Gerstner K. u. K. Hofzuckerbäcker is a café and restaurant at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, with indoor and outdoor seating for a break between palace visits. Stop for coffee and a classic Austrian sweet: apple strudel and Kaiserschmarrn are among the menu highlights. You can also order Wiener schnitzel if you want a proper meal. The setting is elegant, and the terrace is a pleasant choice in warm weather. Prices can be high, so come for a relaxed sit-down rather than a quick, low-cost coffee.
A pastry house with a long Vienna history
Gerstner began as a small pastry shop in 1847. By 1873, it supplied desserts to the Opera House and the royal family, and Vienna’s high society gathered there for cakes and pastries. Empress Elisabeth was among its regular customers.
The Schönbrunn branch brings the Gerstner name to the palace grounds. Here, the draw is a sit-down pause over coffee, cake or a meal.
What to order at Schönbrunn
For a sweet stop, the menu includes apple strudel, Kaiserschmarrn and Sachertorte. Coffee options include cappuccino, and hot chocolate is available too. If you are hungry, Wiener schnitzel is one of the savoury choices; spinach soup is another.
There is seating outside as well as an elegant dining room indoors. In summer, the terrace has cooling water. If you are sharing food, extra plates can be brought for the table.
FAQ
Where is Gerstner at Schönbrunn Palace?
It is at Schloss Schönbrunn, Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47/Kavalierstrakt 52, Vienna.
What should I order at Gerstner Schönbrunn?
Apple strudel and Kaiserschmarrn are popular choices. The menu also includes Sachertorte, Wiener schnitzel, cappuccino and hot chocolate.
Does Gerstner Schönbrunn have outdoor seating?
Yes. There is a terrace, with cooling water available there in summer.
