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The 10 best typical restaurants in Budapest

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As the capital of Hungary, Budapest has more than 2.5 million inhabitants and attracts an average of 3.5 million tourists every year. Several of its monuments are part of the UNESCO world heritage such as the Buda Castle.

This city full of history will allow you to discover a beautiful culture which is even found in the local dishes. That’s why, in between two visits, we recommend you to go to one of the many typical restaurants in Budapest to discover interesting local cuisine and to be in direct contact with the locals.

What are the best restaurants in Budapest?

In this article, we will present you the top 10 of the best typical restaurants in Budapest in order to have good addresses where to eat in the Hungarian capital. We truly hope that this content will help you in finding the right place(s) to eat during your stay.
hungarikum bisztro

1. Hungarikum Bisztro

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.7/5 – Google

Hungarikum Bisztro is one of the best restaurants in the city. The service is fast and efficient with quality food. Everyone is smiling, both the waitresses and the musician who will accompany you during the meal. Friendly atmosphere guaranteed. Before coming to Steindl Imre u. 13, 1051, remember to reserve your table to be sure to enjoy your meal.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Steindl Imre u. 13, 1051 
Opening hours : Mon – Sun : 12am – 2.30pm and 6pm – 10pm
Phone number : +36 30 661 6244

What we think of Hungarikum Bisztro

Benefits

  • Super welcome
  • Exceptional central location
  • Affordable prices

What we like the most

The traditional decor, which makes you feel at home with a local family

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🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.7/5 – Google

Although this typical Budapest restaurant may not look like much from the outside, inside it hides a nice welcome from the moment you arrive with a very pleasant and fast service.

The well-presented dishes are always accompanied by a nice smile, which will make you feel at ease during your visit. The menu is small but all the products are fresh and good.

If you are looking for a good Hungarian specialty restaurant, head to Párizsi u. 6b, 1052

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Párizsi u. 6b, 1052 
Phone number : +36 1 266 4334

What we think of Parisi 6

Benefits

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What we like the most

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3. Retek Bisztro

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.8/5 – Google

Close to the St. Stephen’s Basilica in Pest, Retek Bisztro offers delicious Hungarian cuisine. The dishes served are generous and tasty. The waitresses of this typical Budapest restaurant are very friendly and quickly available.

It is ideally located in the city center with a friendly atmosphere. We recommend you to reserve your table to be sure to eat there once you are there. The address is at Mérleg u. 10, 1051.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Nádor u. 5, 1051 
Opening hours : Mon – Sun : 12am – 4pm and 6pm – 10pm
Phone number : +36 20 253 5596

What we think of Retek Bisztro

Benefits

  • Traditional Hungarian cuisine
  • Superb decor
  • Well-deserved reputation

What we like the most

Super pleasant service, attentive to customer needs. We recommend it!

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4. Aszú Étterem

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.5/5 – Google

If you want to eat at a great table in the historical center of Budapest and have a pleasant, multilingual service while being surrounded by locals, the restaurant Aszú Étterem may interest you. Its menu highlights traditional Hungarian cuisine in a modern and revisited way with good value for money. For cheap food in Budapest, go to Sas u 4, 1051.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Sas u 4, 1051
Opening hours : Wed – Sun : 6pm – 12pm
Phone number : +36 1 328 0360

What we think of Aszú Étterem

Benefits

  • Quality of service and cuisine
  • Pleasant musical atmosphere
  • Top-quality wine

What we like the most

We love the atmosphere and the attentive service.

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5. Antré Étterem

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.2/5 – Google

You will be very well received at Antré Étterem restaurant. A nice contemporary decoration will be waiting for you inside and the staff will take care of you to make you have a good time during your meal in this typical restaurant of Budapest. A real treat for the eyes and the taste buds. A nice address for a delicious meal for two, located at Király u. 8, 1061

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Király u. 8, 1061
Opening hours : Tue – Sat : 7.30am – 12am and 1pm – 12pm / Sun – Mon : 7.30am – 12am
Phone number : +36 70 883 0942

What we think of Antré Étterem

Benefits

  • Perfect for a romantic tête-à-tête
  • A gastronomic marvel
  • Central location

What we like the most

The food, in general, is really very good.

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🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.6/5 – Google

A little out of town, the Borkonyha Winekitchen restaurant is located in a quiet residential area of the city’s 5th district. Although the menu is limited, the dishes offered are very well-prepared and presented with real research to satisfy you as much as possible.

