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11 Best Cheap Bars in Vienna

Looking for cheap bars in Vienna? This guide brings together relaxed pubs, late-night bars and cocktail spots across districts including Mariahilf, Innere Stadt, Wieden and Josefstadt.

Choose between easy beers, straightforward pub food, quiet city-centre drinks or livelier cocktail evenings with small plates, then check current opening hours before setting out.

How this list is ordered

Our ranking of cheap bars in Vienna is editorial. It combines public reputation, how focused each business is on this service and the information it gives about its work.

No business can pay to be included. Those already in the guide may buy extra visibility, and it is always shown.

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#1
D-bar
4.7222 reviews
Refined cocktails in central Vienna
#2
Bojito
4.7139 reviews
Energetic evenings with cocktails and small plates
#3
Fino
4.7142 reviews
Quiet drinks and relaxed city-centre meet-ups

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D-bar, Vienna#1
Why it stands out

  • Classic and contemporary cocktails

D-bar

4.7222 reviews
Schubertring 5/7, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Refined cocktails in central Vienna

D-bar, at The Ritz-Carlton Vienna on Schubertring, is a polished city-centre bar for classic and contemporary cocktails in a sophisticated but comfortable setting. The bartenders take time to understand individual preferences and guide guests towards a suitable drink, making it well suited to an evening aperitif or a considered nightcap.

It opens in the evening, with Tuesday currently listed as its closing day.

Bojito, Vienna#2

Bojito

4.7139 reviews
Köllnerhofgasse 3, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Energetic evenings with cocktails and small plates

Bojito is a central Vienna cocktail bar on Köllnerhofgasse, combining drinks with a late-evening social atmosphere and a menu that also includes tapas and focaccia. Latin music can be played at a lively volume, so it suits guests looking for energy rather than a hushed conversation.

The bar opens from 7 pm, stays later on Friday and Saturday, and is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Fino, Vienna#3

Fino

4.7142 reviews
Kleeblattgasse 5, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Quiet drinks and relaxed city-centre meet-ups

Fino is a bar on Kleeblattgasse in central Vienna, offering a calm, friendly corner away from the city’s busiest streets. The mood leans relaxed rather than party-focused, making it suitable for an easy drink or a quieter catch-up.

It opens from mid-afternoon on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and from 5 pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday; Sunday is listed as closed.

Wind&Mills, Vienna#4

Wind&Mills

4.6689 reviews
Gumpendorfer Str. 50, 1060 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Casual late-night drinks with friends

Wind&Mills is an Irish pub on Gumpendorfer Strasse, set inside a converted old mill that gives the room an unusual raised seating area. Its evening-to-late-night schedule, lively music and relaxed drinking atmosphere make it a natural choice for meeting friends after dark.

Dogs are welcome, while Guinness is part of the pub offer; service can be brisk and direct during busy periods.

Stehbeisl Bar, Vienna#5

Stehbeisl Bar

4.6561 reviews
Windmühlgasse 6, 1060 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Late drinkscasual meetups and relaxed nights out

Stehbeisl Bar is a characterful late-night stop on Windmühlgasse, with an easygoing atmosphere, good music and a distinctly unpolished neighborhood-bar feel. It suits casual drinks when you want somewhere relaxed rather than a formal cocktail lounge, with opening hours reaching 4 am on most nights.

Dogs are welcome, adding to the informal, come-as-you-are character.

Lukas Bar, Vienna#6
Why it stands out

  • Open until 4 am every day

Lukas Bar

4.5495 reviews
Schönlaterngasse 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Late-night drinks in an unconventional setting

Lukas Bar occupies Schönlaterngasse in Vienna’s 1st district and stays open until 4 am every day. Its dark, atmospheric interior and distinctive, lived-in character suit late-night drinks for visitors who prefer an unconventional setting over polished hotel-bar style.

The venue is best approached as a night bar with a strong personality, where the atmosphere is as central to the visit as the drinks.

Underdog Bar, Vienna#7
Why it stands out

  • Complimentary popcorn

Underdog Bar

4.5364 reviews
Schlösselgasse 24, 1080 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Adventurous cocktails and casual late nights

Underdog Bar on Schlösselgasse is a late-night venue with a deliberately rough-around-the-edges look, creative cocktails and an informal, welcoming service style. The menu focuses on unusual combinations, while staff are willing to adapt recommendations to different tastes; complimentary popcorn adds a playful touch.

It opens only Wednesday? No—its current schedule lists Friday and Saturday from 6 pm to 4 am, with other days closed.

Heartbeat Cocktail Bar, Vienna#8
Why it stands out

  • Late hours until 4 am

Heartbeat Cocktail Bar

4.5199 reviews
Ecke Sterngasse, Judengasse 7/7, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Groups exploring different cocktail styles

Heartbeat Cocktail Bar sits at the Sterngasse–Judengasse corner in central Vienna and builds its offer around an extensive cocktail selection. The menu provides numerous variations across spirit bases such as vodka, tequila and rum, making it a useful destination for groups with different preferences.

Friendly, attentive hosting is part of the appeal, with late hours until 4 am on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Four Bells, Vienna#9
Why it stands out

  • Friendly, helpful service

Four Bells

4.41,707 reviews
Schleifmühlgasse 2, 1040 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Informal beers and straightforward pub food

Four Bells is a central Vienna stop at Schleifmühlgasse 2, suited to a quick beer, an informal meal or a late drink. The menu combines satisfying food with a good beer selection, and the friendly, helpful service keeps the visit easygoing.

