Restaurant Richard Löwenherz — Restaurant in Gemeinde Dürnstein

Dining Above the Danube – Austrian Classics with a View

Perched high above the meander of the Danube, this terrace offers not just sweeping views of history-soaked landscapes and a charming town, but also a true taste of Austrian tradition. It’s one of those places where the setting makes you pause, and the food confirms you’ve chosen well.

We sampled three Austrian classics in their natural habitat — and all were executed beautifully.

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Nutritional Hit Parade of Our Choices

Fried Chicken with Austrian Potato Salad • Calories: ~750–850 kcal • Protein: Good intake from chicken • Fat: High, mainly from frying oil and breading • Carbs: From potato salad with mustard and onions ➡️ Heavy overall, indulgent but iconic.

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Beef Goulash with Spätzle • Calories: ~850–950 kcal • Protein: High from beef • Fat: Rich due to sauce • Carbs: Spätzle adds a hefty carb load ➡️ Very hearty and filling, a true comfort dish, but heavy on calories and fat.

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Pike-Perch with Tagliatelle and Zucchini • Calories: ~700–750 kcal • Protein: Lean, high-quality protein from fish • Fat: Moderate, mostly healthy fats from sauce/oil • Carbs: Moderate carbs from pasta, balanced with vegetables ➡️ Lighter and more balanced than the fried or saucy meat dishes, but still satisfying.

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Conclusion

This was the perfect way to close a three-day trip — local classics enjoyed in a setting that feels timeless. Whether you choose indulgent fried chicken, robust goulash, or the refined balance of pike-perch, the food here matches the grandeur...

The food is expensive but good - just about worth the price.

What makes this place worth 5 stars is the atmosphere. The service was top notch. I especially appreciated the wine service (as someone in the wine trade I know good service when I see it) including honest recommendations with the customer’s best interests at heart, rather than just trying to upsell. Even though we were unable to get a table on the edge with the best view, we had some view of the river and the courtyard itself is lovely.

Yesterday we ate at Schloss Durnstein and whilst both were very good this was just very slightly better food, very slightly better service, and very...

Lack of respect for customers I went with my wife to the RICHARD LOWENHERZ Restaurant where we sat on the very beautiful terrace. We were served the Soup of the Day. An interesting appetizer with apricots, cheese and baked ham. The main course was fish with plain potatoes and a delicious dessert. I have to compliment the service and the food, but the head waiter left me with a bitter taste and disgusted me. After I used the restaurant's toilet, he didn't point out that the toilet wasn't a public one. I didn't understand the hint, but it was in...