go after the tour — such a simple gesture that made a big difference. While the guided tours are in German, the audio guide was excellent. I felt I received all the information I needed and could truly immerse myself in the stories and history. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the region — a perfect blend of culture, art, and genuine hospitality.

Visited on Sep 17, 2025. Sommer residence, unfortunately pictures of the interior were not allowed. Visit os only possible with a guided tour that lasts 45 minutes. Garden is really beautiful

I was expecting more to see, but the guide was perfect. What is really worth to see ist the garden and the exhibition of Ernest Wurm.

Loved the gardens with the art installations- and interesting village with British phone boxes and beautiful click!

The guided trip around villa lasts 45 minutes. It is in German but you are given headphones for the English narration. We went because we have seen the Empress series on Netflix. The gardens are pleasant but hilly.

Beautiful place to visit, another choice from Hallstatt and gosau

The Villa itself is beautiful but inside you can't make photos what is sad for tourists. The tour guide only speak German, but we got papers in our language so we can understand something but he spoke so much an we couldn't understand a thing of it. I really liked every room of the castle but because of the big crowd it was hard to see things, rhe only way was to stay behind and walk almost by yourself. But for the experience to German speaking people is worth it.

A Hidden Gem by the River – Highly Recommended! An excellent location paired with exceptional service and delicious food made for an unforgettable dining experience. The ambiance was elevated by the gentle river flowing beside the outdoor seating area, creating a serene and relaxing atmosphere. Every aspect, from the setting to the service, was top-notch. I would absolutely love to return again!

An elegant restaurant & cafe with beautiful outdoor and indoor seating. There’s a wide variety of food, desserts, and drinks, and the service was excellent.

A beautiful place with a riverside terrace. We had already been to Café Zauner eight years ago, but to the other one in the city center. As it was then a wonderful experience, we absolutely had to try this one. We had coffee, beer and cakes, of course, but the establishment also offers classic dishes, as it's also a restaurant. The prices were a little high, as the quality was excellent, but still not at the same level than Café Demel or Café Central in Vienna. Yet it was the Konditorei of choice for the Austrian emperors in the 19th and 20th century. In short, we had a great time and highly recommend this place for the quality of its cakes, ice creams, coffee, and, of course, its splendid decor (take a look at the photos).

Absolutely would recommend for dinner! We tried a few dishes, lion rabbit, fish, and salad, and each one was delicious. The prices are great for the quality, and every dish was exceptional with a deep taste. The Austrian-style service, but for me it’s perfectly fine, and honestly, it's not a thing when the food is this good.

I had heard so many good things and received a lot of recommendations about this café, but I was really disappointed. I waited 40 minutes for their famous strudel, only for the waiter to come back and tell me, “I forgot to mention — we’re out of it today.” It completely ruined the experience for me. Such odd and careless service left me frustrated, and I simply decided to leave.

The drinks we ordered weren't tasty. But beautiful view

We ordered a chicken am a veal vienna schnitzel and the meat was not cooked until ready for eating. We came for lunch on our way to Vienna from Innsbruck and regretted choosing this option. I saw that most of the reviews were about the desserts, but we didn't try them. Regarding the food itself, I won't recommend coming. Too pricy for the value and taste.

When visiting the town of Bad Ischl in Austria, we did not miss this site either. The ascent by cable car to a height of 1640 meters is continuous with amazing views. At the top there are cozy corners to sit, there are restaurants and walking trails for walkers and those who are not. It is highly recommended not to miss it. We were in May 2025, perfect weather for hiking in a couple. For walkers, you can go up and down on foot, which is a bit challenging. When you buy a ticket at the entrance, ask for a daily parking ticket for the car to put above the steering wheel. There are plenty of parking spaces.

Very authentic cable car with various hiking trails on the top + terrace cafe with national cuisine. We tried the blue hiking trail - the shortest way up to the cross and it was amazing. We found the metal box with journal inside where everyone can leave a note - it was very touchy. The day was sunny and we enjoyed kaiserschmarrn and local beer on the terrace. Parking is free if you buy tickets up and down. Otherwise 5€ per day.

We climbed for 10 minutes. The view was amazing. We did a short part of the walking route. Worth every moment. There is a place at the top for a beer and a snack. There are clean toilets. I'm sure you will enjoy it.

A charming red cable car will take you to the mountain peak in about 30 minutes. The individual cable cars seats four persons and is pretty stable even in slightly windy conditions. The view on the way up is pretty nice and from the top is even more spectacular.

