Food & Drink in Budapest
Goulash, lángos, ruin bars and natural wine — Budapest's food and drink scene is one of Central Europe's best-kept secrets. Here's where to actually eat and drink.
Essentials
Hungarian Food Guide
The dishes to look for, from goulash to chimney cake — and where they actually come from.
Read the guideWhere to eat
Best Restaurants in Budapest
From traditional bistros to modern Hungarian fine dining, organised by budget.
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Ruin Bars & Nightlife
Szimpla Kert and the rest of the ruin bar district, explained properly.
Read the guideCafé Culture
Historic Coffee Houses
New York Café and Budapest's grand 19th-century café culture.
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Craft Beer & Pálinka
Budapest's growing craft beer scene and the traditional fruit brandy to try.
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