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The Budapest Business Journal, with its prominent track record spanning more than a quarter of a century, has always regarded it as one of its missions to provide a comprehensive overview of the best culinary destinations in Hungary. The Fine Restaurants magazine, published since 2004, has been a reliable source of information on the most outstanding restaurants the Hungarian capital and the countryside have to offer, seeking to help locals and visitors in keeping up-to-date with the everchanging gastronomic scene. The editorial section of the publication is a compilation of the year’s highlights and provides readers with useful clues as to which restaurants to choose to best fit each occasion. Ranging from the most accomplished, Michelin-starred venues, to latest openings, the best brunch spots, the classiest destinations for a business meal, and the most celebrated countryside eateries, Fine Restaurants is a must have and must read publication for lovers of the culinary arts. We wish to offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the world of our restaurants and the latest trends in Hungary with the aid of interviews with local business people, restaurateurs and diplomats. We tried to be as broad and as balanced as possible when compiling our Special Offers, a list of the best restaurants that discerning and adventurous diners should definitely visit.

We hope you will enjoy reading this publication and visiting the places it recommends just as much as we enjoyed working on it.

The Budapest Business Journal's annual restaurant publication, which features a list of Hungary’s

top 100 restaurants.

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Foreword The impressive development that Budapest has been undergoing in recent years is well reflected in the gastronomic scene as well. The Budapest Business Journal’s aim is to be a chronicler of this progress and the Fine Restaurants review is our way of keeping up with the changes taking place in this segment, but also of providing our readers with a comprehensive overview of long-established, exquisite venues that continue to reinvent themselves.

As a testament to the spectacular evolution of local gastronomy, the city now boasts six Michelin-starred restaurants, which we have reviewed for our readers who are seeking the ultimate fine-dining experience.

We hope that the Business Dining section will be of help in deciding where to take business partners for a pleasant meal, while the Food Pairing section offers a glimpse at some of the classiest restaurants that have paired up their signature dishes with exquisite wines and champagnes to dazzle the senses.

We wish you a pleasant excursion among the culinary delights that Budapest has to offer and hope that you will return to this publication time and again over the course of the year when you are trying to pick out the best venue for a family dinner, a laid-back Sunday Brunch, or a unique dining experience.

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Thomas Botka Publisher

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Contents A French-Hungarian Love Affair 8 The Stars of the Show

Additional offers 21 Hungarian Restaurant Alabárdos Antré AUM Babel Baltazár Budapest Baraka Beef bar Bock Bisztró Borkonyha Börze Corso Costes Costes Dowtown Cyrano Czakó Kert Deák St. Kitchen Émile ESCA Fuji Gundel Halászbástya KNRDY Kollázs La Fabrica La Perle Noire Larus Lauer Mák Olimpia Onyx Paletta

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Ultimate Venues for Sealing a Great Deal 28 New Venues for Culinary Adventures in Budapest

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Sunday Funday in Budapest

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Special offers A' la Maison Grand Arany Kaviár ARAZ Budapest Bisztró Caviar & Bull Fausto’s Ristorante & Osteria Madoff Meatology Múzeum Oinos Oliva's Riso Sociate Soon The Boat Tokio Budapest

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Anyukám Mondta Bistro Sparhelt Bori Mami Château Visz Erhardt Gusteau Gusto 13 Kritinus Kistücsök La Maréda Macok Mandula MI A Kô Neked Fôztem Pajta Platán Rév Csárda Rosinante Rókusfalvy Sauska 48 Tiszavirág Végállomás Viator Villa Medici Mild

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Legend Price range in EUR / person (main meal with drinks) (15-25, 25-40, 40-60, 60+)

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Restaurants A French-Hungarian Love Affair If you want to experience a bit of Parisian flair mixed with the perennial elegance of downtown Budapest, do not miss KOLLÁZS – Brasserie & Bar in Four Seasons Budapest. This stylish and chic eatery, designed in vibrant contemporary style, awaits visitors in one of the landmark buildings of the Hungarian capital, the Gresham Palace. An Art Nouveau masterpiece overlooking the Chain Bridge and offering a stunning panorama of the Duna Castle, the building was completed in 1906 and named after the 16thcentury English financier Sir Thomas Gresham, the founder of the Royal Exchange in London.

Withstanding the stormy decades of central Europe’s tumultuous 20th-century history and following extensive renovations, today it is home to the luxury Four Seasons Hotel and the KOLLÁZS restaurant.

As reflected in the choice of name, this Art Deco establishment is a collage of different ambiances and décors. The understated elegance of the magnificent interior is the work of San Francisco-based architects EDG Design, reflecting on the luxury of the interbellum years.

KOLLÁZS is grand in every detail, without a hint of stiffness or self-serving formality.

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“The goal is to have a different and characteristic atmosphere in each part of the restaurant, reflecting the theme of the current season,” said Sebastien Dehaye, restaurant manager. The walls are adorned by exclusive pieces of modern art, the work of international artists provided by local gallery LUMAS. The paintings and photos are changed four times a year, with a new exhibition greeting the start of each season. The spring collection features enlarged portraits of Marilyn Monroe alongside works depicting gardens in exuberant colours, exuding a vibrant, youthful energy.

The menu is dreamed up by the young and sprightly chef Árpád Győrffy, whose motto “Take a dose of adrenaline!” is reflected in the innovative and authentic mosaic of dishes. A finalist in the local round of the world’s most prestigious cooking competition, the National Bocuse d’Or Hungary, Győrffy’s eyes sparkle with enthusiasm as he speaks about his culinary inventions and his love of traditional Hungarian cuisine.

The food selection depends on the time of day.

The lunch menu is a limited collection of French, classic Hungarian and Plant Based dishes, also featuring sandwiches and hamburgers. A whole “Traditional Taste” section is dedicated to Hungarian all-time favourites, such as the bone marrow with oxtail ragout and spring onions or the chicken paprikash with cheese noodles and cucumber salad. Do not expect any “finetuning” or international twists; these traditional dishes are meant to showcase the real Hungarian kitchen at its best.

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The dinner menu is more encompassing and sophisticated, featuring a more pronounced French focus. The octopus and scallop with potato paprikash and sausage is a delectable example of the French-Hungarian love affair á la KOLLÁZS. The potato paprikash is a reinvention of the French potato gratin with the flavours of the sausage permeating the potato slices. The Plant Based section consists of vegetarian dishes, starring the main vegetables and fruits of the season, which are mostly purchased from local farmers and producers. Both at lunchtime and dinner, guests can create their own grilled dishes – with side dish and sauce – from a selection of excellent seafood or beef, thanks to the imposing charcoal grill and rotisserie set up inside the restaurant.

The chef and sommelier invite the more adventurous visitor on a culinary “Blind Date”, a set menu of surprise dishes put together on a daily basis using seasonal ingredients. The Blind Date is designed to delight the palate and test one’s gastronomic boundaries. While dishes in the menu can be adjusted to guests’ dietary needs, Győrffy believes that one’s dislike of particular ingredients can be overcome by skilful preparation and innovative combinations. If, for example, you’ve harboured a dislike for liver all your life, this is the time to give it a second chance. Don’t be surprised if Győrffy’s mastery emerges victorious. The wines, mostly French and Hungarian, are selected by sommelier Gábor Becker to perfectly complement the ingenious culinary creations.

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For instances of love at first sip, KOLLÁZS offers the opportunity to sample their most exquisite wines without buying the entire bottle. Using a state-of-the art technology called Coravin, even the most high-end wines can be tasted without removing the cork from the bottle and the process is a show worth seeing in itself.

Make sure you leave room for the final act: dessert. KOLLÁZS boasts a fully-decked patisserie and the cakes are designed to delight both the palate and the eye. Chocolate is undeniably the main star of the show, but unexpected ingredients such as olive oil, black tea, wasabi or truffles also play key roles. The humbly named King cake is a reinvention of the old classic Black Forest gateau, a chocolate and cherry layered cake. True to the inventive spirit of pastry chef Attila Menyhárt, the KOLLÁZS version comes in the shape of a disc, all decked out in white with a one-of-a kind decoration. The summer menu will include a signature Gresham cake, made of locally produced chocolate and raspberry.

Menyhárt politely declined to offer any more clues, saying it was a work in progress. I will definitely stop by this summer to satisfy my curiosity and my love for all things sweet.

The bar, illuminated at night by an immense chandelier, is an architectural gem in itself and a must-see place when you visit KOLLÁZS. There are more than 30 cocktails on the menu, each designed by the staff and mixed with homemade bitters, compressed and dried fruits, and syrups. Order a Calamansi and Tonic, an exotic version of the Gin and Tonic served with dark chocolate, or a Dawn of the Cask, which features mescal and Hungarian raspberry brandy, all aged in a barrel, take a seat on the open-air terrace to take in the buzz of downtown Budapest, or enjoy the live music provided by local bands from Wednesday to Saturday.

Be it lunch, a quick bite with friends or colleagues, dinner, or an evening drink, KOLLÁZS will treat you to a memorable experience.

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The Stars of the Show The Michelin star, that most coveted of awards among restaurateurs worldwide, was first endowed on a Hungarian restaurant in 2010. It was Costes that spearheaded this culinary revolution in Hungary and the past several years have witnessed a number of other establishments winning the prestigious award, helping place the city on the culinary map of the world. This year, guests with a taste for an exquisite fine-dining experience can choose from among six local restaurants that boast a Michelin star and another three venues that have been rewarded with a Bib Gourmand, a Michelin award given to restaurants that offer "exceptionally good food at moderate prices".

Restaurants Stand: Where Tradition Meets Perfection Celebrity chefs Szabina Szulló and Tamás Széll have delivered the performance the gourmet industry expected from them: merely nine months after opening Stand in downtown Budapest, the restaurant won a Michelin star. Széll is the most accomplished Bocuse d’Or contestant in Central Europe, having made it to the Lyon final at his first attempt in 2013. The Michelin Guide praises Stand for its “unfussy dishes that have their heart in the Hungarian classics; with the confident kitchen taking just a handful of top quality ingredients and allowing them to shine.” Try booking a table next to the kitchen, which is on view behind a glass partition, and marvel at the dynamic and passionate work unfolding in front of your eyes. The menu is designed to showcase the diversity of local gastronomy and the possibilities afforded by Hungarian ingredients, while ensuring that it meets all the expectations of modern times and contemporary gastronomy. It offers simple, well-thoughtout dishes, focusing on balanced flavours and harmonising ingredients. The restaurant uses very few ingredients that are not local and the dishes are created with the aim of surprising diners. The menu is concise and focused on Hungarian classics, like duck liver with marinated apple, smoked peanut, and Tokaji 6 puttonyos Aszú, Gulyás soup or the superbly cooked sterlet with cucumber salad and clam sauce. All dishes are presented without pomp and circumstance, accompanied by the very best Hungarian and European wines.

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Stellar Food in a Relaxed Setting The basic concept behind Borkonyha (Wine kitchen in English) is encapsulated in the name: a combination of outstanding food and wine is its recipe for success. This casual, laid-back restaurant in a pedestrian street next to the majestic St. Stephen’s Basilica offers just that: excellent dishes and an astounding selection of wines. The Michelin-starred Borkonyha blends the atmosphere of a French-style bistro with a contemporary family restaurant ambiance, offering the best of Hungarian cuisine. The wine assortment includes 200 different, mostly Hungarian wines that represent not only well-known wineries, but also small and yet-to-be-discovered cellars. More than 40 wines are available by the glass and the temperaturecontrolled wine shelf has a capacity of 1,200 bottles, allowing guests to buy wine by the bottle for take-away or to drink on spot. The cuisine is based on fresh ingredients, where possible purchased daily, and on the weekly-fortnightly changing offers written on the black board. Chef Ákos Sárközi had dreamt of becoming a photographer and his affinity for visual arts is perfectly demonstrated by the beautifully composed plates that leave his kitchen. Reservation is highly recommended.

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Success Stays in the Family Costes Downtown, as the name suggest, is the downtown sister restaurant of Costes, the first Hungarian establishment to ever win a Michelin Star. Costes Downtown followed in the footsteps of its sibling and won its Michelin Star shortly after opening. The restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, is located underneath the Prestige Hotel in a quaint little street just meters away from the Danube River. It boasts an open kitchen and real gastro fanatics can even book the Chef’s Table. Executive chef Miguel Rocha Vieira’s cooking style is based on international flavours, while blending the best of Hungarian and Mediterranean cuisine. Costes Downtown awaits guests with a friendly, “bistro-like” environment, a relaxed atmosphere, more affordable prices and bigger capacity than its older sister. The motto, however, is the same: “Quality gastronomy without compromise.”

