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 Hands down the best goulash in the city. 

One of Dunacorso’s standout features is its picturesque terrace overlooking the Danube, providing an idyllic setting for a romantic dinner, a special celebration, or a relaxed evening with friends. Diners can enjoy a truly magical atmosphere with live Hungarian Gypsy music every night.

What to eat: goulash soup (bowl), paprika stew of veal, stuffed cabbage, Wiener schnitzel

Menza offers a diverse menu that features a mix of Hungarian classics and international dishes. While they pay homage to traditional Hungarian cuisine, you can also find items like burgers, pasta, and salads on their menu. It’s a place where old meets new, blending the nostalgia of Hungarian retro design with modern culinary influences.

The prices at Menza are generally considered to be reasonable and offer good value for the quality of food and the dining experience.

What to eat: beef broth soup, veal paprikash (w/ egg dumplings), pork schnitzel, mákos Guba. Recommended for lunch specials.

A cozy, reasonably-priced Hungarian restaurant inside Budapest’s party district, also known as the old Jewish Quarter. The restaurant’s name makes its culinary priorities clear — the menu features all the staples of Hungarian cuisine like goulash, chicken and veal paprikash, and various seasonal vegetable stews called főzelék. A highly popular place so reservations are recommended.

What to eat: goulash soup, chicken paprikash, stew dishes, Gundel palacsinta, and túrógombóc

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.

VígVarjú Étterem, located in Budapest’s historic Pesti Vigadó, offers a modern twist on traditional Hungarian cuisine in a gorgeous setting. Must-try dishes include the iconic Hungarian goulash, duck leg with red cabbage, and their signature flatbreads (Varjú-style). Pair your meal with a fine local wine or a refreshing homemade lemonade.