Vienna
This Vienna falafel guide brings together market stalls, casual restaurants and Syrian street-food spots across Ottakring, Mariahilf, Favoriten and Leopoldstadt. Compare freshly fried falafel, vegan lunches, hummus and fatteh, then narrow your choice by location, daytime or late-night availability, and whether your group wants falafel alone or a broader menu.
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#1Garbanzo – Falafel & Hummus Bar is a vegetarian spot at Brunnenmarkt Stand 112 in Vienna’s 16th district. Falafel is fried to order and served in wraps with fresh ingredients, including spicy black-bean variations and vegan choices.
The market setting brings an informal, lively feel, while gluten-free diners can find suitable options. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:30 am to 10 pm.
#2Ashraf – König der Bohnen serves traditional Syrian food from Brunnenmarkt Stand 64 in Vienna’s 16th district. The menu centres on freshly prepared falafel, creamy hummus and fatteh, with kibbeh with meat adding a substantial option.
It is a straightforward market-stop choice for breakfast, lunch or an early dinner, opening from 8 am most days and from 7:30 am on Saturday.
#3Bayar’s – Falafel, Pizza & more is a casual buffet restaurant beneath the U-Bahn arches at 88A/88B in Vienna’s 9th district. Its broad menu makes it useful for mixed groups, with falafel alongside pizza, dürüm and other quick dishes.
Long opening hours extend into the early morning on Friday and Saturday, while weekday service generally runs from 10 am until 12:30 am.
#4A broad assortment with plenty of vegan choices
DR-FALAFEL is a falafel restaurant at Naschmarkt 560 in Vienna’s 6th district, offering a broad assortment with plenty of vegan choices . The falafel sandwich is the natural starting point, and custom combinations can include both falafel and chicken.
Market seating keeps the experience relaxed and informal, while the party service adds a practical option for larger gatherings. Open Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 6 pm.
#5Vegan falafel and hummus
Dr. Falafel: Abo Alnoor brings vegan falafel and hummus to Brunnengasse 64 in Vienna’s 1160 district. The street-food style offering focuses on fresh, crisp falafel, generous toppings, pickles and mint, with an authentic, full-flavoured character.
Its friendly, welcoming service suits a quick market stop or an easy vegan lunch.
#6Distinctive donut-shaped falafel
A quick market meal
At Viktor-Adler-Markt 95/97, Falafel Almidan offers a fast-food take on falafel and hummus. The distinctive donut-shaped falafel makes the stall easy to spot and adds a playful touch to a quick market meal .
It is best suited to daytime visits, with service from 7am to 5pm Monday through Saturday.
#7Homam Falafel is a falafel restaurant at Brunnengasse 57, in Vienna’s lively 1160 district. Its setting within the market atmosphere makes it a natural choice for a relaxed sandwich stop, whether meeting a date or taking a break while exploring the area.
The food is described as good, with the surroundings adding much of the occasion.
#8Homemade bakery items
Kaya Shawarma & Falafel is a Syrian restaurant on Engerthstr. 86, pairing shawarma with falafel and homemade bakery items . The menu suits diners looking for authentic Syrian flavours, with falafel sandwiches and shawarma both part of the offering.
Warm, attentive service and a welcoming family-run feel give this spot an easygoing character.
#9ALLEY is a small restaurant at Lindengasse 29, centred on carefully made burgers rather than a defined falafel specialism. Homemade buns, juicy meat and a family-run atmosphere give it a clear burger-house identity, with a compact setting that feels personal and informal.
It suits diners looking for a relaxed meal in Vienna’s 7th district.
#10Al Shami Imbiss is a Syrian restaurant at Brunnengasse 54/56, with shawarma, falafel wraps, hummus, pickles and other dips. Its authentic Middle Eastern cooking and bustling market setting make it a strong choice for a casual meal with plenty of flavour, while vegetarian options add flexibility.
Early opening hours suit breakfast-time or daytime visits.
#11Al Zaytouna Restaurant presents Lebanese cooking at Stubenring 18 in Vienna’s 1st district. Fresh mezze, grilled specialities and vegetarian options create a flexible choice for shared meals, while dishes such as makdous and fresh khubus add regional character.
Fast service, a lively atmosphere and central positioning suit both sightseeing breaks and longer meals.
#12Outdoor seating and a garden
Paradisia Restaurant brings oriental cooking to Marxergasse 17/G02, with a spacious dining room, outdoor seating and a garden setting. Its broader restaurant format suits unhurried meals, family occasions and group dining, while live music adds an evening dimension.
The location also works well after a walk around Hundertwasser House.
