Must-Try Foods in Vienna for Foodies

The Austrian capital of Vienna is well-known for being a cultural hub. Whether you love music, art, sculpture, or fine dining, you’ll find plenty to love in Vienna. Its gorgeous architecture and winding streets are easy to get lost in as well.

If you’re thinking of travelling to Vienna, then there are some foods you absolutely must try. While many of these foods are well-known outside of the city, they’re at their best inside its borders. So, what food is Vienna known for, you ask? Read on to find out which foods you have to try when visiting Vienna!

Strudel

Strudel is as indelibly associated with Austria, and particularly Vienna, as pasta is with Italy. There’s a good reason for that. When strudel is cooked right, its layered flakes of pastry melt in your mouth, and its filling adds a delicious coda for your tastebuds.

Of course, the best strudel in Vienna is apple strudel, which is best served with custard (or cream if you prefer). But did you know that other variants of strudel, including savoury ones that contain meat, exist as well?

Gulasch

If you’re etymologically inclined, you’ve probably noticed that “gulasch” sounds a whole lot like “goulash.” That’s because it’s essentially the same dish. The gulasch is the Austrian variant of Hungarian goulash, but it’s got a uniquely Viennese spin.

This dish combines delicious thick stew with plenty of onions and the signature Hungarian paprika. If you’re looking for a dish that truly melds cultures, then look no further than gulasch. However, try to get it from a small authentic deli if you can find one.

Wiener schnitzel

Schnitzel is a breadcrumb dish that consists of a cut of meat—often veal, but we’ve seen other meat like pork used as well—coated in breadcrumbs and pan-fried. You’ll often see Wiener schnitzel served alongside boiled or roasted potatoes, but you can also get it served with fries, mashed potatoes, or even salad if you’re feeling health-conscious.