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JULY <strong>2018</strong><br />
Nightlife<br />
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STARRY NIGHTS<br />
Rooftop screenings of famous flicks<br />
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NIGHTLIFE<br />
Starry Nights<br />
Watch the stars of the silver screen at this rooftop cinema<br />
Watch world-famous movies alfresco with the city at your feet at CORVINTETŐ, the rooftop terrace of a popular<br />
nightclub that morphs into an outdoor cinema every evening. BUDAPEST ROOFTOP CINEMA offers a more special<br />
viewing experience than your traditional movie theater. Films are screened with an intermission allowing guests to<br />
mingle and discuss the movie. HUNGARIANS ON THE ROOF brings classic Hungarian flicks to the roof, while guests can also<br />
watch premier films and cult classics as well. Log on to www.facebook.com/budapestrooftopcinema for more information<br />
(including which movies are screened with subtitles) and the current program. Listing, page 4A.<br />
BARS, PUBS<br />
AMIGO BAR A swinging joint dedicated to all<br />
things rockabilly and Elvis, this three-level bar<br />
has a grooving jukebox and features live local<br />
rock’n’roll bands on the weekends. Patrons<br />
and staff are often coolly decked out in retro<br />
fashions, just like the bar itself. Open Mon-Fri<br />
3pm-3am, Sat 6pm-4am. Pest VII, Hársfa u. 1. T:<br />
(+36 1) 352 1424, www.amigobar.hu Map D7<br />
BLACK SWAN BUDAPEST Art deco bar near<br />
Klauzál square. A wide variety of cocktails,<br />
wines and other alcoholic drinks, along with<br />
bar snacks and other dishes. Pest VII, Klauzál u.<br />
32. T: (+36 30) 789 1683, www.facebook.com/<br />
blackswanbudapest Map C6<br />
BOB The Bacardi Original Bar - BoB - is located<br />
in the heart of the city center, close to the<br />
Basilica.This chic hotspot offers a wide variety<br />
of cocktails and drinks along with regular parties.<br />
Pest V, Széchenyi István tér 7-8. T: (+36 70)<br />
333 2161, www.bobbudapest.hu Map D4<br />
2A <strong>WHERE</strong> BUDAPEST I JULY <strong>2018</strong><br />
BUDDHA-BAR A luxurious mezzanine bar where<br />
live DJs play famous Buddha-Bar tunes and<br />
one-of-a-kind drinks are served. An excellent<br />
date destination, ready to impress seven days<br />
a week. Open Sun-Wed 7pm-2am and Thu-Sat<br />
7pm-3am. Pest V, Váci u. 34. T: (+36 1) 799 7300,<br />
www.buddhabarhotel.hu Map B5<br />
CACTUS JUICE Where the Wild West meets<br />
Eastern Europe. Great food and a huge assortment<br />
of tequilas. Mon-Thu noon-2am, Fri-sat<br />
noon-4am. Pest VI, Jókai tér 5. T: (+36 1) 302<br />
2116, www.cactusjuice.hu Map D6<br />
CSIGA An offbeat hangout found off the beaten<br />
path, presenting a relaxed place for polishing<br />
off pints over lively conversation. Cool music<br />
and an excellent food selection. Pest VIII,<br />
Vásár u. 2. T: (+36 30) 613 2046, www.facebook.<br />
com/cafecsiga Map B7<br />
DOBLO A heaven for wine lovers, Doblo is a<br />
cosy wine bar close to the Great Synagogue.<br />
The menu offers small bites to accompany<br />
the wines, like Hungarian hand-crafted<br />
cheese and meat. Regular wine tastings, and<br />
live music in the evenings. Open daily 2pm-<br />
2am. Pest VII, Dob u. 20. T: (+36 20) 398 8863,<br />
www.budapestwine.com Map C6<br />
DIVINO Sample the best Hungarian wines from<br />
29 young wine makers at this trendy wine bar,<br />
which is located right next to the Bazilika. Di-<br />
Vino has multiple locations in the city center.<br />
Open Mon-Wed, Sun 4pm-midnight, Thu-Sat<br />
4pm-2am. Pest V, Szent István tér 3. T: (+36 70)<br />
935 3980, www.divinoborbar.hu Map D5<br />
FARM GASTROBAR This bar offers a wide variety<br />
of cocktails, premium drinks and gourmet bar<br />
food. The interior is minimalistic with pure white<br />
