Must-Try Delicacies at Vienna Christmas Markets and Coffee Houses
Vienna's Christmas markets are a winter wonderland for food and drink lovers! As you stroll through the charming stalls adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations, be sure to indulge in these delightful Austrian treats!
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Drinks
Coffee
Begin your coffee journey at Vienna's famous cafes. Our top three picks include Demel, Café Central, and Café Sacher. Each has its own vibe. Our favorite was Demel as the window to chocolate making was so beautiful as we waited to enter!
Must try coffee types:
Melange-Try this Viennese cousin of cappuccino at one of the city's best coffee houses. A must try at least once!
Vienna Coffee-Indulge in this cream-based delight made with espresso, whipped cream, and chocolate.
Glühwein
Warm up with mulled wine, a cherished tradition to keep you cozy while you explore the market. It’s really a cup of magic and warmth, what more could you want?!
Try alcohol-free punches, like the delightful KinderPunsch.
Lombomba
Don't miss this exclusive Christmas Market delight - Austrian-style hot chocolate, ultra-creamy, with whipped cream, cinnamon, and a shot of rum.
Vegetarian Delights
Maroni
Enjoy roasted chestnuts, a perfect winter snack! What a treat to watch the freshly made snack before your eyes!
Kartoffelpuffer
A fried potato pancake that is freshly made in front of you, nice and crunchy! The lines are long, but they move quickly and are totally worth it!
Käsespätzle
Dive into the German-style mac and cheese, made with egg noodles and fried onions.
Geröstete Knödel
Savor roasted dumplings made from mashed potatoes or breadcrumbs, topped with delightful ingredients. The markets have some creative and delicious versions too!
Liptauer
Try the capsicum and cream cheese spread for a savory treat.
Langos
A fried bread delicacy filled with cheese and many other toppings! Makes for a great warm snack in the wintertime and is very popular!
Meat Lovers:
Bratwurst
Savor the classic fried sausage, a must-try dish.
Kasekrainer
Delight in a large sausage stuffed with cheesy surprises.
Cordon Bleu
Enjoy a massive schnitzel stuffed with cheese and ham.
Bosna
Dig into a grilled sausage stuffed in a hot dog bun with onions and curry powder sauce.
Leberkäse
Explore Viennese spam or bologna with various toppings.
Goulash
Warm your soul with Austrian Goulash, a hearty tomato-based stew often made with beef.
Grammlschmalz
Indulge in this decadent spread made from pig fat.
Wiener Schnitzel
Indulge in a thin, breaded cut of veal (or pork), fried to perfection.
Tafelspitz
Experience the traditional boiled beef dish!
Desserts
Lebkuchen
Is a traditional gingerbread biscuit, a holiday classic!
Kaiserschmarrn
Savor the fluffy chopped pancake crowned with a generous dusting of powdered sugar.
Schaumrollen
Dive into a cone-shaped pastry filled with heavenly whipped cream or meringue. Being freshly made in front of you, it’s hard to pass.
Strudel
Taste the region's fame with both Apple and Curd Strudel (Cheese Strudel) options at markets and coffee shops.
Sachertorte
Experience the rich layers of chocolate cake interlaced with apricot preserves. Competitions are held on who makes it best, and Demel and Café Sacher take the lead here!
Krapfen
Indulge in stuffed donuts featuring luscious fillings like apricot jam or chocolate.
For more Austrian food experiences check out:
1) Vienna's Highlights: Food, Coffee and Market Walking Tour
2) Tastes of Vienna Food Tour inc
Enjoy your culinary journey through Vienna's enchanting coffee houses and Christmas markets! See our ultimate way to spend 3 days in Vienna! Or check out our Exploring Prague: A 3-Day Winter Wonderland and even more Must-Try Foods and Drinks at the Prague Christmas Market, with vegetarian delights!
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