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The first thing most of the people in Budapest would say to you if you ask for a classic restaurant would be "'Gundel".
The history of the restaurant goes back to 150 years. The biggest name in his history might be Gundel Karoly, who opened the restaurant in the place where it is now, in 1910. In hi stime the restaurant (and him :) became world famous.
Gundel was bought by George Lang and Ronald S. Lauder in 1991, and they started to rebuild the original respect of the place.
The cuisine is based on the traditional hungarian dishes, but it also offers european and international "artworks". :)
You can't really go wrong there...:)
Try the sweet "Gundel palacsinta" (Gundel pancake)! Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$31-40 » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: 14th district, Allatkerti ut 2.Phone: +36 1 468-40-40Directions: The place is behind the Fine Arts Museum (if you face the monument, it's the one on the left side) on Heroes square.Website: www.gundel.hu
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This restaurant is frequently rated as the best in Hungary, and one of the best in Central Europe, and we have no cause to disagree. Opened in 1894, the first Gundel to manage the restaurant was Karoly in 1910 and in the following years it established a remarkable reputation. Wartime and nationalization under the Communist regime led to a serious downturn, but the restaurant has been owned by George Lang ( owner of New York's Cafe de Artistes ) and Ronald Lauder of cosmetics fame and fortune since 1991 and it is indeed superb.
The dining room is of course quite beautiful. The worthy sit in an elevated section and the American tourists are lined up against a far wall in one row ( my only complaint - like ghetto warriors being lined up against a wall to be executed ) but the entire room and the seamless service make for a great dining experience. The walls are covered with paintings by noted Hungarian artists, the table settings are perfect with Zsolnay china. The experienced service staff with their perfect pacing and the strolling violinists set the stage for world class dining. The spousal unit says this may be the best meal she ever ate. Some reviews here on VT and elsewhere are lukewarm, and at these prices, perfection should be the standard. Our dining experience was very close to that perfection indeed. Reservations are necessary, jackets are required for the gentlemen, and costs will be at least $65-85 US per person ( not included bottled wines which are presumably quite costly). Jackets are provided for those without.
A shared appetizer of stuffed mushrooms was excellent. Entrees included the Gundel duck which was simple and perfect - deep rich taste, crisp skin, no fat. The Hungarian classic chicken papricka was assertive and yet light enough to allow for a dessert - a world class entree. For dessert we had the classic Gundel crepe with walnuts and a chocolate sauce -sounds good, doesn't it - and a flavorful light chocolate cake. All in all, a memorable outing. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$41 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: 1146 Budapest, Allatkerti ut 2Phone: +36 1 468 4040Directions: In City Park, near Heroes' Square, behind Museum of Fine Arts. Walk from Hosok tere (metro M1, buses 4 4exp 20exp 30) or take a trolleybus to Allatkert (#72) or Allatkerti ut (#72 75 79) stop.Website: http://www.gundel.hu
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Next to the zoo you will find one of Budapest's finest restaurants, Gundel's. A meal here is highly recommended. At night, the environment is classy; during the day, you can have an excellent view of City Park. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalComparison: most expensiveAddress: near city park
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Gundel the best restaurat in Budapest. Queen Elisabeth Ballroom is for holding gala dinners, weddings, dinner parties.
Andrassy Room can be reached by elevator or a set
of white marble stairs through entrance.
Guineafowl soup with homemade nudles.
Goose liver marinated in Tokaji.
Roast and Rabbit crown stuffed Cabbage with smoked Pork ribs and smoked Goose sausage. Theme: OtherPrice: US$21-30 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: Allatkerti Street.Budapest
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The best restaurant in Budapest
"GUNDEL PALACSINTA" crepe with hazelnut and chocolate!! Theme: LocalPrice: US$41 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: 1146 Budapest, Allatkerti ut 2Phone: +36 1 468 4040Directions: In City Park, near Heroes' Square, behind Museum of Fine Arts. Walk from Hosok tere (metro M1, buses 4 4exp 20exp 30) or take a trolleybus to Allatkert (#72) or Allatkerti ut (#72 75 79) stop.Website: http://www.gundel.hu
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Food. Disappointing and neglected.
Ambience. Although the serenading violinists were lively, the dining space was predictably posh.
Service. Not inspiring.
Dress. Dressy, but not chic. A bit overstuffed.
Price. Inflated.
Although forewarned that Gundel had lost much of its former glory, like so many others, we couldn't resist the opportunity to dine at the birthplace of the Gundel palacsinta. The wild game dishes we selected were manageable. And the desserts, though tasty, were hardly standouts. In the end, the Gundel experience was nothing more then a check mark. Theme: Eclectic/InternationalPrice: US$41 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: 1146 Budapest, Allatkerti ut 2Phone: 36 1 468 4040Directions: Beyond Central Pest. Within City Park, near Heroes' Square and behind Museum of Fine Arts. Walk from Hosok tere (metro M1, buses 4 4exp 20exp 30) or take a trolleybus to Allatkert (#72) or Allatkerti ut (#72 75 79) stop.Website: http://www.gundel.hu
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A huge, old house with several smaller rooms for privat occasions. Excellent service. VERY cheap compared to western european high class restaurants.
A must if you want to give yourself a treat.
The Millennium menu, including russian caviar, goose liver etc. etc. Check out their website for menu and prices. Leave a Comment
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Gundel is a serious European restaurant. Slightly old-fashioned, but with a hundred years of history behind it, that's forgivable. Their specialty is goose liver so fans of foie gras, especially those fleeing recent American bans on foie gras, can find plenty here to love.
Even if you are not a liver fan, Gundel has delightful soups, main dishes, desserts and wine. Musicians play gypsy style music and tuxedoed waiters cater to your needs. They will do their best to make your evening delightful.
But you will pay dearly for it. The bill for two people, including a glass of wine, appetizer, main course and dessert came to $165. I thought it was worth it for a once in a lifetime splurge at such a fabulous place, but I know it's not for everyone.
My favorite dish was a locely piece of beef tenderloin cooked rare with a piece of foie gras on top. Meat on meat is not unusual in a the former Austro-Hungarian empire. But Gundlel did it spectacularly. Theme: Eclectic/InternationalPrice: US$41 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: 1146 Budapest, Allatkerti ut 2Phone: +36 1 468 4040Directions: In City Park, near Heroes' Square, behind Museum of Fine Arts. Walk from Hosok tere (metro M1, buses 4 4exp 20exp 30) or take a trolleybus to Allatkert (#72) or Allatkerti ut (#72 75 79) stop.Website: http://www.gundel.hu
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In construction Leave a Comment Theme: LocalAddress: 1146 Budapest, Allatkerti ut 2Phone: +36 1 468 4040Directions: In City Park, near Heroes' Square, behind Museum of Fine Arts. Walk from Hosok tere (metro M1, buses 4 4exp 20exp 30) or take a trolleybus to Allatkert (#72) or Allatkerti ut (#72 75 79) stop.Website: http://www.gundel.hu
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We stopped by here for lunch after a morning spent at the zoo, but we weren't there for long. The servers pretty much completely ignored us (and the British couple at the table next to us who arrived just after we did) and after about 20-30 mins, we'd gotten as far as ordering drinks but had yet to see them. We managed to get a menu after the waiter set some menus on an empty table he was setting instead of giving them to two people who'd just sat down. The food was horribly expensive, but we never had any of it anyway. We walked out, since we'd gotten nothing so far, and had a wonderful lunch around the corner at Bagolyvár (The Owl's Castle). Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$21-30 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: 1146 Budapest, Allatkerti ut 2Directions: In City Park, near Heroes' Square, behind Museum of Fine Arts.
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