Anker’t

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 then 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 bring your friends with you and shake it at the indoor disco at the venue’s regular queer-friendly parties. 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.

Füge Udvar

Located on one of the main streets of downtown Budapest’s party district, housed inside a decrepit apartment building from the late 19th century, Klauzál utca’s Füge Udvar has been a key player in the local ruin bar scene since its inception in 2012. Being the cheapest ruin pub of the city, with a smoking yard centered around the eponymous fig tree, a ping pong table, an extensive drink menu and lot of yummy burgers, it’s the site of an unforgettable Friday night. Complete with an escape room and a pinball area, Füge Udvar promises you a fun time even if you plan on staying sober for the whole night.

4-es 6-os Wesselényi

As one of the most popular pubs of its own franchise (a brand of uniformized pubs located near various stops of tram lines 4 and 6, the city’s main tramways), 4-es 6-os earned its spot in our compilation thanks to its ruin pub-ish vibes. The Wesselényi utca establishment was opened as the third of its kind, in the stead of a retro underwear shop, on the corner of one of the main arteries of the Jewish district and the Grand Boulevard, to the joy of low-budget socialites all over Budapest. Open every day of the week, all day long, the friendly pub boasts a cheerful clientele of locals and foreigners, generous drink deals, and more importantly, a quick and easy access to the night service of the Budapest public transport!

Csendes Létterem

Only one corner away from Astoria, Csendes Létterem has been the number one dwelling place of local university students, artsy people, hipster couples as well as foreigners looking for a unique bar experience since its 2008 foundation. Close to the lovely and lush garden of Károlyi kert, the interior of Csendes boasts a bohemian mish-mash of vintage and historic, instantly pulling you into its crazy, romantic world. Whether you drop in during the day to do some work on your laptop while making sure that you meet your daily caffeine intake, or sit down with your buddies at one of the ancient-looking tables in the evening, drinking delicious wines and getting inspired by all the quirky contemporary art pieces surrounding you, you’ll have a great time at Csendes.

Élesztőház

Industreal interiors, an awesome selection of craft beers, spacious inner courtyards – what’s not to love? Élesztőház, located a couple of minutes’ walk away from Corvin-negyed, is a boutique hotel, an apartment restaurant, a specialty café, a cocktail bar, a homebrew school where you can make your own beer, a sausage place, and the city’s absolute best artisanal beer ruin pub. Celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, Élesztőház is the Budapest base of the Hungarian craft beer revolution, where you can choose from 25 different beers on 30 taps, all of them distinctly delicious, all of them worth a try. Sampling the whole range of Élesztő’s brews is a hard task, but one that you will relish even if you fail.

ELLÁTÓkert

Situated next to the always buzzing Gozsdu Udvar, Ellátó Kert awaits you with a large open courtyard, authentic ruin pub vibes, a colourful array of drinks to pick and choose from (ranging from Hungarian spirits and Slovakian Tatratea to Ellátó Kert’s signature pink grapefruit-vodka shot called pinky), and a number of Mexican dishes to help your body soak up the alcohol. Even though the place is almost always packed, the service is swift and friendly, ensuring that you won’t have to wait for what seems like an eternity for a glass of margarita. The bike-friendly venue is open every day from 5PM, closing at 2AM during the weekdays, and 4AM on the weekends.

After a long night in the ruin bars, the best idea is to visit these brunch spots:

The Best Brunch Spots in Budapest

We've collected not one, not two, but nine brunch spots where you can kick off your morning in Budapest. Check them out!

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Tompa Angyal Bistro & Café

You are surely familiar with the term „local tourist” which refers to people who has one simple goal: to experience the fascination of a tourist while feeling the comfort of a local. The key to discovering Budapest as a local tourist is to go a bit further from the busy city centre, and visit the favourite spots of residents including Tompa Angyal Bistro. Thanks to its wallet-friendly prices the drink bar/eatery is very popular among university students, but the venue’s welcoming atmosphere and great selection of quality beer (nearly 50 types of small-scale and craft beer are available) and tasty snacks (tuna cream, hot sandwich, quesadilla) definitely add to its charm too. Hesitate no more, head to Tompa Angyal, where the most expensive beer (Liquid Cocaine) costs only 4€! Cheers!

