Brunch: Relative Pozsonyi

Welcome to Relative Pozsonyi, Pozsonyi Street’s latest culinary star, where you can experience the EggDrop, a Korean toasted brioche sensation. This brunch hotspot serves up artisanal brioche sandwiches layered with cream cheese and fluffy omelette, and toppings such as melted cheddar, ripe avocado, salmon, prosciutto or fresh veggies, rounded off with a secret vegan mayo sauce. If you’re in a rush, grab a soup and bagel combo deal with a coffee to go, and embark on your day’s journey fuelled by Relative Pozsonyi!

1137 Budapest, Pozsonyi út 16. | Facebook

Hungarian: ADAM Bistro

Former sous chef at the late Société and third-place winner of the 2020 Bocuse d’Or, Zsolt Haraszti is determined to restore the former glory of Hungarian cooking. To achieve this goal, he doesn’t shy away from delving into grandma’s recipe book, reimagining familiar favourites using top-quality ingredients and bringing them to our plates in the 21st century. The result of this noble endeavour is ADAM Bistro, which, among other things, battles modern mediocrity with dishes like paprika chicken, game stew, and green pea pottage, demonstrating that classics never go out of fashion.

1013 Budapest, Lánchíd utca 7-9. | Facebook

Street Food: Tölcsibe

Experience a culinary delight like no other at Tölcsibe, your go-to street food destination in both Buda and Pest. They’ve taken the humble chicken wrap to new heights by serving it in a savoury waffle cone, packed with either tender chicken or a vegetarian-friendly jackfruit option. Each cone is packed with crispy fries, tortilla chips, fresh veggies, and special sauces, all made with secret spices. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely spring walk or simply have a craving for something tasty, Tölcsibe’s inventive offerings are too good to resist.

1077 Budapest, Wesselényi utca 23.

1111 Budapest, Budafoki út 16. | Facebook

BBQ: Petrol Beer & BBQ

If you’re a fan of smoky flavours and zesty craft beers, Petrol Beer & BBQ is an absolute must-visit. From their reimagined BBQ dishes to cheesy delights like truffle fried mac and cheese bites and extra cheesy baked potatoes, there’s something for everyone at this new wave BBQ sanctuary. More than an eatery, the impressive food selection is perfectly complemented by a range of local craft beers, making your dining experience truly unforgettable. Whether you’re a meat lover or a beer buff, Petrol promises a culinary adventure that’s worth every mouthful.

1085 Budapest, József körút 35. | Facebook

Coffee with a View: Steamhouse Café

Perched on the upper floor of the Batthyány Square Market Hall, Steamhouse Café takes the breathtaking panorama of the Danube to soaring new heights. With a promise of freshly roasted coffee and unique brews, the coffee house beckons you to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing view of the Hungarian Parliament, all while delighting in your chosen beverage within an invigorating ambiance. Should your visit extend beyond a fleeting coffee break, don’t hesitate to pair your drink with a scrumptious breakfast treat – a pleasure that’s bound to be amplified in this extraordinary setting.

1011 Budapest, Batthyány tér 5-6. | Facebook

Fusion: Balagan

We find Balagan located on the first floor of Akácfa Street’s irreplaceable Mazel Tov restaurant. Conceived in the spirit of organized chaos, its menu spans national cuisines, elevating the most exciting characteristics of Israeli and Eastern European culinary arts to a new level, manifested in appetizing mezze and shareable small plates. A daring drink list complements the contemporary fusion menu, with cocktail glasses filled to the brim with personal mixology experiments and a medley of Middle Eastern impressions, all served with impeccable service that lasts until the very end of your visit.

1072 Budapest, Akácfa utca 47. | Facebook

World Cuisine: Flava Kitchen&More

Plunge into the mesmerizing universe of Flava Kitchen&More, a pulsating urban sanctuary nestled near Szabadság Square. Surrender to an irresistible vortex of international tastes, ranging from authentic Hungarian dishes to exotic North African, Latin American, and Far Eastern gastronomic treasures. Escape the winter chill as you indulge in Flava’s bold and imaginative cocktails, served in a lush, inviting setting. Let your palate lead the way through the restaurant’s vibrant menu, showcasing tantalizing offerings like succulent chicken kofta, char-grilled octopus, soul-warming ramen, and decadent nougat babka.

