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Kárpátia Étterem  Araz  Gundel Étterem 
Hungarian Map 4 E1 French Map 2 F5 Hungarian
Ferenciek tere 7–8 Dohány utca 42–44 Állatkerti körút 4
Tel (1) 317 35 96 Closed lunch Tel (1) 815 11 00 Tel (1) 889 81 11
Open since 1877, standards in Relish comforting French dishes, Budapest’s most famous
this beautifully ornamented such as chicken breast with creamy restaurant offers innovative
establishment remain impeccably kale, and Hungarian classics; the Hungarian and international
high; the food is usually spot on. Sunday brunch is a good bet too. cuisine in posh surrounds, and
people flock here for their
Két Szerecsen  Carmel Étterem  Sunday brunch.
Spanish Map 2 E4 Jewish Map 2 E5
Nagymező utca 14 Kazinczy utca 31 La Perle Noire 
Tel (1) 343 19 84 Tel (1) 342 45 85 Closed Fri eve International
A varied tapas menu at this bright, This legendary kosher restaurant Andrássy út 111
buzzy place complements a is invariably crowded with locals, Tel (1) 462 21 89
strong selection of mains, such as who come here to enjoy its Inventive, French-inspired
salmon steamed in white wine. famed solet (cholent), a slow- gourmet restaurant located
cooked stew with smoked goose. inside the smart Mamaison
Kőleves Vendéglő  Andrássy Hotel. It offers an
Hungarian Map 2 E5 Costes  unsurpassable wine list.
Kazinczy utca 37–41 International Map 4 E2 Snacking at pavement tables at the Eco Cafe
Tel (1) 322 10 11 Ráday utca 4 Robinson 
Jerusalem artichoke cream soup Tel (1) 219 06 97 Closed Mon & Rézkakas Bisztró  Hungarian food writer Gyula Krudy International
with roast walnuts is a typical Tue; lunch Wed–Sun Hungarian Map 2 D5 ate here over a century ago. The Városligeti Tó
Araz, offering a repertoire of both French dish in this quaint, rather Costes is one of three Michelin- Sas utca 3 rustic decor evokes an old-world Tel (1) 422 02 22
and Hungarian dishes idiosyncratic restaurant. starred restaurants in Budapest. Tel (1) 267 03 49 feel. Live music every evening. In an unbeatable location on
If your pocket can stretch to it, The “Golden Cockerel” is a smart- the lake: the outdoor terrace is
DK Choice DK Choice you’ll be treated to an unfor- looking establishent offering Kerék Vendéglő  a wonderful spot to indulge in
some exotic seafood dishes.
gettable array of colour, flavour
classic Hungarian dishes, and
Hungarian
Borbíróság  Menza  and texture combinations. the live music is recommended. Bécsi út 103
Modern Hungarian Map 4 E2 Modern Hungarian Map 2 E4 Tel (1) 250 42 61 DK Choice
Csarnok tér 5 Liszt Ferenc tér 2 Fausto’s  Further Afield Another landmark restaurant up
Tel (1) 219 09 02 Closed Sun Tel (1) 413 14 82 Italian Map 2 F5 in Obuda: the pretty garden is a Rosenstein 
Across from the Great Market By far the most appealing, and Dohány utca 3 Briós kávézó  lovely place to dine on the likes Hungarian
Hall, this fantastic-looking popular, place on this busy Tel (30) 589 18 13 Closed Sun Café Map 2 D2 of venison stew. Mosonyi utca 3
restaurant has a split-level square, Menza offers sublime This gorgeously understated Pozsonyi út 16 Tel (1) 333 34 92
interior and small terrace. The retro-inspired food amidst uber- restaurant remains the best Tel (1) 794 62 62 New York Kávéház  In an area near Keleti station
highlights of a limited but cool 1970s decor, and there’s a Italian option in Budapest; on This family-friendly café serves Café Map 2 F5 not known for fine dining,
exceptional menu are the duck fabulous terrace too. The two- Wednesdays and Thursdays super breakfasts including filled Erzsébet körút 9–11 this is a true standout; an
carpaccio and duck steak, course lunch menu is a steal. there’s an oyster menu. croissants and American pancakes. Tel (1) 886 61 67 inviting, family-run establish-
though there are many more New York Kávéhaz is another of ment offering its guests a
options, like tuna and veal with Klassz  Eco Cafe  Budapest’s great literary cafes of sophisticated menu, with
foie gras. The choice and quality Soul Café  International Map 2 E4 Café Map 2 F3 yesteryear, though these days it’s plates such as wild boar ragout
of wine is second to none. Hungarian and French Map 4 E2 Andrássy utca 41 Andrássy út 68 even more exclusive, and pricey. with forest mushrooms, as
Ráday utca 11–13 As much wine bar as restaurant, Cheery bio café and bakery well as some Jewish favourites.
