Cafe Sperl

Sperl is one of a select group of historic cafes to have survived the twists of time intact. But owing to a location beyond the Ring, it's often less bustling than its peers. And that's very much part of its charm. Sperl is arguably the sleepiest of the lot - the only thing that's missing is a 110 year old doorman (with curling white moustache) recounting anecdotes about the Emperor Franz Joseph. But of course, you can't have everything, and Sperl has more than enough to compensate. Often exuding a melancholic air, Sperl is in mourning for Stefan Zweig and the writers of yesterday.

"I spent one year as exchange student in Vienna back in 2001-2002. I used to go to Cafe Sperl weekly, sometimes daily and I must admit it's very cosy and not full of tourists. I left my heart in there... "

Peter
Finland
Apr.14.2010
Overall rating 5/5

"As far as ambiance goes.....it's fair, I mean you an't eat the ambiance when one is starving. Cafe Central (site of the film) Bride of the Wind is MUCH nicer - enjoy! "

Eileen
United States
Dec.13.2008
Overall rating 1/5

"I was so exited to go there, after all it is oneof the afes that Johann Strauss played his music. It was cold outside and granted we had about 45 minutes till closing. the waiters totally ignored us and after about 40 minutes someone finally ame over to ask if we wanted coffee, when we were all starved. If you insist on visiting this establishment be prepard for total rudeness and waiting for an eternity."

Eileen
United States
Dec.13.2008
Overall rating 1/5

"Beautiful place - full of atmosphere!"

Enrique
Spain
Jan.18.2008
Overall rating 5/5