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Wiener Schnitzel
Mentioned multiple times and consistently praised for being crispy, tender, well-prepared, and flavorful; one review even called it the restaurant’s signature schnitzel.
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Apple Strudel
Repeatedly recommended as worth the wait, with reviews highlighting its warm pastry, balanced sweetness, and especially the version with vanilla sauce.
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Kaiserschmarrn
Recommended for being light, fluffy, sweet, and beautifully presented, with one review specifically praising the plum compote pairing.
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Café Central Kaffee
Praised as an exceptional coffee drink, described as rich and even called the best coffee one reviewer had ever had.
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Nuss Kuss
Mentioned positively in dessert tastings and described as amazing, sweet, and tasty.
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Peanuts Caramel
Also singled out among the desserts as amazing, with reviewers praising its sweet, tasty flavor.
Detalles
Acerca de Café Central
Long-standing venue for Viennese cuisine, with famous historic links including to Freud & Trotsky.
Servicios
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Preguntas frecuentes
What is Café Central known for?
Café Central is best known for its apfelstrudel, sachertorte, kaiserschmarrn, and coffee served in a historic Vienna café setting. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the live pianist, which adds to the classic atmosphere while people enjoy dessert and coffee.
What dishes are most recommended at Café Central?
The most recommended items include apfelstrudel with vanilla sauce, sachertorte, kaiserschmarrn, and chocolate cake, plus savory dishes like wiener schnitzel, beef consommé soup, and potato soup. Reviewers often say the pastries are abundant and fresh, and that the desserts are a highlight worth ordering with coffee.
What is the atmosphere like at Café Central?
The vibe is historic, elegant, cozy, and romantic, with a grand interior that many guests describe as beautiful and eye-catching. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners who want a classic Viennese café experience, and the live piano music makes dinner feel especially refined.
Is Café Central good value, and what is the price range?
Café Central is in the €10–20 price range, and several reviewers say the food and experience are worth the price, especially given its prime tourist-area location in Vienna. Guests often mention that breakfast, coffee, and dessert feel like strong value for a historic café with table service and live music.
When is the best time to visit Café Central to avoid a long wait?
Early morning is often the easiest time, with one review noting a weekday visit around 8 a.m. got seated right away, while later visits can involve a 20-minute to one-hour wait. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner because the café is popular and usually has a line.
Is parking available at Café Central?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Café Central have vegetarian options?
Yes, Café Central offers vegan options.
Is Café Central kid-friendly?
Yes, Café Central is good for kids.
