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    Cafe Einstein

    3.9 (82 reviews)
    ModerateBeisl
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Zwickl
    Laura K.

    We came here because I had a coupon for Buy 1 Get 1 Free Holzhackergröstl (normally 8,50 each). The portions were HUGE, and neither my brother nor I could finish the potatoes. Also, I have definitely had better Holzhackergröstl in Austria. I wish there had been a fried egg on top of these. :/ They also had free tap water, which you get yourself. I believe they also have various juices for free, as well, which are located right next to the faucet where you get your water. I might go back because I have another one of those coupons, but without that coupon, I likely would not have come here in the first place and would not go back.

    Interior
    Emily Y.

    Food was alright but service was excruciatingly slow. We decided to check out Cafe Einstein for dinner. We found a table outside to better enjoy the fresh air, and grabbed a set of English menus. Shrimp salad: I liked it a lot! Fresh, crunchy, and decent portion sizes. Cordon bleu chicken: battered and fried; pretty normal. Tasty according to my brother. The dumplings for dessert were interesting, if a little too sweet. Unfortunately, price and service just didn't match quality. Hence, 3 stars.

    The berner wurst dish served with fries
    Charmy M.

    Came here for a late lunch. The service was surprisingly slow, it took quite awhile before the waiter came. Seems like staffs have designated tasks, as the female service staff told us that we'll have to wait for the actual waiter to order. We had the wiener schnitzel and the bernel wurst dishes. The former was well done, with a slice of breaded pork which wasn't oily at all. The wurst dish was wrapped in bacon and tasted nice with the accompanying mustard sauce. There were much fries as well. They ran out of chips (the machine was down) and that was quite disappointing. The price was reasonable comparing it to restaurants pricing here. Location was accessible, it's a short walk from the metro. And they have a self service station for tap water with a variety of fruit mixes as well.

    Silvana P.

    English/Español Its a normal restaurant, they placed us in the smoking area because we didn't had a reservation, small table and space. The waiter did not asked us if we wanted the german menu or the english one. They served us the food really fast, the taste was good and fair price, the waiter asked for a tip. Es un restaurante normal, nos colocaron en el área de fumadores ya que no contabamos con reservación, las mesas y el espacio son pequeños. El mesero no nos preguntó si queríamos la carta en alemán o en inglés. Nos sirvieron la comida muy rápido, el sabor estuvo bien y el precio aceptable, el mesero pidió propina.

    Malange
    Zeina T.

    The melange is really delicious in this café. The waiters are nice. What attracted me to this coffee is that it is on the name of einstein.

    Spicy goulash
    Supakij K.

    I stop there when it was raining day in Vienna. Read the review and walked in for my lunch. I had spicy goulash which is not so spicy for me but the taste was good. Weiner schnitzel was my main and it came out so good. Crispy pork with a little bit sour potato salad made it's not so oily. Love it.

    a delicious potato skillet dish
    Alex M.

    We went here after seeing the good reviews on Yelp. The food and drinks were fantastic. My friend had sausage and chips and I had a delicious skillet potato dish that I still think about! We had a late lunch so we were some of the only people in the restaurant. The service was decent and the only reason why Cafe Einstein gets 4 stars...it took about 15 minutes of repeatedly asking for the check for the guy to give it to us!

    The magnificent mixed grill platter
    John A.

    Eating here has become my Austrian tradition - not only do they serve the best schnitzel, but they also have free wifi - this is not a touristic place, which in my opinion makes it as authentic as it gets ...

    Pork schnitzel

    Came here on a light rainy day for late lunch. Nice decor with plenty of photos, cozy small stalls with wooden benches. Staff was pleasant and generally hands-off. Maybe that's just European style? There's a smoking and a nonsmoking section. As another reviewer said, they have an English menu but it's only for food (not drinks) but the waiters speak English well and can recommend drinks for you; menu now printed out, not on ipad as others mentioned previously. Food arrived fast. Ordered pork schnitzel (you can also choose turkey for same price or original/traditional veal for about twice the price). It tastes like a thinner version of Japanese tonkatsu. Frittatensuppe (soup with thin pancake stripes) is very good. Felt like they used a whole pancake. Overall, I'd come back again.

