Salzburg: Mozart Dinner Concert at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium

Summary

Salzburg’s candlelit Mozart concert with dinner in Europe’s oldest restaurant

You’ll step into Salzburg’s oldest restaurant for a candlelit Mozart dinner concert, sharing tables with fellow travelers as musicians play arias from “The Magic Flute” and “Don Giovanni.” Taste recipes from Mozart’s era between performances, watch the flicker of candlelight on Baroque walls, and leave feeling like you’ve borrowed an evening from another time.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, I booked the Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg because I’d seen it in some travel magazine years ago and thought, why not? But walking into St. Peter Stiftskulinarium — this place is older than most countries, I swear — it felt like stepping into a painting. The Baroque Hall was all soft candlelight and gold trim, and you could hear people murmuring in German and English as they found their seats. Someone at my table tried to guess how many candles there were (we lost count). It smelled faintly of wax and something buttery from the kitchen.

The musicians came out in those wild Rococo costumes — wigs and all — and started with a piece from “The Magic Flute.” Our guide for the night (I think her name was Anna?) explained that even Mozart himself had dined here with his family. She had this way of telling stories that made you forget you were surrounded by strangers at shared tables. Between arias, we ate dishes inspired by 18th-century recipes; honestly, I still don’t know what half of it was but the soup tasted like autumn somehow. Li laughed when I tried to pronounce one of the courses in German — probably butchered it.

During one duet from “Don Giovanni,” I caught myself just staring at the flickering shadows on the ceiling instead of eating. The whole thing felt sort of suspended in time, like outside didn’t exist for those few hours. People clapped hard after each piece — even the ones who looked too fancy to clap at first. By dessert, everyone at our table was chatting about which opera they liked best or if they’d ever been to Vienna (I haven’t yet). So yeah, if you’re looking for a Mozart dinner concert in Salzburg that feels less like a show and more like being let into someone else’s century for an evening…this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Mozart Dinner Concert Experience

• Arrive at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium
• Enjoy candlelit Baroque Hall ambiance
• Dine on three-course historical meal
• Listen to live Mozart opera performances
• Watch musicians in authentic costumes

Top questions

What time does the Mozart Dinner Concert start?

The evening starts at 7:30pm; doors open at 6:30pm and admission is until 7:15pm.

Where is the concert held?

The concert takes place in St. Peter Stiftskulinarium in Salzburg’s old town.

Is dinner included with the ticket?

Yes, your ticket includes a three-course meal inspired by historical recipes from Mozart’s time.

Are drinks included?

No, beverages are not included and must be paid after the performance.

Is there a dress code?

Yes, smart casual attire is required for this event.

Can wheelchairs access the venue?

The venue has no lift but staff can help carry non-electric wheelchairs upstairs; heavy electric chairs aren’t possible.

Are children allowed?

Yes, infants and small children can attend and use prams or strollers.

What music will be performed?

You’ll hear highlights from “The Magic Flute,” “Figaro's Wedding,” “Don Giovanni,” and “A Little Night Music.”

What’s included

Your evening includes admission to the Mozart Dinner Concert at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium in Salzburg’s old town, live opera performances by musicians dressed in period costumes, plus a three-course meal based on recipes from Mozart’s era—just remember drinks are extra and shared tables are assigned on arrival.