Café Anzengruber

Café Anzengruber has been a Wieden staple since 1949, though don't let the name fool you—it's evolved from a traditional Viennese coffee house into something much more lively and late-night oriented. The place opens at 4 PM and stays open until 2 AM, which tells you everything you need to know about its current vibe. Inside, you'll find the classic Thonet chairs and marble tables that define a Viennese café, but the energy is pure beisl: loud, casual, and welcoming to everyone from artists to politicians.

The food is the real draw here. Order the Wiener Schnitzel—it's consistently praised as one of the best in the city, served with proper potato or mixed salad. The Rindsgulasch is another standout, rich and hearty with perfect salzerdäpfel on the side. The kitchen runs until 11 PM, so you can grab a proper meal even on a late night out. The wine list features solid Austrian and Croatian options, and the beer selection includes award-winning Trumer Pils and Puntigamer Panther on tap.

What really sets Anzengruber apart is the atmosphere and the crowd. It's a place where you can spend hours chatting with locals, watching the neighborhood come alive. The owner's philosophy is simple: bring people together. Whether you're having a quick beer at the bar or settling in for a full dinner with friends, you'll feel like part of the extended Anzengruber family. It's not fancy, but it's authentic, and that's exactly what makes it special.