Most people who visit a country like to try its cuisine. Truth be told, authentic Hungarian dishes are definitely not for dieters. These dishes are a bit heavy and greasy, however their rich flavor and texture make up for the slightly excessive calorie intake. By using modern cooking methods, Hungarian cuisine can be made healthier, low in calories, but still rich in vitamins and retaining authentic Hungarian flavors. If you want to try real Hungarian cuisine, I recommend you to visit any of these places.
21 Restaurants
21 Fortuna utca, H-1014 Budapest
The 21 restaurant is located on the narrow Fortuna street in the Buda Castle. They offer traditional Hungarian cuisine with a modern bistro twist. His philosophy: “Hungarian cuisine as it was in the old days, but updated for the 21st century.” In light of this slogan, all the ingredients maintain the essence of classic Hungarian cuisine but without being too overwhelming and heavy, so these dishes are not as greasy and are much lighter than Hungarian food. After a nice lunch or dinner at the restaurant, you can walk around and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Buda Castle.
nancsi baby
80 Ordogarok utca, H-1029 Budapest
Náncsi Néni is like an old farmhouse decorated with wood paneling and paintings in a quiet and wealthy suburb among the Buda Hills. Even if you are in a wealthy area, Náncsi Néni is not a fancy place with those red and white tablecloths. It represents traditional Hungarian cuisine with all the heavy and sinful food, how a typical Hungarian grandmother cooks it, although international dishes are also available. The outdoor seating area is in a pretty garden with ancient oak and chestnut trees, which has a great atmosphere in the summer. The restaurant pays special attention to families with babies, guests with pets and bicycles are also welcome.
Kor Coffee
17 Sas utca, H-1051 Budapest
Café Kör is one of the most popular restaurants in the heart of the busy Fifth District, near St. Stephen’s Basilica. If a cafe can be called a home away from home, this bistro feel makes you feel comfortable. It serves excellent traditional food prepared with care, just like at home. Portions are large at friendly prices. Frequent visitors to this cafe already know the menu by heart, but there is always a surprise in the daily menu that is scrawled on the wall as expected in a bistro. This cafe is always full of people who live the social life here and buzz with conversation.
