The story behind the plates

HISTORY

Gemütliches Restaurant mit Holztischen, Weinflaschen in hölzernen Regalen an der Wand und dekorativer Beleuchtung.

We created Restaurant Bolena to make you happy with modern and delicious recipes. Enjoy a special moment with people you love. Discover new flavors, foods, and drinks. Take a seat, order and enjoy!

Modernes Restaurantinterieur mit Holzböden, hohen Tischen, Weinregalen an der linken Wand und roter Akzentwand mit Gemälde.

Domenic Rief, chef

In the heart of Josefstadt, Restaurant Bolena invites you to relax with a glass of selected wine and exquisite Mediterranean dishes and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.

+ 11 years later, Bolena is now one of the most popular restaurants of the capital.

We created Restaurant Bolena to make you happy with modern and delicious recipes. Enjoy a special moment with people you love. Discover new flavors, foods, and drinks. Take a seat, order and enjoy!

Gourmetgericht mit zartem Fleisch, kleinen Gemüsestücken und Mikrokräutern auf grünem Gelee, serviert auf einem grauen Teller mit weißen Pinselstrichen.

Values

01

Good is not enough

While we are very proud and satisfied with what we have achieved over the last few years, we are always striving for more. The focus is on the wellbeing experience of our guests and we try to improve this year after year.

02

Cooking is an art

Our chef, Domenic Rief, has been with us since day one. Initially as a kitchen assistant, now as a chef with several awards. Including 2 Falstaff forks and a Gault-Millau bonnet.

03

Tell our story through our meals

Our kitchen team is always on the lookout for something new. Be it when traveling, visiting other restaurants or leafing through gourmet magazines. What is considered “good” is picked up and incorporated into the creations of our dishes.

04

We are a family, not a team

Team Bolena has actually grown together as a family. A large part of them has been with us for many years or right from the start. We're always there for each other. Both as colleagues and friends! Anyone who belongs to the team is part of the family. We are considerate of each other and help each other even when difficult times arise — be it for business or private purposes.

Bolena Awards and
Recognitions

Bolena has received several awards for its excellent cuisine and wine selection.

Falstaff Logo mit den Worten Genießen Wein Essen Reisen auf schwarzem Hintergrund.
Falstaff-Logo mit einer Bewertung von 89 Punkten und drei von fünf gefüllten Weingläsern, Falstaff Barguide 2022.
Falstaff Restaurant- und Gasthausguide 2024 mit 86 Punkten und zwei goldenen Gabeln.
Falstaff Restaurant- & Gasthausguide 2025 Auszeichnung mit 87 Punkten und zwei goldenen Gabeln.
Gault&Millau Auszeichnung mit 12 von 20 Punkten für das Jahr 2023, gelber Kreis mit Kochmütze.
Gault&Millau Auszeichnung mit 12 von 20 Punkten und einem Kochmützen-Symbol, Jahr 2024.
Gault&Millau Logo mit Kochmütze und Text 12 von 20 Punkten 2025 auf gelbem Kreis.
Rundes Siegel mit rotem Logo und Text ‚Empfohlen von Hier Feiern Eventlocations & mehr‘.

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Discover our inviting event space with a stylish ambiance and space for up to 130 people.

Innenraum einer Bar mit leuchtendem runden Tresen, roten Hockern und zahlreichen Diskokugeln an der Decke.
Erfrischender Mojito-Cocktail mit Minzblättern und zerstoßenem Eis in einem Glas mit Strohhalm.
Verschiedene Flaschen alkoholischer Getränke, darunter Gin, Rum, Wodka und Champagner, auf einem beleuchteten Barregal mit umgedrehten Weingläsern darunter.

Restaurant Bolena Wien, located in the charming 8th district, offers you a place where pleasure and hospitality take center stage. We offer an exquisite selection of modern dishes, prepared with great attention to detail and using local ingredients whenever possible. We attach particular importance to the combination of fresh, regional products and the creative interpretation of modern cross-over cuisine.