Food & Drink

Food is one of the best ways to discover Hungary and its culture.

In this section, you’ll find restaurant recommendations, local food guides, traditional Hungarian dishes, street food favourites, cafés, dessert spots and unique culinary experiences from Budapest and beyond.

Whether you’re looking for the best place to try goulash, curious about Hungarian wines and fröccs, or simply searching for your next great meal, these articles will help you explore Hungary through its flavours.

Christmas in Hungary

Christmas in Hungary: Traditions, Food and Family Memories

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Christmas has always been one of my favorite times of the year. There is something special about gathering with family, sharing a festive meal and enjoying the little traditions that make the holiday feel like Christmas. read more

Historic Cafés in Budapest

The Most Beautiful Historic Cafés in Budapest

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Coffee means different things in different parts of Europe. In Italy, it might be a quick espresso at the bar before work. In Vienna, it can mean settling into a traditional coffee house with a newspaper and nowhere in particular to be. And in Budapest? Well, here, coffee comes with a little history. read more

Budapest Destinations for Foodies

5 Must-Visit Budapest Destinations for Foodies

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Budapest is a great city for food lovers. You can eat traditional Hungarian dishes in historic market halls, discover street food tucked away in the city center, browse local producers at a Sunday market, or sit down for coffee and cake in one of the city’s legendary cafés. But with so many places to eat, shop and taste your way around Budapest, where should you actually go? read more

Szilvi in New York Cafe Budapest

New York Café Budapest: Is It Really Worth the Wait?

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If you’ve ever searched for the most beautiful café in Budapest, you’ve probably come across New York Café. And if you’ve walked past it, you’ve probably noticed something else too: the long queue stretching along the sidewalk. That raises the obvious question. Is it really worth waiting for a coffee and a slice of cake? read more

Római-part Budapest Danube riverside in summer

Római-part: My Favorite Summer Escape in Budapest

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There are plenty of places to escape the heat in Budapest during summer, but if you ask me where locals really go, Római-part is always one of my first recommendations. read more

Best Rooftop Bars in Budapest: The Ultimate 2026 Guide

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I’m not sure why, but there’s something about having a drink on a rooftop that makes it so much more exciting than sitting at street level. Maybe it’s the panoramic views. Maybe it’s watching the city from above while everyone else rushes around below. Or maybe it simply feels like you’ve discovered a little hidden escape in the middle of Budapest.
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360 Bar rooftop Budapest

360 Bar Budapest: One of the City’s Most Iconic Rooftop Bars

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I’ve always had a soft spot for rooftop bars. Maybe it’s the views. Maybe it’s the feeling of being above the city’s busy streets for a little while. Or maybe it’s simply because Budapest looks even more beautiful from above. read more

Traditional Hungarian Summer Foods

Traditional Hungarian Summer Foods: What Locals Eat During the Hot Season

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Summer in Hungary is all about making the most of seasonal ingredients. Markets fill up with juicy tomatoes, colourful peppers, sour cherries, apricots and berries, while family tables feature lighter dishes designed to survive the heat of the season.

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Strawberry-Filled Túrógombóc with strawberry sauce

Strawberry-Filled Túrógombóc (Hungarian Cottage Cheese Dumplings)

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When people think of Hungarian desserts, chimney cake or Dobos cake often steal the spotlight. Yet for many Hungarian families, some of the most beloved sweets are the simple homemade classics. read more

Chimney cake Hungarian street food

Best Hungarian Street Food You Must Try in Budapest

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Hungarian cuisine is famous for giant comfort-food meals, slow-cooked stews and cakes capable of emotionally healing you after one bite. But let’s be honest: sometimes the best food experiences happen standing at a market, next to a tiny kiosk, while grease slowly drips through a paper napkin onto your hand. read more