SKY Bar im STEFFL — Restaurant in Vienna

I have never been to a more ridiculously pretentious establishment in my life. The snooty hostess who offered our party of three the only seats that were not "reserved" actually had the audacity to try and refuse my girlfriend re-entry to the place after she simply went to the ladies room located outside the club entrance door.The rather dimwitted hostess simply had a bad attitude When my girl asked for her name she refused to give it...this is definately a red flag for me. We spoke to the manager, Heinz, who offered an apology and was very professional, but even he refused to supply us with the hostesses name citing a fear of a bad online review. Hmmm... Apart from the dimwitted hostess there is another negative part of our experience, although to be fair it apparently is common here in Europe and not SKY Cafe's fault per se. We are from the USA where we are not subjected to thick cigarette smoke in public indoor areas. The dark corner where we were allowed to sit was full of chain smokers ala 1970's United States bar scene. After we arrived home we realized all of our nice clothes would have to be dry cleaned because they smelled like cigarette smoke. As a person who has watched more than one loved family member spend the last month of their life gasping for air while coughing up a black, gooey substance that used to be their lung tissue, I am surprised that such supposedly "sophisticated" Europeans haven't figured out the obvious ill effects their cigarette smoking has on themselves and the people around them. So between the dimwitted hostess that failed to recognize my lady and attempted to refuse her re-entry to the establishment (my girl doesn't drink alcohol, but was having chamomile tea BTW), the hostess and manager Heinz refusing to simply furnish their patrons with an employee's name, which can only be described as rather odd and a rather futile attempt to and I quote Heinz directly here ..."to prevent a negative on-line review", and the thick blanket of cigarette smoke that enveloped us shortly after our arrival to the club I can say that we won't be returning to SKY Cafe.. the place that advertises the "great views", yet won't let patrons go out on the terrace late at night to actually partake in said "great views". Other reviewer here say the terrace views are not that "great". On a positive note they have great drinks... , but I can make a great drink in my hotel room and for the price of two drinks at this snooty joint can share an entire bottle with friends and have change left over. Folks i am 59 years old and grew up in Fort Lauderdale Florida USA and worked at many smoke filled nightclubs to include Art Stock's Playpen, The Chateau Madrid...even Big Daddy's in my day and i know a club with a "good vibe". IMHO this place is a pretentious waste of time and "selective" coat check fees for us tourists. Nobody dancing, no good music and anonymous employees that think withholding their name after treating you shabbily will prevent exposing their bad behavior. Sorry, I rate this place a thumbs...

Sky Steffl, a restaurant and cafe located in the heart of Vienna's bustling tourist district, offers a unique dining experience that distinguishes itself from the plethora of options available to travelers. Despite its position in a heavily frequented area, Sky Steffl boasts two notable advantages that are not commonly found in typical tourist destinations.

Firstly, the restaurant provides an exceptional vantage point for viewing the city's historic center and the iconic St. Stephen's Cathedral. This feature alone makes Sky Steffl a compelling choice for those wishing to enjoy a meal amidst the backdrop of Vienna's most cherished landmarks. The opportunity to dine with such a panoramic view of the city elevates the overall experience, offering both aesthetic pleasure and a deeper connection to Vienna's cultural heritage.

Secondly, despite the high volume of visitors, Sky Steffl maintains a standard of culinary quality that exceeds expectations for tourist-centric establishments. While it is acknowledged that the service may be slower due to the demand, the patience required is amply rewarded with flavorful dishes that capture the essence of local cuisine. This commitment to quality, even in the face of operational challenges, ensures that guests who are not in a rush will find their time at Sky Steffl to...

I read many mixed reviews so i’ll start with the beginning. It was the first time going there so i heard that is always crowded so i made reservations on Google not knowing that it’s actually divided in 2: left side (as you get out of the elevator or stairs) is a bar and you have to leave your coat at the wardrobe (where was like 1 h staying line) and right side is the restaurant where they take your coat and place it into their wardrobe. Not knowing where we have reservations, my husband stayed in wardrobe line just in case while i went asking. At the restaurant i waited like 10 min at the desk so nobody came and i went to the bar. At bar, it was the same but i wanted to wait. The reservation was actually at the restaurant. The good thing is that there were free tables next to the window and we had a view. The food was below average and the service the same. Would i go again? NO! Would i recommend, even for the view? Maybe the terrace of the bar...