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Restaurants Fine Dining Without Compromise Costes entered into the annals of Hungarian gastronomic history as the first restaurant in Hungary to become Michelin starred. Since winning the star in 2010, it has remained true to its founding concept of “quality gastronomy without compromise”, thus upholding not only its status as one of the most exclusive dining destinations in the city but also keeping its star. Costes is the only restaurant in its category to have a female chef at its helm in the person of Eszter Palágyi, who applies a distinct international approach to classic Hungarian cuisine.

The result is an unparalleled balance between tradition and innovation. The degustation menus, ranging from four to seven courses, are the best options for mapping the intricate world of flavours, textures, colours and designs at Costes. Palágyi’s dessert creations are truly spectacular, make sure you save room for dessert even if you opt for the á la carte menu. Costes is open for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday, with reservation highly recommended.

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Restaurants Tradition and Innovation Blended to Perfection Onyx, the only restaurant in Budapest to have won two Michelin stars, is the ultimate venue for those seeking a fine-dining experience in the classic sense of the word. Located in the heart of downtown Budapest, next door to the iconic Gerbaud Confectionery and Café, this exquisitely elegant restaurant awaits diners with an opulent interior design, dominated by crystal chandeliers and silk tapestries and with closed heavy curtains sealing off the outside world. Entering the interior space at Onyx, one has the distinct feeling of stepping into a sacred space dedicated to enchanting the senses. The restaurant offers two tasting menus christened “Within our Borders” and “Beyond Our Borders”, with the first highlighting the best ingredients the country has to offer, such as the Water buffalo tartare with shallot and mushrooms or the Venison “montage”, duck ravioli, celeriac, and chervil. The international menu is based on gastronomic inspirations from around the world and includes beautifully crafted combinations such as the Trout roll with shrimp and mushroom or the Stuffed paprika with lamb and tomato.

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A Meal Down Memory Lane The classy Bábel restaurant invites guests on a culinary trip to the magic world of Transylvania, the birthplace of chef István Veres. He uses simple yet unusual ingredients such as hay, nettles and lichen in his fascinating creations, all inspired by his Transylvanian childhood memories. Budapest’s 300-year-old former Piarist gimnázium (grammar school) gives home to Bábel and the interior designers decided to keep the walls in their original state – featuring, among other things, the marks of the Great Flood of 1838 – as a reflection on the venue’s dedication to keeping traditions alive and returning to one’s roots. Do not expect, however, this respect for tradition to be mirrored by either design or menu, as both are sleek, modern, elegant and singular. This finedining establishment offers a five-course classic menu, a ten-course tasting menu and a seven-course vegan tasting menu, with the featured dishes marrying unexpected ingredients to yield a distinguished and unique result.

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An inadequate location can be a blow to a business meal. To avoid that risk and to spare you the hassle of finding a suitable venue for your next business lunch or dinner, we have assembled a collection of some of the best fine-dining spots in Budapest that are optimal for such an occasion.

They offer a variety of cuisines and settings but all share the same uncompromising dedication to quality and high standards. If you want to take clients out for an enjoyable meal, these restaurants will definitely be of help in building the relationships your business needs.

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The Best of Italian Cuisine Amid Refined Elegance Fausto’s Ristorante and Osteria is a destination we highly recommend for those looking for elegant dining and exceptional service. Fausto’s is a long-time favourite business dining stop in Budapest, so don’t be surprised if you run into clients or business acquaintances. The restaurant overlooking the majestic Dohány utca synagogue is, in fact, a two-inone establishment. The Ristorante section is a fine-dining locale with an ambiance of refined elegance, while the Osteria is a more casual bistro.

Two places, two kinds of atmosphere, the same unmistakably flawless service and the same excellent selection of savoury dishes and excellent wines. Fausto’s Ristorante, open for both lunch and dinner, offers classic Italian dishes enriched with a touch of contemporary culinary know-how.

Although the á la carte menu is comprised of uniquely designed and executed dishes, feel free to ask for one of your Fausto favourites and the chef will prepare it for you. Make sure you try one of the many raw fish dishes for a truly authentic and unique culinary experience. Should making a choice prove difficult, go for one of the tasting menus, with up to seven courses. The dress code is smart casual, reservation is recommended. The Osteria is perfect if you are after a more laid-back dining experience. The menu here is slightly simpler, but the ingredients are of the same outstanding quality as in the Ristorante. A five-course daily menu is also available.

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Restaurants ARAZ: The Secret Ingredient for a Fruitful Business Meeting The ARAZ Restaurant in Budapest’s historic Jewish district is set to bedazzle visitors with its monumental interior and exquisitely elegant design.

Hungária Bath, one of the most outstanding works of the Hungarian Art Nouveau, gives home to this upscale eatery that only recently decided to dust off the initial concept of offering a fusion of French and Hungarian cuisine and reinvented itself as a bistro-style restaurant. The underlying realization behind the new concept is that guests no longer wish to spend up to three hours over a business lunch and prefer swifter service and less elaborate dishes without compromising on quality. The revamped restaurant now boasts an environment full of youthful vigour and casual ambiance, an ideal setting for a work-related lunch or dinner. The ARAZ theme-dinners held each month, such as the Monet dinner based on the recipes of the renowned French painter, combine the culinary and fine arts, providing an extra incentive for the lovers of high-end cuisine to stop by. The lunch menu, which includes two or three courses and changes every week, is a culinary trip around the world with a touch of ingenuity lent to every dish. For a more formal meal, the á la carte option offers such delicacies as the Foie gras, hazelnut, cranberry, beetroot, brioche or the Salmon with spinach, sugar snap peas, onion in red wine, butter pastry, champagne velouté. Bon appetite!

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Capturing the Spirit of Now A few years ago, a successful business lunch or dinner would have required a formal venue with starched white tablecloth and solemn atmosphere. But times are changing fast and few places are better suited to illustrate this new concept than the easy-going, vibrant and hip ÉS Bisztró in the Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest.

Walls covered by white tiles featuring drawings of animals and graffiti-like inscriptions, red-top tables and comfortable, leather-bound chairs lend the place a cosy, relaxed ambiance, rendering it a perfect venue for a firstrate meal and a fruitful business conversation. True to its name (és means “and” in Hungarian), the menu is a collection of traditional Hungarian AND Viennese dishes, building on the idea that good neighbours share recipes, among other things.

Executive chef Roland Holzer, who himself hails from Austria, devoted an entire section to the cuisine of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy, including such all-time favourites as the stew of veal tongue with bread dumplings or the legendary Tafelspitz, which consists of beef broth, bone marrow with toasted rye bread, meat and garnishes. The steak and grilled meat selection at ÉS is undoubtedly one of the main attractions, and for something truly special, try the signature Hay & Herbs Rib Eye, which is aged for 21 days with lavender, basil, and rosemary and sealed in its own fat to soak up the flavours and scents of the herbs. As a curiosity, the herbs, along with cocktail tomatoes and chili peppers, are grown on the rooftop of the Kempinski Hotel.

The carefully curated menu comes complete with an outstanding selection of wines and artisan beers. In the summer, the spacious terrace – seating upwards of 100 people – is a must try.

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Restaurants Émile Awaits You in the Buda Green Belt The classy Émile restaurant located in a splendid villa in the leafy hills of Buda is a great option for a relaxed business meal away from the hustle of downtown Budapest. The name choice is by way of homage to Swiss-born Hungarian confectioner, chocolate producer, industrialist and entrepreneur Émile Gerbeaud. Émile is actually the Buda side-business venture of the iconic Gerbeaud Café on Vörösmarty tér. From spring to autumn, the restaurant’s garden offers an amazing ambience, fit not only for a romantic dinner but also a business meeting that is somewhat different from the more formal settings of a downtown restaurant. Visitors can choose from a range of rooms at Émile, depending on their mood or the purpose of the meal. The dining room on the ground floor boasts an open kitchen and an airy atmosphere, while the Salon on the upper floor exudes a warm, elegant ambiance, reminiscent of an upper-class dining room. For a more intimate atmosphere, we recommend the Petit Salon, which can accommodate up to ten guests and which is an excellent setting for private business meetings or smaller family occasions. When it comes to food, the staff at Émile pay special attention to the harmony of ingredients and to being up to date with the latest trends in gastronomy. Chef András Frideczky places a great emphasis on international culinary innovations, which he combines artfully with local traditions.

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New Venues for Culinary Adventures in Budapest Budapest’s gastronomic Renaissance of recent years continues in full swing and those out for an untried gourmet experience can cherry-pick among the new places the city has to offer. Be it state-ofart fine dining or a chic, unconventional establishment, the range of new restaurants popping up across the city is astounding. We have tried and tested some of the new venues and found it challenging to pin down the best that Budapest is now boasting. While home to a myriad of well-established and internationally recognised restaurants, some of the capital’s newly opened eateries will surely awe even the most seasoned gourmet visitor. Be prepared to be pleasantly surprised.

Restaurants Where Cooking Excellence Meets the Arts and Sciences The owners of Michelin-starred Borkonyha had long been brewing the idea of opening another restaurant. Years of brainstorming and meticulous planning yielded Textúra, which was created and designed with the intention of bringing back the intimacy and informality of Borkonyha at around the time of its opening days. This easy-going fine-dining establishment, located literally a few metres away from its “big sister” in the centre of Budapest’s business and tourist district, is a place where playfulness, experiments and new discoveries are part of everyday life.

No binding concept or attempt at mimicking a trend, only an honest dedication to quality Hungarian kitchen with international influences and an amazing selection of top wines (most of which are available by the glass as well). Executive chef Ákos Sárközi, who is also at the helm of Borkonyha, relies mostly on local produce and brings back old, traditional cooking methods such as poaching, smoke-curing and confiting, combined with techniques and ingredients currently en vogue in the international world of cooking. The result is a kitchen that is characterized by spontaneity and flexibility and reflects the name (Texture), as Sárközi is constantly experimenting with textures and consistencies.

The owners are intent on establishing more interaction between the staff and guests, and invite diners to take part in the finishing touches of the meals. More than gastronomy, this an encounter of the best ingredients with arts, mathematics and physics on the table; this is Textúra.

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Dinner in the Midst of the Family Gléda in Budapest’s District III on the Buda side of the river invites guests to travel back in time. The restaurant represents a revival of the genuine family restaurant genre of a bygone era. The interior mirrors this underlying concept: old and new are confidently combined to create a pleasant balance. Grandma’s old cupboard fits perfectly with the modern elements of interior design. The result is a classic home vibe, which makes one feel like returning home for a Sunday dinner with the family.

The spacious terrace is the perfect setting for lunch or dinner in the summer. The menu features the familiar dishes of traditional Hungarian cuisine and the flavours are a testament of the respect and love those in charge feel for culinary traditions. Co-owner János Deli is a veteran of the catering industry, having kicked off his career in one of Heston Blumenthal’s restaurants in the United Kingdom. Chef Sándor Kerekes’ name is also familiar to local foodies; he has earned a fine reputation at various restaurants in Hungary after a stint abroad. Rabbit, pigeon and grey cattle, or traditional meals such as stuffed cabbage, poppy seed dessert and pumpkin cream soup, have all earned their place on the dinner table of the Hungarian upper middle classes. The aim at Gléda is to recreate this ambiance and selection in a professional, elegant and tasteful manner. Traditions and novelties go hand in hand at Gléda, with a special focus on excellent quality meat dishes.

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The Dolce Vita Factory La Fabbrica is a culinary “factory” dishing out elegant and sumptuous southern Italian and Mediterranean courses, with a little twist from a classical Hungarian kitchen. This latest addition to the array of excellent restaurants in downtown Budapest, delighting guests with a picturesque, panoramic view of St. Stephen’s Basilica, is the “casa” of real passion for gastronomy. The first “vow” impression upon entering hails from the magnificent size of the restaurant, decked out in a vibrant and ornate style. The interior designers integrated the original elements of the building, the ceiling with the stuccos and the 150-year old mosaic floor, into the design concept. The main hall leads directly to the restaurant with an open kitchen, and next to it there is the bar and the winter terrace. The generous use of wood and the warm lights create a cosy and eclectic atmosphere in this urban space. The menu is a mélange of treats from the south of the continent, with such highlights as the sensuous homemade spaghetti “alla chitarra” with black squid ink and salmon caviar or the beautifully presented Sardinian Fregula with mussels. The bar impresses not only with its design but also its cocktail menu. The staff is made up of internationally trained professionals, some returning from London, some from the States to shake and mix extravagant creations in La Fabbrica. For a true taste of the celebrated Mediterranean feeling, take a seat on the spacious terrace, enjoy the breeze of a summer evening and immerse yourself in the vibe of the city.

