Plant-based Vienna: 11 vegan restaurant tips

The Austrian capital has firmly established itself as a destination for plant-based cuisine. What used to be a well-kept secret is now a staple of Vienna’s culinary scene: an increasing number of restaurants and cafés are embracing creative, entirely vegan dishes – some even exclusively.

Whether you already follow a vegan lifestyle or are simply eager to explore new flavors, Vienna offers a rich and diverse culinary experience. From cozy cafés to trendy street food spots and refined gourmet menus – all completely free of animal products.

In this guide, we share our eleven favorite spots for vegan dining in Vienna. Perfect for your next visit or just to indulge in the city’s vibrant vegan offerings. Enjoy the journey – and happy tasting!

Vienna has become one of the most vegan-friendly cities in Europe – and with good reason. Whether you're in the mood for a classic pub with plant-based options, a stylish brunch spot, or an innovative fine dining experience, the city's vegan food scene is diverse and growing steadily.

Popular markets such as the Naschmarkt or the Karmelitermarkt offer a wide selection of regional and seasonal products in organic quality. Vegan options have also long been standard in many supermarkets and bakeries.

Even traditional specialties such as Wiener Schnitzel, Sachertorte, and Kaiserschmarrn have been successfully reinterpreted – without any animal ingredients, but with full flavor.

In a nutshell: Those seeking vegan dishes or fresh culinary experiences in Vienna will be rewarded with both variety and exceptional flavors.

At Pizzis & Cream on Burggasse (1070 Vienna), you can expect a successful combination of creative, homemade organic pizzas and sugar-free, vegan ice cream – served in a relaxed atmosphere with Italian flair. The pizza dough is left to rise for a full 48 hours, consists of just four organic ingredients, and impresses with its crispy, airy base. It is topped with original creations such as “Holy Pepperoni,” “Don Tuna,” or “Greek Supreme,” which are both delicious and visually appealing. For dessert, you can choose from up to eight changing, purely plant-based ice cream flavors – sweetened exclusively with stevia or birch sugar. The fair trade coffee from the Viennese roastery Süßmund is the perfect accompaniment.

It's no surprise that Pizzis & Cream is considered one of the best places for plant-based takeaway pizza in Vienna by the vegan community – ideal for anyone who appreciates uncomplicated, honest cuisine of the highest standard.

• Burggasse 25, 1070 Vienna
• Sun to Thu 11:30-22:00
• Fri to Sat 11:30-23:30
• pizzisandcream.com

Veggiezz is a modern, completely vegan fast food restaurant with two central locations in the 1st district – directly on Opernring and at Schwedenplatz (Salzgries 9). Ideal for anyone visiting Vienna who wants to eat plant-based food quickly and easily without compromising on taste and creativity. The menu offers a varied selection: from fresh bowls and burgers to hearty wraps and juicy seitan steaks. Sweet treats such as avocado chocolate mousse and raw cheesecake are also on offer. The bright and relaxed atmosphere invites you to linger, while in summer the cozy outdoor dining area offers additional space.

• Opernring 6, 1010 Vienna (Mon to Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-22:00)
• Salzgries 9, 1010 Vienna (Sat to Thu 12:00-22:00, Fri 11:00-22:00)
• veggiezzsalzgries.at
• Main dishes from 7,90€

Swing Kitchen serves 100% plant-based burgers in a modern, stylish environment that stands out. This popular vegan fast-food chain in Vienna is known for its wide range of freshly made, handcrafted burgers and the much-loved sweet potato fries, which appeal to vegans and non-vegans alike.

Guests particularly value the quick service, friendly staff, and indulgent vegan desserts, including tiramisu and cheesecake. It’s the perfect spot for anyone craving tasty, hassle-free vegan fast food with a touch of style.

• Schottenfeldgasse 3, 1070 Vienna (daily 11:00-22:00)
• Währinger Straße 47, 1090 Vienna (daily 11:00-22:00)
• Josefstädter Straße 73, 1080 Vienna (daily 11-21:30)
• Operngasse 24, 1040 Vienna (daily 11:00-22:00)
• Schwedenplatz 3-4, Top 4-5, 1010 Vienna (Sun to Thu 11:00-22:00 Uhr, Fri to Sat 11:00-23:00)
• swingkitchen.com

suess’kind does not use any animal products and only uses certified organic ingredients. Owner Fabian Rainer creates a new menu every day based on seasonal and regional ingredients. The result is creative, balanced dishes that are healthy and impress with their sophistication.

The minimalist restaurant impresses with its clean lines, warm lighting, and open kitchen, where you can watch Fabian prepare the food. Whether bowls, stews, salads, or soups—everything is homemade, nutritious, and also available to take away. For a quick break, suess'kind offers the best organic coffee from the Salzburg roaster Herr Werner as well as fine vegan snacks.

• Sparefrohgasse 1, 1030 Vienna
• Mon to Fri 11:00-15:00
• das-suesskind.bio

Located in the heart of the 8th district, on Schlösselgasse, is Tisch Restaurant—a small, exquisite establishment serving modern, purely vegan cuisine. The menu changes regularly and ranges from reinterpreted classics to surprising, internationally inspired dishes. Vegan spaghetti carbonara with tomato “egg yolk,” crispy plant-based schnitzel, and creative “oysters” made from black salsify make the menu particularly exciting.

The atmosphere is cozy and stylish, with lovingly selected upcycled furniture, soft lighting, and a relaxed bar area. In summer, a small outdoor dining area invites guests to linger. For lovers of creative, vegan soul food in a relaxed atmosphere, Tisch is a real recommendation in Vienna.

