I fell in love with Budapest in just a matter of days. Budapest is a relatively affordable city, and it has so much culture and character. From the beautiful Parliament building and the Buda Castle to the iconic Széchenyi Thermal Baths and underground museums, Budapest was definitely a standout city to visit. We had a lot of fun walking around and discovering a few great restaurants, and exploring some of the famous ruin bars during our visit.
1. Mazel Tov: Mazel Tov in Budapest serves incredible Middle Eastern-inspired dishes in a beautifully designed garden-like space. The food was absolutely incredible, and we enjoyed a live band during our dinner. I loved this restaurant so much that I even bought their cookbook to recreate the experience at home. My favorite dish we ordered was the Moroccan Lamb Soup.
2. Nobu: I was impressed with the Nobu in Budapest! The restaurant was much less extravagant than other locations I have been to, but still had a great ambiance. This Nobu is located in the famous Kempinski Hotel, and it features their signature dishes like Black Cod Miso. It's a perfect spot for a special night out in Budapest, and relatively affordable for a Nobu experience.
3. Szimpla Kert: Szimpla Kert is Budapest's most iconic ruin bar. It's tucked away in a run-down building filled with eclectic decor and mismatched furniture, very close to Mazel Tov restaurant. I absolutely loved the atmosphere and unique charm. I think it’s the perfect spot to enjoy drinks, live music, and get a true taste of Budapest’s nightlife in the ruin bars.
4. Seven Cocktail Bar: We stopped into Seven Cocktail Bar to kill some time before our dinner reservation, and we quickly fell in love with this intimate bar. I thought the interior was beautiful. They also had an extensive list of creative cocktails and a great charcuterie board. It was a great spot for a round of drinks.
5. Budapest Makery: Budapest Makery is a cooking experience in a peaceful neighborhood of Budapest where participants can learn to prepare dishes with ingredients from scratch. It’s a fun, hands-on activity for everyone. Despite not being a pro in the kitchen, it’s easy to enjoy and feel accomplished by the end of it. I thought it was also a great way to spend time learning about local flavors and a good spot for a group to go.
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