What a great experience! This is a retro cable car 🚡 but taken very good care of, and the experience is therefore so good. I recommend planning the trip together with the free of charge yodel workshop that takes place on the top 😄

Don’t forget to pay after you park. There are two electric vehicle spots if you have an electric vehicle. Purchase your round trip ticket for the cable car and keep it with you. You’ll need to scan it each time for entry. It’s a 15 minute ride each way by cable car to Katrin. The cable car seats 4 at a time. There’s a platform with great views at the top and restaurant. If you hike down the platform, you’ll see the information cabin. Restrooms are at the bottom and top. It’s 1400 meters above sea level, with panoramic view of Salzkammergut. Which is an Austrian region of lakes and alpine on the northern edge of the Alps. We got lucky with the weather while we were at the top. Once we began to descend, it started raining. Make sure you check the forecast and webcams before you go. There’s not much to do up here but to admire the views and breathe the great open air.

Charming old cable car. We were allowed with our dog. Superb hikes once you reach the top

Lovely food and friendly staff. Multiple well-labelled vegan options.

Attentive waitstaff, fancy & delicious food, rustic atmosphere, great view. Will be back!

Tip: You really really have to order a table up front or you’ll regret it. Nice view good food what more does one want? Well there’s a surprising twist later We went up there with your Kids from Siedlungs gasse and they where quite tired already but the Erlebniss pfad (Adventure path) gave them enough energy to go up the partly very steep gravely path (flip flops not advised). After ~15min we where rewarded with a beautiful view, a glorious restaurant and a wonderfully designed small playground. We arrived ~18:45 and got a seating with wonderful view. I won’t go into details and just say you need a reservation up front or you’ll always get reserved last even with small children. Personally, I found this very ignorant as well as the expectation that very one look into they’re facebooksite online to know this before you go for a small walk. You won’t believe it took so long even few Guests that we didn’t even get desserts. Closing time 21:00. OMG! It’s a beautiful spot and good food but be sure you to have a reservation or you have a extremely bad service by design. While the place easily could be 5 star our customer journey was definitely a 1 star experience.

Amazing place with nice plating for desert !👍☀️♥️🌼

Super

Nice to visit

(Translated by Google) It was a very pleasant little excursion. I particularly enjoyed the sensory path during the hike – easy to do even with a dog, and you'll be at the castle in 20-30 minutes. The observation tower is free, and even the telescope is free to use! A truly amazing place – I highly recommend it!⛰️☺️ (Original) Es war ein sehr angenehmer kleiner Ausflug. Besonders gut hat mir der Sinnesweg während der Wanderung gefallen – auch mit Hund leicht machbar, in 20–30 Minuten ist man beim Schloss. Der Aussichtsturm ist kostenlos und sogar das Fernrohr kann gratis benutzt werden! Ein wirklich toller Ort – ich kann ihn nur weiterempfehlen!⛰️☺️

Very helpful the museum and the exhibitions were really good

Good place to visit when in Bas Ischl, especially during bad weather.

Fantastic little museum. Well worth a visit. Great gift shop.

Only really suitable for German-speaking visitors, and a little dry.

Good

A bit out of date, could need renovation

(Translated by Google) To mark Bad Ischl's European Capital of Culture, the museum in the historic Hotel Austria was given a complete makeover and redesigned. The results are impressive: it's truly worth seeing, informative, attractively designed, and with attention to detail. Whether before or after your obligatory visit to Zauner, a visit to the museum is a must! (Original) Anlässlich Bad Ischl als Kulturhauptstadt wurde das Museum im geschichtsträchtigen Haus ‚Hotel Austria‘ entstaubt und komplett neu aufgestellt. Das Ergebnis lässt sich zeigen: Es ist echt sehenswert, informativ, ansprechend gestaltet, mit Liebe zum Detail. Egal ob vor oder nach dem obligaten Besuch beim Zauner: Unbedingt einen Besuch im Museum einplanen!

If you ever find yourself in Bad Ischl, you must stop by Konditorei Zauner for dessert. 🍰 The pastries are as beautiful as they are delicious — delicate layers, rich flavors, and the freshest berries you can imagine. Everything is reasonably priced for the quality, making it an indulgence that feels as good for your taste buds as it does for your wallet. Sitting here feels like stepping into a piece of history (they’ve been perfecting their craft since 1832!) while enjoying pure sweetness. Absolute heaven for dessert lovers!

A lovely spot! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed coffee break or a sweet treat. Their pastries are fresh and delicious, and the coffee is rich and smooth. The staff are friendly and make you feel at home. A wonderful place to unwind and enjoy the charm of Bad Ischl!

