This is one of the must-visit during our Europe trip back in September. We stopped by around noon…read moretime, the line was slowly building up but not too bad, it was about 20-30 minutes. The building is very elegant and classical, really enjoyed the atmosphere as walking in, we sat down at a corner next to the window and could not wait to try out the coffee and pastries here. We got Cafe Central Kafee and Maria Therasia for coffee and shared one Viennese Apple Strudel. The coffee is so smooth and with the added liquor, the fragrance is amazing!!! No question, this is the BEST Apple strudel I've tasted, crunchy texture for the outside crust and the filling is full of fruity flavors. We spent about a bit more than an hour there and that was the most relaxing, appreciating and beautiful moment among this Europe trip.

Hmm a little torn on this review since I only came for breakfast one day, and didn't get to try…read moretheir pastries, however felt like the experience was pretty mediocre. Well known for being a beautiful and historic cafe established 1876 frequented by the likes of famous names like Trotsky and Freud, this traditional Viennese coffeehouse and cafe is a popular tourist destination. Having walked by around 7:30pm the prior evening and seeing a line of about 15 people outside, the next morning arriving around 9am the line was about 15 minutes without reservations. Upon entering the inside is beautiful, cavernous domed ceilings, chandeliers and a very classic bistro vibe. Enough seating for probably 150 customers, quite large inside, and about two-thirds full. That's when I realized the line outside was more for show, which at some places I get because staffing might be hard and they want to ramp up the pacing between breakfast and lunch services. In a place like this it seems more like a marketing technique to create hype, which kinda annoyed me--it's not respectful of customers' time. It took a while maybe 10 minutes for a staff member to pass menus, then another 10 minutes for him to come back and check in. What I'll say is he was swift to answer our questions and knew the menu well. In general service felt lacking though, after eating it took quite a long time to get our server's attention again to get the check. For breakfast I was a little surprised by the prices for the food offered, on the high side. While the vegan spreads were very good, from the menu it wasn't clear that it was actually vegan cream cheese that was the base of the spreads. Unfortunately the rest of the food was meh, €14.50 for a small croissant (not especially good), a plain roll, a boiled egg and latte, with a pat of butter and jam. Would I come back? Maybe to try a couple of their baked pastries and dessert, but not for breakfast. For more info: https://cafecentral.wien/en/

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.

Another classic coffee shop in Vienna. I sat just feet from where Freud used to sit. Imagine that!…read more This place is more formal than a lot of other places. Still, I had the classic Vienna coffee with a Wiener Apfelstrudel. How much more classic is that? ;) It seemed like it's changed a bit with the outdoor seating and change of ownership over the years but it felt like where I sat that things felt much like they may have decades ago. And that was just fine with me!

Stopped by here to check the place out. We had the Apple strudel and some mulled wine in the…read moreoutdoor cafe area. The strudel was decadent. We then proceeded insude to have a light dinner, the wait was minimal. They took our coats and seated us. The waiter took our orders. We had beef soups, and beef goulash. The food was good not outstanding. We were so full we could not have any additional dessert. Once our order was taken we never saw the waiter again. No one checked on us and we waited so long for the Check, we had to ask two different people. I expected better service at this type of establishment.

I've come to know Barke's as the "best pastry stand in Vienna". While it has a very unassuming…read morepresence at the Schottentor (Universität) U-Bahn station, don't let this fool you. Barke's has amazing spinach-cheese and also tomato-cheese "strudel"-pastry-things, as well as eclairs and chocolate croissants if you want something sweet. Even their simple Kornspitz and semmel rolls are tasty, and I've become a bit of a regular when it comes to their coffee: pretty much every time I pass through Schottentor in the morning, I stop for a large cappuccino (€2). Don't worry if the line is long - the service is quick, and the pastry (no matter which one you choose) is well worth it!

Cafe selling pastries, coffee, and other food. Their menu has a wide variety of items and I enjoyed…read moretheir sachertorte. There were many other patrons when I was dining but no long lines like there were at some of the other cafes. The upper floors has many tables; the view at the ones near the windows is nice as it overlooks the street.

After a walking tour of Vienna, we stopped at a nearby Oberlaa cafe & bakery, based on the guide's…read moreendorsement. My Latte was excellent and my companion got a pot of hot tea. We also split a piece of apple strudel. The strudel was a bit disappointing compared to a couple others we tried this week, but was still good. Service was efficient and attentive.

