15 Best Breakfasts in Central Vienna

The Breakfastclub is a small, cosy café on Schleifmühlgasse, well suited to a relaxed morning in Vienna’s 4th district. Breakfast plates include cheese omelettes and sunny-side-up eggs with bread and butter, while the Greko adds a toasted croissant with pesto, mozzarella and aged cheese.

Warm service and a fresh, straightforward menu make it especially appealing for an early breakfast; reserving ahead is advisable.

The Truth Wollzeile is a central Vienna coffee shop with a focused appeal for coffee and cake. Its cheesecake is the signature sweet choice, complemented by muffins that work well for younger visitors and a selection of coffees.

The compact café suits a mid-city break at Wollzeile 5, especially when you want something more substantial than a standard pastry alongside a well-made drink.

Das Augustin is a casual restaurant on Märzstraße with a broad brunch-friendly menu spanning savoury and sweet dishes. Vegan and vegetarian choices sit alongside healthier plates and heartier fare, making it useful for mixed groups with different preferences.

A cosy interior and garden space create two distinct settings, while friendly, attentive service adds to the relaxed appeal. Weekend breakfast begins at 9 am; weekday opening starts at 5 pm.

At Schleifmühlgasse 7 in Vienna’s 4th district, mani im vierten brings a stylish café atmosphere to an all-day restaurant setting. Breakfast-friendly choices include pancakes, coffee and chicken waffles, with the pancakes standing out as a particularly appealing pick.

The team is warm, welcoming and helpful, making the venue suitable for a relaxed morning or an unhurried meal. Its polished atmosphere and demand for advance reservations make planning worthwhile.

Tarama Bagels brings a fresh, made-to-order breakfast format to Webgasse. Bagels with eggs and varied toppings are prepared in front of you, while cream cheese bagels, tea and coffee keep the menu approachable for different appetites.

Friendly service and cheerful décor make it comfortable for families, including younger diners. It works particularly well for a quick but satisfying breakfast in Vienna’s 6th district.

SALT&honey pairs a healthy-minded kitchen with a calm, contemporary brunch setting on Getreidemarkt. Avocado sourdough toast, avocado croissants and chai lattes are among the appealing breakfast choices, with a terrace for warmer days.

The restaurant also hosts private events and offers catering, giving the venue a broader role beyond daytime dining. Its central location and 8 am–4 pm schedule suit relaxed weekday or weekend brunch.

Restaurant Hansen combines breakfast, lunch, dinner and catering in a historic setting on Wipplingerstraße. Its Mediterranean cuisine with Asian touches gives the menu a distinctive direction, while a calm interior works well for breakfast meetings, group meals and leisurely dining.

Vegetarian and vegan preferences can be accommodated, and the team has handled groups of up to 25 people. Current opening times should be checked before planning a visit.

Café Restaurant Hummel is a large, classic coffeehouse in Josefstadt with a terrace and an all-day menu. Breakfast is served alongside warm dishes, lunch and seasonal Viennese specialities, making it a reliable choice for more than a coffee and cake stop.

Generous portions, quick professional service and outdoor seating suit a relaxed morning or extended meal at Josefstädter Straße 66.

ERICH is a lively café on Neustiftgasse with breakfast, brunch and late opening hours that extend well into the evening. The menu offers varied morning choices, including Benny Eggs with savoury, sour and sweet tomato notes, while the cosy atmosphere works equally well for a relaxed start or a later catch-up.

Professional, attentive service makes it a versatile option in Vienna’s 7th district.

Il Pennello Downtown offers Italian dining in a peaceful, carefully decorated setting at Franziskanerplatz. The distinctive menu and inviting indoor and outdoor areas make it a good fit for a leisurely central meal away from the busiest tourist flow.

Although its schedule starts at lunchtime rather than breakfast, the restaurant suits visitors looking for a stylish daytime alternative with a relaxed atmosphere and a more individual Italian character.

Restaurant Clementine im Glashaus occupies an airy setting within Palais Coburg, making it a natural choice for a special occasion in central Vienna. Contemporary European fare, polished service and a quiet palace environment create a more formal mood than a casual café.

With lunch and dinner service every day, it can suit a celebratory New Year’s Eve meal, although reserving well ahead is advisable for peak dates.

Café Am Hof offers a sophisticated city-center setting at Park Hyatt Vienna, with outdoor seating overlooking the square. Eggs Benedict and a large Viennese breakfast provide substantial morning choices, while high-quality pastries and excellent coffee suit a more leisurely café stop.

The polished atmosphere makes it particularly fitting for a refined breakfast, an elegant coffee break or a relaxed daytime meeting at Am Hof 2.

Café & Restaurant Motto am Fluss brings breakfast, lunch and dinner to the Danube Canal at Franz-Josefs-Kai 2 in Vienna’s 1st district. Its café terrace, restaurant bar and waterfront setting create an especially attractive choice for a relaxed morning, an unhurried meal or an early-evening drink.

The menu includes refined dishes such as tender octopus, fish and chips, and sharing platters with tuna carpaccio and beef tartare.

Café de l'Europe occupies a central address at Graben 31, making it a convenient stop in Vienna’s 1st district from early morning through late evening. Brunch for two can include a generous spread of cheeses, breads, prosecco and drinks, while the café also suits a sweet pause with fresh ice cream, banana split-style desserts and crunchy almonds.

It is a flexible choice for breakfast, coffee, dessert or a relaxed city-centre meal.

Der Mann’s Parkpavillon branch sits inside Helmut-Zilk-Park, offering a bakery stop with a particularly pleasant setting for a first meal of the day. Breakfast works well here when exploring Vienna, while the menu also includes filling options such as beef goulash and cheesecake.

The attentive, polite service adds to its appeal, and staff can help international visitors navigate the German-language menu.