Café & Restaurant Motto am Fluss
Experience exceptional dining on Vienna's waterfront. This popular spot boasts a 4.3-star rating and exquisite cuisine. Reserve your table today.
Stylish, all-day venue for local & global cuisine in an iconic boat-like building, with canal views.
About Café & Restaurant Motto am Fluss
Nestled along the scenic Danube Canal, this esteemed establishment offers a sophisticated dining experience, reflected in its impressive 4.3/5 rating. Diners consistently praise the exquisite taste and immaculate presentation of the food, with many highlighting perfectly cooked steaks and a welcoming atmosphere. The ambiance is thoughtfully curated, providing a pleasant setting for a meal, whether you're enjoying an evening out or a group gathering. With outdoor seating available and a selection of cocktails, it's a place that truly caters to a memorable occasion. Reservations are recommended to secure a table at this highly regarded Viennese destination.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
Meal Time (breakfast)
This restaurant primarily serves breakfast. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Café &
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Great food that tasted exquisitely and was presented immaculately. €165 for 2 people spent. Was a little too warm by the window but it is summer. Nice to have a steak that was cooked exactly as wanted. If we visit Vienna again we will surely eat here again. Recommended to reserve a table ahead of time. Probably the best restaurant around! Service was incredible and the food was just divine From the minute we arrived they made us feel welcomed right through to when we finished our wonderful meal. And I must say the smashed burger I have’s was probably the best ever! Located right on the canal this place had the coolest vibe to match! A must go! Thank you to the whole team there!! This place is recommended on various guides and by various people. We reserved a dinner for 6:30 PM and we arrived at the opening at 6. Was not a problem to get a table next to window as we asked for. The waiter was very good and helped to make some choices between the options we had for food. Also he recommended a good local white wine for our fish. What I appreciated ( and I recommend people traveling from other countries or continents to do - verify where you travel and what is the local food and people culture ) was the focus on client wellbeing . Example: food takes time to be served ( thanks good is cocked and not microwaved ) and the waiter asked us if we are ready for main dish or we want to wait a little and enjoy view and discussion. Regarding the food - is a real gastronomic restaurant , I enjoyed the fish and chips revisited and the gazpacho as starter. If you are not in rush, if you understand the restaurant is an experience and not a need to eat, if you accept the local “cold” people style then go here and enjoy the view of Danube Channel. One mention - they have bar, terrace and restaurant - my dinner was in the restaurant.
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Franz-Josefs-Kai 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Recent Reviews
Samsher S.
August 10, 2025
Great food that tasted exquisitely and was presented immaculately. €165 for 2 people spent. Was a little too warm by the window but it is summer. Nice to have a steak that was cooked exactly as wanted. If we visit Vienna again we will surely eat here again. Recommended to reserve a table ahead of time.
Kef K.
October 15, 2025
Probably the best restaurant around! Service was incredible and the food was just divine From the minute we arrived they made us feel welcomed right through to when we finished our wonderful meal. And I must say the smashed burger I have’s was probably the best ever! Located right on the canal this place had the coolest vibe to match! A must go! Thank you to the whole team there!!
George D.
July 6, 2025
This place is recommended on various guides and by various people. We reserved a dinner for 6:30 PM and we arrived at the opening at 6. Was not a problem to get a table next to window as we asked for. The waiter was very good and helped to make some choices between the options we had for food. Also he recommended a good local white wine for our fish. What I appreciated ( and I recommend people traveling from other countries or continents to do - verify where you travel and what is the local food and people culture ) was the focus on client wellbeing . Example: food takes time to be served ( thanks good is cocked and not microwaved ) and the waiter asked us if we are ready for main dish or we want to wait a little and enjoy view and discussion. Regarding the food - is a real gastronomic restaurant , I enjoyed the fish and chips revisited and the gazpacho as starter. If you are not in rush, if you understand the restaurant is an experience and not a need to eat, if you accept the local “cold” people style then go here and enjoy the view of Danube Channel. One mention - they have bar, terrace and restaurant - my dinner was in the restaurant.
Ruben E.
July 24, 2025
Great place, pretty classy. Get the All Day Big Boy Breakfast Sandwich. It was quite pricy at €16 but it was worth it. The best thing about this place is the amazing atmosphere when the sun is out. If you know you are coming on a sunny day, make a reservation to sit outside in the shade. You will experience the definition of atmosphere. Places like these will make us come back to Vienna.
Tomiris N.
June 22, 2025
Amazing atmosphere and great view! If you want to spend an evening with good drinks, lively atmosphere, breeze from water, I recommend Motto. It is a bit pricey, so be prepared to give some cash. The location is a former cruise ship, and the vibe is accordingly great! I recommend reserving a place in advance
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Café & special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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Everything you need to know before you visit
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