1051 Budapest, Október 6. utca 26. | Facebook

Winter Garden: Bereg Embassy Bar & Cafe

Tucked away in the charming courtyard of Hattyúház, Bereg Embassy Bar & Cafe is a captivating retreat that encapsulates the essence of Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg County. Run by two siblings native to the region, this hidden gem offers a tranquil atmosphere complemented by hearty meals crafted from premium ingredients and an exceptional selection of drinks. Indulge in a shot of Talléros pálinka, savour the garden’s signature burger, or curl up with a good bock and a cup of coffee in the comfort of a heated igloo for a truly magical experience.

1015 Budapest, Batthyány utca 49/B | Facebook

Madhouse

Madhouse, the gastropub of one of Hungary’s favourite craft breweries has opened its doors in downtown’s Anker köz, following the departure of Scottish brewery and pub chain BrewDog. The industrial interior gives home to 25 beer taps, from which you can taste several of Mad Scientist’s flagship products, in addition to the guest brews of a number of Hungarian and international craft beer producers. Besides what’s available on tap, you can choose from a variety of canned and bottled beers, natural wines, and spirits, and dine on the brilliant bistro dishes of chef Norbert Piszkor, such as the new wave Goulash with beef neck cooked in the New York Moccacino milk stout.

1061 Budapest, Anker köz 1-3.

Cinema City Mammut VIP

For a long time, when you were craving a five-star cinema experience, you had to go all the way to Pest’s Arena Mall – but not anymore! Cinema City, Hungary’s market-leading movie theatre chain has opened Buda’s first VIP cinema in the popular Mammut shopping mall. The VIP section comprises three separate screening rooms, including the region’s largest capacity VIP room, complete with an enormous 63 square meters movie screen. Mammut VIP takes the movie-going experience to the next level with adjustable leather armchairs, unlimited buffet offers and freshly prepared dishes that you can enjoy in the cozy lobby.

1024 Budapest, Lövőház utca 2-6.

Sandwich Heaven

It’s 2020, fast food is no longer synonymous with junk food, as shown by Budapest’s ever-growing number of fast food joints focusing on healthy options. In downtown’s Sandwich Heaven, they offer freshly-made sandwiches garnished with a variety of delicious locally sourced ingredients which you can get in five different types of bread (from bagel to baguette). In addition, this self-service sandwich shop awaits those looking for a well-balanced, healthy diet with a daily changing assortment of salads, bio-organic soups, heavenly desserts, a wide range of beverages made from natural ingredients, British tea specialties and Illy coffee.

1054 Budapest, Bank utca 6.

Szék Restaurant & Bar

Szidónia Varga of RTL Klub’s Kitchen Chef has never tried to hide the fact that closest to her heart and stomach are the flavours, traditions and values of the Székely Land. Together with chef Sebestyén Réti and restaurant manager Andrea Kemenczei, she has opened the opulent Andrássy út’s newest venue, the homely Szék Restaurant & Bar. Szék’s main mission is to bridge the gap between Hungarian and Transylvanian gastronomy, and they aim to achieve this goal with such heart-warming dishes as ciorba soup with veal dumplings, cabbage stuffed with eggplant, mici garnished with homemade zacusca and spicy cabbage salad, as well as polenta with matured cheese, mushrooms and Transylvanian bacon.

1061 Budapest, Andrássy út 41.

Múzsa

It is under the 114 years old magnificent glass dome of the Gresham Palace, one of Budapest’s art nouveau gems that you can find the city’s newest cocktail bar, the Great Gatsby-esque Múzsa. The elegance of the belle époque interiors and the playfulness of the handcrafted cocktails, combined with the Hungarian-Asian fusion kitchen add up to a truly unique place whose alluring nature is further enhanced by the classy afternoon tea sessions and the cabaret style live music performances held during the weekend. Among Múzsa’s locally inspired cocktail creations you can find everything from low-alcohol smoothness to more kicking, bitter options.

1051 Budapest, Széchenyi tér 5-6.

Onno Sandwich Bar

It’s an old adage, but it’s true: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This is also the credo of Onno, Budapest’s first authentic Turkish sandwich bar. Onno is located on the corner of Király utca and Nagykörút, enticing weary-eyed, empty-stomached passers-by with a neat selection of Turkish and international style breakfast options, traditionally prepared Turkish coffee, as well as wraps, special burgers, pulled beef sandwich, bulgur salad and a handful of desserts, from 8 in the morning to 7 in the evening.

