Budapest’s gastronomic scene both preserves the values of the past and keeps pace with the rhythm of modern city life. There are places that are not merely restaurants or cafés, but integral parts of the city’s character.

The Gundel, the Chef’s Table and the New York Café They showcase three different sides of the capital: the classic the traditions of Hungarian cuisine, tailored to today’s needs fast, yet high-quality meals, as well as the historic coffee-house culture its stunning elegance. If anyone wishes to truly understand what The Flavours of Budapest and their atmosphere – these are places you really shouldn’t miss.

Gundel: history on a plate, special at any time of day

If there’s one place in Budapest you simply must see – and taste – at least once, it’s the Gundel. Standing at the gate to the City Park, more than A 130-year-old restaurant It is not only an iconic venue, but also one of the cornerstones of Hungarian gastronomy. It was here that the dishes were created which are now the classics of Hungarian cuisine, and for which guests come from all over the world. Today, Gundel both preserves the past and speaks to the present. On the menu are the the most famous Hungarian dishes are listed – the goulash, a chicken paprikash, a Somló dumplings or the legendary Gundel pancakes, all tailored to the needs of today’s guests. Particular attention is paid to the National 11 selection which showcases the essence of Hungarian cuisine all in one place. Gundel, however, is more than just a restaurant. It is an experience where one coffee in the garden, a a light lunch or a celebratory dinner is given its rightful place here too. Generations have come together within these historic walls, and even today it fills the space with life just as naturally as ever. If we want to understand what Budapest is really like, this is the place to start.

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