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15 Best Fast-Food Restaurants in Vienna

Finding fast food in Vienna is easier when the choice matches your route and appetite. Central addresses around Krugerstraße and Goldschmiedgasse suit sightseeing, while Thaliastraße is useful for fried chicken takeaway and Ausstellungsstraße works well near Messe Wien.

Check the opening hours, seating, menu style and distance before setting off, especially if you need a late meal, halal food or a quick street-food stop.

How this guide is ordered

The selection gives weight to clearly described food styles, practical locations, opening times, takeaway suitability and specific occasions such as late-night eating, sightseeing, coffee breaks or meals near exhibition venues. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.

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Vienna’s top quick-service food spots

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CHICKEN PLUS #1
What stands out
  • Freshly prepared fried chicken

CHICKEN PLUS

4.82339 reviews
Thaliastraße 18, 1160 Wien, Austria
Best for
Quick fried-chicken meals and takeaway

CHICKEN PLUS is a fast-food restaurant on Thaliastraße 18, specialising in freshly prepared fried chicken. The chicken is notably less greasy than some major-chain alternatives, and the friendly service adds to its straightforward appeal.

Seating is limited, making it better suited to a quick meal or takeaway than a long visit. Opening hours run daily from 11am to 10pm.

Kaiser Sausage Stand #2

Kaiser Sausage Stand

4.71658 reviews
Krugerstraße 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Classic Viennese sausages and late-night snacks

Kaiser Sausage Stand brings classic Viennese Würstelstand fare to Krugerstraße 1 in the city centre. Its menu focuses on freshly grilled staples, including Käsekrainer, bratwurst and other Wiener sausage classics, with fresh bread and familiar toppings.

The stand stays open late: until 2am on most weekdays, 3am Friday and Saturday, and midnight Sunday. Portions are intentionally focused, so it suits a quick central snack more than a full meal.

Türkis Express Vienna Center #3

Türkis Express Vienna Center

4.8534 reviews
Goldschmiedgasse 4, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Quick central meals and halal fast food

Türkis Express Vienna Center is a fast-food restaurant on Goldschmiedgasse in Vienna’s 1st district, convenient for a central meal from morning through midnight. The menu includes halal options, and the relaxed setting works for a quick stop while sightseeing.

Service is friendly and lemonades are a popular accompaniment, making this a practical choice when convenience matters more than a long sit-down meal.

U(H)RWURSCHT #4
What stands out
  • Käsekrainer and bratwurst arrive with a satisfying char

U(H)RWURSCHT

4.9196 reviews
Minerlgasse 129, 1040 Wien, Austria
Best for
Traditional sausage-focused street food

U(H)RWURSCHT at Minerlgasse 129 is a compact Vienna stop for grilled sausages with a distinctly traditional feel. Käsekrainer and bratwurst arrive with a satisfying char, while cheese sausage can be served chopped with pickles, cheese and fresh bread.

The friendly grill service suits a casual street-food break, with opening from 11am to 6pm Monday through Saturday.

Opern Schnitzel #5

Opern Schnitzel

4.51401 reviews
Operngasse 20A, 1040 Wien, Austria
Best for
Informal meals near Operngasse

Opern Schnitzel is a modest fast-food counter on Operngasse serving schnitzel alongside pizza and dishes influenced by Turkish and Austrian cuisine. The atmosphere is basic, but the portions are substantial and the service is notably friendly, with custom orders handled helpfully.

Salad choices can be limited, so fries may be the more dependable side when you want a filling quick meal.

Pars Food Wien #6

Pars Food Wien

4.5127 reviews
Kalvarienberggasse 70, 1170 Wien, Austria
Best for
Casual Persian-inspired pizzas and sandwiches

Pars Food Wien brings Persian-style fast food to Kalvarienberggasse 70. Pizzas and sandwiches form the core of its accessible menu, with flavours that reflect Iranian food traditions and a warm, courteous service style.

It is a useful choice for a casual meal with an international edge, opening daily from late morning until evening.

