Since 1982, the Seiler family has maintained this Old Town fixture as a dedicated intersection of art, music, and dining. While the name might suggest a casual lounge, the space operates as a full-service restaurant where the atmosphere is shaped as much by the soundtrack as the kitchen. The interior feels lived-in and personal, dense with art pieces collected over decades and centered around the namesake piano. This instrument is not just decor – it is the focal point for regular live concerts featuring professional musicians, and when the schedule is clear, skilled patrons are welcome to sit down and play.
Three generations of the family have been involved in the daily operations, maintaining a rhythm that keeps the space feeling like a local meeting point rather than a tourist stop, despite the central address. The menu reflects this continuity, focusing on regional ingredients and long-standing supplier relationships. You will find Austrian staples like Wiener Schnitzel and fresh salads, but the kitchen also leans into the founders’ roots with original Swiss Rösti, served as a crispy side or a main event. The fillet steak with pepper cream sauce is another fixture on the tables here. Because the room is intimate and the local following is strong, walking in without a reservation is rarely a successful strategy.
Piano Bar