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    Gasthaus Pöschl - Lamb shank

    Gasthaus Pöschl

    4.3(343 reviews)
    1.3 kmInnere Stadt
    €€

    Well that was a heavenly night out…read more Our first restaurant meal in Vienna, so it had to be Wiener schnitzel. Perfect veal pieces with a perfectly golden, bubbled crumb, as large as our plate. Heaven. Potato salad - perfect; a little on the sweeter side. No mayo here, as it should be. Also, we were craving veg, so ordered the rucola salad. This being Austria, it was covered in ham and a sharp cheese. I'm not complaining The room had a simple, cozy cellar bar feel. It was a tad warm inside. Friendly service. Although I tried my best with German they also spoke excellent English. Drinks wise - hubby enjoyed the lager beer and I loved the Weiss gespritzt. At €3,90 a glass, I was happy! They were busy so recommend booking. Fantastic meal, highly recommend!

    Gasthaus Pöschl is exactly the kind of place I look for when traveling--small, local, and serving…read moreabsolutely delicious Viennese food! We ordered the Wiener Schnitzel, prepared in the traditional Viennese style, and it was amazing! The schnitzel was perfectly cooked and paired beautifully with their potato salad, which was also really good. We also tried the Tafelspitz, served with a flavorful beef broth and vegetables. It was hearty, fresh, and packed with flavor. Their house beer on tap was refreshing and went perfectly with the meal. But the real showstopper was dessert--the famous Kaiserschmarrn with apricot. These fluffy, shredded pancakes were absolutely divine, and the apricot added just the right amount of sweetness. Easily one of the highlights of the meal! Service was impeccable, and everything tasted fresh. I highly recommend making a reservation, especially because this is a small restaurant and it clearly has a strong following among locals. The atmosphere is lovely, with a neighborhood, non-touristy vibe that makes the experience feel authentically Viennese. If you're looking for delicious traditional Viennese specialties without the tourist-trap feel, definitely put Gasthaus Pöschl on your list!

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    Gasthaus Pöschl
    Gasthaus Pöschl - Pumpkin Cream Soup which we shared.

    Pumpkin Cream Soup which we shared.

    Gasthaus Pöschl - Cream cheese dumplings with plum stew

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    Cream cheese dumplings with plum stew

    Figlmüller

    Figlmüller

    4.0(728 reviews)
    1.3 kmInnere Stadt
    €€

    We made a reservation here about a month in advance, and I am so glad we did! This place was packed…read morewhen we arrived, as expected since it is one of the most well-known schnitzel spots in Vienna. I was worried this place was over-hyped and more of a place you have to "check off the list" than somewhere you want to eat because of the food. If you have any doubts like I did, forget about them because this was actually the best schnitzel we had on our trip! Their potato salad and tomato salads, also amazing! I love that they had option for their schnitzel - the chicken and original were our favorites! Definitely check this spot out when in Vienna - you won't be disappointed!

    This is probably one of the most popular schnitzel restaurants in all of Vienna. Do not come…read morewithout a reservation unless you're prepared to stand outside for quite some time. I had a reservation at 11:30am and there was already an insane line just to get in. Then once they opened the doors other groups of people completely ignore the line outside and just start rushing in. They're in absolutely no rush to seat you so don't have any hope that they'll let you in early. Once you're seated the service is pretty fast. The schnitzel is quite large and good for sharing. I had the original schnitzel with pork. It was thin and crispy but under seasoned in my opinion. The potato salad was the star for me I could have had one all to myself. It was creamy, a little sweet, and tangy. I also tried the soup with clear beef broth and sliced pancakes. Nothing memorable but a nice clean soup if you're in the mood.