walls and different agricultural tools displayed<br />
(hence the name, farm). Pest VI, Ó u. 14. T: (+36<br />
30) 622 7500, www.farmbudapest.hu Map D5<br />
FECSKE This relaxed hangout offers a laid-back<br />
bar and fun parties on weekends. Open Mon-<br />
Fri 10am-1am, Sat noon-1am, Sun 2pm-1am.<br />
Pest VIII, Baross u. 10. T: (+36 1) 318 0091, www.<br />
fecsketerasz.hu Map B6
NIGHTLIFE<br />
GRANDIO Join friendly backpackers for inexpensive<br />
drinks at this colorful bar set in the<br />
plant-filled courtyard of a popular downtown<br />
hostel. Open daily. Pest VII, Nagy Diófa u. 8. T:<br />
(+36 20) 350 7441, www.grandiopartyhostel.<br />
com Map C6<br />
HARD ROCK CAFÉ Enjoy legendary burgers and<br />
other great American food, handmade cocktails<br />
and exciting live music. Open Mon-Wed, Sun<br />
noon-midnight, Thu-Sat noon-1am. Pest V, Deák<br />
Ferenc u. 3-5 (at Vörösmarty tér). T: (+36 1) 882<br />
3430, www.hardrockcafebudapest.com Map C5<br />
HOTSY-TOTSY BAR & BARBER As the name<br />
suggests, this underground place offers both<br />
stylish haircuts and tasty cocktails. The unique<br />
and slightly strange combination of these two<br />
services earned the place a loyal fanbase. Pest<br />
VII, Síp u. 24. T: (+36 1) 614 5097, www.facebook.<br />
com/hotobp Map C6<br />
JARDÍN COCKTAIL BAR This beautifully designed<br />
bar offers delicious cocktails, and light appetizers<br />
updated often by their creative chefs.<br />
Pest VII, Dob u. 16. T: (+36 30) 465 9505, www.<br />
facebook.com/JardinCocktailBar Map C6<br />
KADARKA Popular wine bar, which stocks a wide<br />
variety of quality Hungarian wines. The menu<br />
includes tapas, homemade hamburgers and<br />
different creams amongst others. Reservation<br />
is recommended, especially on the weekends.<br />
Open daily 4pm-midnight. Pest VII, Király u. 42.<br />
T: (+36 1) 266 5094, www.kadarka.hu Map D6<br />
OSCAR AMERICAN BAR Decorated with classic<br />
and vintage film imagery, this stylish hangout<br />
offers strong cocktails, good food, and friendly<br />
service. Open Wed-Thu 5pm-2am, Fri-Sat 5pm-<br />
3am. Buda I, Ostrom u. 14. T: (+36 20) 214 2525,<br />
www.oscarbarbudapest.hu Map E2<br />
PALACK Popular wine bar located near Gellért<br />
square. Wide variety of local and international<br />
wines. Tapas, salads and other delicacies also<br />
available to accompany the drinks. Regular<br />
concerts. Buda I, Szent Gellért tér 3. T: (+ 36 30)<br />
997 1902, www.palackborbar.hu Map A5<br />
PROSIT BISZTRO & BAR Located at Erzsébet<br />
square, this bar offers around 40 different<br />
quality Hungarian wines, 20 pálinka, and 20<br />
different cocktails to choose from along with<br />
delicious bistro style food. Pest V, Erzsébet tér<br />
11-13. www.froccsterasz.hu/prosit Map C5<br />
RUMPUS TIKI BAR An exotic hidden gem in the<br />
heart of the city’s party area. This bar is the<br />
ideal place for cocktail and rum lovers, they<br />
stock 60 different types of rum. Guests can<br />
also try exotic delicacies to accompany the<br />
drinks. Open Mon-Thu, Sat 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat<br />
6pm-3am. Pest VII, Király u. 19. T: (+36 20) 624<br />
0085, www.rumpus.hu Map C6<br />
SPÍLER This “bistropub” is a<br />
popular urban hangout in<br />
Gozsdu Udvar, with Hungary’s<br />
best microbrews and wines, a big terrace,<br />
and grooving DJs on weekend nights. Kitchen<br />
open late every day. Open daily 8:30am-3am.<br />
Pest VII, Király u. 13. T: (+36 1) 878 1320, www.<br />
spilerbp.hu Map C6<br />
SPÍLER SHANGHAI Inspired<br />
by the ‘30s in Shanghai, this<br />
bar, bistro and club offers a<br />
wide variety of cocktails and delicacies with<br />
an Asian twist in a rustic, industrial setting.<br />
Pest VII, Király u. 13. T: (+36 1) 878 1309, www.<br />
spilerbp.hu/shanghai Map C6<br />
ST. ANDREA WINE & SKYBAR Marvel at the<br />
