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Reviewed 22. Jun 2009
A huge selection of English books, nicely arranged.
The staff is very helpful and the arrangement of the books makes one feel like a child in book-heaven.
Reviewed 04. Jun 2009
Since it's close to the office I occasionally drop by and use the rich buffet to prepare _my_ dish.
The ingredients seem fresh, the option to pick them yourself and have them prepared right in front of your eyes is a nice plus but not overly exciting. Good thing is - I know how it's prepared.
The price is a bit high but still reasonable. The business lunch is a lot cheaper and also quite good.
Nothing outstanding but good solid food and lots of space, so if you decide to drop by with a larger group - finding a table is usually not a problem.
Reviewed 09. Aug 2008
A wide range of products - fresh fruit, shampoo, household articles and Bionade.
Shopping there is very relaxing - wide spaces, no background music. The employees are very friendly and usually very helpful.
Reviewed 04. Jun 2009
A good assortment of natural cosmetics is offered as well as a wide assortment of Voelkel-refreshments.
The vegetables seemed fresh and the prices are reasonable. The employees are always helpful and friendly.
Reviewed 16. Aug 2008
A boutique that brings together Paul Frank, young local and international designers as well as beautiful kitsch.
The baby clothing is just adorable.
Reviewed 25. Sep 2008
Haven't been there in a while but as far as I remember, the food was quite good, the waiters sometimes a little slow but not unfriendly and the area downstairs a really nice concert location.
If I remember correctly, they even offer a sound technician, if necessary.
Reviewed 22. Jun 2009
Pricey but nice.
Very roomy in the back. Also quite stuffed at times, which makes it hard to follow a conversation. Otherwise a nice place with good food.
Reviewed 30. Sep 2008
Been there for the first time yesterday.
It is well hidden in an atrium and seems to be connected to an art gallery. The place is rather small and seems to close early. The waitress was very friendly and the owner (?) of the place engaged us in a rather amusing and definitely interesting discussion about Austria, Vienna and their royals and politicians.
The tea was definitely good, comes in colorful mugs and is also served with honey. Their selection seems to be big and the glass of water that comes with the tea is huge, compared to other cafes.
Going there is an experience. I swear.
Reviewed 29. Oct 2008
Some may say that the waiters at the Cafe Residenz are the prototype of a Viennese waiter but speaking from experience - we reap what we sow.
The waiters have always been friendly so far and the service is excellent. The pastries are quite delicious (diabetic versions are available as well) and should be tried, if possible. It may be a bit pricey but the view over Vienna and the amazing architecture are worth it.
Reviewed 22. Jun 2009
Rather small shop at the corner.
The shoes are arranged in the middle of the shop on a big podium. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful and are quick in switching languages, if necessary. Service includes information on how to take care of the shoes as well as explaining the guarantee service of Camper and how to contact them.
Pricey but very nice.
Reviewed 31. Dec 2008
When we decided to take a short break from all the sightseeing in wintery-cold Praha we came across this small and cosy coffee chain (most other locations seem to be in Germany).
We ordered two salmon bagels, which were fresh, crispy, the salmon was absolutely delicious and the cream nicely spread on the bagel. The hot chocolate was thick, more like one of those chocolate custards/puddings than the hot chocolate normally served at cafes. The espresso was also rather good.
The waiters were very friendly, spoke English and some German and were very helpful.
Definitely a nice place to go for a hot drink in winter and a crispy bagel.
Reviewed 31. Oct 2008
Even though it's rather small I usually find a place there when other venues are packed.
I like the teas they serve, as well as the fruit juices. Nice and cosy.
Reviewed 28. Oct 2008
The hot chocolate I had there was delicious, the bagel, even though I ordered a very simple one (creamcheese) for organizational reasons was quite palatable.
I also like the huge windows that allow safe and inconspicuous people-watching.
Reviewed 09. Aug 2008
Definitely experimental what they have to offer.
The menu seems to change with the seasons. The ambience of the place is...well, one has to see it to believe it, I guess.
The bathroom sink is definitely something one has to get used to.
Reviewed 20. Sep 2008
The menu changes on a regular basis but whatever they have to offer is always more than delicious.
Very small, very cosy, very private.
Their current menu can be viewed on their homepage (as well as their simulations) and it is either possible to order a single dish or the whole goodness. A non-vegetarian version is always offered.
