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NIGHTLIFE
Open daily from 9pm. Pest VI, Jókai u. 4. T: (+ 36
70) 941 4769, www.salsaclub.hu Map E4
CLUB 202 Alternative rockers, hard-core
heavy-metal bands, and international ensembles
share the stage at this underground venue with
a diverse concert schedule. Decorated in an
American Southwest motif, the bar is frequented
by a local, casual crowd. Buda XI, Fehérvári út
202. T: (+36 1) 208 5569, www.club202.hu
doboz This stylish downtown hotspot with
unique design – like the King Kong statue
located on a tree in the courtyard – offers
regular parties and live gigs by up-and-coming
bands. Pest VII, Klauzál u. 10. T: (+36 20) 449
4801, www.doboz.pm Map E5
el patio Original Argentinean “parilla” grilled
steaks and fresh fish in the beautiful and
famous garden of Fészek Club in the heart of
downtown. Live music and dance show every
night. Open Sun-Thu 11am-1am, Fri-Sat 11am-
3am. Pest VII, Dob u. 57. T: (+36 20) 388 2738,
www.bodeguita.hu Map E4
FILTER This hidden-away headquarters for local
live music features high-spirited concerts by
almost-famous bands; experience Budapest’s
underground spirit here. Open Tue-Sat 7pm-
4am. Pest VII, Almássy u. 1. T: (+36 30) 921 4212,
www.filterclub.hu Map F4
holdudvar Surrounded by the greenery of
Margaret Island, this classy club was formerly
a casino. District XIII, Margaret Island. www.
holdudvar.net Map C1
lokál This multifunctional complex located
in a historic apartment building features an
Art Nouveau café, an upstairs graffiti-covered
party area, and art exhibitions. Open Mon-Tue
5pm-1am, Wed-Thu 5pm-2am, Fri-Sat 5pm-
4am. Pest VII, Dob u. 18. T: (+36 30) 934 9434,
www.lokalbar.hu Map E5
menta terasz This diverse hangout contains
a chic restauran and a basement club hosting
parties and live gigs by up-and-coming local
bands. Open Sun-Wed noon-10pm and Thu-
Sat noon-2am. Buda II, Margit krt. 14. T: (+36 1)
336 1250, www.mentaterasz.hu Map B2
mika tivadar mulató Located in the Jewish
Quarter, this historic house has now morphed
into an artsy hangout. Regular concerts,
parties, and a stylish bar await visitors. Open
Mon-Tue 5pm-2am, Wed-Thu 5pm-3am, Fri-Sat
5pm-5am. Pest VII, Kazinczy u. 47. T: (+36 20)
965 3007, www.mikativadarmulato.hu Map E4
Minyon A sophisticated cocktail bar and restaurant
with delectable dishes, welcoming guests
with cool DJs and comfy couches. Open Thu
4pm-2am, Fri 4pm-5am, Sat 6pm-5am. Pest VI,
Király u. 8. T: (+36 1) 878 2016, www.minyonbar.
hu Map D5
MORRISON’S 2 The sequel to Morrison’s Opera is
a labyrinthine club with several rooms divided
according to the fun within, including karaoke
and live concerts. Open daily 5pm-4am. Pest
V, Szt. István krt. 11. T: (+36 1) 374 3329, www.
morrisons.hu Map D2
MORRISON’S OPERA A wide variety of music
parties and karaoke events, along with drink
specials daily until 9pm. Live concerts. Open
Mon-Sat 7pm-4am. Pest VI, Révay u. 25 (near
the Opera House). T: (+36 1) 269 4060, www.
morrisons.hu Map D4
MOULIN ROUGE Decorated sumptuously to
create an air of elegant allure, cabaret-style
shows and theme parties are the norm. Pest
VI, Nagymező u. 17. T: (+36 70) 411 8130, www.
moulinrouge.hu Map E4
Peaches ‘n’ cream Party with a young crowd
at this trendy two-floor R&B club, where the
latest hits can be enjoyed amidst an upscale
interior. Open Wed-Sat 10pm-5am. Pest VI,
Nagymező u. 46-48. T: (+36 70) 381 8380, www.
peachesandcream.hu Map E4
PIAF CLUB A surreal club dedicated to the legendary
French siren. Dancing downstairs goes
on until after dawn. Pest VI, Nagymező u. 25. T:
(+36 1) 312 3823, www.piafklub.hu Map E4
salsa club azucar Dance the night away
to the alluring rhythms of salsa and bachata
music. Pest VI, Benczúr u. 45. www.facebook.
com/salsaclubazucar Map G2
SOHO budapest This crowded yet sophisticated
club is a popular place for ’80s music and
meeting people. Open Mon-Wed 11:30am-
11:30pm, Thu-Sat 11:30am-5am, Sun 11:30am-
5pm. Pest VI, Nagymező u. 31. T: (+36 70) 603
9551, www.soholondon.hu Map E4
SYMBOL This ultra-trendy club in Óbuda offers
several different atmospheres, each more chic
than the last, including a garden, a sport pub,
an Italian fusion restaurant, and a basement
dance hall. Buda III, Bécsi út 56. T: (+36 1) 333
5656, www.symbolbudapest.hu Map B0
Szilvuplé Varieté With its brick walls,
French-style graphics, and cozy decor, this
underground party place offers regular salsa
nights, but also all kinds of live concerts and
performances by up-and-coming local bands.
Open Mon-Wed 6pm-2am and Thu-Sat 6pm-
4am. Pest VI, Ó u. 33. T: (+36 20) 992 5115, www.
szilvuple.hu Map E4
Sports Bars & Pubs
CALEDONIA SCOTTISH PUB A genuine Scottish
pub in the heart of Pest, with real Scottish
beers imported directly to the bar. Open
Mon-Thu, Sun 11am-midnight and Sat 11am-
12:30am. Pest VI, Mozsár u. 9. T: (+36 1) 311
7611, www.facebook.com/caledoniabudapest
Map E4
CHAMPS SPORT PUB Meeting point for sports
fans. Healthy cuisine, cocktail bar, sports
events on 35 TV screens, plus two supersized
projector screens. Open daily noon-2am. Pest
VII, Dohány u. 20. T: (+36 1) 413 1655, www.
champs.hu Map E5
FAT MO’S SPEAKEASY Retro music club with
international and Tex-Mex food selection, with
11 beers on tap, and sports events on large
TVs. Live blues music; funk and soul parties.
Pest V, Nyári Pál u. 11. T: (+36 1) 266 8027, www.
fatmo.hu Map D6
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