beautiful panorama of the city center, and<br />
enjoy unique cocktails, and wines from the<br />
renowned St. Andrea winery. Bar food dishes<br />
are also served. Open Mon-Fri noon-midnight,<br />
Sat 4pm-midnight. Pest V, Váci u. 1. T:<br />
(+ 36 30) 300 3930, www.standreaskybar.hu<br />
Map C5<br />
SUTTOGÓ PIANO BAR Relax amid an elegant<br />
underground haven of comfy couches, cool<br />
lighting, and strong drinks, where live music<br />
is played nightly and last call only comes right<br />
before dawn. Open Tue-Wed 9:30pm-2am,<br />
Thu-Sat 9:30pm-5am. Pest VI, Hajós u. 27. T:<br />
(+36 20) 455 7329, www.suttogopianobar.hu<br />
Map D4<br />
THE BAR BUDAPEST Located close to Deák<br />
square, this trendy bar offers a wide variety of<br />
alcoholic drinks – from champagne to ciders<br />
and gins. Pest VI, Anker köz 1-3. T: (+36 30) 297<br />
4805, www.thebarbudapest.com Map D4<br />
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10:00 - 22:00<br />
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NIGHTLIFE<br />
CONCERT VENUES<br />
A38 SHIP One of Budapest’s most buoyant<br />
venues for music performances, located<br />
on a former stone-carrying barge. Buda XI,<br />
moored near Petőfi Bridge. T: (+36 1) 464<br />
3940, www.a38.hu Off Map<br />
AKVÁRIUM This popular venue found<br />
beneath a man-made lake in<br />
the heart of downtown Pest<br />
presents regular concerts by<br />
Hungarian and international<br />
acts. Pest V, Erzsébet tér. T:<br />
(+36 30) 860 3368, www.<br />
akvariumklub.hu Map C5<br />
BACKSTAGE PUB A fun<br />
nightspot with regular live<br />
gigs by up-and-coming<br />
local and international<br />
acts, along with a wellstocked<br />
bar featuring<br />
many Hungarian spirits.<br />
Open Thu-Sat 7pm-2am.<br />
Pest VI, Városligeti fasor 44.<br />
T: (+36 20) 294 1350, www.<br />
backstagepub.hu Map E8<br />
BARBA NEGRA MUSIC CLUB Drink<br />
grog with the buccaneers at this<br />
pirate-themed club, featuring regular<br />
live concerts by local and international<br />
artists. Buda XI, Prielle Kornélia u. 4. T: (+36<br />
20) 563 2254, www.barbanegra.hu Off Map<br />
BUDAPEST JAZZ CLUB Groovin’ sessions by<br />
classical jazz cats and modern performers. Pest<br />
XIII, Hollán Ernő u. 7. T: (+36 70) 413 9837, www.<br />
bjc.hu Map F5<br />
COLUMBUS JAZZ PUB This grooving riverboat<br />
club features cool musicians, delicious<br />
dining and incredible Budapest views. Open<br />
noon-midnight. Pest V, Vigadó tér 4 (docked<br />
on the Pest riverbank). T: (+36 1) 266 9013,<br />
www.columbuspub.hu Map C5<br />
DÜRER KERT A popular hotspot for underground<br />
concerts of both regional and global musicians.<br />
Pest XIV, Ajtósi Dürer sor 19-21. T: (+36 1)<br />
789 4444, www.durerkert.com Map E9<br />
FONÓ True Hungarian entertainment including<br />
many Gypsy-music acts is offered at this offbeat<br />
locale. Open Mon-Fri noon-midnight and<br />
Sat 6pm-midnight. Buda XI, Sztregova u. 3. T:<br />
(+36 1) 206 5300, www.fono.hu Off Map<br />
OPUS JAZZ CLUB Enjoy smooth jazz melodies<br />
and tasty delicacies at this downtown hotspot<br />
for regular live gigs. Open Mon 11am-9pm,<br />
Tue-Fri 11am-midnight, Sat 6pm-midnight.<br />
Pest IX, Mátyás u. 8. T: (+36 1) 455 8077, www.<br />
opusjazzclub.hu Map A6<br />
ORFEUM This underground cabaret serves up<br />
tasty cocktails and classy entertainment, from<br />
swing and jazz shows to Frank Sinatra tributes.<br />
Sink into a soft armchair or boogie under disco<br />
balls on the spacious dance floor. Pest VII,<br />
Erzsébet krt. 43-49. T: (+36 30) 948 6448, www.<br />
orfeum.hu Map D7<br />
TEREM Located near Erzsébet bridge, this event<br />
venue gives place to gala diners and wellknown<br />
party-series, among others. Check their<br />
page for current events. Pest V, Piarista kóz 2,<br />
www.facebook.com/terembudapest Map C5<br />
