Balthasar

What a wonderful treasure and to consider you are sitting in a cafe that folks like Mozart or Linz…read morecould have once sat as well! And you are simply enjoying great service, a wonderful tart and the best coffee you have ever had! If you like coffee you can't pass through Vienna without stopping at Cafe Daniel Moser's and please do not miss out as you can watch the street life pass you buy! Old school yet with a modern flair of service without loss of traditional Vienna cafe!

The coffee is amazing here, we went to Daniel Moser for a quick early coffee stop and a little…read morebreak from walking around town. Service was great, the lady who served us was very knowledgeable about the items on the menu and she even suggested other options. It was really a great atmosphere sitting outside on the sidewalk chairs and taking in the early morning in Vienna.

Signs to the washrooms

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Kaffee Alt Wien

4.1(140 reviews)

0.9 km•Innere Stadt

Stopped in for some Wien favorites. Walking down the street and happened upon Kaffee Alt Wien…read more Popper in on a Saturday at about 6pm and was seated right away. We ordered the Wiener Schnitzel and the Goulash Soup. Both were very flavorful. The veal was very tender. It started to get pretty crowded as we were leaving. Great little find.

On a street filled with wonderful restaurants, the spot stands out as a local hang where you get…read morehomemade classics. My friend and I, while appreciative of all of the fine dining options in the city center, wanted to feel more at home and ended up coming in for dessert and coffee here. Service is good and the vibes are like a local bar. The food is really what stands out. Hands down the best apfelstrudel I had while in Vienna. Definitely worth stopping by!

Goulash Soup

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Café Central

4.1(749 reviews)

1.6 km•Innere Stadt

If I had to think about the top five things I've ever eaten, this place would take the cake…read more(figuratively and literally, hehe) in terms of dessert. Like Demel, Cafe Central is a MUST visit when you go to Vienna, where the coffee houses are a sight to behold on their own. Yes, the wait is quite long. Every time I pass by, there's a line, but it actually goes rather quickly and if you can find something to do to pass the time, it's like nothing at all. First off, the interior is STRIKING, a work of art in its own right with marble columns, stylish looking cafe tables, and paintings every where you go. Apparently Sigmund Freud has been a frequent patron here. Even if you were to get nothing at all, just the experience of sitting here is worth your eyes absorbing. But, oh!--the cakes--and the coffees! I had me an iced coffee that had a great body mixed with a delicate flavor to give me a jolt through the day. The hazelnut cake was airy and fluffy, not at all too sweet like American desserts have a tendency to be! The staff here move efficiently, and I love how there's no pressure to hurry up and pay your bill or make your order. A repeat place to be sure if I were to go back to Vienna. My twin and I went on Sept '25 for our vacation.

The famous Cafe Central!!! I was so excited to go here that I almost gave up because of the long…read moreline. I went around 9:00 AM. The line moved pretty quickly, though, and I waited about 30 minutes. The interior is stunning. I was completely enamored with the architecture and the structure of the building. I was not overly hungry, but I wanted to try the goulash and the apple strudel. Get the strudel with the sauce. 10/10. Amazing. I would absolutely do it again.

Interior

Apple Strudel

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I'm me more pic of the display

Demel

3.8(495 reviews)

1.5 km•Innere Stadt

Took a walking tour and our guide recommended this place for the pancake desserts. We ordered a…read morepancake and a strudel. Both were good, especially with the respective sauces. Went well with the Anna's coffee. We sat outside but they also have indoor seating with an upstairs area.

We were told from family at home to visit when we are Vienna…read more -Long line for the cafe -We did take out of pastries -Near a lot of fine shopping stores -Very busy

Bar area sans customers, towards their closing time

Apple strudel- the national dessert of Austria

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Inside shop

Fenster cafe

4.7(22 reviews)

0.8 km•Innere Stadt

Worth the stop! Very yummy coffee and inside a waffle cone, how can you go wrong? When you get to…read morethe bottom you are left with a little chunk of melting chocolate. Superb.

Okay, I fell for this tourist trap. All these rave reviews for this expensive little chocolate cone…read moreof cappuccino. Really cute concept but also somewhat forgettable, though a needed boost during the day.

This coffee was uniquely delicious.

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Fensterccino and Spaceman

Garten Café

4.5(2 reviews)

1.2 km•Innere Stadt

Located in the lobby of the Marriott Vienna. A lovely Austrian Cafe, but they do not only serve…read moredessert. They have a full menu of salads, sandwiches and entrees. The wait staff are very friendly and accommodating.

