Curated by Claus Wunsch
International Community in Salzburg
International spots & meet new people
The best restaurants, cafés, bars and events in Salzburg for expats, international guests and the international community. Where you meet new people, find familiar flavours and enjoy Salzburg's culinary diversity. Curated by Claus Wunsch.
18 venues found
taste.it
Located just steps from the iconic Mirabell Gardens, taste.it is your go-to spot in Salzburg for an efficient, high-quality Italian business lunch. Enjoy a daily changing menu crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients—ideal for a quick break, a business meeting, or a relaxed lunch date.
Metzgersteig am Alten Markt
Authentic Salzburg inn culture in the heart of the Old Town: at Metzgersteig am Alten Markt, traditional Austrian cuisine, genuine butchery craftsmanship and a large beer garden meet one of Salzburg's most beautiful squares.
Casa Napoli - Pizzeria & Trattoria
Casa Napoli on Bergstrasse bakes Neapolitan pizza in an open kitchen. The dough matures for several days and goes into a hot oven. Home-made pasta and starters complete the menu.
LEKA - SEMMERL OF MY LIFE
LEKA brings an Austrian classic into the modern age. In Getreidegasse, Leberkäse rolls are reimagined: freshly baked rolls, high-quality regional ingredients, and creative combinations make for a special taste experience. Whether classic, vegan, or gluten-free – at LEKA, traditional Austrian cuisine meets modern street food in the heart of Salzburg's Old Town.
Restaurant Mirabell
Experience fine dining in the heart of Salzburg at Restaurant Mirabell, offering a stylish ambiance and international cuisine. Don't miss the lively FRID*EXperience on Fridays and our indulgent Sunday brunch!
FYN
Build-your-own breakfast and brunch: at FYN you put your breakfast together from individual dishes or pick from creative favourites — right in the heart of Salzburg's Old Town.
Restaurant Herzl
Herzl is on Getreidegasse and belongs to Hotel Goldener Hirsch. The menu lists Wiener schnitzel from milk-fed veal, Backhendl and Salzburger Nockerl. In fine weather the garden is open.
Die geheime Specerey
Die Geheime Specerey on Sigmund-Haffner-Gasse is restaurant, wine bar and delicatessen in one. Andreas Felleis and Patrick Knittelfelder cook fresh pasta, steaks and dishes from their own pasture-raised pork.
Iberico
Iberico on Chiemseegasse brings Spanish and Portuguese cooking to the old town. The table gets changing tapas, jamón, bifanas and pastéis de nata, plus wines that host Christoph Filip imports himself.
Vegitalian
Samanta comes from Milan and cooks Italian food at Vegitalian in Mülln, but entirely plant-based: house-made pasta, pizza and Italian specialities, fresh daily with organic ingredients.
DAI PAI
Asian Street Kitchen in the heart of Salzburg: at Dai Pai, Asian street food, shareable dishes and a laid-back street-market vibe come together — right opposite the Festival Hall.
Salzburg Grill Imbiss
Top Bosna and warm hospitality right in the heart of Salzburg's old town: Salzburger Grill Imbiss serves up Salzburg street food with no long waits — served with plenty of charm and a big heart. The best part: every tip goes to charity.
Cosmic Pizza
Andy played records as DJ Cosmic and learned to bake pizza in Naples; Marc brings years of restaurant experience from Munich, Vienna and Salzburg. Since April 2024 the two have been baking Neapolitan pizza in the Elisabeth-Vorstadt, with starters, desserts, wine and drinks.
ALMA Lofer
At the Steinerwirt in Lofer, Daniel Valovis cooks Latin American food with Middle Eastern flavours. At dinner everything goes in the middle of the table and gets shared; during the day there is breakfast and a light lunch menu.
KAVA Salzburg
Located on Salzburg's Griesgasse, KAVA is the ultimate destination for specialty coffee lovers. Enjoy premium roasted coffee, homemade cakes, trendy Cake Cans, and a relaxed atmosphere right in the heart of the Old Town.
DOMODOMO
DOMODOMO is one of the trendiest matcha and dessert spots in Salzburg's Old Town. Right on Getreidegasse, you'll find premium Japanese matcha, creative desserts, and a modern, minimalist atmosphere — perfect for a sweet break or your next Instagram moment.
220 Grad Nonntal
Specialty coffee meets breakfast & brunch: 220GRAD Nonntal is all about properly good, house-roasted coffee, creative breakfast dishes and homemade patisserie – modern, high quality and yet relaxed.
ALPZ Gelato & Cafe Platzl
Award-winning gelato in the heart of Salzburg's Old Town: ALPZ serves freshly made, artisan gelato with natural ingredients – from classic favourites to ever-changing creative flavours.
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Author: Claus Wunsch
Published on 1 November 2026Last updated on 2 November 2026All information without guarantee!