Budapest’s <strong>nightlife</strong> might seem hard<br />
to navigate with its ever-growing<br />
number of various pubs, <strong>nightlife</strong><br />
hotspots and clubs, so here is our<br />
mini-guide for dancing the night<br />
away. For a fun night out, head in the<br />
direction of the Bazilika. The majestic<br />
church’s neighborhood is home to a<br />
number of clubs, including the trendy<br />
Ötkert (p.5A) or Akvárium (p.4A),<br />
which also hosts regular concerts, all<br />
in walking distance from each other.<br />
NIGHTCLUBS<br />
4BRO DOWNTOWN Located right at the entrance<br />
of Gozsdu Udvar, this trendy nightclub<br />
offers dance parties, cultural events, gourmet<br />
street food, and a wide variety of drinks. Open<br />
Mon-Wed, Sun 5pm-2am, Thur 5pm-4am, Fri-<br />
Sar 5pm-5am. Pest VII, Király u.13. T: (+36 70) 953<br />
5617, www.4brodowntown.hu Map C6<br />
AETHER Located in the basement of 4BRO<br />
Downtown, this club is offering regular parties<br />
for electronic music fans. Pest VII, Király u.13.<br />
T: (+36 20) 982 2146, www.aetherclub.com<br />
Map C6<br />
ANKERT This hip hangout offers regular parties<br />
with popular DJs in a trendy “ruin pub” setting.<br />
Pest VI, Paulay Ede u. 33. T: (+36 30) 360 3389,<br />
www.ankert.hu Map D6<br />
BARRIO LATINO CAFÉ This friendly club awaits<br />
salsa, Kizomba and mambo lovers with regular<br />
parties, sizzling tunes, along with an active<br />
dance community. Open Mon-Tue 8pm-1am,<br />
Wed 7pm-2am, Thu 8pm-2am, Fri 8pm-4am,<br />
Sat 7pm-4am. Pest VI, Ó u. 33. Map D6<br />
BRKLYN Trendy nighttime hotspot<br />
with food and drinks, along with<br />
regular parties. Open Wed<br />
5pm-midnight, Thu-Sat 5pm-<br />
5am. Pest VII, Kazinczy u. 48.<br />
www.brklyn.hu Map C6<br />
CORVIN CLUB Once this<br />
was the attic for a communist-era<br />
department store;<br />
today it’s a sprawling<br />
nightclub with a huge<br />
rooftop terrace during<br />
summer months, when<br />
films are also screened<br />
daily on the rooftop.<br />
Open Wed-Sat 9pm-6am.<br />
Pest VIII, Blaha Lujza tér 1-2<br />
(entrance on Somogyi Béla<br />
utca). T: (+36 30) 751 5200,<br />
www.corvinteto.com Map C7<br />
DOBOZ This stylish downtown<br />
hotspot with unique design – like<br />
the King Kong statue located on a<br />
tree in the courtyard – offers regular<br />
parties and live gigs by up-and-coming<br />
bands. Pest VII, Klauzál u. 10. T: (+36 20) 449<br />
4801, www.doboz.pm Map C7<br />
EL PATIO Original Argentinean “parilla” grilled<br />
steaks and fresh fish in the beautiful and<br />
famous garden of Fészek Club in the heart of<br />
downtown. Live music and dance show every<br />
night. Open Sun-Thu 11am-1am, Fri-Sat 11am-<br />
3am. Pest VII, Dob u. 57. T: (+36 20) 388 2738,<br />
www.bodeguita.hu Map D6<br />
FÉSZEK ARTISTS’ CLUB Located underneath a<br />
club once frequented by Hungary’s greatest<br />
artists and actors, this cellar hotspot is a<br />
hidden den of intriguing night owls. Pest VII,<br />
Kertész u. 36. (at corner of Dob utca). T: (+36 1)<br />
342 6549, www.feszek-muveszklub.hu Map D6<br />
INSTANT Two popular nightclubs - Instant and<br />
Fogas Ház - merged, and the result is a huge<br />
multifunctional artsy hangout offering regular<br />
parties and concerts. Pest VII, Akácfa u. 49-51.<br />
T: (+36 20) 638 5040, www.instant.co.hu, www.<br />
fogasház.hu Map D6<br />
LÄRM Techno club with top notch sound and<br />
jet-black, minimal decoration. The lineup<br />
showcases the freshest tunes from Europe<br />
and beyond. Open Sun–Wed 10pm-4am, Thu<br />
10pm-5am, Fri-Sat 11pm-6am. Pest VII, Akácfa<br />
u. 51. www.larm.hu Map D6<br />
LIGET CLUB This is the third location of the popular<br />
Morrison’s clubs. A trendy hotspot with<br />
5 dance floors and 5 different styles of music.<br />
Huge open-air terrace. Open Fri-Sat 9pm-<br />
5am. Pest X, Népligeti út 2. www.ligetclub.hu<br />