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Restaurants A Bite of the Far East Where You Least Expect It It is safe to say that Aum restaurant is a bit of a “wild card.” Located in a nondescript shopping mall reminiscent of the Socialist era and far from the centre of the city, it is typically the kind of place that welcomes locals in the know as regulars. Do not let the location, however, dissuade you from visiting this hidden gem. Chef Dániel Varga has spent years in Southeast Asia and returned to Hungary with a treasure trove of culinary knowledge that he now shares with everyone at Aum. The menu does not differ much from the location: Spartan in design and eclectic in terms of offerings. But as the food starts arriving the situation changes dramatically for the better: beautifully designed plates presenting Asianinspired dishes prepared in a novel and highly experienced manner. Let’s just take the pork knuckles with kimchi and papaya as a starter or the Coq au vin Massaman with parsley potatoes: this should give you a taste of what the chef is up to. The lemonade is frothy, guests can use tweezers for chopsticks and these are just some of the playful twists that await the adventurous diner. One thing is for sure: once you get over the initial surprise (perhaps even shock for some), the blend of excellent flavours and unexpected textures will stay with you for a very long time.

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A Match Made in Heaven: The Best Pairings of Food and Wine Searching for the perfect wine to go along with a selection of world-class caviar or a rosĂŠ duck breast? Look no further, because the restaurants featured in the following pages have it all figured out. These stylish fine-dining venues have paired up some of their signature dishes with exquisite wines and champagnes to offer an exceptional sensory and culinary union. Relying on the science of matching components, textures, and flavours, these chefs and sommeliers have put their creativity and skills to the best use in creating great-tasting and oftentimes unusual combinations.

Restaurants Cheerful and Luxurious in Every Detail Just a few minutes away from St. Stephen Basilica, a new and exclusive bar has opened its imposing doors, decorated with emerald green Zsolnay tiles, to the public. Called Madoff Bar & Kitchen, it is the place to be for the fashionable crowd. Upon entering, the visitor is greeted by a carefully designed bar that is luxurious in every detail. Highlights include ice-cold premium French champagnes, fresh oysters and a premium selection of Beluga caviar, but aged steaks and truffles are also featured. The drinks menu consists of an astounding 300 varieties, offering one of the city’s largest vodka and gin selections, signature cocktails and rare vintage alcohols. If you are a steak aficionado, you are definitely in the right place as Madoff offers the best 100% black angus T-bone and Porterhouse steaks in town, dry aged for 36 days. The elegant VIP room, which can also be booked for special occasions, is located on the upper floor with large glass surfaces, allowing guests to enjoy the atmosphere of vibrant nightlife. Upon request, the room can also be separated if guests wish to entertain business partners or friends in a more exclusive environment.

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Caviar with a Golden Shine Nestled at the foot of the Buda Castle, Arany Kaviár (“Golden Caviar”) is a long-standing favourite among local aficionados of exquisite Russian cuisine and a magnet for visitors searching for a chic culinary adventure. True to its name, this classy restaurant offers a selection of world-class caviars and champagne that is unique in the Hungarian capital. If you are in the mood for a genuine caviar rarity, make sure to order the “Arany Kaviár reserve” Kaluga caviar, a delicacy you will not come across anywhere else in the country. A hybrid of the Amuri Beluga and Kaluga, the “Arany Kaviár reserve” shimmers with a golden light much like a crown jewel mediaeval knights might have fought for. Sommelier Péter Tüü, a two-time Hungarian champion, recommends a glass of 2008 Champagne Philipponnat “1522” Grand Cru Extra Brut to accompany this outstanding dish. One of the most prestigious champagne manufacturers in France, established in 1522, Philipponat’s 2008 Extra Brut delights the palate with mature, intensive bubbles and a touch of citrus flavours.

This pairing is guaranteed to linger long in your memory. If you are in the mood for tasting some of the world’s most renowned champagnes, Arany Kaviár is the place to visit. The restaurant offers a sample menu of champagnes by the glass, so go ahead and enjoy the splendid taste of a glass of Dom Perignon, or Champagne Alfred Gratien or Kreinbacher Brut Classic in a graciously elegant setting. If champagne is not your thing, order a shot of excellent vodka in a glass carved out of ice.

It will complement the golden caviar just as nicely.

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Restaurants Take Your Stereotypes Out to a Multi-Sensory Dinner UNCENSORED, the new project of Caviar&Bull has not even lanched its website yet and still the next available seats are in September. Why? This one-of-a-kind restaurant is now inviting guests on a gastronomical tour of the world designed to uproot the culinary clichés deeply imprinted in the collective consciousness. When talking about American cuisine, most people think of BBQs and hamburgers, the Hungarian kitchen is almost always linked to gulyás (goulash) and pörkölt (stew), and I bet Italians have long grown tired of the pizza/pasta stereotype. The restaurant’s new concept, dubbed "UNCENSORED by Caviar&Bull" offers visitors the ultimate dining experience with a unique audio-visual show.

Each dish of the 11-course menu takes you on a table-bound visit to some of the top tourist destinations in the world, accompanied by a short info video and an original take on a signature dish from each particular country. Competing in Hungarian colours is chef György Tivadar’s personal interpretation of the Mangalica (a unique, curly-haired Hungarian pig that produces succulent pork) cheek pörkölt with spaetzli (a pasta dumpling) and cucumber salad. Stereotypical? Of course. But executed with unparalleled perfectionism. Sommelier Viktória Evans has chosen the Heumann Terra Tartaro 2013 (the Heumann winery’s iconic Bordeaux blend) to accompany this sumptuous treat. It is a fantastic and complex wine, harmonising perfectly with the melt-in-the-mouth texture of the pork. Taste the world from Russia to Japan, from Spain to the United States under UNCENSORED by Caviar&Bull’s expert guidance, and let the experience dazzle your senses. Reservation is highly recommended.

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Dinner with a View Moored right next to the iconic Chain Bridge in the heart of Budapest, Spoon is a restaurant boat offering a dazzling view of the Castle and the rolling hills of Buda. Regardless of whether you choose a table in one of the three indoor restaurants or on one of the two huge terraces, the panorama is guaranteed to delight. The menu is an eclectic mix of delicacies from the Far East, international cuisine and traditional Hungarian fare, the latter much in vogue with visiting foreigners. Spoon caters to guests from all around the world, offers an entirely vegan selection of dishes, and pays particular attention to clients with special dietary needs. Although singling out a specific dish is a challenging task, the duck breast creation by chef Róbert Szűcs, featured on the new summer menu, is a light and fresh treat for a warm summer evening. It comes with a side of green pea purée with a touch of ginger, green pea doughnuts and teriyaki endives. The home-made teriyaki is especially delightful and is a heavenly match with the slightly grilled endives. The sommelier has chosen the Bella Rosa rosé by the Figula winery to accompany this colourful and enticing dish. The Cabernet rosé is spicy and fruity at the same time and is an ideal match for the duck breast. The tapioca pudding with a selection of fruits is the perfect choice to finish off a memorable dinner in an enchanting setting.

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A Marriage of Love: St. Andrea Wines and Hearty Hungarian Cuisine Mention the name St. Andrea to any wine loving Hungarian and watch a smile spread across their face. One of the country’s most prestigious wineries from Eger, St. Andrea is producing award-winning red and white wines from the same area, which is a particularly challenging task. Their base in Budapest is the St. Andrea Restaurant, located in the Eiffel Palace, one of the capital’s oldest and most dazzling buildings, just a few steps away from the busy Nyugati Railway Station. Stepping into the restaurant from the bustling streets of downtown Budapest, the visitor is greeted by restrained elegance and an ambience exuding calm and finesse. Motivated by the conviction that locals and tourists are all hungry for classic Hungarian flavours, the owners and the chef strive to offer traditional Hungarian treats without a twist or a touch of the 21st century, using Grandma’s recipes, the finest ingredients from Hungary and abroad, and a generous helping of culinary professionalism.

Try the Hungarian beef stew with homemade bread and marinated cucumber and let the waiters persuade you to dunk the scrumptious gravy with the bread just as locals would do over Sunday lunch. We recommend a glass of the ruby red St. Andrea 2013 Merengő Bikavér (Bull’s Blood) with spicy notes and complex flavours to accompany the stew. A lighter but no less traditional choice is the lecsó, Hungarian-style ratatouille, prepared with three kinds of tomatoes, three kinds of peppers, eggs and Csabai sausage. The 2017 St. Andrea Kadarka Sommelier Selection, only available at the restaurant, is the perfect choice of wine to go with this fresh yet filling dish.

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Restaurants A Nest of Tranquillity in the Heart of the City Imagine roaming the bustling streets of Budapest and stumbling upon a bistro set in the middle of a tranquil, lush garden that mutes the noise of the surrounding urban jungle. Welcome to Czakó Kert (Czakó Garden) on Gellért Hill, a multifunctional establishment designed as a venue for relaxation, culinary adventures and even grocery shopping in a distinctly rural setting a few minutes away from the heart of the city.

Walking into the garden one is struck by the feeling of having travelled all the way to the legendary French region of Provence. The outdoor tables are set in a spacious area populated by fig trees, lavender bushes, grapevines and a great variety of spices, enchanting the eye with bright and rich shades of green.

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The building of the bistro is an architectural curiosity in itself. The owners decided to keep the frame of the vineyard house, one of the oldest surviving buildings in the area, and the designer placed a huge glass cube under the roof of the old barn, which is now the interior of the stylish bistro. Light floods the bistro from all corners and the old red brick walls and ancient wooden beams visible through the glass lend the place an atmosphere of airy elegance.

Czakรณ Kert is a favourite hang-out for residents in the neighbourhood and guests start streaming in as soon as the bistro opens for a hearty breakfast or a cup of coffee to kick start the day. Great emphasis is placed on breakfast, which is served until 4 p.m., and the offerings include French, Hungarian and Vienna-style breakfasts, egg variations served with white or rye mini breads and fresh salad, all prepared using fresh ingredients from local farmers. The bread is made on the spot by the Czakรณ bakery and you can buy most of their bakery products at the small kiosk located in the middle of the garden.

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The lunch and dinner menu reflects the chef’s determination to rely on seasonal ingredients to the largest possible extent. It features a range of salads with smoked trout or quail eggs, a whole section devoted to lecsó, the Hungarian version of ratatouille, and meat dishes such as duck legs or game ragout beef. The dessert section presents a sweet challenge: the cakes and pastries are so delicious and beautiful to behold that choosing just one is a dilemma in itself. The lemon tartelettes, the mulberry cottage cheese cakes or the pecan brownies, made on the premises by Czakó’s own confectionery, are tastefully displayed in a glass refrigerator inside the bistro, and one can easily linger for minutes just gawking at them before making a final decision.

The early afternoon sees the arrival of parents with their young offspring from the nearby playground or straight from kindergarten, who stop by for a scoop of ice cream or a cake. Initially, Czakó Kert functioned as a pastry shop and many local residents return for the sweet delicacies it still offers.

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crowds mulling around stands of colourful produce. Every Saturday from 8 AM to 2 PM the garden turns into a bustling farmer’s market where carefully selected producers from all around the country sell fresh vegetables, fruit, dairy products, honey or sausage. It is the perfect opportunity to spice up your grocery shopping with a cup of coffee, to have a friendly chat with some of the producers or just taste some of their ware in the bistro.

Future plans at Czakó Kert include the opening of the charmingly restored wine cellar to the public in the autumn. Walking down a set of narrow stairs at the end of the courtyard into the cellar, one is greeted by a waft of cool air and a spacious room to the right with a huge wooden table in the middle. The red brick walls and discrete lightning fixtures in the floor exude a calm atmosphere, rendering the place perfect for a night of wine tasting with friends or family.

Stop by Czakó Kert if you want a break from the buzz and rush of the bustling capital and enjoy the serenity and cosy ambiance of this unique venue. Chances are you will soon be planning your next visit.

