Budapest Pubs, Budapest

This place is unique in Budapest. Not just because I love the jazz and they supports high quality jazz concerts, but the atmosphere, the prices, the nice and compliant staff all assist for a pleasant night in the city. Unfortunately we didn't know the contacts of the club before we arrive to the city, so it was a luck that we found that, but they said us that everybody can check the actual events on their website (www.bjc.hu) or on facebook. (I checked it. The website is good enough, but on facebook the recommendations are only in Hungarian. Anyway, next time I'm sure that I will check the programs.

The entrance fee was a bit expensive for us (maybe 'cause we are students :) ), but finally we didn't regret becouse after the concert we suprisedly met with a free jam session till dawn. The feeling was incredible. The musicians played in turn and enjoyed each other. It was fascinating and as I know it's every weekend and free everytime.

A real jazz club feeling from New Orleans mixed with Hungarian taste!

This very cool new place has the feel of an authentic English pub, as well as live Sky Sports and live music 4 times a week. Great CD library as well. Eclectic "pub grub" menu has everything from Thai spring rolls to pasta to Mexican tastes as well. Nice friendly spot from the guys who used to run "Nothing But The Blues" pub. Nice mix of "local" expats and Hungarian folks. Hasn't been open long enough for the tourists to find!!!

A great music pub, dancing and a great bar. People are incredibly friendly and a heady mix of expats and locals. 800 Ft. cover, but well worth the price and drinks are inexpensive compared to other pubs. Open daily... uh... nightly from 21:00 to 04:00.

I was introduced to this pub by a group of American students from the University of New Hampshire, celebrating after their final exams. Looking to meet ppl? Looking to dance? This is the place.

In Budapest, you will generally find an assortment of things to do, from the hot steam baths, the amazing scenery, trips down the Danube. The city is filled with culture.
The problem is the language, which is very difficult, so I was relieved to find an English bar and restaurant called The Fun Palace situated in the Pest party area - Szt. István Krt 13 (rear)
Budapest 1055
It has English speaking staff, a full English menu, all the sports, the latest music and there is generally something happening each night, from karioke to comedy nights.
They call Fun Palace the House of Fun and I have to agree!! Well worth a visit!!
The beers are very reasonable less than £2 per pint of local beer, whereas the numerous Irish bars will tend to charge Dublin prices.

Dress Code: No real dress code, but I would advise being smart casual, as the crowd generally are.

This happen to be my favorite place for out and having a few beers while in Budapest. I had met this really nice guy on my flight down to Budapest and he invited me to come out for a drink or two with him and some of his friends. I joined him and his friends at this little dive place, which by the way served pizza as well.

We enjoyed a few beers, shared the pizza and talked about our travels. I can't recall what the address to this place is (usually I jot that info down), but I do rember that it was in the vicinty on a side street to Vaci street.

I was having such a good time that I totally forgot to take a pic of the interior, so the exterior is all I have :)

Dress Code: Its a little dive place, come as you are.

During my evening walk on Vaci street I came across this place. There were quite a few people inside just haning out, eating and drinking so I decided to have a quick beer and just rest for a bit. I was exhausted at this point and had a quick beer and left. They have a full menu, but I didn't even bother to check it out since I was just here for a quick drink.

Dress Code: Come as you are.

Cafe Bar Vig on Istvan Korut is a rip off joint.. Two friends and I had two rounds of drinks and when attempting to pay our bill, found that we were being overcharged 220Huf(€1) per drink than specified on the drinks Menu. Our bill was initially presented as €34 but was actually €24. After an argument, not an apology, this was adjusted. When trying to pay in Euros we were offered an exchange rate of 190Huf/€1, more than 20% less than average rates offered in other cafes and bars. One of our group got Forints from a cash point and on eventually settling our bill, we were further shocked to see the barman attempt to give us incorrect change, in his favour! Overall, three serious efforts to rip us off, each thwarted. Nice Bar & atmosphere but not worth this hassle. Rating out of 10....0.

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Cactus Juice is an American western style pub and restaurant. Its location in a dark vaulted cellar as well as the wooden bar and furniture create a warm western atmosphere.

Various sorts of international drinks are on offer. The menu lists a wide variety of both local and international dishes. Prices are comparably reasonable for the area.