I had some very fond memories of the place and finally managed to visit after many years since my last visit and was excited. The place was packed full with people. Waiters struggled and we waited a long time for the orders to come. One of the older waiters was a bit on the rude side initially pushing customers out of his way when we came in. Later he complained about things (incl. some new coworker) in front of us and I even heard him swear in front of the neighboring table. Total way to ruin the experience. Whatever problems happen behind the scenes, the customer should not be the one hearing about them. As for the interior, it's a bit on the dates side. A place like that can get away with that but I never felt so uncomfortable there as I did this time. The cakes are still top notch and I'd give it 5 stars. We had some of them packed for take away which wasn't done very nicely. Instead of putting them into a sold cardboard box they where just wrapped in some paper making everything stick. When we unpacked it just a little later bits and pieces just came off those nice looking cakes and really ruined it for me. I'm sorry, but I don't see myself ever coming back with service this dreadful.

One of the best patisseries I've visited. They say it's the best in Austria. The place is beautiful and inviting, nicely decorated with lots of space to sit. They have a large selection of cakes. We ordered coffee and the famous Zsuner's Kaiser cake. The coffee was great, the cake was drlicious, chocolate with nuts and marzipan and maybe other things. I enjoyed it very much. Before we left, we bought more cakes to take with us. Highly recommended.

The place itself is beautiful! In summer, the waterfront is beautiful! Desserts and sandwiches look amazing! Inside the cafe it looks amazing too! Of the obvious disadvantages: the tables are as close to each other as possible, some guests smoke - it's unpleasant, the waiters are not very friendly (apparently because tourists are not regular visitors!).

A stop here is a must when visiting Bad Ischl. Although a table with a street view is preferable, if not available, step inside to the large dinning room in the back. Service is prompt, pleasant, English is spoken. The cakes are absolutely delicious. Aperol spritz is nice and strong. The bathrooms are stunning, all the metal fittings are gold colored, including on the toilet. Credit cards accepted.

The classic in Ischl, and a must-go for the old-time imperial atmosphere. The sweets are amazing as well, and be sure to take some home as they are unique. The food choices are limited and nothing special. I like the open-faced sandwiches well enough -- they're a 60s time warp -- and there are some other Austrian standbys. Service was friendlier than it may have been in years gone by, but a bit indifferent and definitely a bit slow. But you're not there for a quick meal, but for the experience, which is worth it.

Atmosphere was wonderful. It was a nice place to stop by for some wine and cheese. Not many places I know of have orange wines. They also have this lovely (chutney) honey that goes well with the cheese. Loved it.

Terrific food in a cozy setting, for Vegans too! I had an asparagus soup and the pasta caponata, both tasted very fresh, full of flavors and at a generous portion. The veggies in the pasta were very varied and all were cooked perfectly. Friendly service too with a clear English menu.

Delicious lunch on Easter Sunday. Fast and nice service, the terrasse is also in partially in the shadow which is good on sunny days. Dog friendly. A bit outside of the city center which reduce the amount of people walking by and makes the place much calmer.

One of the best meals I have had in Austria. I ordered the Alt-Wiener Backfleisch. The flavor combination between the meat, mustard, radish, potatoes, and sweet sauce, made a symphony in my mouth. Of course with a good beer. Besides the good service of the waiters, Gabriel and Naomi are unbeatable. They are very kind and always taking good care of their clients. If you come to Bad Ilsch this restaurant is a must.

this place become so bad... This used to be for us a #1 place to eat in Bad Ischl since circa 2005. I had my first Salczburger Nockerl here (huge local desert). But this place changes so much since then. The great chef moved out in 2011 (as I’ve been told) and since then two owners exchanged. This years experience been simply average, boring. Slow service, poor winelist. And the food so unimpresive. Schnitzel from hard to chew cut. Steak untasty. Sides like 20 years back (sorry for low quality of night pictures). So just another unimpresive, average restaurant. Not planning a repeat visit anytime soon.

5 stars for the helpful and kind waitress 4 stars for the food (pasta with chanterelles, Vienna schnitzel, pizza caprese) 3 stars for the atmosphere - too dark, no airflow at all, a bit creepy Overall, good for food but it’s better if the weather allows you to eat outside.

We read about the place and came based on the reviews which turned out to be a wise decision. The food was really good and big portions. The staff was friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend the place.

We stopped by for a lunch here, to get some pizza. The place was clean and the waitress was polite at first and spoke good English. After we ordered we waited for a bit too long in our opinion and what was strange, we got served at the same time as the table next to us which ordered later then us. Unusual at best. One of the pizzas was uncut and when we asked if they could cut it they brought us the pizza cutter instead of taking it back and slicing it in the kitchen... The food was decent, classic Italian style pizza, I would prefer the olives on it without the pits tho. In the end it took a waitress a lot longer to get to us with the receipt even tho the said table next to us had no problem like this. At that point it felt like she was doing it out of spite. Conclusion - weird vibes, service, decent food but a bit too pricey.