This review is specifically for the Kaiserschmarrn, which was unbelievable!…read more When you arrive at Demel, there are two areas - one is a window for quick takeout and the other is to be seated. We waited in the takeout line for about 15 minutes and ate the best Kaiserschmarrn ever! Something I didn't even know existed until visiting Vienna. Highly recommend checking out this spot!

I visited Demel Vienna on August 19 during breakfast. I have always loved Demel from my previous…read morevisits, and I know it is a world-renowned and historic establishment, which is why this experience was especially disappointing. I ordered my usual Kaiserschmarrn and a drink. I had noticed that the table next to me had a drink that looked good, so when the waitress took my order, I specifically told her that I wanted the same drink the table next to me was having. When my order arrived, it was brought by a different waitress. The drink looked completely different from what I had pointed to, so I asked her what it was. She told me it was a double espresso. I explained that I had not ordered a double espresso and again pointed to the drink at the table next to me, which was clearly a hot chocolate. The waitress then called over the waitress who had originally taken my order. Instead of simply acknowledging that there had been a misunderstanding, she insisted, "That's what you ordered." When I explained again that it wasn't, she told me, "It's the same thing." A **double espresso and a hot chocolate are obviously not the same thing.** What bothered me even more than the incorrect order was the way both waitresses spoke to me. Their attitudes and tone were extremely rude, dismissive, and demeaning--as though I was stupid for pointing out the obvious mistake. The interaction became uncomfortable enough that people sitting at other tables were looking over at us. To make matters worse, my Kaiserschmarrn was **cold**. It tasted as though it had already been sitting out for some time before it was brought to my table. I understand that mistakes happen. Had they simply apologized for the misunderstanding and corrected the drink, I would not have had an issue. Instead, I was argued with and spoken down to over something that could have been resolved in seconds. This was genuinely one of the worst customer-service experiences I have ever had at a restaurant, and certainly not what I expected from an establishment with Demel's reputation. After several previous visits that I enjoyed, it is extremely disappointing to say that I will not return and will no longer recommend Demel to my friends.

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.

We had the hot lemon drink, a turmeric latte (the best I've ever had), the alpinophiles frühstuck,…read moreand the philgood frühstuck. Hearty options, healthy food, incredible butter, and generous servings of tasty local honey.

Great place, but note that laptop is not allowed to use there, but i enjoyed reading!read more

Wanted a more "traditional" coffee experience so whittled the list down to three and then selected…read moreCafe Hawelka. We were met outside by a host who led us to a seat inside the cafe. Loved the decor, made me feel like we were transported back in time. Our waiter came, dressed in his formal clothing despite the heat outside, and took our order. For me, an espresso, for my wife, a chocolate cake and water. My coffee was delivered on a neat little tray with a glass of water to go along with it. The waiter then pretty much left us alone as we took our time eating and drinking. Pricewise, the cafe seemed similar to other coffee shops we had visited during our trip. So why not more stars? Largely because the food being offered isn't vegan friendly. Maybe that is due to tradition, fine I understand that if that's the case, but I've heard that there are other traditional cafes in Vienna that do have vegan options. Just give me one. That's all I'm asking.

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!

When I envisioned a Viennese cafe, this is what I expected…read more I went for breakfast, as I didn't do the hotel's (30 Euros for breakfast buffet was ridiculous). So for less than 10 Euros, I got the Little Breakfast, which was a croissant with jam, butter, along with tea/coffee and orange juice. That's all I really wanted for breakfast that morning. The croissant was pretty large and warm. It's wasn't the greatest croissant but it was with lamination and tasted buttery. The piping hot tea and freshly squeezed orange juice rounded out a nice starter to the day. Service was mostly friendly, though I didn't have to interact much. I was greeted at the front by FOH and the server was friendly enough. The decor here is quite lovely, with that 19th century feel. The display cases of desserts looked inviting. If I was around the area longer, I would've stopped by for a strudel. There are newspapers available for diners to read as they're sipping their coffee. Where do you find that in the States anymore?

Definitely the worst food you will have in Vienna ! And the service too.. a group of three and…read morestill wondering how a place can serve such awful plates, A absolute stay away.