SHIKI Japanese Cuisine

SHIKI Japanese Fine Dining is one of Vienna’s most prestigious restaurants, holding a Michelin star since 2018 and making history as the first Japanese restaurant in Austria to receive this distinction. Located on Krugerstraße in the city centre, just steps from the Vienna State Opera, SHIKI was founded by internationally renowned conductor and violinist Joji Hattori, who envisioned a space where the finest Japanese culinary tradition meets European fine dining culture. The restaurant’s name, meaning both ‘four seasons’ and ‘conductor’ in Japanese, reflects the kitchen’s philosophy of allowing the seasons to guide the menu. Guests may choose from a seven-course set menu in the fine dining room, casual Japanese dishes and fresh sushi in the brasserie, or light bites and cocktails at the bar. The kitchen team seamlessly blends classic French techniques with authentic Japanese methods, incorporating seasonal and regional Austrian produce alongside top-tier imported ingredients. Signature dishes have included Atlantic lobster with egg yolk, turbot with artichoke, and a remarkable banana and miso dessert. The sake and wine selection is expertly curated, with a strong emphasis on Austrian and French labels. SHIKI is an essential destination for anyone seeking a world-class Japanese dining experience in Vienna.