Nice restaurant which they offer you authentic Austrian dishes or Italian style. Great ambiences and unique decoration. Especially, handsome oops! friendly staff 😁 Also reasonable price and good location in Bad Ischl.

Smoke inside definitely killed the vibe and decreased my overall perception of the place. Went for a cup of coffee and some desert during winter storm. English speaking staff was excellent, very accommodating with great customer service skills. Everything was delicious.

Really good in food, vibe, music

We enjoyed this place for a nice coffee, the service was nice, the staff are helpful

Service super, Pizza top 👍

food is great and drinks too. Service is good for such a busy venue.

I rarely post a bad review. We showed up with young kids, waited patiently and politely a good 10 minutes standing in the rain and were purposefully ignored by every waiter that passed us. Meanwhile we saw people simply walking in and sitting down where they wanted. Finally we stopped a waiter to ask, were told to go to another waiter, who told us they were full (of course, everybody had sat down wherever by then). Great for you that all the tables are full and you are busy, but have the decency to welcome waiting guests and politely tell them there is no place free. That's not asking much.

This was by far the worst dining experience I have ever had, not only in Austria but in all my travels. From the very beginning, we felt disrespected and discriminated against. Despite the restaurant not being busy, no waiter offered to help us. When we asked to sit at an empty table, the waiter arrogantly told us we could not sit there and instead led us to another table, where the menus were thrown at us with rudeness. Shortly after, we saw Austrian guests walk in and sit freely wherever they wanted without being questioned. The difference in treatment was obvious and deeply upsetting. When it came time to order, we were told to put away our water bottles — which were unopened — and even after we complied, the waiter repeatedly shouted at us, “This is a restaurant! Put that away!” Meanwhile, Austrian customers at the next table had outside bottles on display with no issue at all. This double standard made the racial discrimination clear. At that point, we felt so uncomfortable that we wanted to leave, but the manager came out and threatened us, saying that since we had already ordered, it would be “against the law” to leave, and even suggested they would call the police. We had not even been served any food yet! This experience ruined what had otherwise been a wonderful trip where we had been treated with kindness and respect everywhere else in Austria. Unfortunately, this restaurant seems to employ people with arrogance, zero sense of hospitality, and, most disturbingly, discriminatory behavior. I cannot recommend this place to anyone.

We had lunch here in the outside restaurant in a warm day. The waiters, all of them, were rude and dismissive. We nearly left because of that. But, the beer was great as they cool the stein and the food was really good too.

very relaxing atmosphere and good cocktails!

Located in the very center of Bad Ischl, this place can get packed, but it is easier to find a free table then it is in some other nearby restaurants. The menu is typically meat based, the staff typically rushed, the prices average (we payed around 25 euros per person, including drinks), the food is nice but nothing special - all in all a god option for lunch or dinner.

Pleasant restaurant with a garden in the center. Friendly service and excellent food, Austro-Hungarian classics. I recommend!

Nice Austrian restaurant with beautiful decorations creating cozy ambience. The service was kind, but slow and most of the time uninterested and did not notice us that much. Prices were alright. Roasted duck was delicious, just like the traditional pork soup. We can definetely recommend having a lunch or diner there. Not really a romantic place though.

Everything was delicious. Server was very kind and nice. Recommend if looking for traditional Austrian dishes in town, and open when most other restaurants are closed.

We just walked in and had an excellent dinner at here. The beef stew with fried onion is soft and juicy, and the amount is enough for two to share. The beef soup with a thick cheese pancake is good, too, though a little bit salty. The friendly waiter is fluent in English. Definitely stop by again next time.

Great Austrian/Hungarian restaurant. Very affordable. Super nice staff. Easy to reach. Nice outdoor terrace (and on 30 km/h road, so not too bad). Seriously good food, big portions. And both Hungarian and Austrian wines, as well as craft beer options.

The staff were super friendly made fun small talked and always stopped by our table. The food was suberb. 10/10 hungarian food.

Everything is great! Food is just awesome and service is very friendly

Our first visit to Spoarherd in its current form. Food was very good, service excellent. Our pork medallions were not as well cooked as we would have liked, but there were no problems in asking for them to be cooked a little more. The chocolate cake was excellent. There were mainly local people there (as we are), which is always a good sign! Prices were very reasonable. Definitely somewhere to revisit.

Nice, small and comfy restaurant. Excellent service and delicious food. No flaws in my visit. Prices are very reasonable and service very attentive. Definitely worth your money. I highly recommended a visit.