Thin, breaded, and pan-fried veal cutlet.
5 top-rated spots found
Widely considered the 'Home of the Schnitzel' since 1905, this institution is famous for its massive, paper-thin cuts that famously overlap the edges of the plate. While the original Wollzeile location serves pork, the Bäckerstraße branch offers the authentic veal version in a multi-level historic setting.
📍 Bäckerstraße 6, 1010 Wien, Austria · View on Maps
Located in the Grand Ferdinand Hotel, this restaurant turns schnitzel preparation into a performance. Guests can watch chefs pound the meat through a large street-side window and choose their preferred frying fat, elevating the dish to a customizable gourmet experience.
📍 Schubertring 10-12, 1010 Wien, Austria · View on Maps
This bistro-style restaurant offers a cool, artistic alternative to the city's wood-paneled taverns. The schnitzel is frequently cited by local food critics as the best in the city for its exceptional airiness and quality of veal, served under a stunning black-and-white ceiling mural.
📍 Leopoldsgasse 17, 1020 Wien, Austria · View on Maps
A quintessential Viennese 'Wirtshaus' that manages to feel like a neighborhood secret despite its central location. It is beloved by locals for its unpretentious service and consistent, high-quality execution of traditional dishes without the 'museum' feel of older establishments.
📍 Weihburggasse 17, 1010 Wien, Austria · View on Maps
As the casual sibling to the world-renowned Steirereck, the Meierei uses the same elite supply chain for its ingredients. Their schnitzel uses premium milk-fed veal, resulting in a flavor profile that is more delicate and buttery than anywhere else in the city.
📍 Am Heumarkt 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria · View on Maps