No trip to Austria is complete without tasting your way through its rich, traditional cuisine.

Austria’s food is hearty, flavorful, and deeply rooted in history. Influenced by Central European flavors — from Hungarian to Bavarian — Austrian cuisine offers a delicious journey for your taste buds.

1. Wiener Schnitzel

A national icon. This thin, breaded veal or pork cutlet is golden-fried perfection. Usually served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.

2. Sachertorte

A famous Viennese chocolate cake with a layer of apricot jam, best enjoyed at Café Sacher. Dense, rich, and best with whipped cream.

3. Apfelstrudel

This warm apple-filled pastry is a staple in Austrian households. Often served with vanilla sauce or a scoop of ice cream.

4. Käsekrainer

A sausage filled with bits of cheese — found at street stands all over Vienna. Order it “mit scharfem Senf” (with spicy mustard) for the real deal.

5. Tiroler Gröstl

A hearty alpine dish made with pan-fried potatoes, onions, and meat — perfect after a day of hiking or skiing in Tyrol.

6. Kaiserschmarrn

A fluffy, shredded pancake dish dusted with powdered sugar and often served with plum or apple compote. Loved by kids and adults alike.

7. Almdudler

Austria’s signature herbal lemonade. It’s like a local version of ginger ale, but better. Often served as a non-alcoholic refreshment in traditional taverns.

Bonus Tip:
If you’re vegetarian or vegan, Austria’s cities — especially Vienna and Graz — now have a booming plant-based scene with modern takes on traditional dishes.