#13Kosher vegetarian Middle Eastern cuisine
Fresh falafel and hummus
VeAhavta Kosher Bistro brings fresh, fast and flavourful kosher vegetarian cuisine to Vienna. The menu focuses on Middle Eastern and Israeli dishes, with falafel, hummus, shakshuka, pastries and salad-bar options available for dine-in, takeaway or delivery.
The bistro combines a clean, pleasant setting with warm hospitality and carefully presented bowls. It is particularly useful for visitors seeking kosher food without giving up freshness or convenience, while the multilingual welcome adds comfort for an international audience.
#14Kosher shawarma specialist
Late-night dining option
Shawarma & Co. Vienna brings kosher street food to Vienna with a clear focus on shawarma, fresh ingredients and generously flavoured combinations of hummus and tahini. The atmosphere is lively and informal, making it an easy stop for a quick meal or a casual dinner.
Dine in, take away or arrange delivery, with outdoor seating available. Organic dishes, beer and other alcoholic drinks add flexibility, while late-night food service makes it useful when other kitchens have already closed.
#15Outdoor seating and tea
Alasmar Restaurant occupies a spot inside Hannovermarkt, giving a shawarma stop an unmistakably market-based setting. The Syrian menu is suited to casual daytime dining, with outdoor seating and tea adding to the appeal when you want to linger after eating.
Its location and relaxed format work especially well for combining a market visit with a flavourful meal, whether you choose shawarma or another Syrian speciality.
Summary
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Garbanzo - Falafel & Hummus Bar | 4.8 | 367 | Casual market eating |
| #2 | Ashraf-König der Bohnen, Falafel und Fatteh | 4.7 | 435 | Syrian market food and hearty fatteh |
| #3 | Bayar‘s - Falafel, Pizza & more | 4.6 | 157 | Casual meals |
| #4 | DR-FALAFEL | 4.3 | 540 | Vegan-friendly market meals and custom sandwiches |
| #5 | Dr. Falafel: Abo Alnoor | 4.9 | 39 | A quick vegan market lunch |
| #6 | Falafel Almidan فلافل الميدان | 4.6 | 31 | Daytime falafel at Viktor-Adler-Markt |
| #7 | Homam Falafel | 4.6 | 25 | A casual falafel date or market break |
| #8 | Kaya Shawarma & Falafel | 4.7 | 14 | Syrian street food and falafel sandwiches |
| #9 | ALLEY | 4.9 | 831 | A relaxed burger stop in Neubau |
| #10 | Al Shami Imbiss | 4.9 | 268 | Authentic Syrian food in a lively market |
| #11 | Al Zaytouna Restaurant | 4.6 | 6,326 | Shared Lebanese meals in the city centre |
| #12 | Paradisia Restaurant (مطعم باراديسيا) | 4.7 | 409 | A relaxed oriental meal with outdoor seating |
| #13 | VeAhavta - Kosher Bistro ואהבת - ביסטרו כשר | 4.8 | 198 | Kosher falafel and hummus meals |
| #14 | Shawarma & Co. Vienna | 4.9 | 118 | Kosher street food |
| #15 | مطعم الاسمر Alasmar Restaurant | 4.6 | 259 | A casual market meal with outdoor seating |
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Use the map to see how the options cluster around Brunnenmarkt and Brunnengasse in the 16th district, with other choices near Naschmarkt, Viktor-Adler-Markt, the U-Bahn arches and Engerthstrasse. Check the route from your starting point, especially for a market stop, a quick lunch or food after regular dinner hours.
Several options are close to Brunnenmarkt and Brunnengasse in Vienna’s 16th district. Garbanzo suits freshly fried wraps and vegan choices, while Ashraf focuses on Syrian dishes such as hummus and fatteh. The nearby market setting makes it easy to compare stops on foot.
Garbanzo, DR-FALAFEL and Dr. Falafel: Abo Alnoor all offer strong vegan-friendly directions, with falafel, hummus and plant-based toppings. Ask about the bread, sauces and preparation when strict dietary separation matters, as menus and kitchen practices can change.
Ashraf at Brunnenmarkt is a natural choice for Syrian market food, falafel, hummus and fatteh. Kaya Shawarma & Falafel on Engerthstrasse is another option if you want falafel alongside shawarma and homemade bakery items in a more conventional restaurant setting.
Bayar’s beneath the U-Bahn arches in the 9th district is useful for casual food beyond standard daytime hours, with especially late service on Friday and Saturday. Confirm the current closing time before travelling, particularly for a late-night visit.
Bayar’s offers falafel alongside pizza, dürüm and other quick dishes, while Kaya combines falafel with shawarma. These broader menus can be easier when some diners want a different meal. Check the menu before setting out if specific dietary needs are involved.
For a quick individual market lunch, spontaneous visits are usually the simplest approach. If you are arranging a date, group meal or party service, contact the venue first and confirm seating, availability and any reservation requirements, especially during busy market periods.