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Sunday Funday in Budapest Sunday enjoys a mixed reputation with most people. It is the last day you can sleep in before the Monday mania kicks in, but it also heralds the end of the weekend, with school and work right around the corner. If you guard your free time with the fierceness of a lion and do not want to spend half of the day in the kitchen, we have one word for you: Brunch. Whether you enjoy waking up in the morning or not, the thought of a sumptuous spread accompanied by a mimosa, Bloody Mary or a cup of coffee should be enough motivation to get you out of bed. If you are struggling from a late night out or celebrating a special occasion, one of these eateries that we have carefully selected will surely offer the dish and the ambiance to satiate you.

Restaurants A New Level of Brunch Experience at The Ritz Carlton The iconic stained-glass cupola and the stunning crystal chandelier make the Kupola Lounge of The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest the perfect venue for a Sunday afternoon meal where guests can experience the culinary delights artfully presented by the Gastronomy Team.

With its high ceiling, warm colours, velvet textures, the Kupola Lounge evokes the ambiance of the old coffee houses Budapest was once famous for, in a modern and elegant way.

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The photographs and images adorning the walls tell interesting stories about the city and Hungary, taking you on a journey through the history of the early 1900’s adding a new layer to your Budapest discovery. The laid-back Gin & Jazz Sunday Brunch offers a truly colourful feast featuring a lavish buffet, an amazing dessert selection, craft gin cocktails, a kid’s corner, and mood-setting vibrant live jazz in an inviting ambiance. The recently launched Sunday Brunch offers special welcome cocktails based on gin, surprising guests with ever-changing themes, week by week. This unique culinary experience includes a wide range of specially crafted dishes such as the goose liver mousse with dry fruit chutney, farm chicken breast ‘Picata’, or the roasted prime rib of beef with oven baked baby potatoes from the dedicated carving station.

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One of the highlights of the Sunday Brunch, definitely not something to be missed, is the dessert corner, where the ‘Patisserie of the Year’ award-winner Chef István Mázás introduces his famous cake selection including many of his signature masterpieces, such as the iconic Royal Chocolate Cake.

An amazingly presented gin corner also awaits guests, showcasing the hotel’s crafted specialties. Gin used to be produced only in the United Kingdom and only from juniper berry; nowadays it is being produced in subtly different ways using a wide range of herbal ingredients, a considerable number of distinctive styles and brands. The Brunch proudly introduces the unique Agárdi Hungarian Dry Gin. Music serves as a crucial part of the experience, creating a refined ambience.

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Acoustic music will be performed by our resident The Gentlemen Band (including a singer, pianist, double bass and drums),playing vibrant and refreshing live jazz tunes.

The Ritz-Carlton experience will be fun for our youngest Guests too, as they can enjoy various children’s activities and games in the Kids’ Corner with the help of our animators.

“We would like to bring back the iconic, elegant and chic brunch that our house used to be famous for,” said Ernő Kis-Király, Director of Food & Beverage at The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest. The brunch is available in a Basic package for HUF 10,500 per person, including a welcome drink, unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee, or in an Extended package for HUF 13,500 per person, which in addition to the Basic package’s offerings also contains unlimited consumption of the house wine, sparkling wine and beer. A 10% discretionary service charge will be added to the bill.

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A Royal Brunch at the Corinthia The Brasserie & Atrium restaurant in the splendid Corinthia Hotel Budapest offers the best of international and Hungarian cuisine. The consistently excellent quality and the constantly renewed menus are the trademarks of executive chef Péter Bolyki. Uniquely in Hungary, the restaurant presents thematic Sunday brunches that combine culinary delights with entertainment and fascinating experience for the entire family. Past themed brunches include the Scottish Brunch, organised in honour of the poet Robert Burns, and featuring whisky-based cocktails as well as the finest Scottish delicacies, such as haggis or cranachan trifle. Similarly, the restaurant held a Pirate’s Brunch, an International Women’s Day Brunch or a Le Farfalle Brunch earlier this year. In addition to mouth-watering dishes, the tiniest members of the family are welcomed with a variety of exciting games, scores of handcraft programmes, a cheerful team of anima tors and everyone’s favourite, Roy, the giant squirrel. Every single moment is full of excitement and joy in the kid’s corner while adults may indulge in the superb courses of the richly set tables. Live music, gourmet dishes and exquisite programmes await guest every week. The Brasserie & Atrium restaurant promises an unforgettable culinary experience, countless surprises and a true Royal feeling for guests of all ages.

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Restaurants Spend a Sunday by the Danube The Budapest Marriott Hotel’s renovated DNB restaurant boasts a novel “farm to table” concept and a design that was inspired by the Bauhaus style and cubist art. Designers utilized brass, steel, granite, oak, white Carrara marble and leather to create a modern, yet warm and airy atmosphere. Marriott’s Sunday brunch has a track record of close to two decades and attracts a steady local clientele in addition to hotel guests and tourists strolling along the iconic Danube promenade. The buffet-style brunch offers a mix of international and local dishes and a kid’s corner with such classics as spaghetti with tomato sauce or mini burgers. A new initiative at the DNB is a separated stand dedicated to the culinary delicacies of a particular country with the theme changing every month. The á la carte restaurant is also open during brunch, catering to guests with special dietary needs. If you visit in the summer, make sure to take a table on the spacious terrace and enjoy your brunch while taking in a stunning view of the Buda Castle or the ships gliding by on the Danube. The price of the Sunday brunch, available from noon to 3 p.m., is HUF 11,800, which includes unlimited food consumption and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The Saturday shopping lunch, much similar to next day’s brunch, offers a more limited selection of food, at a cost of HUF 5,500. Reservation is recommended.

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CEO Favourites Restaurants, meals, wine - some of the most subjective issues to discuss. Which is the best?

Which one would you try for a business meal?

For the best recommendations, you need to ask a friend or someone whom you trust. We consulted three expats who lead the local headquarters of international companies here in Hungary. Melanie Seymour, Erik Slooten and Thijs Komen shared their special knowledge about the best of Budapest’s gastro venues and Hungary’s wines.

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Erik Slooten IT Services Hungary

Which is your favourite restaurant in Budapest?

What I love about eating out in Budapest is that there are a lot of seriously great places, and not necessarily the white tablecloth restaurants. In Hungary in general there’s a remarkable focus on trying to deliver something great, and the wine lists are especially fantastic. My absolute favourite is Bábel, one of my most outstanding culinary experiences here in Hungary. The place is Transylvania only and has a very strong emotional tie to that area.

What makes it attractive is that it is truly a journey, and at the time I was there it surprised me it hadn’t yet received a Michelin star. It’s not just for a night out since there are 11 courses on the degustation menu with matching wines. The chef here is really pushing the envelope and has set up something creative.

Is there a place you visit regularly for business meals?

Zóna is my no-frills favourite with its fantastic service, great atmosphere and beautifully prepared food. Seriously, I’ve never had any issues with food here; it was always prepared very well.

I’d also recommend Petrus for the same reason; it never disappoints. The only problem here is that they’re quite understaffed, but the French bistro ambiance, and the lovely food are worth the visit. Esca Studio is an exciting pick, very small and cosy with an eight-course seasonal menu and natural wines from the region.

Do you have a favourite Hungarian wine?

I love the small wineries, the excitement in making new discoveries from time to time. The house I rent now has a wine cellar and I’ve already started filing it up. It’s curiosity driving me to try new wineries but I especially love to make personal encounters. I love the stories behind the wines and I love to learn to trust the winery, too. Quality is very high and there are few types of grapes that are unique to Hungary, which add a local flavour to wines here. I love Bolyki and Gál Tibor in Eger, Gere in Villány; they can’t go wrong.

And Balaton regions such as Somló and Tihany. My current favourite is Gallai, with its white wine.

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Thijs Komen,

General Manager Air France KLM, ACE- Alps, Balkans and Central Europe Which is your favourite restaurant in Budapest?

My absolute favourite right now is Mák Bistro. This restaurant has been such a complete experience, from the interior design to the food with matching drinks, the service, the atmosphere that I absolutely fell in love with the place. What I like about not just visiting but living in Budapest is that I get the chance to explore places. I’ve been to a number of restaurants already and I prefer the leisurely, simple venues, or even the ruin pubs that have such a great milieu.

Is there a place you visit regularly for business meals?

Monk’s Bistro is a place where a very high-standard threecourse dinner comes at affordable prices. The name choice is telling, as it was inspired a former kitchen of Piarist monks in the 19th century. I’ve also taken our CFO out once to MazelTov, which he really appreciated. The relaxed, homely feeling and the fact that locals also visit this place was the reason for my choice and the evening turned out just perfect.

Do you have a favourite Hungarian wine?

Well, to be honest, I’m more of a beer person, and I prefer simple, no-nonsense lager. Nevertheless, I do appreciate a nice glass of wine every now and then, especially when it comes with a matching meal. We visited Eger with my family for instance, where I tried the famous local wine, the Bikavér or Bull’s Blood.

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Melanie Seymour CEO, BlackRock

Which Budapest restaurant is your current favourite and why?

My favourite restaurant changes often as I constantly try out new places. Currently, my favourites are Caviar and Bull, Bábel, and Textúra, but I’m always happy to go to Zeller, Urban Betyar and Bock Bistro.

Which Budapest restaurant would you recommend for a business lunch?

Considering that I work in the 13th district I like to go to Melba, Dunapark Etterem and La Perle Noir in the Andrassy Hotel.

Do you have any favourites in the countryside?

Unfortunately I haven’t had a lot of time to discover the countryside but when I did go I enjoyed Márga Bistro in Csopak, the Rókusfalvy Inn in Etyek and the LaBor Bistro in Tokaj.

Which wine/winery/wine region is your current Hungarian favourite?

I prefer white wines so I lean towards the Tokaj wine region.

Szepsy wines are the closest to me, especially their Furmint.

It also gives me a great pleasure to see that the Tokaj area has some great female winemakers. Stephanie Berecz of Kikelet Pince is one of them in Tarcal. At the same time, I also enjoy a nice bottle of Gere Kopár, or Németh János’ Sygno Bikavér.

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BEAUTY, GOURMET, CULTURE AND SAVOIR-VIVRE Hungarian-Viennese ÉS Bisztró, New York style ÉS Deli, avant-garde Japanese Nobu, creative cocktail specialist Blue Fox The Bar and The Living Room where guests can relax in style. These venues make up Kempinski Corvinus’ culinary universe under one roof: Gastronomic Quarter Downtown Budapest.

Erzsébet tér 7-8 | 1051 Budapest | kempinski.com/budapest

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A 'la Maison Grand

A 'la Maison offers French and international cuisine. It is famous for its break fast specialities like Eggs Benedict, Croque Madame, Croque Monsieur American Pancake, Belgian waffle and it has gluten and lactose free options on its menu.

It ser ves break fast all day until 6pm and offers a seasonal lunch menu ever y day from noon until 6pm. It is in the Top 10 of break fast place in Budapest.

A 'la Maison Grand Address of restaurant: 1052 Budapest, Szervita tér 3.

Telephone number: +36 (20) 618-7580 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (20) 618-7580 E-mail address: reservation@alamaisonbudapest.hu, Website address: www.alamaisongrand.com Name of manager: Mészáros Gábor Name of executive chef: István András Name of Sou- chef: Gubó Mira, Földesi Csenge Pastry Chef Földesi Csenge Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 08:00-22:00, Friday-Saturday 08:00-23:00 Number of seating places: 115 year of establishment: 2014

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Arany Kaviár Restaurant

The Michelin recommended “Golden Caviar” is a quiet and charming restaurant with a romantic garden, only a five-minute walk from Castle Hill.

Besides caviar served in various ways, important pillars of its offering are two special tasting menus.

One consists of an assortment of traditional meat dishes, while the other one puts together various Hungarian fresh-water fish dishes. You can also eat á la carte, and there is excellent seafood and fresh oysters to be had. The special wine pairings for the tasting menus as well as the wine and champagne list are put together by the sommelier, who was recently chosen as this year’s Sommelier Champion of Hungary. Open for lunch and dinner, closed on Mondays, reservation recommended.

