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Lusthaus

Built in 1784 as a lodge for imperial hunting parties, the unusual octagonal building has served as a restaurant since the end of the monarchy. Serves traditional Austrian fare.

Address: Freudenau 254, Leopoldstadt
Getting there: at the end of the Prater Hauptallee
Hours: Oct-Apr: Thu-Tue 12:00-18:00; May-Sep: Mon Tue Thu Fri 12:00-23:00, Sat Sun holidays 12:00-18:00
Website: lusthaus-wien.at (opens in a new tab)

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