1073 Budapest, Erzsébet körút 56.

Babka Deli

Babka Budapest has been welcoming the lovers of Middle Eastern cuisines and gourmets interested in the flavours of Turkish, Israeli, Arabic, Armenian and Georgian gastronomy in the heart of the city’s Újlipótváros neighbourhood for almost five years now. Their recently opened Buda unit is first and foremost a deli shop, where you can find a carefully put-together choice of fine wines, coffee from Szekszárd’s Lucky Cap roastery, craft beers and bakery goods, in addition to mouth-watering mezze selections accompanied by compact gin-tonic pairings. Don’t have time to drop in? Don’t worry, they also do home deliveries.

1117 Budapest, Móricz Zsigmond körtér 7.

Katica Kávéház és Delikátesz

Katica has been a staple of Stefánia út on and off for almost 70 years. Having gone on a small hiatus, the beloved café famous for its Italian-style coffee and filling breakfasts has returned to business with a new profile: besides the daily lunch menus, the venue now offers all the amenities you can find at a downtown deli shop, from French baguettes and bakery products through gluten-free pastries, New Zealand wines, Czech craft beers, Hungarian fruit jams, cheese and pesto specialties, all the way to Greek products, whose presence is explained by the fact that the neighbourhood is home to a sizable Greek community.

1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 39.

Art Cafe Muse

Bródy Sándor utca’s Painters Palace, which has been one of the main hangouts of Budapest’s artist community ever since its opening in 2016, has just welcomed its little brother next door! Overlooking the quaint Gutenberg tér, Art Cafe Muse entices guests with the same stylish interior design and laid-back atmosphere, but has a completely different offering. While at bohemian Painters Palace you can master the art of creative writing or figure drawing, sitting at one of the hard-wood tables of Art Cafe Muse, you can draw inspiration from a nice cup of ristretto or a glass of fine wine.

1088 Budapest, Bródy Sándor utca 27.

Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel Budapest

Although Nagymező utca’s Hard Rock Hotel is yet to be opened, its luxurious restaurant named Sessions is already making waves on the flavourful sea of Budapest gastronomy. The venue’s menu was put together by executive chef Tamás Lipták and sous chef István Sziszik, whose duo has a shared professional past in the culinary arts that goes back to 15 years. Most of the dishes are prepared from top-quality Hungarian ingredients, yet are tailored to more international tastes, while the cocktail creations of Dominican mixologist George Valdez pay tribute to famous Hungarians, such as Ferenc Liszt, Ernő Rubik and Houdini.

1065 Budapest, Nagymező utca 38.

Dobka Bistro

Voted in 2018 as Hungary’s best street food venue, Cupákos has decided to ditch its name and its menu composed solely of meaty dishes and reinvented itself as a refreshingly bold bistro aimed at true culinary connoisseurs. Helmed by chef Ákos Tasnádi, the same man who was responsible for Cupákos’ success, the kitchen of Dobka Bistro is a veritable melting pot of world cuisines, serving dishes like vegetable consommé with wakame and matzo balls, pearl barley risotto garnished with green peas and Lyon onions, and the knuckle of pork confited in beer, served with mashed potatoes and fermented vegetables.

1074 Budapesdt, Dob utca 31.

Frida

Although we don’t have statistics on this, we strongly suspect that in terms of the number of cafés per capita Újlipótváros beats every other neighbourhood in Budapest. Frida is the latest addition to Pozsonyi út’s ever-growing list of coffee places, which stands out from the crowd with its spacious and cheerful interior and simply flawless pizzas, made in a wood-fired oven. Besides the Italian classic, you can quench your appetite with light sandwiches and hearty salads, as well as delicious cheese and cold cut platters.

1137 Budapest, Pozsonyi út 23.

Anton

Located on the corner of Bródy and Horánszky utca, Anton is a new wave coffee shop and artisanal bread empire, where you can sip on the fine roasts of Hungarian roastery Casino Mocca and London’s Dark Arts, revitalize yourself with a heavenly matcha latte, or meet your carb macros (complete with vegan and vegetarian options) with the freshly-baked products of Tripoli Bakery. So, what does the counter of Anton has to offer? Besides the venue’s highly addictive sourdough bread, it has something different to surprise your tastes buds with every day: we recommend you to try Anton’s amazing vanilla-rhubarb tart, its toothsome vegan hazelnut cake, and its out-of-this-world pistachio croissant.