Arany K aviár Restaurant Address of restaurant: 1015 Budapest, Ostrom utca 19.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 685-6000 or +36 (1) 201-6737 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (30) 685-6000 or +36 (1) 201-6737 E-mail address: reservation@aranykaviar.hu, Website address: www.aranykaviar.hu Name of OWNER-manager: Molnár Attila Name of chef: Kanász László Name of sou-chef: Lendvai Levente, Name of Executive chef: Nyíri Szása Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 12:00-14:30, 18:00-22:30 Type of cuisine: International, Russian Number of seating places: 55

(additional 32 can be seated on the air conditioned and heated, four seasonal terrace) YEARS OF ESTABLISHMENT: 1990

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Araz Restaurant

Restaurant ARAZ is located in the so called „Jewish Quarter” of Budapest, in district VII, only a few minutes walk from the largest synagogue in Europe called the Dohany Street Synagogue. As the restaurant of the Continental Hotel Budapest****Superior, it has considered its most important mission from the first moment of its opening to provide a dining opportunity of the highest quality in an exclusive environment, both for hotel guests from foreign countries and domestic patrons walking in from the street. To accomplish that, Áron Barka, the Chef de Cuisine of the restaurant, member of La Confrérie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs has dreamt up a special bistro concept: by combining traditional, international cuisine with modern kitchen technology (such as the Sous Vide technology) and using only the best-quality, fresh ingredients an unforgettable gastronomic journey is guaranteed. The art nouveau ambience taken from the preserved stylistic features of the former Hungária Spa has the perfect atmosphere for having a lunch or a dinner. Maintaining a wide variety is essential; therefore, Restaurant ARAZ offers several programmes, such as Wine Duet Dinners, BBQ parties and probably the most popular Business Lunch option in the area, where „quality is a habit”. The interior terrace of the restaurant has a very special atmosphere: a green oasis in the middle of the bustling city.

ARAZ Restaurant Address of restaurant: 1074 Budapest, Dohány utca 42-44.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 815-1100 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (1) 815-1100 E-mail address: araz@araz.hu, Website address: www.araz.hu Name of manager: Varga Attila Name of chef: Barka Áron Sous chefs: Major Gergely, Bakonyi Balázs Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 07:00-23:00 TYPE OF CUISINE: International Number of seating places: 120 + 30 year of establishment: 2010

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7/8 SZÉCHENYI SQUARE 1051 BUDAPEST TEL.: +36 1 377 6737 WWW.DRROSE.HU

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Dr. Rose Private Hospital works with leading physicians who are accomplished experts in their profession. Whether you come for a check-up or a treatment, book a consultation without any waiting time in more than 30 medical fields to cover all your needs. Dr. Rose Private Hospital, Obstetrics, Orthopedic Center, Budapest Plastic Surgery Institute and Corporate Health Care offer comprehensive, premium quality healthcare services with state-of-the-art medical equipment, in an exclusive setting right in the heart of Budapest.

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Budapest Bisztró Legendary Gulyás soup....The most well-known dish of Hungarian cuisine and with good reason. This embodies everything the Budapest Bistro’s philosophy represents. In our restaurant that seats more than 100 persons inside and 100 on the terrace, we welcome our domestic and foreign guests with dishes that provide a casual or fine dining experience which is enhanced by our comfortable 510 sqm establishment. We take the conventional flavours which are based on the rich Hungarian gastronomical traditions and we fuse them with the expectations of the highest quality in modern gastronomy. We offer Downtowns widest breakfast selection, handmade cakes and homemade pastries to those who like to enjoy food made to perfection and “life itself”, just like us. Our Hungarian enclosed, view as you dine kitchen, which is unique in the city, and our state of the art walk-in wine cellar ,which is home to the highest quality of wines available, is a joyful sight for those in love with gastronomy. To compliment the culinary pleasures we offer live music and classic “bar and piano” atmosphere. Visit us and enjoy the real Budapest Bistro experience.

Budapest Bisztró Address of restaurant: 1054 Budapest, Vécsey utca 3.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 783–0788 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (1) 783–0788 E-mail address: info@budapest-bistro.hu, Website address: www.budapest-bistro.hu Name of manager: Arany Tibor Name of chef: Hegedűs Balázs Opening hours: Monday-Friday 07:30-24:00, Saturday-Sunday 09:00-24:00 type of cuisine: International, Hungarian Number of seating places: 100+100 year of establishment: 2012

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CONTACT US Erzsébet körút 43-49, Budapest Telephone: + 36 1 479 4850 E-mail: booking@brasserieandatrium.hu www.brasserieandatrium.com

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1025 Budapest, Pusztaszeri str. 57.

E-mail: cafe57@cafe57.hu cafe57BP restaurant57

Phone: +36 1 325 6078 +36 30 1957 000 92 www.cafe57.hu

Open: Monday to Friday 7:45-23:00 Saturday to Sunday 10:00-22:00

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Caviar & Bull Friendly and attentive service brings together the environment we are surrounded by with the delicious food we are served. Trendy, yet luxurious place. It`s a real gem. In Caviar&Bull everything is about delivering the most attention to detail both when it comes to the popular locally influenced International Cuisine it offers and the service it provides. The Budapest venue is the second Caviar&Bull within the Marvin Gauci Group of Restaurants. Never resting Founder/Owner, Marvin Gauci and CEO/ co-owner, Laszlo Kezdi-Schlachta are looking into various countries to further grow the brand. Very soon, one will be able to taste the different cuisine`s influences on the menu when newer and newer outlets pop up in different locations.

Join Caviar&Bull for a truly memorable dining experience. Let it be a romantic dinner on a special occasion or a business meeting, Caviar&Bull is the place to be.

Caviar & Bull Address of restaurant: 1073 Budapest, Erzsébet körút 43-49.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 832 3232 E-mail address: budapest@caviarandbull.com, Website address: www.caviarandbull.com/budapest Name of manager: Tom Hegedűs Name of chef: George Tivadar Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 17:00-24:00 Type of cuisine: Iinternational with local influence Number of seating places: 80 year of establishment: 2017

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Fausto’s

Ristorante & Osteria FAUSTO’S Cucina semplice con gusto.

Fausto’s Ristorante and Osteria, all in one; the same unique service, fine selection of food, wine and spirits and the unmistakable Fausto style, yet, a distinctive of atmosphere for each.

Fausto’s Ristorante – open for lunch and dinner alike – offers classic Italian courses sprinkled with the latest arts of contemporary cuisine, made from the best organic produce and serviced with caring affection. All ingredients of all courses preserve their original Flavour; yet, together they orchestrate a rare harmony. Fausto’s Osteria – open from midday – offers traditional Italian courses and a cozy Bistro feeling. Startling daily specials vary the menu to make you feel at home. Moreover; you may also taste any course from the Ristorante’s menu as you like it.

Fausto's Ristorante&Osteria Address of restaurant: 1071 Budapest, Dohány utca 5.

Telephone number: Ristorante:+36 (30) 589-1813, Osteria:+36 (1) 269-6806 E-mail address: aniko@fausto.hu, Website address: www.fausto.hu Name of manager: Di Vora Fausto, Maul Gergely Name of chef: Di Vora Fausto, Giorgio Cavicchiolo Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12:00–23:00 Type of cuisine: Italian Number of seating places: 70 year of establishment: 1994

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Madoff

Bar & Kitchen Fussy, sexy and hedonist - the exclusive MADOFF Bar & Kitchen opened downtown Just a few steps from the Basilica, a completely new and exclusive fine bar opened its gates with unique and impressive promenade impressed by 20th century emerald green Zsolnay. Entering the fascinating and opulent bar, where every detail impeccable crafted, the atmosphere is full of ice-cooled premium French champagne, show cooking, fresh oysters and Beluga caviar, but we can find ripened steaks and truffles on the menu. It's an astonishing cavalcade for our senses. We can choose from 300 varieties on the drink menu, one of the city's biggest vodka and gin dishes, signature cocktails and rare vintage alcohols.

There's an option for individuals or groups who want to separate themselves from the public - like having a business dinner or a friendly gathering and enjoy the atmosphere of the vibrant nightlife by booking an exclusive VIP room with large glass surfaces on the first floor of the MADOFF Bar&Kitchen. The multilingual, highly qualified staff with outstanding expertise, and a live DJ provides high-class music to high-class people with an incomparable mood with carefree consumption until 3AM.

Madoff Bar & Kitchen Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Hercegprímás utca 11.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 671 7156 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (70) 671 7156 E-mail address: info@madoffbar.com Website address: www.madoffbar.com Name of manager: Papp Csaba Head Bartender: Frankl Jázón Dániel Opening hours: Wednesday-Saturday: 18:00 - 01:00

Sun-Mon-Tues: closed

Type of cousine: International, Grill

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Dinner in GErlรณczy from the freshest ingredients of the season.

Friday is Fishday.

The best terrace in downtown Budapest.

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Meatology When you understand a bit about the science of taste, you may join the awesome group that appreciates the Meatology-method. The choice of materials for a good food experience requires lots of consideration. Before choosing a brand of coffee we have tasted 18 different brands –just imagine the selection of meat and spices.

Since 2016 we have an amazing team and 3 key people – Péter Pataky, Tibor Pataky and Balázs Berza – who handle their responsible for the quality and value with knowledge, creativity, inspiration. You can find us at Basilica and Haris köz, and it doesn’t stop there! We create more Meatology hotspots where Solymari chilli, craft beers, house-dedicated wine and our creative chefs will be available for you.

Have fun and enjoy SLOW FOOD, FAST!

Meatology Address of restaurant: 1065 Budapest, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 15/B, 1052 Budapest, Haris köz 4.

Telephone number: Bajcsy:+36 (30) 891-2250; Haris köz: +36 (30) 591-6242 Telephone number for reservations: Bajcsy:+36 (30) 891-2250; Haris köz: +36 (30) 591-6242 E-mail address: meatologykft@gmail.com Website address: www.meatologybudapest.hu Name of manager: Pataky Tibor Name of chef: Berza Balázs Name of Sou- chef: Hamza Imre, Dudás Dávid, Béres Péter Name of Executive chef: Pataky Péter Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 10:00-22:00 Type of cuisine: Meatology Number of seating places: Bajcsy: 50; Haris 100 Type of cousine: International, Hungarian, Grill YEAR OF ESTABLISHMENT: 2016

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Múzeum

Café and Restaurant Múzeum Café and Restaurant is among the best traditional restaurants in Hungary, and has been operating in Pest’s historical Downtown since 1885. Due to its history and traditions, it represents the lasting values of Hungarian gastronomy, facilitated through the latest technology. Our menu offers subtly modernised delicacies from Hungarian and international cuisines, with a professional selection of national wines and pálinkas. Our interior space is decorated with ceiling frescos by Károly Lotz and with the porcelain tiles of the world-famous Zsolnay factory in Pécs. The atmosphere of dinners is augmented by the music of piano artist Dániel Albert. Our guests having lunch or dinner with us are offered free parking for the time of eating in the deep garage on Pollack Mihály tér.

Múzeum Café and Restaurant Address of restaurant: 1088 Budapest, Múzeum körút 12.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 267-0375 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (1) 267-0375 E-mail address: info@muzeumkavehaz.hu Website address: www.muzeumkavehaz.hu Name of manager: Budai Zoltán Name of chef: Kövér Ferenc Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12-15:00, 18-24:00 Number of seating places: 120 year of establishment: 1885

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Chef / Séf: Müncz Gábor

Chef: Kövér Ferenc

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Oinos

WineBar&Bistrot Friendly. Welcoming. Unique.

Rakoczi square used to mean something special to Budapesters, but not in a good way. When the M4 underground station has opened on the square though, a new era has begun and our swanky restaurant with its Italian cuisine and international wine selection plays a leading part in this revival. Oinos wants to avoid the wine bar label, even though we do offer a very special sortiment to our guests. Along with some unique and exclusive selections from the familiar Hungarian wine regions, we would like to take our guests on a journey to Italy, to discover its finest wines. And not only are the flavours Italian, the hospitality also radiates Italian warmth and attentiveness.

At Oinos the comfort of our guests comes first that is why we pay special attention to everyone.

The menu is so varied that should you have any kind of food allergy, you will find something on the menu to suit your diet, but if you don't, we will whip something up just for you. Even if you don't have time to sit down, our chefs will prepare a pizza for you in a couple of minutes and you can take it with you to your second home, since Oinos will be your first one, that is for sure.

What makes Oinos magical is that it changes throughout the day. The atmosphere is different at lunch and dinner time, and it will put you in the mood for a glass of wine or cocktail later on. Oinos is also dog friendly, so you don't need to leave your best bud behind either.