The bar area is compact, so it works better for a relaxed table visit than for ordering amid a busy counter. Friday and Saturday hours extend until 3 am.

The Black Sheep Vienna#10
Why it stands out

  • Pub quizzes and comedy shows

The Black Sheep Vienna

4.21,062 reviews
Kettenbrückengasse 7, 1050 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Social evenings with entertainment

The Black Sheep Vienna is an international pub on Kettenbrückengasse with drinks, food, pub quizzes and comedy shows on its programme. Its welcoming “come as you are” spirit suits informal evenings, social events and visitors looking for English-friendly entertainment.

The pub stays open until 3 am on Friday and Saturday, with earlier closing on other open days; dogs are welcome.

Funky Monkey Bar, Vienna#11

Funky Monkey Bar

4.2428 reviews
Sterngasse 11, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best suited to
Group nights out with a party atmosphere

Funky Monkey Bar brings a lively late-night mood to Sterngasse in Vienna’s 1st district, with party lighting, upbeat music and a social setting that works well for groups. The bar adds free popcorn to the experience, a small but distinctive touch alongside its drinks service.

It opens at 7 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with the latest closing time on Friday and Saturday.

How they compare at a glance

#BusinessRatingReviewsBest suited to
#1D-bar 4.7222Refined cocktails in central Vienna
#2Bojito 4.7139Energetic evenings with cocktails and small plates
#3Fino 4.7142Quiet drinks and relaxed city-centre meet-ups
#4Wind&Mills 4.6689Casual late-night drinks with friends
#5Stehbeisl Bar 4.6561Late drinks
#6Lukas Bar 4.5495Late-night drinks in an unconventional setting
#7Underdog Bar 4.5364Adventurous cocktails and casual late nights
#8Heartbeat Cocktail Bar 4.5199Groups exploring different cocktail styles
#9Four Bells 4.41,707Informal beers and straightforward pub food
#10The Black Sheep Vienna 4.21,062Social evenings with entertainment
#11Funky Monkey Bar 4.2428Group nights out with a party atmosphere

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Mapping Cheap Bars in Vienna

Use the map to see how the options spread from Gumpendorfer Strasse and Windmühlgasse through the central districts and towards Josefstadt. It helps compare nearby venues, plan a short bar route and choose somewhere convenient for your starting point, accommodation or evening plans. Check the exact address and opening hours before travelling.

What each one offers

  • Late-night drinksBars with evening schedules extending late, including options open until around 4 am on many nights.
  • Casual pub drinksRelaxed neighbourhood-style places for informal beers, easy conversation and unpretentious nights out.
  • CocktailsClassic, contemporary and creative cocktails, including venues where staff can recommend drinks to suit different tastes.
  • Pub foodStraightforward meals, satisfying snacks and beer-friendly food at selected pub-style venues.
  • Small platesTapas and focaccia for guests who want something to share alongside cocktails.
  • Quiet meetupsCalmer bars suited to an easy drink, a city-centre catch-up or a relaxed conversation.
  • Lively group nightsEnergetic venues with music, unusual drinks and a social atmosphere for friends exploring Vienna after dark.

How to compare Cheap Bars in Vienna

  1. Pick the district first if you want to stay near your hotel, dinner reservation or next stop.
  2. For a quiet conversation, favour Fino or another relaxed venue rather than a bar known for loud music.
  3. If you want food as well as drinks, check whether the menu includes pub dishes, tapas or focaccia before leaving.
  4. For a late finish, confirm the day-specific closing time, especially on Sunday and early-week evenings.
  5. Ask about the house style before ordering if you prefer classic cocktails over creative combinations.
  6. For groups, contact the venue ahead of time if you need a table rather than counter or standing space.

Your questions answered

Which cheap bars in Vienna are suitable for a late night?

Stehbeisl Bar and Lukas Bar are useful starting points for late drinks, with both known for schedules reaching late into the night. Wind&Mills also suits relaxed evening meetups with friends. Closing times can vary by day, so confirm them before heading across the city.

Where can I have affordable drinks near central Vienna?

Fino, Four Bells, Bojito and D-bar are all in or close to Vienna’s central districts. They offer different experiences, from quiet drinks and pub food to cocktails and small plates. Compare the map with your route to find the most convenient option.

Are there cheap bars in Vienna with something to eat?

Four Bells is a practical choice for an informal beer alongside straightforward pub food. Bojito offers tapas and focaccia with its cocktails. Menus and kitchen hours may change, so check what is available on the day, particularly for a late arrival.

Which Vienna bars work well for a quiet meetup?

Fino is suited to a calmer drink and relaxed city-centre catch-up. Some other venues have a livelier soundtrack or a stronger night-time atmosphere, so consider the day and arrival time if conversation matters more than entertainment.

Where can I find unusual cocktails in Vienna?

Underdog Bar focuses on creative combinations and informal recommendations for guests who enjoy trying something different. D-bar takes a more polished approach, with classic and contemporary cocktails guided by individual preferences. The right choice depends on whether you prefer experimental or refined drinks.

What should I check before visiting a cheap bar in Vienna?

Confirm the opening hours, exact address and whether the kitchen is still serving if you want food. It is also worth checking the atmosphere: some places are compact or energetic, while others are better for a quieter drink. Groups should ask about seating in advance.

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