Kupferschmiedgasse Sausage Stand
Situated in a side street off Kärntnerstraße, this is a classic Viennese sausage stand with all the traditional offerings: Käsekrainer, Bratwurst, Waldviertler, Leberkäse. It is central, authentic, and located where Vienna truly comes alive. A solid choice for a quick snack.
Würstelstand LEO
Vienna’s oldest sausage stand—in operation since 1928. The “Big Mama,” a giant Käsekrainer for those with a big appetite, is legendary. LEO has served notable figures such as Bruno Kreisky. Today, the stand is modern and stays open until the early hours of the morning, making it a popular meeting point for night owls.
Zum scharfen René
A cult stand for night owls and the brave, in operation since 1968. René Kachlir himself stands behind the grill, offering homemade chili sauces, pickled chilies, and chili powder with up to 2.2 million Scoville units. His Käsekrainer with Zillertal mountain cheese are cooked in beef broth—a difference you can taste. René’s legendary homemade curry […]
Albertina Sausage Stand
Between the Opera and the Albertina—one of Vienna’s best-known sausage stands. Legendary on the evening of the Vienna Opera Ball, when after midnight ball guests in gowns and tailcoats treat themselves to a Käsekrainer. Otherwise, it is usually crowded with tourists, which locals take note of with a certain shake of the head. Still: the […]
Sausage Stand at Hoher Markt
The legendary sausage stand at Vienna’s oldest square—voted the most popular sausage stand in Vienna in the 2019 Falstaff poll. Everything here is just right: top-quality Käsekrainer and Waldviertler sausages, always grilled to a perfect crisp, fresh bread delivered three times a day, and an impressive selection of over 20 types of beer. Located on […]
Sausage Stand Spiegelgasse
Located right by Graben, designed with gleaming gold stainless steel and white marble—truly eye-catching. The stand combines Viennese tradition with modern design. The selection of sausages is extensive, the Käsekrainer is excellent, and the location is ideal for a bite to eat after a shopping trip in the city center.