1094 Budapest, Tompa utca 14.

Gellért Söröző & Brasserie

Buda’s best gastropub, Gellért Söröző & Brasserie is the temple of beer fans known for outstanding quality. It watches over one of the world’s most beautiful bridges at the foot of Gellért Hill, nestled inside the Art Nouveau Hotel Gellért. The breathtaking view is part of the amazing package that Gellért Söröző & Brasserie offers to its visitors, including a carefully assorted selection of quality Hungarian craft beers and wines complemented by a seasonally changing beer kitchen. For an unforgettable experience, have a pint of Gerardo (one of the house’s craft beers) while nibbling on some toothsome snacks: pork cheek bruschetta with the sun dipping is a must-try!

1114 Budapest, Szent Gellért tér 2.

Beer Tasting in Etyek

Would you like to know more about how „liquid bread” is made? Bring your friends or family members along and head to Etyek Craft Beer Manufactory (around 25 km away from Budapest), where they give insight into the whole brewing process while you are pampering your taste buds with refreshing drinks right from the barrel, complemented by tasty snacks. The gastro attraction includes an introduction to the basics of beer production as well as some behind the scene secrets you wouldn’t hear about anywhere else. Access the Etyek-Buda Wine Region via City & Wine’s (wine tour company) organized tours or by public transport from Etele tér’s bus station. Cheers!

2091 Etyek-Botpuszta, Kolumbusz utca, Hrsz. 1511/1.

Kuzin Bar

All you craft beer fanatics out there, we’ve got great news for you! Kuzin Bar offers an amazing selection but the Dohány utca locale is a lot more than just your regular craft beer bar. It’s central, it’s lively, the Kuzin’s have 10 taps flowing with the best that Hungarian craft beer has to offer (including the award-winning new wave craft beer, Horizont) in a cozy, stylish space. You’ll also find your favourite Czech beer on the drink menu, as well as specialties such as draught Budweiser CVIKL, which is only available here in the country. What is more, Budweiser is actually on three taps! Named after the mysterious “Kuzin”, the founder of the place, the bar’s charm lies in its classy, black & white interior, fun quiz nights, delicious culinary delights (incredible street food, too), and quality beer offers that will draw you back like a magnet from time to time. Thanks to its great food, refreshing beer, friendly atmosphere and excellent service, Kuzin Bar is the perfect spot for any occasions, let it be a birthday party, or a chill night with friends or colleagues. Test it yourself!

1074 Budapest, Dohány utca 7.

Black Cab Burger

Being an eatery where you can make your own burger (guests can build their desired burger from top to bottom), Black Cab is one of the most popular burger restaurants in town. Their monthly offer, Black Cab ‘s Blue Burger Bleu d’Auvergne (with blue cheese) is a must-try, but house specials are also worth a shot. Even though the restaurant is known for its juicy salads, fantastic hot-dogs and full chocolate, home-made brownies, Black Cab’s drink menu is also worth checking out. Choose from a decent list of ice cold beverages including the Crabbie’s refreshing bottled ginger beer and test the authentic, characterful draught beer, Fuller’s London Pride’ burger taming bitterness!

1095 Budapest, Mester utca 46.
1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 19.

Anker’t Bar

Budapest’s biggest ruin pub/outdoor beer bar is located in the heart of Budapest (Paulay Ede utca), and its friendly vibes are simply irresistible. With several flat screens and the greatest variety of beer imaginable, Anker’t is the perfect venue to watch the events of the football world cup at, especially if you enjoy being surrounded with enthusiastic but civilized fans and the biggest expat community in the capital city. With such circumstances, no match is unexciting, right? In case you get hungry, we highly recommend you to try Ankert’s delicious vegan pizza or other street food offers. Don’t forget to book a table in advance, because Anker’t is very popular at this time of the year!

1061 Budapest, Paulay Ede utca 33.

Neked Csak Dezső Brewpub & Bistro

Having 32 local and international craft beer on tap plus several flat screen TVs, Rákóczi út’s Neked Csak Dezső (Call me Dezső, in Hungarian) remains a really attractive venue for beer enthusiasts during the football world cup too. The Budapest beer bar carries the who’s who of Hungarian brews (Mad Scientist Brewery’s Smooth Hoperator and Dip Me Baby) including products from breweries such as Hübris and Horizont. When beer and snacks get together, only good things happen, and Neked Csak Dezső’s beer bites are only the tip of the iceberg. Check out the bistro menu’s specialties or choose from a list of street food offers! They have a brunch menu, too!

1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 29.