Innsbruck is home to a great mix of family-friendly restaurants, so traveling with children in tow doesn’t mean you have to compromise on good food. I’ve put together this list of ten spots to eat with kids across Innsbruck — from old-town taverns to a mountain hut with its own playground. For each one, I’ve included why it works for families, dishes your kids will likely love, and everything you need to book a table.
Our own son, M, is 18 now and doesn’t always feel like tagging along with his parents anymore — but we’re lucky to still have plenty of friends with younger kids, and their feedback (and appetite) has shaped a lot of this list.
1. Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant
A large, lively Nepali restaurant close to the university with a floor-seating area in one room which kids tend to think is great fun. The food is flavourful without being overwhelming, and portions are generous — plus the fast, friendly service means you’re not keeping restless kids waiting long.
The waiters are wonderfully friendly and seem to remember faces after just one visit.
Kid-friendly dishes: Momos (dumplings, veg or chicken), mild chicken tandoori, naan bread.
Address: Universitätsstraße 13, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant, +43 512 588588
Price class: €€ (moderate)
2. Glorious Butcher
A trendy, casual burger joint right on the Inn river, just steps from the Golden Roof. The order-at-the-machine setup is quick and low-pressure — great for antsy kids who don’t want to wait for table service — and there’s a dedicated kids’ menu.
Kid-friendly dishes: Kids’ burger with fries, classic smashed cheeseburger, milkshakes.
Address: Innrain 2, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Glorious Butcher, +43 664 88337760
Price class: €€ (moderate)
3. Burenwirt
An unpretentious Tyrolean tavern with a warm, homely feel and friendly staff — the kind of place where a family with kids doesn’t feel out of place even on a busy night. Portions are large and prices are easy on the wallet, which matters when you’re feeding a family.
The name “Burenwirt” actually dates back to around 1900, when enterprising innkeepers named the tavern after the Boers to draw in soldiers passing through Innsbruck en route from the Netherlands during the Anglo-Boer War in South Africa. As South Africans ourselves, that connection is what drew us in the very first time we visited.
Kid-friendly dishes: Chilischnitzel (mild versions available on request), Cordon Bleu, crispy pork knuckle to share.
Address: Dorfgasse 9, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Burenwirt, +43 650 9830016
Price class: € (budget-friendly)
4. Restaurant Bierwirt
An authentic Tyrolean restaurant with an outdoor garden area in a quiet neighbourhood away from the tourist crush — ideal for letting kids move around a bit between courses. The staff are known for being patient and welcoming with families.
Kid-friendly dishes: Homemade Schlutzkrapfen (filled pasta pockets), potato pancakes, spinach dumplings.
Address: Bichlweg 2, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Restaurant Bierwirt, +43 512 342143
Price class: €€ (moderate)
5. Arzler Alm
To get to this mountain hut restaurant takes more effort, but the sweeping views over Innsbruck make it worth it. The Arzler Alm is a short (1,5 km) hike away from the Hungerburg station of the Innsbruck cable cars. It has a playground right next to the seating area — a win for parents who want to eat in peace while kids run around safely.
This was actually one of the first hikes we did after arriving in Innsbruck 16 years ago, carrying M half the way up. But the view, the beer, and the food made it all worth it.
Kid-friendly dishes: Wiener Schnitzel, hot chocolate with whipped cream, apple strudel.
Address: Rosnerweg 113, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Arzler Alm, +43 676 4500665
Price class: €€ (moderate)
6. Stiftskeller
One of the biggest and busiest restaurants in Innsbruck’s old town, which actually works in families’ favor — it’s spacious, loud enough that kids’ noise blends right in, and the menu blends hearty Austrian and Bavarian classics that even fussy eaters tend to enjoy.
Kid-friendly dishes: Kässpätzle (Austrian cheese pasta), goulash with bread, pretzels.
Address: Stiftgasse 1/7, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Stiftskeller, +43 512 570706
Price class: €€ (moderate)
7. Poseidon – Poseidon Der Grieche
A warm, welcoming Greek taverna with a lovely enclosed patio and a lunch menu that’s both affordable and generous — good news for families feeding several mouths. Portions are filling and the staff are known for being attentive to allergies and special requests, always a plus with kids.
While M was growing up, we used to come here for lunch on my birthday at the end of November before visiting the Innsbruck Christmas market with him.
Kid-friendly dishes: Gyros with fries, souvlaki skewers, Greek chips with tzatziki.
Address: Innrain 38, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Poseidon Der Grieche, +43 512 908204
Price class: €€ (moderate — especially good value at lunch)
8. L’Osteria
A big, buzzy Italian restaurant chain spot known for its enormous pizzas and pasta portions (their pizzas are famously oversized, meant for sharing). L´Osteria is a reliable, no-fuss choice when you’ve got hungry kids and don’t want to gamble on an unfamiliar menu.
A fun trick worth knowing: ask for a bit of pizza dough for the kids to shape their own little creations at the table. If the kitchen isn’t too busy, the staff will even bake it for you.
Kid-friendly dishes: Margherita or ham-and-cheese pizza (easily shared), spaghetti with tomato sauce, tiramisu for dessert.
Address: Erlerstraße 17, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: L’Osteria, +43 512 58014410
Price class: €€ (moderate)
9. Haikky Wok
An all-you-can-eat Asian buffet with teppanyaki, sushi, and a huge spread of dishes to choose from. Kids love being able to walk along the buffet and pick out exactly what they want, rather than being stuck with one plate. It’s especially good value over lunch, when the buffet runs noticeably cheaper than the evening sitting — worth timing a family visit around.
Kid-friendly dishes: Teppanyaki (choose your own protein and sauce), fried noodles, dumplings, plus a solid dessert selection to finish.
Address: Olympiastraße 17, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Haikky Wok, +43 512 322625
Price class: € (budget-friendly at lunch — buffet runs roughly €16 per person, served 11:30 AM–3:00 PM; the evening buffet costs more)
10. Thai-Li-Ba
A spacious, welcoming Thai restaurant right on Adolf-Pichler-Platz, with an open kitchen that keeps kids entertained watching the cooks at work. The real bonus for families: there’s a playground directly next to the restaurant’s outdoor seating, so parents can relax while the kids burn off some energy just steps away.
Kid-friendly dishes: Pad Thai, mild red or green curry (ask for it kid-level mild), spring rolls.
Address: Adolf-Pichler-Platz 3/Rathausgalerie, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Booking/contact: Thai-Li-Ba, +43 512 567888
Price class: €€ (moderate)
Insider Tip
Innsbruck’s old town restaurants fill up fast during peak lunch and dinner hours, especially in summer and around the Christmas markets. Calling ahead to reserve a table — particularly for larger family groups — is always a good idea.
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