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Austrian-influenced dishes & cocktails, plus beer & wine on tap offered in vintage-cool surrounds.
What to order: Best Pretzel in NYC · Wiener Schnitzel · Tender Braised Beef Gulasch w/ SpätzleFrom Google Maps reviews.
Had a really great experience at Werkstatt this past Sunday. The staff are lovely and so is the food. The giant pretzel specifically is a must. It’s really unfortunate how few German/Austrian restaurants we have in the city which makes it all the more important to visit the ones we do. Highly recommend.
Stopped here for an early lunch on a Saturday. Loved the onion soup, pretzel, and whitefish toast. I was somewhat worried the menu might be meat-centric, but at least as an ovo-lacto-pescatarian (I’m vegetarian-adjacent, but eat eggs, dairy, and fish), there were plenty of great options. Definitely hope to go back soon!
The pretzel was top notch. Got the bratwurst, yummy – although personal preference don’t love the sauerkraut. The spatzle was also good. Vibe is cozy & warm.
From the Apr 3, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Garbage was kept in open or leaky containers, which attracts pests.
Dishes and utensils weren't being properly washed and sanitized.