Young men wanted with brazen 20 euro campaign in Floridsdorf!

Young men wanted with brazen 20 euro campaign in Floridsdorf!

In a bizarre incident in a restaurant in Floridsdorf on October 8, 2025, two young men outrageously did not pay their bill, which amounted to around 78 euros. They ate and drank sparkling wine, veal schnitzel and Jägernockerl, then simply put 20 euros on the table and quickly left the restaurant, the Schwaigerwirt. The incident was immediately shared on the company's Facebook page, where the operators published a description of the two thieves and called for them to be hunted down. As if they couldn't believe the whole thing, it became clear that many of the users on social media were hoping for a misunderstanding rather than assuming it was a bold scam.

But the Schwaigerwirt thinks out loud about the procedure: “It now depends on whether we file a report or not,” said the innkeepers. They emphasize that they do not take the negative reporting personally and even see it as a kind of advertising for their business, even though many guests' reactions to the incidents were mixed. The post has already received several hundred comments and shows how much people react to such incidents and share their opinions.

Video surveillance in the catering area

The Schwaigerwirt also pointed out that he had installed video surveillance in the restaurant that could document the incident. This measure is a requirement because, according to the Data protection law firm Video surveillance must have a clear purpose. The GDPR cites protection against break-ins or theft as reasons, although general security reasons are not sufficient here. Those responsible at the Schwaigerwirt must prove that there is a legitimate interest in video surveillance and that all legal framework conditions are adhered to.

However, video surveillance is not simply permitted, especially in restaurants. According to the Regulations of the State Commissioner for Data Protection Constant video surveillance in dining and lounge areas is usually problematic as it severely encroaches on the rights of guests. Entrance areas may only be monitored outside opening hours in exceptional cases, and all surveillance must be limited to what is absolutely necessary. The goal is to protect guests' interests and maintain privacy - a delicate balance when it comes to security.

The public discussion

The discussion about such incidents in the catering industry is also intense on social media. While many users support the idea of ​​providing more security through surveillance, others fear that personal freedom is being unnecessarily restricted. In this particular case, clarifying the incident via video surveillance could be beneficial for the Schwaigerwirt. However, it remains to be seen whether the perpetrators will be caught and how the legal framework in the context of data protection will develop.

In summary, the hope at the Floridsdorfer Schwaigerwirt remains unbroken that this incident will remain an exception. The events show that every guest is not just a customer, but also part of a community that protects each other. Maybe we should all pay a little more attention to paying our bills properly!