Tel (1) 217 69 86 this small but striking place offers serving up a selection of fresh The wine list is similarly of the
Cyrano  This lightly North African-themed an accomplished menu. They sandwiches, cakes and salads in DK Choice highest order.
International Map 4 D1 restaurant offers beautifully pre- don’t take bookings, therefore a vaguely countrified interior. Bock Bisztró 
Kristóf tér 7 pared French and Moroccan food. do not list a telephone number. Modern Hungarian Map 2 F5
Tel (1) 266 47 47 Rétes Büfé  Erzsébet körút 43–49 Zeller Bistro 
Toasted goat’s cheese with Café Tel (1) 321 03 40 Modern Hungarian
lavender and honey is the Normafa, Eötvös utca 50 Named after the eponymous Izabella utca 38
signature dish here, which A hut at the top of the Buda Hills Hungarian vintner, Bock is one Tel (30) 651 08 80 Closed Sun & Mon
gives you some idea as to where you can choose from a classy establishment, from the Small but utterly charming
the inventiveness on offer. delectable range of pastries to elegant cork-filled glass tables restaurant offering outstanding
munch on alongside your coffee. to the beautifully crafted food; nouvelle cuisine, and you won’t
Fülemüle Étterem  well-thought-out tapas dishes find better service anywhere
Jewish Map 4 F1 Bagolyvár Étterem  complement exciting renditions in the city. It closes between
Kőfaragó utca 5 Hungarian of rich Hungarian fare like veal 3pm and 6pm.
Tel (70) 305 30 00 Gundel Károly út 4 paprika. The wine list is one of
This homely, old-style, family-run Tel (1) 889 81 27 the finest in Budapest.
restaurant serves typical Jewish The little sister of the famous
meals like solet, goose stew, and Gundel restaurant (see right), the Around Budapest
goose soup with dumplings. enchanting “Owl Castle” offers Csalogány utca 26 
homely Hungarian cooking at Modern Hungarian Map 1 B3 ESZTERGOM: Csülök Csárda 
Gerlóczy Kávéház  more affordable prices. Csalogány utca 26 Hungarian Road Map C3
Modern Hungarian Map 4 E1 Tel (1) 201 78 92 Closed Tue & Sat Batthyány utca 9
Gerlóczy utca 1 Kéhli Vendéglő  This distinguished restaurant/ Tel (33) 412 420
Tel (1) 501 40 00 Hungarian café has a modern, bright and The cosy “Knuckle Inn” serves,
Not only does this atmospheric Mókus utca 22 breezy interior. Excellent poultry, unsurprisingly, a range of pork
street corner cafe offer delicious Tel (1) 368 06 13 fish and meat dishes grilled on knuckle dishes, as well as other
Hungarian fare, but it’s also a Standards at this delightful inn lava stones for a real burst of traditional and hearty fare such
great place for breakfast. Fillet steak with sweet roasted garlic and wild mushrooms at Menza have not dropped since the great flavour. Closes from 3pm to 7pm. as smoked ox tongue.
Key to Price Guide see p276 For more information on types of restaurants see pp270–71
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