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Kruger’s American Bar

Bar Cocktail bar

Old-school drinking den with decor dating from the 1920s, offering high-end cocktails & cigars. People often mention drinks, cocktails, service, Vienna, atmosphere, staff, cigars, friendly, great, American,


Address

Krugerstraße 5, 1010 Wien, Austria

Website

www.krugers.at

Contact

+43 1 5122455

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (841 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Friday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 6 PM to 2:05 AM
  • Sunday: 7 PM to 1 AM
  • Monday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Tuesday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Wednesday: (Labour Day), 6 PM to 1 AM, Hours might differ

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: drinks (17) cocktails (13) service (9) Vienna (8) atmosphere (8) staff (8) cigars (7) friendly (7) great (6) American (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Charles Richard M. 1 year ago on Google • 443 reviews
    A wonderfully cosy place with its dark wood panelling to spend a few hours or an evening in good company and a great selection of classic tasty cocktails served with a smile. Recommendation!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lui42 2 months ago on Google • 619 reviews New
    A colonial style cocktail bar in the heart of Vienna. Cousy ambiance and taste cocktail menu.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sergio P. 2 years ago on Google • 432 reviews
    Wood and leather decoration of style and quality. Soft light and good atmosphere. The alcohol rack is huge and fascinating. Good and fast service. Very attentive. The only but is the menu, quite ridiculous for a place of this level.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Z A. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome bar, polite staff, the drinks are great. Coming back for high quality service again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Florian W. 5 years ago on Google • 325 reviews
    Great classic American bar - leather couches, dim lights, selection of cigars at the entrance. All the spirits you could want. It is on the more expensive side, although not overly so factoring in its location and quality of drinks. The bartender is always happy to give recommendations, personally I’m sticking to the classics as they are always done exactly right. Naturally there’s a divide between the smoking and non-smoking area, however the glass wall and door is not exactly great at keeping them separate - so if you absolutely can’t stand the smell of smoke, you should be looking for other places. Aside from that, it’s a very solid choice for drinks.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mark A. 2 years ago on Google
    I've been visiting this cocktail bar for the last 20 years but recently had a terrible experience with one of the waiters. I was asked to show my green pass which is a digital covid identification pass on a smartphone. He scanned it then to my surprise was asked what vaccine I had which I none of his business then I was asked another question about my health which I don't want to post here . Then on top of that I was asked to show a letter from the health institute Vienna . I didn't have my reading glasses with me at the time but offered to show my identity card after a few short minutes he said it's ok you can stay seated . terrible terrible customer service that ruined what would have been a great evening
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Joanna P. 1 year ago on Google
    Something to know about this place... You can't enter without leaving your jacket at the entrance. And then you must pay to get your jacket back... I absolutely dislike such behavior. Sounds like robbery to me. Of course we decided to go for a cocktail somewhere else where we could keep our jackets.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel U. 1 year ago on Google
    Really great experience, fantastic atmoasphere, tasty cocktails. Coat check guy Benjamin, was very charming and helpful!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Annika S. 1 year ago on Google • 5 reviews
    perfect authentical bar in the city center of Vienna, staff is very nice and friendly, cocktails were soo good as well!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Agata K. 1 year ago on Google
    Perfect cocktails made by very professional bartenders, friendly staff, and chilling atmosphere - exactly how it should be in the best Bar in the city 👍🏻😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana S. 6 years ago on Google
    Amazing speakeasy bar with a nice atmosphere, jazz and excellent cocktails. You have to try The Godfather
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rebekah H. 4 years ago on Google
    (10/10/2017) - Kruger’s American Bar in Vienna is a lovely place to have drinks. It was so chilled and the decor is lovely. It was slightly pricey but the cocktails were amazing! I would definitely go back if I were to visit Vienna again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Duaa R. 2 years ago on Google
    I guess this is the best cigar bar in vienna
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mitzi M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing cocktails and service!!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Semina E. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff is honestly so nice! They are so knowledgeable around cocktails and so genuinely polite! Try “one night in Venice”, it is the tastiest!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 P M. 10 months ago on Google • 155 reviews
    We loved the dark and moody atmosphere, but the service was sadly not very friendly and the drinks were pretty mediocre for the high price.

  • 2/5 Mattia B. 10 months ago on Google • 51 reviews
    Outstanding looking venue but poor cocktails execution. If you calls yourself “american bar” there is only two cocktails book you can follow: The Savoy Cocktail Book or Charles Schumann’s Cocktail book and you must follow specs. The cocktails were shaken with not enough ice in the tin therefore were watery, no double straining (more water), no classics specs were followed (I ordered a Last Word and it came with simple syrup and no Green Chartreuse). The staff was nice, the Bar Manager has work to do on the recipes.

