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Salm Bräu Vienna interior dining area with rustic wooden tables, traditional brewery ambiance and authentic Austrian beer hall design.

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Salm Bräu in Vienna

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Salm Bräu is a well-known Viennese brewery-restaurant aiming to offer an authentic experience, situated at Rennweg 8 within a historic former Salesian convent, just a short stroll from the Belvedere and Schwarzenbergplatz. Run by the Welledits family, this establishment brews its own craft beer on-site, often following traditional recipes and serves hearty Austrian fare in a warm, rustic beer hall setting. With visible brewing kettles, which can include gleaming copper designs from its parent company Salm & Co., and an atmosphere that draws both locals and numerous travelers, Salm Bräu provides a notable taste of Vienna’s beer culture, though some visitors perceive it as tourist-oriented.

€€ Mid Range Austrian Food Beer Garden Brewery

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Address:
Rennweg 8
1030 Wien

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Salm Bräu is a solid choice if you’re looking for traditional Austrian food and fresh local beer in a casual, authentic setting. It’s popular with both locals and tourists. The atmosphere is relaxed and lively, with long wooden tables and visible brewing equipment adding to the experience.

The menu sticks to classic Austrian dishes. The main highlight is the beer, brewed on-site and served fresh. The selection covers a range of styles, and there’s usually something seasonal on tap. Whether you’re a beer fan or just curious, it’s a good place to try something local. And for those interested in how the beer is made, it’s worth knowing the brewing equipment isn’t just decoration—this is also a working showcase for one of Austria’s oldest brewing system manufacturers. That extra layer of authenticity adds something you don’t often get at places this central.

If you’re visiting the Belvedere and looking for a relaxed spot nearby to eat and drink, Salm Bräu is an easy pick. It offers a local experience that feels genuine and relaxed.

Helpful Hints

Located very close to the Lower Belvedere, ideal for a post-museum meal.
Brewery tours are sometimes available on request.

Gastronomic Discoveries

It’s a great spot to try traditional Austrian dishes in a casual, authentic setting.
The house Märzen is their signature brew and an easy starting point.

Hidden Gems

Look for the copper kettles and brewing equipment tucked into the main hall.

Our Little Extras

It’s a great spot to pick up beer-related souvenirs – bottled brews and branded glassware available.

Adriana cheering with wine glass at Wiener Salm Bräu Vienna.

Salm Bräu flag at Wiener Salm Bräu entrance Vienna, traditional brewery entrance.

Wiener Salm Bräu entrance Vienna traditional Austrian brewery doorway with historic facade.

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Salm Bräu: Vienna’s Classic Brewery Experience Near the Belvedere

The story of Salm Bräu begins with the long-standing tradition of brewing in Austria. The brewery occupies the former Salesian Convent building (built 1717) where the Empress’s coach horses were kept. In 1994, Salm & Co. opened a brewery-restaurant in the former convent building, beginning Salm Bräu’s current incarnation.

Salm & Co. (founded 1924 by Georg Welledits and Otto von Salm – now a family-owned business – has a long history in brewing technology. In fact, their company, Salm & Co., has been producing brewery equipment since 1924 and is now a respected global name in the brewing industry. In a full-circle twist, they decided to create a “showroom” of sorts for their equipment – by opening a brewery where it would be used to craft beer on-site, right in the middle of Vienna.

Salm Bräu - 1 — These handcrafted copper tanks at Salm Bräu are essential to the brewing process, helping create the distinctive flavors that make this Vienna brewery a local favorite.

This decision gave birth to Salm Bräu in the early 1990s. It quickly earned a loyal following thanks to its dedication to traditional brewing techniques and hearty Austrian fare. But unlike many themed beer halls, Salm Bräu’s authenticity isn’t just decor-deep. Their brewing is done in the same gleaming copper tanks that are manufactured by their parent company, and the recipes are grounded in classic Austrian styles with thoughtful seasonal variation.

Over the years, it’s remained both a local favorite and a visitor discovery. Its proximity to key attractions like the Belvedere and its refusal to lean into tourist clichés make it a place of genuine experience. It’s not flashy, but that’s precisely its charm. Salm Bräu continues to represent what many travelers crave: real food, real beer, and a tangible sense of Vienna’s living history.

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