A Viennese institution – but an overrated one: Restaurant Zum schwarzen Kameel (8. April 2023)
The Zum schwarzen Kameel belongs to Vienna for more than a century and, hence, it has quite a reputation and is famous, so, people actually queue to eat here. And while it is amazing to be ‘welcomed’ (although welcomed is a liberal interpretation of selective friendliness) by a guy who seems older and more antique than the restaurant itself, I don’t quite see how this is such a famous place (or even a must when being in Vienna). The “amuse bouche” was something to put in your mouth, but far from memorable.
The “bread and butter” were definitely nice, though. I mean, I liked the quality of the bread and the butter was quite tasty too.
The “salsify cream soup” (EUR 10.00) was quite enjoyable, but also far from outstanding.
The “Viennese veal schnitzel” (EUR 28.00) was definitely good. I enjoyed the quality of the meat, the thinness of the meat, and the breading. So, all in all, nothing to complain about.
The “potato and Brussels sprouts salad” was okay. Somehow, I’m not the very biggest fan of the Viennese potato salad since it’s too dense, too heavy.
And while the place definitely has history and caters to a more traditional audience …
… which can also easily be seen by the table cloth …
… to me, it’s not worth the visit. Especially, since they are being overly complicated in getting a table and since the food isn’t really outstanding. To be fair to the waiter though, he was very welcoming, friendly, and swift in his service.
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Contact Details:
Restaurant Zum schwarzen Kameel
Bognergasse 5
1010 Vienna (AT)
Tel.: +43 1 533 81 25
E-Mail: info@kameel.at
Homepage: >http://www.kameel.at
About the Author: Sven
I started the blog in October 2009, while living in Milan which I definitely consider to be one of the food capitals of the world. I was in touch with food since my early childhood (as my father is a former chef). Whenever I can, I travel the world to discover new places, to meet people but mostly to try local dishes and to find hidden gems! If you know a place worth going, please drop a line to: info@thediningexperience.org.
Currently, I am a member of the following food-related associations: Chevalier @Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Zurich-Ville; Membre Gourmet Dégustateur @Ordre Mondial des Gourmets Dégustateurs [OMGD]; Gesellschafter @Goldener Fisch and Member @Slowfood Convivium Zurich City. 
