APRON
Vienna, Austria
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
This tastefully designed restaurant is housed in Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna - MGallery, not far from the Stadtpark and the historical centre of Vienna. In the impressive open kitchen, modern dishes are meticulously prepared using seasonal ingredients. The internationally inspired dishes are beautifully plated and presented in a set menu comprising five or seven courses. The combination of stylish contemporary interior design and impeccable, attentive service creates a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Innovative Culinary Artistry with Seasonal and Sustainable Focus
APRON is celebrated for its innovative approach to gastronomy, emphasizing seasonal ingredients and sustainability by sourcing local produce. This commitment ensures that each dish is not only delicious but environmentally conscious, offering a modern twist on traditional Austrian cuisine that engages all the senses.Open Kitchen Concept Showcasing Culinary Craftsmanship
The restaurant features an open kitchen where diners can witness the chefs at work, creating each dish with precision and care. This transparency adds a unique interactive element to the dining experience, blending entertainment with fine dining.Creative and Unconventional Dishes with Surprising Textures
APRON’s menu includes distinctive dishes such as the "Butter Candle," which combines butter, beef broth, and fresh bread in an unexpected way, and the "Sea Urchin Beurre Blanc," which offers a luxurious taste of the ocean. The use of contrasts and unusual textures throughout the menu adds surprising accents that elevate the traditional Austrian flavors into a contemporary culinary adventure.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant APRON in Vienna include:
Butter: Used in the famous "Butter Candle" starter, where a candle made of butter melts into a rich beef broth, creating a unique interactive and flavorful experience for diners.
Beef (Boa beef): A premium, organic, grass-fed beef from a special cattle breed in Austria, featured in exquisite meat dishes that highlight regional quality.
Caviar from the Upper Austrian Alps: A rare and luxurious ingredient produced locally, adding exclusivity and refined taste to the menu.
Mushrooms (Oyster mushroom with black truffle): Combined with topinambur and pear in a black tea sauce, this dish showcases a sophisticated balance of earthy and delicate flavors.
Schönbrunner Zitrone (Schönbrunn lemon): A unique lemon variety cultivated in the Schönbrunn palace garden, used to impart an imperial touch to desserts.
These ingredients reflect APRON’s focus on premium, regionally sourced products and innovative culinary techniques that elevate traditional Austrian flavors into artistic fine dining presentations.