Oinos Address of restaurant: 1084 Budapest, Rákóczi tér 7.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 770 9803 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (70) 770 9803 E-mail address: oinos.budapest@gmail.com, Website address: www.oinos.hu/en Name of manager: Ujvári Tamás, Name of chef: Fabrizio Caldarazzo Name of Sou- chef: Francesco Pastore, Name of Executive chef: Fabrizio Caldarazzo Opening hours: Monday-Thursday, 12:00-23:00, Friday-Saturday 12:00-0:00, Sunday 12:00-23:00 Number of seating places: 90 Type of cousine: Italian / Mediterranean Year of Establishment: 2014

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OLIVA’S

Genuine Italian Food OLIVA's offers the perfect combination of high quality – large portions – resonable prices. This little Italian island in the heart of Budapest, located on Váci utca, the main shopping street, is a great venue for a short gastronomic break from work or while visiting this magnificent city. Thanks to its central location, the restaurant is easy to reach. The underlying concept at OLIVA's is the „tavola calda” cuisine, meaning that the service is fast and visitors do not need to spend a lengthy amount of time over a meal if they are in a hurry. Guests looking for a lengthier lunch or dinner still have the possibility to try the main dishes and the high-quality wines. The flavours reflect genuine Italian cuisine with a small refinement from the chef. The style is youthful, cosy and warm. Definitely worth a try.

OLIVA'S Address of restaurant: 1052 Budapest, Váci u.31.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 821 4902 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (30) 821 4902 E-mail address: gabdinabistro.kft@gmail,com Website address: www.facebook/Olivasitalianfood Name of manager: Varnyu Gábor Name of chef: Varnyu Gábor Opening hours: Every day 11.00-23.00 Number of seating places: 25+18 Type of cousine: Italian fast food

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�Food has power. It can inspire, excite, delight and impress.�

Anthony Bourdain

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Riso

Ristorante & Terrace In Budapest’s District 1, at the base of the historic Buda Castle, awaits an internationalItalian restaurant, Riso Ristorante and Terrace.

Visit our restaurant where we offer traditional Italian and Hungarian dishes among a wide selection of risottos and oven-baked pizzas.

Inside and outside, Riso Ristorante provides the perfect setting for romantic dinners, family gatherings, weddings, and corporate events.

Weather permitting, our beautiful 80-seat terrace will provide a tranquil atmosphere where the whole family can relax after a hard work week, and for the children we have an outdoor playground.

Riso Ristorante & Terrace Address of restaurant: 1012 Budapest, Lovas út 41.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 224-7424 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (1) 224-7424 E-mail address: info@riso.hu Website address: www.riso.hu Name of manager: Takács László, Jachimiák Tünde, Name of chef: Oláh Dénes Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 11:30-23:00 Number of seating places: 60 + 80 year of establishment: 2011

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Société Bistro & Bar

Moments away from the hustle and bustle of downtown streets, Société Bistro & Bar is guest oriented, paired with tireless and attentive service in a relaxed and stylish ambiance.

Société Bistro is a contemporary delicacy in every way, built on high international standards. Its menu is highlighting a wide range of regional and seasonal ingredients. The wine list features of a fine selection of more than 100 terroir-driven Hungarian wines that reflect a sense of place and vintage.

Société Bar is the newest pillar of the Budapest mixology scene, where you can taste the indispensable classics, rooting back to the previous century, but also select among Signature creations to delight the sophisticated cocktail fans with their uniqueness and progressiveness.

It features more than 200 beverage specialties in a sophisticated and exotic environment, selected for those who enjoy old flavors or are looking for new ones.

Société Bistro & Bar Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Sas utca 15.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 491 7404 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (30) 491 7404 E-mail address: dining@societebudapest.com, Website address: www.societebudapest.com Name of manager: Péter Baics Name of chef: Norbert Krasznai Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday 12:00-0:00 Number of seating places: 46 year of establishment: 2018 Type of cuisine: fine bistro, international

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R E S E RVATI O N

+36 30 488 2902 +36 1 269 0130 ADDRESS

H-1055 Budapest, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 78.

(Eiffel Palace building, ground floor, street front) OPENING HOURS

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+36 30 300 3930 ADDRESS

H-1052 Budapest, Deák Ferenc u. 5 Váci 1. Office Building (Entrance from the Vörösmarty Square) N Y IT VATA R TÁ S

Monday-Sunday: 14:00-24:00 Kitchen opening hours until 23:00 W W W. S TA N D R E A S K Y BA R .CO M

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Spoon The Boat

Spoon is a restaurant boat located in the central spot of Budapest. This 75 metre engineless fine dining event and restaurant place is able to provide its services 365 days a year. On the top, it has two huge terraces and an additional one with glasssided walls, the Winter Garden.

On the middle level are two different designed restaurants, we call them the “Cafe” which is more like a real fine dining hall and the “Lounge”, which is a luxurious relaxing eating area. The Spoon ensures a unique gastronomic experience for all guests who are looking for not only a place to dine, but also but the perfect atmosphere with a panorama of the Buda Castle and the Chain bridge also. On each level we have a full kitchen, which makes the Spoon capable of serving every type of event and customer at different times and every season of the year. Our goal is to give high-quality service to corporate events, private parties and of course as the location of the Spoon is right on the most wanted spot in Budapest, we are a must-see restaurant. See you Spoon!

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Address of restaurant: 1052 Budapest, Vígadó tér 3., kikötő Telephone number: +36 (1) 411-0933 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (1) 411-0933 E-mail address: spoon@spoon.restaurant, Website address: www.spoon.restaurant Name of manager: Szlancsik Péter, Oszrovszki András Name of chef: Szűcs Róbert Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00–24:00 Number of seating places: 500 year of establishment: 2003

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”Cooking is about passion.”

Gordon Ramsay

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Tokio Budapest

Photo: Vulman Péter

TOKIO represents the vibe and lights of this loud city in the heart of Budapest, in an extraordinary restaurant. The executive chef picks the best flavours of Japan and Thailand, and rethinks them in modern and popular way. He is a precise fanatic, and an innovative experimenter in one person, always surprising the general public with something new. It follow the Asian family style of service; this way the guests can share and enjoy all of the dishes on the table. Besides the exceptional kitchen, Tokio also puts emphasis on the bar with one of a kind cocktail creations, sake, and Japanese whiskey selection, reflecting a passion for Asia.

Tokio Budapest Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 7–8.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 801-9862 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (1) 801-9862 and +36 (70) 333-2176 E-mail address: info@tokiobudapest.com Website address: www.tokiobudapest.com Name of manager: Somogyvári Miklós, Lehel Viktor Name of chef: Tóth Roland Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-24:00 Number of seating places: 80+15 (+50 guest terrace) Type of cuisine: Japanese, Thai, Fusion YEARS OF ESTABLISHMENT: 2007

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21 Hungarian Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1014 Budapest, Fortuna utca 21.

Buda Castle Telephone number: +36 (1) 202-2113 E-mail address: hello@21restaurant.hu Website address: www.21restaurant.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-24:00 Name of chef: Szabolcs Vígh Executive chef: Vernon Strachan Number of seating places: 60+40

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Alabárdos Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1014 Budapest, Országház utca 2.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 356-0851 E-mail address: alabardos@t-online.hu Website address: www.alabardos.hu Opening hours: Monday-Friday:19:00-23:00 Saturday: 12:00-15:00, 19:00-23:00 Sunday closed Number of seating places: 40+30

Address of restaurant: 1061 Budapest, Kiraly utca 8.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 883 0942 E-mail address: restaurant@antrebudapest.com Website address: www.facebook.com/antrebudapest Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 07:00-24:00 Number of seating places: 80+30

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AUM

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1033 Budapest, Flórián tér 6-9.

Telephone number: +36 30 307 0784 E-mail address: info@aumrestaurant.com Website address: aumrestaurant.com Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: Mon-Sat: 10:00-22:00, Sun: 10:00-20:00 Name of chef: Varga Dániel, Nyikita Szuharev Number of seating places: 50

Babel Budapest Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1052 Budapest, Piarista köz 2.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 600 0800 E-mail address: info@babel-budapest.hu Website address: www.babel-budapest.hu Opening hours: Closed on Sunday and Monday Tuesday-Saturday: 18:00-24:00 Name of chef: Lőrincz György Number of seating places: 50

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Budapest

Address of restaurant: 1014 Budapest, Országház utca 31.

Buda Castle Telephone number: +36 (1) 300-7050 E-mail address: hello@baltazarbudapest.com Website address: www.baltazarbudapest.com Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 7:30-23:00 Name of chef: Attila Pipoly Executive chef: Vernon Strachan Number of seating places: 60+48+49

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Baraka

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Dorottya utca 6.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 200 0817 E-mail address: reservations@barakarestaurant.hu Website address: www.barakarestaurant.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:30-15:00, 18:00-23:00, Closed on Sunday Name of chef: Biró Norbert Number of seating places: 35

Beefbar Budapest

Address of restaurant: 1013 Budapest, Clark Ádám tér 1.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 520 4129 E-mail address: reservation@beefbar.hu Website address: beefbar.com Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 12:00-01:00 Name of creative chef: Sipos András

Bock Bisztró

Address of restaurant: 1073 Budapest, Erzsébet krt. 43–49.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 321-0340 E-mail address: info@bockbisztro.hu Website address: www.bockbisztro.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-23:00 Name of manager: Vass József Name of creative chef: Varju Viktor Number of seating places: 40-50

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Borkonyha

Börze

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Sas utca 3.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 266-0835 E-mail address: borkonyha@t-online.hu Website address: www.borkonyha.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12:00-24:00, Sunday closed Name of chef: Sárközi Ákos Number of seating places: 36 + 26

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Nádor utca 23.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 426 5460 E-mail address: info@borzeetterem.hu Website address: borzeetterem.hu Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 07:30-24:00 Name of creative chef: Giczi Andor, Nagy Szabolcs Number of seating places: 80

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Corso

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1052 InterContinental Budapest, Apáczai Csere J. utca 12-14.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 327 6392 E-mail address: corso.restaurant@ihg.com Website address: www.budapest.intercontinental.com/ en/restaurants Name of Chef: Gullner Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 12:00-23:00 Number of Seating Places: 250

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Costes

Costes Dowtown

Restaurant

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1092 Budapest, Ráday utca 4..

Telephone number: +36 (1) 219 0696 E-mail address: reservations@costes.hu Website address: www.costes.hu Opening hours: Wednesday-Sunday: 18:30-24:00 Name of chef: Palágyi Eszter Number of seating places: 35

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Vigyázó Ferenc utca 5.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 920 1015 E-mail address: reservations@costesdowntown.hu Website address: www.costesdowntown.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 06:30-23:00 Name of chef: Tiago Sabarigo Number of seating places: 68

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Cyrano Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1052 Budapest, Kristóf tér 7-8.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 266 4747 E-mail address: cyrano@cyrano.hu Website address: www.cyrano.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 08:00-24:00 Name of chef: Kirják Csaba Number of seating places: 120

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Czakó Kert

Address of restaurant: 1016 Budapest, Czakó u. 15.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 501 4002 E-mail address: czakokert@gmail.com Website address: www.czakokert.hu Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 09:00-22:30

Deák St. Kitchen

Émile

Restaurant

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Erzsébet tér 9-10.

The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest Telephone number: +36 (1) 429 5550 E-mail address: hello@deakstkitchen.com Website address: www.deakstkitchen.com Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-01:00 Name of chef: Sugár Róbert Number of seating places: 83 + terace

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Address of restaurant: 1026 Budapest, Orló utca 1.

Telephone number: +36 30 585 0602 E-mail address: emile@emile.hu Website address: www.emile.hu Opening hours: Monday: closed, Tue-Fry: 08:00-23:00 Saturday: 09:00-23:00 Sunday: 09:00-18:00 Name of chef: Weszely József Number of seating places: 70 + terace

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ESCA

Fuji Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1074 Budapest, Dohány u. 29.

