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“Apfelstrudel I will never forget”
Review of Cafe Central

Cafe Central
Ranked #189 of 6,453 Restaurants in Vienna
Price range: $6 - $20
Cuisines: Austrian, European, German, Cafe
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Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Late Night, Delivery, Reservations
Neighborhood: Inner City
Description: This famous traditional café with its 130 year history was first opened in 1876 and at the turn of the 20th century it was a popular meeting point for leading lights in the world of art, literature, politics and science such as Arthur Schnitzler, Sigmund Freud, Peter Altenberg and Leo Trotzki. Then, like today, the legendary literature café was a meeting point for all ages, regular guests, Viennese locals and visitors. Unique architecture combined with the best coffee specialties, classic Viennese cuisine and finest home-made pastries make every visit a special experience. Daily Live Piano Music from 5pm on! Reservations are strongly recommended to avoid waiting time - upon availability. Many thanks in advance for your understanding!
Reviewed August 30, 2016

Fantastic ambience With live piano play, traditional and effective waiters, and a vibrant Vienna feeling.
Was there one evening around 7 pm as I had a real craving after a Nice apfelstrudel served With icecream. Most places they only serve it With cream, but this place served it With Both a Big splash of whipped cream, and an amazingly tasty scoop of real vanilla ice cream. It was the most perfect unforgettable apfelstrudel I had in Vienna, was the one place I was during my visit I really wanted to come back again and again.

Date of visit: August 2016
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Reviewed August 30, 2016 via mobile

I've tried several of Vienna's historic cafes/coffee houses but Cafe Central is my favourite.

It's grandiose, without being stuffy, and the cakes are exquisite. The Sachertorte is superb but then so was the Truffle cake my friend had.

It's air conditioned (very welcome on a hot day) but unlike most of the other top ten cafes it doesn't have outside seating.

Date of visit: August 2016
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CafeCentralVienna, Leiter Gästebetreuung at Cafe Central, responded to this reviewResponded September 8, 2016

Many thanks for sharing your opinion on Tripadvisor!

We really appreciate your kind words, thank you very much for your recommendation!
We are very delighted that you call our coffeehouse as your favorite.

We are happy that you enjoyed your stay with us & we are looking forward to welcoming you again!

Thank you so much & with best regards from Vienna,
your team from the Café Central

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Reviewed August 29, 2016 via mobile

Best restaurant we ate at in Vienna. Main meal and cakes were delicious. There was an extensive menu for lunch and a huge variety of cakes for dessert. Bookings are essential as the restaurant was full. I loved the food and the ambience of this restaurant.

Date of visit: August 2016
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Reviewed August 29, 2016 via mobile

Good service & delicious food.. there are not much choices but the atmosphere was good.. place is organized well

Date of visit: August 2016
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Reviewed August 29, 2016

When in vienna you have to visit coffee shops and try the cakes. This one is definately not one too miss. Great surroundings, good coffee and amazing cakes.

Ok its a little pricey but you get what you pay for and thats what counts. Defo a place to treat yourself during a day of vienna sightseeing.

Date of visit: April 2016
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