Off Map<br />
MIKA TIVADAR MULATÓ Located in the Jewish<br />
Quarter, this historic house has now morphed<br />
into an artsy hangout. Regular concerts,<br />
parties, and a stylish bar await visitors. Open<br />
Mon-Wed 4pm-midnight, Thu 4pm-2am, Fri-<br />
4A <strong>WHERE</strong> BUDAPEST I JULY <strong>2018</strong>
NIGHTLIFE<br />
Sat 4pm-5am. Pest VII, Kazinczy u. 47. T: (+36 20)<br />
965 3007, www.mikativadarmulato.hu Map<br />
MORRISON’S 2 The sequel to Morrison’s Opera is<br />
a labyrinthine club with several rooms divided<br />
according to the fun within, including karaoke<br />
and live concerts. Open daily 5pm-4am. Pest<br />
V, Szt. István krt. 11. T: (+36 1) 374 3329, www.<br />
morrisons.hu Map F5<br />
MORRISON’S OPERA A wide variety of music<br />
parties and karaoke events, along with drink<br />
specials daily until 9pm. Live concerts. Open<br />
Mon-Sat 7pm-4am. Pest VI, Révay u. 25 (near<br />
the Opera House). T: (+36 1) 269 4060, www.<br />
morrisons.hu Map D6<br />
ÖTKERT Classy with playful touches like Playmobil<br />
wallpaper and other funky art, this hotspot<br />
in a once-abandoned apartment building is<br />
flooded each weekend night with locals who<br />
are ready to dance. Open-air in the summer.<br />
Also has a popular restaurant. Open Mon-Wed,<br />
Sun 11am-11pm, Thu-Sat 11am-5am. Pest V,<br />
Zrínyi u. 4. T: (+36 70) 330 8652, www.otkert.hu<br />
Map D4<br />
PEACHES ‘N’ CREAM Party with a young crowd<br />
at this trendy two-floor R&B club, where the<br />
latest hits can be enjoyed amidst an upscale<br />
interior. Open Wed-Sat 10pm-5am. Pest VI,<br />
Nagymező u. 46-48. T: (+36 70) 381 8380, www.<br />
peachesandcream.hu Map E5<br />
PIAF CLUB A surreal club dedicated to the legendary<br />
French siren. Dancing downstairs goes<br />
on until after dawn. Pest VI, Nagymező u. 25. T:<br />
(+36 1) 312 3823, www.piafklub.hu Map D6<br />
PÓTKULCS This hidden hangout is a locals’<br />
favorite for its bohemian ambience and cool<br />
shows. Open daily 5pm-2am. Pest VI, Csengery<br />
u. 65/B. T: (+36 1) 269 1050, www.potkulcs.hu<br />
Map E6<br />
SYMBOL This ultra-trendy club in Óbuda offers<br />
several different atmospheres, each more chic<br />
than the last, including a garden, a sport pub,<br />
an Italian fusion restaurant, and a basement<br />
dance hall. Regular concerts and exclusive<br />
parties. Buda III, Bécsi út 56. T: (+36 1) 333 5656,<br />
www.symbolbudapest.hu Off Map<br />
SZILVUPLÉ VARIETÉ With its brick walls,<br />
French-style graphics, and cozy decor, this<br />
underground party place offers regular salsa<br />
nights, but also all kinds of live concerts and<br />
performances by up-and-coming local bands.<br />
Open Mon-Thu 7pm-1am, Fri-Sat 8pm-3am.<br />
Pest VI, Ó u. 33. T: (+36 20) 992 5115, www.<br />
szilvuple.hu Map D6<br />
SZIMPLA KERT One of the first ever ruin pubs<br />
in the capital. A bohemian headquarters set<br />
in a once-abandoned building, this is now<br />
Budapest’s most popular spot to hang out<br />
and meet hipsters from around the world.<br />
Open Mon-Sat noon-4am, Sun 9am-5am. Pest<br />
VII, Kazinczy u. 14. T: (+36 1) 321 3374, www.<br />
szimpla.hu Map C6<br />
TESLA Tesla is a trendy party place for electronic<br />
music enthusiasts. This former transformer<br />
building turned into a hyper modern club offers<br />
many party-goer pleasing and neighbor friendly<br />
novelties. The club is enabled with moveable<br />
bars stocked with a great variety of beverages,<br />
exclusive sound and light technology, along<br />
with quality electronica, house, R’n’b and techno<br />
music. Open Pest VII, Kazinczy u. 21/c. www.<br />
facebook.com/teslabudapest Map C6<br />
YELLOW BUDAPEST New downtown club with<br />
regular unplugged concerts, new faces from<br />
the electro music scene, and a wide variety of<br />
cocktails and bar snacks. Open Thu-Sat 9pm-<br />
