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How to drink in Budapest when the pubs reopen
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Would you come to our capital for the first time? Do you have a couple of weeks and want to get the broadest possible range of pub life here? These pubs in Budapest are definitely worth a visit to see the whole picture and have a memorable experience.
Szimpla Kert – The most iconic ruin bar. It has earned its reputation as the most emblematic ruin pub in Budapest. Always full of life, with an international but at the same time typical audience in the middle of the city, where something always happens, and there is always someone to talk to. There is a great selection of drinks and you always feel like you are at an exhibition, observing copious interesting things.
Élesztőház – The mother of Hungarian small-scale pubs – Like the previously mentioned Szimpla, it is a whole old building, but it does not strive for as much of a ruined vibe. Its central space is a two-room brasserie with plenty of extra independent sections: a wine bar, a sophisticated and varied street food counter, among others. Although the additional design is mostly in line with international trends, a unique atmosphere is present at the end.
Keret klub – This pub gets its underground feel from the fact that it is officially a social club, so you will need to register to enter. The reason for legal manoeuvring is to allow smoking inside. The familiar, rustic interior evokes the atmosphere of an age of prohibition, where the common cause brought out the friendliest side of people. But tobacco is not the only tempting item on their menu – there are cold beers, grilled sandwiches and plenty of board games.
What a curious headline, “how to drink in Budapest”. Much as in most places, one raises a glass, bittle or can to ones lips. Hardly rocket science. On the other hand, where to drink is an entirely different matter.