McDonald's #7
What stands out
  • More of a historic café atmosphere than a typical fast-food setting

McDonald's

44058 reviews
Mariahilfer Str. 22 - 24, 1070 Wien, Austria
Best for
A familiar fast-food stop in a memorable interior

This McDonald's on Mariahilfer Straße 22–24 pairs familiar burgers, fries and chicken with an unusually ornate interior. High ceilings, chandeliers, mouldings and columns give the dining room more of a historic café atmosphere than a typical fast-food setting.

Its central shopping-street address and late opening hours make it convenient for a quick meal during a busy Vienna itinerary.

McDonalds #8

McDonalds

3.92211 reviews
Ausstellungsstraße 44A, 1020 Wien, Austria
Best for
Coffee breaks and quick meals near Messe Wien

McDonald's at Ausstellungsstraße 44A is a convenient fast-food stop near Messe Wien and the surrounding exhibition district. Alongside the familiar burger-and-fries menu, McCafé provides coffee and sweets, with a terrace for outdoor seating.

Cappuccino, cakes and alternative milk options add appeal for a coffee break, while daily opening from 7am to 1am supports early starts and late returns.

McDonald's Wien Mitte #9
What stands out
  • Built for fast, convenient meals in a busy transport and shopping setting

McDonald's Wien Mitte

3.81681 reviews
EZ Wien Mitte, Landstraßer Hauptstraße 1B, 1030 Wien, Austria
Best for
Fast meals around Wien Mitte

McDonald's Wien Mitte, inside the EZ Wien Mitte complex on Landstraßer Hauptstraße, is built for fast, convenient meals in a busy transport and shopping setting. Quick counter service and the standard burger-and-fries menu suit travellers, shoppers and late arrivals, with opening from 6am and late closing every day.

It is best approached as a functional stop rather than a leisurely dining destination.

McDonald's #10
What stands out
  • Self-service ordering is particularly convenient for visitors

McDonald's

3.82056 reviews
Karlsplatz 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Tourists needing an easy central meal

McDonald's at Karlsplatz 1 offers the familiar fast-food menu in a central location suited to tourists and late-night city traffic. Self-service ordering is particularly convenient for visitors who may not speak German, helping streamline the process.

Opening extends well into the night on selected days, making this a practical burger-and-fries option around Vienna's central cultural district.

McDonald's #11

McDonald's

3.85049 reviews
Rotenturmstraße 29, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Late meals in central Vienna

McDonald's on Rotenturmstraße 29 places the standard burger-and-fries format in one of Vienna's most touristic central areas. The restaurant offers a familiar, predictable option for shoppers and visitors, though its popular setting can become crowded and seating may be difficult at busy times.

Extended hours, reaching 5am on Friday and Saturday, make it useful after evening sightseeing.

Rhulo Cigköfte Ottakring #12
What stands out
  • Cig köfte and a modern Mediterranean interpretation of traditional flavours

Rhulo Cigköfte Ottakring

51015 reviews
Neulerchenfelder Str. 36, 1160 Wien, Austria
Best for
Vegan Mediterranean-style casual dining

Rhulo Cigköfte Ottakring is a vegan restaurant on Neulerchenfelder Straße, centred on cig köfte and a modern Mediterranean interpretation of traditional flavours. The welcoming room, friendly service and occasional complimentary chai give it an easygoing character, while the menu also extends into coffee and sushi rolls.

Daily opening supports brunch, lunch and casual evening visits.

Happy Noodles Schwedenplatz #13

Happy Noodles Schwedenplatz

3.8551 reviews
Franz Josefs Kai, Schwedenpl. 15, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Late-night noodles near Schwedenplatz

Happy Noodles Schwedenplatz serves hot, filling noodle dishes at Franz Josefs Kai, close to the city-centre waterfront. Generous portions, bite-sized meat, satisfying prawns and quick preparation make it a strong choice after sightseeing or a late night.

The Schwedenplatz branch opens until 4am on most days, giving hungry visitors a practical option well beyond standard dinner hours.

Burger King Annagasse #14
What stands out
  • Historic interior setting

  • Quick central fast food

Burger King Annagasse

3.65118 reviews
Annagasse 3, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Fast meals in the city centreBudget-conscious burger stops

Burger King Annagasse stands out for its striking historic interior, where a familiar fast-food menu is served beneath detailed architectural features from the building’s former use. It is a convenient central stop for burgers, chips, coffee and breakfast, whether you are eating alone, dining in or taking food away.

