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Food and beverages
At a time when the impacts of climate change and the scarcity of resources are becoming ever more visible, the discourse about the ecological footprint of our diet is gaining more importance. Making the change to a plant-based diet is one of the most effective ways in which we can reduce our ecological footprint. At the University of Vienna, the ‘Verpflegung’ (sustainable meals) working group of the Sustainability Advisory Board is actively promoting food sustainability. It identifies relevant topics, develops recommendations and proposals for measures, and coordinates with responsible stakeholders in order to establish a future-oriented University.
In conversation with the ‘Verpflegung’ working group
The ‘Verpflegung’ (sustainable meals) working group of the Sustainability Advisory Board focuses on food sustainability at the University of Vienna – from cafeteria menu planning to raising awareness. The members of the working group present their goals and current projects in this interview.
To the Interview (in German)
Plant-based food offers at the University of Vienna
Unlike in Germany, there is no statutory obligation in Austria to provide catering services for university staff and students. Nevertheless, the University of Vienna is actively committed to providing an environmentally sustainable range of meals. When planning the canteen menu, these priorities are taken into account both in the selection of operators and in existing partnerships. The aim is to make it as easy as possible for students and staff to choose vegetarian and plant-based meals as part of their everyday university life.
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Lia Canteen at OMP
The Lia Canteen at Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz offers exclusively vegan and vegetarian lunch menus in a cozy atmosphere. The canteen offers a wide range of meals, which are prepared fresh daily. The coffee specialities are a memorable highlight and are prepared from high-quality, fair trade coffee beans.
Nachhaltigkeitsbüro -
Lia Bistro in the hUBB
The Lia Bistro is part of the hUBB, with 550 square metres of space for up to 180 patrons. Here, you can enjoy vegan and vegetarian meals every day.
Bruno Klomfar -
Mensen.at Locations
These canteens offer daily vegetarian and vegan options:
Mensa + Kiosk Kolingasse
Kolingasse 14-16, 1090 WienM-Café Juridicum
Schottenbastei 16, 1010 Wien
M-Café im UZA2
Josef-Haloubekplatz 2, 1090 Wien
Tip
With the ÖH canteen stickers students get a discount on every canteen menu at the University of Vienna.
Events Guidelines
Every year, the University of Vienna hosts numerous internal and external events. Since October 2026, the Events Guidelines have set out binding minimum criteria for these events, including provisions for catering: this is generally vegetarian or vegan; food and drink should primarily be seasonal, regional and organic; and tap water is to be provided.