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One sheet punk-inspired promotional poster for Mraz & Sohn, a highly acclaimed two-Michelin-star family restaurant located in the Brigittenau district (20th Bezirk) of Vienna, Austria.The poster features the restaurant's core trio: chef Markus Mraz and his two sons, Lukas and Manuel Mraz. Styled with face tattoos, graffiti accents, and the phrase "Rough Dining In Town," it playfully subverts traditional haute cuisine expectations, perfectly matching the family's famous philosophy of "unpretentious, borderless fine dining".
The "Rough Dining" Surprise MenuMraz & Sohn operates entirely on a surprise menu concept consisting of around 13 small, distinctive courses.The Concept: Guests do not receive a traditional menu. Instead, you are only presented with a list of raw ingredients beforehand, and the exact preparation is revealed as each dish is served. The culinary style is boundary-pushing, complex, and unpretentious—often centering on a single star ingredient treated with global influences (such as their signature "kimchi börek" made with sika venison, kimchi, and Périgord truffle). The Vibe: Defying typical fine dining stuffiness, the food is often brought out and explained directly by the kitchen brigade. Rock, pop, and punk tracks play from a vinyl record player in the background. A massive cheese trolley and an inventive wine pairing program round out the experience.The Cost: The standard tasting menu sits at approximately €166 per person (including water), which is widely considered exceptional value for a two-Michelin-star experience. Booking Strategy & Schedule Securing a table requires intent and precise timing, as demand vastly exceeds the limited seating capacity.Weekly Availability: The restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM. They are strictly closed on Saturdays and Sundays. If you are planning a weekend trip to Vienna, you will need to structure your travel itinerary around a weekday evening to dine here.Reservation Window: The dining room only accommodates about 30 guests a night. It is highly recommended to book six to eight weeks in advance through their official online booking tool. For larger parties exceeding 6 people, you must call them directly between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM on weekdays.Dietary Notes: Because the menu relies entirely on a fixed surprise format, you must inform the restaurant of any food allergies or severe dietary restrictions at the time of booking. The kitchen prepares components days in advance and cannot easily improvise a substitute mid-service. |
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