5am. Pest V, Széchenyi István tér 7-8. www.<br />
yellowbudapest.com Map D4<br />
OPEN AIR<br />
360 BAR The highest rooftop bar in the city<br />
offers breathtaking views all over Budapest.<br />
Enjoy the high life with a great selection of<br />
wines, lemonades, snacks, and chill music.<br />
Open Mon-Wed 2pm-midnight, Thu-Sat<br />
2pm-2am and Sun noon-midnight. Pest VI,<br />
Andrássy út 39. T: (+ 36 70) 259 5153, www.360bar.hu<br />
Map D6<br />
BARBA NEGRA TRACK A sprawling open-air<br />
summertime club hosting big-name musicians<br />
and huge dance parties. Buda XI, Neumann<br />
János u. 2. www.barbanegra.hu Off Map<br />
BUDAPEST PARK Party in the park at this<br />
five-month-long festival, where live gigs of<br />
Hungarian and international artists await music<br />
enthusiasts. Open Mon-Sat 5pm-5am. Pest<br />
IX, Soroksári út 60. T: (+36 70) 702 2919, www.<br />
budapestpark.hu Off Map<br />
FRÖCCSTERASZ Feel the good libations that<br />
flow at this colorfully lit open-air hangout<br />
in the middle of downtown’s most central<br />
square. This popular bar is always packed<br />
wih people. Fröccsterasz Télikert is open in<br />
the winter as well. Pest V, Erzsébet tér. www.<br />
froccsterasz.hu Map C5<br />
HIGH NOTE SKY BAR A well-stocked bar and<br />
smooth music along with great views to the<br />
Bazilika. The Aria Hotel’s rooftop is open to<br />
the public, and also offers regular morning<br />
yoga classes. Pest V, Hercegprímás u. 5. www.<br />
ariahotelbudapest.com Map D5<br />
KOBUCI KERT This welcoming club in the<br />
courtyard of Zichy Castle carries on the<br />
festival spirit all summer long with regular<br />
live gigs. Buda III, Fő tér 1. T: (+36 70) 205 7282,<br />
www.kobuci.hu Off Map<br />
SKY TERRACE GOZSDU Located in Gozsdu<br />
Courtyard, the main party area of the city,<br />
this rooftop bar offers the chance to survey<br />
the nighttime bustle from above. Enjoy grill<br />
delicacies, a wide variety of drinks and regular<br />
parties in a chic environment. Open daily 5pm-<br />
2am. Pest VII, Holló u. 6. www.facebook.com/<br />
gozsduskyterrace MAP C6<br />
Where to.. Drink<br />
Here is our mini-guide to the best pubs in town. For a more casual night spent<br />
drinking and chatting with friends, head towards Király street or Kazinczy street<br />
in the Jewish quarter. They are home to traditional ruin pubs, and a number of<br />
cozy, trendy or hidden-away spots, including one of the earliest ruin pubs, Szimpla<br />
(pictured). Nearby are also the local’s favorite Bobek, old school night bar Mika<br />
Tivadar, and the many wine bars and eateries in Gozsdu Courtyard.<br />
www.wheretraveler.com 5A
NIGHTLIFE<br />
NOIRET This playground for grown-ups offers<br />
multiple pool tables and an entire room for<br />
darts, along with a full bar and fun people.<br />
Open Mon-Sat 10a.-4am, Sun 10am-2am. Pest<br />
VI, Dessewffy u. 8-10. T: (+36 1) 331 6103, www.<br />
noiret.hu Map D5<br />
PRINCE OF DARTS One of the largest darts pubs<br />
in Europe in the heart of the city. 16 dartboards,<br />
great atmosphere, exciting competitions and<br />
the perfect time to spend with your friends.<br />
Let’s play darts! Game On!!! Open from 2pm till<br />
2 am, closed on Sundays. Pest VI, Szondi u. 5. T:<br />
+36 20 961 6605, www.princeofdarts.hu Map E6<br />
PUBLIC PUB Shelves filled with antique books,<br />
plush leather couches, and cheap house beer<br />
makes patrons want to get cozy and stay awhile<br />
at this old-fashioned English pub. Broadcasts<br />
sports and has frequent live music. Pest VII,<br />
Madách út 11. T: (+36 1) 322 0974 Map C6<br />
Roofs with a view<br />
Rooftop bars are summertime favorites, where the sound of the city is muted, the<br />
air is a bit cooler and drinks can be enjoyed amid spectacular views of the skyline.<br />
