The Loft is a fairly new spot that opened about two years ago. This bar/cinema/pavilion/… attracted me in the first place because of its attitude. The owners regard themselves as ‘easy & casual’ which also is the kind of customer they want to allure. Given that the musical concept is not put into frame but flexible to differing parties, you get Electro, Hip Hop, Rock and Funk as well as unclassified genres.

Tuesdays are reserved for the movie night called filmloft where one can enjoy great shows for free! The movies’ topic changes every other month, original soundtrack. On Wednesday evenings singer/songwriters get the opportunity to perform – again entry is free of charge. Fridays and Saturdays are open to varied parties, dancing strictly recommended!

Their guiding slogan: “Working hard for better parties in Vienna!” tells you what to expect.

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The Loft | Bars, Cinemas, Festivals & events | Pint € 3.60
Lerchenfeldergürtel 37 | Outer districts
Tue – Thu 19:00 – 02:00, Fri – Sat 20:00 – 04:00

Established only in 2001, this little exhibition center in the 7th district is home of some of the best photo expositions in Vienna. This is just something a photographer, an amateur or just a curious visitor can’t really miss.

Every 20 days or so a new thrilling event is there to be admired. In the past they’ve hosted the very cream of photography from Araki to Burri and Salgado. Every year the World Press Photo winning photos are showcased here.

Located in a minimalist former loft it is perfectly arranged to focus the visitor on photographs without distractions. The only one being the permanent collection of more then 800 historical cameras which won’t pass unnoticed.

From time to time they organize auctions of old-timer equipment and an old glorious Graflex could be yours for a little more then 300 Euro. The adjacent Westlicht all-Leica shop is worth visiting even if you can’t afford buying one!

Current exhibition: 21.02.2012 - 22.04.2012

“Platon” – Face to face with the political leaders of our time. A portrait of power at the highest levels.

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Westlicht | Art & culture, Festivals & events | Entry fee € 6.50
Westbahnstraße 40 | Inner districts | +4315226636
Tue – Wed & Fri 14:00 – 19:00, Sat – Sun 11:00 – 19:00

A small street, somewhere in the 3rd district in a quiet residential area… who would expect such an authentic Cretan cuisine here. The Taverna Lefteris might look like the typical Greek from around the corner, but the quality of the food is outstanding.

Native extra virgin olive oil is the base of most dishes. Fish specialties are always worth trying here, and the best choices are usually the current seasonal offers (which are usually not written anywhere, so ask the waiter!).

Food is served with a smile by the Greek staff and if you are curious enough to spy, you will see women ruling the kitchen. Open your stomach with a plate of Mesédes (cold or warm entrées) accompanied with homemade bread (incredibly good!) and a glass of wine.

Go there for one of their regular live music events for the Greek experience in Vienna

Upcoming:17.4. THEODOTI ALEXANDROU

RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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Taverna Lefteris | Festivals & events, Restaurants (Greek) | Main from € 8.00
Hörnesgasse 17 | Inner districts | +4317137451
Mon – Sat 18:00 – 00:00

The Sargfabrik is Vienna’s biggest self-governing community and cultural building. There are flats, a kindergarten, a concert hall, a café-bar-restaurant, meeting rooms and a “bath house” (sauna, swimming pool, wellness area-open in winter).

The café-bar-restaurant has recently re-opened with a new chef and offers culinary delights. The lunch menu for € 7.90 including dessert and coffee seems to be a good reason for visiting the place! (open Mon – Sat 10:00 – 22:00) There is a big choice of vegetarian food! On Monday and Tuesday evenings they have live music in the restaurant, donations to the artists are expected and table reservations recommended. Check the program on Restaurant/Acoustic Salon on their website.

Other concerts and cultural event, usually focusing on alternative and world music are listed here.

It is definitely worth a visit if you are interested in architecture and also in the project itself. That its name means “coffin factory” is not just a curiosity, it really used to be one!

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Sargfabrik | Art & culture, Music, Relaxing, Festivals & events
Goldschlagstraße 169/2 | Outer districts | +43198898121
Mon – Sat 10:00 – 22:00