Bitzinger Würstelstand am Albertinaplatz

The best sausage stand in Vienna, and proof that a Würstelstand can be a genuine institution. Behind the Opera on Albertinaplatz, serving top-quality Käsekrainer and Bratwurst to opera-goers, cab drivers and night owls, open till 4am. Order a Käsekrainer, a beer or a Sekt, and eat standing up.

Key facts

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours?

Open daily, roughly 08:00 to 04:00. That very late close is a big part of the appeal: it's the go-to for a proper bite after the opera, a concert or a night out when kitchens are shut.

Is it good for a quick cheap meal?

Ideal. It's fast, tasty, central and inexpensive, one of the best value bites in the inner city. Perfect between sightseeing or as a late-night refuel when sit-down restaurants have closed.

How is it different from other Würstelstände?

The quality. Bitzinger uses better sausages and its own developed recipes, and the location by the Opera gives it a mixed crowd of tourists, locals and night workers. It's the sausage stand even food snobs respect.

Can I really get champagne at a sausage stand?

Yes, and it's part of the fun. Bitzinger famously serves Sekt (sparkling wine) alongside its sausages, so opera crowds pair a Käsekrainer with a glass of bubbles. It's a very Viennese high-low ritual.

What should I order?

The Käsekrainer, a pork sausage oozing melted cheese, is the signature and the one to get, ideally 'a Eitrige' in dialect. Have it with sweet mustard, a slice of bread and a pickle. A Bosna or Currywurst are also solid.

Do they take cards?

They generally do take cards now, but cash is always safe at a sausage stand and speeds up the queue. Have a few euros ready, especially late at night when it's busy. [DRAFT - verify card acceptance]

How much does a sausage cost?

Expect around 5-6 euros for a sausage with bread and mustard, though prices creep up; some loaded items and combos run higher. Add a beer or a glass of Sekt and it's still a cheap, high-quality meal by central-Vienna standards. [DRAFT - verify current prices]

Is it standing only?

Essentially yes. It's a classic Würstelstand with narrow shelves to lean on, no proper seating. That's normal and expected; you order at the hatch, eat standing, and move on. Part of the authentic street-food experience.

Nearby in Ask Vienna

• Albertina MuseumAttraction0.05 km · 1 min walk
• Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper)Attraction0.11 km · 1 min walk
• Kaisergruft (Imperial Crypt)Attraction0.19 km · 2 min walk
• BurggartenPark0.2 km · 2 min walk
• Hofburg (Imperial Palace)Attraction0.31 km · 4 min walk