Luckily, Budapest offers some great rooftops to enjoy the summer in the city. 360 Bar<br />
is located on the top of Párizsi Nagyáruház, – the highest rooftop bar of Budapest, –<br />
offers breathtaking views of downtown Pest and the Buda hills. High Note Sky Bar<br />
offers a well-stocked bar and smooth music along with great views to the Bazilika.<br />
The Aria Hotel’s rooftop is open to the public and also offers regular yoga classes<br />
with a splendid view. For more rooftop bars, see our listings on p.5A.<br />
SPÍLER BIERGARTEN Budapest's iconic gastrobistro<br />
and bar Spiler is also available in the<br />
Buda Castle. Beautiful location under the huge<br />
chestnut tree. Craft beer, spritzers, Spíler’s<br />
famous hamburger and homemade Tokaj<br />
infused bratwurst. Open from middle of April<br />
to middle of October. Buda I, Kapisztrán tér. T:<br />
(+36 1) 300 7050, www.spilerbp.hu/biergarten<br />
Map D2<br />
SPORTS BARS & PUBS<br />
CALEDONIA SCOTTISH PUB A genuine Scottish<br />
pub in the heart of Pest, with real Scottish<br />
beers imported directly to the bar. Open<br />
Mon-Thu 2pm-midnight, Fri 2pm-1am, Sat-Sun<br />
noon-1am. Pest VI, Mozsár u. 9. T: (+36 1) 311<br />
7611, www.facebook.com/caledoniabudapest<br />
Map D6<br />
CHAMPS SPORT PUB Meeting point for sports<br />
fans. Healthy cuisine, cocktail bar, sports<br />
events on 35 TV screens, plus two supersized<br />
projector screens. Open daily noon-midnight.<br />
Pest VII, Dohány u. 20. T: (+36 1) 413 1655, www.<br />
champs.hu Map C6<br />
FAT MO’S SPEAKEASY Retro music club with<br />
international and Tex-Mex food selection, with<br />
11 beers on tap, and sports events on large<br />
TVs. Live blues music; funk and soul parties.<br />
Pest V, Nyáry Pál u. 11. T: (+36 1) 266 8027, www.<br />
fatmo.hu Map B5<br />
JACK DOYLE’S A little bit of Ireland in the heart<br />
of Budapest, this contemporary Irish pub<br />
serves great food and drinks with live music,<br />
sports, and craic. Open Sun-Wed 11am-midnight,<br />
Thu-Sat 11am to 2am and Sun 11am-midnight.<br />
Pest V, Pilvax köz 1-3. T: (+36 1) 796 9009,<br />
www.jackdoyles.hu Map C5<br />
1ST JOHN BULL SPORT PUB This<br />
popular hangout has a full bar with<br />
excellent Scotch. Live sports, free<br />
Wi-Fi. Open daily 9:30am-1am. Pest<br />
V, Apáczai Csere János u. 17. T: (+36 1)<br />
338 2168, www.johnbullsportpub.hu<br />
Map C4<br />
LMBTQ CLUBS<br />
ALTEREGO A stylish nightclub offering gaiety for<br />
men and women with late-night parties hosted<br />
by Budapest’s top DJs. Weekend singles<br />
events attract big crowds. Pest VI, Dessewffy<br />
u. 33. T: (+36 70) 345 4302, www.alteregoclub.<br />
hu Map E6<br />
HABROLÓ BISZTRÓ This relaxed haven of the<br />
open-minded is welcoming gay men and<br />
women. It offers a lounge area and organizes<br />
regular drag shows. It is one of the city’s few<br />
gay establishments which is also open during<br />
the day. Pest V, Szép u. 1. T: (+36 1) 950 6644,<br />
www.habrolo.hu Map B6<br />
GENTLEMEN’S CLUBS<br />
WARNING: Some Budapest gentlemen’s clubs<br />
have allegedly overcharged clientele. Patrons<br />
are advised to request a price list when first<br />
entering all gentlemen’s clubs and retain it<br />
until leaving to verify the bill. Anyone who is<br />
overcharged is encouraged to immediately file<br />
a police report.<br />
P1 Budapest’s most popular and trendiest club,<br />
right in the city center, almost next to St.<br />
Stephen’s Basilica. Safe and high-quality entertainment<br />
provided by Western European management<br />
and 30 gorgeous hostesses. Call (+36<br />
20) 333 8679 for free driving service. Open daily<br />
9pm-5am. Pest V, Podmaniczky F. tér 2. T: (+36<br />
20) 269 8351, www.p1budapest.com Map D5<br />
P2 The newest and most exciting lounge restaurant<br />
is now open next to the Basilica in the<br />
heart of downtown. More than 30 beautiful<br />