1088 Budapest, Bródy Sándor utca 23/A

Moxva Kert

Hiding in the north-western corner of Széll Kálmán tér, Moxva Garden runs a Central and Eastern European kitchen and serves two-course lunch menus during the day, and charms its guests with a great selection of beers during the night. There is a total of six beer types available on tap, and almost fifty more in the fridge. Most of the bottles and cans come from Hungarian craft breweries, but you can find a number of German, Polish and Czech specialities as well. Don’t be discouraged by the lack of an outdoor terrace, the sturdy walls of Moxva Garden shelter a spacious inner courtyard, perfect for larger gatherings and birthday parties.

1024 Budapest, Széll Kálmán tér 8.

Pasta Head Budapest

Pasta, prosecco on-tap, and one of the most beautiful neo-renaissance buildings of the country right next door – what more do you need to feel like you’re in Italy? Neighbouring the Opera House, Pasta Head Budapest offers the authentic Italian flavours fast: the venue opened its doors in early September, awaiting the lovers of Italian cuisine and prosecco with daily changing classic pasta dishes (ranging from the beefy Bolognese and spicy Napoli to the exquisite Vercelli, garnished with chicken, toasted pine nuts and pesto), bubbly frizzante wine, and surprisingly wallet-friendly prices.

1065 Budapest, Hajós utca 21.

Café Brunch Fővám tér

The newest member of the Café Brunch chain (renowned for their diverse and yummy all-day breakfast options) is situated on Fővám tér, right across the iconic building of Great Market Hall. Here you can sate all of your stomach’s cravings: go for the healthy granola with fresh fruit and yoghurt, grab a grilled egg salad bagel, or choose Café Brunch’s trademark scrambled eggs, served with fresh salad and homemade bread. Are you on a special diet? Worry not, Café Brunch has a wide selection of gluten-free, vegan and paleo options, including cakes, pastries, salads and soups.

1056 Budapest, Fővám tér 2-3.

Vokál Rock Bistro

Located in the city’s Újbuda neighbourhood, the gothic-metal style Vokál Rock Bistro is an easy going gastro pub with a premium kitchen, serving sophisticated lunch menus on the weekdays, and offering a top-quality drink sortiment (made up of Hungarian and international specialties) in the afternoon and on weekends. Vokál’s cuisine is characterized by the use of seasonal ingredients and modern kitchen technologies, as well as boundless creativity when it comes to garnishing your plate, and uniquely flavored dishes, ranging from steak tartare and goulash soup to ewe cheese noodles.

1111 Budapest, Lágymányosi utca 19.

Spicy Fish Budapest Corvin

The downtown restaurant of Monori Center’s renowned Spicy Fish has opened its doors in the middle of January, offering the best of authentic Chinese cuisine in a modern, light, and urban environment, just behind Corvin Plaza. From Hong Kong’s popular summer rolls and the spicy, tender, and thick Mao Xue Wang (a dish comprised of duck blood, tripe, and luncheon meats) to the world-renowned spicy fish of Sichuan, the venue boasts a lengthy list of appetizing items, including Japanese and Korean specialties, accompanied by pictures for a more informed decision.

1082 Budapest, Corvin sétány 3.

GM Base Street Food

Situated in one of the side streets nearby Keleti railway station, GM Base Street Food is Hungary’s first street food restaurant offering only sandwiches which are free of gluten, GMO, added sugars, soy, and red meat. Born as a result of founder and chef Viktor Knoll’s Celiac disease, the tiny eatery’s ever-expanding allergen-free selection is made up of a dozen different burgers, a wide variety of delicious sandwiches, fries, waffles and pancakes, filling both your salty and sweet needs. If you want to lead a more healthy diet without giving up on the marvel that is fast food, drop by GM Base!

1078 Budapest, Murányi utca 11.

Nebuta

Born of a desire to master the Japanese pursuit of perfection and demonstrate the surprising variety of Japanese cuisine, Nebuta pays tribute to three traditional fares of the Far Eastern country: ramen soup, katsu (an umbrella term for all sorts of breaded meats), and gyoza. The spacious, bright, modern interiors and the flavorful, richly colored, flashy dishes complement each other wonderfully, filling every moment spent at Nebuta with calm harmony. The quality ingredients, quick service, Nebuta’s short but exciting menu, and a number of heavenly desserts ensure a memorable culinary experience.