Since they have a butcher in their team the sausages are handmade, fresh and made with as much love as a butcher can offer.
And to top it all - they're very kids- and family-friendly.
Reviewed 07. Sep 2008
Definitely one of my top 5 Sushi restaurants in Vienna.
The fish is of high quality and the food is freshly made. Their menu not only offers the usual dishes other restaurants offer. Squid in brine (loosely translated), as well as Nattoh (fermented soybeans) and reasonably priced Gozen. The food, in general, is reasonably priced regarding the quality and size.
Reviewed 1 day ago
Been there for the very first time.
The place is huge! I thought it'd be rather small but almost couldn't find a friend of mine who was waiting there for me. The design is light and friendly. The different areas seem to have different color schemes (subtly done). The food was good (at least, what we had) but a bit pricey.
The waitress was a little too concerned if everything's ok and fine and if we desired something else and what she could improve. On the one hand - cool, they do seem to care what their customers think. On the other - too much care can be quite annoying.
Update: The quality of the food is still good, the concern of the waiters is still present but toned down to a bearable and actually rather nice level.
Only drawback so far - their homepage does not hold as much information as I expected. And beware - there's music.
Update: After having been there for a couple of times now I have to admit that the service is a bit lax now, the quality of the food not too exciting and make sure to ask for some milk if you order a chai. Seriously.
Reviewed 04. Jun 2009
I pass this shop every day on my way to the office and always admire the large window which allows a peak into a world of sumptuous joys.
I have only managed to go in once and only had time to browse for a few minutes but during my short stay I noticed a small but then again not that small assortment of different chocolates (bars, as well as collections suitable as small presents), spices and teas. The shop owners seemed helpful and friendly (the good kind of friendly).
Ice cream fans will be delighted to hear that they offer Ben&Jerry's.
Will return for more. So far, a nice impression.
Reviewed 25. Sep 2008
The place not only looks nice, the waiter staff is quite ok and friendly, the non-smoking area is definitely smoke-free and far from the smoking area, the pasta was incredibly good and the pizza I took a bite from was also quite good.
All in all, a good experience.
Reviewed 15. Feb 2009
Full of shirts, gadgets, gimmicks, retro, vintage and whatnot.
On top of that - nice service, always glad to help (at least, the last time I was there).
Always a nice place to find unusual presents.
Reviewed 20. Nov 2008
Wow.
I had lamb there. Variations of lamb (raw, sausages) and I liked it - even though I usually hate the taste.
Not only the lamb was great, everything else we've ordered (which was a lot) tasted superfine and supernice. Starting from the three different kinds of hummus, ranging from the differently filled samosas (spinach, cheese and meat) and ending in a heavenly blancmange that subtly tasted like rosewater.
Reviewed 25. Nov 2008
I finally made it there!
And it was yummy and cosy and the staff is extremely friendly and offered my company cinnamon for the dessert - because it tastes so much better with cinnamon.
Speaking of desserts - the brownie tiramisu is to die for. As well as the sandwiches. The ones I've had so far were more than delicious. Very different from the pre-packed ones at Billa&Co.
Has become one of my favorites immediately.
Reviewed 21. May 2009
Not only is the venue rather nice and comfortable, the staff is extremely friendly and helpful, as already mentioned.
Even though vegetarians and non/semi-vegetarians decided to share one hot pot, the cooking of the meat/veggies worked without bigger problems.
The ingredients and how to pick/cook them were explained in detail and so that we could continue enjoying our meal without over/undercooking certain ingredients.
Will definitely come back!
Reviewed 31. Aug 2008
Ausgezeichnete Küche, freundliche Bedienung, gemütlich.
Im Sommer bietet sich der Gastgarten an.
Reviewed 22. Jun 2009
Lovely little shop I've noticed on my walk through Amsterdam.
What started out as a market stall at The Waterloopleinmarkt has now become a lovely little store with various bag designs that come in all shapes and sizes. The fabrics used for the bags are either retro or Asian-inspired. The belts and purses are not only lovely but the prices are rather reasonable, regarding the quality and design of their pieces.
Friendly shop, friendly shop owner.
And if you don't happen to be in Amsterdam take a look at their webshop.
Reviewed 26. Sep 2008
Been there for the first time today and already like the whole atmosphere.
