Attractions, Where to go out

Dancing shoes - Live music - Pubs & Cafés - Restaurants

Dancing shoes

Alterego Bar & Lounge
The hottest and most exclusive gay club in the city. Transvariete show at 00:30 from Thursday to Saturday.
Mondays – Karaoke
Thursdays – Moon Light
Fridays – Retro Party
Saturdays - DiscoVery
1060 Budapest, Dessewffy u. 33.
Open: 10pm – 5am
Tel. +3670 3454302

Barokko Club & Lounge
A place to see and be seen. Live lounge mousic DJ mix nightly.
1065 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc ter 5.
Open: Sun – Tue 12pm – 2am, Wed – Sat 12pm – 3am
Tel. +361 322 0700
www.barokko.hu

Cactus Juice Pub
Unique “Old West” atmosphere, excellent cuisine, a large drink assortment and a party atmosphere make this a good bet any night of the week. Light shows and special events on weekends.
1061 Budapest, Jokai ter 5.
Open: Mon – Thu 12pm – 2am, Fri – Sat 12pm – 4am
Tel. +361 302 2116
www.cactusjuice.hu

Club Nonsense
Budapest’s newest resort, featuring artistic interior design, a huge dance hall, comfortable armchairs, futuristic lighting and real cocktails.
1113 Budapest, Karolina ut. 17.
www.cubnonsense.hu

Club inside
When the summer atmosphere has to move inside, this warehouse keeps things going late and catches those that can’t go on with its couches.
1093 Budapest, Kozraktar u. 9 – 11.
Tel. +361 210 4872

Club Seven
This glamorous cabaret-meetscasino has afull range of great cocktails and hot hard bodies. Pop/Rnb tunes get the mixed local/international crowd moving.
1073 Budapest, Akacfa u. 7.
Tel. +361 478 9030.

E-Klub
Huge, hedonistic disco popular with Hungarian guys and plaza kittens. Entry about Ft 1000, ladies free.
Fridays – Foam party (Ibiza house) Saturdays – Revolution Party
1101 Budapest, Nepligeti ut. 2
Open: Fri – Sat
www.e-klub.hu

Klub B7
The city’s biggest club is open late Fri – Sat with house/R&B hits. 18+, free entry for ladies.
1065 Budapest, Nagymezo u. 46 – 48
Tel. +361 301 0020
www.b7.hu

Mono Klub
An experimental venue with experimental music, this trippy club is known fo those who don’t drink but still “partake”.
1066 Budapest, O utca 51.
Tel. +3620 433 8421
www.monoklub.hu

Living Room
Popular among the young of Budapest and foreigners alike with pop-hits old and new. Wednesdays and Thursdays – Student’s Get-togethers, Fridays – Roxy Party, Saturdays – Hip-hop & Funky
1055 Budapest, Kossuth Lajos u. 17.
Open: Wed – Sat 10pm – 5am
www.livingroom.hu

Moulin Rouge
Posh and plush with cabaret style shows and hot parties for those with something to show off.
1065 Budapest, Nagymezo u. 17.
Tel. +3630 434 9995
www.moulinrouge.hu

Piaf
Very eclectic mix of people guarantees an interesting time at this after party club. Keeps moving until past dawn.
1065 Budapest, Nagymezo u. 25.
Open: Fri – Sat

Portside de Cuba
A Latin flavoured dining, dancing and billiards spot serving Hungarian and Cuban dishes to plenty of hot young people.
1074 Budapest, Dohany u. 7.
Tel. +361 351 8406
www.portside.hu

School Club
Good-looking student disco. Cheap drinks, all mix music and karaoke.
1091 Budapest, Fovam ter. 8.
Open: Mon – Sat
www.schoolclub.hu

Soho London Pub
Funky, Latin and 80’s pop music parties. Always a popular place on weekends.
1063 Budapest, Nagymezo u. 31.
Open: Thu – Sat 4pm – 4am
www.soholondoncafe.hu

Tabu Lounge
Trendy lounge with music programs every night. Peaches’n Cream R&B party every Saturday.
1024 Budapest, Lovohaz u. 2 – 6
Mammut 2 Shopping Center
www.tabulounge.hu

 

Live Music

A38
One of the bests venues for a wide range of jazz, world, electronic, hip-hop and rock music bands & DJs.
Petofi bridge, Buda side
www.a38.hu

Alcatraz Club
Funky jazz and salsa club, with live music nightly.
1072 Budapest, Nyar u. 1.
Open: Mon – Wed 4pm – 2 am, Thu – Sat 4pm – 4am
www.alcatraz.hu

Columbus Jazz Club
Uniquely features the country’s best jazz players, lead by members of the Society of Hungarian Jazz Artists, as well as special guests and young artists.
1052 Budapest, Vigado ter (on boat)
Open daily 12pm to 12am
Tel. +361 266 9013
www.majazz.hu

Cream Music Café
This new hot spot features a rocking basement pub with over 30 beers and tasty snacks on offer. Also has live music nightly.
1074 Budapest, Dohany u. 28.
Tel. +361 413 6997
www.creammusiccafe.hu

Jam Pub
Classic pub at the mall serves breakfast. Live music nightly and 50% off during happy hour.
1024 Budapest, Lovohaz u. 2-6.
Mammut 2 Shopping Center
www.jampub.hu

Janis’ Pub
Irish-themed pub with Guiness on tap and live music nightly.
1053 Budapest, Kiraly Pal u. 8.
Tel. +361 266 2619
www.janispub.hu

Merlin
Hosts live music and rock, electronic and hip-hop DJ’s nearly every night.
1053 Budapest, Gerloczy u. 4.
Tel. +361 317 9338

