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Eating Out in
Budapest
Budapest
You will encounter many different kinds of eateries in Budapest.
Here are some of the most common:
Étterem: This is a generic term for a restaurant. Éttermek are ubiquitous and
range in price and quality from McDonald's at one end to the likes of Gundel at
the other.
Vendéglõ: Typically a small restaurant with more traditional furnishings.
Sörözõ: A beer hall or pub. Most of them have just as wide a selection of food
as any restaurant.
Borozó: A wine bar. They typically carry several kinds of wine, but most have
very little or no food.
We have selected 15 of the best restaurants in Budapest, which we have listed
under five categories: Gastronomic, Business, Trendy, Budget and Personal
Recommendations. These restaurants are divided into four different pricing
categories. The prices quoted below are for an average three-course meal and
for half a bottle of house wine or cheapest equivalent per person; they do not
include tax or tip. By the way: the usual tip is 10 % in Budapest.
$ (under HU Ft 2,000)
$$ (HU Ft 2,000 to HU Ft 4,000)
$$$ (HU Ft 4,000 to HU Ft 8,000)
$$$$ (over HU Ft 8,000) XE.com currency converter >>>
The restaurants are listed alphabetically within these different categories, which
serve as guidelines rather than absolute definitions of the establishments.
Reservations are recommended wherever possible.
GASTRONOMIC
Arany Kaviár
Situated on a quiet street below the Buda Castle, Budapest’s leading Russian
restaurant has a lovely ambiance (the décor is reminiscent of the homes of
the19th century Russian bourgeoisie) and superb service (courteous and
attentive), yet it is most definitely the food that really steals the show. Although
referred to as a Russian restaurant, the fare at Arany Kaviár is not exclusively
Russian; the menu incorporates the gastronomic traditions of all the nations
that were once part of the Old Russian Empire, such as Armenia, the Ukraine,
or Georgia. The main emphasis in the menu is laid on fish dishes and, of
course, caviar. Here you will find the richest and most exclusive selection of fine
caviar in Budapest, including the world-famous beluga, sevruga and osetra
caviars, which all feature on the menu. The restaurant offers a selection of the
finest Russian vodkas, all served ice cold. Lovers of warmer and less alcoholic
beverages will have an amazing range of exclusive teas to choose from. Served
in a samovar, naturally.
Ostrom utca 19
Tel: (1) 201 6737
Website: www.aranykaviar.hu
Price range: $$$$
Fausto
Fausto is considered by many as Budapest’s finest Italian restaurant. The
setting here is elegant, with and antique furniture and large round tables
covered in crisp white linen, and the food first class. The menu includes a
variety of soups and traditional Italian starters, followed by primi and secondi
piati of meat or fish, and the fresh seafood is truly excellent. Menu changes with
the season. Italian haute cuisine doesn't come cheap but there are more than
70 kinds of Italian and Hungarian wines available to ease the pain. Book well in
advance.
Dohány utca 5
Tel: (1) 269 6806.
Website: www.fausto.hu
Price range: $$$$
Gundel
This is the city’s fanciest and most famous restaurant, a real institution in the
capital, and probably the only restaurant in town with an international
reputation. Traditional dishes with an innovative twist and wonderfully
complemented by an extensive wine list. The historical surroundings are a feast
for the eyes too. Male dinner guests are required to wear a jacket.
Reservations are required in the evening.
XIV Allatkerti út 2
Tel: (1) 468 4040.
Webiste: www.gundel.hu
Price range: $$$$
BUSINESS
Bombay Palace
The Budapest branch of this international chain doesn't disappoint. Although it
used to attract a mainly Brit and American guests, locals are now coming in
greater numbers. The Bombay's two large dining rooms, with chandeliers and
marble flooring, are suitably impressive for a restaurant just a short walk away
from the Opera. Fine traditional Indian food, Amstel beer on tap and
impeccable, friendly service make this upscale restaurant a reliable choice.
VI Andrassy út 44
Tel (1) 332 8363.
