The "Zur Goldenen Gans" (Golden Goose) is one of Klagenfurt's oldest surviving buildings and was first documented in 1489. Its core dates back to the 16th century, and it was originally intended as a residence for Emperor Frederick III after his castle was demolished to make way for the Landhaus (state parliament building).

For centuries, the building shaped the cityscape, particularly during its time as the town house of the Barons von Dietrichstein, who occupied it from 1877 to 1975. As part of the Old Town's redevelopment, the house underwent extensive restoration in 1975; the historic arcaded courtyard was uncovered and opened to the public for the first time.

The building owes its current name to the distinctive house sign of the "Golden Goose," a gilded brass figure that has adorned the entrance since 1892. In 2016, the theft of this symbol caused a stir throughout Carinthia – however, the goose reappeared a few weeks later and was subsequently reinstalled securely.

Today, the Golden Goose impressively combines centuries of history with a new lease on life and offers a unique setting for modern gastronomy in the heart of Klagenfurt's old town.