Roughly translated, the name means "a game on the palate," and the chefs here do play with your taste buds. The decor is understated—or perhaps you hardly notice the red walls and light wood paneling because the food envelops all your senses. Instead of a conventional menu the hosts Martina Kraler and Rodschel Rachnaev offer three composed menus, with temptations like a risotto with pomelo and octopus, or sea bass and scampi on a hot stone with oysters and clams. Dishes are seasonal, but always an explosion of flavor. The wine list includes a fine selection of older vintages that you can enjoy in the sheltered garden in summer or in front of the wood-burning fireplace in winter.
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Gaumenspiel
Zieglergasse 54, 1070
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Neighborhood
7th District
Hours
Mon–Sat 6pm–around midnight (kitchen closes 10:30pm)
Transportation
U-Bahn: U3 Zieglergasse; tram: 49
Phone
01/526-1108
Prices
Fixed-price menus €40–€48
Cuisine Type
Austrian/International
Web site
Gaumenspiel

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Zieglergasse 54, 1070 ViennaNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.