Old Man’s Music Pub
International and Hungarian bands on each day of the week.
1072 Budapest, Akacfa u. 13.
www.oldmans.hu

 

  Pubs & Cafés

Café Aloe
Warm, friendly cellar bar with comfy seating and friendly staff. Good selection of cocktails and toasted sandwiches.
1066 Budapest, Zichy Jeno u.37.
Tel. +361 269 4536

Café Bobek
Cute little café-bar named after a communist rabbit. Go for a quiet drink with friends and free Wifi.
1075 Budapest, Kazinczy u. 51.
Tel. +3630 372 9158
www.bobek.hu

Café Csiga
A low-key artsy café-pub just off Rakoczi ter.
1084 Budapest, Vasar u. 2.
Tel. +361 210 0885

Castro Bisztro
Fun times await at this 20-something favourite, located just steps away from Deak ter and named after Fidel himself. Great Serbian food goes with good beer and friendly staff.
1075 Budapest, Madach Imre ter 3.
www.castrobistro.hu

Cotton Club
A combination of restaurant, Orpheum and cigar room that retain the look and unique atmosphere of a prohibition-era speakeasy.
1066 Budapest, Jokai u. 26.
Tel +361 354 0886
www.cottonclub.hu

Ellato
A cosmopolitan 30-something meeting place serving tasty fod in the afternoon and fresh “pogacsa” in the evening, when it tends to get packed.
1070 Budapest, Klauzal ter 2.

Irish Cat Pub
A small traditional Irish Pub hiding close to Kalvin ter, this naughty kitty has your favourite beers and a great selection of whiskies, plus regular events and parties.
1053 Budapest, Muzeum krt. 41.
Tel. +361 266 4085
www.irishcat.hu

Kiado Kocsma
Recently expanded pub has a laidback atmosphere popular with cyclists and artist. Smoky parties go well into the night.
1060 Budapest, Jokai ter 3.
Tel. +361 331 1955

Konyvtar Klub
A student hangout open to all, off the ELTE courtyard, with cheap drinks, a university crowd and frequent concerts.
1088 Budapest, ELTE – Trefortkert, Muzeum krt. 4.
www.konyvtarklub.hu

Mediterran Café & Club
Home of delicious grilled foods and the best parties, it’s a 2 in 1: eat first, then dance to the best funky music with the most beautiful ladies.
1061 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc ter 10.
Tel. +361 344 4615

Morrison’s Music Pub
Both the disco and karaoke dance halls are reassuringly packed every night of the week. Go for the drink promotions, countless cocktail choices and unique sub-aquatic vibe and stay for the high quality service and funky décor.
1065 Budapest, Revay u. 25.
Tel. +3670 505 9870
www.morisons.hu

Repeta Sarok
The basement pub of this resto-café hosts mostly free cultural events, concerts, English-language comedy nights and parties.
1053 Budapest, Curia u. 2.
Tel. +361 266 1165
www.repetasarok.hu

Rizsa Presszo
Casual and comfortable café in a good location, without the pretense of Liszt Ferenc ter. Happy hour deals make it a great place to start the party.
1072 Budapest, Kiraly u. 61.
Tel. +3620 927 3232
www.rizsa.eu

Stage Pub
A hot pub downtown with plenty of space for dancing o talking to friends. Holds regular karaoke nights.
1052 Budapest, Aranykez u. 5
Tel. +361 266 6858
www.stagepub.hu

Szimpla Kert
Smoky, trendy and atmospheric – a good bet almost any night.
1073 Budapest, Kazinczy u. 14.
www.szimpla.hu

Szoda Café
Crowded manga-themed bar and downstairs club with a good all-mix vibe.
1075 Budapest, Wesselenyi u. 18.
Tel. +361 461 0007

Trafo Bar Tango
Downstairs at Trafo is a funky bar with fresh local live acts and DJs. Gets packed for special events.
1094 Budapest, Liliom u. 41.
Tel. +3620 319 7061

West-Balkan
A sprawling, fun and lively outdoor/indoor garden with live music, DJs and special events. Good grill too.
1081 Budapest, Futo u. 46.
www.west-balkan.com

 

Restaurants

Admiral Restaurant Budapest 5th. district
Alcatraz Club Budapest 7th. district
Articsoka Restaurant Budapest 6th. district
Bagolyvar Restaurant Budapest 14th. district
Bazilika Restaurant Budapest 5th. district
Boxutca Étterem Budapest 6th. district
Buena Vista Budapest 6th. district
Carmel Restaurant Budapest 7th. district
Cotton Club Budapest 5th. district
Fat Mo's Music Club Budapest 5th. district
Gundel Budapest 14th. district
Henry J. Bean's Bar & Grill Budapest 5th. district
Iguana Mexican Bar & Grill Budapest 5th. district
Karpatia Restaurant Budapest 5th. district
La Fontaine Budapest 5th. district
Magdalena Merlo Budapest 7th. district
Nosztalgia Restaurant Budapest 5th. district
River Club Budapest 8th. district

Alabardos Restaurant Budapest 1st. district
A-38 ship Budapest 11th. district
Cafe Miro Budapest 1st. district
Chang An Restaurant Budapest 2nd. district
Citadella Restaurant Budapest 11th. district
Fortuna Restaurant Budapest 1st. district
Kiraly Restaurant Budapest 1st. district
Marvanymenyasszony Budapest 1st. district
Nancsineni Vendegloje Budapest 2nd. district
Rotterdam Cafe&Grill Budapest 2nd. district
Tabani Terasz Budapest 1st. district
Vadrozsa Restaurant Budapest 2nd. district

 

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