I am heading to Pizzi and Cream in Vienna, in search of a quality vegan pizza. 

Judging by the exterior, the place resembles an out-dated seaside village shop. Same feeling as you go inside. Old white tiles cover everything in sight: the floor, the counter and the tables. On the right, you can find 3 really worn-out black eco-leather sofas, plus some wooden chairs around the tables. There is an excessive use of red in both the printed menu found on the table and the one on the wall, reminding you of aggressive advertisements. Turkish music is playing in the background, whose volume is a bit too loud for my taste.

I am feeling sceptical and distrustful. But, I am giving it a try, since I can supervise the chef cooking in the open kitchen. He seems to be a one man show, juggling everything: he takes orders, cooks, serves both pizza and ice cream, and is also able to chat with customers. His attitude made me relax, especially as he is trying hard to find a solution to charge my phone.

Many option on the menu, but not in reality

There is not much to choose from the already prepared pizza. However, the chef invites me to pick up any type of pizza listed on the menu. He then starts preparing it, even though I just wanted a slice or two. I go for the one with mozzarella and spinach. Wow, such a surprise! A generous amount of super stretchy vegan mozzarella enriches the fluffy tasty dough. The spinach is slightly overcooked, reminding me of my mum’s spinach dish which I used to hate as a child. However, to my surprise, the overcooked spinach goes well with the olives, the onions and the cheese. I regret coming here after having such a generous breakfast and right before my booked dinner. I would like to try all the pizza types and there are quite a few.

Despite the general appearance of this place, some elements made me less critique. The napkins are made from recycled paper, they have organic ingredients, and they planted basil in the metal tomato juice cans. 

Out of curiosity, I also get dessert

I eventually decide to try some ice cream as well, so I opt for gingerbread and vanilla. The first mouthful makes me regret having chosen it, since it is way too sweet. However, it’s incredibly creamy for a vegan ice cream and that’s all that matters. I can't wait to reach the black cone, my preferate reason for eating ice cream. I leave with the icecream in my hand, determined to enjoy it in a park. 

I would return to Pizzi and Cream, but only to order takeout.