Website: www.bombay-palace.com
Price range: $$$
Remiz
Remiz (named after the local tram depot next door) is a popular restaurant
serving generous helpings of hearty Hungarian food. Locals and tourists alike
eat here (the menu is available in six languages), and with several dining rooms
and a wonderful outdoor terrace, Remiz is an equally suitable venue for a long
Sunday lunch with the family, as for a business dinner with clients. The menu
changes every month to allow for fresh seasonal offerings, but it is in the
summer that the restaurant truly comes into its own, as with the nice weather
the kitchen relocate in the big garden and grilled dishes are cooked outdoors
over lava stones (from May to September). An extensive wine list is available,
featuring many of Hungary’s best vintages. Open daily until midnight.
Budakeszi út 5
Tel: (1) 275 1396 or 394 1896.
Website: www.remiz.hu
Price: $$ - $$$
Robinson Restaurant
Situated on a tiny island on the edge of City Park, RobinsonRestaurant enjoys
a truly exotic location, and provides a welcome escape from the buzz of
Andrassy Street a few minute walk away. The restaurant itself is spacious, with
a lofty lakeside patio and a rooftop terrace that are very popular in summer,
and should the weather be uncooperative, there are plenty more seats in the
big downstairs dining room - the huge windows allow for a superb view of the
ducks swimming on the lake and the beautiful Vajdahunyad Castle in the
distance. The food is good, portions generous (as in almost everywhere in
Budapest) and the service friendly and efficient. Reservations are
recommended, especially in summer.
XIV Varosligeti tó (City Park Lake)
Tel: (1) 422 0222.
Price range: $$$
TRENDY
Articsóka
One of Budapest’s most recent arrivals, Articsóka (a play on words, meaning
'artichoke' and also 'artsy daw') is a swanky affair located just a few minutes
walk away from Parliament in downtown Budapest. Extended opening hours
(the restaurant is open from noon until midnight) mean that the Articsoka has
both breakfast and lunch menus. The dishes here are mainly influenced by
Mediterranean cuisine, and the décor (orange walls, glass ceiling, palm trees
and plenty of greenery, not to mention the artwork on the walls) likewise has a
warm, sunny feel to it. The dining areas are spacious and there are both small
and long tables with comfortable chairs and seats with cushions along the wall.
VI Zichy Jenő utca 17.
Tel: (1) 302 7757
Website: www.articsoka.hu
Price range: $$ - $$$
Buena Vista
A trendy new haunt in the recently rejuvenated area around Liszt Ferenc
Square, Buena Vista is a café/brasserie which not only boasts a large open
terrace where customers can eat in the shade in summer, but also a likeable
bright and airy dining area split over three floors inside. The food, of
Mediterranean inspiration, is good, and covers the gamut, from light salads,
soups and sandwiches, to fish and meat dishes, and the portions are generous.
There is also an excellent choice of beers, wines and spirits, as well as cocktails.
VI Liszt Ferenc tér 4-5
Tel: (1) 344 6303.
Website: www.buena-vista.hu
Price range: $$
Spoon Café and Lounge
Spoon is unique in many ways: the restaurant, which opened in August 2003
and is docked across from the Buda Castle, is a replica of a big white cruise
ship. The decor here is tastefully modern, and the food very much international
(with numerous dishes from the sea, as one would expect), and with culinary
secrets obtained anywhere from Spain to Thailand, topped with the delicate
finishing touches of Spoon’s talented chef Zsolt Beke. The breath-taking view of
Budapest that can be seen from anywhere on the ship, especially in the
evening, adds to the overall enchantment.
V Vígadó tér 3
Kikötõ (állóhajó)
Tel: (1) 411 0933/34.
Website: www.spooncafe.hu
Price range: $$$
BUDGET
Café Kör
The ever popular Cafe Kör first opened several years ago as a miniscule bar
but has since occupied a more spacious premises near the Basilica, and a
brand new terrace was opened last summer. The interior here has a relaxed
and cozy café-like atmosphere, and the light, airy bistro is very popular with
young ex-pats, students, and Hungarian yuppies seeking lighter fare (as
opposed to the heavier European food present in the area). Chef Ádám Répás
prepares one of the most imaginative menus based on traditional Hungarian
cuisine, but made following a lighter western taste. The menu changes daily,
and the home-made desserts are to die for too. Wine is available by the glass,
and it is possible to order smaller portions at reduced cost.