1066 Budapest, Nyugati tér 1.

ÁlomCake Dessert Manufactory

Located a stone’s throw away from Zugló’s Bosnyák tér, ÁlomCake brings the standards and flavors of downtown pastry shops to the sticks of Pest: this cozy little confectionery will seduce your taste buds with its mouth-watering selection of artistically crafted cakes, pastries, and baked goods, all freshly made by hand. Prepared from premium ingredients and with respect to all of the current dietary trends, ÁlomCake is well-worth the bus ride whether you’d like to nibble on scrumptious macarons, spend a lazy Sunday afternoon eating a slice of pistachio cake, or surprise your loved ones with a unique chocolate gift set.

1147 Budapest, Telepes utca 10.

Tsuru Sushi

Found in the grandiose Food Loft of Árkád Shopping Mall, Tsuru Sushi presents guests with a flavorsome fusion of traditional and modern Japanese cuisine through a carefully put together menu of soups, sushi and sweets, including the hearty Chiang Mai noodle soup, Tsuru’s very own Flamed Dragon sushi specialty (composed of cucumber, asparagus, avocado, carrot, scorched salmon, eel, teriyaki, and Japanese mayo), and the chocolate-banana flavored mochi. In addition, the restaurant offers a number of Japanese beer brands, making it a great place to recover from an exhausting day of shopping.

1106 Budapest, Árkád Shopping Mall

Crunchy

Opened by the man responsible for Hungary’s hamburger revolution, at the new venue of Zing-founder Ádám Susánszky, everything revolves around southern fried chicken. Prepared from sustainably raised free-range chicken in Nashville style, the wings, drumsticks and chicken breasts offered at Újbuda’s newest street food joint are coated in a crunchy layer of spicy breadcrumbs, and can be ordered with a variety of sauces and garnishes, from pickles and apple cider coleslaw to waffles and jalapeno mac & cheese. For the full Southern experience, ask for a 3-piece box with extra hot dredge and a good ol’ Dr. Pepper to soothe your throat between bites. Believe us, you’ll need it.

1117 Budapest, Kőrősy József utca 7.

Budapest Wrecking Room

Ever felt so angry that you just wanted to wreck stuff until all that rage pent up inside of you has left your system? At Budapest Wrecking Room, the country’s first rage room designed to give people an outlet for getting rid of stress in a destructive but safe manner, you’re more than welcome to do that! You and your friends can choose from several packages depending on how many bottles and electronic devices you want to smash to smithereens. Weapons and protective gear are included in the prices. Contact the staff of Budapest Wrecking Room to ask for a custom package!

1065 Budapest, Podmaniczky utca 19.

Aum Restaurant

1033 Budapest, Flórián tér 6-9.

Located inside the Flórián Department Store in Óbuda, Aum Restaurant is named after the most sacred syllable in Hinduism, referring to the soul and the self within, and the ultimate reality, truth, supreme spirit, cosmic principles, and knowledge. Combining the flavours of Thai cuisine and Hungarian cooking with the latest culinary technologies, Aum is running a progressive Asian fusion kitchen, offering spectacular and exciting dishes such as duck rillette with Vietnamese spring roll and quinoa, pho made with a French press, and the completely reinvented hunter’s stew.

MyCanteen Self-Service Restaurant

1132 Budapest, Váci út 70.

The reliable and inexpensive MyCanteen self-service restaurant chain welcomes another member into its ranks in the form of its new Váci út joint. Found halfway between Nyugati Railway Station and Árpád bridge on the Váci út office corridor, the most developed business area of the city, the kitchen of MyCanteen is aimed at the hungry white collar workers of the neighbourhood, who want to stuff their bellies full with hearty dishes in the shortest possible time. Choose from four menu options daily, or pick one of the delicious permanent offers.

Emma

1116 Budapest, Vegyész utca 1-5.

Emma’s cake shop is the latest gem of Budapest’s ever growing confectionery scene, offering a wide range of sweet treats, including vegan, sugar-, lactose- and gluten-free desserts, cakes, and pastries. The creative confections are made from quality ingredients, without preservatives or flavour enhancers, resulting in homely tastes, and a lasting impression on your taste receptors. Besides supplying the sweet-toothed masses with gorgeous and healthy cakes, Emma also puts an emphasis on the protection of the environment, only using recyclable paper and compostable materials for its takeaway packaging.