The lunch menu comes in two sizes, which I really like, since I wouldn't have been able to finish the big plate. The food is very delicious, a bit spicy, a bit sweet.
The shop seems to offer a wide range on vegetables, Naturkosmetik and yummy goods. Will definitely come back.
Reviewed 16. Aug 2008
Cosy place that offers a nice variety of movies.
What I especially like about this place is the selection - so far, I spotted only "good" movies - as well as the categories. First rental that lets me search for directors, not only genres and titles.
Reviewed 28. Oct 2008
High quality designs, from local and not so local designers.
The prices are kind of expensive but reasonable when taking quality into consideration (as far as I was able to tell).
Dangerous place for bag-lovers.
Reviewed 10. May 2009
Been there yesterday for the very first time.
Was somewhat amused by the name. The interior is nice and creates a greeky mood. The food is good, not extraordinarily good but good and plenty. I did enjoy my meal as did the others.
Reviewed 15. Nov 2008
Usually, I have to wait for a really long time to receive my desired food, which is only a little annoying when being on lunch break and not having that much time to wait in line.
The first time I had to wait about 15-20 minutes for my pasta, because the sauce wasn't hot yet, then someone else received the wrong pasta and they had to re-do theirs before they could get to my order, then they had to re-heat my noodles because they've turned cold again in the process...
The pasta comes in two sizes - huge and a little more huge. Which is a good thing. Don't order pasta if you're only a little hungry.
The ciabattas come in interesting flavors and combinations, which all look delicious indeed and not only look like that. All in all, ok for lunch break or breakfast (yes, they do offer breakfast as well --> muesli and muffins and such) and the quality of the food is good but I do have a feeling that sometimes the people behind the counter are a little...lost.
Reviewed 25. Nov 2008
Very comfortable place where literature meets Kaffehauskultur (oder so ähnlich).
The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting. Loved the tea there.
Reviewed 16. Aug 2008
Planet Harry does not only offer everything the gamer heart can desire, he also brought Vienna the Vienna Fantasy Gaming convention, which gathers geeks and nerds once a year to come together and game, exchange stories and stock up on gaming equipment.
Definitely my favorite spot to find comics and roleplaying equipment, as well as board games but he has a lot more to offer. Those are just my favorites. ;o)
Reviewed 15. Aug 2009
Comfortable lounging area in the back, tables in the front.
Very nice to meet with a larger group of people. The waiters were, so far, quite friendly. The service is good, the food delicious (at least, the antipasti plate I've had the last time). Their iced tea is homemade with a strong hint of mint, which I actually liked.
All in all a good experience. Comfortable, relaxed, uncomplicated - just as I like it.
(even though a bit on the pricey side)
Reviewed 15. Nov 2008
Been there for the first time today and had my first breakfast (Dot.
Com) there, which was yummy and just enough to not let me leave hungry. The prices are quite decent and the chai a bit too milky but delicious nonetheless. Will definitely return and taste my way through the different breakfasts they offer (and they _do_ offer a nice and wide variety). Comfy place, interesting people, nice waiters, who are willing to add the desired cookie to the craving coffee consumer.
Reviewed 31. Oct 2009
For ages now I've wanted to see the Pure Living Bakery goodness for myself.
The homepage is too promising but promises not too much (actually, not enough!). I immediately fell in love with the design - comfy couches, comfy chairs, everything is very light and bright and feels and looks like a weird mix of Dutch, French and Northern German (Hamburg) style. Almost everything has a price and can be purchased, it seems. When I was there they also had an amazing collection of furniture knobs, which actually made me consider drilling holes in stuff just to hae an excuse to purchase some.
As for the food - the selection can be admired when coming in. All the cookies, brownies, cakes, muffins and other sweet goods are presented at the entrance. Menus are on the tables but the order is being made right where the dreamy goods are (to make it really really to pick just one item). The chai was one of the best ones I've ever had (they are using Tiger Spice Chai) prepared with so much love that the chai tastes completely different and simply fantastic. Even the milky foam tastes sweet and I could notice a hint of vanilla.
What excited me the most is that they are currently serving poffertjes, a Dutch dish that looks a bit like small, thick pancakes and tastes a bit like Kaiserschmarrn. Served with hot sour cherries - dreamy.
Everyone there was smiling, friendly, chatty and very very pleasant. Will definitely come back for more.