V Sas utca 17
Tel: (1) 311 0053.
Price range: $ - $$
Gerbeaud
This landmark Budapest café-confectionery is a must-see. The interior is
gorgeous, done up in turn-of-the-20th-century Austro-Hungarian opulence,
complete with rich plaster work, magnificent chandeliers, marble tables, lavish
fine wood paneling, and brocade wall coverings. Among other decorative items
is the piano that was intended for use on board the Titanic (it failed to make it
on board on time). Enjoy the classic coffee-house atmosphere in the various
salons, whiling away the day reading newspapers, chatting or people-watching
and enjoy the wide variety of beautiful cakes, pastries and ice-creams on offer.
Drinks include freshly brewed coffee and home made hot chocolate drinks. Ask
for your bill at the same time as placing your order.
V Vörösmarty tér 7
Tel: (1) 429 9000
Website: www.gerbeaud.hu
Price range: $
Marquis de Salade
What started as a little wooden salad bar has over the years evolved into a
spacious ground-floor eatery and cellar accommodating up to 100 guests. The
food at Marquis de Salade, however, is as popular as ever. Georgian and
Azerbaijani dishes are a specialty here, although the menu features dishes
from around the world. Pick and mix your own assortment for a truly delicious
meal. The wines are impressive too, and the countries of origin vary (and so do
the prices).
VI Hajós utca 43
Tel: (1) 302 4086
Price range: $
Personal Recommendations
Képíró
Tucked away in a side street a short walk from Kalvin tér metro station, this is a
little gem of a restaurant, and one of our favourites. Indeed Kepiro, which was
voted best of Budapest in the international cuisine category by Budapest Week
magazine in 2003, and received a Michelin recommendation in 2004, is fast
becoming a compulsory stop for serious gourmets in the Hungarian capital. Not
only is the décor here strikingly original and the atmosphere cosy (the elegant
interior is juxtaposed with large scale artwork by Hungarian artist Ákos Birkás, a
dramatic effect but one which works well), the service is also efficient and
friendly, and the food (mainly of European inspiration with a Hungarian
flavouring) is simply fantastic. While many restaurants in Budapest pay more
attention to quantity than quality, the success of Képíró lies in subtle flavours
and audacious combinations that make the dishes truly unique. The menu,
which changes according to the season (to ensure the freshest ingredients are
always used) us accompanied by a good list of Hungarian wines, which includes
famous vintages as well as wines from lesser-known smaller vineyards. There is
live jazz music on Saturday evenings, and wine pairing evenings every month
too. Closed Sunday.
V Képíró utca 3
Tel.: (1) 266 04 30
Website: www.kepirorestaurant.com
Price range: $$$
Kisbuda Gyöngye
Located in Óbuda, and therefore slightly out of the way (although relatively
quickly reached by taxi), Kisbuda Gyöngye is however well worth seeking out.
The restaurant, which offers an elegant setting full of old world charm, is perfect
for a romantic dinner, as the room, with its antique furniture and its beautiful
hand painted ceiling, has a warm and intimate atmosphere. The menu, which
features both traditional Hungarian dishes (including several game dishes) and
more international offerings, reflects traditional cuisine but is updated to satisfy
modern tastes. More than 100 wines are available, including some of Hungary’s
internationally acclaimed vintages. There is live piano music every night, with
jazz, traditional folk music and classical tunes played on an old piano in the
middle of the room, to the delight of diners. Closed Sundays.
Kenyeres utca 34
Tel: (1) 368 6402.
