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
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
Kartoffelpuffer
Käsespätzle
Dive into the German-style mac and cheese, made with egg noodles and fried onions.
Geröstete Knödel
Liptauer
Try the capsicum and cream cheese spread for a savory treat.
Langos
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
Kaiserschmarrn
Savor the fluffy chopped pancake crowned with a generous dusting of powdered sugar.
Schaumrollen
Strudel
Sachertorte
Krapfen
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!