Metropolis Coffee & Bagel

1111 Budapest, Lágymányosi utca 17/a

What’s better than having a heavenly pick-me-up on your way to work or university? Pair it up with a perfect, fresh, and authentic bagel. At Újbuda neighbourhood’s tiny Metropolis, you can choose from eight different bagels, ranging from the plain New York bagel served with Philadelphia cream cheese to the more nutritious BLT or salmon versions, as well as light and crispy salads, a number of invigorating specialties (including the pink beetroot latte) and some of the best coffees in the city. Start your day as a real New Yorker at Metropolis Coffee & Bagel!

Pléz

1036 Budapest, Csemete utca 10.

The area around Kolosy tér abounds with office buildings, and for a long time it was in awful need of a place where desk workers could drop by for a quick and healthy fix to end the growling of their appetite. It looks like that the prayers of local ad agency folks have finally been heard: Pléz offers beautiful sandwiches and generously topped salads, sold in stylish paper boxes, smoothies available in a variety of colours and flavours, as well as wraps, juices, infused water, pastries, and coffee specialties. If you like to live healthy and eat smart, grab a bite at Pléz!

Wall Street Bistro

1073 Budapest, Erzsébet krt. 30.

In recent years, the Ground Boulevard has become one long pub-row, with more bars found per square kilometre than anywhere else in the city. Opened under the banner of the Legjobbkocsma pub franchise, Wall Street Bistro is the most recent addition to this never-sleeping part of Budapest, awaiting guests everyday between 10 AM and 4 AM with great drink deals, an extensive wine list, free Wi-Fi, and spacious interiors. In case you’re looking for someplace cosy, cheap, and central to get the night started, Wall Street Bistro is a safe bet.

Eber

1121 Budapest, Zugligeti út 64.

Back in the 19th century, the Zugliget neighbourhood of Budapest was home to close to 60 restaurants: but the green slopes and thick forests not only attracted hikers and hungry guests – they also housed a considerable amount of boars, whose descendants still roam the nearby woodlands. The wild animal is referred to in both the name and logo of Eber, Zugliget’s latest and most sublime-looking confectionery, which moved in to the beautifully renovated horse tram terminal in the middle of March. Whether you crave divine artisanal breads, hedonistic cakes, or dessert cups, Eber will satisfy all your needs.

Zeya Restaurant

1051 Budapest, Sas utca 4.

Situated in the heart of downtown Budapest, just a stone’s throw away from the impressive dome of St. Stephen’s Basilica, Zeya Restaurant presents guests with a wide range of barbecue dishes, stylish interiors, as well as a few international favourites, including Thai coconut curry soup, duck liver brulée, and fresh fish straight from the market. The meaty section of the menu features succulent steaks, juicy burgers, char-grilled duck breast, beef ribs, Hungarian gray cattle goulash and more, leaving your taste buds yearn for an encore of the exquisite culinary experience right after you walk out Zeya’s doors.

BrewDog Budapest

1061 Budapest, Anker köz 1-3.

After opening tap bars all over Europe from Rome to Helsinki and Berlin, Scottish craft beer company BrewDog has finally made its way to Budapest. Founded by two friends in 2007, BrewDog now employs more than 1,000 people in 46 bars, supplying the world with extraordinary beers in a range of flavours. BrewDog’s first Central European bar opened its doors in place of the former Anker Klub at the end of last year, bringing a first-rate selection of craft beers from all over the world to Budapest’s beer aficionados, as well as a range of delicious bar food, including hamburgers, hot wings, and hotdogs.

Kuszkusz

1136 Budapest, Hollán Ernő utca 18.

Located in the lively but familial Újlipótváros neighbourhood of the city, Kuszkusz is the most recent addition to Budapest’s ever-growing conscious cooking scene. The tiny space predetermined the venue’s role as a take-away food joint, but the guys running the place still managed to cram three seats and a small table inside. Kuszkusz serves a variety of healthy dishes ranging from meaty to vegan fares including gluten-, lactose-, and sugar-free options. Whether you opt for a fresh celery kebab, a couscous pie or a chickpea chicken ragout, you’ll walk away satisfied. Kudos for the biodegradable takeaway boxes, cutleries and napkins!

