This fabulous bar in Vienna’s 7th district may be difficult to spot, but it is even harder to deny yourself the refreshing and artful drinks Plus43 has to offer. Newcomers are intrigued to visit this distinctive speakeasy, but it is the bar’s handcrafted gin and a slurp of their shaken cocktails that prompt inexperienced guests to stay. One doesn’t drop by Plus43 for a simple nightcap, but for an open atmosphere and an assortment of tasteful and unique liquors.
But wait—a passcode to enter and tables only through reservation? You may have a few questions, but lower your raised eyebrows and rest assured that exploring this secret cocktail bar will result in a well-spent evening.
Unlock the secret behind the name
“#CallYourBarman” is owner Semih Aybar’s way of expressing how a tastefully crafted drink can help you in your time of need. While Gen Z’s show much appreciation for the smart use of the hashtag, it is also a humorous jab at the establishment’s name, which refers to the Austrian area code +43.
As soon as you’ve picked up your phone and made a reservation, expect to step foot into an opulent and sizeable bar with funky drink mixes and a fashionable setting.
Plus43 takes you from Vienna to New York
Imagine the following scenario: It’s the late 1920s in New York City on a weekday. You and your burned-out friends are looking for a quick pick-me-up for the night and enter an illicit underground bar serving prohibited drinks and tonics. And now we fast-forward to the present day: Times aren’t as hard as they used to be, and receiving a liquor license isn’t much of a struggle anymore. But the excitement and thrill of what such sheltered speakeasies originally stood for haven’t lost their appeal. Long after the 20th century, bars such as Plus43 continued to practice the novelty of secret bars, but with a notable (and very legal) twist.
Shaken and also stirred
Before your lips can even get a taste of the drinks at Plus43, it is your eyes that are initially mesmerised by the bar’s immersive atmosphere. Grande ceiling art and moody lighting entice you to get comfortable before browsing through their select menu. Each cocktail contains specialty ingredients that open up a conversation between the guests and the establishment’s skilled bartenders. On occasion, you may also find owner Semih joyfully flipping and turning the cocktail shaker behind the tavern. He and his team intend to provide their customers with quality drinks and sustain their hunger for a touch of nostalgia. And in the event any guest craves an actual appetite, the bar will gladly oblige by offering complementary truffled popcorn with their order.
Swing by for a tasteful escape
In this bar, traditional and modern drinks are served in symbiosis. If your palette is in the mood for tasteful liquors and other creative alcohols, it is a must to take a seat at Plus43. Raise your glasses and salute your drink with its nifty add-ons that put those whimsical miniature umbrellas to shame. Stay up to date on the newest in the world of Fashion, Arts, Beauty and Lifestyle; Follow FAB on Instagram.
Our FAB-Facts
The Austrian nightlife can be an exhilarating experience if you know where to go. If you’re indecisive about your next late-night destination, these fabulous facts about Plus43 may change your mind and lift your spirits:
Drinks: Cocktails and house-made mixes
Service: Forthcoming, experienced
Ambience: Lively, casual, subdued luminance
Average Cost: 20-30 Euros per person
Opening Hours: Tue-Sat: 08:00 PM – 04:00 AM
Where to find them: Westbahnstraße 10, 1070 Wien
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