The top 10 Classic Coffee Houses in Vienna
The history of the Hofzuckerbäckerei Demel dates back to 1786. Once reserved for a select few, it is now a world-renowned institution for coffee and pastries. The café offers enjoyment and a visit to the museum at the same time – the displays are irresistible.
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.
Once you've proven yourself to Patrick Schönberger as a coffee nerd, grinds and roasts quickly dominate the discourse. Chatting with the neighbours is a daily routine. After all, people like to stay longer here if they "just wanted" to have a quick espresso.
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!
In the dignified district of Hietzing, Patisserie von Oberlaa cannot be missed. The shop looks as graceful as it is cosy. All kinds of pastries, confectionery and homemade ice cream are available. Big plus: beautiful terrace and shady garden.
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.
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!
Coffee arrived in Vienna at this address in 1683. The espresso culture is thanks to the many years of management by Roman Schärf, who has been providing generations of Viennese (and their guests) with Italian delights at this city ringside seat to this day.
The café is a piece of Viennese coffeehouse history. Despite its venerable age, it attracts with a modern, hip ambience. The varied menu with bowls, pancakes and burgers is in keeping with the spirit of the times, and the latte art is perfectly executed here!
Two floors, opulent and luxurious, with a dreamlike view of the Vienna State Opera. Authentic Viennese coffee specialties, delicious strudels and the incomparable taste of the original Sacher Torte tempt you here. An unforgettable Vienna experience!
You could call it a modern interpretation of a traditional coffee house. Old blends with new, classic furniture is combined with modern elements. In terms of cuisine, they stick to typical Viennese dishes.
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.
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.
In this café, which has existed since 1900, tradition, charm and atmosphere have been masterfully preserved. With clever modern touches, especially in the first-class breakfast menu, Vienna's coffeehouse culture is kept to this day.
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.
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.