The Atmosphere at Café Landtmann.

The 25 most popular coffee houses in Vienna

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The Viennese coffee house culture is known to be a big part of its charm. Falstaff presents the most popular coffee houses in Vienna, where decades of tradition meet modern times.

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19.01.2024

Café Sperl is undoubtedly one of THE showpieces of Vienna and proudly carries on the heritage of the coffee house tradition. The walls have heard and seen a lot - since 1880 the Sperl combines culture, history and gastronomic. You can taste all of this in the Sperl cake.

Gumpendorfer Straße 11-13
1060 Vienna
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This traditional coffee house embodies Viennese charm par excellence. The charming waiter serves apple strudel and coffee in style on a silver platter. As a meeting place for politicians and journalists, there are always interesting things to see at the Landtmann.

Universitätsring 4
1010 Vienna
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Café Korb embodies Vienna's coffee house culture like no other - and has done so for over 100 years. Historically charged and with classic coffee house furniture, the charm has always been preserved. Susanne Widl has been successfully carrying on the legacy since 2000.

Brandstätte 9
1010 Vienna
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Café Tirolerhof preserves the 104-year-old coffeehouse tradition. Authentic atmosphere of a Viennese coffee house from the turn of the century. Viennese coffee specialties (from Meinl) and traditional cuisine in a nostalgic ambience. Insider tip: Germknödel!

Führichgasse 8
1010 Vienna
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Not just a café, but a social meeting place and a place to linger. Culinary delights are guaranteed. The breakfasts are named after famous personalities, even Pipi Longstocking is there. A café that combines culture and coziness.

Staudgasse 1
1180 Vienna
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Probably one of the most famous and oldest cafés of the old Viennese coffee house tradition! At breakfast you should take your time and enjoy the unique ambience. The best combination: a delicious "melange" accompanied by a delicious apple strudel.

Himmelpfortgasse 6
1010 Vienna
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A timelessly charming place for meetings and a popular meeting place for business people, but also for those seeking peace and quiet. The Eiles is one of the oldest coffee houses in Vienna. Despite its fame, the atmosphere is relaxed and never uncomfortably crowded.

Josefstädter Straße 2
1080 Vienna
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Café Sacher embodies the Viennese coffee house tradition like no other café. Its elegant and dignified atmosphere impresses tourists and fills every Viennese with pride. The world-famous Sacher cake with coffee is, of course, an absolute must!

Philharmonikerstraße 4
1010 Vienna
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Bachata across from the train station? Yes, the 118-year-old Westend has new owners who are giving it a young vibe. During the day, however, everything has largely remained the same with newspapers, Mozart cake and melange. What is new is the friendly, larger garden.

Mariahilfer Straße 128
1070 Vienna
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2023 means change! The new management has brought a breath of fresh air to the café. As one of the last representatives of the old coffee-house tradition, the Prückel has modernised through a "soft relaunch" and is to shine with new splendour.

Stubenring 24 (Lueger-Platz)
1010 Vienna
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A nod to Vienna's coffeehouse tradition, crowned by the majestic, elegant ambience of years gone by. The famous Imperial Torte was created in honour of Emperor Franz Joseph I – the recipe remains a well-kept secret to this day.

Kärntner Ring 16
1010 Vienna
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The Art Nouveau café is not only visually impressive, but also offers a wide range of gastronomic delights - from home-style Viennese cuisine to homemade pastries. But the warmest thing here is the welcome - like a reunion with old friends.

Hamburgerstraße 20
1030 Vienna
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In the charming Art Nouveau café, which has served as a film set several times, you can feel the eventful history of the house. The breakfast selection is varied and offers classic and traditional variants, but also modern and contemporary creations.

Argentinierstraße 49
1040 Vienna
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The famous Café Mozart has been exuding Viennese charm, exclusivity and coffeehouse tradition for 200 years. Enjoy a piece of cake, the finest patisserie and a melange with a view of the opera. The specialty of the house is the apple strudel - a true Viennese original!

Albertinaplatz 2
1010 Vienna
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The artists' café in the 1st district is virtually a living legend. It embodies the essence of Viennese coffeehouse culture and is an absolute must-see for every visitor. An unforgettable experience that brings the history and soul of the city to life!

Dorotheergasse 6
1010 Vienna
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The traditional café was opened in 1935 by Karl Hummel and is the heart of Vienna's Josefstadt district. It is lovingly regarded by many as a second living room. Large and classic breakfast selection, and according to Viennese tradition, there's a newspaper with the coffee.

Josefstädter Straße 66
1080 Vienna
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Only a few Ringstrasse cafés still bear witness to Vienna's Belle Epoque, and the "SchwaBe" is one of them. That's why they still maintain old Viennese traditions with Maria Theresa coffee and Gabelfrühstück (second breakfasts). Sweets (chocolate mousse cake!) are waiting in the showcases.

Kärntner Ring 17
1010 Vienna
Austria

Since 1875, the Diglas has embodied Viennese coffeehouse tradition. Once a meeting place for politicians, artists and poets, today it is a meeting place for everyone. The old coffee house character with chandeliers, boxes and furniture has been preserved in its true style.

Wollzeile 10
1010 Vienna
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This place has a history that you can literally feel. The Alt Wien is not just a café, but a classic, rustic Viennese pub and retreat at any time of day. Here you can experience real cosiness far away from excessive frills.

Bäckerstraße 9
1010 Vienna
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Between potted strudel and goulash, it's a great place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Regulars from the creative industries appreciate not only the "Hurch coffee" (= triple espresso), but also the relaxed nature of this institution. Newspaper service included!

Postgasse 2
1010 Vienna
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Café Jelinek is like a journey back in time - with history on the walls, furniture and interior. The large breakfast menu has recently been expanded to include diverse vegan and vegetarian options. A place that feels like a gastronomic museum visit.

Otto-Bauer-Gasse 5
1060 Vienna
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Waiting in line outside the café is part of the experience. As one of Vienna's most famous and magnificent coffee houses, Central was once a meeting place for art, literature and politics. Today, it's a tourist attraction and really can't be compared to any other café.

Ecke Herrengasse/Strauchgasse
1010 Vienna
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The café, open until 3 pm, naturally pays special attention to breakfast. Quality and freshness are paramount. The coffee is particularly impressive, even as an espresso martini shot. The menu can be described as a land of milk and honey.

Linke Wienzeile 22
1060 Vienna
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The lettering above Café Ritter on busy Mariahilfer Strasse is iconic. Once a meeting place for literary figures and artists, today it is popular with tourists and Viennese alike. The 1950’s style has been preserved, and the coffeehouse tradition is carried on proudly.

Mariahilfer Straße 73
1060 Vienna
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Carina Falk has preserved the Viennese coffee house tradition and history in its fourth generation. The café is a real institution and a social meeting place for young and old. Not to forget the rich food and coffee offer.

Wagramer Straße 137
1220 Vienna
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