• Schlösselgasse 8, 1080 Vienna
• Mon, Thu, Fri 17:00-22:30
  Sat, Sun & public holidays 10:00-22:30
• seite.tisch.wien
• Main dishes from 18,90€

Café Harvest in the 2nd district is one of Vienna's established vegan meeting places. Here, traditional Austrian cuisine meets creative, plant-based reinterpretations – from Kasnockerl and goulash to soy schnitzel, club sandwiches, and Beyond Burgers. On weekends, a rich “All Vegan Brunch” with a varied buffet invites you to linger and delights both vegans and meat lovers alike.

The interior captivates with a cozy retro atmosphere with warm lighting, a small outdoor dining area, and relaxed indie music. A focus on sustainability is evident in the use of organic and fair-trade ingredients as well as homemade lemonades and cakes. The menu is complemented by fair trade coffee and vegan specialties such as iced coffee.

• Karmeliterplatz 1, 1020 Vienna
• Mon to Fri 14:00-22:00
• Sat to Sun 10:00-22:00
• All Vegan Brunch 10:00 -15:00
• harvest-bistrot.at
• Main dishes from 11,80€

The Velani Restaurant in the 12th district offers traditional Viennese cuisine – completely vegan and plant-based. Classics such as schnitzel, juice goulash, onion roast, and Kaiserschmarrn are reinterpreted here in high quality, with enjoyment and taste always at the forefront.

The modern, cozy atmosphere with a bright, open design and small outdoor dining area invites you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether for a relaxed weekend visit or a spontaneous stop, Velani is an insider tip for anyone who wants to experience Vienna in a down-to-earth and delicious vegan way.

• Schönbrunner Straße 235, 1120 Vienna
• Tue to Fri 16:00-22:30
• Sat 11:30-22:30
• Sun 11:30-20:30
• velani.at
• Main dishes from 16€

Sattva Vegan on Apostelgasse offers Ayurvedic-inspired cuisine that focuses on balanced and nutritious meals. The dishes change daily and are served as a menu with soup, main course, and dessert—prepared mainly from organic and regional ingredients.

The atmosphere is bright and unobtrusive, with an open kitchen that allows guests to watch the fresh dishes being prepared. The dishes harmoniously combine proteins, vegetables, and carbohydrates, for example in the form of teriyaki tofu vegetables, lentil dal, or soothing power soups – completely free of processed convenience foods.

A perfect place for anyone in the center of Vienna who values conscious, healthy eating.

• Apostelgasse 29-31, 1030 Vienna
• Mon to Fri 11:30-16:00
• sattva-vegan.at
• Sarters 4,50€, Main dishes 11,90€, Dessert 3,50€

Vevi presents a purely plant-based interpretation of Vietnamese cuisine at three locations in Vienna—Stollgasse (7th district), Albertgasse (8th district), and Leithastraße (20th district). The changing menu offers familiar dishes such as pho with soy “fish balls” or mushrooms, fresh summer rolls, bún bowls, and crispy bánh mì, complemented by innovative creations of their own. Fresh and regional ingredients are predominantly used.

The bright, modern restaurant has spacious seating areas and an outdoor area. The open kitchen creates a casual atmosphere that invites you to enjoy a relaxed lunch or dinner. The varied selection, authentic flavors, and fair price-performance ratio are particularly appreciated.

• Stollgasse 5, 1070 Vienna
• Albertgasse 51, 1080 Vienna
• Leithastraße 21, 1200 Vienna
• Daily 11:00-21:30
• vevirestaurant.at
• Starters from 5,90€, Main dishes from 13,50€, Dessert from 3,50€

Just a few steps away from the Karmelitermarkt, at Leopoldsgasse 26, Bistro Deppat offers a completely vegan menu. From classic Viennese breakfasts to English variations, the menu includes homemade Kipferl, croissants, waffles, and pancakes.

Founder Rupert Tömböl places great importance on homemade products: bread, pastries, jams, and lemonades are made on site, complemented by carefully selected vegan alternatives such as bacon or ham.

The bright, casual ambiance and open view of the kitchen create a welcoming atmosphere—ideal for enjoying a varied vegan breakfast alone or in company.

• Leopoldgasse 26, 1020 Vienna
• Wed to Sat 9-16
• Sun 09:30-16:00
• bistrodeppat.at
• Breakfast 5-22€

The charming, completely vegan patisserie Chez Fritz offers artfully crafted confections such as tarts, éclairs, croissants, pain au chocolat, cinnamon rolls, tartlets, macarons, and seasonal specialties—all homemade and 100% plant-based.

The pâtisserie combines French baking artistry with plant-based expertise and places great emphasis on attention to detail and high quality that surpasses classic baked goods. The small, stylishly decorated café invites you to enjoy your treats on the spot, while the sweet delicacies are also conveniently packaged to take away.

• Servitengasse 13, 1090 Vienna
• Thu to Fri 10:00-18:00
• Sat 9:00-17:00
• chezfritz.at

Vienna is a showcase for just how varied and delightful vegan cuisine can be – from street food stalls to fine dining and indulgent desserts. The city’s abundance of fully plant-based restaurants, cafés, and ice cream shops makes it clear that vegan eating isn’t just possible, it’s also on-trend. Visitors can explore inventive bowls, vegan schnitzels, beautifully crafted desserts, and sustainable dining concepts – all without compromising on flavor.

 The HOP ON HOP OFF buses from Vienna Sightseeing are ideal for exploring these culinary highlights in a relaxed manner, offering a convenient and flexible way to get off at your favorite places and discover the next vegan treat.