Vienna
Looking for budget restaurants in Vienna? NT BÁNH MÌ suits a quick Vietnamese street-food stop near Lerchenfelder Str. 139, while Ken’s Noodles offers a more relaxed neighborhood meal around Rennbahnweg.
Choose between quick lunches, takeaway and casual bánh mì, or fresh noodle dishes prepared to order. Location, seating expectations and the pace of your meal all matter when deciding where to eat.
The options are ordered by how closely their format matches a budget meal, including practical service, location, meal style and suitability for a quick stop or a more relaxed visit. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.
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#1
Moment Cafe and Restaurant is a small, well-lit Vienna restaurant on Fasangasse 34/G2, with a peaceful atmosphere and a concise menu of familiar comfort food. Dishes include garlic soup, grilled chicken breast, Viennese roast beef with onions and a Caprese-feta salad, alongside raspberry soda.
The family-run feel and kind service suit a relaxed light lunch or an easy dinner in the 3rd district.
#2
Anna’s Schnitzel Stube Wien keeps the focus on generously portioned fried food at Laudongasse 27. Its large schnitzels are suited to hearty meals, while the family plate is substantial enough for up to four people.
Potato salad and fried mushrooms add familiar sides, and the host can explain the German-language menu in English. It is a useful pick for an informal, filling meal rather than a polished dining occasion.
#3
Schnitzel One brings traditional Viennese schnitzel to Neuer Markt 8A in central Vienna. The kitchen prepares schnitzel fresh each day, with crisp, tender portions and a choice that extends beyond a single classic.
The atmosphere can be lively when the restaurant is busy, making it suitable for an upbeat meal in the centre. Booking ahead is a sensible choice for popular dining times.
#4
Phone reservations and group bookings
Dom Schnitzel specialises in Viennese cuisine at Goldschmiedgasse 6, close to central sights. The menu centres on Wiener Schnitzel, with veal and chicken versions, generous sides and desserts for a fuller meal.
Service can be quick at quieter times, while peak periods may bring significant waits, particularly during major seasonal events. Phone reservations and group bookings are available for planned visits.
#5
At Graben 28, Dom Schnitzel focuses squarely on Viennese cuisine, with Wiener Schnitzel as its defining specialty. Fresh salads, attentive service and a central first-district setting make it a practical choice for a classic Austrian meal during a day in the city center.
The restaurant welcomes breakfast, lunch and late dinners, opening daily from 8 am until midnight. Telephone reservations are available, with groups and events also catered for.
#6
An’s Kitchen Karlsplatz is a Vietnamese restaurant on Paniglgasse 22, focused on vibrant street-food flavours. Its menu includes savoury chicken pho, vegan pho, mango salad and creamy chicken curry, with generous portions and fresh herbs adding depth.
The busy room can still accommodate walk-ins quickly, making it useful for a satisfying lunch or dinner near Karlsplatz. Split daytime and evening hours shape the visit.
#7
Dom Schnitzel at Peterspl. 3 places classic Viennese cuisine directly beside Peterskirche, with a garden seating area set amid the lively city-center surroundings. Wiener Schnitzel and potato salad are the natural order, supported by kind, fast service and a setting that works well for a daytime break or relaxed evening meal.
The restaurant opens daily, from 8 am until 11 pm most days and until midnight on Friday and Saturday.
#8
A quick, satisfying Austrian bite
Leberkas-Pepi Wien Operngasse is built for a quick, satisfying Austrian bite in central Vienna. Fresh, soft rolls are filled with juicy, flavorful Leberkäse, and the straightforward menu keeps things moving for visitors continuing through the city.
Friendly, speedy service and late opening hours make the Operngasse stop especially practical for an informal lunch, snack or night-time meal.
#9
Wiener Wiazhaus pairs Austrian regional cooking with a cozy retro atmosphere at Karlsgasse 22. The menu covers Viennese classics alongside dishes such as beef goulash and grilled feta wrapped in bacon, making it a flexible choice for a relaxed dinner rather than a single-dish stop.
Booking ahead is worthwhile when the dining room is busy.