When you walk inside the Marriott Hotel, this is something that will catch your eye, even if it is…read morea small cafe. You see the big slices of different cheesecakes and other cakes, and your first impression is that, oh... these things are too rich, I will never finish it! Maybe, maybe not... but the thing about it is, I noticed that the cheesecakes in Vienna are not as rich or sweet as the ones made in North America, so actually, that's a good thing. Don't get me wrong... the giant slice of cheesecake served there will definitely fill you up, and you will also need at least one or two cups of coffee or espresso (I prefer the "verlaengerter" / "Americano", which is basically a black coffee with added hot water to stretch it out and dilute it a bit.). Yes, that's just to wash the cheesecake down with. Give it a try; you will definitely not be disappointed!

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Cafe Hawelka

3.8(247 reviews)

1.3 km•Innere Stadt

Small, intimate and olde worlde ambience, Vienna takes coffee to a whole new level, exquisitely…read moreserved in small cups as it should be with a side of water on a delicate tray. I could do this every day while writing my memoirs. Service was brisk and they were appropriately attired.

We went to this lovely Cafe on the recommendation of our cruise director, and because of its…read morehistory (opened in 1939 and frequented by the likes of Arthur Miller and Andy Warhol). We went in on a lovely Sunday, and were pleased to get a table for the 4 of us right away. The place was cozy and felt like a living room or breakfast nook. The owner sat nearby enjoying a coffee and came by an asked us how we liked our visit. The coffee was very good and the strudel was delicious as well. Highly recommend!

Interior

Strudel

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Jonas Reindl Coffee

4.6(81 reviews)

1.7 km•Alsergrund

Been here three times over the years and it doesn't disappoint. Third wave coffee roasters that get…read morethe best of the beans out-sweet aromas in a very relaxed setting.

Had the most amazing torte along with a tasty coffee. Service was quick and plenty of seating. I…read morewould highly recommend this place! It also was near the tram which takes you into the city.

..bin schon Stammgast

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Kleines Café

4.3(65 reviews)

1.2 km•Innere Stadt

ORIGIN: Although you would think the cafe was there far…read morelonger, Kleines Cafe (small cafe) opened in 1970. LOCATION: The cafe is in the Franziskanerplatz in the inner city, a perfect stop for those exploring Vienna. EXPERIENCE: I entered this cafe for a supper one late afternoon. As the name suggests, the cafe is small, making for a cozy feeling. I enjoyed a sliced ham sandwich (Schinkenbrot) which brought to mind how outside the U.S. even something as mundane as an open-faced sandwich is prepared and presented to make the best of the ingredients. A layer of ground horseradish was spread on the long slice of bread, and the attractively folded layers of ham were topped with freshly grated cheese. SERVICE: I experienced swift and efficient service during my visit. TIPS: The cafe only accepts cash.

Great coffee, great food, great service, great small cafe, can't stop saying anything but great…read morethings The place is cash only and seems to be run by only two people so expect some slow downs but it was a pretty chill place and the servers were patient and welcoming. Open face sandwiches were tasty and nicely prepared with individual small cuts for easy finger foods. Classic Viennese Desserts were made very delicious.

Ham and cheese sandwich and tomato / cucumber sandwich

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Naschkätzchen

4.2(5 reviews)

0.4 km•Leopoldstadt

Excellent cafe. Came here for breakfast Christmas morning and had a vegetarian ommelete (peppers…read moretomatoes cheese) with Carolina Reaper Chili (ask for this - hot but delicious) with their bread basket and a cafe latte. Friendly, fast service. Charming atmosphere. Cozy. Lingered here for almost two hours.

This place opens up at 0700, one of the few places around my neighbourhood in the Leopoldstadt…read moredistrict that actually serves breakfast this early. I got myself a good sized Austrian-style continental breakfast with rolls, butter and jam, cheese, cold cuts, coffee, orange juice, and a soft-boiled egg. A colleague of mine had the bacon and eggs, which also looked pretty good as well. I saw a bunch of champagne bottles around, which sort of reminds me of a champagne brunch that we have on Sundays at the Ak-Chin Harrah's Casino back in my hometown in Arizona (though of course, not as large or extensive). I like the fact that they open this early; it isn't like you're going to find an IHOP or Denny's in Vienna, so I suppose this is a good substitute if you want a decent breakfast at this hour. In addition to breakfast, they also serve sandwiches, light meals, and typical café pastries and cakes. It's a pretty decent place to go.