Telephone number: +36 30 752 1209 E-mail address: escastudiorestaurant@gmail.com Website address: facebook.com/escastudiorestaurant Opening hours: Monday-Friday: 18:00-23:00 Sat-Sun: closed Number of seating places: 16

Address of restaurant: 1025 Budapest, Csatárka utca 54.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 325 7111 E-mail address: restaurant@fujirestaurant.hu Website address: www.fujirestaurant.hu Opening hours: Every day: noon-11pm Name of chef: Usuda Masato Number of seating places: 80

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Gundel Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1146 Budapest, Gundel Károly út 4.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 889 8100 E-mail address: info@gundel.hu Website address: www.gundel.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 09:00-24:00 Name of chef: Litauszki Zsolt

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Halászbástya Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1014 Budapest, Budai Vár, Halászbástya-Északi Híradástorony Telephone number: +36 (1) 201 6935 E-mail address: info@halaszbastya.eu Website address: www.halaszbastya.eu Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 12:00-24:00 Name of chef: Szabó Barna Number of seating places: 120

KNRDY

Steakhouse & Bar

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Október 6. utca 15.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 788-1685 E-mail address: info@knrdy.com Website address: www.knrdy.com Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:30-01:00, Sunday: 11:00-01:00 Name of chef: Mark Turton Number of seating places: 42 + 24

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Kollázs Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 5-6.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 268 5408 E-mail address: reservation@kollazs.hu Website address: www.kollazs.hu Opening hours: Every day: 06:30-10:30, 12:00-15:00, 15:00-18:00, 18:00-22:30

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La Fabrica

La Perle Noire

Kitchen & Bar

Restaurant and Lounge

Address of restaurant: 1050 Budapest, Sas utca 8.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 173 9866 E-mail address: reservation@lafabbricabp.com Website address: www.lafabbricabp.com Opening hours: Every day: 12:00-24:00

Address of restaurant: 1063 Budapest, Andrássy út 111.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 462 2189 E-mail address: info@laperlenoire.hu Website address: www.laperlenoire.hu Opening hours: Every day: 12:00-24:00 Name of chef: Lőrincz György Number of seating places: 80 +70

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Larus

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1124 Budapest, Csörsz utca 18/b.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 799 2480 E-mail address: info@larusevent.hu Website address: www.larusetterem.hu Name of Chef: Várvizi Péter Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12:00-23:30 Sunday: 12:00-17:00

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Laurel

Budapest

Address of restaurant: 1073 Budapest, Kertész utca 29.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 7851 612 E-mail address: reservation@laurelbudapest.hu Website address: baberligetbudapest.hu/laurel/ Opening hours: Tue-Sat: 18:30-00:00 Name of chef: Mede Ádám

Mák Bistro

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Vigyázó Ferenc utca 4.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 723-9383 E-mail address: info@makbistro.hu Website address: www.makbistro.hu Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 12:00–15:00, 18:00–20:00 Name of chef: Mizsei János Number of seating places: 45-50

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Olimpia Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1076 Budapest, Alpár utca 5.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 321 0680 E-mail address: info@alparutca5.hu Website address: www.alparutca5.hu Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday: 12:00-15:00, 19:00-22:00 Saturday: 19:00-22:00 Sunday closed Name of chef: Ádám Csaba Number of seating places: 24

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Onyx

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Vörösmarty tér 7-8.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 508-0622 E-mail address: onyx@onyxrestaurant.hu Website address: www.onyxrestaurant.hu Opening hours: Saturday-Monday closed Tuesday-Friday: 12:00-14:00, 18:00-22:00 Name of chef: Mészáros Ádám Number of seating places: 55

Paletta Budapest

Address of restaurant: 1094 Budapest, Tompa utca 28.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 947 4985 E-mail address: foglalas@palettabisztro.hu Website address: facebook.com/PalettaBudapest Opening hours: Monday: closed Tue-Sat: 11:30-23:00 Sunday: 11:30-17:00 Name of chef: Sulyok Janka, Sulyok Miklós

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Panoráma Restaurant

Address of restaurant: Danubius Hotel Gellért 1114 Budapest, Szent Gellért tér 2.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 889 5497 E-mail address: gellert.restaurant@danubiushotels.com Website address: baberligetbudapest.hu/laurel/ Opening hours: Monday-Sat: 12:00-23:00 Sun: 12:00-15:00

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Paris Budapest Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 2.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 235 5600 / 1230 E-mail address: reservation@parisbudapest.hu Website address: www.parisbudapest.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-23:00 Name of chef: Deff Haupt Number of seating places: 60

Petrus

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1094 Budapest, Ferenc tér 2-3.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 951-2597 E-mail address: info@petrusrestaurant.hu Website address: www.petrusrestaurant.hu Opening hours: Monday and Sunday closed Tuesday-Saturday: 12:00-15:30, 18:30-23:00 Name of chef: Feke Zoltán Number of seating places: 80

Pierrot

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1014 Budapest, Fortuna utca 14.

Buda Castle Telephone number: +36 (1) 375-6971 E-mail address: hello@pierrot.hu Website address: www.pierrot.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-24:00 Name of chef: Lutz Lajos Number of seating places: 70 + 56 + 96

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Prime

Steakhouse

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Sas utca 18.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 331 8666 E-mail address: info@primesteakhouse.hu Website address: www.primesteakhouse.hu Opening hours: Mon-Wen: 12:00-00:00 Thu-Sat: 12:00-01:00 Sunday: closed Name of chef: Fazekas László

Rosenstein Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1087 Budapest, Mosonyi utca 3.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 333 3492 E-mail address: rosenstein@t-online.hu Website address: www.rosenstein.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12:00-23:00, Sunday closed Name of chef: Rosenstein Tibor Number of seating places: 121

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Salon

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1073 Budapest, Erzsébet körút 9-11.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 889-6166 E-mail address: reservation@salonrestaurant.hu Website address: www.salonrestaurant.hu Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 18:00-23:00, Monday and Sunday closed Name of chef: Wolf András Number of seating places: 25

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STAND Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1061 Budapest, Székely Mihály utca 2.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 785 9139 E-mail address: info@standrestaurant.hu Website address: www.standrestaurant.hu Opening hours: Tue-Sat: 12:00-15:00 and 18:00-24:00 Name of chef: Szulló Szabina, Széll Tamás

Stand25

Address of restaurant: 1054 Budapest, Hold utca 13.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 961 3262 E-mail address: info@stand25.hu Website address: www.stand25.hu Opening hours: Mon: 08:00-17:00 Tuesday-Thursday: 08:00-18:00 Friday-Saturday: 08:00-22:00 Sunday: closed Name of chef: Szulló Szabina, Széll Tamás

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Tama

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky utca 22.

Telephone number: +36 1 227 22 27 E-mail address: info@tamabudapest.hu Website address: www.tamabudapest.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: Lunch 11:30-15:00 Dinner 18:00-24:00, Sunday: close Name of Chef: Kovács Péter Number of seating places: 70

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Textúra Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Sas utca 6.

Telephone number: +36 (1) 617 9495 E-mail address: textura@texturaetterem.hu Website address: www.texturaetterem.hu Name of chef: Sárközi Ákos

Toprum Sky & Bar

Address of restaurant: 1053 Budapest, Királyi Pál utca 4.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 333 2113 E-mail address: hello@toprumbudapest.com Website address: www.toprumbudapest.com Opening hours: Monday: closed Sun-Thu:12:00-23:00 Fri-Sat: 12:00-24:00 Name of chef: Selmeczy István, Rába René

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Urban Betyar

Address of restaurant: 1051 Budapest, Október 6. utca 16-18.

Telephone number: +36 1 796 3285 E-mail address: office@urbanbetyar.com Website address: www.urbanbetyar.com Opening hours: Every Day: 11:00-24:00

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Vendéglô a KisBíróhoz

Address of restaurant: 1125 Budapest, Szarvas Gábor út 8/D Telephone number: +36 1 376-6044 E-mail address: info@vendegloakisbirohoz.hu Website address: www.vendegloakisbirohoz.hu Opening hours: Thuesday-Sunday: 12:00-23:00 Name of Chef: Szalkai Pál Number of seating places: 100

Wang Mester Chinese Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 1143. Budapest, Gizella út 46/a Telephone number: +36 1 251–2959 E-mail address: info@kinaikonyha.hu Website address: www.kinaikonyha.hu Opening hours: Monday-Friday: 11:30-23:00, Sunday: 12:00-23:00 Name of Chef: Wang Mester

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ZUZU Budapest

Address of restaurant: 1124 Budapest, Apor Vilmos tér 11.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 792 5355 E-mail address: zuzubudapest@gmail.com Website address: www.facebook.com/zuzubudapest Opening hours: Mon-Sun:12:00-23:00 Name of Chef: Magyar Dániel

Countryside Delights Taking a trip to the Hungarian countryside is a rewarding experience not only for nature’s bounty and the historic towns, villages and sights, but also as a culinary experiment. Venturing outside Budapest for a fine-dining experience is becoming increasingly popular with both locals and tourists as stylish and exquisite restaurants keep popping up across the country. Regardless of whether you hit the road to take in the emerald green waters of Lake Balaton, the undulating hills of north-eastern Hungary or the gentle waves of the Tisza River, you are bound to come across an establishment offering traditional or international, high-quality, sumptuous dishes. Don’t let Budapest’s dazzling array of restaurants dissuade you from a countryside outing and the chance to experience a unique adventure in a different setting.

Restaurants Authentic Village Cuisine from All Corners of the World An unconventional culinary gem by Lake Balaton, Szomszéd Kertje (The Neighbour’s Garden) is a haven of high-quality comfort food from Hungary and the world over. Located in downtown Csopak in the building of a former village pub, visitors to this the bistro-style restaurant are greeted

by Toto, the Italian vizsla dog, the delicious smell of grilled meat and the sound of excellent live music. The interior design was inspired by the cinematography of Wes Anderson, an all-time favourite of owner Attila Tóth, exuding a laid-back atmosphere where you can sit back and make yourself at home. The hand-written menu features local delicacies but if the timing of your visit is fortunate, the staff at Szomszéd Kertje will take you on a culinary trip to France or Latin America, accompanied by matching live music. The giant oven and iron grill in the backyard are widely used, the ingredients are mostly purchased from local producers or come from their own little garden where they grow tomatoes, lettuce and carrots.

“Like many restaurateurs in the world, our motto is to popularize village cuisine but we decided to take this one step further and extend it to as many countries as possible,” Tóth said.

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Restaurants A Site of Pilgrimage for Food Lovers Tucked away in the remote village of Encs in north-eastern Hungary, Anyukám Mondta (My Mother Said) is a veritable family-style restaurant that could hold its rank among the finest of its kind anywhere in Hungary. Many food lovers from Budapest make the 212 km-long trip to Encs only to try one of the restaurant’s pizzas, or the stuffed cabbage with the heavenly homemade bread, or the succulent spare ribs. When it comes to home-made food, nothing beats Anyukám Mondta: the pickled cucumbers, the sausage, the lavender syrup, the jams and the tiramisu are all created on the spot, with loving care and uncompromising professionalism. The menu is a melange of traditional Hungarian fare with a slight twist, local curiosities like the grilled pig’s ear with chick peas, and Italian delicacies, including pancetta and gorgonzola. The Italian touch is the result of the owners, brothers Szabolcs and Szilárd Dudás, having spent years there working as a waiter and a chef. The dessert menu is more of an international affair, featuring cheese cake with rose pepper and panna cotta with tonka beans. The domestic gastro scene is constantly abuzz with speculation as to when the Dudás brothers will open a place in Budapest, but for now Encs remains their headquarters.

Make sure you have a reservation before turning up; the place is widely popular with guests from near and far.

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Restaurants A Celebrated Star of the Balaton Region Balázs Csapody, the owner of the Kistücsök (Little Cricket) restaurant in Balatonszemes, 137 kilometres from Budapest, is an intrepid “culinary” traveller, often on the road to immerse himself in the spirit of the art of the Mediterranean cuisine, keen to discover new restaurants, ingredients and techniques that he can put to use at home. The mission of Kistücsök is to paint a picture about its region, Lake Balaton, through its meals and wines. Chef László Jahni and the staff keep a close and trusting relationship with local producers, fishermen and wineries.

They seek to connect all these players of the local gastronomic scene and thus help restore the local wine and food culture. (As a side note, the sous chef Ádám Pohner was the youngest chef to take part in the 2019 Bocuse d’Or finals, representing Hungary.) The offerings are a tasteful blend of local specialties with a Mediterranean touch. We recommend the Mangalica ham with sautéed asparagus, rhubarb and soft-boiled egg with soy dressing, the roast wild boar loin with early mushrooms, potato and spring onions or the heavenly stuffed cabbage with summer flavours. The floating island is the perfect last act to finish off an excellent meal. The fact that Kistücsök has been selected among the ten best restaurants in the country, and that Csapody was voted restaurant owner of the year in 2010, show that the restaurant is on the right track.

