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Kőleves Vendéglő

Little arty cafe in the Jewish district of Budapest with creative décor of kitchen utensils that was called "stone soup" after an old folk tale. They offer mostly Jewish specialties with Hungarian bits, and inexpensive daily menu. Jazz concerts every Tuesday at 21:00.

VII. Kazinczy utca 35

Le Jardin de Paris

Budapest. Le Jardin de Paris
Located in a small, early nineteenth-century building, Le Jardin de Paris is a cosy cellar thoughtfully decorated with the posters, lithographs and pictures. It has a feel of '70s-style French bistro and offers a variety of French specialties, including some game dishes and excellent desserts. Its wine list is French too, with some eclectic touches.

LUMU, museum of contemporary art in the state-of-the-art building with permanent collection and variety of temporary exhibitions. There is also a shop offering decent selections of books on art, design, architecture.

IX. Komor Marcell utca 1

Over 30 different types of sandwiches, including vegetarian, meat and fish ones starting from 160 forints. Nice and good looking snack on the go.

V. Vámház körút 10

Despite the location in touristy area Menza is a locals’ favourite, probably because of a friendly service and competitive prices. Its interior resembles style of the 70s, its cuisine is mostly Hungarian with a few international touches like truly delicious duck breast with mango. In Menza we met the best hostess in Budapest.

VI. Liszt Ferenc tér, 2

International theatre, cultural scene, restaurant and club. This is where the happenings happen, be it a jazz concert or fashion show, electronic party or theatrical performance. Popular hangout for young artists and art types. Happy hour every day from 17:00 to 22:00. Prices depend on the event.

V. Gerlóczy utca 4

Millenáris

Budapest. Millenaris

Millenáris (aka House of Future Centre) is a park and a scene for exhibitions, plays, concerts and performances. The location is actually the reconstructed Ganz Electrical Factory and you still can see the parts of machinery that once stood here.