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Viennese sausage stands 2025: The best gourmet places awarded
Viennese sausage stands will receive awards at the Falstaff event on September 9, 2025 – a celebration of their cultural significance.
Viennese sausage stands 2025: The best gourmet places awarded
On Tuesday, September 9th, 2025, it was that time again: the most popular sausage stands in Vienna were honored in Haus Schottentor. Organized by Falstaff Street Food Guide, the event presented the result of an extensive assessment of 113 sausage stands, 94 of which are located in Vienna.
The Viennese sausage stand culture, which was officially recognized as a UNESCO cultural heritage in 2024, has a long tradition. It originated in the 18th century when the first 'Bratlbraters' began selling warm sausages. These stands are not only restaurants, but also social meeting places that shape the cityscape of Vienna. The operators, often small family businesses, contribute to the emblematic of this culture, which is characterized by an informal atmosphere and specific vocabulary, such as the UNESCO determines.
Double peak and special prices
The “Wiener Würstelstand” in Pfeilgasse leads the rankings, followed by “Bitzinger at the Albertina”. Both received an outstanding 96 points. Special prizes were also awarded for the special commitment and services in the industry:
- Lebenswerk: Vera Tondl, Würstelstand Leo, 9. Bezirk
- Botschafter des Jahres: René Kachlir, Zum scharfen René, 1. Bezirk
- Pop-Up Würstelstand des Jahres: Extra Würstlstand, Donaustadt
- Bestes Weinangebot: Alles Wurscht, 1. Bezirk
In addition, the district winners were awarded prizes, and here too the range of quality was impressive. The best stands from each district received recognition for their special achievements:
| district | Sausage stood | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1st district | Bitzinger at the Albertina | 96 |
| 2nd district | Imperial period | 93 |
| 3rd district | Würstelmausi | 91 |
| 4th district | Sausage was at Südtiroler Platz | 90 |
| 5th district | Sausage box | 91 |
| 6th district | To the Viennese sausage | 93 |
| 7th district | pantry | 93 |
| 8th district | Viennese sausage stood on Pfeilgasse | 96 |
| 9th district | Viennese sausage stood in Spittelau | 93 |
| 10th district | Sausage box | 91 |
| 11th district | Oh wow | 93 |
| 12th District | Checkpoint 10/12 | 89 |
| 13th district | Sausage buffet at Seidl | 89 |
| 14th district | The 49er sausage stood | 91 |
| 15th district | Christian Lange sausage stood | 94 |
| 16th district | 16 original old Viennese sausage stand | 89 |
| 17th district | Hernals sausage stood | 89 |
| 18th District | To Bosnia and Herzegovina | 92 |
| 19th district | Leo Viennese sausage stood | 93 |
| 20th district | Hot corner | 93 |
| 21st district | Wolf's Corner | 90 |
| 22nd district | Extra sausage beach on Danube Island | 92 |
| 23rd district | Maurer sausage stood | 92 |
A look into the future
The Viennese sausage stand culture does not stand still. The Vienna Würstelstand Rally, organized by Falstaff, will take place on September 17th. This event promises not only culinary highlights, but also a platform to further promote exchange and awareness of these cultural treasures.
The sausage stands, which represent the heart of Vienna with their long tradition and unique atmosphere, will continue to thrive on the enthusiasm and humor of the Viennese. The Kulturgut Würstelstand remains a constant companion in the city, whose importance and diversity should also be preserved in the future. As the ORF emphasizes, this is not just a celebration of food, but also of community and Viennese identity.