Vienna coffee houses are so important to Austrian culture that they literally shape their place in the country’s history and European history. These coffee houses allowed writers and thinkers to gather to discuss changing and controversial subjects. Today, coffee houses are as popular as ever and have become one of the city’s main attractions. Below are the top picks of the six best coffee houses in Vienna!
Cafe Schwarzenberg
If I could choose one coffee house in all of Vienna, then the person watching it would be Cafe Schwarzenberg. This traditional coffee house has long been a favorite of artists and musicians, and is one of the most photogenic interiors without too many crowds.
KΓ€rntnerRing 17, 1010 Vienna
Cafe Sperl
The nearby 2 seconds run is CafΓ© Sperl, near Naschmarkt. This means it’s a little bigger and a little far from the town centre. In other words, it’s a local place and a great place to avoid crowds. This is located in the Artist District, and is a great area to roam any day of the week.
Gumpendorfer str. 11, 1060 Wien
Cafe Central
Although the lines are packed in almost an hour of the day, Cafe Central is a must-have visit at least once in a lifetime. The interior is spectacular and the cake is amazingly good! Thanks to that “center location, you need to be ready to wait (it’s very popular!)
Herrengasse 14, 1010 Vienna
Cafe Landmann
Another favorite cafe in the 1st district, and therefore a very central cafe to visit anytime is Cafe Landman. They also have a truly amazing (and extensive) food menu, making this our top pick for a proper meal beyond coffee and croissants.
University 4, 1010 Vienna
fertilizer
If you just want a sweet treat, you can’t look for more than Demel, one of Austria’s most famous chocolate brands.
Kohlmarkt 14, 1010 Vienna
CafePrΓΌtel
Last but not least, Cafe PrΓΌckel is a great option for local hotspots. There are far fewer tourists at the edge of the first district. Interior decorations are very different from more traditional coffee houses, with a modest approach to design. Compared to other coffee houses, the cake is probably the best too!