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Lohninger is an Austrian restaurant at Schweizer Straße 1 in Frankfurt am Main, where Mario Lohninger's kitchen earned a rating of 3 in Der Feinschmecker for 2026. The restaurant sits on the ground floor of a historic townhouse near the Museumsufer, and its menu pairs Austrian classics with Asian, Mediterranean and American touches.
Mario Lohninger grew up helping in his grandfather's bakery and his parents' restaurant in Leogang, near Zell am See. He trained in international kitchens before opening Lohninger in spring 2010. He keeps the Austrian classics but lightens them, and the menu is split into "Die Heimat" and "Die Welt" so guests can build a meal from both halves.
Der Feinschmecker calls the Wiener Schnitzel and oxtail goulash the best in town. Carinthian Schlutzkrapfen appear on the menu as well. From the international side, the yellowfin tuna sashimi with shiso cucumber salad and the New York-style pastrami sandwich show the restaurant's wider reach.
The dining room has high, individually decorated ceilings, a grey and lilac colour scheme and bespoke wooden furniture. Austria forms the core of the wine list, and staff offer knowledgeable guidance on bottles from the country.
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Concept Full of flair and charm, featuring excellent, cosmopolitan yet Austrian-inspired cuisine, prepared with distinction in a stately historic townhouse. Lunch and dinner menus, alongside an attractive à la carte selection. Culinary Style The best Wiener Schnitzel in town? Naturally at Mario Lohninger's! The best oxtail goulash, onion steak, and Carinthian Schlutzkrapfen? Also at Lohninger's! But he can also take things in different directions. Yellowfin tuna sashimi with shiso cucumber salad, grilled miso salmon, Breton monkfish with red cabbage jus, or the New York-style pastrami sandwich are among Lohninger's finest classics. Wine Austria naturally forms the core of the wine list. Knowledgeable guidance is provided. Atmosphere Elegance is presented in a relaxed and casual manner; the stylishly appointed restaurant comes complete with a cozy, feel-good ambiance. Conclusion Mario Lohninger and his team deliver cuisine and hospitality that will leave you truly happy.
Behind the facade of the stately corner building, you’ll find Alpine classics à la cheese ravioli and Wiener Schnitzel, alongside the occasional culinary foray into Asia. All in a relaxed gourmet style, of course.
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