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    Figlmüller - Dining area

    Dining area

    Figlmüller - Thin meat, delicate crisp outside breading. Sublime

    Thin meat, delicate crisp outside breading. Sublime

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    Berliner Döner - Laam döner sandwich with all salads and Gösser bier

    Berliner Döner

    4.7(61 reviews)
    1.5 kmNeubau

    There she is. We found her. Why are you out and about, possibly intoxicated, in a European city…read morewandering aimlessly in the cold? You're looking for a rotating mountain of meat like an oasis in the desert so that you can get a doner wrap, sandwich, or box. I have good news! I've found where you should be, and it's Berliner Doner. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? There is seemingly always a line a Berliner Doner, and that was the case even on a windy and intermittently rainy Sunday evening when there were seemingly no other people in the entire city of Vienna. Fortunately, the line at Berliner moves real quick, and even ten deep you'll have your food within twenty minutes tops. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? I genuinely cannot get over the price points at Berliner. My standard chicken doner sandwich was, wait for it, €3,50. That's it. That's all. That's the tweet. I obviously should have gone double meat for one euro more, but in summary is the best deal in town full stop. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? And just like that it all came together. The fresh pita, the flavorful chicken, the fantastic peripherals with red and white sauces that could easily rival any high quality stand in London or New York or Los Angeles. This was marvelous and there was no weak link. Period. Two Stars. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? Every damn night if I could. Star.

    Um, yum! Cheap,…read morecheerful, delicious. We ordered the lamb sandwich döner. Have never had one in Austria, but heard it was great. And yes, it's delicious. Yummy fresh salads, delicious sauces, shavings of lamb on top, washed down with a couple Gösser beers - perfect post drinking fare. Under €20 - awesome value. Way better than doner kebabs in Australia! There's some outdoor seating. Ambiance is simple, quick, outdoor takeaway. Nothing fancy. Would I take a date here? Probably not. Would I make it a required stop after a big night drinking? Hell yes. I ordered in German, the guy didn't switch to English. So not sure if they speak any English here. Recommend!

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    Berliner Döner
    Berliner Döner
    Berliner Döner - Exterior

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    Schnitzelwirt - Parisian schnitzel in front

    Schnitzelwirt

    4.0(155 reviews)
    1.3 kmNeubau
    €€

    While living in Vienna, Austria, friends and family always wanted to enjoy Schnitzel at Figlmüller…read morein Stephansplatz. However, my personal favorite restaurant for authentic Austrian cuisine is Schitzelwirt! They have an exceptional Biergarten in the front of the restaurant or inside dining if you want a more romantic setting. I recommend enjoying their traditional Wiener Schnitzel with Herb Potatoes. Aperol Spritz & local Sturm Wine pairs nicely with this meal. The service was excellent! They are able to speak English but restaurants are the best place to try using your Deutsch and the staff will be very pleased and create laughs around the table. Also, this restaurant isn't very close to an U-Bahn station so I recommend using a taxi or Uber to arrive and continue your night.

    3.75 First dinner in Vienna. Old school vibe with a couple of small dining rooms as you walk…read morethrough the restaurant. You can tell this place gets busy. It was near our air bnb and had lots of good reviews, so the choice was made. We each got a different rendition of schnitzel. I got the classic and I personally thought it was great. Cooked perfectly. Crispy golden exterior with a juicy center. Simple dish that doesn't need anything other than a squeeze of lemon and a nice cold beer. My mom and aunt weren't as thrilled. I Think they had different expectations. My mom got a version that was similar to a francese and my aunt got one with parm and oregano. I tried both and thought they were very good. The potato salad they serve was phenomenal!! Be warned, the portions are huge! This is a good place for a family to share a few dishes. Also, be advised that if you want to avoid a wait get there early. We got there and had no real wait, but the people were beginning to show up as we left. You have to have the staples when you travel to a particular city, and the Schnitzel was represented well at this particular Vienna institution. Go and ENJOY!!!

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    Schnitzelwirt - Cordon bleu

    Cordon bleu

    Schnitzelwirt - Wiener Schnitzel

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    Wiener Schnitzel

    Cafe Einstein - beisl - Updated September 2026

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