The "Round Café" is a local favorite, with a menu of classic Hungarian dishes. The cozy bistro—with white tablecloths, warm coral walls, and soft lighting—is the kind of place that will make you feel like settling in for the evening with a good bottle of wine, and a meal spread out over hours. The many daily specials are scrawled on a roll of paper hanging on the wall. The Hungarian charcuterie platter that's sometimes available is a great way to sample some of the country's great variety of paprika-spiced sausage and smoked ham. Otherwise, the goose-liver pâté and steak tartare are both classic ways to start a meal here. For main courses, the kitchen does a great job with duck and foie gras (there are usually several types available). Do save some room for dessert. Leaving without trying the mákos guba (poppy seed bread pudding), Somlói galuska (Hungarian trifle), or gesztenyepüré (chestnut puree) with sour cherries would be a shame. There is still a dearth of breakfast places in Budapest, but Café Kör does serve eggs and omelets from 10am until noon. Located near the Basilica, Café Kör is a small (and very popular) place, so do make reservations, and keep in mind that it's cash only.
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Café Kör
Sas utca 17
Our Rating
Neighborhood
V. district
Hours
Mon–Sat
10am–10pm
Transportation
Metro: Deák tér (M1, M2, M3) or Bajcsy Zsilinszky út (M1)
Phone
1/311-0053
Prices
Main courses 2,090 HUF–4,690 HUF
Cuisine Type
Hungarian
Web site
Café Kör
Map
Sas utca 17 BudapestNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.