Vaslap

1074 Budapest, Dohány utca 59.

If you’re out and about exploring the secret treasures of the Jewish District, make sure to drop by Vaslap, the latest newcomer to the area’s street food milieu. Found only a stone’s throw away from the stately New York Palace, Vaslap’s specialties are its griddle-cooked craft burgers, which we can safely say are amongst the best in town. The price of burgers ranges between 1200 and 1950 HUF, depending on which variety (schnitzel, chicken, beef, fried feta cheese, the house burger, or salmon) you ask for. For an additional 600 HUF you can upgrade your meal with a beverage and fries.

Pillangó Kávézó

1035 Budapest, Vörösvári út 37.

Although downtown Pest and parts of inner Buda (mainly in the vicinity of Gellért tér and Széll Kálmán tér) are teeming with great breakfast cafés, the same cannot be said about the Hungarian capital’s oldest part, Óbuda. Hopefully, the opening of Pillangó Kávézó will change all this. Located at Vörösvári út on the ground floor of a 10-storey block of flats, it is easily accessible by tram nr. 1, and awaits customers with a slew of wallet-friendly sandwiches, pastries, cakes, as well as coffee, tea, retro hamburgers, and egg options. Open between 10 AM and 6 PM.

Tibidabo Gluten-Free Bakery

1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 11.

Are you having trouble with achieving your New Year’s Resolutions? If a healthier lifestyle is still amongst your goals for 2019, you might consider visiting Tibidabo Gluten-Free Bakery, located close to Astoria on Rákóczi út. Besides offering a wide range of sandwiches, gourmet products, cakes, bakery products, lactose- and dairy-free yogurts, handmade breads, and freshly pressed orange juice, you can also rely on the helpful and well-versed staff of Tibidabo to give you guidance and encouragement on how to lead a more healthful life.

EcoOffice

1064 Budapest, Izabella utca 68.

EcoOffice is downtown Budapest’s latest coworking community space, found only a couple of blocks away from Oktogon, inside a historic apartment building. Designed following environmentally friendly principles, EcoOffice provides freelance office workers with inspiring surroundings, meeting and conference rooms, laptop for rent, free coffee, and a great community composed of like-minded, entrepreneurial people. A monthly subscription to the green-walled office space only costs 40,000 HUF, while a one-day pass goes for 3,000 HUF.

Vapiano Downtown

1051 Budapest, Vörösmarty tér 3.

German restaurant chain Vapiano has recently opened its fifth venue on Vörösmarty tér, at the intersection of Budapest’s two most popular shopping streets, Váci utca and Deák Ferenc utca. Vapiano Downtown is housed inside a 108-years old luxury department store, designed by architects Kálmán Giergl and Flóris Korb in Art Nouveau style, and awaits guests with the chain’s very first wine bar, as well as a 18 m2 living-and-breathing green wall, in addition to the usual Vapiano fare: salads, soups, risotto, pizza, and pasta specialties, prepared from high quality ingredients.

Find Food One

1078 Budapest, István utca 5. 

Just a stone throw away from the beautiful Rózsák tere, the István utca eatery is awaiting you with mouth-watering breakfast offers, an ever-changing lunch menu, delicious sandwiches, outstanding soups, desserts, coffee and tea specialties, and alternative caffeine sources. It’s a place where everything is lactose free, and there are numerous vegan, vegetarian, diary and gluten free options on the menu to choose from. Bring your animals along, or order online! Find Food One has also joined “Take me home” Foundation’s initiative supporting shelter dogs by creating a virtual menu. Add an extra virtual meal to your cart (it won’t be delivered) to help homeless puppies. Find out more here: netpincer.hu.

Attaboy Street Food Bistro

1075 Budapest, Síp utca 4. 

Located in Síp utca, Attaboy Street Food Bistro is awaiting you and your four-legged friend with special hamburgers, ever-changing limited offers, thin crust pizza, fresh salads and heavenly desserts. The homely eatery delivers the best, high-quality street food to your table reimagined with a special ‘Attaboy’ twist. From American classics to gourmet food creations, you’ll find everything your taste buds desire. Are you vegetarian or you have special dietary needs? Don’t worry, Attaboy supplies all your needs. Meat-free specialties and diet-friendly options are also available. Wait no more, head to Síp utca and put Attaboy’s delicious meals to test! All pups are welcome!