Reviewed 25. Nov 2008
A nice place that is unfortunately usually very packed when I decide to go there so making reservations beforehand might not be the baddest of all ideas.
The food is good, the menu sometimes a little confusing and the place usually very packed and therefore not really inviting. Sitting outside in summer is very nice, though.
Reviewed 13. Aug 2008
Kann mich Tobe nur anschließen - die Mittagsmenüs sind frisch gekocht, ausgesprochen gut zubereitet, schade nur, dass sie manchmal schon recht früh wieder aus sind und man zum Alternativprogramm übergehen muss, das einem aber gern auch vorgeschlagen wird.
Das Clubsandwich kann ich nur empfehlen (a la carte)!
Die langen Wartezeichen sind ein kleiner Wehrmutstropfen, ansonsten nur zu empfehlen.
Reviewed 20. Nov 2008
I love the comfy couches and wing chairs and the ability to just relax and lounge there.
It is one of the most comfortable places I know and this is one of the reasons I still like going there.
What I dislike about the place is the impossibility to make reservations (for birthdays), the somewhat sometimes unfriendly waiter (not all of them, mind you) and the fact that the food isn't always "fresh" it seems (could've been bad luck but still rather unpleasant).
All in all, a comfy place where I can enjoy a cup of tea or two and have incredibly deep philosophical talks with friends.
Reviewed 24. Aug 2008
The food is exceptionally good and in summer it is definitely nice to get a place outside.
Since the Magdalenenstraße is a rather small street, not many cars will disturb the culinary experience.
The "Brote" are huge and very well done but I just love the Topfenknöderl with Toblerone-filling with a strawberry-chili-sauce.
Reviewed 30. Oct 2008
Well, I can't really add anything new, so I will simply chime in the praise - the food is incredibly good (spring rolls!
), the atmosphere is nice, I really enjoy sitting outside in summer, the waiters are nice...can't think of a single negative thing to say.
One thing I noticed today is that the stools are a little too low for small people. Just a little. But still.
Reviewed 25. Aug 2009
Discovered this place because it is conveniently close to the office.
They not only have very nice tables to sit inside, in the back there is also a nice and cosy garden, which is quite enjoyable in summer. The menu changes in a regular basis. You won't find any pizza on the menu, though (at least, I haven't, so far). Instead, a lot of dishes with fresh sea food are served, as well as risotto, different variations of pasta. Sea food is their speciality, though. If we can believe the friendly bi-lingual waiter, it is fresh every single day you get there (no Tuesday-only deliveries but daily).
A bit on the pricey side but worth it.
Reviewed 02. May 2009
Cosy place, friendly staff.
We decided to pay it a spontaneous visit and they were able to fit us in. The food is delicious and authentic. The papaya juice was fresh, nicely cooled and extraordinarily tasty.
It is also _the_ place to go shopping for ingredients.
Reviewed 02. May 2009
Been there yesterday for the first time and loved everything about this small but lovely place.
I liked the design, which is minimalistic but charming (every single table has its own description) - I especially liked the floor.
We tried our way through the menu and did not encounter one dish we did not like (so far). The quiche was fantastic, served with a nicely done salad. The Salade niçoise was quite a nice portion, very tasty and served with some delicious bread. The crêpe, whose name I have forgotten, was served in a very original way - square and folded on the sides. The "filling" - plum jam and bacon. The tarte aux fruit was not too sweet, not too big - just right.
Will definitely come back for more.
Reviewed 20. Dec 2008
Something must have happened between the last time and two nights ago.
I remember this place as being one of the best Dim Sum restaurants in Vienna. When asking a former co-worker of mine, who's married to a Chinese woman, if he knew any good restaurants he immediately recommended this and another one. And when I went there for the first time, it was different compared to our last experience.
The dim sum-menu for two people didn't show much variety in the dishes served - everything included meat and tasted basically the same. Except the starters, which included spring rolls filled with vegetables. 4 steamer baskets later and the contents of the dim sum were still rather meaty, greasy and salty (except for the ramson variety, which was meaty, greasy, salty with a hint of ramson).
Too soon we were full, stuffed, bloated and unable to continue eating. The dessert was rather interesting in texture and sweetness-factor.
I do feel bad for suggesting going there.