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A Taste of Italy by the Hungarian Sea A visit to Lake Balaton, affectionately dubbed by locals the Hungarian sea, is a rewarding experience regardless of the season. One of the first stops off the highway leading from Budapest to Balaton is Balatonakarattya, home to Spoon Il Mercato, a genuine Italian restaurant and pizzeria and an irresistible temptation for lovers of Italian cuisine. The establishment takes its Italian roots seriously: the pizza chef, the ingredients, the furniture, and most of the wines all hail from the country.

Step into the wine cellar and you are instantly transported to Tuscany, try anything from the menu – be it a plate of ham and cheese, a pasta dish or one of the more than 20 pizzas – and you will certainly feel like you are on a vacation in sunny Italia. The wine menu features a wide range of Italian reds and whites from across the country, alongside a selection of Hungarian wines from the Balaton region. The ice cream parlour opened in 2019 and next to the restaurant you will find the Mercatino, a boutique shop selling all the ingredients from pasta to olive oils that the chef uses in the kitchen. If you come with your family, let the children run wild on the playground in the backyard while you relax on the terrace or in the wine cellar after a veritable Italian treat.

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Spoon il Mercato

When you walk on any Italian streets, you surrounded with endless buzzing, tasteful smells of Parmigianino, Basil and fresh tomatoes. The Spoon il Mercato brings you this Dolce vita directly to you from Italy.

The cobblestoned main square in the restaurant’s garden takes you to Italian idleness. The smart design creates the authentic atmosphere. In this world antique furniture, wrought iron chandeliers, hanging prosciuttos in the fridge make the experience even more Italian.

The Spoon il Mercato not only the meaning of Italian gastronomy, but even you can take home with you any ingredients and make your dinner as Italian as you want!

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Mercato

Address of restaurant: 8172 Balatonakarattya, Rákóczi út 44.

Telephone number:+36 (88) 656-470 Telephone number for reservations:+36 (88) 656-470, +36 (30) 646-3841 E-mail address: manager@ilmercato.hu, Website address: www.ilmercato.hu Name of manager: Bújdosó Attila Name of chef: Lénárd Krisztián, NAME OF PIZZA CHEF: Michele Ambriola Opening hours: April-September, Monday-Sunday 09:00–24:00 TYPE OF CUISINE: Italian Number of seating places: 350 year of establishment: 2014

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Borbély Family Winery Guesthouse

The Borbély Family Winery awaits visitors with great hospitality. In the vineyard belt everything is more personal and intimate where people can retire from the noise of the world.

Everywhere are quite rich flora, unique panorama, charming landscape.

They prepare home-made breakfast, unforgettable special peasant meals for guests in the renewed guesthouse. They create meals that build on the basics of home-made traditional Hungarian cuisine Grilling, wine-tasting, wine-tours and bicyle-tours are available than tasting delicious wine in their winery.

The Borbely Family winery is an ideal venue for smaller company events, team-building programs and family events like birthday party or wedding anniversary. They are committed to organizing wine shows at outdoor venues, corporate events and conferences. They winery is open to visitors every days with 60 person capacity.

Borbély Winery - Guesthouse Address of restaurant: 8258 Badacsonytomaj, Káptalantóti út 19.

Telephone number: + 36 (30) 620-3624 Telephone number for reservations: +36 (30) 558-6875 E-mail address: info@borbelypine.hu Website address: www.borbelypince.hu Name of manager: Borbélyné Galambos Gabriella Opening hours: whole year open Type of cuisine: Country tastes, homemade flavors year of establishment: 1996

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Kids and pets are more than welcome!

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Anyukám Mondta Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 3860 Encs, Petőfi út 57.

Telephone number: +36 (46) 587-340 E-mail address: anyukammondta@gmail.com Website address: www.anyukammondta.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12:00-22:00 Name of chef: Dudás Szabolcs Number of seating places: 64

Bistro Sparhelt

Address of restaurant: 8230 Balatonfüred, Szent István tér 7.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 639-9944 E-mail address: info@bistrosparhelt.hu Website address: www.bistrosparhelt.hu Opening hours: Monday-Tuesday: closed Wensday-Saturday: 12:00-22:00 Sunday: 12:00-16:00 Name of chef: Elek Balázs Number of seating places: 40

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Bori Mami Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 3200 Gyöngyös, Belváros tér 7.

Telephone number: +36 (30) 830-9343 E-mail address: hello@borimami.hu Website address: www.borimami.hu Opening hours: Monday-Thuesday: 07:30-21:00 Friday-Saturday: 07:30-23:30 Sunday: 09:00-21:00

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Château Visz

Gourmet Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 8681 Visz, Berencsepuszta Telephone number for reservations: +36 (85) 710-003 E-mail address: info@chateau-visz.com Website address: www.chateau-visz.com Name of manager: Hidvéghy Melinda Name of Executive chef: Huszák Zoltán Opening hours: 01. June - 31. August Monday-Sunday: 12:00–14:00, 19:00–22:00 01. September - 31. May Wednesday-Sunday: 12:00–14:00, 19:00–22:00 Number of seating places: 50 + 30 Year of Establishment: 2008

Erhardt

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 9400 Sopron, Balfi út 10.

Telephone number: +36 (99) 506 711 E-mail address: info@erhardts.hu Website address: erhardts.hu Opening hours: Monday-Thuesday: 11:30-22:00 Fridy-Saturday: 11:30-23:00 Sunday: 11:30-22:00 Name of chef: Erhardt Zoltán

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Gusteau

Culinary Experience Workshop

Address of restaurant: 3909 Mád, Batthyány utca 51.

Telephone number: +36 (47) 348-297 E-mail address: info@gusteaumuhely.com Website address: www.gusteaumuhely.com Opening hours: Wednesday: 18:00-22:00 Thursday-Friday: 12:15, 18:00-22:00, Saturday: 12:00-22:00 Name of chef: Horváth Gábor Number of seating places: 100-120

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Gusto 13 Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 8200 Veszprém, Csermák Antal utca 13.

Telephone number: +36 (88) 410 385 E-mail address: info@gusto13.hu Website address: www.gusto13.hu Opening hours: Monday: closed Thuesday-Sunday:11:30-22:00

Kristinus

Address of restaurant: 8713 Kéthely, Hunyadi utca 99.

Telephone number: +36 (85) 539 014 E-mail address: info@kristinus.hu Website address: www.kristinus.hu Opening hours: Mo-Tue: closed Wed-Sun: 12:00-16:00 & 18:00-22:00

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Kistücsök Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 8636 Balatonszemes, Bajcsy-Zs.u. 25.

Telephone number: +36 (84) 360 133 E-mail address: kistucsoketterem@t-online.hu Website address: www.kistucsok.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday / hétfő-vasárnap: 11:00-23:00 Name of chef: Jáni László Number of seating places: 80+40

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La Maréda

Restaurant and Bistro

Address of restaurant: 9021 Győr, Apáca utca 4.

Telephone number: +36 (96) 510-989, +36 (96) 510-982 E-mail address: info@lamareda.hu Website address: www.lamareda.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 08:00-24:00, Sunday: 08:00-22:00 Name of chef: Horváth Szilveszter Number of seating places: 120 + 100

Macok

Bistro and Wine Bar

Address of restaurant: 3300 Eger, Tinódi S. tér 4.

Telephone number: +36 (36) 516-180 E-mail address: info@imolaudvarhaz.hu Website address: www.imolaudvarhaz.hu Opening hours: Monday-Thuesday: 12:00-22:00 Friday-Saturday: 12:00–23:00 Sunday: 12:00-22:00 Number of seating places: 70

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Mandula

Restaurant és Wine Bar

Address of restaurant: 7773 Villány, Diófás tér 4-12.

Telephone number: +36 (72) 492-952 E-mail address: mandula@gere.hu Website address: www.etterem.gere.hu Opening hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 18:00-22:00 Friday-Saturday: 12:00-15:00, 18:00-22:00 Name of chef: Kozma Szabolcs Number of seating places: 40 + 50

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MI A Kô Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 8274 Köveskál, Fő utca 25.

Telephone number: +36 (87) 468-277 E-mail address: miako.koveskal@gmail.com Website address: www.mia-ko.hu Opening hours: Monday-Friday: 12:00-21:00, Saturday-Sunday: 10:00-21:00 Name of chef: Kordobán Zoltán Number of seating places: 40+30

Neked Fôztem Gastro Pub

Address of restaurant: 8251 Zánka, Fő utca 7.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 365-1003 E-mail address: gasztrokocsma@gmail.com Website address: facebook.com/nekedfoztemzanka Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-21:00

Pajta

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 9941 Őriszentpéter, Templomszer 7.

Telephone number: +36 (70) 416-3388 +36 (70) 320-7924 E-mail address: info@pajta.hu Website address: www.pajta.hu Opening hours: Monday-Thuesday: closed Wednesday-friday: 10:00-22:00 Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-22:00 Name of chef: Farkas Richárd Number of seating places: 18 + 50

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Platán

Restaurant and Wine Bar

Address of restaurant: 2890 Tata, Kastély tér 6.

Telephone number: +36 (34) 380 564 E-mail address: info@platanrestaurant.hu Website address: www.platanrestaurant.hu Opening hours: Mo-Fry: 11:00-22:00 Sat: 10:00-22:00 Sun: 10:00-20:00 Name of chef: Pesti István Number of seating places: 40 + 50

Rév Csárda

Address of restaurant: 6347 Érsekcsanád, Dunapart Telephone number: +36 (30) 985-1420 E-mail address: tigastro@gmail.com Website address: www.revcsarda.hu Opening hours: Monday-Tuesday: closed Wensday-Sunday: 12:00-20:00

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Rosinante

Hotel and Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 2000 Szentendrei-sziget, Szigetmonostor Hrsz. 057/2 Telephone number: +36 (26) 722 000 E-mail address: rosinanre@rosinante.hu Website address: www.rosinante.hu Opening hours: Mo-Sat: 12:00-20:00 Sun: 12:00-19:00 Number of seating places: 120

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Rókusfalvy

Sauska 48

Fogadó

Address of restaurant: 2091 Etyek, Alcsúti út 4.

Telephone number: + 36 (22) 597-097 E-mail address: info@rokusfalvyfogado.hu Website address: www.rokusfalvyfogado.hu Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 12:00-22:00 Sunday: 12:00-18:00 Name of chef: Patai Lajos Number of seating places: 80 + 80

Address of restaurant: 7773 Villány, 048/10 hrsz Telephone number: +36 (30) 220-1339 E-mail address: sauska48@sauska.hu Website address: www.sauska.hu Opening hours: Monday-Tuesday: closed Wensday-Saturday: 12:00-22:00 Sunday: 12:00-16:00 Name of chef: Bicsár Attila Number of seating places: 48

Tiszavirág Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 6722 Szeged, Hajnóczy u. 1/B Telephone number: +36 (62) 554-888 E-mail address: reception@tiszaviragszeged.hu Website address: www.tiszaviragszeged.hu Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 12:00-15:00, 18:00-22:00 Name of chef: Kurucz Attila Number of seating places: 50

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Végállomás Bistorant

Address of restaurant: 3534 Miskolc, Dorottya u.1.

Telephone number: +36 (46) 402-952 E-mail address: info@vegallomasetterem.hu Website address: www.vegallomasetterem.hu Opening hours: Monday-Thuesday: 11.00-23.00 Friday-Saturday: 11:00-24:00 Sunday: 11:00-21:00 Name of chef: Hegedűs István, Hornyák Tibor Number of seating places: 85

Viator Restaurant and Wine Bar

Address of restaurant: 9090 Pannonhalma, Vár 1.

Telephone number: +36 (92) 570 200 E-mail address: viator@viator.co.hu Website address: www.viator.co.hu Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 11:00-22:00, Sunday: 11:00-18:00 Name of chef: Gyurik Gábor Number of seating places: 60+80

Restaurant

Address of restaurant: 8200 Veszprém, Kittenberger Kálmán utca 11.

Telephone number: +36 (88) 590-072 E-mail address: villamedici@villamedici.hu Website address: www.hotelvillamedici.hu Opening hours: Monday-Sunday: 12:00-23:00 Name of chef: Amrein Csaba Number of seating places: 86

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