DINING IL TERZO CERChio Urbane Italian eatery with exposed oven and brick ceilings, specializing in hand-tossed pizza. Pest VII, Dohány u. 40. T: (+36 1) 354 0788, www.ilterzocerchio.hu Map E5 JACK DOYLE’S Offering the best of traditional Irish fare married to local Hungarian specialties, with weekday lunch specials. Global sports broadcasts. Pest V, Pilvax köz 1-3. T: (+36 1) 796 9009, www.jackdoyles.hu Map D5 JAMIE'S ITALIAN on Buda Castle Hill is the first restaurant of Jamie Oliver in Central Europe. The unique menu is packed with Jamie's Italian classics, artisan pizzas, craft beer and plenty of fantastic local and Italian wines. Buda I, Szentháromság u. 9-11, T: (+36 1) 800 9212, www. jamieoliver.com/italian/hungary/ Map E4 LA BODEGUITA DEL MEDIO A Cuban cocktail bar and music restaurant in the style of old Havana, with fresh fish and grilled steaks. Located in the beautiful Fészek Club. Pest VII, Dob u. 57. T: (+36 20) 388 2738, www.bodeguita.hu Map E4 LA PLAZA Gourmet Spanish restaurant at Szabadság Square offers a seasonal à la carte menu of fine dining and a premier selection of tapas. Pest V, Október 6 u. 26. T: (+36 1) 354 3050 Map D4 LE BOURBON Michelin-recommended French restaurant specializing in fresh seafood and shellfish, and particularly renowned for exquisite pastries and cakes. Pest V, Erzsébet tér 9-10. T: (+36 1) 429 5770, www.lebourbonrestaurant. com Map D5 L’ENOTECA A cozy wine bar offering Trattoria Toscana’s full menu, along with some 300 varieties of wine from across Hungary, Italy, and the world. Terrace dining with panoramic riverfront views. Pest V, Belgrád rkp. 13. T: (+36 1) 486 1665, www.lenoteca.hu Map D6 lou lou Delight in world-class French gastronomy at the Michelin recommended Lou Lou eatery, led by esteemed Magyar restaurateur Károly Rudits. The warmly welcoming setting that is equally elegant and relaxed, is offering artistically presented meals using high caliber ingredients. Pest VI, Székely Mihály u. 2. T: (+36 1) 877 6202, www.lou-lou.hu Map E4 MOMOTARO RAMEN Noodles, dim sum and spicy Szechuanese dishes. The real Chinese stuff so no wonder the place swarms with Chinese guests. Closed on Mon. Pest V, Széchenyi u. 16. T: (+ 36 1) 269 3802, www.momotaroramen.com Map C4 NOBU Michelin rcommended new-style Japanese restaurant. Yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno and Alaskan black cod with den miso are just two of the signiture dishes found on the menu. Kempinski Hotel Corvinus: Pest V, Erzsébet tér 7-8. T: (+36 1) 429 4242, www.noburestaurants.com/budapest Map D5 NOIR ET L’OR Colonial French cuisine with Mediterranean flavors. Multiple sampler plates offered. Pest VII, Király u. 17. T: (+36 1) 413 0236, www.noiretlor.hu Map E4 OKUYAMA no SUSHI Hard-to-find Osaka-style sushi, good cooked-fish dishes too. Closed on Mon. Buda III, Kolosy tér 5-6. T: (+36 1) 250 8256. Map B0 PAMPAS If you long for ral good beef, and lots of it, this Argentinean steakhouse opposite the big Market Hall is the place to go. Pest V, Vámház kőrut 6, T: (+36 1) 411 1750, www.steak. hu Map E6 PATA NEGRA Delicacies in true tapas sizes, great cheeses, and a Spanish wine menu. www. patanegra.hu Pest IX, Kálvin tér 8. T: (+36 30) 311 8690 Map E6; Buda II, Frankel Leó u. 55. T: (+36 1) 438 3227 Map B2 PARIS BUDAPEST Michelin recommended French haute cuisine and Hungarian specialties prepared with a Gallic flavor. Pest V, Széchenyi tér 2. T: (+36 1) 235 5600, www.parisbudapest. hu Map C5 PAVILLON DE PARIS This restaurant offers the finest of French cuisine. It has a romantic ruinterrace in spring and summer. Closed on Sun. Buda I, Fő u. 20. T: (+36 1) 225 0174, www.pavillondeparis.hu Map B4 PLANET SUSHI Along with freshly made sushi, the menu includes wok-prepared dishes and salads. Excellent lunchtime bento boxes available on weekdays. Pest VI, Oktogon tér 3. T: (+36 1) 413 7830, www.planetsushi.hu/en Map E4 RICKSHAW RESTAURANT This Michelin recommended place is also part of the Corinthia hotel and serves authentic dishes from across the Orient. Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 43-49. T: (+36 1) 479 4855 or (+36 1) 479 4800, www.corinthia.com/ budapest Map F4 ROSENSTEIN One of Budapest’s most popular Jewish restaurants in a hidden-away corner near Keleti railway station. Closed on Sun. Pest VIII, Mosonyi u. 3. T: (+36 1) 333 3492, www. rosenstein.hu Map G5 SALAAM BomBAY An elaborate selection of Indian cuisine. Pest V, Mérleg u. 6. T: (+36 1) 411 1252, www.salaambombay.hu Map C4 SHAlimAR Possibly the best Indian restaurant in town, unanimously acclaimed for its tasty curries and tandoori dishes. Located in the Jewish Quarter. Pest VII, Dob utca 53. T: (+36 1) 352 0305, www.shalimar.hu Map E4 SPÍLER This “bistropub” is a popular urban hangout in Gozsdu Udvar, with Hungary’s best microbrews and wines, a big terrace. Pest VII, Király u. 13. T: (+36 1) 878 1320, www.spilerbp. hu Map E5 SPÍLER SAnghAI Inspired by the ‘30s in Shanghai, this bar, bistro and club offers a wide variety of cocktails and delicacies with an Asian twist in a rustic, industrial setting. Pest VII, Király u. 13. T: (+36 1) 878 1309, www.spilerbp.hu/shanghai Map E5 TAJ MAHAL An irresistible selection of Indian fare, including North and South Indian specialties. Home deliveries too. Closed on Mon. Pest VI, Szondi u. 40. T: (+36 1) 301 0447, www.tajmahal. hu Map E3 TAVERNA DionYSOS Greek appetizers, charcoalgrilled meats, seafood, Greek wines. Panoramic views of Gellért Hill. Pest V, Belgrád rkp. 16. T: (+36 1) 318 1222, www.dionysos.hu Map D6 TOM GEORGE ITALIAno A welcoming dining haven offering traditional dishes from all over Italy, all made from top-quality ingredients. Pest V, Október 6 u. 8. T: (+36 1) 266 3525, www. tomgeorge.hu Map D4 TRATTORIA MAMMA Fine Italian dining and an extensive wine list. Pest V, Hercegprímás u. 3. T: (+36 1) 267 5268 Map D4 TRATTORIA Pomo D’oro Homemade Tuscan pasta, risotto, pizza, and fresh seafood. Pest V, Arany János u. 9. T: (+36 1) 302 6473, www. pomodorobudapest.com Map D4 TRATToriA TOSCANA Tuscan classics and views over the Danube riverfront. Pest V, Belgrád rkpt. 13-15. T: (+36 1) 327 0045, www.toscana.hu Map D6 WASABI RUnning SUSHI & wok Sushi bar that offers all-you-can-eat from a selection of 60 wok entrees and 8 sushi rolls that move along your table on a double conveyor belt. www. wasabi.hu Buda III, Szépvölgyi út 15. T: (+36 1) 430 1056, Map B0; Pest VI, Podmaniczky u. 21. T: (+36 1) 374 0008 Map D3 ZONA Located between two of Budapest’s World Heritage Sites, the Buda Castle and the Chain Bridge, ZONA is classy but casual, and offers a unique dining experience. T: (36 30) 422 5981 www.zonabudapest.com Map C5 32 <strong>WHERE</strong> BUDAPEST I DECEMBER <strong>2017</strong>
Budapest’s iconic DINING first private restaurant and café, Pierrot became years old this year. 35 Celebrate the elegant Hungarian cuisine in the Buda Castle, in a 13th-century old bakery house. Pierrot is a refined yet comfortable and relaxed, friendly Hungarian restaurant that has been a culinary landmark for 35 years. The menu features contemporary interpretations of Hungarian specialities. Fortuna utca 14. Budapest // Buda Castle www.pierrot.hu +36 1 375 6971 hello@pierrot.hu Pierrot 177x124 mm.indd 1 <strong>2017</strong>.11.21. 13:57:30 www.wheretraveler.com 33