Freiherz opens: Viennese cuisine meets BBQ in the heart of the university campus!

Freiherz opens: Viennese cuisine meets BBQ in the heart of the university campus!

The Old Vienna General Hospital was transformed into a new culinary oasis on June 20, 2025. With the reopening of the FREIHERZ, which was formerly known as the Stiegl Ambulance, the city is expecting a fresh hotspot for students, residents and strollers. Situated between the university, the city center and the enchanting courtyards, the restaurant is now NOT just a place to dine, but a real meeting place for everyone who appreciates socializing. This new opening was redesigned by the Litus Group with the most modern aspects and impresses with a colorful mix of Austrian classics and BBQ specialties.

What does the FREIHERZ have to offer? The menu includes both traditional Viennese dishes and innovative creations. Some of the highlights that you shouldn't miss are the grilled stilt for 24.50 euros per kilogram, the delicious grilled chicken for 15.90 euros per portion and the tempting smoked BBQ ribs from 18.50 euros. This should satisfy your appetite for hearty, well-prepared dishes. But it's not just the palate that is spoiled, but also the eye: the warm earth tones and red accents create a relaxed, inviting atmosphere.

A celebratory start

The official opening event will be celebrated on June 26, 2025 from 5 p.m. and promises a festive evening. The FREIHERZ team, which consists of the talented minds Philipp Pracser, Miridon Berisha and Lukas Cernega, will certainly put together a great program here. As already mentioned, the target groups are not only students, but also families and all connoisseurs who are enthusiastic about modern Viennese cuisine and BBQ.

A city favorite in a green ambience

The area around FREIHERZ, like the Altes AKH campus, is a green oasis in the middle of the city. Several guest gardens characterize the picture and invite you to linger. This sheltered location is ideal for spending a relaxing day. However you spend your time there - whether with a relaxed beer in the beer garden or an enjoyable meal in the restaurant, FREIHERZ has a place for all occasions.

In recent years, Vienna has seen some exciting new openings, with FREIHERZ being one of the most promising. Gastronomy reports emphasize that the FREIHERZ could be very popular in the list of the TOP 10 new openings in Vienna. With its mix of traditional and modern cuisine, it appeals to a wide target group and could quickly establish itself as the city's favorite as there is something for every taste.

The address of the FREIHERZ is Alserstraße 4, 1090 Vienna - a piece of Viennese lifestyle that you shouldn't miss. No matter whether you come by to eat, drink or relax, the FREIHERZ is a place that combines the different facets of Viennese gastronomy in a wonderful ambience.

If you would like to find out more about the reopening, visit the articles about the Freiherz on Gault Millau or the 1000things Magazine.