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Central Kávéház
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Károlyi Mihály utca 9
Doors and windows bust open to reveal local clientele, from cramming students to old men sucking on cigars to women gabb…
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Cafe Alibi
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Egyetem Tér 4
}01 317 4209; cafealibi.hu
An old-fashioned cash register and your grandmother’s fine china will greet you at this little coffee shop in the center…
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Szeráj
LIPÓTVÁROS, DISTRICT V AND XIII
V, Szent István krt.
Turkish fast food with a Hungarian touch. Perfect for a quick, delicious meal without the fuss of waiters and tips. If y…
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Castro Bisztró
ERZSÉBETVÁROS, DISTRICT VII
1075 Madách tér 3
}215 01 84; www.castrobistro.hu
An easy cafe where you can sit alone and read or chat with friends over an espresso. An eclectic decor boasts Buena Vist…
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Hummus Bár
ERZSÉBETVÁROS, DISTRICT VII
Kertész utca 39
}321 74 77; www.hummusbar.hu
An explosion of olive oil, lemon zest, and chickpeas makes you feel like you’re trotting the ancient liMěstone streets o…
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Holdudvar
MARGIT-SZIGET (MARGARET ISLAND)
Margit Sziget
}236 01 55; www.holdudvar.net
Built on 13th century ruins, this giant garden venue doles out the best tunes, tastiest fare, and wildest nights on the …
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Sirius Klub
JÓZSEFVÁROS, DISTRICT VIII
Bródy Sándor utca 13
}266 17 08
A giant selection of teas served through a small window connected to the main seating area, Tibetan prayer flags, and fl…
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Darshan Udvar
JÓZSEFVÁROS, DISTRICT VIII
Krúdy Gyula utca 7
}266-5541; www.darshan.hu
Housed in a mosaic-tiled building with a magnificent inner courtyard, this restaurant boasts a menu as eclectic as its d…
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Robinson Restaurant
THE VÁROSLIGET (CITY PARK)
Városligeti tó
}663 68 71
Certainly commands one of the more interesting locations in Budapest atop an artificial pond in the middle of City Park.…
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Daubner Cukrászda
VARHEGY, CENTRAL BUDA, AND THE VIZIVAROS
Szépvölgyi út 50
While locals rave about the cakes and ice cream, the place is all too easy for tourists to miss due to its off-the-beate…
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Bécsi út 314
}240 75 35; www.emilcukraszda.hu
While it may seem like a random shop thrown in between some other odd shops on a main road leading out of the city, bewa…
Kicsimama Konyhája
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
Lónyay utca 7
}01 216 4178
A get-in-get-out kind of place perfect for backpackers on the run. Delectable Hungarian quick-eats for a tight budget. N…
Kárpátia
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Ferenciek Tere 7-8
}01 317 3596; www.karpatia.hu
The up-and-coming executive chef doles out revamped Hungarian cuisine, mixing ancient spices and recipes with Mediterran…
Fatál
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Váci utca 67
}01 266 2608; www.fatalrestaurant.com
Gigantic portions served in pots and pans, hand-crafted stained glass, and kingly thrones attract the likes of Melanie G…
Babel
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Váci utca 83
}01 388 2143; www.babeldelicate.hu
Fare like something out of the Food Network, clear wine coolers lining the walls, and sleek rectangular shades hanging f…
Bio Gardens
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Képíró utca 3
}01 266 1497
Huge sunflowers adorning the walls hint at the earthy organic theme of this new urban oasis. Check out the daily special…
1000 Tea
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
Váci utca 65
}01 337 8217; www.1000tea.hu
Take your shoes off and sip tea in one of the many arched alcoves of this Japanese-style tea house, located in a tranqui…
Gerbeaud
THE BELVÁROS, DISTRICT V
V, Vörösmarty Tér
}01 429 9000; www.gerbeaud.hu
While no trip would be complete without a visit to this cafe and confectionary, don’t be fooled. Take a peek, pose for a…
Trófea Grill Étterem
LIPÓTVÁROS, DISTRICT V AND XIII
XIII, Visegrádi utca 50A
}01 270 0366; www.trofeagrill.com
Gourmet meal and all-you-can-eat buffet don’t usually hold hands on the playground, but somehow this place pulls it off.…
Kashmir
LIPÓTVÁROS, DISTRICT V AND XIII
V, Arany János utca 13
}01 354 1806; www.kashmiretterem.hu
Stylish Indian cuisine if you’re sick of paprika. House “special assortments” recommended (meat 2990Ft, vegetarian 2590F…

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