Anker’t

1061 Budapest, Paulay u 33.

Looking for the hippest spot in Budapest where all the rad faces of the city chill in their skinniest jeans and wayfarer-style shades while sipping cool and colourful cocktails? You don’t have to go any further than Paulay Ede utca’s Anker’t to dive into the chic Hungarian ruin pub atmosphere. Just order a drink or two at the 8-meters long bar and lay back in the 800 square meters outdoor area, or if you feel like grabbing a bite, don’t miss out on their hearty hot-dogs or homemade beef burgers, both as delicious as they are enormous. In case you want something meat-free, go for the vegan pizzas of vegazzi, the city’s best plant-based Neapolitan pizzeria. Dogs are obviously allowed.

BB’z Bar & Grill

1075 Budapest, Király utca 15. 

Király utca’s dog-friendly venue takes animal protection very seriously: BB’z Bar & Grill has already organized charity events in the past to support stray dogs, shelter pups and injured animals through fundraising. Guests can also get involved with these projects by ordering from the virtual dog menu, making it a ‘two birds with one stone’ situation: while feeding themselves on BB’z delicacies they are able to support a good cause. BB’z is one of the best possible choices if you are looking for a great pup-friendly place, as the bar provides their four-legged guests with comfy dog beds, treats, fresh water and a welcoming atmosphere. Visit BB’z Sunday Brunch and enjoy the DJ-show!

Bistro Fine

1061 Budapest, Andrássy út 8. 

Are you looking for a casual, friendly yet sophisticated place to spend a tasty lunch or a nice dinner at? There’s a restaurant, where all the aforementioned factors come together. Bistro Fine’s tempting menu offers a quick culinary trip around the world with flavourful Hungarian and international specialties, but a great selection of fine wine is also available. Their unique ‘Enomatic’ wine dispensing system allows you to taste numerous wine specialties. When creating their mouth-watering meals they don’t forget about special dietary needs and aim at creating creative, colourful and delicious meals to impress your taste buds even if you live gluten and lactose-free. Pup-friendly!

Double Shot 2

1053 Budapest, Veres Pálné utca 33.

The beloved coffee shop of Pozsonyi út had a little brother last May in Veres Pálné utca, nearby Kálvin tér. The 100% dog-friendly place offers delicacies for the whole day: breakfast dishes such as Eggs Benedict with salmon and American pancake with fresh fruits until 12am, a great variety of soups, pastas and pizzas for lunch, and tapas and salads to end the day well. Still, they put emphasis on their quality coffees that is made with their own special technology. They are always double that allows them to show you their unique coffee science.

Kuzin Bar

1074 Budapest, Dohány utca 7. 

Situated just a stone throw away from the Great Synagogue, Kuzin Bar’s charm lies in friendliness and hospitality. Other than that, their wide range of beverages (long drinks, wine, Checz Budweiser, new wave beer specialties) and divine street food offers are also worth a mention. Once you are there, Kuzin’s staff will guide you through the brew adventure by introducing their numerous beer types. The popular venue gives home to many fun events of which we highly recommend the quiz parties, but the bar also serves as a great spot for a memorable birthday celebration or a Christmas gathering with friends or colleagues. The best thing is that you got to enjoy these moments with your furry friend!

Hard Rock Cafe is known for great food, and with good reason. Each of our dishes are made in house using fresh ingredients and local flavors. From our juicy Legendary® Burgers to our handmade cocktails, we have reputation for serving only the tastiest meals.

After enjoying an evening of good food with family and friends, don’t forget to stop by our world-famous Rock Shop® to pick up exclusive Hard Rock Cafe merchandise.

A new Rock Shop retail store has opened its doors to the public in the Liszt Ferenc Budapest International Airport in 2015 July.
The Airport Rock Shop is located in Terminal 2A Departures at gates A10-11, and it boasts with some of the world’s greatest music memorabilia, from Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Cher, Christina Aguilera, Aerosmith and U2 and much more. The Airport Rock Shop features new, specialty pins only available at the airport along with fashionable merchandise that includes authentic items such as T-shirts, sweatshirts, caps, keychains, fridge magnets, fashion accessories and more.