  • 5/5 SETGANG- Z. 4 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    Great place to enjoy cocktail in the center of Vienna.Staff was helpfull and profesional but allso friendly we will be happy to come again sometimes.

  • 3/5 ian y. 2 months ago on Google • 14 reviews New
    As a seasoned traveller, I struggled to recognise an 'American' theme. Prices are in the 'you must be joking' categorie & the atmosphere in this well appointed 'gentleman's club vibe' was, frankly, boring. If that's what you want... its fine

  • 5/5 ROW 9 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    I recently had the pleasure of celebrating my boyfriend's birthday at Kruger's American Bar, and I must say, it was an absolutely fantastic experience! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that set the tone for the evening. The bar itself exudes charm and character, with a unique American-themed decor that instantly transports you to another time and place. The selection of drinks at Kruger's is great. The attention to detail in the drinks was evident, and it was clear that the bartenders take pride in their creations. Whether you prefer a timeless favorite or want to try something new, you can trust that the drinks at Kruger's American Bar will leave you thoroughly satisfied. But what truly made our visit unforgettable was the exceptional service we received. The staff at Kruger's went above and beyond to make my boyfriend's birthday celebration truly special. They helped me brilliantly in organizing the surprise, ensuring everything was perfect. They surprised us by showing up with a delicious birthday cake, accompanied by a round of drinks and even table fountains! It was a truly magical moment, and my boyfriend was overjoyed. The kindness and attentiveness of the staff throughout the evening were remarkable. They consistently checked on us, making sure we had everything we needed and ensuring our glasses were never empty. Their genuine friendliness and professionalism truly made us feel like valued guests. If you're looking for a bar that combines excellent drinks with top-notch service, look no further than Kruger's American Bar. Whether it's a special occasion or simply a night out with friends, this place is a hidden gem. I cannot recommend it enough, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit! Thank you, Kruger's, for making my boyfriend's birthday celebration unforgettable. You guys are amazing!

  • 5/5 Ali M. 1 year ago on Google
    Kruger’s bar is one of the most exquisite experiences you’ll have in Vienna … the drinks are incredible the options are limitless … the bartenders are friendly and the mixer is just amazing … 10/10

  • 5/5 David B. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place, old wood, lots of leather, amazing cocktails from the bartenders, and a separate smoking section with some nice cigars.

  • 2/5 Lala C. 8 months ago on Google
    Some suggestions to the service: - let the customers to take their time and have their drink instead of constantly coming to the table and ask "are you finished?" - stop taking the unfinished drink out of the table without asking then back put it back down when you realised it's unfinished - when the table ask for the menu for second round of drinks, please make sure you give one each so they don't have to squeeze and read it together - don't bring the bill until you're asked - don't curse at customers when they don't tip you, it happened for a reason, or in my case, reasonsssss I've been here a few times and always loved the drinks, I might still come and that's exactly why I'm writing a review cuz I think everyone deserves to enjoy the place.

  • 4/5 Ingo B. 11 months ago on Google
    If you can get a couch spot, this is a really comfortable place. Great selection of drinks.

  • 5/5 Denis R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to spend an evening in Vienna. Excellent location, friendly personal, big choice of drinks and cigars. Beautiful interior. The place designed for cigars lovers, but because of the pandemic, you can't smoke inside.

  • 2/5 Julian B. 1 year ago on Google
    Came for drinks and cigars, but was told that you cannot smoke cigars inside, even though its supposed to be a cigar lounge. Unaceptable state of cigars in their humidor, cracked, mouldy.

  • 3/5 Hanna A. 4 years ago on Google
    The drinks are really good but the atmosphere is not as nice as is used to. There is now a compulsory coat check for 1.50€ which probably is trying to be classy but is actually just really rude. Either not have it or make it free, if you want to be a classy bar because service and friendless matter.

  • 4/5 Andreas H. 2 years ago on Google
    The location, interior and staff were all good. The cocktails were a bit too sweet for my taste but hey, it's american, right :D Anyways the reason I give 4 points is because I was expecting something ..well, more American. Maybe beer in pitchers, baseball running on tv in a corner of a bar, and a barkeeper to whom you can tell your life story while they polish glasses or something.

  • 2/5 Dominik S. 2 years ago on Google
    Ambiente is ok, but feels hollow. Drinks seem basic for the price, waiters aren't very helpful, which I expect them to be when I spend 13€ for a drink...

  • 5/5 Valeria F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, friendly personnel, maybe a bit too popular for a Saturday eve 😉


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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