Budapest (Hungary) – my favorite places

The majestic view of its bridges, castles and baths never seizes to impress me, even after being there a few times. These are my favorite places in Budapest:

Budapest – my favorite places to eat

Food in Budapest … just … wow.

• For a Michelin star restaurant, Wine Kitchen is super affordable.  The food is amazing (expect robust classic French kitchen), especially its wine pairings (hence the name). Make sure to make a reservation beforehand (€€€).
• Onyx Budapest even has two Michelin stars and has a similar story. We had a great experience when we had to cancel our reservation because my wife was ill during our pregnancy – the team was super friendly and flexible (€€€).
• We loved the ‘student experience’ at Hummus Bar in Budapest (there are several throughout town). Great for the pitta bread with falafel, hummus and eggplant spreads.
• Margit kert has a great courtyard and the food is beyond decent. (€€)

Budapest – my favorite places to stay

• The Buddha-Bar Hotel in Budapest is truly amazing and worth a visit.

Budapest – my favorite places to go out for a drink

• Espresso Embassy has amazing coffee.
• The 360 Bar has a bit of a strange entrance through a business-like building, but one of the best views over Budapest.
• There are several ‘ruin bars’ throughout town, in abandoned buildings.
• Drop Shop Wine Bar (near the parliament).
• Palack Borbar (opposite Gellert bath).
• Several wine bars at Kiraly Utca square.
• At Balna Budapest there’s a great micro brewery near the Donau river. A bit more challenging to reach by tram, but totally worth it if you’re enjoying a local beer in the sun near the river.

Budapest – my favorite places to go out for a bath

Actually you should try all baths in Budapest – each one of them has distinct features that make it worthwile visiting.

• Rudas baths is probably our favorite.
• Szechency has a great outdoor swimming pool.
• Gellert Spa and Bath is insanely beautifull, but unfortunately men and women have separate baths.