cheap eats

A traditional canteen-style Hungarian restaurant located in the heart of Budapest. Specializing in meat-heavy dishes and big portions. It was one of Anthony Bourdain’s favourite places on his visit to the city.

As seen on Anthony Bourdains visit to Budapest

What to eat: sausages (liver, blood), traditional meat dishes, fried pork

Definitely visit this place! Bors Gasztrobár is specializing in great soups and baguettes.

Known for its reasonable prices, making it an excellent choice for those looking for tasty, budget-friendly options in Budapest.

It’s a must-visit for food enthusiasts looking to enjoy a quick and satisfying meal with a gourmet twist.

Two of our favourite bakeries in Budapest, they offer a wide range of unique pastries and excellent coffee. Ideal place for a quick breakfast!

If you are looking for a truly local, no-frills Hungarian restaurant, do yourself a favour and go to Frici Papa!
It is one of the last remaining eateries in Budapest, serving Hungarian classics at extremely reasonable prices (even by local standards).
Because the word got out, lots of tourists visit this place as well nowadays, but trust us, it’s worth the wait!

Kisharang Étkezde is a true gem in the heart of Budapest, a family-run restaurant with a very friendly service and hearty traditional food. Great place if you’re around the St. Stephen’s Basilica!

Tip: None of these places take reservations, so try to go a little bit outside of the usual eating hours to avoid standing in line.

Lángos is a beloved Hungarian dish that consists of deep-fried dough, typically oval or round in shape. It’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Traditionally, lángos is topped with a variety of savory ingredients, with sour cream and grated cheese being the most common. Other toppings can include garlic, ham, sausages, and more.

Lángos is a beloved Hungarian comfort food, and Retro Lángos is often well-received by locals and tourists alike for its tasty renditions of this classic dish of which they have the largest variety.

Depending on the location and time of day, you may encounter lines or crowds at their stand, especially during peak dining hours.

The chimney cake (kürtőskalács in Hungarian) is one of the most popular street food dishes of Hungary originating from Székelyföld in Transylvania. It is truly a must-try while visiting Budapest! The chimney cakes at Pichler are of excellent quality and always freshly made.

If you’re less adventurous, had enough of goulash, or just simply want to have some great comfort food at a reasonable price, give these places a try!

Pizza Manufaktúra serves some of the best pizzas in Budapest, a true favourite of locals.

Bamba Marha is a solid local burger chain which serves great quality burgers at fair prices. With 10 locations in Budapest, you are never too far from one of them.

If you are craving for Mexican food, be sure to visit this place!