Breakfast in Vienna - The 9 best breakfast places

Vienna inspires not only with art and culture, but also with culinary delights. In addition to classics such as Wiener Schnitzel and Tafelspitz, the city has a lively and diverse breakfast scene. During the week, there is often little time for a hearty breakfast, but on weekends or days off, the Viennese enjoy a varied morning meal. A traditional Viennese breakfast includes rolls, bread, cold cuts and cheese, butter, jam and, of course, coffee. Nowadays, however, eggs, yoghurt, bacon, pancakes and smoothies also enrich the city's breakfast tables.

A special place in the breakfast of the Viennese is taken by the roll and especially the Kaisersemmel. The Kaisersemmel, also known simply as a roll, is a traditional pastry that has a special place in Austrian baking culture. The Kaisersemmel is characterised by its unmistakable shape: a star-shaped surface with five incised segments, which is created using a special moulding technique known as the ‘Kaiser stamp’ or an artful handmade technique. This decorative appearance gives the Kaisersemmel its name, which refers to its historical significance as a high-quality bread roll in the imperial monarchy.

It is impossible to imagine everyday life in Austria without the Kaisersemmel. It serves as the basis for sandwiches, is spread with jam for breakfast or served as a side dish with soups and main courses. They are also particularly popular as a snack between meals, filled with sausage, cheese or fresh ingredients. The perfect combination of flavour, shape and texture makes the Kaisersemmel a symbol of Austrian baking art and an indispensable part of local food culture - a small piece of tradition that delights the palate every day.

Close to: St Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna Cathedral Museum, Mozarthaus Vienna

Address: Stephansplatz 4, 1010 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Saturday 8:00 - 20:00, Sunday and public holidays 09:00 to 18:00

The Haas & Haas tea house is not only a first-class place to go for tea, but also a wonderful place to have breakfast. Breakfast is served here from all over the world. In addition to Italian and American breakfasts, there is also a classic Japanese breakfast with miso soup, salmon, rice and Japanese omelette or a Chinese breakfast with fried noodles and dim sum. But there are also some specialities from Austria. The classic Viennese breakfast with hand rolls, butter and jam is on the menu, as is a Wachau breakfast or a Styrian egg dish with seed oil. To drink, it is best to choose from the extensive range of teas, which includes around 90 varieties. There is also a fine selection of different desserts and petit fours.

The Haas & Haas Teehaus is the perfect place to start a sightseeing tour at St. Stephen's Cathedral and visit the museums in the city centre.

Close to: Museumsquartier, Leopold Museum, Kunsthalle Wien, MUMOK, Natural History Museum, Kunsthistorisches Museum

Address: Sankt-Ulrichs-Platz 1, 1070 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Friday 07:30 - 11:45, Saturday, Sunday, public holidays 09:00 - 15:00

Ulrich in Vienna's trendy 7th district is an institution of Viennese breakfast and brunch culture, especially among younger Viennese. Between the church, vintage shop and yoga studio, you can choose from a variety of modern dishes. The menu includes acai bowls, porridge, avocado toast, granola and hummus. The bread is of course from the trendy organic bakery Öfferl and the eggs are organic free-range. A varied vegan breakfast is also on offer. In addition to hot drinks such as coffee and tea, the menu also includes smoothies and fresh juices, as well as mimosa and espresso martinis.

Afterwards, a visit to the Museumsquartier and the museums inside is well worthwhile.

Close to: Museumsquartier, Leopold Museum, Kunsthalle Wien, MUMOK, Natural History Museum, Art History Museum, Furniture Museum

Address: Burggasse 24 Vintage Shop, Burggasse 24/8, 1070 Vienna

Breakfast times: Daily 10:00 - 14:00

This café is located in the vintage shop of the same name, opposite the aforementioned Ulrich. In keeping with the vintage shop, the furnishings are colourful and jumbled together, the façade is sprayed with graffiti and the toilets are decorated with stickers and doodles. The creative character of the 7th district really comes into its own here. However, it's not just the furnishings that are creative, but also the menu. As in Ulrich, the focus is on food trends, with acai bowls, bulgur porridge and avocado salsa. However, the classic Viennese breakfast is also on the menu under the names ‘Neubau’, the name of the 7th district, and ‘Kaffeehaus’. The selection of food and drinks is small, but sufficient thanks to the variety of ingredients. And the ambience alone is worth a visit.

After a hearty breakfast, a visit to the Museum Quarter and the museums is also worthwhile from here. The furniture museum is also just a short walk away through the picturesque alleyways of the 7th district.

Close to: Schönbrunn Zoo, Großes Palmenhaus Schönbrunn, Wüstenhaus Schönbrunn, Panoramabahn Schönbrunn (only in summer)

Address: Altgasse 6, 1130 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 22:00, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 09:00 - 15:00

The charming Waldemar day bar is just a short walk from the Hietzing Gate of Schönbrunn Palace Park. Breakfast is not just served here in the morning, but all day long. The breakfast is inspired by different cultures from around the world, including oriental and British breakfasts. The selection of savoury dishes is extensive and there is also a small selection of desserts. Sandwiches and, during the week, main courses are also on the menu. At the weekend, fresh pancakes with maple syrup are served instead of main courses. The selection of drinks is also extensive, whether coffee, latte, hot chocolate, tea or smoothies and juices, there is everything a breakfast lover's heart desires.

