15 Best Coffee Shops in Vienna

Coffee and Beard sits at the intersection of Volksoper and Schottentor, serving a varied coffee selection from strong to fruit-forward styles. The shop also sells coffee beans and handmade brewing tools, with friendly, personal guidance for taking the setup home.

Its split Friday schedule and limited seating make it especially useful for planned visits, coffee shopping, or an evening catch-up.

The Good Coffee Society 1020 is a neighborhood coffee shop at Ilgplatz with a strong breakfast and brunch focus. Fresh bread, balanced coffee, and satisfying morning plates make it an easy choice for a quiet start to the day.

The shop also sells beans and works with roasters from around the world, adding a take-home option to its relaxed Leopoldstadt café experience.

MANANA café presents specialty coffee in Vienna’s Währing district, with Schulgasse 31 as a welcoming place to slow down, work through a good latte, or browse beans for home.

Latte art, carrot cake, and attentive service are central strengths, while the café also hosts art and cultural events. The atmosphere is designed for arriving, relaxing, and staying awhile.

BEANDEPENDENT is an artisan coffee shop and micro-roastery at Lessinggasse 19, built around hands-on brewing and a personal approach. Espresso and pour-over are prepared with beans roasted in-house, while the owner takes time to explain coffee choices and methods.

Its minimalist setting and small-scale format suit visitors looking for focused coffee craft rather than a conventional, full-service café.

Kaffeefabrik at Favoritenstraße 4 is a local roastery café where espresso and filter coffee meet beans for home. The team is happy to discuss roast profiles and help select bags, including expressive nutty, fruity, or floral styles.

Organic cultivation and fair trade are part of the offer, making this a useful stop for drinkers who want a distinctive cup and a considered retail choice.

Coffee Junkie Kirchengasse offers a friendly, central stop for well-prepared coffee and something sweet. Its inviting interior pairs naturally with a broad cake selection, making the shop suitable for a relaxed sit-down rather than a quick takeaway alone.

At Kirchengasse 21, it is a convenient choice for visitors wanting approachable service, a cozy atmosphere, and a dessert-led coffee break.

Baristas United Coffee Shop brings specialty coffee to Landstraßer Hauptstraße 34 in Vienna’s 1030 district. Its selection includes limited-edition coffees, Vienna-roasted beans and coffees roasted specifically for espresso, with the option to choose different beans for a preferred drink.

The menu also includes vegan and lactose-free choices. For a more hands-on experience, private 90-minute coffee workshops are available.

Süssmund Kaffee Shop is a compact specialty coffee stop at Rauhensteingasse 12 in central Vienna, with around ten seats and a warm, personal feel. Coffee is prepared with care, supported by knowledgeable guidance, and whole beans are available to take home.

The shop also offers freshly roasted coffee online, including filter and espresso selections such as Kenya Eegaads AA.

At Fleischmarkt 20 in central Vienna, BERT COFFEE & MATCHA combines coffee, ceremonial-grade matcha and functional drinks in a compact urban café concept. Matcha is a clear strength, served with a full-bodied character rather than a diluted profile, while the menu also includes protein and collagen drinks.

Pre-ordering drinks and collecting digital loyalty stamps add a practical touch for regular visits.

Vanilla Cafe on Gablenzgasse in Vienna’s 1160 district is geared towards sweet treats and relaxed evening stops. Alongside coffee, its offering includes Italian ice cream, generously filled crêpes, waffles and desserts.

The small, welcoming space is particularly suited to an indulgent visit later in the day, with attentive service that remains accommodating even close to closing time.

At The Coffee Stephansplatz, an urban, Japan-inspired coffee shop on Goldschmiedgasse, the focus is on well-made drinks in a compact, charming setting. The menu includes rich double espresso, iced lattes, cookies and a broad variety of beverages.

Ordering is handled by tablet, while seating is limited, with a small outdoor area when available. Its central Vienna location suits a quick coffee stop, especially for those who appreciate a streamlined, low-interaction ordering process.

OTOTO Store & Speciality Coffee pairs a relaxed café atmosphere with a small retail selection at Zirkusgasse 20 in Vienna’s 1020 district. Coffee and matcha are prepared with particular care, including smooth, thickly textured matcha, while cookies and brownies provide a sweet accompaniment.

The shop also works well for picking up gifts or souvenirs alongside a quick drink.

Catch Coffee is a cozy, family-run café at Währinger Str. 22 in Vienna’s 1090 district, close to the city center. Its offer combines coffee and matcha with handmade snacks, while the setting suits an unhurried coffee date or a casual catch-up.

Sunday coffee dates are part of the concept, giving the café a clear weekend angle alongside its friendly service.

A. Central Shop & Cafe at Bloch-Bauer-Promenade 4/1A combines a coffee stop with a broad shop selection. Alongside well-prepared coffee, visitors can find fresh products, sandwiches, pastries, snacks and a range of Eastern European goods.

Friendly service and opening hours extending to 10 pm make it a useful neighborhood option for an evening bite, a takeaway treat or a casual drink.

Elias Coffee Shop offers a warm, carefully designed setting at Parkring 14/16 in Vienna’s 1010 district—well suited to lingering over a drink. The menu includes cappuccino, batch brew and vegan chocolate treats, with friendly service adding to the comfortable atmosphere.

It is a convenient choice for a relaxed central coffee break, although guests seeking highly specialized brewing should explore the menu in person.