dancing girls perform each night, and fantastic<br />
VIP rooms can accommodate up to 20 people.<br />
In addition to the strip club, a dining lounge<br />
also awaits guests for excellent dinners, with<br />
dinner partners provided. Open daily 9pm-<br />
5am. Pest V, Sas u. 9. T: (+36 1) 786 7740, www.<br />
p2budapest.com Map D5<br />
MARILYN For almost two decades now, this<br />
downtown table-dance bar keeps customers<br />
satisfied with some 30 gorgeous performers<br />
on three dance floors. Check out their <strong>web</strong>site<br />
for special offers and alluring dancer profiles.<br />
Open daily 9pm-4am. Pest VIII, Baross u. 4 (at<br />
Kálvin tér). T: (+36 1) 338 4243, www.marilynbar.<br />
hu Map B6<br />
6A <strong>WHERE</strong> BUDAPEST I JULY <strong>2018</strong>
NIGHTLIFE<br />
www.wheretraveler.com 7A
NIGHT DATES | JULY<br />
1 2<br />
3<br />
4 5<br />
Sunday<br />
Monday<br />
Tuesday<br />
Wednesday<br />
Thursday<br />
Photo of Paddy and the Rats<br />
Photo of Paddy and the Rats<br />
BUDAPEST JAZZ CLUB<br />
Béla Szakcsi Lakatos<br />
concert – Hungarian jazz<br />
8:30pm<br />
OPUS JAZZ CLUB<br />
János Németh Quintet<br />
concert – Hungarian jazz<br />
8pm<br />
BUDAPEST PARK<br />
Budapest Bár concert –<br />
Hungarian gipsy, pop<br />
6pm<br />
6<br />
Friday<br />
7<br />
Saturday<br />
8<br />
Sunday<br />
9 10<br />
Monday<br />
Tuesday<br />
BUDAPEST JAZZ CLUB<br />
Free BJC Jam Session<br />
10:30pm<br />
BARBA NEGRA TRACK<br />
Paddy and the Rats<br />
concert – Hungarian<br />
Irish punk rock<br />
6pm<br />
KOBUCI KERT<br />
Eszter Váczi Quartet<br />
concert – Hungarian jazz<br />
7:30pm<br />
Photo of Váczi Eszter Quartet<br />
A38 SHIP<br />
Audiodiary – Gelka Dj set<br />
5pm<br />
11<br />
Wednesday<br />
12<br />
Thursday<br />
13<br />
Friday<br />
14<br />
Saturday<br />
15<br />
Sunday<br />
BUDAPEST JAZZ CLUB<br />
Myrtill Micheller & Tibor<br />
Pintér Duo concert –<br />
Hungarian jazz<br />
8:30pm<br />
KOBUCI KERT<br />
Frenk concert –<br />
Hungarian indie<br />
8pm<br />
A38 SHIP<br />
Jóvilágvan concert –<br />
Hungarian pop, rock<br />
8pm<br />
MORRISON’S 2<br />
Funky Party<br />
7pm<br />
Photo of Fish<br />
16 17<br />
18<br />
Monday<br />
Tuesday<br />
Wednesday<br />
19 20<br />
Thursday<br />
Friday<br />
OPUS JAZZ CLUB<br />
Veronika Harcsa - Bálint<br />
Gyémánt Quartet concert –<br />
Hungarian jazz<br />
8pm<br />
KOBUCI KERT<br />
Szabó Benedek és a<br />
Galaxisok concert –<br />
Hungarian alternative<br />
8pm<br />
BUDAPEST PARK<br />
Magashegyi Underground<br />
concert – Hungarian<br />
alternative rock<br />
6:30pm<br />
BUDAPEST JAZZ CLUB<br />
Four Dogs concert –<br />
Hungarian jazz<br />
8:30pm<br />
BARBA NEGRA TRACK<br />
FiSH! concert –<br />
Hungarian hardpop<br />
6pm<br />
21 22<br />
Saturday<br />
Sunday<br />
23<br />
Monday<br />
24<br />
Tuesday<br />
25<br />
Wednesday<br />
BUDAPEST PARK<br />
Punnany Massif concert –<br />
Hungarian hip-hop<br />
5pm<br />
Photo of Punnany Massif<br />
Photo of Punnany Massif<br />
BUDAPEST PARK<br />
LP concert –<br />
American rock, pop<br />
6pm<br />
BUDAPEST JAZZ CLUB<br />
Heritage B Trio concert –<br />
Hungarian jazz<br />
8:30pm<br />
26 27 28<br />
Thursday<br />
Friday<br />
Saturday<br />
29 30<br />
Sunday<br />
Monday<br />
OPUS JAZZ CLUB<br />
Thea Soti – Jonas Engel:<br />
Urban Stories concert –<br />
Hungarian-German jazz<br />
8pm<br />
BUDAPEST PARK<br />
Irie Maffia concert –<br />
Hungarian reggae,<br />
dancehall<br />
6pm<br />
BUDAPEST PARK<br />
Magdi Rúzsa concert –<br />
Hungarian pop, rock<br />
6pm<br />
Photo of Rúzsa Magdi<br />
Photo of Rúzsa Magdi<br />
31<br />
Tuesday<br />
August<br />
KOBUCI KERT<br />
Aurevoir. concert –<br />
Hungarian ethno-beat<br />
8pm<br />
BUDAPEST PARK Anna and the Barbies<br />
Friday 3 6pm<br />
Refer to Nightlife listings on pages 2A-6A<br />
for club locations and information.