Foodie City Partner Restaurants in Graz
Which restaurants in Graz stand for regional top-quality cuisine, Styrian specialties and authentic culinary delight?
There’s outstanding cooking at the 38 partner restaurants of the Foodie Capital of Austria, Graz.
The range extends from award-winning restaurants to traditional inns. All share a love of regional produce, coupled with the courage to try creative variations. Here it’s simply about seasonal cuisine and the very freshest ingredients from the Styrian Regions of Delight – with indication of origin of course.
The partner companies of the Foodie Capital of Austria are indicated by the logo of the Foodie Capital.
Foodie City Partners in Graz
Regional quality. Authentic flavours.
The Foodie City Partners represent the very best of Graz's culinary scene. From traditional inns and cosy cafés to award-winning gourmet restaurants, they all share a commitment to regional ingredients, seasonal cuisine and sustainable quality. In these FAQs, you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Foodie City Partners and discover why they are among the city's top culinary destinations.
Graz combines traditional Styrian cuisine with innovative gastronomy and a strong commitment to regional ingredients. Its vibrant farmers' markets, outstanding restaurants and Foodie City Partners make Graz one of Austria's leading culinary destinations. Visitors can enjoy seasonal specialities prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality.
There are 38 Foodie City Partner restaurants in Graz, ranging from traditional inns and wine taverns to cafés and award-winning fine dining restaurants. An up-to-date overview of all partners can be found in the Graz Tourism Restaurant Guide.
Foodie City Partners display the official Foodie City Partner logo. This label stands for certified quality, regional sourcing and the conscious use of local products. Many partner establishments display the logo prominently at their entrance or on their menus.
Choosing a Foodie City Partner means enjoying authentic Styrian cuisine prepared with fresh regional ingredients of the highest quality. At the same time, you'll support local farmers and producers while experiencing the culinary diversity that has earned Graz its reputation as the Foodie City of Austria.
Graz has proudly held the title of Foodie City of AustriaFoodie City of Austria since 2008. Through this initiative, the city promotes regional cuisine, sustainable food production and close cooperation between restaurants and local producers.
Graz was named the Foodie City of Austria in 2008 and has since established itself as one of the country's leading culinary destinations. The city is renowned for its exceptional concentration of high-quality restaurants, cafés and traditional inns, all committed to regional ingredients, seasonal cuisine and sustainable dining. A close partnership between local chefs and Styrian producers ensures that fresh, locally sourced ingredients from the surrounding gourmet regions make their way directly onto the plate.
In Graz, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. While classic Styrian dishes are celebrated in traditional inns, a new generation of chefs is reinterpreting regional cuisine with creativity and contemporary flair. The certified Foodie City Partner Restaurants guarantee outstanding quality, regional authenticity and full transparency regarding the origin of their ingredients.
The city's culinary scene is further enriched by a wide range of experiences, including culinary walking tours, food tastings, the Truffle Festival, children's cooking classes, and BÜHNEN GRAZ Gourmet, which uniquely combines gastronomy with culture. Thanks to this diversity, Graz has earned a reputation as one of Europe's most exciting foodie destinations - an ideal place for anyone who appreciates exceptional food, authentic local products and a vibrant culinary culture.
Sustainability is a key principle of the Foodie City Partners. They focus on short supply chains, seasonal ingredients and environmentally responsible business practices. In doing so, they actively contribute to the sustainable development of Graz – the Foodie City of Austria.
Yes. Since 2021, all Foodie City Partners have been certified according to the quality and origin standards of the AMA GENUSS REGION programme. This certification guarantees transparent quality standards and the traceable origin of the ingredients used.
