Breakfast in Vienna - The 8 best breakfast places

Vienna not only offers art and culture, but also a variety of experiences for the palate. In addition to the classics Wiener Schnitzel and Tafelspitz, there is also a lively and enjoyable breakfast scene. During the week there is hardly any time for an extensive breakfast, but at the weekend or on days off, the Viennese love a varied breakfast. A typical Viennese breakfast consists of rolls, bread, cold cuts and cheese, butter, jam and, of course, coffee. But eggs, yoghurt, bacon, pancakes and smoothies have also found their way onto the plates of the Viennese.

Austrians, including the Viennese, have a special relationship with their bread. The classic ‘Schwarzbrot’, a mixed bread made from rye and wheat flour, is particularly popular. However, other types of bread can also be found on Viennese plates, as there are over 300 different types of bread in Austria, which differ depending on the type of grain, type of flour, processing technique or dough leavening agent. Rye bread, wholemeal bread, spelt bread and various types of white bread are also popular. Bread is either eaten without a spread as a side dish or with a spread or topping as the sole dish. Whether sausage, cheese, butter, egg, vegetable spread or sweet nut and chocolate creams, the choice of bread toppings is almost endless and offers something for every taste. A favourite topic of conversation among the Viennese is where to buy the best bread in Vienna. Opinions are divided on this topic, as there are many different bakeries and bakery shops in Vienna. Popular choices include Öfferl Brot, Jopseh Brot, Motto Brot or the bread from the ‘Der Mann’ bakery chain.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 33 - Belvedere 21 - Yellow Line

Address: Hotel Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere, Arsenalstraße 10, 1100 Vienna

Breakfast times: Saturday & Sunday 8am-12pm

Are you in Vienna for the weekend and want to have an exceptional breakfast? How about the exquisite breakfast buffet in the Aurora Rooftop Bar? Enjoy your breakfast with a marvellous view over the city. The buffet price includes several exceptional breakfast creations such as egg with wild garlic and potato foam and Schlumberger sparkling wine. Of course, there is also a large selection of classic dishes, hot drinks and juices. Booking is recommended.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 1 - State Opera - Red, Yellow & Blue Line

Address: Kärntner Straße 51, 1010 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Saturday 08:00 - 11:30, Sunday brunch: 11:00 - 14:00

The café - restaurant of the k.u.k. Hofzuckerbäcker Gerstner promises a unique ambience. In addition to a variety of cakes, slices and strudels, the café also offers a selection of classic breakfast dishes until 11.30 am. Every Sunday there is a brunch with a buffet of starters, main courses and many sweet delicacies from the bakery. In addition to coffee, the brunch also offers wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks and unlimited Schlumberger sparkling wine. Early booking is recommended.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 2 - Kunsthistorisches Museum - Red, Yellow & Blue Line / Stop 3 - Mariahilferstrasse - Red & Blue Line

Address: Babenbergerstraße 5, 1010 Vienna

Breakfast hours: Monday to Sunday 09:00 - 18:00

Do you like to sleep until midday, but don't want to miss out on your favourite breakfast dishes? At SiL, near the Kunsthistorisches Museum and Museumsquartier, breakfast is also available at lunchtime and in the afternoon. Whether eggs, waffles or sandwiches, SiL offers a colourful selection of sweet and savoury dishes. Some of the creations are unusual and varied, such as waffles made from potato batter or curd cheese pancakes. The selection of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes is also impressive and there is also a menu for dogs. Of course, there are also hot drinks and juices to round off your breakfast perfectly.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 14 - Hotel Hilton/ Stadtpark - Red & Blue Line

Address: Am Heumarkt 2a in the Stadtpark, 1030 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 12:00, Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

You can enjoy a particularly luxurious breakfast with a view of the Wien River at the Meierei in the Stadtpark. The restaurant is part of the Steirereck, one of the best restaurants in Vienna according to the Michelin Guide, and offers an exceptional selection of food and drinks made from regional ingredients. You can order dishes from the breakfast menu until 12 noon. In addition to Viennese breakfast classics such as butter or cheese bread, boiled egg with brown bread or marble Gugelhupf, there is also char tartare or Pogusch ham with horseradish. As the name ‘Meierei’ suggests, the menu is packed with a wide variety of dairy products from the farm's own production. Over 100 types of cheese made from cow's, sheep's and goat's milk are available to taste, eat and take away.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 11 - Morzinplatz - Blue Line or Stop 12 - Schwedenplatz - Red & Blue Line

Address: Hoher Markt 10, 1010 Vienna

Breakfast hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 11:30, Saturday, Sunday & public holidays 08:00 - 12:30

Whether it's Striezel French toast, acai bowl, turmeric shot or shakshuka, the wide selection of food and drinks offers something for every taste and it will certainly not be easy for you to decide. Classic breakfast dishes alternate with unusual highlights. Centrally located on Hoher Markt, between the Ankeruhr clock and the Vermählungsbrunnen fountain, Joma is the ideal place to start a day full of sightseeing, shopping or culture. The prices are typically a little higher in the city centre, but are justified by the location and the quality of the food.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 12 - Schwedenplatz - Red & Blue Line

Address: Franz Josefs Kai 2, 1010 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 11:45, Saturday, Sunday & public holidays 08:00 - 16:00

A visit to Motto am Fluss is particularly worthwhile in summer. On the spacious terrace of the architecturally impressive building directly on the Danube Canal, the small but delicious breakfast menu tastes even better. Whether scrambled eggs, Eggs Benedict, salmon, freshly squeezed juices or a fine selection of vegan dishes, you are sure to find what you are looking for. This is usually served with our own ‘motto’ bread. This is made from organic natural sourdough and organic spices. Do you like the bread so much that you want to take some home with you? There is a Motto Brot bakery in the 6th district on Mariahilferstrasse that offers various types of bread and other baked goods made from organic products.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 12 - MAK/ Wien Mitte - Red & Blue Line

Address: Wollzeile 31, 1010 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Sunday 07:00 - 18:00

Bread is a staple food in Austria and high-quality bread is very important to Austrians. This is why there are a large number of bakeries that sell fresh bread. In recent years, there has been an increasing trend towards organic and regional ingredients and there are now also a large number of bakeries in Vienna that specialise in natural and regional ingredients.

In addition to the aforementioned Motto Brot, there is also the Öfferl bakery. Originally from the Weinviertel in Lower Austria, the bakery now has 7 branches in Vienna. Two branches also have an integrated bistro, which serves all-day breakfasts with products from the Weinviertel manufactory and partner businesses. The menu is straightforward, but there are classic breakfast dishes and a handful of desserts. The higher price level is appropriate for a bakery with organic ingredients and the quality of the bread.

HOP ON HOP OFF Station: Stop 4 - Naschmarkt - Red Line

Address: Naschmarkt 509, 1060 Vienna

Breakfast times: Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:00, Saturday 07:30 - 12:00

Where better to have breakfast in Vienna than at the Naschmarkt, the largest city centre market in Vienna. There are not only many market stalls with delicacies from all over the world to discover here, but also many excellent restaurants and bars. For example, you can have a great breakfast at Papas am Naschmarkt. The large terrace is a great place to take a short break from the hustle and bustle of the Naschmarkt. The breakfast is inexpensive, but doesn't skimp on flavour.  The restaurant, which specialises in oriental and Viennese dishes, offers a classic Viennese breakfast as well as Turkish and Greek breakfasts. In addition to the usual hot drinks, Arabic coffee and Turkish tea are also served.