Service is generally organised and quick, and the restaurant is kept clean. Outdoor seating and delivery add convenience, while the menu works well for a straightforward meal when time and budget matter more than a long sit-down occasion.

Shiso Burger 1010 #15

Shiso Burger 1010

4.8724 reviews
Hoher Markt 4, 1010 Wien, Austria
Best for
Distinctive burgers near central Vienna

Shiso Burger 1010 puts an Asian spin on the burger in a central location at Hoher Markt. The menu covers familiar hamburgers and cheeseburgers as well as Chili Lemon, Bulgogi and Shiso burgers, giving adventurous diners plenty to explore.

Fast service, welcoming staff and a standout Bulgogi Burger make this a convenient choice for a distinctive lunch or dinner in Vienna’s 1st district.

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Map of fast food in Vienna

Use the map to compare options with your current route rather than choosing by menu alone. Central stops cluster around the 1st district and Operngasse, while other choices extend towards Thaliastraße, Kalvarienberggasse and Messe Wien.

Zoom in to judge walking distance, check nearby transport links and confirm opening hours before making a late-night or time-sensitive visit.

Fast-food options by need

  • Fried chicken takeawayFreshly prepared chicken for a quick meal, with limited seating at the Thaliastraße stop.
  • Viennese sausage standsKäsekrainer, bratwurst and other grilled sausage classics with bread and familiar toppings.
  • Late-night snacksCentral sausage-stop options for eating after dinner, with some locations open until 2am or later on selected nights.
  • Halal fast foodA practical central choice for halal meals during sightseeing, with quick service and casual seating.
  • Schnitzel and informal mealsSchnitzel, pizza and Turkish-Austrian dishes near Operngasse, with substantial portions and helpful custom orders.
  • Persian-inspired pizzasCasual pizzas and sandwiches influenced by Iranian food traditions in the 17th district.
  • Coffee and quick mealsBurger meals, McCafé drinks, cakes and alternative milk options near Messe Wien.
  • Vegan casual diningVegan Mediterranean-style casual food for visitors looking beyond standard burger and sausage menus.

How to choose your stop

  1. Choose the neighbourhood first if you are sightseeing, shopping or attending an event; central Vienna and Messe Wien serve different routes.
  2. For late eating, verify the same-day closing time, since weekday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday hours may differ.
  3. Ask about seating before travelling to a compact sausage stand or takeaway-focused chicken shop.
  4. If you need halal food, confirm the current menu and preparation details directly before ordering.
  5. Compare the food style with your appetite: grilled sausages, fried chicken, schnitzel, pizza, sandwiches or coffee and cake.
  6. Check sides and dietary choices in advance, particularly if you need vegan food or a fuller meal rather than a snack.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find fast food in central Vienna?

Central options include stops around Krugerstraße and Goldschmiedgasse, with another informal choice near Operngasse. These locations suit visitors who want a quick meal while exploring the historic centre, although the menus differ from classic sausages and halal food to schnitzel, pizza and sandwiches.

Which Vienna fast-food options are suitable for late-night eating?

Kaiser Sausage Stand is particularly useful for late snacks, with hours extending to 2am on most weekdays and 3am on Friday and Saturday. Always check the current schedule before travelling, especially on Sunday or around public holidays.

Where can I get halal fast food in Vienna?

Türkis Express Vienna Center offers halal options at a central Goldschmiedgasse address and works well for a quick meal during sightseeing. Confirm the current menu and any specific dietary requirements with the venue before ordering.

Is there fast food near Messe Wien?

The McDonald's on Ausstellungsstraße is convenient for the exhibition district, offering familiar burgers and fries alongside McCafé drinks, cakes and a terrace. Its early opening and late closing can help around event schedules, but confirm hours before visiting.

Where can I find something different from standard burgers?

Vienna has several more distinctive casual options: grilled Käsekrainer and bratwurst, Persian-inspired pizzas and sandwiches, schnitzel, and vegan Mediterranean-style food. Use the map to match the style with your route and check availability before setting off.

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