More than 160 years of history
The GmoaKeller is one of the oldest inns in Vienna. The house and restaurant were built by master builder Oelzelt in 1858 as part of the expansion of the city. Crown Prince Rudolf and Mary Vetsera are said to have met here in secret, which is why the pub was called "Zum Kronprinzen" for some time. At that time, the street level was at the height of today's side road, so it is likely that there was already an outdoor dining area here.
1936
Andreas Wetzer from Sopron takes over the inn from the previous owner Franz Wimmer and starts trading in Gols wines in the cellar. Since then, the inn has also been known as the "Golser Gmoa-Keller".
In the years after the Second World War, Joe Zawinul and Fatty George played jazz in the cellar. The bowling alley in the cellar was in operation until 1970.
In 1962, Andreas Wetzer's niece, Grete Novak (née Herzog), took over the restaurant. She became a Viennese original, remembered not only for her roasted liver. After her death in January 1999, her sister Hedwig Vécsei continued to run the restaurant alone for a few months.
2000
On April 1, the GmoaKeller reopened with a new owner after a few weeks of renovations. Committed to tradition, everything has been left as it was - only behind the scenes have we adapted the restaurant to the requirements of the 21st century.
In 2010, 152 years after the house was built, the cellar(SUE Architekten) is adapted as a guest room for the first time. With a few simple steps, our cellar can also be adapted for events.
I look forward to your visit!
Sebastian Laskowsky
