dreizehn by Gauster

The staff were extremely welcoming, understanding and professional. The atmosphere was minimalistic yet elegant. The food (sous-vide lamb shoulder) was exquisetly made; very soft as well as having a rich depth of flavour. It also came out fairly quick, with little waiting time (note that it was not very crowded). The focus is definitely on a quality service, which the price mirrors. Recommended.

This has got to be the best meal we’ve had since landing in Europe 3 weeks ago. Go for the surprise menu - 3 courses plus a snack to start and it was fantastic - pomegranate cocktail was really good too! Won’t tell you what we had as it will spoil your surprise but really worth the money. Staff are friendly and very attentive too. Only negative for us was all the smokers!

As a seasoned culinary explorer, walking into dreizehn by Gauster feels like entering an oasis of modern elegance in the heart of Graz. The interior blends cool minimalism with warmth—cushioned chairs, soft lighting, and sleek bar artfully invite conversation. Morning sunlight filters onto the terrace at Franziskanerplatz, marrying urban charm with soft energy. For lunch, I chose the thoughtful lunch set—a delicate starter followed by a beautifully plated main course, finished with rich espresso and a sweet treat. It’s a concise meal done exceptionally well. But the real gem? The surprise tasting menu—each course a refined revelation, inventive ravioli here, exceptional beef tartare there, all bursting with seasonal creativity. The wine pairing elevated the experience—staff suggested bottles that complemented textures and flavors perfectly. Conversations flowed easily, drinks lingered leisurely, and service felt intuitive without ever being overbearing. Whether it's a quick yet indulgent mid-day meal or an immersive evening of surprises, dreizehn by Gauster delivers a culinary journey that's stylish, sophisticated, and deeply satisfying. Highly recommended for those who crave elegance, innovation, and heartfelt hospitality in every bite.

We had a great time — tasty food, friendly staff, and great wine!

A very special place in Graz. There are many good restaurants, local food, fish, Italien but this is the only one in Graz I know, which does have an exceptional atmosphere, a marvellous crew and high class food. For a real fine dine where you want to have some cosy feeling beside the dishes this is THE place in Graz.

Great service. Not even by Austrian standards but really World class! We were given a table with a deadline (we had no booking and there was an evening reservation), but we bare felt it. The food was on time and we managed to have all dished well before the table needed to be cleared. The food itself was delicious. The beef tartare was really out of this world, the ravioli and gyōza were on par. I highly recommend the place.

Great food with a good touch of elegant tastes and fresh tastes. The wine and service were excellent. wine was local souvinion blank. We had the cream soup esparagus and beef tartar. After we had the ravioli

This restaurant has mastered the art of simplicity done well. I had the margherita pizza, and although it seemed basic, it was phenomenal — thin crust, fresh mozzarella, perfectly balanced sauce. The arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette was crisp and refreshing. The open kitchen gave the place a modern, energetic vibe. Great food, great service, and great value.