Website: www.remiz.hu
Price: $$$
Marxim’s
This tongue in cheek pizza place in Buda makes for a peculiar experience, so
although it’s not on the tourist path, it’s well worth seeking out. The communist
theme, as the name indicates, is what makes the restaurant special. Here
booths are separated by barbed and chicken wires, there are replicas of
communist posters on the walls and even one uniform-clad mannequin. But the
really fun bit is ordering from a menu featuring pizzas with names such as Snow
White and the Seven Proletars, Pussy Pussy Monica and Bill (I’m not making
this up promise!), Gordi Gorbi, Red October, Siberian Dreams, Gulag Pizza,
CCCP izza, Preelection Promises and my favourite, Antivegetarian (a meat
ladden pizza!). And although it’s the unique atmosphere people come here for,
the food is pretty good too, and cheap (proletarians would approve), making
this a winner for travellers on a budget, and those wanting something a bit
different.
II Kis Rókus utca 23
Tel: (1) 316 02 31
Price range: $
Náncsi Néni (North Buda)
II/a Ördögárok út 80. Tel: (1) 397 2742
A bit out of the center of town, but delicious food will make your visit
memorable. Garden setting is beautiful in the summer.
Price range: $
These are safe tips, but there are many-many more good places to try in
Budapest. Enjoy!
Here are some of the most common:
Étterem: This is a generic term for a restaurant. Éttermek are ubiquitous and
range in price and quality from McDonald's at one end to the likes of Gundel at
the other.
Vendéglõ: Typically a small restaurant with more traditional furnishings.
Sörözõ: A beer hall or pub. Most of them have just as wide a selection of food
as any restaurant.
Borozó: A wine bar. They typically carry several kinds of wine, but most have
very little or no food.
We have selected 15 of the best restaurants in Budapest, which we have listed
under five categories: Gastronomic, Business, Trendy, Budget and Personal
Recommendations. These restaurants are divided into four different pricing
categories. The prices quoted below are for an average three-course meal and
for half a bottle of house wine or cheapest equivalent per person; they do not
include tax or tip. By the way: the usual tip is 10 % in Budapest.
$ (under HU Ft 2,000)
$$ (HU Ft 2,000 to HU Ft 4,000)
$$$ (HU Ft 4,000 to HU Ft 8,000)
$$$$ (over HU Ft 8,000) XE.com currency converter >>>
The restaurants are listed alphabetically within these different categories, which
serve as guidelines rather than absolute definitions of the establishments.
Reservations are recommended wherever possible.
GASTRONOMIC
Arany Kaviár
Situated on a quiet street below the Buda Castle, Budapest’s leading Russian
restaurant has a lovely ambiance (the décor is reminiscent of the homes of
the19th century Russian bourgeoisie) and superb service (courteous and
attentive), yet it is most definitely the food that really steals the show. Although
referred to as a Russian restaurant, the fare at Arany Kaviár is not exclusively
Russian; the menu incorporates the gastronomic traditions of all the nations
that were once part of the Old Russian Empire, such as Armenia, the Ukraine,
or Georgia. The main emphasis in the menu is laid on fish dishes and, of
course, caviar. Here you will find the richest and most exclusive selection of fine
caviar in Budapest, including the world-famous beluga, sevruga and osetra
caviars, which all feature on the menu. The restaurant offers a selection of the
finest Russian vodkas, all served ice cold. Lovers of warmer and less alcoholic
beverages will have an amazing range of exclusive teas to choose from. Served
in a samovar, naturally.
Ostrom utca 19
Tel: (1) 201 6737
Website: www.aranykaviar.hu
Price range: $$$$
Fausto
Fausto is considered by many as Budapest’s finest Italian restaurant. The
setting here is elegant, with and antique furniture and large round tables
covered in crisp white linen, and the food first class. The menu includes a
variety of soups and traditional Italian starters, followed by primi and secondi
piati of meat or fish, and the fresh seafood is truly excellent. Menu changes with
the season. Italian haute cuisine doesn't come cheap but there are more than
70 kinds of Italian and Hungarian wines available to ease the pain. Book well in
advance.
Dohány utca 5
Tel: (1) 269 6806.
