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Mochi
A lively Japanese and pan-Asian restaurant on Praterstraße that grew into a small Viennese food group, known for sushi, small plates and a relaxed, playful style.
At a glance
- Type
- Japanese and pan-Asian
- Area
- Leopoldstadt, Vienna, Austria
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- mochi.at
Good to know
- Online reservations
- Sister ramen bar and takeaway
Why we recommend it
Mochi is one of the best-known Asian restaurants in Vienna and a favourite of the city's younger food crowd. It began on Praterstraße in the second district and has since grown into a small family of venues around the city, including a ramen bar, a takeaway deli and Japanese-Italian and fried-chicken spin-offs, as well as a new restaurant in Bolzano. The original restaurant at Praterstraße 15 remains the flagship.
The cooking is Japanese at heart but ranges more widely across Asia, and the restaurant describes its style as diverse, with the aim of leaving guests happy rather than following strict tradition. Expect sushi and maki, grilled dishes and a range of small plates designed for sharing, which makes ordering several dishes for the table the best approach. The menu changes over time, so ask the staff for recommendations and for the dishes of the day.
The room is compact, informal and busy, with a mix of tables and counter seats and a cheerful, noisy atmosphere at dinner. It suits couples, groups of friends and solo diners looking for something lighter than a traditional Viennese meal, and it is a useful option for a long lunch in the Leopoldstadt area. Service is quick and casual, and the shared-plates format makes it easy to try a wide range of dishes in one visit. Prices are moderate for central Vienna, though the bill can climb if you order many plates.
Reservations are accepted for lunch and dinner and are strongly advised, especially in the evening, as the restaurant fills up quickly. You can book online through the website or by phone. The restaurant has traditionally been closed on Sundays and public holidays, but it announced Sunday opening from November 2026, so check the current hours on the website before you go.
Praterstraße runs from the Danube Canal towards Praterstern, and Mochi is a short walk from Nestroyplatz station on the U1 and from Schwedenplatz (U1, U4) across the canal. The area has become one of the city's liveliest food streets, with cafés, bakeries and bars along Praterstraße and in the Karmeliterviertel nearby. The Prater and the Riesenrad are about 15 minutes' walk to the east.
Mochi FAQs
What kind of food does Mochi serve?
Japanese and pan-Asian dishes, including sushi, maki, grilled dishes and small plates for sharing.
Do I need to book?
Yes, booking is strongly recommended, especially for dinner.
How do I reserve?
Online through the Mochi website or by phone on +43 1 925 13 80.
Is Mochi open on Sundays?
It has traditionally closed on Sundays and public holidays but announced Sunday opening from November 2026, so check the website.
Where is Mochi?
At Praterstraße 15 in the second district, near Nestroyplatz station on the U1.
Is it good for vegetarians?
The menu includes vegetable dishes, but ask staff about current vegetarian options.
Are there other Mochi venues?
Yes, the group also runs a ramen bar, a takeaway deli and other concepts in Vienna.
What is nearby?
The cafés and bars of Praterstraße and the Karmeliterviertel, and the Prater about 15 minutes away on foot.