Close to: KunstHausWien, Hundertwasserhaus, Prater

Address: Untere Weißgerberstraße 13, 1030 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Friday 10:00 - 15:00, Saturday, Sunday & public holidays 10:00 - 16:00

Cafe Friedlich is a beautiful, artistically designed cafe in Vienna's 3rd district where art and cuisine go hand in hand. The cafe is located in the Museum KunstHausWien, which has a permanent exhibition of the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser, and is also designed in the style of Hundertwasser. The menu is also designed according to Hundertwasser's values. Ecology and sustainability were always very important to the artist, which is why the ingredients of the dishes served are as regional and seasonal as possible. The menu offers all kinds of breakfast dishes such as porridge, ham & eggs, waffles, bagels and the finest organic bread from the Öfferl bakery. Smoothies, hot drinks and homemade iced tea round off the menu.

Before or after breakfast, we recommend a visit to the KunstHausWien and the Hundertwasserhaus, which is just a short walk away.

Close to: Albertina, State Opera, Heidi Horten Collection, Kapuzinergruft, Natural History Museum, Kunsthistorisches Museum, Hofburg, Weltmuseum (Albertinaplatz branch) MAK, Hundertwasserhaus, KunstHausWien (Landstraße branch)

Address: Albertinaplatz / Führichgasse 6, 1010 Vienna (Albertinaplatz branch), Landstraßer Hauptstraße 4, 1030 Vienna (Landstraße branch)

Breakfast times: Monday to Sunday 08:00 - 15:00 (Albertinaplatz branch), Monday to Sunday 07:30 - 15:00 (Landstraße branch)

Ingredients from purely organic farming, long dough rests and preparation by hand in the Waldviertler Manufaktur - all this makes Joseph Brot so particularly delicious. The bread can already be purchased in several branches throughout Austria, and can be enjoyed directly in the two bistros in Vienna as part of a delicious breakfast. The selection is manageable, but offers popular breakfast dishes such as classic Viennese breakfast, porridge, poached eggs and French toast. There is also a seasonal menu with a variety of dishes. The ingredients on the breakfast menu are almost all organic and if not, this is labelled. In the adjoining bakery and patisserie, you can buy the fine Joseph bread and other organic baked goods, as well as sweet specialities, also organic.

Depending on which branch you visit, there are also several sightseeing highlights and museums close to the branches. The bistro on Albertinaplatz, as the location suggests, is right next to the Albertina. The branch in Landstraße, as the 3rd district is called, is just a short walk from the MAK.

Close to: Prater, Prater Museum, Madame Tussauds Vienna, Prater Train, Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel

Address: Karl-Kolarik-Weg 1, Prater 86a, 1020 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Sunday 09:00 - 14:00

The pony carousel in Vienna's Wurstelprater has no longer been home to horses since 2016, but has been a beautiful café in the middle of the Prater since 2021 following renovation and conversion work. There are now tables and a bar where the horses used to trot in circles. Only the ‘Molzer organ’, a music machine, in the centre of the building remains from its former use. The café not only impresses with its colourful and plant-filled ambience, but also with its food. The breakfast menu offers a colourful mix of classics, sweet, savoury and modern dishes. With a large selection of coffee drinks, milk drinks, teas and smoothies, you are sure to find your favourite drink or something new to try. Vegan food and drinks are also available.

The Pony Carousel is ideal if you want to experience the Wurstelprater as a whole rather than just the Giant Ferris Wheel. The pony carousel is about 8 minutes' walk from the Riesenradplatz through the Prater.

Close to: Naschmarkt, Johann Strauss Museum - New Dimensions, Secession

Address: Naschmarkt 671, 1060 Vienna

Breakfast hours: Monday to Saturday 07:00 -14:00, Sunday & public holidays 10:00 - 14:00

A visit to the Naschmarkt is a must for many visitors to Vienna. The abundance of fruit, vegetables, spices and sweets so close to the city centre is simply impressive. In addition to the many market stalls and shops, there is also a very good selection of restaurants at and around the Naschmarkt. One of these restaurants with a very good breakfast menu is Orient Occident. As the name suggests, it serves a mixture of oriental and Austrian dishes. In addition to the Viennese breakfast, you can also enjoy a Turkish, Mediterranean or Oriental breakfast here. The hummus tastes particularly good. The selection of drinks includes the classic hot drinks. You can also watch the colourful hustle and bustle of the market while enjoying a drink or a meal in the outdoor seating area.

Close to: Central Station, Upper Belvedere, Belvedere21

Address: Favoritenstrasse 45, 1040 Vienna

Breakfast hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00, Saturday to Sunday 08:00 - 19:00

The bistro ‘15 süße Minuten’ is particularly impressive with its cosy ambience. Lots of plants, beautiful lamps and fairy lights in the windows also make the bistro a highlight for the eyes. But it's not just the ambience that's impressive, the food is also delicious. The selection of breakfast dishes is extensive and offers dishes from a wide variety of cultures. Whether sweet, savoury or vegan, the selection is large and doesn't make the choice easy. As the food is all freshly prepared and the café is very popular, you should bring a little time with you to enjoy your stay. You will be rewarded with excellent, beautifully presented food and drinks. You should also try the Kaiserschmarrn, which is available here in different variations. After breakfast, you can take a leisurely stroll towards the Belvedere and enjoy the castle park.