Budapest: Local Spirit

Budapest. Local Spirit

This category contains the list of various places from bars to museums that convey the true spirit, the authentic atmosphere of Budapest and Hungary, be it because of the local produce or because of the very special vibe.

Bambi Eszpresszó

Budapest Bambi

Bambi is one of the oldest watering holes in Budapest. It was very popular in socialistic times, and it still is. Today you meet in Bambi the sons and daughters of those who used to drink here in the 70s, and the old men playing domino. The place is also known for its nutritious breakfasts, which are authentic Hungarian sandwiches.

II. Frankel Leó út, 2

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Bolt

Clothing and accessories for men and women from Hungarian designers. Also cards, notebooks, interior decorations.

VII. Kertész utca 42-44

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Corvintető

Budapest. Night Clubs. Corvintető

Corvintető is a club atop department store, famous for its spacious rooftop bar with great view of the city. In winter, when the open air terrace is closed, you can dance and chill till dawn downstairs with DJs and cool crowd. To get to Corvintető you can use stairs or an old elevator with a minibar.

VIII. Blaha Lujza tér 1-2 (Corvin Department Store)

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Csendes Bar

Csendes (Silent) is the new kid on the block that takes its name from the grand restaurant that used to be in this space many years ago.

In addition to the name the place preserved also two imposing columns that are the focus of this abundantly decorated space. Indeed, you may spent hours just examining all the interior details of the bar, big and small, the objects and pieces of arts covering the walls and hanging from the ceiling.

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Eclectick

Design clothes and accessories created by Hungarian designers and designer groups. Their bags of bicycle tires and LPs may be a good non-trivial gift.

V. Irányi utca 20

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Ellátó

Budapest. Bars. Ellátó

It seems many people come to Ellátó to get drunk and discuss the big question of life with strangers while standing around the bar with pints in their hands. Yes, drinking and smoking is encouraged in this bar with simplistic design and artsy crowd. Be careful: bartenders sometimes miscalculate your change for their benefit.

VII. Klauzál tér 2

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