#10
A focused Vietnamese street-food format
A cozy, welcoming setting
NT BÁNH MÌ brings a focused Vietnamese street-food format to Vienna, pairing a cozy, welcoming setting with generously filled bánh mì at an accessible price point. Its small footprint and limited seating suit a quick lunch, takeaway stop, or casual bite rather than a long restaurant meal.
The standout detail is the house spread, which gives both the classic and vegan bánh mì a distinctive base. Located on Lerchenfelder Str. 139 in the 7th district, it is a practical pick for straightforward, flavorful food in a relaxed setting.
#11
A small, nicely decorated setting
Coconut Curry Praterstrasse brings fresh Asian cooking and Viennese flair to a small, nicely decorated setting. Thai dishes are central to the offer, with soups, pad thai and a lunch daily menu making it a natural fit for a casual meal rather than a formal occasion.
At Praterstraße 53, the restaurant is open from 11 am to 11 pm most days and closes on Saturdays. Its compact dining room can fill up, so booking ahead is a sensible choice, especially for planned evening meals.
#12
Gasthaus Elsner has the straightforward character of a family-run Viennese inn, with a cozy atmosphere, generous portions and a menu built around traditional Austrian classics. House-made bratwurst and goulash are standout choices for a filling meal, while extra potatoes or alternative sides can suit especially hearty appetites.
The restaurant is open Tuesday to Friday from 11 am to 10 pm, making it particularly practical for lunch and early dinner in the 16th district.
#13
Inn Reinthaler is a homey Austrian restaurant in Vienna’s 2nd district, serving traditional local dishes in a distinctly neighborhood setting near Prater Park. The kitchen focuses on fresh, homemade cooking, generous portions and classic Viennese flavors, with seasonal specialties and a lunch menu also available.
Its summer outdoor offering suits relaxed meals, while advance reservations are useful for busy periods.
#14
Schachtelwirt is a casual Austrian eatery on Judengasse 5, designed around generous, approachable meals rather than a formal dining room. The schnitzel trio comes with meat, salad and potatoes, while lentil soup and roast pork offer satisfying alternatives.
Its central first-district location and all-day schedule make it convenient for lunch or an informal dinner, with service running daily from 11:30 am to 10 pm.
#15
Food prepared fresh to order
A friendly, personable feel
Ken's Noodles is a neighborhood restaurant in Vienna with a friendly, personable feel and food prepared fresh to order. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a natural choice for an uncomplicated meal, while the made-to-order approach gives the menu a sense of care beyond a purely fast stop.
Its location on Rennbahnweg in the 22nd district places it away from central sightseeing routes, making it especially suitable for local dining or a relaxed meal near Donaustadt. The warm service adds to its approachable character.
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The two options sit in different parts of Vienna. NT BÁNH MÌ is on Lerchenfelder Str. 139 in the 7th district, while Ken’s Noodles is located around Rennbahnweg in the 22nd district.
Choose the address that fits your plans rather than crossing the city for a single meal. Check the route, seating setup and current opening hours before setting out, especially for a quick lunch or takeaway visit.
NT BÁNH MÌ is the more natural fit for a quick lunch. Its focused Vietnamese street-food format, compact setting and bánh mì make it suitable for a short visit rather than an extended meal.
It is located on Lerchenfelder Str. 139, so check the route and current opening hours before going.
NT BÁNH MÌ is the clearest choice for takeaway. The small, casual format is designed around generously filled bánh mì and suits picking up food for another location.
Confirm the current service hours before travelling, particularly if you are planning a late lunch or an evening collection.
Ken’s Noodles around Rennbahnweg is better suited to a relaxed neighborhood meal. The restaurant has a friendly atmosphere and prepares fresh noodle dishes to order.
Its location in Vienna’s 22nd district may make it more convenient for nearby residents than for visitors staying in the central districts.
No. NT BÁNH MÌ is on Lerchenfelder Str.
139 in the 7th district, while Ken’s Noodles is around Rennbahnweg in the 22nd district. Compare the addresses with your plans before choosing, as the most convenient option will depend on where you are staying or travelling from.