Thank you for stopping by, I do feel honored by your interest !
May I provide you a summary of general information in ENGLISH.
TheDiningRoom is something rather new for Vienna but generally seems to follow an international trend: a little restaurant implemented in a private home.
It’s meant to be a sort of hideaway for those who love to dine out, who appreciate fine food with a twist and, above all, prepared with love - and who prefer a personal and intimate atmosphere.
TheDiningRoom offers a weekly set menu on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm. Details regarding the current menu are always given on the front page.
May I introduce myself:
Angelika Apfelthaler, age 49, and I am glad to be your hostess.
The realization of theDiningRoom means my life dream has come true.
Inspite of all different regulations that I was required to follow theDiningRoom was licensed to open as a restaurant in our home in the beginning of 2007. After considerable reconstruction work that had to be done first to provide all necessary facilities my "life dream project" was finally opened in June, 2007.
The location itself involves a four-table dining room (the tables can be assembled for larger parties) for up to 12 guests, a spacy kitchen providing all different up-to-date facilities for modern cooking but still conveying a very special atmosphere, and a little terrace called "kitchen deck" facing the old trees in the garden.
The kitchen is "open", also meaning that, as an essential part of the concept, guests are invited to come in whenever they feel like.
All in all the atmosphere, in the evenings emphasized by dozens of candles, can be considered Mediterranean. -
(for more photos please check here)
TheDiningRoom is situated in the green environments of Vienna's outskirts, between Schönbrunn Castle and the borders of the Vienna Woods.
Nevertheless it can easily be reached by public transportation:
from the center of Vienna take the Underground (U4) to "Hietzing" and then change over to tram no. 60 until "Riedelgasse/Orthopädisches Krankenhaus". From there it will be not more than a five minutes’ walk.
In case you prefer to take a taxi it will cost about € 30,-- from the first district (historical center).
tDR's address is: A-1130 Vienna, Maygasse 31
The menu (basically a five-course-dinner, but there may be more tidbits from the kitchen…) changes on a weekly basis.
It's always dedicated to a special theme or a local cuisine, called for instance
"Carnevale a Venezia",
"Spring in Tuscany",
"Almond Tree Blossoming in Sicily",
"White Truffles in Piemonte",
"Moroccan Night",
"Cooking with Spice around the World"
etc. etc.
Culinary ideas are endless in theDiningRoom !
You can always find the current menu on the website which is updated every week.
In case the menu includes dishes/ingredients you do not like or there are any intolerances please do not hesitate telling me – in advance. - I will gladly offer you alternatives !
Any more need to state that I am in love with all kinds of Mediterranean cooking?
It seems to have become my very own speciality to emphasize the particularities of different Italian local cuisines.
Additionally, I treasure recipes from France, Arabian countries and "crossovers" with Asian cuisines. Life is just too short not be open for all different experiences !
However, as a matter of fact just top quality products find their way into my kitchen. Much time is dedicated to the search for perfect ingredients and reliable suppliers. And of course delicacies like jams and chutneys, basic products like stock (for my beloved risotti !) and even daily bread are always home-made.
The prix fixe for the menu is € 55,-- excluding drinks.
The variety of wines we offer originate from a small winery the owners of which share my attitudes as for quality and personal dedication. I can gladly recommend suitable wines for each course if you would like guidance. Beer and grape juice are also available.
Following the Viennese and Italian true coffee cultures, you will be served coffee from a small Italian roastery brewed in a "culty" Venetian coffee machine.
And, last but not least, we treasure the world’s best city water from the tap by serving it in special "Viennese water" jugs and glasses.
Please note that reservations are required at least one day in advance. Credit cards (VISA, Mastercard) are accepted, of course.
The current menu and informations on this website are mostly featured in German only, but just send me a note per email and I will gladly translate them for you ! -
And something else I should not forget to add: tDR is a NON SMOKING location.
my email address: info@theDiningRoom.at
phone number from abroad: 0043/1/804 85 86
phone number local: (01) 804 85 86
Thank you for your interest and I hope to welcome you in person soon !
Kind culinary regards from theDiningRoom,
angelika
Could we secure reservations for 2 for February 14, 15 or 16? I am taking my wife to Vienna for Valentine's Day and would very much like us to enjoy the experience of dining in your restaurant.
Thank you
Jorge
Posted by: Jorge I Ramirez | 01/27/2008 at 05:33 PM
Dear Angelika: This was charmingly laid out in the NY Times. What a unique idea! My wife lived in Vienna for many years and we return periodically including the upcoming April or August. Do you serve an afternoon meal (lunch) or only dinner? What are the hours of service in the afternoon (if available) and the evening? Thank you: Steven Kaplan
Posted by: Steven Kaplan | 01/27/2008 at 05:53 PM
We are looking forward to dining with you in September to celebrate my birthday. Do we need to make reservations now?
Posted by: barbara balfour | 02/27/2008 at 06:24 PM
I would like to make reservation for Wend. at 8PM...for 3 people
Posted by: ogie | 04/13/2008 at 07:02 PM
We would love to make dinner reservations with you during our trip to Vienna. We are hoping for dinner for two on June 2. I am not sure at what times you do seating, but we prefer a later one if possible. We have heard such wonderful things about the dining experience with you and we hope to be able to make a reservation.
Thank you very much and have a good day
Posted by: Nica gUtman | 05/06/2008 at 10:44 PM
We would love to make dinner reservations! We are hoping for dinner for two on 13 July or 14 July. We have heard wonderful things about the dining experience with you.
with kind regards,
Nan Lazzaretto
Posted by: Nan K Lazzaretto | 05/21/2008 at 01:40 AM
I had the inimitable experience of dinner with Angelika, Lukas, and the lovely Gino on 2 June 2008. Let me say without hesitation that if you are even thinking maaaaaybe you should go the Dining Room you should stop thinking and book immediately. It was one of the best dining experiences of my life, and gave me memories I will always treasure. The food was exquisite, and the hospitality was overflowing. I cannot recommend it highly enough--so stop hesitating and make a reservation!
Posted by: Karen | 06/16/2008 at 10:48 PM
Dear Mrs Angelika Apfelthaler,
I am a journalist from Athens, Greece working for Traveller’s ICONS, an exclusively travel magazine, de luxe edition. I wrote an article on Vienna and featured the Dining Room as one of the best dining options in Vienna. Therefore I would like you to send me high quality images (300 dpi, 28X21 cm) of the placeas soon as possible in order to complete the article the best possible way.
Do not hesitate to contact me for any questions.
Best Regards,
Marina Tsikou
Journalist
Posted by: Marina Tsikou | 12/02/2008 at 02:13 PM
hello there,
I loved your flying apple site and adored your recipes...is the site gone? It keeps coming up with an error - you had an apple cake I loved! Hope your business ventures are going very well.
Regards,
Heideh
Posted by: Heideh | 10/12/2009 at 04:00 PM
Hello,
Do you have any openings for dinner between May 22 and May 25th?
Thank you,
Posted by: Christine Le Pottier | 05/17/2010 at 04:42 PM