The staff will help you translate the dishes, as the menu is not available in English. At Sas u 3, 1051, you’ll enjoy a quiet evening with friends, tasting local dishes in a peaceful setting.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Sas u 3, 1051
Opening hours : Mon – Fri : 6pm – 12pm / Sat : 12am – 12pm
Phone number : +36 1 266 0835

What we think of Borkonyha Winekitchen

Benefits

  • Exceptional wine
  • Refined cuisine
  • Quality of products used

What we like most

Support from the servers, for a premium experience.

Tabani Goesser Soeroezo

7. Tabani Goesser Soeroezo

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.6/5 – Google

Excellent cuisine awaits you at the Tabani Goesser Soeroezo restaurant, where you will receive a memorable welcome. This is a very good place to discover Hungarian cuisine. You will be only a few meters away from the Buda Castle with a beautiful view of the city. The address is Attila út 19, 1013. Remember, however, to make a reservation if you are going there during peak service hours.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Attila út 19, 1013
Phone number : +36 1 375 9482

What we think of Tabani Goesser Soeroezo

Benefits

  • Excellent Hungarian cuisine
  • Fast, pleasant service
  • Typical dishes

What we like most

The traditional setting and local wine list!

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🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.7/5 – Google

The Rosenstein is a long way from the Danube. On the other hand, it’s close to the city center, from where you can admire Budapest’s most beautiful buildings, before sampling typical Hungarian dishes, if you decide to sit on the terrace. Although prices are quite high, the quality of the dishes served will justify them. A great place to dine as a couple in a romantic atmosphere in Budapest.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Mosonyi u. 3, 1087 
Opening hours : Mon – Sat : 12am – 11pm
Phone number : +36 1 333 3492

What we think of Rosenstein

Benefits

  • Local Hungarian dishes
  • Not very touristy place
  • Nice atmosphere

What we like most

The restaurant is often full, so remember to make reservations. Otherwise, the experience is top-notch.

Csarnok vendeglo

9. Csarnok Vendéglő

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.4/5 – Google

One block away from Freedom Square, the typical Budapest restaurant, Csarnok Vendéglő, offers traditional dishes where the quality-price ratio is one of the best in the Hungarian capital. A menu in French will be presented to you to facilitate your choice. Don’t hesitate to ask the waiters for advice, they will be able to guide you. The address to get there is Hold u. 11, 1054.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Hold u. 11, 1054 
Opening hours : Mon – Sun : 11am – 10pm
Phone number : +36 1 269 4906

What we think of Csarnok Vendéglő

Benefits

  • The address, really top-notch
  • Hearty, old-fashioned cuisine
  • The restaurant’s family atmosphere

What we like the most

The breaded / mashed escalope is really delicious.

🍴 What former clients say 🍴

4.5/5 – TripAdvisor
4.2/5 – Google

Börze offers delicious dishes with a very good quality-price ratio. The setting is pleasant with a very elaborate interior architecture, which creates a good atmosphere for eating. The waiters will be at your service and efficient throughout your meal. The address of this typical Budapest restaurant is Nádor u. 23, 1051.

Book your table

Adress : Budapest, Nádor u. 23, 1051 
Phone number : +36 1 426 5460

What we think of Börze

Benefits

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What we like the most

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What to keep in mind about the best restaurants in Budapest

In Hungary, bars, cafés and bistros are clearly not lacking. In some places you can enjoy the best Hungarian cuisine. Carefully prepared dishes, in an exceptional setting.

Local specialties, unusual activities (dance, show), view on the Danube, a few minutes walk from the most beautiful monuments of the Hungarian capital, “Buda” can offer you one of the most exceptional weekends in Europe!

A modern city, with a crazy atmosphere where you can taste the best of Hungary!

Find out about and enjoy the the Hungarian culinary culture

You now know 10 good places to enjoy the local atmosphere of Budapest and be in contact with the population. Eating local is surely one of the best ways to blend in and live a real Hungarian experience.

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Don’t hesitate to take a guide with you. You will then be able to discover all you need to know about the most beautiful sites and districts of the Hungarian capital, one of the most beautiful in Europe. Perfect for a romantic weekend. Let yourself be tempted by a typical café, bar or bistro!