Website: www.fausto.hu
Price range: $$$$
Gundel
This is the city’s fanciest and most famous restaurant, a real institution in the
capital, and probably the only restaurant in town with an international
reputation. Traditional dishes with an innovative twist and wonderfully
complemented by an extensive wine list. The historical surroundings are a feast
for the eyes too. Male dinner guests are required to wear a jacket.
Reservations are required in the evening.
XIV Allatkerti út 2
Tel: (1) 468 4040.
Webiste: www.gundel.hu
Price range: $$$$
BUSINESS
Bombay Palace
The Budapest branch of this international chain doesn't disappoint. Although it
used to attract a mainly Brit and American guests, locals are now coming in
greater numbers. The Bombay's two large dining rooms, with chandeliers and
marble flooring, are suitably impressive for a restaurant just a short walk away
from the Opera. Fine traditional Indian food, Amstel beer on tap and
impeccable, friendly service make this upscale restaurant a reliable choice.
VI Andrassy út 44
Tel (1) 332 8363.
Website: www.bombay-palace.com
Price range: $$$
Remiz
Remiz (named after the local tram depot next door) is a popular restaurant
serving generous helpings of hearty Hungarian food. Locals and tourists alike
eat here (the menu is available in six languages), and with several dining rooms
and a wonderful outdoor terrace, Remiz is an equally suitable venue for a long
Sunday lunch with the family, as for a business dinner with clients. The menu
changes every month to allow for fresh seasonal offerings, but it is in the
summer that the restaurant truly comes into its own, as with the nice weather
the kitchen relocate in the big garden and grilled dishes are cooked outdoors
over lava stones (from May to September). An extensive wine list is available,
featuring many of Hungary’s best vintages. Open daily until midnight.
Budakeszi út 5
Tel: (1) 275 1396 or 394 1896.
Website: www.remiz.hu
Price: $$ - $$$
Robinson Restaurant
Situated on a tiny island on the edge of City Park, RobinsonRestaurant enjoys
a truly exotic location, and provides a welcome escape from the buzz of
Andrassy Street a few minute walk away. The restaurant itself is spacious, with
a lofty lakeside patio and a rooftop terrace that are very popular in summer,
and should the weather be uncooperative, there are plenty more seats in the
big downstairs dining room - the huge windows allow for a superb view of the
ducks swimming on the lake and the beautiful Vajdahunyad Castle in the
distance. The food is good, portions generous (as in almost everywhere in
Budapest) and the service friendly and efficient. Reservations are
recommended, especially in summer.
XIV Varosligeti tó (City Park Lake)
Tel: (1) 422 0222.
Price range: $$$
TRENDY
Articsóka
One of Budapest’s most recent arrivals, Articsóka (a play on words, meaning
'artichoke' and also 'artsy daw') is a swanky affair located just a few minutes
walk away from Parliament in downtown Budapest. Extended opening hours
(the restaurant is open from noon until midnight) mean that the Articsoka has
both breakfast and lunch menus. The dishes here are mainly influenced by
Mediterranean cuisine, and the décor (orange walls, glass ceiling, palm trees
and plenty of greenery, not to mention the artwork on the walls) likewise has a
warm, sunny feel to it. The dining areas are spacious and there are both small
and long tables with comfortable chairs and seats with cushions along the wall.
VI Zichy Jenő utca 17.
Tel: (1) 302 7757
Website: www.articsoka.hu
Price range: $$ - $$$
Buena Vista
A trendy new haunt in the recently rejuvenated area around Liszt Ferenc
Square, Buena Vista is a café/brasserie which not only boasts a large open
terrace where customers can eat in the shade in summer, but also a likeable
bright and airy dining area split over three floors inside. The food, of
Mediterranean inspiration, is good, and covers the gamut, from light salads,
soups and sandwiches, to fish and meat dishes, and the portions are generous.
There is also an excellent choice of beers, wines and spirits, as well as cocktails.
VI Liszt Ferenc tér 4-5
Tel: (1) 344 6303.
