The history of Vienna’s most famous schnitzel began in 1905, when Johann Figlmüller founded a small tavern behind the cathedral. Right from the start, the schnitzel was what it still is today: a bit bigger, a bit thinner and a bit crisper than the others, and served with the classic potato salad side dish. Figlmüller is still a lovingly run family business. Also just around the corner at Bäckerstrasse 6. Schnitzel paradise.
If you have guests in town who would like to get a taste of the real Viennese schnitzel, no other place beats the Figlmueller. The schnitzel serving is the size of a large pizza, and yet, it tastes so good you will no doubt clean up the plate! Beware that you might need to wait quite a bit to get a table there since the place has long enjoyed its fame and popularity among the Viennese and visitors alike and it gets pretty crowded at dinner time. For a better bet on seats, try the place at Backerstrasse.
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Paul
If you have guests in town who would like to get a taste of the real Viennese schnitzel, no other place beats the Figlmueller. The schnitzel serving is the size of a large pizza, and yet, it tastes so good you will no doubt clean up the plate! Beware that you might need to wait quite a bit to get a table there since the place has long enjoyed its fame and popularity among the Viennese and visitors alike and it gets pretty crowded at dinner time. For a better bet on seats, try the place at Backerstrasse.