Reviewed 31. Dec 2008
The Unitas Hotel was recommended by a friend who's stayed there before and she was right - it is not only a very reasonably priced hotel (****) but also nicely located.
The Charles Bridge and other sights are in walking distance (5 minutes). Not far away (also about 5 minutes walking distance) is a metro station, so basically every sight in Praha can be reached in almost no time from the hotel.
The rooms are actually quite roomy (old convent) and nicely decorated.
Here's the list from their webpage:
* King Size Beds
* Imflammable Materials
* Smoke Detectors
* Air Condition
* Minibars
* Comfortable Working Desk
* Internet Access Cabel / Wireless
* LCD Screens with Sat TV and DVD Player
* Direct Dial Phones
* Large Safes for Notebooks (with Electric Outlet)
The beds really are king size, the desk is definitely nice to work from, the the internet can either be accessed by the PC in the entrance hall or from each room (simply ask for the login data). The bathroom is very spacious and the hotel employees very friendly. In the evenings shortly before and right after christmas punch and cake were offered in the entrance hall.
I am not sure about the "inflammable materials" but other than that, what they've listed is there and easily available.
The breakfast buffet can be accessed until 10 am (they seem to know that vacationers like to sleep in) and offers a nice range of muesli, toast, jam, honey, fruit and warm dishes.
Check out the homepage for the rather interesting hotel history.
Reviewed 25. Sep 2008
Expensive but worth every cent.
The fish is fresh and they offer rather exquisite and delicate sushi-variations. The menus are definitely worth their money. The ambiance is very noble but also nicely quiet and smoke-free.
Reviewed 15. Aug 2009
I like the comfy-ness of the place as well as the fact that it is fairly easy to organize a small to medium event there.
A short e-mail is suffice to book 5 or 10 tables, if required. They serve Bionade, which is a big plus.
Definitely very smoky, which can be quite annoying.
Nonetheless, a very geeky place I definitely like.
Reviewed 31. Dec 2008
My favorite place in Vienna when I crave for chocolatey goods.
There is everything the chocolate-lover's heart can possibly desire. Plain chocolate with different percentages of cocoa, filled chocolates with exotic and not so exotic fillings, chocolates sprinkled with lavender blossoms (edible) that do not only taste heavenly but look like small masterpieces. I won't even start naming names and listing ingredients. Better check out their page (they have a nicely sorted webshop) but what I can really suggest is going there yourself. The good souls of the shop always give very good advice on chocolate trouble and are always eager to help. If it's a gift make sure to ask them to wrap it up - looks nice and gives you a little more time to browse the goods.
Reviewed 04. Jun 2009
Nice vegetarian restaurant with an all-you-can-eat buffet or business lunch offers.
The dishes are tasty, the waiters friendly (sometimes a bit too concerned about the customer's well-being) and it's always nice to bump into friends there.
Reviewed 25. May 2009
I love the style of the place.
I like how it's very easy and uncomplicated to order a table. The food is very good and you can even watch how it is prepared (open kitchen in the middle). Tatamis are also available (for up to eight people), which are perfect for larger groups who want to have some privacy. Best part about Yume is the service, though. Everyone there is very helpful, very friendly and birthday kids do get special treatment. All in all always a pleasure.
Reviewed 30. Oct 2008
Gutes polnisches Restaurant mit bodenständiger Küche.
Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ist ausgezeichnet, genauso wie die Pierogi in süßer und pikanter Ausführung (aber nicht nur die).
Das Breitenseer Schnitzel (ein Geheimnis des tschechischen Chefkochs) beinhaltet eine oder mehrere Ueberraschungen, waehrend das polnische Schnitzel keine Ueberraschungen liefert, bis auf die Groesse.
Wenn man mit dem Essen fertig ist, kann man den Piranhas bei der Fuetterung zusehen.
Die Bedienung ist ueberaus freundlich und eigentlich immer gut gelaunt.
Reviewed 15. Feb 2009
Excellent - in every respect.
The service is extraordinary, the waiters more than friendly and extremely helpful, the menu short but anything on there is exquisite. I ordered Tafelspitz, and even though I usually do not like Tafelspitz I loved it.
The wine "card" actually comes in two books - one for white one for red wine. Same goes for the Schnaps-card, which also comes as a "hardcover" and offers detailed information.
One of the best meals I have had so far and the best treatment ever.
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