Website: www.buena-vista.hu
Price range: $$
Spoon Café and Lounge
Spoon is unique in many ways: the restaurant, which opened in August 2003
and is docked across from the Buda Castle, is a replica of a big white cruise
ship. The decor here is tastefully modern, and the food very much international
(with numerous dishes from the sea, as one would expect), and with culinary
secrets obtained anywhere from Spain to Thailand, topped with the delicate
finishing touches of Spoon’s talented chef Zsolt Beke. The breath-taking view of
Budapest that can be seen from anywhere on the ship, especially in the
evening, adds to the overall enchantment.
V Vígadó tér 3
Kikötõ (állóhajó)
Tel: (1) 411 0933/34.
Website: www.spooncafe.hu
Price range: $$$
BUDGET
Café Kör
The ever popular Cafe Kör first opened several years ago as a miniscule bar
but has since occupied a more spacious premises near the Basilica, and a
brand new terrace was opened last summer. The interior here has a relaxed
and cozy café-like atmosphere, and the light, airy bistro is very popular with
young ex-pats, students, and Hungarian yuppies seeking lighter fare (as
opposed to the heavier European food present in the area). Chef Ádám Répás
prepares one of the most imaginative menus based on traditional Hungarian
cuisine, but made following a lighter western taste. The menu changes daily,
and the home-made desserts are to die for too. Wine is available by the glass,
and it is possible to order smaller portions at reduced cost.
V Sas utca 17
Tel: (1) 311 0053.
Price range: $ - $$
Gerbeaud
This landmark Budapest café-confectionery is a must-see. The interior is
gorgeous, done up in turn-of-the-20th-century Austro-Hungarian opulence,
complete with rich plaster work, magnificent chandeliers, marble tables, lavish
fine wood paneling, and brocade wall coverings. Among other decorative items
is the piano that was intended for use on board the Titanic (it failed to make it
on board on time). Enjoy the classic coffee-house atmosphere in the various
salons, whiling away the day reading newspapers, chatting or people-watching
and enjoy the wide variety of beautiful cakes, pastries and ice-creams on offer.
Drinks include freshly brewed coffee and home made hot chocolate drinks. Ask
for your bill at the same time as placing your order.
V Vörösmarty tér 7
Tel: (1) 429 9000
Website: www.gerbeaud.hu
Price range: $
Marquis de Salade
What started as a little wooden salad bar has over the years evolved into a
spacious ground-floor eatery and cellar accommodating up to 100 guests. The
food at Marquis de Salade, however, is as popular as ever. Georgian and
Azerbaijani dishes are a specialty here, although the menu features dishes
from around the world. Pick and mix your own assortment for a truly delicious
meal. The wines are impressive too, and the countries of origin vary (and so do
the prices).
VI Hajós utca 43
Tel: (1) 302 4086
Price range: $
Personal Recommendations
Képíró
Tucked away in a side street a short walk from Kalvin tér metro station, this is a
little gem of a restaurant, and one of our favourites. Indeed Kepiro, which was
voted best of Budapest in the international cuisine category by Budapest Week
magazine in 2003, and received a Michelin recommendation in 2004, is fast
becoming a compulsory stop for serious gourmets in the Hungarian capital. Not
only is the décor here strikingly original and the atmosphere cosy (the elegant
interior is juxtaposed with large scale artwork by Hungarian artist Ákos Birkás, a
dramatic effect but one which works well), the service is also efficient and
friendly, and the food (mainly of European inspiration with a Hungarian
flavouring) is simply fantastic. While many restaurants in Budapest pay more
attention to quantity than quality, the success of Képíró lies in subtle flavours
and audacious combinations that make the dishes truly unique. The menu,
which changes according to the season (to ensure the freshest ingredients are
always used) us accompanied by a good list of Hungarian wines, which includes
famous vintages as well as wines from lesser-known smaller vineyards. There is
live jazz music on Saturday evenings, and wine pairing evenings every month
too. Closed Sunday.
V Képíró utca 3
Tel.: (1) 266 04 30
Website: www.kepirorestaurant.com
Price range: $$$
Kisbuda Gyöngye
Located in Óbuda, and therefore slightly out of the way (although relatively
quickly reached by taxi), Kisbuda Gyöngye is however well worth seeking out.
