Best Food in Vienna: 10 Must-Try Dishes

Quick answer: The best food in Vienna includes 10 must-try dishes.

Vienna is one of the world’s great food cities.

1. Wiener Schnitzel

Veal cutlet, breaded. Figlmuller is iconic.

2. Sachertorte

Chocolate cake. Original at Hotel Sacher.

3. Apfelstrudel

Apple strudel. Best at Cafe Central.

4. Tafelspitz

Boiled beef. Plachutta is the temple.

5. Goulash

Hungarian influence, hearty stew.

6. Kaiserschmarrn

Shredded sweet pancake.

7. Sausages (Wurst)

Bitzinger stand near Albertina.

8. Viennese coffee culture

Cafe Sacher, Demel, Central.

9. Manner waffles

Pink-wrapped Vienna export.

10. Heuriger (wine tavern)

Local wine and food in vineyards.

Plan Your Food Trip

FAQs

Most famous food in Vienna?

Wiener Schnitzel

Is street food safe?

Generally yes.

Food budget?

Street: $5-10. Mid: $20-40. Fine dining: $80+.