The restaurant, which offers an elegant setting full of old world charm, is perfect
for a romantic dinner, as the room, with its antique furniture and its beautiful
hand painted ceiling, has a warm and intimate atmosphere. The menu, which
features both traditional Hungarian dishes (including several game dishes) and
more international offerings, reflects traditional cuisine but is updated to satisfy
modern tastes. More than 100 wines are available, including some of Hungary’s
internationally acclaimed vintages. There is live piano music every night, with
jazz, traditional folk music and classical tunes played on an old piano in the
middle of the room, to the delight of diners. Closed Sundays.
Kenyeres utca 34
Tel: (1) 368 6402.
Website: www.remiz.hu
Price: $$$
Marxim’s
This tongue in cheek pizza place in Buda makes for a peculiar experience, so
although it’s not on the tourist path, it’s well worth seeking out. The communist
theme, as the name indicates, is what makes the restaurant special. Here
booths are separated by barbed and chicken wires, there are replicas of
communist posters on the walls and even one uniform-clad mannequin. But the
really fun bit is ordering from a menu featuring pizzas with names such as Snow
White and the Seven Proletars, Pussy Pussy Monica and Bill (I’m not making
this up promise!), Gordi Gorbi, Red October, Siberian Dreams, Gulag Pizza,
CCCP izza, Preelection Promises and my favourite, Antivegetarian (a meat
ladden pizza!). And although it’s the unique atmosphere people come here for,
the food is pretty good too, and cheap (proletarians would approve), making
this a winner for travellers on a budget, and those wanting something a bit
different.
II Kis Rókus utca 23
Tel: (1) 316 02 31
Price range: $
Náncsi Néni (North Buda)
II/a Ördögárok út 80. Tel: (1) 397 2742
A bit out of the center of town, but delicious food will make your visit
memorable. Garden setting is beautiful in the summer.
Price range: $
These are safe tips, but there are many-many more good places to try in
Budapest. Enjoy!
Hungarian Goulash Soup Recipe
serves 6
ready in 1-2 hrs
Ingredients:
Directions
Slow cooking is the secret and you can never
use too much paprika. I like to use 3
tablespoons. Hope you enjoy this dish, I have
been raised on it.
Cut beef into 1 inch squares, add 1/2 tsp.
salt. Chop onions and brown in shortening,
add beef and paprika. Let beef simmer in its
own juice along with salt and paprika for 1 hr.
on low heat. Add bay leaves, water, diced
potatoes, black pepper, and remaining salt.
Cover and simmer until potatoes are done
and meat is tender.
Prepare egg dumpling batter:
Add flour to unbeaten egg and salt. Mix well.
Let stand for 1/2 hour for flour to mellow.
Drop by teaspoonful into Goulash. Cover and
simmer 5 minutes after dumplings rise to
surface.
Serve hot with fresh bread or garlic bread.
serves 6
ready in 1-2 hrs
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds beef chuck
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 onions, white or yellow
- 2 tablespoons shortening
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
(use real Hungarian paprika for
ultimate flavor; use hot if you like
spicy) - 2 bay leaves
- 1 Qt. water
- 4 peeled and diced potatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Egg dumpling batter: 1 egg, 6
tablespoons flour,1/8 teaspoon
salt
Directions
Slow cooking is the secret and you can never
use too much paprika. I like to use 3
tablespoons. Hope you enjoy this dish, I have
been raised on it.
Cut beef into 1 inch squares, add 1/2 tsp.
salt. Chop onions and brown in shortening,
add beef and paprika. Let beef simmer in its
own juice along with salt and paprika for 1 hr.
on low heat. Add bay leaves, water, diced
potatoes, black pepper, and remaining salt.
Cover and simmer until potatoes are done
and meat is tender.
Prepare egg dumpling batter:
Add flour to unbeaten egg and salt. Mix well.
Let stand for 1/2 hour for flour to mellow.
Drop by teaspoonful into Goulash. Cover and
simmer 5 minutes after dumplings rise to
surface.
Serve hot with fresh bread or garlic bread.
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